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Government considers police rifle use amid bear attack surge
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Japan's government has intensified measures against a surge in bear attacks, including consideration of police rifle use, following a record 12 fatalities since April. A ministerial meeting involving multiple agencies ordered emergency actions, while municipalities raise pay for hunters. Officials describe the situation as a serious threat to public safety.
Ministries launch Santri Film Festival 2025
Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) and Ministry of Culture (Kemenbud) are collaborating on the Santri Film Festival (Sanffest) 2025, themed “Santri Memandang Dunia Melalui Lensa Budaya.” The event highlights pesantren as dynamic cultural spaces beyond religious education. Film registration opens on November 10, 2025.
Bank of Japan holds policy rate at 0.5%
The Bank of Japan decided on October 30 to keep its policy rate at 0.5%. Citing economic uncertainties from U.S. tariff hikes, it maintained a cautious stance. This was the first meeting since Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi took office.
Lanud Sulaiman personnel harvest 1.2 tons of catfish
torsdag d. 30. oktober 2025, 21.54Dilg orders infrastructure audits for quake resilience
torsdag d. 30. oktober 2025, 21.23Nissan forecasts 275 billion yen operating loss for 2025-26
torsdag d. 30. oktober 2025, 21.11Indonesia prepares to buy Chengdu J-10 fighter jets, China cautious with all buyers
torsdag d. 30. oktober 2025, 18.27Pesantren as oasis of wisdom amid modernism
torsdag d. 30. oktober 2025, 18.05How to identify if you've been bullied in school
torsdag d. 30. oktober 2025, 17.55Eight years after siege, Marawi ruins and questions remain
torsdag d. 30. oktober 2025, 16.56Chainsaw Man movie tops US box office with $108 million global haul
torsdag d. 30. oktober 2025, 15.06Industry ministry launches new national industrialization strategy
torsdag d. 30. oktober 2025, 11.28Trial begins for Tetsuya Yamagami in Shinzo Abe shooting case
Espina family in Biliran faces plunder complaint over DPWH projects
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Lord Allan Merced-Garcia filed a plunder complaint with the Ombudsman on October 30, 2025, against the Espina family of Biliran over alleged theft in Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) projects. Roving Premier, owned by Vice Governor Roselyn Espina-Paras and her husband, secured over P1 billion in contracts since 2020. This ties into the broader flood control corruption scandal exposed by President Marcos Jr. in July 2025.
Prosecutors examine Bandung deputy mayor in corruption case
On October 30, 2025, the Bandung City Prosecutor's Office raided several local government offices to gather evidence in an alleged corruption case involving abuse of authority. Deputy Mayor Erwin was questioned as a witness, with investigators stating they have strong evidence to elevate the status to prosecution. The Attorney General's Office denied any sting operation.
Eu education fair set for November 21-22
For the first time, Latvia, Romania and Slovakia have joined the roster of European Union member states, offering Filipino students wider opportunities. Learners exploring higher education in the EU will attend the European Higher Education Fair at Midtown Atrium in Robinsons Manila from November 21 to 22. Online sessions are scheduled for November 24.
Michelin guide awards stars to philippine restaurants for 2026
In a historic first, the Michelin Guide unveiled its selection of Philippine restaurants for 2026 on October 30, 2025, at the Manila Marriott Hotel in Pasay City. It recognized 108 establishments, including one with two stars and eight with one star. This marks a milestone for the country's culinary scene.