[2026-04-16 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The fluff stops here: Beijing’s battle against the green wall ‘snowstorm’

Snippet: City officials and university scientists are teaming up to tackle the annual spring arrival of allergy-inducing catkins

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350128/fluff-stops-here-beijings-battle-against-green-wall-snowstorm?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Sophora japonica] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The fluff stops here: Beijing’s battle against the green wall ‘snowstorm’

Snippet: City officials and university scientists are teaming up to tackle the annual spring arrival of allergy-inducing catkins

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350128/fluff-stops-here-beijings-battle-against-green-wall-snowstorm

[2026-04-16 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Trade commission to impose anti-dumping duties on Chinese cold-rolled steel products

Snippet: SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's trade watchdog on Thursday made a preliminary decision to impose anti-dumping tariffs on cold-rolled steel products imported from China, citing damage to the local industry.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260416002800320

[2026-04-16 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Former vice president's security chief insists bagman's testimony has 'inconsistencies'

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The former head of the Vice Presidential Security and Protection Group (VPSPG) on Thursday raised concerns on the credibility of the alleged bagman of Vice President Sara Duterte before the House of Representatives, citing conflicting statements across multiple sworn declarations.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/16/news/former-vice-presidents-security-chief-insists-bagmans-testimony-has-inconsistencies/2321591

[2026-04-16 13:56 UTC+10:00] [US military] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: US launches fifth strike on alleged Pacific drug boat in a week, killing three

Snippet: Wednesday’s strike brings the total of those killed in US military strikes on alleged drug boats to at least 177

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/16/us-launches-fifth-strike-on-alleged-pacific-drug-boat-in-a-week-killing-three

[2026-04-16 13:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Actress Sue Prado dies at 44

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino actress Sue Prado, known for her performances across film, television and theater, has died at the age of 44, her family confirmed.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/16/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/actress-sue-prado-dies-at-44/2321570

[2026-04-16 13:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cebu Pacific ranks among 'World's Most Sustainable Airlines'

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Budget carrier Cebu Pacific (CEB) has been recognized as one of the world's top-performing airlines for sustainability in the latest S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/16/news/cebu-pacific-ranks-among-worlds-most-sustainable-airlines/2321582

[2026-04-16 13:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Vietnam moves to resolve renewable payment dispute with investors

Snippet: Vietnam aims to increase solar power's structure to 34% in 2050 from 23% in 2022. Solar panels work near wind turbines in Quy Nhon, Vietnam, in 2023. © AP

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/energy/vietnam-moves-to-resolve-renewable-payment-dispute-with-investors

[2026-04-16 13:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japanese stocks hit new high as AI boosts tech heavy Asian markets

Snippet: Japanese stocks jumped on Thursday morning, following a rally on Wall Street as investors grow optimistic about the possibility of further U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks. (Photo by Nanami Sato)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/japanese-stocks-hit-new-high-as-ai-boosts-tech-heavy-asian-markets

[2026-04-16 13:24 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Tajikistan invites S. Korea to UN water conference

Snippet: The Embassy of Tajikistan in Seoul on Wednesday called for closer cooperation with South Korea on global water challenges ahead of a UN-linked conference.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718775

[2026-04-16 13:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Naver corrects discriminatory descriptions of Africa in online encyclopedia

Snippet: SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- Naver Corp., South Korea's largest internet portal operator, has corrected biased information about Africa in its online encyclopedia at the request of a nongovernmental organization, the agency said Thursday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260416005300315

[2026-04-16 13:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: 2026 Changzhou Artificial Intelligence Terminal Trendy Products Conference Unveils Latest Innovations

Snippet: CHANGSHU, China, April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 Changzhou Artificial Intelligence Terminal Trendy Products Conference, themed "Empowering Devices, Enabling Smarter Living," opened on April 11, bringing together 20 companies to present 27 AI-powered devices. The showcase covered key use cases including daily mobility, home life, office efficiency and industrial applications, providing a snapshot of Changzhou's expanding capabilities in AI-enabled hardware.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718774

