[2026-04-17 23:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Elusive wolf in South Korea captured and returned to zoo after nine days on the run

Snippet: A wolf that escaped from a zoo in the South Korean city of Daejeon was recaptured on Friday after nine days on the run, bringing to a close a saga that gripped the public as the elusive animal evaded earlier capture attempts.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/omg/article-893364

[2026-04-17 23:45 UTC+10:00] [World news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Lebanese return home and a robot sorts groceries in China: pictures of the day – Friday

Snippet: View image in fullscreenWashington, USDonald Trump speaks to the media before boarding Marine One at the White House for the start of a trip to Las Vegas and PhoenixPhotograph: Andrew Leyden/ZUMA Press Wire/ShutterstockShareView image in fullscreenSydney, AustraliaThe duke and duchess of Sussex meet volunteer first responders from Bondi Surf Bathers’ life saving club on day four of the couple’s trip to AustraliaPhotograph: Jonathan Brady/Pool/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenLondon, UKPeter Mandelson walks his dog.

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/gallery/2026/apr/17/lebanese-return-home-robot-china-does-the-groceries-pictures-of-the-day-friday

[2026-04-17 23:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Manila court grants bail to Arnolfo Teves in 2019 Negros Oriental killing case

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The Manila Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 30 has granted the petition for bail to former Negros Oriental 3rd District representative Arnolfo Teves in connection with the alleged killing of Pacito Libron in 2019.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/17/news/manila-court-grants-bail-to-arnolfo-teves-in-2019-negros-oriental-killing-case/2322844

[2026-04-17 23:30 UTC+10:00] [Chen Jie] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war energy shock threatens Southeast Asia’s supply chains. A win for China?

Snippet: US and European importers are shifting some orders back to China – but not everyone is optimistic

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3350446/iran-war-energy-shock-threatens-southeast-asias-supply-chains-win-china

[2026-04-17 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war energy shock threatens Southeast Asia’s supply chains. A win for China?

Snippet: US and European importers are shifting some orders back to China – but not everyone is optimistic

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3350446/iran-war-energy-shock-threatens-southeast-asias-supply-chains-win-china?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 23:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Iran War: Energy shock drives Africa, Asia to nuclear power

Snippet: The Iran war and resulting global energy shock are driving some countries in Africa and Asia to ramp up nuclear power generation.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/17/iran-war-energy-shock-drives-africa-asia-to-nuclear-power/

[2026-04-17 23:15 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Zaldy Co arrested in Germany, now in Czech Republic | 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/april-17-2026/

[2026-04-17 23:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Cricket Canada investigated by ICC's anti-corruption unit

Snippet: Canada’s captain Dilpreet Bajwa runs to field the ball during the T20 World Cup cricket match between Afghanistan and Canada in Chennai, India, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Mahesh Kumar A., file)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/icc-canada-t20-world-cup-a2049d234d31ff72a747e1e1579540af

[2026-04-17 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese trucks could go 100% electric, halving road transport oil use: industry

Snippet: China’s industrial supply chains and engineering expertise provide a distinct competitive advantage, CiDi CEO Albert Hu says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350463/chinese-trucks-could-go-100-electric-halving-road-transport-oil-use-industry?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese trucks could go 100% electric, halving road transport oil use: industry

Snippet: China’s industrial supply chains and engineering expertise provide a distinct competitive advantage, CiDi CEO Albert Hu says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350463/chinese-trucks-could-go-100-electric-halving-road-transport-oil-use-industry

[2026-04-17 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Lebanon becomes key to Iran-US peace talks amid fears of Israel’s ‘hegemony’

Snippet: Pakistan is the regional go-between to help maintain the 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon and push for a conclusive deal to end the Iran war

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3350522/lebanon-becomes-key-iran-us-peace-talks-amid-fears-israels-hegemony?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Donald Trump] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Lebanon becomes key to Iran-US peace talks amid fears of Israel’s ‘hegemony’

Snippet: Pakistan is the regional go-between to help maintain the 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon and push for a conclusive deal to end the Iran war

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3350522/lebanon-becomes-key-iran-us-peace-talks-amid-fears-israels-hegemony

[2026-04-17 22:53 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Takaichi to skip Yasukuni visit during spring festival

