[2026-09-25 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Travel / Inspiration] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: New national park is a two-island paradise on Australia’s doorstep

Snippet: New national parks tend to open with much fanfare in Australia. Not so much in Indonesia.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/inspiration/new-national-park-is-a-two-island-paradise-on-australia-s-doorstep-20260925-p60z66.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 04:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: 'Forced down our throats': Most of us never chose an AI world. Yet here we are

Snippet: Australians are the world's biggest sceptics of artificial intelligence, even as it becomes increasingly part of everyday life.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-25/trust-in-ai-across-australia-and-asia-pacific/107096784

[2026-09-25 04:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Lawmaker pushes national land use law as Senate takes up measure

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Surigao del Norte 1st District Rep. Francisco “Lalo” Matugas is pushing for the passage of a National Land Use Act as the Senate continues deliberations on proposals seeking to establish a comprehensive framework for how land is planned and used across the country.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/news/national/lawmaker-pushes-national-land-use-law-as-senate-takes-up-measure/2432626

[2026-09-25 04:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Trump-Xi summit live: Chinese leader leaves the White House after meetings

Snippet: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he returns to the White House after greeting Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, on Sept. 23. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/trump-xi-summit/trump-xi-summit-live-chinese-leader-leaves-the-white-house-after-meetings

[2026-09-25 03:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Army soldier among 4 nabbed in Cavite robbery - PNP

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — An active member of the Philippine Army and three others were arrested for alleged robbery of a grocery store in Trece Martires, Cavite on Thursday (Sep. 24), the Philippine National Police (PNP) said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/news/army-soldier-among-4-nabbed-in-cavite-robbery-pnp/2432615

[2026-09-25 03:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Toyota supplier Toyoda Gosei to build new Indian auto parts plant

Snippet: A rendering of Toyoda Gosei's planned plant in western India. (Toyota Gosei)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/toyota-supplier-toyoda-gosei-to-build-new-indian-auto-parts-plant

[2026-09-25 03:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Toyota supplier Toyoda Gosei to build Indian auto parts plant

Snippet: A rendering of Toyoda Gosei's planned plant in western India. (Toyota Gosei)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/toyota-supplier-toyoda-gosei-to-build-indian-auto-parts-plant

[2026-09-25 03:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Osaka's entertainment ambitions for former Expo site draw few takers

Snippet: Osaka officials hope to turn the artificial island of Yumeshima into an international tourist destination. (Photo by Yo Inoue)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/property/osaka-s-entertainment-ambitions-for-former-expo-site-draw-few-takers

[2026-09-25 03:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: SC asked to void Senate’s new impeachment vote rule

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A petition filed with the Supreme Court (SC) on Thursday asked the tribunal to strike down the Senate impeachment court’s new formula for determining the votes needed to convict Vice President Sara Duterte, arguing that the Constitution requires two-thirds of all 24 senators—or 16 votes—regardless of their participation in the trial.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/news/sc-asked-to-void-senates-new-impeachment-vote-rule/2432614

[2026-09-25 03:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan struggles to find way to fund Takaichi budget with no new deficit bonds

Snippet: Japanese government budget requests have swelled due to changes under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. (Photo by Akira Kodaka)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/bonds/japan-struggles-to-find-way-to-fund-takaichi-budget-with-no-new-deficit-bonds

[2026-09-25 03:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: White House reinstates access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico

Snippet: Reporters for CNN, Politico and MS NOW were allowed to re-enter the White House grounds after a federal judge ordered the White House to restore their access. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/white-house-reinstates-access-to-cnn-ms-now-and-politico

[2026-09-25 03:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Trump-Xi summit live: Chinese leader calls for renewed Iran talks in meeting

Snippet: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he returns to the White House after greeting Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, on Sept. 23. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/trump-xi-summit/trump-xi-summit-live-chinese-leader-calls-for-renewed-iran-talks-in-meeting

[2026-09-25 03:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Sky-high diesel prices keep climbing as US weighs export ban

