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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.
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.
Eight years after siege, Marawi ruins and questions remain
Eight years after the 2017 Marawi siege, the city's skyline still bears scars of twisted steel and hollowed buildings. Thousands of families linger in temporary shelters amid slow reconstruction, while journalists reflect on restricted access and unanswered questions about the conflict's toll.
Ministries launch Santri Film Festival 2025
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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.
Pesantren as oasis of wisdom amid modernism
Amid the bustle of modern education, pesantren stands calmly like an oasis in a barren desert. Its presence soothes through simplicity that shapes resilient and independent santri characters. This piece highlights pesantren's potential in halal industry development and Islamic education.
Chainsaw Man movie tops US box office with $108 million global haul
The anime film “Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arc” debuted at No. 1 in U.S. theaters and grossed $108 million worldwide last weekend. Coming less than two months after “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba — Infinity Castle” set records as the highest-grossing Japanese film ever with $70 million in North America, it underscores anime's dominance over Hollywood blockbusters. This builds on the blueprint established by the 2020 release of “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie — Mugen Train,” which showed animated adaptations of TV arcs could achieve massive overseas success.
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.