MANILA, Nov 15 — Typhoon Usagi weakened sharply today after bearing down on the Philippines’ northern towns, blowing away houses in its path as authorities brace for another storm that could hit the capital Manila over the weekend.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — The Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said tropical storm Trami, detected 1,160km northwest of Kudat, Sabah, could cause rain in the peninsular north and east coast, as well as in western Sabah.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) today issued an advisory on tropical storm Megi which can cause strong winds in Sabah waters.