Mayon Volcano emits ash plumes as seen from Legazpi City WATCH: Mayon Volcano emits ash plumes as seen from Legazpi City, Albay. Phivolcs has placed the volcano under Alert Level 3 on Tuesday, January 6. | Video courtesy of Niño Aperin | Rappler

A rare volcanic eruption in Ethiopia has sent shockwaves across multiple countries — and even affected flights in India. For the first time in thousands of years, the Hayli Gubbi volcano exploded with massive force, releasing a towering ash cloud visible from space. But what triggered this sudden eruption? And how is it connected to Africa’s tectonic breakup? This video breaks down the science, the satellite clues, and the surprising impact felt across continents. Link to the mentioned videos: T