SBS News in Filipino, Thursday 8 January 2026

Melbourne heatwave drives people to beaches as temperatures soar past 40°C - 07 Jan 2026

People sunbathe along the decking while others swim in the designated swimming area at St Kilda Pier, Melbourne, as a heatwave pushes temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius. Source: SIPA USA / Michael Currie / SOPA Images/Sipa USA/AAP Image

Here are today's top stories on SBS Filipino.


Key Points
  • Australia is on alert for a severe heatwave, potentially the strongest since the Black Summer. South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, the ACT, and New South Wales are expected to see temperatures reaching 42–47°C in some areas.
  • Venezuela reports at least 56 dead in the U.S. operation that captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, including 24 security officers. Civilians also died, and authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
  • Former senator Manny Pacquiao was named a Sporting Icon in Dubai and awarded the Global Outstanding Sporting Career Award in recognition of his historic boxing career and contributions to sports.
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