One killed and many feared trapped under collapsed building in Philippines

A Malaysian man has died and about 20 people are feared trapped at the site near Manila, officials say.

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A search operation has so far rescued 24 people from the site in Angeles and two from a nearby hotel that was struck by falling debris.

The nine-storey building had still been under construction when it suddenly gave way around 03:00 local time on Sunday (19:00 GMT on Saturday). Officials are now investigating the cause of the collapse.

Many of those trapped are thought to be construction workers who were unable to escape in time.

Later on Sunday, local officials said the person confirmed to have died was a 65-year-old man from Malaysia, who had reportedly been staying in the hotel.