[2026-08-04 04:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Castro: NBI investigates character assassination plot vs Recto

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is investigating the reported plot to link acting Executive Secretary Ralph Recto to a sex scandal since the people behind this scheme might be targetting more personalities.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/news/castro-nbi-investigates-character-assassination-plot-vs-recto/2397398

[2026-08-04 04:02 UTC+10:00] [Tennis] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Breakout star Alexandra Eala continues rise with first WTA title at DC Open

Snippet: Filipino sensation beats Jessica Pegula 4-6 6-4 6-0

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/aug/03/alexandra-eala-dc-open-title-philippines

[2026-08-04 04:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: After Blockbuster IPO, China's Memory Giant CXMT Plans Second Chip Plant In Beijing

Snippet: CXMT, China's largest chipmaker by output and certainly by market value thanks to its blowout IPO pricing one week ago, which saw its stock surge more than 7x from its offering price of 8.66 yuan per share, is considering building a second memory-chip plant in Beijing ​and is in financing talks with a tech manufacturing hub backed by the local government, Reuters reported citing source familiar.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/technology/after-blockbuster-ipo-chinas-memory-giant-cxmt-plans-second-chip-plant-beijing

[2026-08-04 03:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Ridon urges Duterte to 'face the truth' at impeachment trial

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — House prosecutor and Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon on Monday criticized Vice President Sara Duterte’s absence from her impeachment trial, more than a month since it began.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/news/ridon-urges-duterte-to-face-the-truth-at-impeachment-trial/2397377

[2026-08-04 03:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala secures P15.4 million after capturing maiden WTA title in Washington

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala secured a prize money of $252,000 or P15.4 million after capturing her first WTA Tour-level title at the 500 Mubadala D.C. Open in Washington early Tuesday in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/sports/alex-eala-secures-p154-million-after-capturing-maiden-wta-title-in-washington/2397371

[2026-08-04 03:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala secures P15.4M after capturing maiden WTA title in Washington

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala secured a prize money of $252,000 or P15.4 million after capturing her first WTA Tour-level title at the 500 Mubadala D.C. Open in Washington early Tuesday in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/sports/alex-eala-secures-p154m-after-capturing-maiden-wta-title-in-washington/2397371

[2026-08-04 03:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala rolls to career-best WTA top 20 with Washington title

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala rolled to a career-best top 20 in the WTA live rankings following her Mubadala D.C. Open conquest in Washington early Tuesday in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/sports/alex-eala-rolls-to-career-best-wta-top-20-with-washington-title/2397361

[2026-08-04 02:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: US and China AI demand drives copper prices to near-record highs

Snippet: A train loaded with sheets of copper cathode is seen at a copper mine in Antofagasta, Chile. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/commodities/us-and-china-ai-demand-drives-copper-prices-to-near-record-highs

[2026-08-04 02:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan-US yen intervention seen just buying time against Tokyo's loose stance

Snippet: Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama, left, and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent coordinated to bolster the yen from historic lows. (Source photos by Nikkei)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/currencies/japan-us-yen-intervention-seen-just-buying-time-against-tokyo-s-loose-stance

[2026-08-04 02:17 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 CrosswordTuesday, 4 Augustloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-08-04

[2026-08-04 02:17 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 SudokuTuesday, 4 Augustloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-08-04

[2026-08-04 02:17 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 CrosswordTuesday, 4 Augustloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-08-04

[2026-08-04 02:17 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 SearchTuesday, 4 Augustloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-08-04

[2026-08-04 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: NHCP commemorates 82nd death anniversary of MLQ, opens National Language Month 2026 celebration

Snippet: THE National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) led the national commemoration of the 82nd death anniversary of President Manuel Luis Quezon at the NHCP Museo ni Manuel Quezon, Quezon Memorial Circle, Diliman, Quezon City, on Aug. 1, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/tmt-newswire/nhcp-commemorates-82nd-death-anniversary-of-mlq-opens-national-language-month-2026-celebration/2396820

