[2026-04-22 11:42 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Renault Korea bets on hybrid Philante in EV transition

Snippet: Renault Korea’s new flagship Philante sits at the center of its electrification strategy, as the carmaker accelerates its shift toward EV-era mobility.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10722871

[2026-04-22 11:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: U.S. Indo-Pacific hosts workshop to strengthen civil-military crisis response on Korean Peninsula

Snippet: SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- South Korean and U.S. service members attended a workshop this month to strengthen civilian-military coordination for crisis and disaster response on the Korean Peninsula, the United States Forces Korea (USFK) said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260422002600315

[2026-04-22 11:39 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: LIVE: ICC decides on jurisdiction in Duterte case

Snippet: ICC. The judges are in direct view of the witness, who is just below the glass-cased public gallery.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/livestream-icc-appeals-chamber-jurisdiction-decision-duterte/

[2026-04-22 11:39 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: LIVE: ICC decides on jurisdiction in Duterte case

Snippet: ICC. The judges are in direct view of the witness, who is just below the glass-cased public gallery.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/video-icc-decides-jurisdiction-rodrigo-duterte-case-april-22-2026/

[2026-04-22 11:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Pacific Islanders skip food, medicine amid global fuel shortage from Iran war

Snippet: Pacific nations are the most reliant on diesel for power generation worldwide. They imported about 2.2 million tonnes of fuel in 2025

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3350937/pacific-islanders-skip-food-medicine-amid-global-fuel-shortage-iran-war?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-22 11:37 UTC+10:00] [Tuvalu] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Pacific Islanders skip food, medicine amid global fuel shortage from Iran war

Snippet: Pacific nations are the most reliant on diesel for power generation worldwide. They imported about 2.2 million tonnes of fuel in 2025

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3350937/pacific-islanders-skip-food-medicine-amid-global-fuel-shortage-iran-war

[2026-04-22 11:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: Trump looks to mitigate tariff, geopolitical blowback

Snippet: Hello, this is Dylan Butts writing to you from Singapore. Welcome to another edition of CNBC's Daily Open.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/22/trump-tariffs-iran-ceasefire-us-futures-asia-markets.html

[2026-04-22 11:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: CATL to drive electrification with faster-charging and higher-performing batteries

Snippet: World’s largest EV battery producer reveals third-gen product that charges in under six-and-a-half minutes, easing drivers’ range anxiety

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3350938/catl-drive-electrification-faster-charging-and-higher-performing-batteries?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-22 11:24 UTC+10:00] [CATL] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: CATL to drive electrification with faster-charging and higher-performing batteries

Snippet: World’s largest EV battery producer reveals third-gen product that charges in under six-and-a-half minutes, easing drivers’ range anxiety

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3350938/catl-drive-electrification-faster-charging-and-higher-performing-batteries

[2026-04-22 11:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Asian stocks wobble early on Iran uncertainty despite ceasefire extension

Snippet: Japan, South Korea benchmarks nearly unchanged from previous day's rally

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/asian-stocks-wobble-early-on-iran-uncertainty-despite-ceasefire-extension

[2026-04-22 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Children and Families Agency] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japanese prefecture pays singles to use dating apps to battle low birth rates

Snippet: Kochi prefecture says residents aged between 20 and 39 can receive a US$125 subsidy to use certified matchmaking apps

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3350918/japanese-prefecture-pays-singles-use-dating-apps-battle-low-birth-rates

[2026-04-22 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japanese prefecture pays singles to use dating apps to battle low birth rates

Snippet: Kochi prefecture says residents aged between 20 and 39 can receive a US$125 subsidy to use certified matchmaking apps

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3350918/japanese-prefecture-pays-singles-use-dating-apps-battle-low-birth-rates?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-22 11:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese New Year bamboo greeting cards date back over 2,000 years to Han dynasty

Snippet: Sending festive messages in ancient times took time and often servants would deliver ‘flying letters’ from their masters to remote friends

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3350338/chinese-new-year-bamboo-greeting-cards-date-back-over-2000-years-han-dynasty

[2026-04-22 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea returns remains of 12 Chinese troops killed in Korean War

Snippet: SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- South Korea on Wednesday handed over the remains of 12 Chinese soldiers killed during the 1950-53 Korean War to China in a joint ceremony organized by the two countries, Seoul's defense ministry said.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260422002500315

[2026-04-22 10:49 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Producer prices post fastest rise in 4 yrs in March on oil cost surge: BOK

Snippet: South Korea's producer prices rose at the fastest pace in about four years in March, driven by higher petroleum and chemical product prices amid rising global oil costs, central bank data showed Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10722783

[2026-04-22 10:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: HD Hyundai Heavy wins $350 mln icebreaker order from Sweden

Snippet: SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, South Korea's leading shipbuilder, said Wednesday it has secured a US$350 million contract to build an icebreaker for the Swedish Maritime Administration.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260422002300320

[2026-04-22 10:44 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: UP professor on study linked to Monterrazas de Cebu: ‘Not yet finished’

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/up-professor-study-monterrazas-de-cebu-not-yet-finished/

