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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Rematch of 2025 Korean Series set in Seoul

Snippet: The LG Twins and the Hanwha Eagles, the two contestants of the 2025 Korean Series, will have their first clash of the 2026 Korea Baseball Organization season this week in Seoul, with the rivals moving in different directions in the early going.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10720736

[2026-04-20 10:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Rematch of 2025 Korean Series set in Seoul

Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- The LG Twins and the Hanwha Eagles, the two contestants of the 2025 Korean Series, will have their first clash of the 2026 Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) season this week in Seoul, with the rivals moving in different directions in the early going.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420002500315

[2026-04-20 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China warns strong El Nino this year may worsen global fossil fuel crisis

Snippet: National Climate Centre says higher temperatures and extreme weather could create ‘damaging loop’ that hits the climate and the economy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350622/china-warns-strong-el-nino-year-may-worsen-global-fossil-fuel-crisis?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China warns strong El Nino this year may worsen global fossil fuel crisis

Snippet: National Climate Centre says higher temperatures and extreme weather could create ‘damaging loop’ that hits the climate and the economy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350622/china-warns-strong-el-nino-year-may-worsen-global-fossil-fuel-crisis

[2026-04-20 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Asia’s EV revolution shifts into overdrive with Iran war oil shock

Snippet: From Nepal to Vietnam, soaring fuel costs are making petrol cars a luxury as Asia outpaces Europe in the race to go electric

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3350481/asias-ev-revolution-shifts-overdrive-iran-war-oil-shock?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war oil shock shifts Asia’s EV revolution into overdrive

Snippet: From Nepal to Vietnam, soaring fuel costs are making petrol cars a luxury as Asia outpaces Europe in the race to go electric

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3350481/asias-ev-revolution-shifts-overdrive-iran-war-oil-shock

[2026-04-20 10:00 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: Tsunami warning issued after 7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan coast

Snippet: A tsunami warning has been issued after an earthquake in Japan. Source: Getty / Planet Observer/Universal Images

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/japan-tsunami-warning-earthquake/u5ilh8jbm

[2026-04-20 09:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Jollibee Foods of Philippines acquires Korean hot pot chain operator All Day Fresh for 130 bln won

Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- Jollibee Foods Corp., the leading fast food chain operator of the Philippines, said Monday it has acquired a 100 percent stake in All Day Fresh, the operator of South Korean hot pot chain Shabu All Day.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420001800320

[2026-04-20 09:48 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: First batch of Thai eggs hits shelves as Korea moves to stabilize supply

Snippet: Imported eggs from Thailand have gone on sale at major supermarkets in South Korea starting Monday, as the government moves to stabilize supply and curb rising prices.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10720670

[2026-04-20 09:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Asia markets set to open higher amid renewed Iran-U.S. tensions

Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were set to open higher Monday, as investors continue to keep a cautious eye on developments in the Middle East amid renewed tensions between Iran and the U.S.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/20/asia-markets-set-to-open-higher-amid-renewed-iran-us-tensions-.html

[2026-04-20 09:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan to test commitment to South China Sea in Philippine-US drills

Snippet: Filipino and U.S. soldiers fire a howitzer during the annual Balikatan military drills in Aparri, Philippines, on May 3, 2025. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/international-relations/south-china-sea/japan-to-test-commitment-to-south-china-sea-in-philippine-us-drills

[2026-04-20 09:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Global retail investors shift to cash, but Asia still draws wealthy clients: Schroders CEO

Snippet: High-net-worth clients continue to seek opportunities in Asia, taking a longer-term view despite global uncertainties, Richard Oldfield says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3350531/global-retail-investors-shift-cash-asia-still-draws-wealthy-clients-schroders-ceo?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 09:30 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Global retail investors shift to cash, but Asia still draws wealthy clients: Schroders CEO

Snippet: High-net-worth clients continue to seek opportunities in Asia, taking a longer-term view despite global uncertainties, Richard Oldfield says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3350531/global-retail-investors-shift-cash-asia-still-draws-wealthy-clients-schroders-ceo

[2026-04-20 09:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Lee set to hold summit with Indian PM Modi, seek supply chain cooperation

Snippet: NEW DELHI, April 20 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung was set to hold a bilateral summit with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, with discussions expected to focus on deepening economic ties and strengthening their strategic partnership amid the war in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420001500315

[2026-04-20 09:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: India has splurged billions on metro trains. But where are the commuters?