Snippet: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering skipping a visit to the war-linked Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo during its three-day spring festival that starts Tuesday, informed sources said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/17/japan/politics/takaichi-yasukuni-visit-skip/

[2026-04-17 22:51 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Manacled Manus: the limits of ‘Singapore washing’ for China AI

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/manacled-manus-the-limits-of-singapore-washing-for-china-ai/

[2026-04-17 22:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Sick influencer learns fate after raping women in fire-damaged Palisades mansion he pretended to own

Snippet: A hip-hop influencer who lured women to a Pacific Palisades mansion abandoned after the devastating wildfire before raping them as part of a sick ruse will serve eight years in prison after pleading no contest to the horrific crime.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/17/us-news/sick-influencer-learns-fate-after-raping-women-in-fire-damaged-palisades-mansion-he-pretended-to-own/

[2026-04-17 22:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Kremlin denies Putin’s isolation from Russia’s woes amid blogger’s criticism

Snippet: Influencer Viktoria Bonya’s 20-million-view video sparked official response and action from Moscow

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3350519/kremlin-denies-putins-isolation-russias-woes-amid-bloggers-criticism?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 22:47 UTC+10:00] [Russian] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Kremlin denies Putin’s isolation from Russia’s woes amid blogger’s criticism

Snippet: Influencer Viktoria Bonya’s 20-million-view video sparked official response and action from Moscow

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3350519/kremlin-denies-putins-isolation-russias-woes-amid-bloggers-criticism

[2026-04-17 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Arrest of Philippine ex-lawmaker Zaldy Co ‘missing puzzle piece’ in flood-control probe

Snippet: Observers say Co’s arrest is a ‘notable step towards accountability’ and committee hearings on the flood control scandal could resume

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3350513/arrest-philippine-ex-lawmaker-zaldy-co-missing-puzzle-piece-flood-control-probe?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Jonvic Remulla] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Arrest of Philippine ex-lawmaker Zaldy Co ‘missing puzzle piece’ in flood-control probe

Snippet: Observers say Co’s arrest is a ‘notable step towards accountability’ and committee hearings on the flood control scandal could resume

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3350513/arrest-philippine-ex-lawmaker-zaldy-co-missing-puzzle-piece-flood-control-probe

[2026-04-17 22:30 UTC+10:00] [South China Sea] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Vietnam and China are now perfectly aligned

Snippet: The emerging partnership enables Vietnam to preserve diplomatic flexibility and advance economic diversification in the face of US pressure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3350254/vietnam-and-china-are-now-perfectly-aligned

[2026-04-17 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Vietnam and China are now perfectly aligned

Snippet: The emerging partnership enables Vietnam to preserve diplomatic flexibility and advance economic diversification in the face of US pressure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3350254/vietnam-and-china-are-now-perfectly-aligned?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 22:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Smoother waters? China and Vietnam vow to ‘better’ navigate South China Sea frictions

Snippet: Joint communique as Hanoi’s top leader ends state visit indicates wish to keep maritime disputes from jeopardising their overall ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350516/smoother-waters-china-and-vietnam-vow-better-navigate-south-china-sea-frictions?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 22:12 UTC+10:00] [Hoang Sa Islands] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Smoother waters? China and Vietnam vow to ‘better’ navigate South China Sea frictions

Snippet: Joint communique as Hanoi’s top leader ends state visit indicates wish to keep maritime disputes from jeopardising their overall ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350516/smoother-waters-china-and-vietnam-vow-better-navigate-south-china-sea-frictions

[2026-04-17 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cathay Pacific, HK Express up passenger counts despite impact of Mideast war

Snippet: Cathay Group attributes growth to spate of mega-events in city, such as Art Basel and Hong Kong International Jewellery Show

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3350510/cathay-pacific-hk-express-passenger-counts-despite-impact-mideast-war?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 22:00 UTC+10:00] [scmp] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cathay Pacific, HK Express up passenger counts despite impact of Mideast war

Snippet: Cathay Group attributes growth to spate of mega-events in city, such as Art Basel and Hong Kong International Jewellery Show

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3350510/cathay-pacific-hk-express-passenger-counts-despite-impact-mideast-war

[2026-04-17 21:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Heart specialists shifting patients away from open-heart surgery