Snippet: The average U.S. retail diesel price for drivers hit a record-high $6.52 per gallon on Sept. 22 and climbed even higher in some places. © Getty Images via Kyodo

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/energy/sky-high-diesel-prices-keep-climbing-as-us-weighs-export-ban

[2026-09-25 02:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: B-2 Spirit, AI cooperation, no US-China conflict: key Xi-Trump takeaways so far

Snippet: In morning remarks of state visit’s second day, US president and Chinese leader seek to project image of stability between the two sides

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368716/b-2-spirit-ai-cooperation-no-us-china-conflict-key-xi-trump-takeaways-so-far?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 02:44 UTC+10:00] [Thucydides Trap] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: B-2 Spirit, AI cooperation, no US-China conflict: key Xi-Trump takeaways so far

Snippet: In morning remarks of state visit’s second day, US president and Chinese leader seek to project image of stability between the two sides

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368716/b-2-spirit-ai-cooperation-no-us-china-conflict-key-xi-trump-takeaways-so-far

[2026-09-25 02:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: 'It's like winning Olympics,' says Carlos Yulo after bagging first gold for Philippines

Snippet: Philippines gymnast Carlos Yulo said on Thursday (September 24) that winning the Asian Games floor exercise gold on Thursday felt like another Olympic triumph, elevated by redemption after he buried the disappointment of Jakarta 2018.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/videos/watch-its-like-winning-olympics-says-carlos-yulo-after-bagging-first-gold-for-philippines/2432563

[2026-09-25 02:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Xi urges limits on US-China rivalry, calls for stable ties

Snippet: Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers remarks at the White House on Sept. 24. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/trump-xi-summit/xi-urges-limits-on-us-china-rivalry-calls-for-stable-ties

[2026-09-25 02:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: SoftBank Group plans record sales of high-yield bonds to invest in OpenAI

Snippet: The massive bond sale by SoftBank Group is part of a growing trend toward AI-linked junk bonds, giving some investors pause. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/finance/softbank-group-plans-record-sales-of-high-yield-bonds-to-invest-in-openai

[2026-09-25 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the .

Snippet: The PostMag Quick CrosswordFriday, 25 Septemberloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-09-25

[2026-09-25 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Mini Sudoku.

Snippet: Mini SudokuFriday, 25 Septemberloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-09-25

[2026-09-25 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the SCMP Cryptic Crossword.

Snippet: The SCMP Cryptic CrosswordFriday, 25 Septemberloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-09-25

[2026-09-25 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Word Search.

Snippet: Word SearchFriday, 25 Septemberloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-09-25

[2026-09-25 02:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Carlos Yulo bags 1st gold at Asian Games

Snippet: THE Philippines finally tallied its first gold medal on Day 5 of the 2026 Asian Games, courtesy of the two-time Olympic champion gymnast Carlos Yulo.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/news/national/carlos-yulo-bags-1st-gold-at-asian-games/2432517

[2026-09-25 02:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Xi: China, US should be partners

Snippet: BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping urged cooperation with the United States, Beijing’s state media reported, hours after being greeted in Washington on Wednesday evening local time by President Donald Trump.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/world/asia-oceania/xi-china-us-should-be-partners/2432104

[2026-09-25 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Nepal PM faces first big test after disaster

Snippet: KATHMANDU — Nepal’s rapper-turned-prime minister swept to power six months ago on a wave of youth-led anti-corruption protests, buoyed by optimism for change.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/world/asia-oceania/nepal-pm-faces-first-big-test-after-disaster/2432103

[2026-09-25 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cebu has ‘worst’ power supply situation in Visayas

Snippet: CEBU has the worst power supply situation among the Visayas provinces as its growing electricity demand continues to outpace the island’s local generation capacity, the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) said on Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/regions/cebu-has-worst-power-supply-situation-in-visayas/2432600

[2026-09-25 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Trump hails ‘great friendship’ with Xi as Chinese leader visits White House

