[2026-04-15 17:35 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Near half of teachers experienced violence from students: survey

Snippet: About 58.6 percent of teachers in South Korea said they had either experienced violence from students or witnessed a colleague being targeted, a survey by a teachers’ union showed Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718095

[2026-04-15 17:32 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Rattled by Trump, US allies eye Japan’s biggest arms opening since WW2

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/asia-pacific/usa-allies-eye-japan-arms-export/

[2026-04-15 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: AGIBOT and Longcheer Technology Achieve World's First Embodied AI Deployment in Consumer Electronics Precision Manufacturing Mass-Production Line

Snippet: NANCHANG, China, April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AGIBOT, a leading robotics company specializing in embodied intelligence, today announced the successful deployment of its AGIBOT G2 robots into a live consumer electronic precision manufacturing environment operated by Longcheer Technology, a global leader in smart device ODM manufacturing. The project marks the world's first large-scale industrial implementation of embodied AI systems within core production workflows in consumer electronics manufacturing.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718083

[2026-04-15 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Brazil blacklists China’s BYD, how batteries might get a quality upgrade: 7 EV reads

Snippet: From Telsa regaining world’s top spot to Chinese carmakers gaining rapid ground in Europe, here are seven EV stories you may have missed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3350112/brazil-blacklists-chinas-byd-how-batteries-might-get-quality-upgrade-7-ev-reads?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 17:30 UTC+10:00] [electric and new energy vehicles] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Brazil blacklists China’s BYD, how batteries might get a quality upgrade: 7 EV reads

Snippet: From Telsa regaining world’s top spot to Chinese carmakers gaining rapid ground in Europe, here are seven EV stories you may have missed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3350112/brazil-blacklists-chinas-byd-how-batteries-might-get-quality-upgrade-7-ev-reads

[2026-04-15 17:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) S. Korea has no plans to pay Iran for passage of stranded ships in Strait of Hormuz: FM

Snippet: (ATTN: CHANGES headline, lead; UPDATES with FM's remarks in paras 2-3; TRIMS) By Kim Seung-yeon

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415008151315

[2026-04-15 17:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Warner Bros. unveils ‘The Lord of the Rings: Hunt for Gollum’ cast with returning stars, new additions

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood are set to reprise their roles in “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum,” as Warner Bros. confirmed a cast that also includes new additions Kate Winslet and Jamie Dornan ahead of the film’s planned 2027 release.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/15/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/warner-bros-unveils-the-lord-of-the-rings-hunt-for-gollum-cast-with-returning-stars-new-additions/2320685

[2026-04-15 17:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: The Hashgraph Group and Teleport to Develop Digital Customs Documentation System for Southeast Asian eCommerce Trade

Snippet: An AI-driven Digital Customs Documentation System built on Hedera's distributed ledger technology that enhances speed, security, and transparency for cross border trade, leveraging Teleport's cross border eCommerce logistics expertise.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718073

[2026-04-15 17:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Philippines' Media Display Solutions Wins Silver at NEXT Awards for Southeast Asia's First Sky Projection Innovation

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines, April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Media Display Solutions (MDS), the technology and innovation arm of United Neon Media Group (UNMG), has earned Silver at the recent NEXT Awards Philippines under the "Most Innovative OOH/DOOH Marketing Campaign" category. This marks a major milestone not just for MDS but across the out-of-home (OOH) media in Southeast Asia.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718071

[2026-04-15 17:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysian man jailed in Singapore for raping, robbing Filipino helper

Snippet: Harvin Velanggany also saw an Indian man, whose case is pending before the courts, allegedly assault the victim previously

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3350145/malaysian-man-jailed-singapore-raping-robbing-filipino-helper?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 17:19 UTC+10:00] [Rochor] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysian man jailed in Singapore for raping, robbing Filipino helper

Snippet: Harvin Velanggany also saw an Indian man, whose case is pending before the courts, allegedly assault the victim previously

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3350145/malaysian-man-jailed-singapore-raping-robbing-filipino-helper

[2026-04-15 17:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Beijing and Hong Kong march in lockstep on 'security education day'

