Disaster & Safety: A powerful 7.8 earthquake off Mindanao (7:37 a.m.) triggered tsunami alerts and evacuations across southern coastal areas, with PHIVOLCS reporting about 1-meter waves in parts of Sarangani and smaller swells elsewhere; authorities in Pagadian suspended classes in coastal barangays, while residents were told to move to higher ground and avoid shorelines. Casualties & Damage: Reports put deaths in the teens and injuries in the hundreds as teams assess damage in General Santos and nearby provinces, including structural cracks and infrastructure disruptions. Travel Impact: CAAP temporarily halted General Santos Airport operations and airlines canceled flights for the day, with passengers advised to rebook, reroute, or claim refunds/credits. International Coordination: Japan and the U.S. urged vigilance and monitoring, and Japan’s coastlines were placed under precautionary checks as tsunami advisories evolved. Aviation Costs: Separate from the quake, IATA warned airline profits could be cut in half this year due to higher jet fuel costs tied to Middle East conflict. Tourism & Hotels: Marriott and CG Corp Global signed deals to launch premium hotels in Nepal and India, signaling continued luxury expansion in the region. Sports Tourism: The Galaxy Manila Marathon returns with a route along EDSA, aiming to draw local and international runners.