Raj Patel
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.
Dilg orders infrastructure audits for quake resilience
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quinta-feira, 30 de outubro de 2025, 18:27hPesantren as oasis of wisdom amid modernism
quinta-feira, 30 de outubro de 2025, 18:05hHow to identify if you've been bullied in school
quinta-feira, 30 de outubro de 2025, 16:25hKatrin de Guia, kapwa explorer, dies at 75
quinta-feira, 30 de outubro de 2025, 15:06hIndustry ministry launches new national industrialization strategy
quinta-feira, 30 de outubro de 2025, 14:51hMichelin guide awards stars to philippine restaurants for 2026
quinta-feira, 30 de outubro de 2025, 12:54hTiangco declares P213.9 million net worth
quinta-feira, 30 de outubro de 2025, 11:28hTrial 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.
Nissan forecasts 275 billion yen operating loss for 2025-26
Struggling Japanese automaker Nissan has forecasted an operating loss of 275 billion yen for its fiscal year ending March 2026, amid ongoing economic headwinds. The company reported a better-than-expected operating loss of 30 billion yen for the first half through September.
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.