Snippet: A flag-raising ceremony is held at the Hong Kong Police College to mark National Security Education Day on April 15. (China News Service/VCG via Getty Images)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/hong-kong-security-law/beijing-and-hong-kong-march-in-lockstep-on-security-education-day

[2026-04-15 17:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Wong Chuk Hang became Hong Kong’s answer to Beijing’s 798

Snippet: Affordable rents and expansive spaces have attracted galleries to the southside district, fostering a vibrant art community beyond Central

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3350111/how-wong-chuk-hang-became-hong-kongs-answer-beijings-798?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 17:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Wong Chuk Hang became Hong Kong’s answer to Beijing’s 798

Snippet: Affordable rents and expansive spaces have attracted galleries to the southside district, fostering a vibrant art community beyond Central

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3350111/how-wong-chuk-hang-became-hong-kongs-answer-beijings-798

[2026-04-15 17:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Best things to do in Gwangju, South Korea, from viral food trends to architecture

Snippet: Gwangju is known for its fine architecture, including traditional Korean hanok houses, as well as its cafes and a certain sticky rice cake

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3350101/best-things-do-gwangju-south-korea-viral-food-trends-architecture?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 17:15 UTC+10:00] [Gwangju] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Best things to do in Gwangju, South Korea, from viral food trends to architecture

Snippet: Gwangju is known for its fine architecture, including traditional Korean hanok houses, as well as its cafes and a certain sticky rice cake

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3350101/best-things-do-gwangju-south-korea-viral-food-trends-architecture

[2026-04-15 17:11 UTC+10:00] [Indonesia] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In Indonesia, leaked plan for US military overflights triggers sovereignty row

Snippet: Internal warnings reveal a government split over risks that blanket access for US warplanes could drag Indonesia into foreign conflicts

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3350143/indonesia-leaked-plan-us-military-overflights-triggers-sovereignty-row

[2026-04-15 17:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Philippine transport workers stage 3-day strike as fuel prices soar

Snippet: Jeepney drivers stage a protest in Quezon City in Metro Manila demanding government support as fuel prices continue to rise. (Photo by Ramon Royandoyan)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/iran-tensions/iran-war/philippine-transport-workers-stage-3-day-strike-as-fuel-prices-soar

[2026-04-15 17:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea shared data on stranded ships in Strait of Hormuz with U.S., Gulf states as well: FM

Snippet: SEOUL, April 15 (Yonhap) -- South Korea has provided data on its ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz not only with Iran but with the United States and the Gulf nations as well, its top diplomat said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415008100315

[2026-04-15 17:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea secures 273m barrels of crude oil, 2.1 m tons of naphtha by year-end: presidential aide

Snippet: South Korea has secured 273 million barrels of crude oil by the end of this year from four nations in the Middle East, presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718048

[2026-04-15 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (2nd LD) S. Korea secures 273 mln barrels of crude oil, 2.1 mln tons of naphtha by year-end: presidential aide

Snippet: (ATTN: ADDS more details in paras 6, 11-17, photo)By Kim Eun-jung

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415006552315

[2026-04-15 16:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: UAE passport ranks No 2 most powerful in the world | The National

Snippet: The UAE passport has climbed to its highest-ever position in the Henley Passport Index, and is now tied at No 2 alongside Japan and South Korea, with access to 187 visa-free destinations. The passport climbed up three spots from January, when it was ranked at No 5.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/travel/2026/04/15/uae-passport-global-ranking-emirati/

[2026-04-15 16:39 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: I-dle’s Miyeon to perform at Japan’s JJ Festival

Snippet: Miyeon of I-dle is set to take the stage at a major music festival in Japan.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718029

[2026-04-15 16:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: China’s Xi meets Russian FM Lavrov, calls relations with Moscow ‘precious’

Snippet: Chinese President Xi Jinping has met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and pressed for “closer and stronger strategic coordination” between Beijing and Moscow, according to state media.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/15/chinas-xi-meets-russian-fm-lavrov-calls-relations-with-moscow-precious

