[2026-02-28 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Son of Indonesia 'gasoline godfather' jailed in $17B corruption case

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/28/world/asia-oceania/son-of-indonesia-gasoline-godfather-jailed-in-17b-corruption-case/2289948

[2026-02-28 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cebu advances sustainable urban development with Japan's aid

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/28/regions/cebu-advances-sustainable-urban-development-with-japans-aid/2290054

[2026-02-28 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The PH-China word war must end

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/28/opinion/editorial/the-ph-china-word-war-must-end/2290121

[2026-02-28 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The Asean Power Grid: The next investable infrastructure opportunity in Southeast Asia

Snippet: SOUTHEAST Asia is entering an electricity supercycle.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/28/opinion/columns/the-asean-power-grid-the-next-investable-infrastructure-opportunity-in-southeast-asia/2290097

[2026-02-28 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Watsons, Unilab champion everyday alaga (care) with their first community wellness run

Snippet: RUNNERS of all ages and levels came together for a morning of care and wellness as Watsons Philippines and Unilab hosted the Share the Alaga Run at the SM Mall of Asia Complex on Feb. 22, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/28/supplements/watsons-unilab-champion-everyday-alaga-care-with-their-first-community-wellness-run/2289976

[2026-02-28 02:16 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Duterte lawyer: ‘High value target’ is not code for a kill order | 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/february-27-2026/

[2026-02-28 01:54 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Kaufman says his client killed no one. But Duterte said before that he did.

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/nicholas-kaufman-rodrigo-duterte-conversation-drug-war-killing-numbers-icc-pre-trial-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-28 01:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: SC, Ateneo mourn Hofileña’s passing

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court on Friday joined the law community in mourning the death of Ateneo Law School (ALS) Dean Jose Maria “Joey” Hofileña.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/sc-ateneo-mourn-hofileas-passing/2290055

[2026-02-28 01:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: As Modi backs Israel in Knesset, 'Post' gets an inside look at India's military surge

Snippet: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stood at the Knesset podium on Wednesday afternoon and spoke the post-October 7 language of friendship that Israeli leaders love to hear.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-888171

[2026-02-28 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Sun Yingsha extends fine start to season with Singapore Smash last 8 spot

Snippet: World No 1 and title holder beats compatriot Shi Xunyao to lead a five-strong Chinese contingent into the quarter-finals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3344923/chinese-star-sun-yingsha-extends-fine-start-season-last-8-spot-singapore-smash

[2026-02-28 00:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: ‘Open war’ between Pakistan and Afghanistan: What we know | RT India Outlook

Snippet: Nuclear-armed Pakistan has made an open declaration of war against former ally Afghanistan, its western neighbor that has resisted NATO occupation for years, and has sought to drag its archrival India into an escalating conflict.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/633111-open-war-between-pakistan-and/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-02-28 00:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Has India’s influence in Afghanistan grown under the Taliban?

Snippet: Pakistan has accused Afghanistan’s Taliban of serving as a “proxy” for India, amid escalating hostilities between Islamabad and Kabul.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/27/has-indias-influence-in-afghanistan-grown-under-the-taliban

[2026-02-27 23:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Fighting escalates between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Here's what to know

Snippet: Pakistan and Afghanistan traded attacks in a dramatic escalation of tensions between the countries that Pakistan’s defense minister said Friday means they are now in “open war.” Tensions have been high between the neighbors for months, with border clashes in October killing dozens of soldiers, civilians and suspected militants. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan’s Taliban government of harboring militant groups that then stage attacks across the border and also of allying with its archrival India.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/pakistan-afghanistan-fighting-background-a23c22bd981170679735bd295220bb49

[2026-02-27 23:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China tells citizens to leave Iran ‘as soon as possible’ as US strike fears growBeijing issued the warning as US continued to build up its fleet and talks over Tehran’s nuclear programme ended without a deal.