Snippet: Heart specialists are shifting more patients away from open-heart surgery as minimally invasive procedures gain ground in cardiovascular treatment, doctors from Asian Heart and Vascular Centre say on April 17, 2026. During a roundtable discussion in Cebu City, experts said catheter-based techniques now allow safer treatment for high-risk and elderly patients.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/17/videos/watch-heart-specialists-shifting-patients-away-from-open-heart-surgery/2322722

[2026-04-17 21:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China complains of ‘harassment’ from New Zealand aerial patrols close to coastline

Snippet: Beijing said the plane had been operating over the Yellow and East China Seas and urged Wellington not to put civilian aircraft in danger

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350508/china-complains-harassment-new-zealand-aerial-patrols-close-coastline?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 21:50 UTC+10:00] [New Zealand] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China complains of ‘harassment’ from New Zealand aerial patrols close to coastline

Snippet: Beijing said the plane had been operating over the Yellow and East China Seas and urged Wellington not to put civilian aircraft in danger

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350508/china-complains-harassment-new-zealand-aerial-patrols-close-coastline

[2026-04-17 21:49 UTC+10:00] [South Korea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: South Koreans breathe sighs of relief as escaped wolf is returned to zoo safely

Snippet: Nine-day search for two-year-old Neukgu gripped nation and sparked safety concerns for animal and public

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/17/south-korea-escaped-wolf-captured-returned-zoo-safely

[2026-04-17 21:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: UN reforms can’t wait any longer, Kazakhstan’s Tokayev says amid fragile Iran truce

Snippet: President Tokayev told the Antalya Diplomacy Forum that multilateralism is being undermined as major decisions move outside the UN framework

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3350505/un-reforms-cant-wait-any-longer-kazakhstans-tokayev-says-amid-fragile-iran-truce?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 21:43 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: UN reforms can’t wait any longer, Kazakhstan’s Tokayev says amid fragile Iran truce

Snippet: President Tokayev told the Antalya Diplomacy Forum that multilateralism is being undermined as major decisions move outside the UN framework

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3350505/un-reforms-cant-wait-any-longer-kazakhstans-tokayev-says-amid-fragile-iran-truce

[2026-04-17 21:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Arrest of Co big win for PH in fight against corruption, says senator

Snippet: Sen. Win Gatchalian tells _The Manila Times_ that the arrest of former lawmaker Elizaldy Co is a big win for the Philippine government as he can tell all on the flood control scam. Gatchalian flew to Legazpi City as guest speaker of the BIOTA @60 for sustainable world gathering of the Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines National Convention and Scientific Sessions on April 17, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/17/videos/watch-arrest-of-co-big-win-for-ph-in-fight-against-corruption-says-senator/2322715

[2026-04-17 21:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Average gasoline price tops 2,000 won per liter for 1st time in 3 yrs, 9 months

Snippet: SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- The average price of gasoline in South Korea reached 2,000 won (US$1.35) per liter for the first time in three years and nine months Friday, amid developments surrounding U.S.–Iran peace talks.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260417009200320

[2026-04-17 21:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia’s Anwar chats with US Muslim streamer – is it a populist move?

Snippet: Anwar spoke with Sneako about issues ranging from Malaysia’s multi-religious society and Israel to the ‘very condescending’ American mindset

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3350501/malaysias-anwar-chats-us-muslim-streamer-it-populist-move?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 21:21 UTC+10:00] [Donald Trump] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia’s Anwar chats with US Muslim streamer – is it a populist move?

Snippet: Anwar spoke with Sneako about issues ranging from Malaysia’s multi-religious society and Israel to the ‘very condescending’ American mindset

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3350501/malaysias-anwar-chats-us-muslim-streamer-it-populist-move

[2026-04-17 21:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Tesda chief says local pay, low job opportunities drive graduates abroad

Snippet: Tesda Secretary Jose Francisco “Kiko” Benitez says on April 17, 2026 that local job opportunities for technical-vocational graduates remain less competitive in pay, pushing many certified workers to seek employment abroad. Benitez made the remark during a press briefing at the inauguration of the New Tesda Media Lounge when asked whether the steady outflow of graduates could be read as a sign of limited and underpaid local opportunities in the Philippines.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/17/videos/watch-tesda-chief-says-local-pay-low-job-opportunities-drive-graduates-abroad/2322668