[2026-08-04 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Advocate group hits stray dog euthanasia

Snippet: LAPU-LAPU CITY — A local animal advocacy group has revived its campaign against what it described as the alleged impounding and euthanasia of stray dogs ahead of the city’s hosting of the Ironman 70.3 Philippines.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/regions/advocate-group-hits-stray-dog-euthanasia/2397195

[2026-08-04 02:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Malaysia’s former ruling party boosted by poll wins

Snippet: KUALA LUMPUR — A coalition led by Malaysia’s former ruling UMNO party may be on a path back to national power after winning back-to-back state elections, analysts said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/world/asia-oceania/malaysias-former-ruling-party-boosted-by-poll-wins/2397264

[2026-08-04 02:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Sandz Solutions powers AI-ready enterprises with future-ready infrastructure

Snippet: SANDZ Solutions Philippines announces a new phase of growth and innovation.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/tmt-newswire/sandz-solutions-powers-ai-ready-enterprises-with-future-ready-infrastructure/2396818

[2026-08-04 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: India’s ex-wrestling chief cleared of sexual offenses

Snippet: NEW DELHI — A court in New Delhi acquitted the former head of the Indian wrestling federation on Monday of charges of sexual harassment and stalking brought by medal-winning athletes, his lawyer said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/world/asia-oceania/indias-ex-wrestling-chief-cleared-of-sexual-offenses/2397262

[2026-08-04 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Suicide bomber kills 14 in Pakistan rally

Snippet: PESHAWAR, Pakistan — A suicide bomber targeted protesters at an antimilitant rally in northwestern Pakistan on Sunday, killing at least 14 people, mostly civilians and police officers, and wounding more than two dozen others, officials said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/world/asia-oceania/suicide-bomber-kills-14-in-pakistan-rally/2397258

[2026-08-04 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Emilio Jacinto and the concept of ‘kalayaan’

Snippet: WE mentioned in our previous column that the Brains of the Katipunan, Emilio Jacinto, dropped out of his law studies at the University of Santo Tomas at the age of 18 to join the secret revolutionary society called the Katipunan. But Katipunan historian Jim Richardson pointed out to me an important article by National Historical Commission of the Philippines Commissioner Dr.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/opinion/columns/emilio-jacinto-and-the-concept-of-kalayaan/2397194

[2026-08-04 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Nestlé launches barangay nutrition drive to help address infant nutrient gaps

Snippet: Amid persistent concerns over micronutrient deficiencies among Filipino children, Nestlé Philippines is bringing its nutrition advocacy directly to communities through a new educational caravan aimed at helping parents make informed feeding decisions for their babies.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/nestle-launches-barangay-nutrition-drive-to-help-address-infant-nutrient-gaps/2396835

[2026-08-04 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Indonesia ferry fire leaves 5 dead, dozens missing

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/world/asia-oceania/indonesia-ferry-fire-leaves-5-dead-dozens-missing/2397265

[2026-08-04 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Dingdong Dantes powers a smarter family home

Snippet: A company that provides sustainable energy solutions has recently introduced its brand ambassador. Marstek Philippines chose actor, TV host and entrepreneur Dingdong Dantes.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/dingdong-dantes-powers-a-smarter-family-home/2396834

[2026-08-04 01:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Indian court acquits ex-wrestling chief in sexual harassment case

Snippet: A New Delhi court has acquitted the former chief of India’s wrestling federation in a sexual harassment and stalking case lodged by prominent female wrestlers.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/3/indian-court-acquits-ex-wrestling-chief-in-sexual-harassment-case

[2026-08-04 01:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Hugging Face CEO says China is winning the AI race and dominating on open models

Snippet: Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue said China is winning the artificial intelligence race with open-source models and could catch up to U.S. model makers as soon as this year.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/03/hugging-face-china-ai-race-open-models.html