Snippet: President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump greet China's President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan outside the White House. (AP: Alex Brandon)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-25/trump-welcomes-xi-to-white-house/107193702

[2026-09-25 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Time to end Mary Jane Veloso’s long ordeal

Snippet: PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is “seriously considering” an absolute pardon for Mary Jane Veloso, the former migrant worker who has spent nearly 17 years in prison and was on the brink of being executed in Indonesia for drug trafficking.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/opinion/editorial/time-to-end-mary-jane-velosos-long-ordeal/2432451

[2026-09-25 02:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Lee says Ukraine disclosed transfer of 2 N.K. soldiers in breach of non-disclosure agreement

Snippet: MEXICO CITY, Sept. 24 (Yonhap) -- South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday expressed regret that Ukraine has disclosed the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war (POWs) to South Korea, calling it a breach of a non-disclosure agreement.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260925000200315

[2026-09-25 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Team Lakay fighters shine in Asian Games

Snippet: BAGUIO CITY — Team Lakay fighters Jean Claude “The Dynamite” Saclag and Carlos “The Limitless” Alvarez carried the fight for the Philippines after winning silver and bronze medals, respectively, in the mixed martial arts (MMA) competition of the 2026 Asian Games.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/sports/team-lakay-fighters-shine-in-asian-games/2432083

[2026-09-25 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: SoftBank issues $11.1B in large bond sale

Snippet: TOKYO — Tech investor SoftBank Group is issuing $11.1 billion in dollar- and euro-denominated bonds, set to be the largest high-yield corporate bond sale globally on record as it seeks to fund its mammoth bet on OpenAI.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/business/foreign-business/softbank-issues-111b-in-large-bond-sale/2432545

[2026-09-25 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Albanese says OpenAI hacked government website

Snippet: SYDNEY — A rogue OpenAI model bypassed safeguards during training and hacked an Australian government website, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said as he admonished the ChatGPT creator over an “obviously unacceptable” breach.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/world/asia-oceania/albanese-says-openai-hacked-government-website/2432102

[2026-09-25 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pakistan deploys troops ahead of planned protest

Snippet: ISLAMABAD — Authorities in Pakistan’s capital blocked main access routes to the city with double-stacked shipping containers Thursday ahead of a weekend demonstration by supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/world/asia-oceania/pakistan-deploys-troops-ahead-of-planned-protest/2432100

[2026-09-25 01:34 UTC+10:00] [Finance] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Asia pays the price as rich nations borrow like emerging markets

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/09/asia-pays-the-price-as-rich-nations-borrow-like-emerging-markets/

[2026-09-25 01:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Trump-Xi summit live: Leaders call for US-China cooperation at White House

Snippet: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he returns to the White House after greeting Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, on Sept. 23. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/trump-xi-summit/trump-xi-summit-live-leaders-call-for-us-china-cooperation-at-white-house

[2026-09-25 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Festivals] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Full moons, mooncakes and lanterns in every colour: the mid-autumn festival – in pictures

Snippet: View image in fullscreenA dog sits in front of mid-autumn festival lanterns at Tai Kiu Market in Hong Kong.Photograph: Kobe Li/Nexpher/ZUMA Press Wire/ShutterstockShareView image in fullscreenPeople shop for fruit at a market in Yiwu in China’s Zhejiang province. The market has a surge in sales for the mid-autumn festival.Photograph: VCG/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenFloral displays at Beijing’s Temple of Heaven park, which has themed flower and hedge gardens to celebrate the mid-autumn festival and China’s National Day.

