Tensions persist in the South China Sea as the Philippine Coast Guard identifies a Chinese maritime militia vessel near Scarborough Shoal on Monday. The latest sighting underscores ongoing disputes in the strategic waters, where China has maintained a strong presence despite repeated protests by Manila. PICS/AFP

Rescue teams conduct search operations amid the rubble of collapsed buildings in General Santos City, a day after a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines. (Pics/AFP, Text/AP)