Over 3,000 Aftershocks Following 7.8 Quake Philippines

Over 3,000 Mindanao earthquake aftershocks recorded — Phivolcs

Jason Sigales

 A total of 3,019 aftershocks have so far been recorded following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that shook southern Mindanao earlier this week, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs).

In its latest bulletin sent to reporters, as of 11 a.m. on June 11, Phivolcs said the aftershocks ranged between magnitudes 1.2 and 6.4.

Of the 3,019 aftershocks recorded so far, 790 of them were plotted and 61 were felt.

The original magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck 32 kilometers (km) southwest of Maasim, Sarangani at 7:37 a.m. on Monday.

Earlier, the Office of Civil Defense said the death toll from the magnitude 7.8 earthquake rose to 47 as of 6 a.m. on June 11.

Among the most recent aftershocks with the strongest magnitudes was a magnitude 5.5 earthquake that occurred 67 km southwest of Balut Island in Sarangani town, Davao Occidental at around 9:56 a.m. on Thursday

M7.8 earthquake off southern Mindanao leaves at least 47 dead, over 680 injured and 12 600 homes damaged, Philippines

The earthquake struck at 07:37 LT on June 8 (23:27 UTC on June 7), about 20 km (12.4 miles) off Sarangani province, and was felt strongly across Mindanao.

Most of the damage was concentrated in General Santos, a city of about 700 000 people. Reuters reported damaged shops and buildings, broken signs and glass, and some structures reduced to concrete and rubble. One hospital in the city was evacuated because of cracks on higher floors, and one building at Notre Dame of Dadiangas University collapsed while empty.

AP reported collapsed buildings and key infrastructure damage in General Santos, while tsunami damage was reported in at least one coastal village. The quake also triggered a landslide in Glan, Sarangani, that killed 13 villagers, according to AP, citing provincial disaster official Rene Punzalan.

Office of Civil Defense (OCD) spokesperson Junie Castillo reported 19 deaths under verification and validation, including 16 in Soccsksargen and three in Davao Region. In Soccsksargen, 10 fatalities were reported in General Santos, three in Glan, two in Tupi, and one in Malapatan, Sarangani.

The same OCD update mentioned 134 injured, including 129 in Soccsksargen and five in Davao Region, and 12 people missing in General Santos. Castillo said some fatalities were initially reported to have been caused by collapsed structures, falling debris, and landslides.

The Department of Public Works and Highways placed the initial property damage in General Santos at about PHP 1 billion. DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon said the running total covered damage to different buildings in General Santos alone, and the department said it would coordinate with local governments to identify critical buildings, conduct damage assessments, and secure structures ahead of possible aftershocks.

Around 10 000 families from Sarangani and Sultan Kudarat had been evacuated, and 700 families were affected, according to the OCD-linked GMA update. Search, rescue, and retrieval operations were ongoing.

The earthquake generated a 1 m (3 feet) tsunami, with waves monitored in Sultan Kudarat and Sarangani and a 1.4 m (4.6 feet) wave recorded at one time in Kiamba, Sarangani. An 83 cm (2.7 feet) tsunami was reported off Indonesia’s Sulawesi island, 30 cm (1 foot) waves in Palau, and waves up to 20 cm (7.8 inches) in parts of Japan.

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) said the tsunami threat had largely passed about five hours after the quake, and Philippine officials lifted the warning by mid-afternoon. Six shanties on stilts were damaged in a coastal village in Zamboanga del Sur due to the quake and taller waves, officials told AP.

The Department of Energy said it was consolidating reports on power lines, substations, distribution facilities, fuel depots, retail stations, and other energy infrastructure to determine whether facilities had been affected.

Board of Peace won't wait for Hamas response to disarmament plan, source tells 'Post'

Board of Peace won't wait for Hamas response to disarmament plan, source tells 'Post'

AMICHAI STEIN

While talks are underway in Cairo between Hamas and mediating countries, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey, regarding the disarmament of the terrorist organization, a source close to Gaza's Board of Peace (BoP) told The Jerusalem Post that the council is not waiting for Hamas's response.

"This constitutes a serious breach of the agreement," the source told the Post. "As long as this remains the situation, the BoP is not able to invest in long-term infrastructure or housing projects in areas under Hamas".

The source emphasized that, in the meantime, initiatives will be advanced in areas not controlled by Hamas.

