[2026-09-25 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Mooncakes for the dog? How China is reinventing its iconic festive snack

Snippet: China’s consumers appear to be going off the dense Mid-Autumn Festival treat, but tiny mooncakes for pets are a different story

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3368747/mooncakes-dog-how-china-reinventing-its-iconic-festive-snack?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Hurricane Polo lashes Mexico as Nolo strengthens near Hawaii

Snippet: Two powerful storms have gained steam and are battering opposite sides of the Pacific this week, with Hurricane Polo lashing Mexico’s southwestern coast and Nolo strengthening into a hurricane as it bears down on Hawaii.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/25/hurricane-polo-lashes-mexico-as-nolo-strengthens-near-hawaii

[2026-09-25 15:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Live Q&A: SCMP answers your questions about Washington Xi-Trump summit

Snippet: China Editor Wendy Wu tackles reader queries in this live question-and-answer session, after the two leaders’ closely watched summit

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368493/live-qa-scmp-answers-your-questions-about-washington-xi-trump-summit?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 15:55 UTC+10:00] [SCMP] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Live Q&A: SCMP answers your questions about Washington Xi-Trump summit

Snippet: China Editor Wendy Wu tackles reader queries in this live question-and-answer session, after the two leaders’ closely watched summit

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368493/live-qa-scmp-answers-your-questions-about-washington-xi-trump-summit

[2026-09-25 15:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) (Asiad) S. Korea earns silver, bronze in team shooting events

Snippet: (ATTN: ADDS comments at bottom, latest result in para 7)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260925002751315

[2026-09-25 15:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From wine to ping-pong, Trump and Xi’s state dinner is heavy on historic symbolism

Snippet: Trump invokes 1868 Burlingame Treaty to highlight deep roots of relationship; Xi speaks of WWII ‘friendship forged in blood and fire’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368762/wine-ping-pong-trump-and-xis-state-dinner-heavy-historic-symbolism?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 15:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong astronaut Lai Ka-ying sends Mid-Autumn Festival wishes to residents from space

Snippet: In Mandarin speech recorded in China’s Tiangong space station, city’s first astronaut thanks well-wishers and expresses longing and affection for home

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3368768/hong-kong-astronaut-lai-ka-ying-sends-mid-autumn-festival-wishes-residents-space?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 15:48 UTC+10:00] [Donald Trump] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From wine to ping-pong, Trump and Xi’s state dinner is heavy on historic symbolism

Snippet: Trump invokes 1868 Burlingame Treaty to highlight deep roots of relationship; Xi speaks of WWII ‘friendship forged in blood and fire’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368762/wine-ping-pong-trump-and-xis-state-dinner-heavy-historic-symbolism

[2026-09-25 15:48 UTC+10:00] [Zhu Yangzhu] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong astronaut Lai Ka-ying sends Mid-Autumn Festival wishes to residents from space

Snippet: In Mandarin speech recorded in China’s Tiangong space station, city’s first astronaut thanks well-wishers and expresses longing and affection for home

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3368768/hong-kong-astronaut-lai-ka-ying-sends-mid-autumn-festival-wishes-residents-space

[2026-09-25 15:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: China's auto industry reaches consolidation tipping point

Snippet: Morning rush hour in Beijing: The prospect of a shake-up has long loomed over the country's overcrowded automotive sector. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/china-s-auto-industry-reaches-consolidation-tipping-point

[2026-09-25 15:46 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: AFP suspends Ayungin resupply mission after Chinese vessels interfere

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) suspended a rotation and resupply (RoRe) mission to Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal after Chinese coast guard and naval vessels interfered with the Philippine convoy, citing the risk of escalation.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/490791/afp-suspends-ayungin-resupply-mission-after-chinese-vessels-interfere/

[2026-09-25 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Asian Games, day 6: Hong Kong’s fencers, squash players out turn bronze into silver or gold

Snippet: Men’s foil team, mixed doubles squash pairs, esports Fighting Games team all guaranteed bronze after making semi-finals in Japan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3368767/asian-games-day-6-hong-kongs-fencers-squash-players-out-turn-bronze-silver-or-gold?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 15:45 UTC+10:00] [Kazakhstan] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Asian Games, day 6: Hong Kong’s fencers, squash players out turn bronze into silver or gold