[2026-08-04 01:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Suzuki to export electric minicars to Europe as soon as 2027

Snippet: Suzuki will bring its e-Sky mini EV, scheduled to launch in Japan during November, to Europe as early as next year. (Photo by Akitoshi Sugiura)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/suzuki-to-export-electric-minicars-to-europe-as-soon-as-2027

[2026-08-04 01:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: President Marcos welcomes Japanese lawmaker, cites expanding PH-Japan ties

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday said Japan has always been an "important partner" in the Philippine economic development ever since Manila established relations with Tokyo 70 years ago.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/03/news/president-marcos-welcomes-japanese-lawmaker-cites-expanding-ph-japan-ties/2397309

[2026-08-04 01:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 'Luis' weakens into LPA — Pagasa

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Depression Luis had weakened into a Low Pressure Area (LPA) as of 8 p.m. Monday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/03/news/national/luis-weakens-into-lpa-pagasa/2397307

[2026-08-04 01:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: China's AI Knife Fight: DeepSeek's New Model Runs 100x Cheaper Than Anthropic's Flagship

Snippet: The price of artificial intelligence just printed a new low. DeepSeek's V4-Flash, officially released Friday, costs roughly three cents to run through a standard battery of benchmark tests, according to San Francisco research firm Artificial Analysis. Moonshot AI's Kimi K3 costs 86 cents; OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol, $1.86; and Anthropic's Claude Fable 5, the industry's top-scoring model, $3.15.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/ai/chinas-ai-knife-fight-deepseeks-new-model-runs-100x-cheaper-anthropics-flagship

[2026-08-04 01:16 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Beyond the singularity: China owning the physical AI revolution

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/08/beyond-the-singularity-china-owning-the-physical-ai-revolution/

[2026-08-04 01:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: China steps up 'propaganda blitz' in Turkey amid investment fallout

Snippet: The Chinese government has substantially stepped up its public relations activities in Turkey following the damage to its image caused by the collapse of manufacturer BYD’s planned investment in the country.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/china-steps-propaganda-blitz-turkey-amid-fallout-byd-debacle

[2026-08-04 01:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Nauru, el 3er país más pequeño del mundo, cambia su nombre a Naoero

Snippet: El presidente de Nauru, David Adeang, habla en la ceremonia de apertura del Foro de Boao de Asia, en Boao, en la provincia de Hainan, en el sur de China, el jueves 28 de marzo de 2024. (Foto AP/Tian Macleod Ji, Archivo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/naoero-nauru-8ea9cfa1d26516a57b1d6c63f4d2f286

[2026-08-04 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: A military base, a displaced people and Trump’s China fears: Burnham’s Chagos test

Snippet: Britain’s new prime minister’s first challenge may lie in the Indian Ocean where the future of a US-British facility remains unresolved

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3362521/military-base-displaced-people-and-trumps-china-fears-burnhams-chagos-test?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-04 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: A military base, a displaced people and Trump’s China fears: Burnham’s Chagos test

Snippet: Britain’s new prime minister’s first challenge may lie in the Indian Ocean where the future of a US-British facility remains unresolved

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3362521/military-base-displaced-people-and-trumps-china-fears-burnhams-chagos-test

[2026-08-04 00:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan's Orix to buy UK aircraft parts company AerFin as travel demand grows

Snippet: The acquisition of AerFin will support Orix's aircraft-leasing business. (Source photos by Nikkei and AerFin)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-deals/japan-s-orix-to-buy-uk-aircraft-parts-company-aerfin-as-travel-demand-grows

[2026-08-04 00:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s political and scientific elite head to Beidaihe for summer retreat season

Snippet: Cai Qi meets frontier researchers, urging them to play their part in Communist Party governance

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3362838/chinas-political-and-scientific-elite-head-beidaihe-summer-retreat-season?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-04 00:32 UTC+10:00] [Tsinghua University] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s political and scientific elite head to Beidaihe for summer retreat season