Among the projects currently being promoted by the BoP in territories outside Hamas control are the construction of temporary alternative housing, efforts to address education and healthcare needs, and the deployment of an international stabilization force, the ISF.

All Gaza terror groups share common position on disarmament

In recent days, discussions have been taking place between senior Hamas officials and representatives of the mediating countries. The talks are aimed at drafting a framework document for Hamas's disarmament.

A source familiar with the matter told Post that all terrorist organizations operating in the Gaza Strip have coordinated a common position ahead of the negotiations taking place this week.

Another source familiar with the discussions told Postthat "the talks are not simple, partly because of the current situation in Gaza. However, there is a desire to make progress."

What Revelation 4-6 Teaches Us About Eschatological Responses

What Revelation 4-6 Teaches Us About Eschatological Responses

Josh Schwartz

Let’s look at reaction and response in Revelation 6 by starting with the context in Revelation 4and 5.

In Revelation 4, the Apostle John is summoned by the Spirit of God to a glorious scene—the throne room of Heaven—and witnesses things beyond human comprehension, let alone description. He sees the Father seated on the throne, living creatures continually worshipping at the throne, and elders bowing in worship and casting their crowns before His throne.

As the scene continues into Chapter 5, John’s heavenly vision expands. He sees the One seated on the throne holding a seven-sealed scroll. He hears a mighty angel proclaiming, “Who is worthy to open the scroll and break its seals?” John begins to weep—indeed, who is worthy?—but he is told, “weep no more.” One of the elders describes the Worthy One—the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, the Lamb who was slain. Believers recognize who the elder refers to—it is Jesus, Son of God and Son of Man. The chapter concludes with worship and praise for Jesus.

Why is worthiness so important? Shortly after creation, a problem emerged in Genesis 3—the problem of sin, defined as disobedience to God’s commands. Sin created a rift, a broken relationship between the Creator God and humanity. Because God is holy, righteous, and perfect, He cannot be in the presence of unrighteous, unholy, or sinful beings. This issue of sin drives human history. God’s plan from the start was to provide a Substitute, a perfect Sacrifice, who would take away the sins of the world, to restore the relationship between God and humanity.

This restoration was achieved through the perfect life and sacrificial death of Jesus on the Cross. Jesus alone is worthy. He purchased salvation for all who place their faith in His sacrifice. You, too, friend, can receive a restored relationship with God and have eternal life with Him in Heaven if you trust in the completed work of Jesus. I urge you, if you have not already, to respond to Jesus today.

In Revelation 6, John, still in the Heaven’s throne room, writes, “Now I watched when the Lamb opened one of the seven seals” (Revelation 6:1).

1. When the first seal is broken, a rider on a white horse appears. He carries a crown and goes forth to conquer. While this image harkens to Jesus in Rev. 19, do not be fooled—Satan is the great imitator, and this rider is the Antichrist, sent as judgment from God.

2. When the Second Seal is broken, a rider on a red horse takes peace from the earth, causing people to kill one another (massive, global war).

3. As the Third Seal is opened, a rider on a black horse holds scales, and the world’s economies are turned upside down. Inflation skyrockets, and a loaf of bread costs a whole day’s wages.

4. Another seal is broken, and a fourth horse appears—pale green—ridden by the personification of Death, followed by Hades. This judgment claims the lives of one-fourth of the earth through famine, disease, and wild beasts.

With the breaking of just these four seals, death, destruction, and deception sweep across the earth as never before. These events are cataclysmic and global, but there is more wrath and judgment to come as more seals are broken.

The Fifth Seal doesn’t unleash more wrath. Instead, the focus shifts to a response from Heaven. John writes:

“When he opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain for the word of God and for the witness they had borne. They cried out with a loud voice, “O Sovereign Lord, holy and true, how long before you will judge and avenge our blood on those who dwell on the earth?” Then they were each given a white robe and told to rest a little longer, until the number of their fellow servants and their brothers should be complete, who were to be killed as they themselves had been” (Revelation 6:9-11).

Who are these souls under the altar? They are given a white robe and told to rest and wait for their fellow servants, who were to be killed just as they had been. These are Tribulation saints, martyred for their faith. This martyrdom exemplifies the grace of God because it shows the world’s hatred of truth, proves that some will believe in Christ for salvation even during the most destructive time in human history, and removes His children from His wrath. John hears the martyrs’ response; they address God as the sovereign Lord, holy and true. They recognize He is the One in control, with authority over all things. He is a holy God, meting out justice in His wrath against sin. We see their submissive, right response to God’s wrath and judgment.

