Day: September 10, 2025

Manila: Abra lone district Rep. Joseph Sto. Ni±o Bernos has introduced a bill aimed at addressing the ‘brain drain’ in provincial areas, which he argues exacerbates the disparity between urban and rural regions. According to Philippines News Agency, Bill 3124, known as the ‘Balik-Bayanihan sa Probinsya’ bill, was filed at the House of Representatives on August 5. The legislation seeks to tackle internal migration by bolstering local work and enterprise ecosystems through the alignment of education, labor, and development policies. This approach contrasts with the conventional method of offering temporary incentives or financial aid to encourage graduates and young professionals

Tokyo: Sales of sunscreen remain robust in Japan as the country swelters in the lingering summer heat and sunlight. “Consumption is being supported by a longer period of strong sunlight during the prolonged summer,” a research firm official said. According to Philippines News Agency, a Biore-brand sunscreen released by Kao Corp. in March sold at a pace about 40 percent faster than expected. It was briefly out of stock at some stores, a company official said. A powder protecting against ultraviolet rays released by Shiseido Co. in February reached the company’s annual shipment target of 320,000 units in just two

Manila: The Department of Finance (DOF) denied the existence of a PHP28 billion official development assistance (ODA) loan from South Korea. According to Philippines News Agency, the DOF made the statement following reports that South Korean President Lee Jae-myung suspended the ODA due to corruption concerns. “As regards [to] the supposed PHP28 billion official development assistance (ODA) loan between South Korea and the Philippines, the Department of Finance categorically clarifies that no such loan exists,” the DOF said. “Nevertheless, we reaffirm to our bilateral partners that the Philippine government will match their trust and confidence with full transparency and accountability,”

Manila: The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) on Wednesday released a special set of commemorative stamps to mark the 100th founding anniversary of the University of Pangasinan (now PHINMA UPang). The stamps celebrate the institution’s century-long legacy of excellence and service since its establishment in 1925, PHLPost said in a news release. According to Philippines News Agency, the limited-edition philatelic release features a four-stamp collection, each design showcasing symbols of PHINMA UPang’s proud heritage. Included are a stylized illustration of its iconic building, the official university seal, and its 100th-anniversary logo. The designs reflect the university’s enduring values of truth, science,

Kathmandu: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for a thorough investigation and restraint Tuesday following deadly protests in Nepal that left 20 people dead and forced Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to resign. “I’m closely following the situation in Nepal and I’m deeply saddened by the loss of life,” Guterres wrote on the US social media company X’s platform. “I urge a thorough investigation, restraint to avoid further escalation of violence and dialogue towards forging a constructive path forward,” he said. He called on the authorities to “comply with human rights law,” underscoring that protests “must take place in a peaceful