Snippet: Beijing issued the warning as US continued to build up its fleet and talks over Tehran’s nuclear programme ended without a deal

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3344924/china-tells-citizens-get-out-iran-soon-possible-us-strike-fears-grow

[2026-02-27 23:35 UTC+10:00] [Global Risk-Reward Monitor] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Beijing tightens the screws in showdown with Takaichi

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/beijing-tightens-the-screws-in-showdown-with-takaichi/

[2026-02-27 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s leaders outline economic focus ahead of ‘two sessions’ – what to expectTop officials met ahead of Beijing’s annual legislative sessions, when this year’s growth target and five-year plan will be unveiled.

Snippet: Top officials met ahead of Beijing’s annual legislative sessions, when this year’s growth target and five-year plan will be unveiled

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3344917/chinas-politburo-signals-decisive-macroeconomic-direction-ahead-two-sessions

[2026-02-27 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos appoints Cuna as DENR chief, Lotilla as envoy to Holy See

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Environment Undersecretary Juan Miguel Cuna as acting secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Malacañang announced Friday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/news/marcos-appoints-cuna-as-denr-chief-lotilla-as-envoy-to-holy-see/2289903

[2026-02-27 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Stability risk’: US faces rising concern as global debt soars to record highGlobal debt accumulation ‘accelerated sharply’ in 2025, driven by surging investment in the US, China and Europe, report finds.

Snippet: Global debt accumulation ‘accelerated sharply’ in 2025, driven by surging investment in the US, China and Europe, report finds

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3344903/global-debt-soars-us29-trillion-us-china-drive-rapid-build-report

[2026-02-27 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Global governance seminar held in Geneva, marking launch of English edition of Volume I of "China's Governance under Xi Jinping's Leadership"

Snippet: GENEVA, Feb. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a report from Xinhua News Agency:

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10684342

[2026-02-27 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is this maritime court case a model of China’s anti-sanctions law in action?Sanctioned Chinese company takes on Swiss firm in ‘landmark’ action against foreign ‘bullying’ and ‘long-arm jurisdiction’.

Snippet: Sanctioned Chinese company takes on Swiss firm in ‘landmark’ action against foreign ‘bullying’ and ‘long-arm jurisdiction’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3344885/maritime-court-case-model-chinas-anti-sanctions-law-action

[2026-02-27 22:54 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Prosecution says link exists between Duterte and killings

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/prosecution-link-exists-rodrigo-duterte-killings-icc-pre-trial-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-27 22:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Foreign minister discusses Lee's state visits with Singapore, Philippines officials

Snippet: Foreign Minister Cho Hyun has held phone talks with senior Singaporean and Philippine officials to discuss President Lee Jae Myung's upcoming state visits to the two countries, his ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10684339

[2026-02-27 22:43 UTC+10:00] [Sport / Cricket] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Voll century fires Australia to crushing win over India

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Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/sport/cricket/voll-century-fires-australia-in-crushing-win-over-india-20260227-p5o67s.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-02-27 22:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia considers royal commission to probe anti-corruption agency allegations

Snippet: The cabinet said it would decide after reviewing a taskforce report, as pressure mounts for MACC chief Azam Baki to step down

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3344908/malaysia-considers-high-powered-commission-probe-anti-corruption-agency-allegations

[2026-02-27 22:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Young gun blazes century as Australia takes charge of India series

Snippet: Voll's century led Australia to victory in Hobart. (Getty Images: Steve Bell)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-27/georgia-voll-strikes-century-australia-downs-india/106399172

[2026-02-27 22:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China seeks to mediate after Pakistan declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan

Snippet: Beijing calls on Islamabad and Kabul to stay calm and exercise restraint as relations between the neighbours plummet

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3344907/china-seeks-mediate-after-pakistan-declares-open-war-afghanistan

[2026-02-27 22:13 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Structure of Duterte’s killing machine in the Philippines ‘real’

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/video-structure-duterte-killing-machine-real-icc-pre-trial-hearing-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-27 22:10 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Human rights lawyer: Duterte admin ‘polluted’ official documents

