SBS News in Filipino, Saturday 24 January 2026

'Severe and prolonged' heatwave to extend across south-eastern Australia

The Bureau of Meteorology has warned a catastrophic heatwave will bring temperatures in the mid-high 40s across parts of south eastern Australia. Source: Getty / Jennifer A Smith/Getty Images

Here are today's top stories on SBS Filipino.


Key Points
  • Severe heatwave set to impact large parts of Australia over the long weekend
  • Two Filipino seafarers dead after cargo vessel sinks in the South China Sea
  • Philippine para athletes continue medal surge at ASEAN Para Games

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