Topic: Asia Pacific — Neutral reports only
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[2026-04-21 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Mahardika, a regional political party in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), is the party of Moro National Liberation Front founder Nur Misuari. Misuari served as governor of the now-defunct Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao which was replaced by the BARMM.
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[2026-04-21 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: The Bangsamoro Peoples Democratic Party (Pro Bangsamoro) is a regional political party in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). It is a party affiliated with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front. The party is led by Don Mustapha Loong who serves as its president. Loong is a member of the interim Bangsamoro Transition Authority.
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[2026-04-21 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Premier Li Qiang urges ‘bottom-line mentality’ to secure power as Beijing sees coal and Russian gas among options to offset reliance on imported crude
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[2026-04-21 21:00 UTC+10:00] [State Council] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Premier Li Qiang urges ‘bottom-line mentality’ to secure power as Beijing sees coal and Russian gas among options to offset reliance on imported crude
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[2026-04-21 20:53 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-21 20:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: EFFORTS to advance and institutionalize peace education in higher education institutions (HEIs) were further strengthened as the Opapru Peace Education University Tour was successfully conducted at Central Philippines State University (CPSU) on April 16, 2026.
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[2026-04-21 20:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Without legal protection, domestic workers were forced to operate in an informal and unregulated economy, exposed to exploitation and abuse
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[2026-04-21 20:34 UTC+10:00] [Ministry of Manpower] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Without legal protection, domestic workers were forced to operate in an informal and unregulated economy, exposed to exploitation and abuse
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[2026-04-21 20:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SK On Co., the battery manufacturing arm of South Korea's SK Group, said Tuesday it will open an office in Japan later this month to explore opportunities in the energy storage system sector.
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[2026-04-21 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: In the case of ‘hard’ technology firms like CATL and GigaDevice Semiconductor, the A-H premium becomes an H-A premium
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[2026-04-21 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong Institute of Financial Analysts and Professional Commentators] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: In the case of ‘hard’ technology firms like CATL and GigaDevice Semiconductor, the A-H premium becomes an H-A premium
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[2026-04-21 20:29 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-21 20:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Trough of low pressure over northern part of southern China set to develop into cold front on Wednesday, crossing coastal areas by next day
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[2026-04-21 20:21 UTC+10:00] [Guangdong] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Trough of low pressure over northern part of southern China set to develop into cold front on Wednesday, crossing coastal areas by next day
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[2026-04-21 20:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- SK On Co., the battery manufacturing arm of South Korea's SK Group, said Tuesday it will open an office in Japan later this month to explore opportunities in the energy storage system (ESS) sector.
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[2026-04-21 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Commuting in wet conditions complaints from staff gives spicy food firm boss days-off idea; other raffle prizes included umbrellas, dehumidifiers
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[2026-04-21 20:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Commuting in wet conditions complaints from staff gives spicy food firm boss days-off idea; other raffle prizes included umbrellas, dehumidifiers
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[2026-04-21 19:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Ong Kean Lee, chairman of MTT Shipping and Logistics, points to a monitor showing its stock price at Bursa Malaysia on April 21 in Kuala Lumpur. (Photo by Ahmad Mustakim)
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[2026-04-21 19:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The PLDT High Speed Hitters outlasted the gritty Farm Fresh Foxies in a grueling five-set clash, 22-25, 25-21, 27-25, 26-28, 15-11, to move a win away from securing the bronze medal in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference on Tuesday at the Araneta Coliseum.
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[2026-04-21 19:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The National (UAE)
Snippet: UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has appointed Rania Al Mashat, a former Egyptian minister, as Executive Secretary of the world body's Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (Escwa).
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[2026-04-21 19:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines -- Sen. JV Ejercito on Tuesday appealed to fellow Sen. Ronald Dela Rosa to give up his salary and allowances amid his continued absence in the Senate.