[2026-04-22 10:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indians slam New Zealand minister for ‘butter chicken tsunami’ remarks: ‘outright racism’

Snippet: A free-trade agreement, to be signed next week, could see more than 20,000 Indian migrants entering New Zealand, officials say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3350935/indians-slam-new-zealand-minister-butter-chicken-tsunami-remarks-outright-racism?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-22 10:33 UTC+10:00] [Labour Party] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indians slam New Zealand minister for ‘butter chicken tsunami’ remarks: ‘outright racism’

Snippet: A free-trade agreement, to be signed next week, could see more than 20,000 Indian migrants entering New Zealand, officials say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3350935/indians-slam-new-zealand-minister-butter-chicken-tsunami-remarks-outright-racism

[2026-04-22 10:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pickleball, basketball state-of-the-art courts rise in Imus

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — State-of-the-art pickleball and basketball courts can now be found in Imus, Cavite.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/22/sports/pickleball-basketball-state-of-the-art-courts-rise-in-imus/2325594

[2026-04-22 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong IPOs lure mainland China insurers seeking higher returns

Snippet: Beijing’s emphasis on patient capital and market stability spurs mainland China’s insurers to channel funds into Hong Kong listings

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3350821/hong-kong-ipos-lure-mainland-china-insurers-seeking-higher-returns?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-22 10:30 UTC+10:00] [Everbright Securities International] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong IPOs lure mainland China insurers seeking higher returns

Snippet: Beijing’s emphasis on patient capital and market stability spurs mainland China’s insurers to channel funds into Hong Kong listings

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3350821/hong-kong-ipos-lure-mainland-china-insurers-seeking-higher-returns

[2026-04-22 10:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Police seek arrest warrant for truck driver for fatally striking rallygoers in Jinju

Snippet: CHANGWON, South Korea, April 22 (Yonhap) -- Police said Wednesday they have filed for an arrest warrant for the driver of a truck that ran into a group of rallygoers earlier this week, killing one and injuring two others.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260422002100315

[2026-04-22 10:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Best friends Eala, Sonmez team up for Madrid Open doubles

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alexandra "Alex" Eala and her close pal Zeynep Sonmez of Turkey face doubles specialists Chan Hao-ching and Fanny Stollar in the first round of the Madrid Open in Spain on Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/22/sports/best-friends-eala-sonmez-team-up-for-madrid-open-doubles/2325593

[2026-04-22 10:28 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: N. Korean, Russian public security chiefs discuss closer cooperation

Snippet: North Korea's public security minister and Russia's interior minister have held talks on boosting exchanges and cooperation on law enforcement, the North's state media said Wednesday, amid deepening bilateral ties between the two nations.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10722722

[2026-04-22 10:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: N. Korean, Russian public security chiefs discuss closer cooperation

Snippet: SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- North Korea's public security minister and Russia's interior minister have held talks on boosting exchanges and cooperation on law enforcement, the North's state media said Wednesday, amid deepening bilateral ties between the two nations.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260422001800315

[2026-04-22 10:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan's trade deficit narrowed 68.4% in fiscal 2025

Snippet: Japan's trade balance in fiscal 2025 recorded a deficit for the fifth consecutive year, but the amount decreased 68.4% compared to the previous year. (Photo by Tomoki Mera)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade/japan-s-trade-deficit-narrowed-68.4-in-fiscal-2025

[2026-04-22 10:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: USFK commander says THAAD remains in Korea, 'munitions' await move

Snippet: The United States has not moved its THAAD missile defense system from South Korea to the Middle East to support its military operations against Iran, but "munitions" are awaiting transfer there, US Forces Korea Commander Gen. Xavier Brunson said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10722705

[2026-04-22 10:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Most serious cyberattacks against the UK from Russia, Iran and China, cyber chief will say

Snippet: The new head of Britain’s MI6 Blaise Metreweli makes her first public speech in London, Dec. 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, Pool, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/russia-iran-china-uk-cyber-defense-5fcdc5eaf14b2d016c2575bbdab47c39

[2026-04-22 10:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala battles grizzled veteran, 12-time champ Pavlyuchenkova in Madrid opener

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala faces a grizzled veteran in 12-time champ Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova of Russia in the first round of the WTA 1000 Madrid Open at the Arantxa Sanchez Stadium in Spain Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/22/sports/eala-battles-grizzled-veteran-12-time-champ-pavlyuchenkova-in-madrid-opener/2325586

[2026-04-22 10:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (URGENT) Seoul shares open 0.01 pct lower amid uncertainties surrounding U.S.-Iran peace talks

Snippet: (LEAD) S. Korea secures 273 mln barrels of crude oil, 2.1 mln tons of naphtha by year-end: presidential aide

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260422001100320

[2026-04-22 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s shipyards secure wave of oil tanker orders as Iran war drives demand

Snippet: China already dominates global shipbuilding orders – and the Strait of Hormuz crisis appears to be boosting demand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3350872/chinas-shipyards-secure-wave-oil-tanker-orders-iran-war-drives-demand?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-22 10:00 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s shipyards secure wave of oil tanker orders as Iran war drives demand

Snippet: China already dominates global shipbuilding orders – and the Strait of Hormuz crisis appears to be boosting demand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3350872/chinas-shipyards-secure-wave-oil-tanker-orders-iran-war-drives-demand

[2026-04-22 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: 'We're the mugs here': Is Japan getting Australian gas for free?

