Following a school shooting in the Philippines that resulted in the deaths of three students and injuries to 20 others, the government has banned a video game reportedly played by the alleged shooter. This incident has raised concerns and shocked the nation, highlighting issues surrounding youth violence and gaming culture.

A massive fire has destroyed a sandal factory in Tangerang, Indonesia, after it spread to a gas storage area, according to Al Jazeera.

Indonesian rescuers are searching for eight people missing at sea after their speedboat lost contact while traveling to Anak Krakatau island to cover a volcanic eruption, officials said Wednesday. According to the Associated Press, the vessel carried five photojournalists, two crew members and a route guide. Photos released by the National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) showed rescuers in a rubber boat conducting search operations in waters off Anyer, Indonesia. The search remained underway as of Wednesday.

Massive forest fires have broken out in Turkiye's popular tourist province of Antalya, forcing evacuations near resorts in the area, according to Al Jazeera. The blazes threaten one of the country's most visited holiday destinations, which draws large numbers of domestic and international tourists each year. Authorities have moved people away from affected zones as firefighting efforts continue. Further details on casualties, damage, or the cause of the fires were not immediately available.

A fire in the early hours of Tuesday morning destroyed approximately 50 informal structures in Imizamo Yethu, Hout Bay, according to IOL. Two firefighters sustained minor injuries and community interference was reported during firefighting efforts before the blaze was brought under control. The extent of displacement and the cause of the fire were not detailed in the report.

At least 20 people have drowned after a boat carrying students returning from exams sank in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Witnesses reported that the vessel may have been overloaded, carrying more than 200 passengers at the time of the incident.