Snippet: Men’s foil team, mixed doubles squash pairs, esports Fighting Games team all guaranteed bronze after making semi-finals in Japan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3368767/asian-games-day-6-hong-kongs-fencers-squash-players-out-turn-bronze-silver-or-gold

[2026-09-25 15:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Iran says it's up to U.S. to end war as China presses for de-escalation

Snippet: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said it is up to the U.S. to decide whether to end their seven-month war, amid continued missile strikes in the Middle East and a fresh push by China to help broker a peace resolution.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/25/us-iran-trump-hormuz-.html

[2026-09-25 15:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Philippine Airlines eyes launch of Delhi and Mumbai flights in December 2026

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Airlines said that it was aiming for nonstop services from Manila to Delhi and Mumbai in December 2026, but will be subject to approval from the Indian government.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/business/corporate-news/philippine-airlines-eyes-launch-of-delhi-and-mumbai-flights-in-december-2026/2432852

[2026-09-25 15:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Tata v Tata: What’s behind India’s big boardroom brawl?

Snippet: New Delhi, India – An unprecedented power struggle has erupted at the top of one of India’s largest conglomerates, pitting the board of its holding company Tata Sons against its majority shareholder Tata Trusts.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/25/tata-v-tata-whats-behind-indias-big-boardroom-brawl

[2026-09-25 15:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Trump hails US-China relations as Xi says leaders must act responsibly

Snippet: Sea bass, baby bok choy and a bald eagle were featured at a lavish White House banquet hosted by United States President Donald Trump for China's President Xi Jinping as part of their three-day summit.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-25/xi-trump-summit-white-house-dinner-friendship/107191576

[2026-09-25 15:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Suzuki aims to halve vehicle development time to stay on China's tail

Snippet: Suzuki Motor says it is aiming for big efficiency savings in production and development by 2030. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/suzuki-aims-to-halve-vehicle-development-time-to-stay-on-china-s-tail

[2026-09-25 15:12 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Chuseok traditions come alive in Seoul

Snippet: She’s covered startups, finance, films, and pretty much everything else that pops up in Korea. She tells stories in both written and video form, keeps The Korea Herald’s social channels active, and chases the next story before it becomes yesterday’s trend. If it’s happening in Korea, she’s probably looking into it.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10884572

[2026-09-25 15:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 'Filipiñana' star Jorrybell Agoto seeks support in cancer battle

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Actress Jorrybell Agoto, one of the stars of the Philippines’ Oscar entry “Filipiñana,” is seeking financial and public support as she undergoes critical care while battling cancer.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/filipiana-star-jorrybell-agoto-seeks-support-in-cancer-battle/2432834

[2026-09-25 15:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Ex-Malaysian minister charged with sedition over Negeri Sembilan royal crisis

Snippet: Rais Yatim is accused of making remarks backing Tunku Nadzaruddin and urging others to be loyal to the rival claimant to the state throne

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3368760/ex-malaysian-minister-charged-sedition-over-negeri-sembilan-royal-crisis?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 15:03 UTC+10:00] [Melaka] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Ex-Malaysian minister charged with sedition over Negeri Sembilan royal crisis

Snippet: Rais Yatim is accused of making remarks backing Tunku Nadzaruddin and urging others to be loyal to the rival claimant to the state throne

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3368760/ex-malaysian-minister-charged-sedition-over-negeri-sembilan-royal-crisis

[2026-09-25 14:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (Asiad) Nat'l swimming coach encouraged by growth of young medalists

Snippet: TOKYO, Sept. 25 (Yonhap) -- The head coach of the national swimming team said Friday he has been buoyed by the progress made by his young athletes at the Asian Games in Japan, saying they can be competitive beyond Asia.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260925002800315

[2026-09-25 14:49 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: South Korea earns silver, bronze in team shooting events

Snippet: South Korea won a silver medal and a bronze medal in team shooting events at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Friday, raising its total in the sport to eight.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10884563

[2026-09-25 14:44 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Actor Park Ji-hyun nominated for International Emmy