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/lawyer-duterte-administration-polluted-official-documents-icc-pre-trial-hearing-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-27 21:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Carney visits India as Canada seeks to restore ties

Snippet: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and his wife Diana Fox Carney board a government plane in Ottawa on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/india-canada-modi-carney-trade-tariffs-diversify-83ee6bc8498e8c185b39b09b01dc55c7

[2026-02-27 21:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As the yuan sizzles, China’s central bank deploys double-barrelled policy tweakRegulators refine cross-border rules and cut the foreign exchange risk reserve ratio for forward forex sales to zero, aiming to provide stable offshore liquidity and help firms manage risks.

Snippet: Regulators refine cross-border rules and cut the foreign exchange risk reserve ratio for forward forex sales to zero, aiming to provide stable offshore liquidity and help firms manage risks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3344894/yuan-sizzles-chinas-central-bank-deploys-double-barrelled-policy-tweak

[2026-02-27 21:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Court issues seven day detention order on ‘Podi Lassie’ - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lankan security landscape saw a major breakthrough this morning as Janith Madhusanka, the notorious drug trafficker and multi-count murder suspect widely known as ‘Podi Lassie,’ was successfully extradited from India and brought back to the island.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/27/breaking-news/958997/court-issues-seven-day-detention-order-on-podi-lassie/

[2026-02-27 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The Philippines increases imports of European poultry

Snippet: THE Philippines is increasing imports of poultry meat from the European Union. According to data from the European Commission (DG AGRI), EU shipments reached approximately 67.3 thousand tonnes in 2025, compared with around 41.3 thousand tonnes in 2024, up nearly 63 percent. This trend reflects the rapid growth of the Philippines’ poultry import market in Southeast Asia, especially in modern retail and the HoReCa sector.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/27/tmt-newswire/the-philippines-increases-imports-of-european-poultry/2289810

[2026-02-27 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Beijing’s US$4.5 billion Niger-Benin oil pipeline is under fire from rebelsChinese nationals warned to avoid high-risk areas after infrastructure becomes a primary target for rebels seeking to halt military junta.

Snippet: Chinese nationals warned to avoid high-risk areas after infrastructure becomes a primary target for rebels seeking to halt military junta

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3344831/why-beijings-us45-billion-niger-benin-oil-pipeline-being-attacked-rebels

[2026-02-27 21:28 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ICC pre-trial: Kaufman questions case on high-value targets in drug war

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/nicholas-kaufman-questions-case-high-value-targets-drug-war-icc-pre-trial-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-27 21:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: FM discusses Lee's state visits with Singapore, Philippines officials

Snippet: SEOUL, Feb. 27 (Yonhap) -- Foreign Minister Cho Hyun has held phone talks with senior Singaporean and Philippine officials to discuss President Lee Jae Myung's upcoming state visits to the two countries, his ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260227010400315

[2026-02-27 21:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Why are Seoul, Washington airing out rare military rifts?

Snippet: I’m a staff reporter for The Korea Herald, covering national security and foreign policy across the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly. Before entering journalism, I served as an Air Force lieutenant, working as an interpreter and junior planner at the South Korea–US Combined Forces Command.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10684320

[2026-02-27 21:03 UTC+10:00] [Trade] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: China’s Japan squeeze is a warning for Southeast Asia

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/chinas-japan-squeeze-is-a-warning-for-southeast-asia/

[2026-02-27 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China ‘parenting parents’ trend sees youth teach adults skills like taking selfies

Snippet: Young people seek to address their problematic upbringing by turning the tables and becoming ‘mum or dad’ to the people who brought them up

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3344567/china-parenting-parents-trend-sees-youth-teach-mums-and-dads-modern-skills-taking-selfies

[2026-02-27 20:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: South China Morning Post publisher Tammy Tam appointed to Law Reform Commission

Snippet: Tam succeeds May Chan, news director at Commercial Radio, who completed two three-year terms

