Articles by Danielle Ong

Danielle Ong


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Environmental Activist Shot Dead in Mexico, Third This Year

A well-known environmental activist was shot dead earlier this month in Mexico. His death marks the third activist killed in the country this year.
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Deliciously Adorable Food-Themed Pillows You'll Want to Snuggle With in Bed

These pillows are so cute you just might want to eat them. With the vast amount of uniquely themed items for sale online, your kitchen might be decked out in all of the cutest, most modern culinary products---from pink coral pans to cartoon-themed food keepers.
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What to Do If Your Mortgage Payment is Late

Are you already late for your April 15 mortgage payment? Here's what you can do. (Photo: Unsplash) The U. S. government recently announced the distribution of stimulus cash to tens of millions of bank accounts following multiple lay-offs and business closures.
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, in New Zealand, at the Maranui Cafe in Wellington, New Zealand October 29, 2018.

'Who Do You Think You Are': Meghan Markle, Palace Staff Fought Over Excessive Demands

A royal expert revealed the former Suits actress was involved in a fight with a palace aide over her excessive demands.
First responders and residents walk along a main street

'It Was Ungodly,' Dozens Dead As Tornadoes Sweep Through Southern States

Severe storms and tornadoes swept through six Southern states on Sunday, leaving massive damages in its wake.

When You Wish Upon a Star, Your Favorite Stars Plan a Disney Family Singalong

Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato are set to appear in a star-studded, televised Disney concert. (Photo: Instagram) Demi Lovato (left) and Ariana Grande (right) The Disney Family Singalong is ready with its massive, superstar lineup.
Gator on the Street

Welcome to the Wild West: Animals Invade Streets Worldwide Amid Coronavirus Lockdowns

As humans hunker down inside their homes, animals have taken over the civilized world, pouring into city streets amid the coronavirus crisis.
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Operation Car Wash: A Look at Latin America's Most Controversial Corruption Scandal in History

In 2014, Brazilian authorities uncovered a scandal so massive it led to the country's recession and surge in the unemployment rate.

Is California Successfully Flattening COVID-19 Curve? What Are the Plans of the Government?

With the Golden State showing encouraging signs in flattening the coronavirus curve, California Governor Gavin Newsom gave some insight into his plans to reopen the state's economy soon.

[VIDEO] El Chapo's Prison Cell: How Secure Is 'Maximum Security'?

Word picture: Here's a description of what you'll see inside the Mexican Drug Kingpin's maximum-security prison.
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BUSTED! FBI Uncovers International Scam After 39 Million Masks Failed to Reach California

The FBI recently discovered an international COVID-19 fraud scheme involving over 39 million masks. (Photo: REUTERS/Nicholas Pfosi/File Photo) The Federal Bureau of Investigation recently discovered an international COVID-19 fraud scheme.

Inside Venezuela: Where People Can Only Afford Rotten Meat

Venezuela was once the most prominent country in Latin America. Today, its people struggle to buy a single gallon of milk.
People stand in line outside a shop near the dead body of a man who had collapsed on the sidewalk, during the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Guayaquil

After Missing for More Than a Week, Mexican Journalist Was Found Beheaded at Seaside Resort

A Mexican journalist named Victor Fernando Alvarez was found dead in the southern state of Guerrero on Saturday--more than a week after he was reported missing.
Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro is seen in a neighborhood Sudoeste, amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Brasilia

'It's Just a Flu': Bolsonaro's COVID-19 Dismissal Putting Brazil In Danger, Experts Say

Health experts fear Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's continuous dismissal of the global pandemic could lead to a devastating health crisis in the coming weeks.
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Doctor Treating COVID-19 Patients Takes a Chance on Clot-Busting Drugs

A woman in New York's Mount Sinai Hospital was on the brink of death. One doctor decided to take a risk.
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Murder Town: Inside Veracruz, Mexico's Cartel War Zone

Veracruz is regarded as the deadliest town in Mexico as cartels continuously wage territorial wars against each other.

Exposing Cuba: A Country Where People Have No Rights

Behind all the Caribbean scenery is a heartbreaking picture of oppression and desolation. (Photo : Unsplash/YouTube) Cuba is known for its bright and colorful scenery, joyful people, and vibrant social scene-basically, everything countries in the Caribbean embody.
Cuba

Everything Cuban: 5 Things You Should Know

Cuba is an island in the Caribbean known for its vibrant culture, pristine beaches, and lush forests. Here's a simple guide for travelers hoping to visit this lively nation.

Gruesome Tales: People Who Suffered Horrible Deaths Along the US-Mexican Border

Many froze during the winter, while others died under the summer's sweltering heat and dehydration. However, there were a few who met the worst possible deaths trying to chase the elusive 'American dream.'
A sixteen-year old sex worker waiting for a customer

Flesh Service: Mexico's 'Home Delivery' Sex Trafficking Amid COVID-19

Mexico has become one of the world's most prevalent human and sex trafficking destinations---from 'home delivery' services to child pornography.

Do Ventilators Do More Harm Than Good to COVID-19 Patients?

Recent data shows 80% of all NYC coronavirus patients put on ventilators die. Does it do more harm than good?
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CDC: People of Color and the Working Class At Higher Risk for COVID-19

New data suggests black Americans are dying at a much higher rate than whites. (Photo: Reuters) The global pandemic, COVID-19, has been terrorizing countries across the globe for more than four months since Chinese health officials reported the first case in humans in December 2019.
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Best Nitrile Gloves to Keep Your Hands Protected Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Keep yourself safe from infection with these affordable nitrile gloves. Nitrile gloves are perfect for anyone looking for protection and performance across various industries without losing grip or too much money.
 patient suffering from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is treated at the intensive care unit at Ambroise Pare clinic in Neuilly-sur-Seine near Paris, France, April 1, 2020.

Government Offers $490M Ventilator Contract as Federal Stockpiles Hit Critical Level

The Trump administration tapped automaker General Motors to build ventilators in a bid to address the nation's shortage in ventilator supply amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Medical personnel take temperatures as they prepare the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for coronavirus patients in New Orleans, Louisiana

US Government is Considering to Allow Americans to Return to Work Amid COVID-19 Crisis

The Trump administration is considering relaxing the coronavirus lockdown measures as early as Wednesday to let Americans with no symptoms to go back to work.