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    [2026-05-05 05:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: India plans national fleet expansion amid Strait of Hormuz tensions - DailyNews
    Snippet: As the Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint in the West Asian war, India is working on a plan to urgently ramp up its shipping capabilities, with a renewed focus on building a robust, future-ready maritime ecosystem.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/05/world/989300/india-plans-national-fleet-expansion-amid-strait-of-hormuz-tensions/
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    [2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Pan Asia Bank partners Sri Lanka Business and Biodiversity Platform to launch ‘Life to Our Beaches’ initiative - DailyNews
    Snippet: Pan Asia Bank partners with the Sri Lanka Business and Biodiversity Platform to launch the ‘Life to Our Beaches – Beach Caretaker Initiative’, reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable community development.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/05/business/989176/pan-asia-bank-partners-sri-lanka-business-and-biodiversity-platform-to-launch-life-to-our-beaches-initiative/
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    [2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Union Assurance and Ministry of Health partner for ‘Autism Awareness Day’ - DailyNews
    Snippet: Union Assurance joined hands with the Ministry of Health, working alongside NAMASTE Sri Lanka (Neurodevelopment and Autism in South Asia: Treatment and Evidence), to bring Autism Awareness Day 2026 to life at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute, Colombo, marking a landmark national dialogue on inclusion and neurodiversity.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/05/business/989182/union-assurance-and-ministry-of-health-partner-for-autism-awareness-day/
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    [2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Google starts work on largest AI hub outside US - DailyNews
    Snippet: Google has begun construction of its largest artificial intelligence (AI) hub outside the United States, marking a major expansion of global AI infrastructure and a significant investment in India’s digital economy.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/05/world/989312/google-starts-work-on-largest-ai-hub-outside-us/
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    [2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: LANKATILES and CFW redefine fusion of space and fashion - DailyNews
    Snippet: South Asia’s premier fashion platform, Colombo Fashion Week (CFW), marked its 23rd year with a spectacular showcase at Cinnamon Life, bringing together innovation, creativity and cross-cultural collaboration.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/05/business/989143/lankatiles-and-cfw-redefine-fusion-of-space-and-fashion/
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    [2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Luai's shock NRL move means Australian and NZ rugby must be 'on their toes'
    Snippet: Jarome Luai's signing with the PNG Chiefs has caused a stir. (Supplied: PNG Chiefs)
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-05/super-rugby-pacific-nrl-jarome-luai-png-chiefs-australia/106639154
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    [2026-05-05 05:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: AP News
    Title: California says State Farm violated law after 2025 LA wildfires
    Snippet: A tattered U.S. flag flaps in the wind over the remains of a mobile home park that was destroyed in the Palisades Fire along the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 5, 2025, in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, file)
    Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/california-palisades-eaton-wildfires-state-farm-insurance-2b0cb453d53c79742dd9d739866c76da
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    [2026-05-05 05:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South Korea
    Title: Trump-Kim meeting 'not currently' scheduled for upcoming Asia trip: White House official
    Snippet: WASHINGTON, May 4 (Yonhap) -- A meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is not currently scheduled during Trump's upcoming trip to Asia this month, a White House official said Monday, amid speculation that he could seek to revive diplomacy with Pyongyang when opportunities arise.
    Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260505000400315
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    [2026-05-05 05:00 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Michael West Media
    Title: Follow-up talks to put ‘flesh on bone’ of Japan deals
    Snippet: May 5, 2026 05:00 | News
    Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/follow-up-talks-to-put-flesh-on-bone-of-japan-deals/
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    [2026-05-05 05:00 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: Germany and Japan once threatened democracy. Now they’re saving it
    Snippet: You have reached your maximum number of saved items.
