Topic: Asia Pacific — Neutral reports only
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[2026-05-02 21:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: RT News
Snippet: By Fyodor Lukyanov, the editor-in-chief of Russia in Global Affairs, chairman of the Presidium of the Council on Foreign and Defense Policy, and research director of the Valdai International Discussion Club.
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[2026-05-02 20:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Airline blames incident on mechanical malfunction after landing, says all passengers are safe
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[2026-05-02 20:52 UTC+10:00] [China Eastern Airlines] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Airline blames incident on mechanical malfunction after landing, says all passengers are safe
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[2026-05-02 20:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Participants take a nap during the 2026 Hangang Nap Competition at Yeouido Hangang Park in Seoul, South Korea, Saturday, May 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)
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[2026-05-02 20:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, May 2 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will carefully assess how the Trump administration's move to raise tariffs on the European Union (EU)'s autos and trucks could affect its own trade deal with the United States and respond accordingly, a Cheong Wa Dae official said Saturday.
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[2026-05-02 20:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: El presidente de China, Xi Jinping (derecha), y el de Mozambique, Daniel Chapo, durante un acto de bienvenida en el Gran Salón del Pueblo, en Beijing, el 21 de abril de 2026. (Haruna Furuhashi/Pool Foto vía AP)
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[2026-05-02 20:20 UTC+10:00] [Luzon] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.
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[2026-05-02 19:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: El presidente de Ghana, John Mahama, habla durante una reunión con su homólogo chino, Xi Jinping, en el Gran Salón del Pueblo en Beijing, el 14 de octubre de 2025. (Ichiro Banno/Pool Foto vía AP, archivo)
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[2026-05-02 19:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Comebacking Phoenix import Johnathan Williams III knows there’s a lot of work to be done as the Fuel Masters try to barge into the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup playoffs.
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[2026-05-02 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National University Lady Bulldogs barked to their fifth straight Finals appearance after dispatching the University of Santo Tomas Golden Tigresses, 20-25, 26-24, 26-24, 25-21, in the final phase of the stepladder semifinals at the Araneta Coliseum Saturday.
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[2026-05-02 19:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Snippet: Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says the country will boost ties with Vietnam, with a focus on energy and critical minerals.
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[2026-05-02 19:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The world No 122 overcomes home player Sun Fajing in straight sets to set up final against Adam Walton of Australia in Jiujiang
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[2026-05-02 19:03 UTC+10:00] [Challenger Tour] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The world No 122 overcomes home player Sun Fajing in straight sets to set up final against Adam Walton of Australia in Jiujiang
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[2026-05-02 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Iran’s attacks on Gulf states have forced Abu Dhabi to rethink its place within the Saudi Arabia-led diplomatic architecture, analysts say
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[2026-05-02 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Abu Dhabi] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Iran’s attacks on Gulf states have forced Abu Dhabi to rethink its place within the Saudi Arabia-led diplomatic architecture, analysts say
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[2026-05-02 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Local authorities are using big concerts to attract tourists and revenue, part of broader efforts to boost consumption under new five-year plan
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[2026-05-02 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Nanchong Daily] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Local authorities are using big concerts to attract tourists and revenue, part of broader efforts to boost consumption under new five-year plan
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[2026-05-02 18:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Greater subtitle literacy among streaming viewers is among factors chipping away at enthusiasm for dubbed films in China
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[2026-05-02 18:37 UTC+10:00] [CCTV] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Greater subtitle literacy among streaming viewers is among factors chipping away at enthusiasm for dubbed films in China
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[2026-05-02 18:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City Metropolitan Trial Court Branch 39 found a leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) guilty for resisting authorities and was given four months in jail sentence.
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[2026-05-02 18:30 UTC+10:00] [Foreign Correspondents' Club of Japan] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From energy, inflation and trade to slowing global growth and investment uncertainty, these mini-crises have the makings of a massive crisis
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[2026-05-02 18:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has voided the dismissal of former Overall Deputy Ombudsman Arthur Carandang, ruling that then president Rodrigo Duterte exceeded his authority in ordering the penalty.
