The death toll has risen sharply after three boats capsized between the Philippines' provinces of Iloilo and Guimaras.
According to reports, more than 31 people are reported to have died.
The ferries overturned on Saturday afternoon because of strong winds and waves.
A total of 86 passengers were reportedly on board with over 50 of them rescued.
Five people still remain missing.
Haiti gang raid leaves 47 dead, residents demand stronger protections
At least 47 people have been killed and 22 more injured in an overnight gang raid on a neighborhood overlooking Haiti's capital of Port-au-Prince, the UN said on Monday, prompting anger over the lack of protection from repeated deadly attacks.
Gaza parents urged to stop kids flying kites after Israel warning to Hamas
Gaza parents have been warned to stop their children flying kites, after Israel issued a warning that kites, balloons and drones launched from the Gaza Strip could be treated as military threats.
Tornado in southwestern France damages over 300 homes, injures dozens
A tornado swept through the Aude region of southwestern France late on Monday, damaging more than 300 homes and injuring at least 39 people in the village of Pomas, authorities said.
Tens of thousands relocated in China's south as flooding intensifies
Widespread floods triggered by heavy rain from Typhoon Narra intensified on Tuesday across southern China, with homes and shops submerged and thousands of people relocated, while another storm system made its way towards Japan and Taiwan.
Trump administration plans to revoke visas of foreigners seeking asylum
President Donald Trump's administration said on Monday it planned to revoke the non-immigrant visas of foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the US, marking its latest step in a sweeping immigration crackdown.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages hailing Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)'s values of mercy, goodwill and unity on his birth anniversary.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has congratulated Carlos Espá on his appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of Peru.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is stepping up preparations for the new academic year, with student safety and reliable school transport at the centre of its plans.
