Chinese city put on lockdown as coronavirus death toll rises
Chinese authorities imposed a complete transportation shutdown in Wuhan, isolating 11 million residents to contain the novel coronavirus. The deadly virus has already spread to multiple countries, including Thailand, Japan, and the United States, with over a dozen fatalities reported.
UN worries about unemployment of 470M people worldwide
The UN's International Labor Organization warns of rising unemployment, with 190.5 million registered jobless individuals in 2020. The report highlights concerns about job quality and skills underutilization, affecting nearly half a billion workers worldwide.
WHO urges Asia to strengthen infection preparation as SARS-like virus spread
The World Health Organization is urging Asian countries to strengthen infection prevention measures following a new coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan, China. Two deaths have been reported, and cases have been confirmed in multiple countries, prompting health security concerns across the region.
What to expect next as US-China trade deal gets inked
US President Donald Trump and China's Vice Premier Liu He signed a long-awaited trade deal, promising fair trade and committing China to purchase $200 billion in additional American goods by next year, with provisions for intellectual property protection.
Saudi maintains stable oil supply amid growing tensions
Saudi Arabia's Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman reassures market stability, pledging to pump over 9 million barrels per day in early 2020 while navigating regional tensions following the Soleimani incident.
Animal rescue groups save afflicted species in PH’s Volcano eruption
Animal welfare organizations including PAWS, PETA Asia, and Guardians of the Fur have been rescuing dogs, cats, chickens, cows, and horses abandoned in ash-covered Batangas towns after Taal Volcano's eruption, providing critical aid to stranded animals.
Public and private sectors in PH join forces to send aid...
In response to the Taal Volcano eruption, President Rodrigo Duterte has mobilized government agencies and military forces to assist affected residents. The priority is quick disaster response, including health services, relief goods distribution, and support for thousands of evacuees.
Russia’s Olympic ban referred to sport’s arbitration court
Russia faces a four-year Olympic ban after RUSADA was restricted for alleged doping data manipulation. Athletes can only compete as neutral competitors if proven not involved in doping cover-ups. The ban also limits Russia's ability to host major sporting events and use its national flag and anthem.
National leaders say Iranian missile struck down Ukraine Int’l flight
Canadian, British, and Australian Prime Ministers assert that an Iranian surface-to-air missile mistakenly shot down a Ukrainian Boeing 737, killing all 176 passengers, including 63 Canadians, amid escalating US-Iran confrontations.
World stocks rise as Mid-East tensions wane
World stocks reached a record high as Middle East tensions decreased. Investors are betting on faster global growth, with attention turning to employment data and the technology sector. MSCI's global shares index showed gains, and major markets like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones saw positive movement.
