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Twelve people are killed as Typhoon Rai impacts the Philippines, causing severe damage.
2021-12-17

Pope Francis appoints Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, the Archbishop of Manila, Philippines, to head the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples. It is a congregation of the Roman Curia, responsible for world-wide missionary work and related activities.
2019-12-8

Pope Francis sends a video message to the people of Mozambique before his visit to the African country next week. He stresses reconciliation after years of conflict. The Pontiff says that “although I will be unable to travel beyond the capital, my heart reaches out and embraces you all, with a special place for those who live in difficulty.”
2019-08-30

Pope Francis speaks words of solidarity to the Christian community of Sri Lanka, lamenting that the attacks have wrought grief and sorrow.
2019-04-21

At least 69 people are reported dead from flooding caused by Tropical Depression Usman in the Philippines.
2018-12-31

Pope Francis announces that Mother Teresa will be canonized on September 4.
2016-03-15

Pope Francis arrives in Manila and meets Philippines President Benigno Aquino III.
2015-01-15

Tens of thousands of people evacuate ahead of Typhoon Hagupit (Ruby) which is expected to strike the Philippines.
2014-12-4

Typhoon Rammasun (Glenda) hits the Philippines island of Luzon causing extensive damage and at least ten deaths.
2014-07-16

31 people dead and at least 170 are missing as a ferry sinks after colliding with a cargo ship in Philippines.
2013-08-17