Snippet: On a weekday evening last month, Mumbai's southbound Aqua Line metro train nearly emptied out a couple of stops before the final one.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g833128vlo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-20 08:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Blue Jays ride 8-run first inning to 10-4 win over Diamondbacks, snapping 4-game skid

Snippet: Toronto Blue Jays’ Kazuma Okamoto, right, of Japan, celebrates his home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks with Blue Jays’ Myles Straw (3) during the third inning of a baseball game, Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/blue-jays-diamondbacks-score-2924dabea20a1659d5907fe911f98882

[2026-04-20 08:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Art on trial - a sculptor's arrest highlights new extremes for censorship in China

Snippet: Jesus Christ stands at gunpoint, palms upturned, seven figures in a firing squad around him. The bronze riflemen are unmistakable in their likeness. They are Mao Zedong, the long-deceased dictator who founded the People's Republic of China, and presided over some of the most traumatic chapters in China's recent history.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cddqpr7z74yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-20 08:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) N. Korea says test-fired Hwasong-11 Ra ballistic missile, attended by leader Kim

Snippet: (ATTN: UPDATES with more info, photos throughout)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420000551315

[2026-04-20 08:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South Korea

Title: (EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 20)

Snippet: Homeowner tax break debate fuels market concerns

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420000900315

[2026-04-20 08:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (EDITORIAL from The Korea Times on April 20)

Snippet: A hollow trip, a damaging signal: PPP leader Jang's U.S. trip reflects failure of purpose, judgment

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420000800315

[2026-04-20 08:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South Korea

Title: (EDITORIAL from The Korea Herald on April 20)

Snippet: Cost of volatility: Record rise in price of imports heralds persistent inflation risks, policy strain

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420000700315

[2026-04-20 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Saying you’re a geopolitical actor doesn’t make it so’: Sven Biscop on Europe

Snippet: The Belgian political scientist on what the Iran war and the transatlantic collision reveal about Europe’s place in a fast-changing world

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350626/saying-youre-geopolitical-actor-doesnt-make-it-so-sven-biscop-europe?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 08:00 UTC+10:00] [Ankara] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Saying you’re a geopolitical actor doesn’t make it so’: Sven Biscop on Europe

Snippet: The Belgian political scientist on what the Iran war and the transatlantic collision reveal about Europe’s place in a fast-changing world

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350626/saying-youre-geopolitical-actor-doesnt-make-it-so-sven-biscop-europe

[2026-04-20 07:51 UTC+10:00] [Asia Times] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Iran says it won’t negotiate with ‘erratic’ Trump

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/iran-says-it-wont-negotiate-with-erratic-trump/

[2026-04-20 07:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: N. Korea says test-fired Hwasong-11 Ra ballistic missile, attended by leader Kim

Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- North Korea fired the Hwasong-11 Ra surface-to-surface tactical ballistic missile in a recent test launch attended by leader Kim Jong-un to evaluate the missile's warhead capability, Pyongyang's state media reported Monday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420000500315

[2026-04-20 07:42 UTC+10:00] [Food / Eating out (Mel)] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Chris Lucas takes on Hong Kong at his next restaurant

Snippet: Prolific restaurateur Chris Lucas owns Japanese venues (Kisume), South-East Asian (Chin Chin), French (Maison Batard) and Italian (Grill Americano). But his growing stable includes nothing from China’s wide spectrum of regional cuisines. His next venue Wishbone corrects that.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/melbourne-eating-out/chris-lucas-takes-on-hong-kong-at-his-next-restaurant-20260417-p5zorm.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 07:25 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Namfrel opposes another barangay poll postponement

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National Citizens’ Movement for Free Elections (Namfrel) opposed proposals to again postpone the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections, which is scheduled for Nov. 2, purportedly to realign funds toward addressing the ongoing fuel crisis.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/472977/namfrel-opposes-another-barangay-poll-postponement/

