A powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck Cebu, Philippines , during the Miss Asia-Pacific International 2025 Gala Night. A video of beauty pageant contestants reacting to the tremor quickly circulated online, capturing the shocking moment.

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As of Thursday, the death toll from the earthquake has risen to 72, with hundreds injured and thousands displaced, according to rescue officials.

Despite the chaos, organizers confirmed the safety of all participants. “Following the 6.9 magnitude earthquake in Cebu, we would like to assure everyone that all Miss Asia Pacific International 2025 candidates and the MAPI Organisation team are safe and well,” read a statement posted to Instagram. TOPSHOT - A man rides a bicycle past a collapsed building where three missing people

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