Snippet: A report says Japan is making more from its taxes on Australian gas imports than we get for selling the gas. Source: SBS News

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/is-japan-getting-australian-gas-for-free/rbvl35n6x

[2026-04-22 09:56 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: LIVE UPDATES: Sara Duterte impeachment hearing | April 22

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The House committee on justice resumes its hearing on the impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, armed with key evidence and testimonies that could shape the direction of the proceedings.On Tuesday, April 21, lawmakers confirmed they had obtained copies of the vice president’s Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALNs), as well as records from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/473140/live-updates-sara-duterte-impeachment-hearing-april-22/

[2026-04-22 09:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Asia-Pacific markets set to fall as Trump extends Iran ceasefire but uncertainty drags on

Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were set to open broadly lower Wednesday as concerns grew that the Middle East conflict could drag on, after President Donald Trump extended a U.S. ceasefire in Iran.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/22/asia-pacific-markets-today-live-updates-nikkei-225-kospi-hang-seng-index.html

[2026-04-22 09:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Greater China private equity set for patchy recovery, modest fundraising boost

Snippet: China’s private equity market recovers selectively amid geopolitical tensions, with yuan funds leading and exits reaching record highs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3350901/greater-china-private-equity-set-patchy-recovery-modest-fundraising-boost?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-22 09:30 UTC+10:00] [Greater China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Greater China private equity set for patchy recovery, modest fundraising boost

Snippet: China’s private equity market recovers selectively amid geopolitical tensions, with yuan funds leading and exits reaching record highs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3350901/greater-china-private-equity-set-patchy-recovery-modest-fundraising-boost

[2026-04-22 09:30 UTC+10:00] [Japan] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ‘Stop sucking up to America’: Japan’s youth rises up to protect pacifist constitution

Snippet: Protests are growing against moves to change Japan’s ‘supreme law’, a document written by the US that is now being challenged by Iran war

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/22/japan-youth-pacifist-constitution-trump-iran

[2026-04-22 09:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Hot, humid weather to prevail over most of PH

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Hot, humid winds passing through the Pacific Ocean, or the easterlies, would bring hot and humid weather in most parts of the archipelago within 24 hours, the national weather agency said on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/22/news/hot-humid-weather-to-prevail-over-most-of-ph/2325577

[2026-04-22 09:00 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Day 3 of Sara Duterte impeachment hearing focuses on alleged unexplained wealth

Snippet: VEEP. Vice President Sara Duterte announces her 2028 presidential bid during a press conference at the OVP headquarters in Mandaluyong City on February 18, 2026,

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/video-sara-duterte-impeachment-hearing-house-representatives-april-22-2026/

[2026-04-22 08:58 UTC+10:00] [US-China] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Asia Times

Title: US, China forge rival fusion chains as Europe weighs role

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/us-china-forge-rival-fusion-chains-as-europe-weighs-role/

[2026-04-22 08:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: AP News

Title: Rising Spanish stars Rafael Jódar and Martin Landaluce ready for Madrid Open

Snippet: Rafael Jodar of Spain plays a backhand return to Rei Sakamoto of Japan during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Dar Yasin,File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/alcaraz-jodar-landaluce-madrid-open-92759f88f3713c53316851949d6c721a

[2026-04-22 08:45 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Public input is key in setting out Hong Kong’s first five-year plan

Snippet: Different sectors should have a real chance to contribute ideas, identify bottlenecks and help define what Hong Kong could do better

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3350841/public-input-key-setting-out-hong-kongs-first-five-year-plan

[2026-04-22 08:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Hotpot, bubble tea and sportswear: China's new exports take on the world

Snippet: Step into pretty much any shopping mall in Singapore and you're likely to find queues snaking outside shops with catchy names and bright-coloured branding. Chinese brands like Chagee, Molly Tea and Mixue are drawing crowds – not just in Asia, but increasingly in cities from Sydney to London and Los Angeles.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crr1ln1575lo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-22 08:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 22)

Snippet: Use dementia assets to improve quality of life

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260422000700320

[2026-04-22 08:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (EDITORIAL from The Korea Times on April 22)

Snippet: HYBE chief faces arrest warrant: Travel ban unlikely to be lifted soon

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260422000600320

[2026-04-22 08:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (EDITORIAL from The Korea Herald on April 22)

Snippet: Mythos shock: South Korea must overhaul defenses as AI hacking compresses time, scale

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260422000500320

[2026-04-22 07:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US-China AI race must strike a balance between security and openness

Snippet: Raising barriers to entry in tech in the name of national security could stifle global AI development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3350871/us-china-ai-race-must-strike-balance-between-security-and-openness?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-22 07:30 UTC+10:00] [Global South] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US-China AI race must strike a balance between security and openness

Snippet: Raising barriers to entry in tech in the name of national security could stifle global AI development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3350871/us-china-ai-race-must-strike-balance-between-security-and-openness