[2026-04-20 07:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (URGENT) N. Korea says it tested Hwasong-11Ra strategic ballistic missile

Snippet: Facebook X More Pinterest Linked in Tumblr Reddit Facebook Messenger Copy URL URL is copied. OK

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420000400315

[2026-04-20 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Iran war spurs surge in palm oil exports from Southeast Asia

Snippet: Demand for crude palm oil from Southeast Asia has surged because of the war in Iran, but future production is constrained by mounting fertilizer costs, climate change and aging palms. (Nikkei montage/Source photo by Reuters)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/trading-asia/iran-war-spurs-surge-in-palm-oil-exports-from-southeast-asia

[2026-04-20 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Man-Ki Kim] Poland at center of Korea's defense industry in Europe

Snippet: Geopolitical pressures beyond its immediate borders are reshaping Europe’s security environment.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10720486

[2026-04-20 06:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan's energy hunt runs into China's lead in Central Asia, Latin America

Snippet: Japan has moved recently to release crude oil from its national petroleum reserves. (Photo by Mizuho Miyazaki)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/energy/japan-s-energy-hunt-runs-into-china-s-lead-in-central-asia-latin-america

[2026-04-20 06:09 UTC+10:00] [Australia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: 'We haven't learned anything': A looming 'crunch' for Australia's food system

Snippet: The prices of urea fertiliser — pictured here being prepared for shipping at a dock in Yantai, Shandong, China — have more than doubled over the last seven weeks. Source: Getty / CFOTO / Future Publishing

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/a-massive-opportunity-global-supply-shocks-reveal-need-to-rethink-food-security/z8v996k0z

[2026-04-20 06:00 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SL discusses using INR, Yuan in cross-border trade, tourism

Snippet: Sri Lanka has had discussions with both India and China on the benefits of using the Indian Rupee (INR) and the Chinese Renminbi (RMB/Yuan) on cross-border settlements for trade and tourism.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/local/982258/sl-discusses-using-inr-yuan-in-cross-border-trade-tourism/

[2026-04-20 05:58 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Lanka enters challenging environment from position of strength – ADB

Snippet: Although the Middle East conflict places geopolitical risk at the center of developing Asia and the Pacific’s economic outlook, Sri Lanka enters this challenging and uncertain environment from a position of strength, with growth at 5 % in 2025, ADB Senior Country Economist Lilia Aleksanyan said releasing its Asian Development Outlook (ADO) April 2026 report in Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/business/982135/lanka-enters-challenging-environment-from-position-of-strength-adb/

[2026-04-20 05:58 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India seeks to further strengthen friendship with Sri Lanka – Radhakrishnan

Snippet: A bilateral discussion between Indian Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, who is on a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka, and President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was held at the Presidential Secretariat yesterday morning (19).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/breaking-news/982260/india-seeks-to-further-strengthen-friendship-with-sri-lanka-radhakrishnan/

[2026-04-20 05:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Chinese robot smashes human world record in half-marathon: ‘Just whooshed right past me’

Snippet: A Chinese-built robot comfortably beat the human half-marathon world record Sunday during an annual race in Beijing — although several other humanoid participants malfunctioned and fell around the finish line.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/19/world-news/chinese-robot-smashes-human-world-record-in-half-marathon/

[2026-04-20 05:36 UTC+10:00] [Law & Order] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Organised crime suspect S.F. Raju extradited from India

Snippet: A special police team extradited Sobanahandi Sanath de Silva, alias S.F. Raju from India and brought him to the Katunayake Airport on the night of April 17.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/lawnorder/981993/organised-crime-suspect-s-f-raju-extradited-from-india/

[2026-04-20 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: LankaPay, SLTDA and Alipay+ join hands to drive tourism growth and QR payment adoption - DailyNews

Snippet: LankaPay, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) and Alipay+ have entered into a strategic collaboration to enhance Sri Lanka’s tourism appeal and drive international visitor arrivals, particularly from Asia and the wider Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/business/982074/lankapay-sltda-and-alipay-join-hands-to-drive-tourism-growth-and-qr-payment-adoption/

[2026-04-20 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka under 19 paddlers excel in India - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka girls under 19 Silver medal winning team

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/sports/981785/sri-lanka-under-19-paddlers-excel-in-india/