[2026-04-16 13:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Olivia Rodrigo's ‘Drop Dead’ karaoke party hits Manila

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — To celebrate the release of her new single “Drop Dead”, Filipino-American pop singer Olivia Rodrigo is set to hold a karaoke party in Metro Manila on Saturday, April 18.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/16/entertainment-lifestyle/olivia-rodrigos-drop-dead-karaoke-party-hits-manila/2321563

[2026-04-16 13:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul provides seminars, counseling to help foreign parents navigate school system

Snippet: The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education said Thursday it will introduce measures to help parents from migrant backgrounds better navigate South Korea’s school system, including seminars, multilingual guides and counseling services.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718766

[2026-04-16 12:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Residents on Indonesia’s Bali resort to burning trash after landfill ban on organic waste

Snippet: Near-capacity Suwung landfill stopped taking organic waste, which makes up about two-thirds of all rubbish in Bali, from April 1

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3350241/residents-indonesias-bali-resort-burning-trash-after-landfill-ban-organic-waste?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 12:48 UTC+10:00] [I Wayan Koster] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Residents on Indonesia’s Bali resort to burning trash after landfill ban on organic waste

Snippet: Near-capacity Suwung landfill stopped taking organic waste, which makes up about two-thirds of all rubbish in Bali, from April 1

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3350241/residents-indonesias-bali-resort-burning-trash-after-landfill-ban-organic-waste

[2026-04-16 12:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: KOSDAQ-listed bio firm to go under review for unfaithful disclosure

Snippet: SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's main bourse operator said Thursday it is set to review a bio firm, whose stocks rallied recently amid hype over its weight-loss drugs and oral insulin, to determine whether the firm violated disclosure regulations.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260416003300320

[2026-04-16 12:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Who's sick? Marcos 'lifts' sacks of rice to dispel health rumors anew

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday dispelled rumors anew about his health by repeatedly lifting a 10-kilo sack of rice like a dumbbell.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/16/news/whos-sick-marcos-lifts-sacks-of-rice-to-dispel-health-rumors-anew/2321558

[2026-04-16 12:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Economía de China crece 5% en el 1er trimestre y resiste el impacto inicial de la guerra en Irán

Snippet: HONG KONG (AP) — La economía de China se aceleró durante el primer trimestre del año, con un crecimiento del 5% respecto al año previo, según datos gubernamentales publicados el jueves, resistiendo hasta el momento los impactos iniciales de la guerra en Irán.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-economia-guerra-iran-85380c054e25aee3cbb3aec285ccf01c

[2026-04-16 12:37 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Sandiganbayan upholds conviction of ex-AFP store manager over missing goods

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/luzon/sandiganbayan-conviction-afp-store-norma-mendoza-missing-goods-isabela/

[2026-04-16 12:36 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Hyundai Electric builds Korea’s largest eco-friendly transformer

Snippet: HD Hyundai Electric said Thursday it has completed final approval testing for a 400-kilovolt, 460-megavolt-ampere eco-friendly transformer, the largest of its kind ever built in Korea by capacity.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718741

[2026-04-16 12:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: IMF lowers S. Korea's debt-to-GDP forecast: finance ministry

Snippet: SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's medium-term debt outlook has improved slightly compared with previous projections, an International Monetary Fund (IMF) report said Thursday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260416003500320

[2026-04-16 12:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: China's economy grows faster than expected despite Iran war

Snippet: China's economy grew faster than expected in the first three months of the year, even as countries around the world feel the impact of the US-Israel war with Iran.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gxjpekk19o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-16 12:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: AP News

Title: China's economy grows at 5% in first quarter

Snippet: Workers transfer bags of imported solid sulfur onto a truck in a port in Nanjing in eastern China’s Jiangsu province, Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (Chinatopix Via AP) CHINA OUT