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[2026-05-02 18:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: A woman holds a poster of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in U.S.-Israeli airstrikes in Tehran on Feb. 28. Artificial intelligence has made military strikes nearly instantaneous. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by WANA/Reuters)
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[2026-05-02 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Fluffy ‘champion’ pedigree kitten dies because of medical blunder; clinic involved dismisses its director, closes for 15 days as mark of respect
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[2026-05-02 18:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Fluffy ‘champion’ pedigree kitten dies because of medical blunder; clinic involved dismisses its director, closes for 15 days as mark of respect
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[2026-05-02 17:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Team Pilipinas-Enciende bags gold at IASF Dance Worlds Championships, silver in ICU World Championships in Orlando
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[2026-05-02 17:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Both appear willing to put past differences aside as they confront an assertive China, North Korea and an unpredictable US
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[2026-05-02 17:55 UTC+10:00] [Italy] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Both appear willing to put past differences aside as they confront an assertive China, North Korea and an unpredictable US
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[2026-05-02 17:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) have agreed to advance regional cooperation on sports development, Malacañang said.
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[2026-05-02 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Court case involving defender Dean James, who was part of Indonesia’s World Cup qualifying campaign, could lead to 133 matches being replayed
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[2026-05-02 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Eredivisie] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Court case involving defender Dean James, who was part of Indonesia’s World Cup qualifying campaign, could lead to 133 matches being replayed
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[2026-05-02 17:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: FTC designates Toss as new publicly disclosed business group; Kiwoom and DB also climb in rankings
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[2026-05-02 16:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Snippet: China’s ambassador to the United Nations, Fu Cong, has said there is a need to re-examine the UN Security Council’s decision to terminate the mandate of the longstanding peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, which is due to end later this year.
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[2026-05-02 16:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, May 2 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's key news service Yonhap News Agency and international charity Save the Children co-hosted a fundraising marathon on Saturday, seeking to help children of migrant workers and increase public awareness of children's rights.
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[2026-05-02 16:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — University of Santo Tomas’ breakthrough championship in the 2026 Shakey’s Girls Volleyball Invitational League (SGVIL) Rising Stars Cup Division 1 is a story of resilience, hard work and unquestionable heart.
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[2026-05-02 16:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Russian Ivan Anisimov of LCW UAE Cycle topped the Tour of Luzon Stage 4 from Palayan City, Nueva Ecija to Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya on Saturday.
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[2026-05-02 15:55 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-05-02 15:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipina tennis standout Alex Eala is keeping her focus firmly on improvement as she prepares for the next stretch of tournaments on the WTA Tour.
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[2026-05-02 15:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: El Paso 12, Albuquerque 2
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[2026-05-02 15:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) launched an artificial intelligence-driven university policy hub, aimed at simplifying access to institutional policies for students.
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[2026-05-02 15:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Middle East Eye
Snippet: The Wall Street Journal reported that the Iran war has provided countries including China, Russia and North Korea with insights into the capabilities and limitations of the United States military.
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[2026-05-02 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: KMT chairwoman will test her cross-strait message when she meets think tanks, overseas Taiwanese and potentially policymakers in America
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[2026-05-02 15:00 UTC+10:00] [My Formosa] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: KMT chairwoman will test her cross-strait message when she meets think tanks, overseas Taiwanese and potentially policymakers in America
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[2026-05-02 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The pact allows up to ‘five warships, 10 aircraft and 3,000 troops’ to be stationed in each other’s territory for five years
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[2026-05-02 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Russia] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The pact allows up to ‘five warships, 10 aircraft and 3,000 troops’ to be stationed in each other’s territory for five years
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[2026-05-02 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: 1967 -- Park Chung-hee, who led a military coup in 1961, is reelected as South Korea's sixth president.
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[2026-05-02 14:56 UTC+10:00] [United States] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-05-02 14:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The race for supremacy in the inaugural 5150 Triathlon Islands of the Philippines Series heats up Sunday, as a strong international field converges in Camiguin not only to battle for top honors but to claim a historic distinction – becoming the first-ever IRONMAN 5150 Camiguin champion.
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[2026-05-02 14:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Momentum and confidence run high as all six champions from the ICTSI Del Monte Junior PGT Championship head into the next stop of the Junior PGT Visayas-Mindanao series, with defending titleholders Ken Guillermo and Alexis Nailga aiming for back-to-back victories starting Tuesday at Pueblo de Oro Golf and Country Club in Cagayan de Oro.
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[2026-05-02 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Youngest female Grandmaster in history helped improve format of women’s game, is now a professor looking into cognitive benefits of chess
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