Day: November 29, 2025

Geneva: Infertility affects one in six people of reproductive age worldwide, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced as it released a new global guideline aimed at improving access to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. According to Philippines News Agency, the WHO stated that despite the widespread nature of infertility, access to fertility care remains severely limited. In numerous countries, individuals are required to pay for tests and treatments largely out of their own pockets, resulting in significant financial burdens. In some regions, the cost of a single round of in vitro fertilization (IVF) can be double the average annual household income.

Manila: In Southeast Asia, sake consumption is predominantly centered in Singapore, a city-state renowned for its vibrant dining culture. Despite its relatively small population of 6 million, Singapore ranks as the sixth largest importer of sake worldwide by value, trailing only behind China, the United States, Hong Kong, South Korea, and Taiwan. This positioning marks Singapore as the leading market for sake in the Southeast Asian region. According to Philippines News Agency, the popular junmai daiginjo brand, Dassai, is a staple in luxury hotels and restaurants in Singapore, appealing particularly to affluent consumers and business professionals. The city also boasts

Shanghai: A Japanese anime event that kicked off in Shanghai on Friday with a three-day schedule was canceled following an incident where a Japanese singer’s performance was forcibly interrupted at the event venue, according to Japanese entertainment firm Bandai Namco Holdings, Inc., the event’s organizer. According to Philippines News Agency, experience-oriented attraction booths featuring popular Japanese anime, such as “One Piece” and “Mobile Suit Gundam,” were set up at the venue, drawing many local anime fans on the first day. However, during a performance by singer Maki Otsuki, known for the theme song of “One Piece,” the lights and sound

Quezon city: A lone bettor from Metro Manila hit the PHP8.9 million jackpot of Friday night’s Megalotto 6/45 draw. In an advisory on Saturday, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said the winner, who bought the ticket in Barangay Masambong, Quezon City, correctly guessed the winning combination of 01-05-37-31-18-19. According to Philippines News Agency, the winners have one year to claim the PHP8.91 million prize at the PCSO main office in Mandaluyong City, subject to a 20 percent tax. Under the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion Law, lotto winnings worth more than PHP10,000 are subject to a 20 percent

Manila: The Philippines has been elected to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the term 2026 to 2027. In announcing its win on Saturday, the Department of Foreign Affairs said the Philippines would continue to promote seas that are safe, sustainable, and provide prosperity to those who sail them. According to Philippines News Agency, the Philippines will serve under the IMO Council Category C, along with 19 others that represent states that have special interests in maritime transport or navigation. The IMO Assembly held its election for the new council on Nov. 28 in London, where 40 council members