Topic: Asia Pacific — Neutral reports only
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[2026-06-18 15:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
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[2026-06-18 15:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, June 18 (Yonhap) -- A supercomputer built under a partnership between South Korea and Southeast Asian nations officially began operations in Indonesia, the science ministry said Thursday.
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[2026-06-18 15:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF) or Pag-IBIG Fund has offered promotional housing rates for members above the socialized housing price ceiling up to P10 million.
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[2026-06-18 15:33 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-06-18 15:29 UTC+10:00] [Global Affairs] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-06-18 15:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: IndiGo is scheduled to fly 56,652 domestic flights in June, a 5% drop from March, according to aviation analytics company Cirium. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
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[2026-06-18 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hong Kong bar owner Gavin Yeung founded matcha brand Celadon after being ‘floored’ by its long history in China before reaching Japan
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[2026-06-18 15:15 UTC+10:00] [matcha] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hong Kong bar owner Gavin Yeung founded matcha brand Celadon after being ‘floored’ by its long history in China before reaching Japan
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[2026-06-18 15:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, June 18 (Yonhap) -- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's visit to South Korea, originally scheduled for earlier this week, has been postponed due to the birth of his second daughter, sources here said Thursday.
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[2026-06-18 15:12 UTC+10:00] [BUSINESS] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: TOKYO/LONDON – The British government is in advanced talks with Japanese carmaker Nissan about providing it with financial support in return for a long-term commitment and investment in its Sunderland plant, five sources with knowledge of the discussions said.
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[2026-06-18 15:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, June 18 (Yonhap) -- A senior North Korean diplomat has pledged to deepen cultural exchanges and cooperation with China during an event hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Pyongyang, according to the embassy Thursday.
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[2026-06-18 15:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The incidents have raised questions about whether more precautions need to be taken in countries like Malaysia where the weather is harsh
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[2026-06-18 15:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The incidents have raised questions about whether more precautions need to be taken in countries like Malaysia where the weather is harsh
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[2026-06-18 15:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: People check out an electric vehicle at the 19th Dhaka Auto Series of Exhibitions in Dhaka on April 24. Government incentives are expected to lift demand for EVs in Bangladesh. © Getty Images
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[2026-06-18 15:01 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: The National Police Agency (NPA) said Thursday that it has dispatched a liaison officer to Bangkok as part of a broader push to crack down on fraud groups operating out of Southeast Asia.
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[2026-06-18 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: 1960 -- U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower visits South Korea in his second trip to the nation after his visit to the Korean combat zone in December 1952.
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[2026-06-18 14:56 UTC+10:00] [ASIA PACIFIC] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: TAIPEI – Taiwan safeguarding its own security and refusing rule by China’s Communist Party should not be seen as a provocation, President Lai Ching-te said on Thursday, adding he hoped a new U.S. arms sale package can be approved soon.
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[2026-06-18 14:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The National (UAE)
Snippet: The percussion and swaying rhythms of Al Ayala, the scent of incense and the brewing of strong Emirati gahwa greeted visitors as the Beijing International Book Fair opened on Wednesday with the UAE as guest of honour.
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[2026-06-18 14:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: By Song Sang-ho and Cho Joon-hyung
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[2026-06-18 14:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: ZAPOPAN, Mexico, June 17 (Yonhap) -- South Korea can become the first team to win their group at this year's FIFA World Cup by beating Mexico this week and getting some help from other teams.
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[2026-06-18 14:42 UTC+10:00] [United States] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-06-18 14:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Lan Hongchun’s film on love, loyalty and immigrant struggles is a sensation in China, with lead Li Sitong giving a career-making performance
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[2026-06-18 14:36 UTC+10:00] [Dear You] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Lan Hongchun’s film on love, loyalty and immigrant struggles is a sensation in China, with lead Li Sitong giving a career-making performance
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[2026-06-18 14:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, June 18 (Yonhap) -- Hyundai Motor Group said Thursday it will introduce a clean hydrogen energy circulation system at South Korea's Antarctic research station to support sustainable scientific operations.