Snippet: Cai Qi meets frontier researchers, urging them to play their part in Communist Party governance

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3362838/chinas-political-and-scientific-elite-head-beidaihe-summer-retreat-season

[2026-08-04 00:08 UTC+10:00] [South Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: How India’s ‘Cockroach’ movement grew its wings

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/08/how-indias-cockroach-movement-grew-its-wings/

[2026-08-04 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The AI talent war: tech giants court researchers years ahead of graduation

Snippet: China’s tech giants are luring fresh AI graduates by offering salaries that are 16 times the national average

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3362801/ai-talent-war-tech-giants-court-researchers-years-ahead-graduation?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-04 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why tech firms are locking down tomorrow’s AI researchers today

Snippet: China’s tech giants are luring fresh AI graduates by offering salaries that are 16 times the national average

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3362801/ai-talent-war-tech-giants-court-researchers-years-ahead-graduation

[2026-08-04 00:00 UTC+10:00] [Culture] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: From living roofs to rainwater harvesting: the future of sustainable homes

Snippet: View image in fullscreenDesigners around the world are radically reimagining homes for the climate era. ‘Twenty or 30 years ago, sustainability was often treated as a specialist concern,’ said Philip Jodidio, author of Homes for Our Time: Sustainable Living, published earlier this year. ‘Today it shapes almost every discussion about housing, from materials and energy use to land consumption and resilience.’ Ken Nishiguchi’s Earth House, in Okazaki, Japan, is built from reclaimed stone from an abandoned local quarryPhotograph: ToLoLo studio/TaschenShareView

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/gallery/2026/aug/03/future-sustainable-homes

[2026-08-04 00:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Impeachment trial: Where did Sara Duterte’s P612-M confidential funds go? | 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/august-3-2026/

[2026-08-04 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Manuel Bonoan

Snippet: Manuel Bonoan is the current secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), a position to which he was appointed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in June 2022.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/p10172122-manuel-bonoan/

[2026-08-03 23:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (2nd LD) Record heat wave continues to grapple S. Korea

Snippet: (ATTN: UPDATES with more details in paras 11-13; ADDS photo)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260803008152315

[2026-08-03 23:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Will Philippines’ push for seabed rights derail South China Sea code talks?

Snippet: Analysts say Manila’s move could make it harder for Asean to agree on a common position regarding the code of conduct

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3362834/will-philippines-push-seabed-rights-derail-south-china-sea-code-talks?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-03 23:55 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Will Philippines’ push for seabed rights derail South China Sea code talks?

Snippet: Analysts say Manila’s move could make it harder for Asean to agree on a common position regarding the code of conduct

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3362834/will-philippines-push-seabed-rights-derail-south-china-sea-code-talks

[2026-08-03 23:46 UTC+10:00] [US-China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: The China positivity, US negativity illusion

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/08/the-china-positivity-us-negativity-illusion/

[2026-08-03 23:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Nissan posts quarterly profit but warns of Middle East, China risks

Snippet: TOKYO — Nissan Motor Corp. reported Monday that it returned to profit in the first quarter of the fiscal year, helped by cost cutting measures and improved sales in some markets.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/03/business/nissan-posts-quarterly-profit-but-warns-of-middle-east-china-risks/2397174

[2026-08-03 23:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Unknown number of people missing after Indonesian ferry fire kills 5

Snippet: Initial reports said it was carrying 271 people but by Monday officials said many more people were aboard than listed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3362832/unknown-number-people-missing-after-indonesian-ferry-fire-kills-5?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-03 23:38 UTC+10:00] [Atosim Lampung Pelayaran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Unknown number of people missing after Indonesian ferry fire kills 5

Snippet: Initial reports said it was carrying 271 people but by Monday officials said many more people were aboard than listed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3362832/unknown-number-people-missing-after-indonesian-ferry-fire-kills-5