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[2026-04-21 19:31 UTC+10:00] [Northeast Asia] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-04-21 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Japan Meteorological Agency has upped the risk of a megaquake to 1 per cent, compared to 0.1 per cent at other times
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[2026-04-21 19:30 UTC+10:00] [tsunami warnings] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Japan Meteorological Agency has upped the risk of a megaquake to 1 per cent, compared to 0.1 per cent at other times
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[2026-04-21 19:28 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Park Hong-geun cites low debt ratio, tighter spending, growth focus
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[2026-04-21 19:26 UTC+10:00] [South Korea] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Washington reportedly limits satellite data after minister spoke publicly about suspected facility in North Korea
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[2026-04-21 19:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Environmental NGO calls on authorities to adopt a more responsible approach when granting approvals for development projects in the area
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[2026-04-21 19:24 UTC+10:00] [Department of Environment] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Environmental NGO calls on authorities to adopt a more responsible approach when granting approvals for development projects in the area
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[2026-04-21 19:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing also outlines progress in disarmament and its long-standing policies in first such report since 2021
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[2026-04-21 19:19 UTC+10:00] [Moscow] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing also outlines progress in disarmament and its long-standing policies in first such report since 2021
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[2026-04-21 19:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Turkey is a stable strategic partner for South Korea amid global uncertainties, Turkish ambassador to Korea Murat Tamer said, highlighting his country’s energy, logistics and regional diplomacy.
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[2026-04-21 19:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: An employee holds a nozzle at a gas station in Beijing on March 22. © Reuters
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[2026-04-21 19:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Mercedes-Benz marked its 140th anniversary with a global tour, arriving in Seoul as its first Asian stop ahead of China and Japan, underscoring its growing commitment to the Korean market.
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[2026-04-21 19:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: Trade uncertainty with the U.S. and the push to diversify away from China make India and South Korea natural partners — but their relationship has yet to translate from intent into meaningful execution.
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[2026-04-21 19:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: The Japanese government has revised limits on defense equipment exports, paving the way for companies in the defense industry to sell more weapons overseas. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)
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[2026-04-21 18:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Seoul urges Japan’s leaders to ‘face history squarely’ and show through action ‘a sincere remorse for its past’
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[2026-04-21 18:58 UTC+10:00] [Yasukuni Shrine] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Seoul urges Japan’s leaders to ‘face history squarely’ and show through action ‘a sincere remorse for its past’
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[2026-04-21 18:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Crude oil prices are expected to keep Gov. Kazuo Ueda's Bank of Japan from raising interest rates on April 28. (File photo by Kazuho Fujiwara)
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[2026-04-21 18:51 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings start with Rodong Sinmun—North Korea’s state mouthpiece—before diving into the day’s headlines from Seoul and Washington.
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[2026-04-21 18:50 UTC+10:00] [Luzon] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-21 18:49 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.
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[2026-04-21 18:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay’s viral “Idiot Sandwich” is heading to the Philippines, with a world-first pop-up set to open in Bonifacio Global City.
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[2026-04-21 18:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A prosecution witness told the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Tuesday that the alleged ghost project in Pandi, Bulacan was included in a budget errata on orders of the late Public Works undersecretary Catalina Cabral.
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[2026-04-21 18:44 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: South Korea and India are set to deepen academic ties through a new university cooperation agreement, the Education Ministry said Tuesday, following a joint vision announced during President Lee Jae Myung’s state visit.
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[2026-04-21 18:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: AI-linked companies such as SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, whose Galaxy models are seen here, are driving South Korea's stock market gains. (Photo by Nami Matsuura)
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[2026-04-21 18:39 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings start with Rodong Sinmun—North Korea’s state mouthpiece—before diving into the day’s headlines from Seoul and Washington.
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[2026-04-21 18:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korea is considering various options, including playing diplomatic, humanitarian or military roles, to contribute to international efforts to secure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a senior foreign ministry official said Tuesday.
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[2026-04-21 18:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: TOKYO, Japan — Japan will ease decades-old arms export curbs, the government said Tuesday, in a major policy shift that paves the way for the sale of lethal weapons overseas as Tokyo ramps up its defence ambitions.
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[2026-04-21 18:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — In line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to prioritize infrastructure development, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released P46.22 billion to fund 1,743 public works projects nationwide, Malacañang said Tuesday.
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[2026-04-21 18:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Anaheim Ducks (43-33-6, in the Pacific Division) vs. Edmonton Oilers (41-30-11, in the Pacific Division)
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