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/culture/gallery/2026/sep/25/chinese-mid-autumn-festival-september-2026-in-pictures

[2026-09-25 00:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Existing condo prices in central Tokyo down for 4th straight month

Snippet: Condo prices in Japan's capital had been on an upswing due to demand from overseas buyers and speculation. (Photo by Sae Kamae)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/property/existing-condo-prices-in-central-tokyo-down-for-4th-straight-month

[2026-09-25 00:34 UTC+10:00] [US foreign policy] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Trump-Xi live updates: leaders of US and China to talk AI and trade in major Washington meeting

Snippet: Xi arrived at the White House on Thursday morning ahead of major talks, which are expected to cover trade, AI, Taiwan and more

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2026/sep/24/trump-xi-jinping-china-ai-trade-summit-latest-news-updates

[2026-09-25 00:31 UTC+10:00] [Swimming] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Japan teenager Shin Ohashi overcomes Covid and fever to smash breaststroke world record

Snippet: Swimmer wins 200m gold at Asian Games with 39C fever

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/sep/24/shin-ohashi-japan-covid-fever-swimming-breaststroke-world-record-asian-games

[2026-09-25 00:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: How 'Ponzi' stock scheme in Turkey collapsed: 4 things to know

Snippet: Around one-third of Turkish equities are held by foreign investors. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/how-ponzi-stock-scheme-in-turkey-collapsed-4-things-to-know

[2026-09-25 00:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong hero back in town for Fifa Asean Cup, as current coach plays down key-man exit

Snippet: Despite tournament’s shaky foundations, Hong Kong’s past and present coaches welcome opportunity for more football

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3368708/hong-kong-hero-back-town-fifa-asean-cup-current-coach-plays-down-key-man-exit?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 00:29 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong hero back in town for Fifa Asean Cup, as current coach plays down key-man exit

Snippet: Despite tournament’s shaky foundations, Hong Kong’s past and present coaches welcome opportunity for more football

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3368708/hong-kong-hero-back-town-fifa-asean-cup-current-coach-plays-down-key-man-exit

[2026-09-25 00:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: California coastal cities scramble as colossal hurricane barrels through Pacific, emergency declared

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/09/24/us-news/california-coastal-cities-scramble-to-prepare-for-colossal-hurricane-storming-through-pacific-as-emergency-declared/

[2026-09-25 00:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Tropical Storm Nolo set to become major hurricane and make direct landfall in Hawaii

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/09/24/us-news/tropical-storm-nolo-set-to-become-major-hurricane-as-it-churns-in-the-pacific/

[2026-09-25 00:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Bugna sustains rise with 3-title romp in Isulan

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Kathlyn Bugna continued to make a strong case as one of the country’s most promising young tennis players, sweeping three titles, including two singles crowns, in the Bagong Pilipinas Juniors Age Group Tennis Championships at the Capitol indoor and outdoor courts in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat recently.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/24/sports/bugna-sustains-rise-with-3-title-romp-in-isulan/2431900

[2026-09-25 00:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore’s finance firms pledge to train 80,000 local staff in AI skills

Snippet: The firms will also study how jobs are changing and test approaches to training and job redesign

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3368707/singapores-finance-firms-pledge-train-80000-local-staff-ai-skills?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 00:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore’s finance firms pledge to train 80,000 local staff in AI skills

Snippet: The firms will also study how jobs are changing and test approaches to training and job redesign

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3368707/singapores-finance-firms-pledge-train-80000-local-staff-ai-skills

[2026-09-25 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s sulphur imports dive 65% as prices surge 3.5 times amid Middle East disruption

Snippet: Country pays more for less of the key fertiliser ingredient, potentially pressuring the spring planting season, analyst says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/article/3368654/chinas-sulphur-imports-dive-65-prices-surge-35-times-amid-middle-east-disruption?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 00:00 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s sulphur imports dive 65% as prices surge 3.5 times amid Middle East disruption

Snippet: Country pays more for less of the key fertiliser ingredient, potentially pressuring the spring planting season, analyst says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/article/3368654/chinas-sulphur-imports-dive-65-prices-surge-35-times-amid-middle-east-disruption

[2026-09-25 00:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Carlos Yulo wins Philippines’ first gold at Asian Games 2026 | The wRap

Snippet: Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/video/daily-wrap/september-24-2026/