A powerful typhoon has wreaked havoc in the northern Philippines, causing widespread destruction, forcing hundreds of thousands to seek shelter, and prompting warnings of potentially catastrophic conditions. Typhoon Man-yi made landfall with strong winds and dangerous storm surges, leaving the entire province of Catanduanes without power and causing significant damage. The country has been hit by a series of storms in a short period, resulting in numerous casualties, massive displacement, and extensive damage to infrastructure and agriculture, prompting concerns about the need for rice imports to address food shortages.
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Mapped: The rural Labour MPs most at risk from farmer inheritance tax backlash
The government's controversial decision to extend inheritance tax to farm properties has put a fifth of Labour's seats at risk, with at least 81 seats in rural areas likely to be affected. The move has sparked anger among constituents, particularly in areas where Labour won by a small margin, making them vulnerable to the Conservatives, Reform, or the SNP. The so-called "tractor tax" has led to protests from farmers and criticism from political leaders, with...
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