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What to expect next as US-China trade deal gets inked
US President Trump and China's Vice Premier Liu He finalized a "phase one" trade agreement, focusing on fair market access, IP protection, and China's commitment to buy $200 billion in American goods by next year.
Saudi maintains stable oil supply amid growing tensions
Saudi Arabia's Energy Minister assures stable oil supply despite growing regional tensions, promising over 9 million barrels per day production in early 2020. The Kingdom aims to maintain market equilibrium while addressing concerns about potential disruptions following recent geopolitical events.
Animal rescue groups save afflicted species in PH’s Volcano eruption
Animal welfare organizations like PAWS, PETA Asia, and Guardians of the Fur have been rescuing dogs, cats, chickens, cows, and horses left behind in devastated towns. Volunteers are providing food and care to stranded animals amid the volcanic eruption's aftermath.
Public and private sectors in PH join forces to send aid...
President Rodrigo Duterte has mobilized government agencies to assist Taal Volcano eruption victims, ensuring quick disaster response, health services, and relief distribution for thousands of affected residents in evacuation sites.
Russia’s Olympic ban referred to sport’s arbitration court
Russia's Olympic ban, imposed by WADA for alleged doping data manipulation, will be heard by the Court of Arbitration for Sports. The ban restricts Russian athletes from competing unless proven "neutral" and prevents the country from hosting major sporting events.
National leaders say Iranian missile struck down Ukraine Int’l flight
National leaders from Canada, UK, and Australia confirm an Iranian surface-to-air missile accidentally struck down a Ukrainian International Airlines flight near Tehran. The crash occurred hours after Iran's ballistic missile attack on US military bases in Iraq, resulting in 176 fatalities from multiple countries.
World stocks rise as Mid-East tensions wane
Global stocks reached a record high as Middle East tensions decreased. Investors shifted focus to employment data and technology sectors. MSCI's index showed gains across multiple countries, with markets like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones experiencing positive growth.
Iranian Soleimani’s death served “American Justice,” says President Trump
President Trump justified the targeted drone strike that killed Iranian General Qasem Soleimani, stating it was a decisive action to prevent imminent attacks on US embassies and save American lives. The president claimed Soleimani was planning violent operations against US interests before the strike.
Prices of crude oil soar after Iran’s missile attacks on US...
Following the US drone strike that killed Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani, Iran launched missile attacks on American airbases in Iraq. The escalating tensions prompted a 4.5% surge in crude oil prices and triggered market volatility, with investors worried about potential disruptions to Middle East oil supplies.
China and Russia scolded by the US for failure to condemn...
The United States strongly criticized China and Russia for preventing a United Nations Security Council statement that would have condemned the recent attack on the US Embassy in Baghdad. US officials expressed frustration that two UN Security Council members blocked a formal condemnation of the December 31 incident involving rocket attacks near the diplomatic compound.