[2026-04-17 21:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: China says its military activities around Taiwan are 'reasonable, justified'

Snippet: China's regular military activities around Taiwan are "entirely justified and reasonable," and any tensions are the fault of the government in Taipei, the Chinese defense ministry said in a rare comment on Friday.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-893361

[2026-04-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China slams Japan for sending warship through Taiwan Strait

Snippet: Beijing calls move a ‘deliberate provocation’ that undermines peace and stability in the strait

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350499/china-slams-japan-sending-warship-through-taiwan-strait?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [South China Sea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China slams Japan for sending warship through Taiwan Strait

Snippet: Beijing calls move a ‘deliberate provocation’ that undermines peace and stability in the strait

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350499/china-slams-japan-sending-warship-through-taiwan-strait

[2026-04-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Amazon uses closer China supply ties to counter tariffs, Shein and Temu

Snippet: Amazon’s warehousing hub in Shenzhen streamlines shipping for Chinese sellers, cutting costs and delays amid rising competition and tariffs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3350409/how-amazon-uses-closer-china-supply-ties-counter-tariffs-shein-and-temu?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Shein] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Amazon uses closer China supply ties to counter tariffs, Shein and Temu

Snippet: Amazon’s warehousing hub in Shenzhen streamlines shipping for Chinese sellers, cutting costs and delays amid rising competition and tariffs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3350409/how-amazon-uses-closer-china-supply-ties-counter-tariffs-shein-and-temu

[2026-04-17 20:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Audi expands SAIC Motor partnership in bid to regain ground in China

Snippet: The first model in a range of electric vehicles jointly developed by Audi and China's SAIC Motor is showcased at an event in Shanghai in 2025. An SUV from the series is expected to launch at Beijing's auto show starting April 24. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/audi-expands-saic-motor-partnership-in-bid-to-regain-ground-in-china

[2026-04-17 20:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: India and US step up efforts to finalize trade deal stuck in limbo

Snippet: An Indian delegation is visiting the U.S. next week for talks on an interim trade agreement. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade-war/trump-tariffs/india-and-us-step-up-efforts-to-finalize-trade-deal-stuck-in-limbo

[2026-04-17 20:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Asian airlines face ‘major headwind’ from jet fuel costs, forcing flight changes

Snippet: Fuel has jumped from 25 per cent of total operating costs for airlines to nearly 45 per cent in a matter of weeks, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3350497/asian-airlines-face-major-headwind-jet-fuel-costs-forcing-flight-changes?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 20:49 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Asian airlines face ‘major headwind’ from jet fuel costs, forcing flight changes

Snippet: Fuel has jumped from 25 per cent of total operating costs for airlines to nearly 45 per cent in a matter of weeks, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3350497/asian-airlines-face-major-headwind-jet-fuel-costs-forcing-flight-changes

[2026-04-17 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese ministry focuses on car standards to put industry in global driving seat

Snippet: New five-year plan also emphasised importance of stronger standards in boosting Chinese manufacturers’ competitiveness

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350467/chinese-ministry-focuses-car-standards-put-industry-global-driving-seat?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 20:30 UTC+10:00] [carmaking] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese ministry focuses on car standards to put industry in global driving seat

Snippet: New five-year plan also emphasised importance of stronger standards in boosting Chinese manufacturers’ competitiveness

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350467/chinese-ministry-focuses-car-standards-put-industry-global-driving-seat

[2026-04-17 20:29 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Marcos open to postponing 2026 barangay, SK elections to save money for Middle East crisis

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/marcos-open-postponement-2026-barangay-sangguniang-kabataan-elections/

[2026-04-17 20:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: La crisis energética por la guerra con Irán impulsa planes nucleares en Asia y África

Snippet: Operarios arreglan una cerca metálica alrededor de la central nuclear de Rooppur en Ishwardi, en Pabna, Bangladesh, el 4 de octubre de 2023. (AP Foto/Mahmud Hossain Opu)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/oriente-medio-guerra-energia-nuclear-iran-asia-africa-46ebd2d2bf296304a14376ff561afca9

[2026-04-17 20:20 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: China Shock 2.0 jolts global economy as Trump does Xi’s work

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/china-shock-2-0-jolts-global-economy-as-trump-does-xis-work/