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/germany-and-japan-once-threatened-democracy-now-they-re-saving-it-20260504-p5ztjk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-05 04:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Nikkei Asia
    Title: JAL and ANA's frequent flyer miles undercut by higher fuel surcharges
    Snippet: Both JAL and ANA adopted frequent flyer miles in the 1990s. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)
    Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/transportation/jal-and-ana-s-frequent-flyer-miles-undercut-by-higher-fuel-surcharges
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    [2026-05-05 04:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: AP News
    Title: Mumbai openers Sharma and Rickelton hand Lucknow sixth consecutive defeat in IPL
    Snippet: Mumbai Indians’ Rohit Sharma plays a shot during the Indian Premier League cricket match between Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants in Mumbai, India, Monday, May 4, 2026.(AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool)
    Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/mumbai-lucknow-ipl-13e2af7e176c11dd59f78379f8ddabb4
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    [2026-05-05 03:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Nikkei Asia
    Title: Japan joins counter-landing drill in US-Philippine exercises
    Snippet: A member of Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force participates in the U.S.-Philippines Balikatan exercises on May 4. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
    Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/defense/japan-joins-counter-landing-drill-in-us-philippine-exercises
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    [2026-05-05 03:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: TRP 52 Ovation takes center stage — UP MSS
    Snippet: TAO Rin Pala (TRP) returns in its 52nd year with the theme “Ovation” to bring together the University of the Philippines College of Medicine (UPCM) and Philippine General Hospital (PGH) community.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/05/tmt-newswire/trp-52-ovation-takes-center-stage-up-mss/2335315
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    [2026-05-05 03:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: US’ Bessent urges China to help open Strait of Hormuz
    Snippet: Treasury chief says Beijing’s energy buys fund ‘top sponsor of terrorism’, urges action as US asserts ‘absolute control’ over waterway
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3352414/us-bessent-urges-china-help-open-strait-hormuz?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-05 03:42 UTC+10:00] [Scott Bessent] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: US’ Bessent urges China to help open Strait of Hormuz
    Snippet: Treasury chief says Beijing’s energy buys fund ‘top sponsor of terrorism’, urges action as US asserts ‘absolute control’ over waterway
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3352414/us-bessent-urges-china-help-open-strait-hormuz
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    [2026-05-05 03:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: MR.DIY returns to Negros for ‘Padayon sa Paglaum’ initiative
    Snippet: LEADING home improvement retailer MR.DIY Philippines returned to Negros Province for the second phase of its “Padayon sa Paglaum” (Carry on with Hope) initiative — aimed at helping communities on the road to recovery.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/05/tmt-newswire/mrdiy-returns-to-negros-for-padayon-sa-paglaum-initiative/2335307
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    [2026-05-05 03:34 UTC+10:00] [India] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Guardian Australia
    Title: Narendra Modi’s BJP wins election in West Bengal for the first time
    Snippet: Result in key Indian state is set to have significant implications for the country’s political landscape
    Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/04/modis-bjp-party-win-election-west-bengal-first-time
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    [2026-05-05 03:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Fatal 2022 China Eastern Airlines plane crash points to deliberate fuel cut-off
    Snippet: Findings by the US transport safety board support a theory that the aircraft was intentionally brought down, killing all 132 people on board
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3352413/fatal-2022-china-eastern-airlines-plane-crash-points-deliberate-fuel-cut?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-05 03:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Fatal 2022 China Eastern Airlines plane crash points to deliberate fuel cut-off
    Snippet: Findings by the US transport safety board support a theory that the aircraft was intentionally brought down, killing all 132 people on board
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3352413/fatal-2022-china-eastern-airlines-plane-crash-points-deliberate-fuel-cut
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    [2026-05-05 03:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Nikkei Asia
    Title: Japan, Indonesia sign defense agreement for equipment transfers
    Snippet: Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, left, and Indonesian counterpart Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin signed an agreement that includes more defense equipment transfers from Japan as part of increased cooperation. (Photo by Tomoyoshi Oshikiri)
    Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/international-relations/japan-indonesia-sign-defense-agreement-for-equipment-transfers
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    [2026-05-05 03:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: AP News
    Title: Prosecutors say LA arson suspect was angry at world
    Snippet: A tattered U.S. flag flaps in the wind over the remains of a mobile home park that was destroyed in the Palisades Fire along the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 5, 2025, in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, file)
    Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/jonathan-rinderknecht-palisades-fire-california-arson-trial-aa8dd4f1444fdb86297c019fff244464
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    [2026-05-05 03:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: ArenaPlus becomes NBA’s first official betting partner in the Philippines
    Snippet: ARENAPLUS, a leading Pagcor-licensed online sportsbook, announced a multiyear collaboration that makes ArenaPlus the NBA’s first official betting partner in the Philippines. This marks a significant milestone for ArenaPlus and strengthens its position as a leader in the country’s evolving sports entertainment landscape.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/05/tmt-newswire/arenaplus-becomes-nbas-first-official-betting-partner-in-the-philippines/2335296
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    [2026-05-05 03:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Nikkei Asia
    Title: China outpaces Japan in next-gen perovskite solar cell patent filings
    Snippet: Perovskite solar panels on top of this bus terminal in Osaka. (Sekisui Chemical)
    Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/energy/china-outpaces-japan-in-next-gen-perovskite-solar-cell-patent-filings
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    [2026-05-05 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Nikkei Asia
    Title: Japan's JSR to build photoresist plant in Taiwan to supply TSMC
    Snippet: JSR is the No. 2 global supplier of photoresist, with a 19% market share by sales last year. (Photo by Yumi Kotani)
    Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/tech/semiconductors/japan-s-jsr-to-build-photoresist-plant-in-taiwan-to-supply-tsmc
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    [2026-05-05 02:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Al Jazeera
    Title: Nepal lodges protest against India over long-running border dispute
    Snippet: A long-running border dispute between Nepal and India has flared up after New Delhi announced the resumption of a religious pilgrimage through a contested Himalayan pass.
    Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/4/nepal-lodges-protest-against-india-over-long-running-border-dispute
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    [2026-05-05 02:16 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, 5 Mayloading
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-05-05
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    [2026-05-05 02:16 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, 5 Mayloading
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-05-05
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    [2026-05-05 02:16 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, 5 Mayloading
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-05-05
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    [2026-05-05 02:16 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, 5 Mayloading
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-05-05
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    [2026-05-05 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Japan PM says oil crisis has 'enormous impact' in Asia-Pacific
    Snippet: CANBERRA - A global oil supply squeeze is inflicting an “enormous impact” on the Asia-Pacific region, Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Monday.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/05/world/asia-oceania/japan-pm-says-oil-crisis-has-enormous-impact-in-asia-pacific/2335145
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    [2026-05-05 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Globe advances green network, climate action at Asean BAC events
    Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/05/tmt-newswire/globe-advances-green-network-climate-action-at-asean-bac-events/2334696
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    [2026-05-05 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Indonesia, Japan discuss defense ties after Tokyo unlocks arms exports
    Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/05/world/asia-oceania/indonesia-japan-discuss-defense-ties-after-tokyo-unlocks-arms-exports/2335141
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    [2026-05-05 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: India's Modi eyes win in opposition-held West Bengal
    Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/05/world/asia-oceania/indias-modi-eyes-win-in-opposition-held-west-bengal/2335144
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    [2026-05-05 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Officials call for unity, discipline as Cebu host Asean Summit
    Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/05/regions/officials-call-for-unity-discipline-as-cebu-host-asean-summit/2335083
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    [2026-05-05 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: ADB to finance Asia energy, digital links
    Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/05/business/top-business/adb-to-finance-asia-energy-digital-links/2334885
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    [2026-05-05 01:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: Al Jazeera
    Title: US official says China is ‘funding’ Iran, urges Beijing to help open Hormuz
    Snippet: United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has accused China of “funding the largest state sponsor of terrorism”, referring to Iran, saying that Beijing should help Washington in efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
    Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/4/us-official-says-china-is-funding-iran-urges-beijing-to-help-open-hormuz
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    [2026-05-05 01:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South Korea
    Title: USTR to hold public hearings this week on foreign practices tied to excess capacity
    Snippet: WASHINGTON, May 4 (Yonhap) -- The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) said Monday that it will hold public hearings this week concerning its trade investigations into South Korea, China, Japan and 13 other countries related to "structural" excess capacity and production in manufacturing sectors.
    Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260505000200315
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    [2026-05-05 01:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: Why Meghan Markle’s estranged dad Thomas is ditching Philippines, moving back to the US
    Snippet: Meghan Markle’s estranged father is moving back to the United States.
    Read full article: https://pagesix.com/2026/05/04/royal-family/why-meghan-markles-estranged-dad-thomas-is-ditching-philippines-moving-back-to-the-us/
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    [2026-05-05 01:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Gadon hits SC over delayed ruling on dismissed ex-Ombudsman official
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Presidential Adviser on Poverty Alleviation Larry Gadon on Monday blasted the Supreme Court for its “much-delayed” ruling that voided the 2018 dismissal of former overall deputy ombudsman Arthur Carandang by then president Rodrigo Duterte.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/04/news/gadon-hits-sc-over-delayed-ruling-on-dismissed-ex-ombudsman-official/2335222
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    [2026-05-05 01:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: India PM Modi’s party takes control of West Bengal in key state election
    Snippet: Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party has never governed the state of West Bengal, an opposition stronghold
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3352407/india-pm-modis-party-takes-control-west-bengal-key-state-election?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-05 01:22 UTC+10:00] [Indian National Congress] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: India PM Modi’s party takes control of West Bengal in key state election
    Snippet: Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party has never governed the state of West Bengal, an opposition stronghold
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3352407/india-pm-modis-party-takes-control-west-bengal-key-state-election
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    [2026-05-05 01:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: PH, US, Japan knock down invading air, sea, land targets in coastline defense simulation
    Snippet: LAOAG, Ilocos Norte — Over 800 combined Philippine, United States and Japanese forces on Monday (May 4) showed a massive display of integrated firepower in intercepting targets from air, land and sea during a coastal defense wargame as part of Exercise Balikatan 41-2026.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/04/news/ph-us-japan-knock-down-invading-air-sea-land-targets-in-coastline-defense-simulation/2335204
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    [2026-05-05 01:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Nikkei Asia
    Title: Modi declares historic win for India's ruling BJP in West Bengal
    Snippet: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets his supporters as he arrives at the Bharatiya Janata Party headquarters as BJP celebrates its win in the West Bengal and other states' assembly elections, in New Delhi, May 4. © Reuters
    Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/modi-declares-historic-win-for-india-s-ruling-bjp-in-west-bengal
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    [2026-05-05 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Australian politics] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Guardian Australia
    Title: Albanese won’t bring in a gas export tax next week – but he’ll struggle to hold off pressure forever
    Snippet: The PM is clearly not prepared to risk backlash from Asian energy trading partners during a fuel crisis – but his government will face domestic challenges if it doesn’t move eventually
    Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/04/albanese-gas-export-tax-asia-energy-trades-fuel-crisis
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    [2026-05-05 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Basic education voucher program bill approved on third and final reading
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Senate on Monday approved on third and final reading Senate Bill (SB) 1981 or the proposed Basic Education Voucher Program Act (BEVPA) seeking to decongest public schools.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/04/news/basic-education-voucher-program-bill-approved-on-third-and-final-reading/2335194
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    [2026-05-05 00:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Seoul says ‘explosion and fire’ on South Korean ship in Hormuz strait
    Snippet: The vessel is a cargo ship of almost 180 metres (590 feet) sailing under the flag of Panama
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3352405/seoul-says-explosion-and-fire-south-korean-ship-hormuz-strait?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-05 00:55 UTC+10:00] [Hormuz] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Seoul says ‘explosion and fire’ on South Korean ship in Hormuz strait
    Snippet: The vessel is a cargo ship of almost 180 metres (590 feet) sailing under the flag of Panama
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3352405/seoul-says-explosion-and-fire-south-korean-ship-hormuz-strait
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    [2026-05-05 00:36 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Rappler
    Title: Oil prices to increase by May 5 | 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/may-4-2026/
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    [2026-05-05 00:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Senate passes proposed People's Freedom of Information Act
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Voting 22-0-0, the Senate passed on third and final reading Senate Bill (SB) 1432 or the proposed People's Freedom of Information Act (PFIA) providing access to official government records.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/04/news/senate-passes-proposed-peoples-freedom-of-information-act/2335172
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