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-economy-data-growth-e1dbb6d542c6c1b17f99671f4dcc7d81

[2026-04-16 12:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Clé de Peau Beauté Renews Global Partnership with UNICEF, Aiming to Reach an Additional 7.3 Million Girls

Snippet: TOKYO, April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Clé de Peau Beauté announced the renewal of its three-year global partnership with UNICEF, marking a new phase of commitment to empower an additional 7.3 million girls. With a total pledge of US$17.4 million since 2019, this represents the largest private sector contribution to UNICEF's Global Gender Equality Program that aims to accelerate positive change for adolescent girls.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718658

[2026-04-16 12:19 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Park Jihoon to host fan concerts in Seoul, Tokyo

Snippet: Park Jihoon is planning to hold shows in Seoul and Tokyo next month, announced agency YY Entertainment Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718654

[2026-04-16 12:15 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: China’s economic growth tops forecasts, war risks loom

Snippet: April 16, 2026 12:15 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/chinas-economic-growth-tops-forecasts-war-risks-loom/

[2026-04-16 12:11 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: COA: PH embassy officials not liable for stolen Mercedes-Benz van in Rome

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/commission-audit-decision-stolen-mercedes-benz-minivan-embassy-rome/

[2026-04-16 12:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: China's GDP growth accelerates to 5% despite Iran war

Snippet: Employees of Gstar Electronic Appliance assemble air fryers at a factory in Ningbo, in China's Zhejiang province. The government is aiming for 4.5%-5% GDP growth this year. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/china-s-gdp-growth-accelerates-to-5-despite-iran-war

[2026-04-16 12:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (2nd LD) N. Korea's Kim oversees artillery firing contest on state founder's birthday

Snippet: (ATTN: UPDATES with more info in paras 3, 8)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260416000452315

[2026-04-16 12:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fuel supply fears after blaze tears through crucial Australian refinery

Snippet: GEELONG, Australia — Towering columns of fire have engulfed a crucial Australian oil refinery after a chain of explosions, authorities said Thursday as they warned of disruptions to domestic fuel supply.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/16/world/asia-oceania/fuel-supply-fears-after-blaze-tears-through-crucial-australian-refinery/2321540

[2026-04-16 12:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: China economic growth accelerates to 5% in first quarter, beating expectations, on robust exports

Snippet: China's economy gathered steam in the first quarter, as robust exports growth offset tepid domestic demand, though the Iran war-fueled energy shock clouds growth outlook, threatening global demand.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/16/china-gdp-growth-first-quarter-exports-property-retail-sales-iran-war.html

[2026-04-16 12:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Thailand's water festival makes a splash as fuel prices dampen travel

Snippet: Revelers play with water as they celebrate the Songkran holiday, which marks the Thai New Year, in Bangkok on April 12. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/society/thailand-s-water-festival-makes-a-splash-as-fuel-prices-dampen-travel

[2026-04-16 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China records 5% GDP growth in first quarter, on track for annual target

Snippet: In a change from previous years, Beijing has made the annual economic growth target for 2026 a range from 4.5 per cent to 5 per cent

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/economic-indicators/article/3350237/china-records-5-gdp-growth-first-quarter-track-annual-target?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 12:00 UTC+10:00] [property investment] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China records 5% GDP growth in first quarter, on track for annual target

Snippet: In a change from previous years, Beijing has made the annual economic growth target for 2026 a range from 4.5 per cent to 5 per cent

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/economic-indicators/article/3350237/china-records-5-gdp-growth-first-quarter-track-annual-target

[2026-04-16 11:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Fire at Australian refinery fuels petrol shortage fears amid global oil crisis

Snippet: The Geelong plant is one of only two operating oil refineries in Australia and supplies 10 per cent of the country’s total demand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3350236/fire-australian-refinery-fuels-petrol-shortage-fears-amid-global-oil-crisis?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 11:57 UTC+10:00] [Melbourne] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Fire at Australian refinery fuels petrol shortage fears amid global oil crisis