Snippet: She’s covered startups, finance, films, and pretty much everything else that pops up in Korea. She tells stories in both written and video form, keeps The Korea Herald’s social channels active, and chases the next story before it becomes yesterday’s trend. If it’s happening in Korea, she’s probably looking into it.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10884558

[2026-09-25 14:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Pitch perfect cultural diplomacy wins heart of China’s first lady Peng Liyuan

Snippet: Young singers’ rendition of beloved folk song ‘Jasmine Flower’ evokes warm reaction from the renowned soprano during Smithsonian visit

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368757/pitch-perfect-cultural-diplomacy-wins-heart-chinas-first-lady-peng-liyuan?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 14:43 UTC+10:00] [Melania Trump] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Pitch perfect cultural diplomacy wins heart of China’s first lady Peng Liyuan

Snippet: Young singers’ rendition of beloved folk song ‘Jasmine Flower’ evokes warm reaction from the renowned soprano during Smithsonian visit

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368757/pitch-perfect-cultural-diplomacy-wins-heart-chinas-first-lady-peng-liyuan

[2026-09-25 14:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH tops WorldRiskReport 2026

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines topped the list of countries at risk for disasters worldwide, according to this year’s edition of the World Risk Report.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/news/ph-tops-worldriskreport-2026/2432829

[2026-09-25 14:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (Asiad) S. Korea earns silver, bronze in team shooting events

Snippet: NAGOYA, Japan, Sept. 25 (Yonhap) -- South Korea won a silver medal and a bronze medal in team shooting events at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Friday, raising its total in the sport to eight.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260925002700315

[2026-09-25 14:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ‘All eyes on PH’ following landmark EU free trade deal, says Belgian envoy

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Belgium's Ambassador to the Philippines Vladislava lordanova said her country was looking at possible business ventures in the Philippines after Manila and the European Union reached a free trade agreement.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/news/all-eyes-on-ph-following-landmark-eu-free-trade-deal-says-belgian-envoy/2432837

[2026-09-25 14:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Houthi threat tests Pakistan's Mecca defense pact commitment

Snippet: Foreign ministers and military chiefs of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey pose before the first committee meeting under the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, in Istanbul on Aug. 31. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/defense/houthi-threat-tests-pakistan-s-mecca-defense-pact-commitment

[2026-09-25 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s cut-price morgues cash in on legal loopholes as lonely deaths rise

Snippet: One Tokyo-based company is offering to do everything from body collection up to ash internment for just US$1,040

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3368738/japans-cut-price-morgues-cash-legal-loopholes-lonely-deaths-rise?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s cut-price morgues cash in on legal loopholes as lonely deaths rise

Snippet: One Tokyo-based company is offering to do everything from body collection up to ash internment for just US$1,040

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3368738/japans-cut-price-morgues-cash-legal-loopholes-lonely-deaths-rise

[2026-09-25 13:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Global bond sell-off intensifies, hitting housing markets

Snippet: Average asking prices for existing condominiums in central Tokyo have also fallen for four consecutive months through August amid rising interest rates. (Photo by Tomoki Mera)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/global-bond-sell-off-intensifies-hitting-housing-markets

[2026-09-25 13:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Skateboarder Alegado settles for 5th in Asian Games

Snippet: Filipino skateboarder Mazel Paris Alegado placed fifth overall in the women’s skateboarding park events at the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan on Friday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/sports/skateboarder-alegado-settles-for-5th-in-asian-games/2432817

[2026-09-25 13:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos signs bill postponing Barangay, Sanggunian Kabataan elections

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the bill proposing the postponement of the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE), three days before the scheduled filing of the Certificates of Candidacy (COC).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/news/marcos-signs-bill-postponing-barangay-sanggunian-kabataan-elections/2432823

[2026-09-25 13:30 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Make the Northern Metropolis Hong Kong’s zero-carbon test bed

Snippet: Readers discuss a zero-carbon mandate for the Northern Metropolis, and the complex reasons Chinese students move and stay overseas

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3368591/make-northern-metropolis-hong-kongs-zero-carbon-test-bed

[2026-09-25 13:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) (Asiad) S. Korea wins gold in men's kayak double 500m racing at Asian Games

Snippet: (ATTN: ADDS more details from para 6, new photo)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260925002551320