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3344886/south-china-morning-post-publisher-tammy-tam-appointed-law-reform-commission

[2026-02-27 20:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Pacific hosts San Francisco after Beasley's 22-point game

Snippet: San Francisco Dons (15-15, 7-10 WCC) at Pacific Tigers (17-13, 8-9 WCC)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/ryan-beasley-san-francisco-dons-pacific-tigers-san-francisco-mens-college-basketball-fe8deea23d3d4422b78b2b2aa7cfe8fe

[2026-02-27 20:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: San Diego hosts Pacific following Nestorov's 20-point showing

Snippet: Pacific Tigers (11-17, 6-11 WCC) at San Diego Toreros (10-20, 3-14 WCC)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/daria-nestorov-uc-san-diego-tritons-pacific-tigers-san-diego-san-diego-toreros-921679ef52d947e0890d7814b68fbc0c

[2026-02-27 20:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: China destituye a 19 diputados, incluidos nueve militares, antes de su congreso anual

Snippet: El presidente de China, Xi Jinping (centro), observa mientras miembros de la Comisión Militar Central prestan juramento durante una sesión de la Asamblea Popular Nacional, en el Gran Salón del Pueblo, en Beijing, China, el 11 de marzo de 2023. (AP Foto/Mark Schiefelbein, archivo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-ejercito-legisladores-congreso-purga-529a79e6f246979b4df8d2ecbd4b5b17

[2026-02-27 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s South China face tough start in return to elite regional competition

Snippet: Domestic champions to play three home matches in four days in the qualifying stages of the Basketball Champions League Asia in April

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/basketball/article/3344866/hong-kong-kingpins-south-china-face-tough-start-return-elite-regional-competition

[2026-02-27 20:25 UTC+10:00] [US-China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Trump will make China trip with one arm tied behind his back

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/trump-will-make-china-trip-with-one-arm-tied-behind-his-back/

[2026-02-27 20:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India's top court bans textbook for referring to judicial corruption - DailyNews

Snippet: India’s Supreme Court has banned a school textbook after a chapter in it made a reference to corruption in the judiciary.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/27/local/958972/indias-top-court-bans-textbook-for-referring-to-judicial-corruption/

[2026-02-27 20:19 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: What to expect on the final day of ICC pre-trial on Duterte’s drug war

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Rappler senior investigative reporter Lian Buan discusses what to expect during the last day of former president Rodrigo Duterte’s confirmation of charges hearing at the International Criminal Court on Friday, February 27.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/video-expectations-icc-pre-trial-february-27-2026/

[2026-02-27 20:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee puts sole apartment on market to underscore housing stabilization push

Snippet: For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings start with Rodong Sinmun—North Korea’s state mouthpiece—before diving into the day’s headlines from Seoul and Washington.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10684306

[2026-02-27 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US must be able to ‘turn around and punch’ as China boosts satellites: generalHead of US Space Force Combat Forces Command also highlights spaceplanes as area of increasing competition with China.

Snippet: Head of US Space Force Combat Forces Command also highlights spaceplanes as area of increasing competition with China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3344873/us-must-be-able-turn-around-and-punch-space-china-boosts-satellites-general

[2026-02-27 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In Korea, luxury goods are ‘like an ID card’. The Art of Sarah proves it

Snippet: Netflix’s The Art of Sarah, following a woman running a counterfeit empire, is a harsh reflection of South Korea’s luxe goods fixation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/k-drama/k-drama/article/3344704/k-drama-art-sarah-proves-korea-luxury-goods-are-id-card

[2026-02-27 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: UK Locks In Critical Minerals Deal With Kazakhstan To Cut Reliance On China

Snippet: UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has unveiled a critical minerals agreement with Kazakhstan on Thursday as Western governments move to shift supply chains away from China, moving ahead on London's plans to diversify its critical mineral sourcing.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/economics/uk-locks-critical-minerals-deal-kazakhstan-cut-reliance-china