[2026-04-20 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India, Sri Lanka discuss proposed energy hub in Trincomalee – Indian Foreign Secretary - DailyNews

Snippet: Indian Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan held extensive bilateral discussions with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, and Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa during his official visit to Sri Lanka. This marked the Vice President’s maiden bilateral visit to Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/local/982257/india-sri-lanka-discuss-proposed-energy-hub-in-trincomalee-indian-foreign-secretary/

[2026-04-20 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka will field a strong team for Asian Beach Games - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka will field a strong team for the upcoming 6th Asian Beach Games set to take part in the continental event, which will be staged in Sanya, China from 22 to 30 April 2026.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/sports/981779/sri-lanka-will-field-a-strong-team-for-asian-beach-games/

[2026-04-20 05:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Thrills and spills: How ex-NRL star Lomax fared in rugby milestone moment

Snippet: Zac Lomax (right) scored a try for the Force in their 31-26 win over the Crusaders. (Getty Images: Janelle St Pierre)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-20/super-rugby-pacific-zac-lomax-force-brumbies-waratahs-australia/106581666

[2026-04-20 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Travel / Reviews & advice] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Disney’s giant new ship is a floating (and highly affordable) theme park

Snippet: Originally built by Hong Kong-based Genting’s Dream Cruises, Disney picked up the unfinished, billion-dollar ship at a “favourable price” (exact amount unrevealed) when Dream Cruises fell into receivership during the pandemic. Disney then reduced the originally planned capacity of 9000 down to 6700. Even so, at 208,000 gross tonnes, it’s easily the biggest ship in Disney’s fleet and the cruise line’s first to be based in Asia, launching from Singapore – its home for the next five years.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/disney-s-giant-new-ship-is-a-floating-and-highly-affordable-theme-park-20260410-p5zmy9.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 04:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: China's smart bet is paying off. Meanwhile, Australia pleads for fuel

Snippet: Topic:Renewable Energy

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-20/strait-of-hormuz-china-renewable-energy/106581226

[2026-04-20 03:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Magnolia hammers Converge, wins back-to-back

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Magnolia registered its second straight win after clobbering Converge, 106-94, in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup on Sunday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/sports/magnolia-hammers-converge-wins-back-to-back/2323540

[2026-04-20 03:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Here's Why Trump's Hormuz Blockade Should Stoke 'Strait Chaos' For China

Snippet: The currently closed Strait of Hormuz, situated between Oman and Iran, connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, and has emerged as a major flashpoint in the US-Iran war. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, off Yemen's coast, has also remained a focal point among critical maritime chokepoints, given ongoing threats from Iran-linked Houthi rebels.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/commodities/heres-why-trumps-hormuz-blockade-should-stoke-strait-chaos-china

[2026-04-20 03:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: 'World's first' trial of regenerative knee treatment set to begin in Japan

Snippet: Cyfuse Biomedical uses 3D printing to make transplant material from human cells. (Photo by Satoshi Kawahara)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/health-care/world-s-first-trial-of-regenerative-knee-treatment-set-to-begin-in-japan

[2026-04-20 02:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Japan’s Princess Mako, who gave up royal life to marry a commoner, spotted with little heir — after fleeing NYC for burbs

Snippet: The Japanese princess who renounced her royal title and wealth to marry her commoner husband has been spotted with a little heir — after fleeing NYC for the suburbs.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/19/world-news/japans-princess-mako-who-gave-up-royal-life-to-marry-commoner-spotted-with-baby-after-fleeing-nyc/

[2026-04-20 02:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: BBC News

Title: Fils continues fine form to win Barcelona title

Snippet: Arthur Fils won an ATP title for the first time since his victory in Tokyo in October 2024

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/c0rxdz9xqkwo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-20 02:25 UTC+10:00] [Climate crisis] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The Guardian view on Japan’s cherry blossom: when spring slips out of time | Editorial

Snippet: A 1,200-year dataset shows the ‘peak bloom’ is arriving earlier. Global heating is unsettling nature’s rhythms – and their cultural meaning

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/apr/19/the-guardian-view-on-japans-cherry-blossom-when-spring-slips-out-of-time