Merry Gel Sigui
A multimedia journalist focused on producing articles about controversial global issues specifically on business, economy, politics, and technology. A strong believer in freedom of the press and exposing the wrong. only through engagement and communications can we as humans evolve.
An accredited member of a leading local broadcast media organization.
India’s restriction on palm oil hurts Malaysian refiners
Refiners from Malaysia are expected to be greatly hit with India’s restriction on refined bleached deodorized oils and palm olein imports.
The Indian Ministry of...
Snowstorms hit Afghanistan, Pakistan killing 54 people
At least 54 people were reported dead due to the severe weather that struck some parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
The authorities said that the death...
India to investigate Amazon and Flipkart over alleged illegal discount practices
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has launched a massive investigation into eCommerce giants Amazon and Flipkart who were allegedly involved in unethical anti-competitive...
Power plants in areas affected by Ph’s volcano eruption continue to...
First Gen Corp announced that it has maintained operations in its four power plants in Batangas, Philippines despite the eruption of the Taal Volcano,...
Saudi maintains stable oil supply amid growing tensions
Saudi Arabia’s Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said they are taking significant measures to sustain oil market stability and prices at a time...
British airline Flybe maintains operations amid collapse threat
The England-based airline Flybe has maintained normal flights despite media claims that it is currently in talks over emergency financing following huge losses.
It was...
Animal rescue groups save afflicted species in PH’s Volcano eruption
Animal welfare organizations such as the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Asia and Guardians of the...
Public and private sectors in PH join forces to send aid...
President Duterte mobilizes government agencies to respond quickly to Taal Volcano eruption, ensuring disaster relief, medical support, and essential supplies for affected residents in evacuation centers.
Britain’s oldest department store at closure risk
The 140-year-old department store Beales, one of Britain’s oldest, is at risk of closing its 22 stores if it fails to find a buyer...
PH seismology bureau warns of volcanic tsunami if Taal’s intensity raised...
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said Monday morning that the Taal volcano could bring a “volcanic tsunami” if activities escalate. ...
Tsai Ing- Wen claims victory in Taiwan presidential race anew
President Tsai Ing-Wen secures re-election with a significant margin, delivering a strong message of Taiwan's democratic resilience and independence against China's reunification pressures.
Philippines cancels flights due to Taal Volcano eruption
Taal Volcano's eruption near Manila has triggered significant flight disruptions, with Philippine Airlines canceling multiple international routes and the Civil Aviation Authority halting airport operations to ensure passenger safety.
Despite criticisms, Facebook maintains policy on political ads
Social media site Facebook announced that it would stick on its policy allowing political ads on its platform despite criticisms that politicians only use...
Russia’s Olympic ban referred to sport’s arbitration court
The Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) will soon hear Russia’s appeal on its four-year Olympic ban as it was formally referred by the...
National leaders say Iranian missile struck down Ukraine Int’l flight
The Prime Ministers of Canada, United Kingdom and Australia have similarly affirmed that an Iranian surface-to-air missile shot down the Ukrainian jetliner that crashed...
World stocks rise as Mid-East tensions wane
The world's stocks reached a record high with more market gains following the lower tensions in the Middle East.
Investors
have reportedly bet on faster global...
Iranian Soleimani’s death served “American Justice,” says President Trump
US President Donald Trump gained support from countrymen when he defended that the killing of Iranian’s top military commander was prompted by a “bold...
President Trump boasts US’ investment boom in Ohio rally
Speaking in front of thousands of supporters during a campaign rally held Thursday night in Toledo, Ohio, US President Donald Trump shared that his...
Tesla’s market value surpassed Ford’s and General Motors’
The market value of Californian automotive company Tesla has increased by 7%, surpassing that of Ford’s and General Motors’ combined worth.
For the first time,...
China’s new investment law: yay or nay?
China's Foreign Investment Law (FIL) launched on January 1 aims to equalize treatment for foreign businesses, reduce market entry barriers, and provide new opportunities across manufacturing and financial services sectors.
Furniture company IKEA to pay $46 Million settlement to family of...
Ikea, a European company that specializes in furniture and kitchen appliances, has agreed to pay an amount of $46 million to the family of...
Facebook bans deceptive, modified media
Facebook's Global Policy Management President Monika Bickert announced the removal of deceptive images and videos designed to mislead users, targeting content that artificially alters visual media to create false narratives.
TV makers stun CES 2020 with super HD units
Televisions will no longer just be viewing appliances as TV manufacturing giants showcased super high definition models that can serve as hubs to control...
Australia’s bushfires hit businesses leading to more than $2 billion economic...
Several companies in Australia, including resorts, factories and insurance firms, have been reportedly hit as the summer’s devastating bushfires continue to rage.
With
fires ripping through...