Snippet: The Geelong plant is one of only two operating oil refineries in Australia and supplies 10 per cent of the country’s total demand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3350236/fire-australian-refinery-fuels-petrol-shortage-fears-amid-global-oil-crisis

[2026-04-16 11:44 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Army's military band to participate in largest US military music festival

Snippet: South Korea's military band will take part in the largest US military music festival this week aimed at boosting friendly ties between allies, officials said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718569

[2026-04-16 11:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Human Rights Watch finds China raises pressure on underground Catholics

Snippet: A man walks out from a pavilion near the Xishiku Catholic Church during a rainy day in Beijing, May 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Andy Wong, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-catholics-religious-freedom-pope-leo-f50b3819e9bd1765b18246394cf07dbb

[2026-04-16 11:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DOH rolls out food aid, health services to vulnerable sector affected by oil crisis

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday distributed free vegetables and health services to farmers, drivers, and village health workers affected by the oil crisis.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/16/news/doh-rolls-out-food-aid-health-services-to-vulnerable-sector-affected-by-oil-crisis/2321550

[2026-04-16 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Would more drastic measures help Philippines bring down fuel prices?

Snippet: The Philippines is one of the worst hit by the oil crisis, but its deregulation law prevents the government from capping fuel prices

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3350204/would-more-drastic-measures-help-philippines-bring-down-fuel-prices?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Para-Commuters Network] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Would more drastic measures help Philippines bring down fuel prices?

Snippet: The Philippines is one of the worst hit by the oil crisis, but its deregulation law prevents the government from capping fuel prices

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3350204/would-more-drastic-measures-help-philippines-bring-down-fuel-prices

[2026-04-16 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: By voicing their needs, Chinese women are normalising them

Snippet: In films and on social media, women in China are openly advocating for themselves and fighting taboos around women’s health

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3349986/voicing-their-needs-chinese-women-are-normalising-them?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-16 11:30 UTC+10:00] [female rights] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: By voicing their needs, Chinese women are normalising them

Snippet: In films and on social media, women in China are openly advocating for themselves and fighting taboos around women’s health

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3349986/voicing-their-needs-chinese-women-are-normalising-them

[2026-04-16 11:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Army's military band to participate in largest U.S. military music festival

Snippet: SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's military band will take part in the largest U.S. military music festival this week aimed at boosting friendly ties between allies, officials said Thursday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260416002300315

[2026-04-16 11:25 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Negros Occidental’s Panaad fest opens amid criticism over P50-M budget

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/negros-occidental-panaad-festival-budget-criticism-april-2026/

[2026-04-16 11:22 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul approves first self-driving freight transport service

Snippet: South Korea has granted its first approval for paid autonomous freight transport, allowing a local self-driving startup, RideFlux Inc., to begin operations, the transport ministry said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718540

[2026-04-16 11:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: The 'becoming Chinese' meme highlights China's growing soft power

Snippet: A foreign tourist poses next to a Chinese couple dressed in imperial costumes near the Forbidden City, in Beijing, on Sunday, April 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-soft-power-rise-c6aede1c6eb66a776a7ae3b5477e2661

[2026-04-16 11:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Bessent Keeps Running Tally Of China As "Unreliable Global Partner" - Count Now Stands At Three

Snippet: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told reporters Tuesday that Beijing’s panic hoarding of crude and refined products, while refusing to join the rest of the world in releasing supplies to offset the Gulf energy shock, has now demonstrated for the third time in five years that China is an "unreliable global partner."

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/bessent-keeps-running-tally-china-unreliable-global-partner-count-now-stands-three

[2026-04-16 11:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan's Nikkei average rises above record high in intraday trading

Snippet: Japanese stocks jumped on Thursday morning, following a rally on Wall Street as investors grow optimistic about the possibility of further U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks. (Photo by Nanami Sato)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/japan-s-nikkei-average-rises-above-record-high-in-intraday-trading