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[2026-06-18 14:15 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Veteran K-pop songwriter says the country could rank among the world's five largest music markets within a decade
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[2026-06-18 14:06 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Asan Medical Center tops five specialties, Samsung Medical Center leads three
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[2026-06-18 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Financial Times
Snippet: "Expert, reliable, considered, actionable opinion"
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[2026-06-18 13:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ambassador Xie Feng tells Washington gala many American business friends share his view on direction of US-China Board of Trade
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[2026-06-18 13:59 UTC+10:00] [Alibaba] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ambassador Xie Feng tells Washington gala many American business friends share his view on direction of US-China Board of Trade
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[2026-06-18 13:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: Foreign governments, Wall Street banks and multinational companies are flocking to China's domestic bond market as some of the world's cheapest borrowing costs turn the yuan into an increasingly attractive funding currency.
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[2026-06-18 13:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: Thu 18 Jun 2026 at 1:48pm
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[2026-06-18 13:48 UTC+10:00] [Der Podcast] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Politico
Snippet: Gordon Repinski und das POLITICO-Team nehmen Euch mit durch die Hauptstadt - kurz, präzise, hintergründig. Montags bis freitags ab 5 Uhr.
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[2026-06-18 13:48 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi wrapped up her first Group of Seven summit in Evian, France, on Wednesday, securing support for stronger mineral supply chain resilience while pressing leaders to keep Indo-Pacific security risks in view — two of her key goals at the meeting.
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[2026-06-18 13:46 UTC+10:00] [Japan] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Shoko Kawata’s decision to take time off to have a baby – an unprecedented step for a mayor – has sparked weeks of debate inside Japan
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[2026-06-18 13:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) on Thursday revealed the national team roster for the upcoming FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers Window 3.
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[2026-06-18 13:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Senate impeachment court on Thursday began pre-trial proceedings for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, marking the first official meeting between the prosecution and defense panels ahead of the full trial.
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[2026-06-18 13:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MSD in the Philippines, PHAP Cares Foundation and Project Red Ribbon, recently announced the successful completion of the MSD HPV vaccine donation, for the benefit of people living with HIV (PLHIVs).
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[2026-06-18 13:33 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-06-18 13:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Readers call for an overhaul in how Hong Kong trains its educators, legal protection against animal cruelty in mainland China, and climate-adaptive power grids in Asia
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[2026-06-18 13:30 UTC+10:00] [Asia] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Readers call for an overhaul in how Hong Kong trains its educators, legal protection against animal cruelty in mainland China, and climate-adaptive power grids in Asia
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[2026-06-18 13:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Electronic boards show Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 index in Tokyo Thursday, June 18, 2026. (Kyodo News via AP)
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[2026-06-18 13:16 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Health authorities report 300 patients so far, with cases spreading beyond older adults, as early heat wave warnings begin
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[2026-06-18 13:15 UTC+10:00] [ASIA PACIFIC] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: An American scholar of Myanmar detained in China in early June had traveled to the southwestern city of Kunming to attend an academic workshop, a think tank that he founded said on Wednesday, calling for his release.
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[2026-06-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, June 18 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's personal pension savings grew almost 11 percent in 2025 amid increased interest in post-retirement life and a stock market rally, data showed Thursday.
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[2026-06-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Tokyo Electron President and CEO Toshiki Kawai speaks to Nikkei in Tokyo on June 9. (Photo by Hikaru Yagi)
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[2026-06-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Tokyo Electron President and CEO Toshiki Kawai speaks to Nikkei in Tokyo on June 9. (Photo by Hikaru Yagi)
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[2026-06-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEJONG, June 18 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's fair trade watchdog on Thursday rejected proposed corrective measures submitted by two major food delivery platforms over allegations that they abused their market dominance against restaurant owners and consumers.
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[2026-06-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Some women argue against the double standards, saying they have to wear stockings to work even in summer
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[2026-06-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Some women argue against the double standards, saying they have to wear stockings to work even in summer
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[2026-06-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Snippet: Authored by Jijo Malayil via Interesting Engineering,
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