[2026-09-25 13:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Kim Chiu speaks up after sister’s arraignment; Paulo Avelino weighs in

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Actress Kim Chiu broke her silence on the legal case involving her sister, Lakambini “Lakam” Chiu, saying she is deeply hurt by the situation but has chosen to let the legal process take its course.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/kim-chiu-speaks-up-after-sisters-arraignment-paulo-avelino-weighs-in/2432816

[2026-09-25 13:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Romualdez camp to file bail petition, eyes videoconference appearance for lawmaker

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The camp of former speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez will petition for bail on Monday and is considering having him attend the trial remotely because of the risks associated with transporting him from detention.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/news/national/romualdez-camp-to-file-bail-petition-eyes-videoconference-appearance-for-lawmaker/2432825

[2026-09-25 13:18 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Marcos pardons Mary Jane Veloso

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mary-jane-veloso-pardon-granted-september-2026/

[2026-09-25 13:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos grants absolute pardon to Mary Jane Veloso after 15 years in jail

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. confirmed on Friday that he has signed Mary Jane Veloso’s absolute pardon after 15 years in jail for drug trafficking.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/news/marcos-grants-absolute-pardon-to-mary-jane-veloso-after-15-years-in-jail/2432824

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Xi shares a rare laugh on White House tour at Trump’s Biden autopen joke

Snippet: The Chinese leader responds audibly to his host’s remarks at the image in place of the former president’s portrait in ‘walk of fame’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368744/chinas-xi-shares-rare-laugh-white-house-tour-trumps-biden-autopen-joke?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-25 13:13 UTC+10:00] [Chinese President Xi Jinping] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Xi shares a rare laugh on White House tour at Trump’s Biden autopen joke

Snippet: The Chinese leader responds audibly to his host’s remarks at the image in place of the former president’s portrait in ‘walk of fame’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368744/chinas-xi-shares-rare-laugh-white-house-tour-trumps-biden-autopen-joke

[2026-09-25 13:10 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: COA sounds alarm as pests feast on stash of disaster supplies in warehouses

Snippet: Volunteers and personnel from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) repack relief goods at the DSWD-National Resource Operations Center in Pasay City on August 18, 2026, as the agency continues its disaster response operations following recent calamities across the Philippines. The relief packs are set to be distributed to families affected by flooding and other weather-related incidents linked to the southwest monsoon and recent tropical weather disturbances.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/coa-alarm-pests-feast-disaster-supplies-dswd-local-government-warehouses/

[2026-09-25 13:08 UTC+10:00] [Donald Trump] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Diplomacy or ‘diplotainment’? Key takeaways from the Trump-Xi summit in Washington

Snippet: Xi Jinping’s visit heavy on symbolism but no sign closed-door meeting yielded breakthroughs on thorny issues such as AI, trade, Taiwan and Iran

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/sep/25/key-takeaways-trump-xi-summit-whitehouse-china-ai-trade

[2026-09-25 13:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Adamson, Lyceum clash in Shakey's Super League Unity Cup opener

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A busy triple-header playdate opens the exciting collegiate volleyball action of the 2026 Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Unity Cup on Friday at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/25/sports/adamson-lyceum-clash-in-shakeys-super-league-unity-cup-opener/2432814

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Shanghai Gold Exchange pushes more Chinese banks to end retail leverage trading

Snippet: Lenders in China are redirecting retail clients to fixed-price accumulation plans and physical purchases of precious metals, moving away from margin-based speculation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3368681/shanghai-gold-exchange-pushes-more-chinese-banks-end-retail-leverage-trading?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Shanghai Gold Exchange pushes more Chinese banks to end retail leverage trading

Snippet: Lenders in China are redirecting retail clients to fixed-price accumulation plans and physical purchases of precious metals, moving away from margin-based speculation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3368681/shanghai-gold-exchange-pushes-more-chinese-banks-end-retail-leverage-trading

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

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: How stablecoins could reshape Middle East-Asia financial corridor | The National

Snippet: The Middle East and Asia are becoming increasingly natural financial partners in the crypto sector, with the corridor between them emerging as a testing ground for a new role for stablecoins

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/banking/2026/09/25/how-stablecoins-could-reshape-middle-east-asia-financial-corridor/