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CENTCOM hits Iranian air defenses and major plant

CENTCOM hits Iranian air defenses and major plant

Israel National News

The United States launched strikes in Iran early Thursday morning, a senior US official confirmed, following reports that air defense systems were activated across several regions in the country. This marks the second night in a row that the US has struck targets in Iran.

Among other locations, the systems were activated in Fars Province, on Qeshm Island, and in the capital, Tehran.

Additionally, reports indicate an explosion at the petrochemical plant in Assaluyeh - the largest facility of its kind in the country, responsible for approximately 50% of Iranian petrochemical production. Further explosions were reportedly heard on Kish Island, Qeshm Island, and in Sirik, near the Strait of Hormuz.

US Central Command (CENTCOM) also confirmed that its forces "began launching additional self-defense strikes" against "multiple targets" in Iran.

"The strikes are in response to Iran’s unwarranted and continued aggression," it added.

Several hours later, CENTCOM released another statement summarizing the latest round of strikes.

“US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces completed additional self-defense strikes against multiple targets in Iran, June 10, at the Commander in Chief's direction," it said.

“CENTCOM forces launched strikes on Iranian military surveillance capabilities, communication systems, and air defense sites across Iran. US Marine Corps, Air Force, and Navy assets fired precision munitions on Iranian targets that posed a threat to US forces and international commercial ships transiting regional waters," it added.

“The strikes are in response to Iran's unwarranted and continued aggression. US forces remain vigilant, lethal, and ready," concluded the statement.

A senior US official quoted by Channel 12 News stated that all the targets being struck are located in southern Iran and include air defense systems, radars, and drone command and control units.

Subsequent reports out of Iran indicated an exchange of naval gunfire between Iranian forces and the US military. Concurrently, Iranian state television claimed that United States military vessels operating in the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman were targeted in a coordinated attack utilizing Iranian missiles and drones.

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Goldman Flags Tightening Power Grid In Texas Amid Rapid Data Center Growth

Goldman Flags Tightening Power Grid In Texas Amid Rapid Data Center Growth

 TYLER DURDEN

Goldman shared some of their thoughts on the tightening of power markets as the decade comes to a close. ERCOT’s own Preliminary Long-Term Load Forecast now sees baseline peak-summer demand (excluding most medium and large loads) growing at a 5.2% average annual rate from 2026 through 2030. This is already well above the 3.4% realized average of 2022-2025. Layer in the medium- and large-scale additions, overwhelmingly data centers plus crypto and industrial electrification, and the forecast explodes to 31% average annual peak-summer growth.

Put that in national context and Texas alone would account for 39% of total U.S. peak-summer power demand by 2030, up from just 11% last year, assuming the rest of the country continues its slower recent trajectory. 

Goldman analysts flag a 200 GW queue of large-load applications sitting with the grid operator. Even if only 10% of that queue ultimately energizes, it would still lift the region’s demand growth rate above 9% against an expected 6% annual increase in effective generation capacity over the same window. That math points to a high probability of a critically tight market unless supply-side responses accelerate sharply in the next few years.

A quick look at Goldman's recent nuclear report for last month shows the large grid-scale reactor industry is still sleeping in the US…

Earlier we highlighted ERCOT’s disclosure that multiple clusters of proposed hyperscale loads and crypto facilities failed voltage ride-through testing. Four of those groups alone could shed more than 5,000 MW (Boston-sized chunks of demand) during routine transmission disturbances. That is the demand-side mirror of the Spain blackout dynamics we referenced, where rapid disconnections and inadequate reactive power support turned a manageable event into a cascading failure.

These changes reflect the same AI-driven commercial load surge now visible in the data. Goldman shows the U.S. commercial sector posting the strongest year-over-year power demand growth in January-February at +1.8%, while industrial and residential lagged. Nationally, data-center capacity additions are accelerating, with Texas, Virginia, Arizona, Ohio, Indiana, and Georgia leading the way on a year-over-year basis.

On the generation side, the picture is mixed. Solar continues its seasonal ramp with solid year-over-year capacity additions. 

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