[2026-04-15 16:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Gulf is trade linchpin in key Asia corridor, BlackRock executive says | The National

Snippet: The Gulf’s role as a central connector between Asia and Pakistan is set to endure, even as countries rethink supply chains in response to rising geopolitical risk.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2026/04/15/gulf-is-trade-linchpin-in-key-asia-corridor-blackrock-executive-says/

[2026-04-15 16:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Samsung denies TV crisis, flags China challenges

Snippet: Samsung Electronics pushed back against market speculation of a crisis in its TV business, saying concerns are overstated despite ongoing challenges.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718021

[2026-04-15 16:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Why China’s EUV ambitions are unlikely this decade

Snippet: Prototype progress contrasts with steep barriers to mass production

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718019

[2026-04-15 16:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: UN nuclear chief urges strict Iran checks in any deal to end war

Snippet: Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi speaks during a press conference in Seoul, South Korea, Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (Kim Hong-Ji/Pool Photo via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iaea-iran-grossi-us-nuclear-f96d4f5f5a0b086fec5ddba158a36145

[2026-04-15 16:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Chinese robotaxi companies forge ahead with UAE expansion despite Iran war

Snippet: BEIJING — At least three Chinese robotaxi companies are pressing ahead with expansion plans in the Middle East despite the ongoing Iran war.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/15/china-robotaxi-didi-weride-baidu-dubai-uae-expansion.html

[2026-04-15 16:23 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Who is Eduardo Oban, Marcos’ new national security adviser?

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/things-to-know-eduardo-oban-marcos-national-security-adviser/

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

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea's nonproliferation commitment 'full, unambiguous' amid nuclear-powered subs push: IAEA chief

Snippet: SEOUL, April 15 (Yonhap) -- South Korea has shown a "full" and "unambiguous" commitment to nonproliferation, the head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog said Wednesday, underscoring the importance of "ironclad" assurances that efforts such as its nuclear-powered submarine initiative are unrelated to nuclear weapons.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415006900315

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul shared ship info with US, Gulf nations as well as Iran: minister

Snippet: I’m a staff reporter for The Korea Herald, covering national security and foreign policy across the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly. Before entering journalism, I served as an Air Force lieutenant, working as an interpreter and junior planner at the ROK–US Combined Forces Command.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10717989

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: RIMAN's Parent Company Announces Sponsored Research Agreement to Advance Araliadiol Using Organ-on-a-Chip Technology

Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea, April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ASK Company, the parent company of RIMAN, has entered into a sponsored research agreement with Mitragotri Laboratory at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences to validate the functionality and effectiveness of its proprietary ingredient, Araliadiol, derived from Giant BYoungPool™.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10717984

[2026-04-15 16:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

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

Snippet: (ATTN: UPDATES with more details from para 4)By Kim Eun-jung

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415006551315

[2026-04-15 16:04 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Año quits; Marcos names ex-AFP chief Oban as new national security adviser

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/eduardo-ano-resigns-national-security-adviser/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trump will head to Beijing amid warming trend in sentiment about China at home

Snippet: Pew research finds majority of Americans have negative views but positive opinions have nearly doubled since 2023

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350109/trump-will-head-beijing-amid-warming-trend-sentiment-about-china-home?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trump will head to Beijing amid warming trend in sentiment about China at home

Snippet: Pew research finds majority of Americans have negative views but positive opinions have nearly doubled since 2023

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350109/trump-will-head-beijing-amid-warming-trend-sentiment-about-china-home

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese create ‘wealthy’ online personas by buying exotic ‘lifestyle photos’ warned of legal risks

Snippet: ‘Real-life’ pictures of yachts, helicopters, luxury cars, horse riding excursions used to boost business profile, chance of romantic encounters

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3350006/chinese-create-wealthy-online-personas-buying-exotic-lifestyle-photos-warned-legal-risks?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese create ‘wealthy’ online personas by buying exotic ‘lifestyle photos’ warned of legal risks

Snippet: ‘Real-life’ pictures of yachts, helicopters, luxury cars, horse riding excursions used to boost business profile, chance of romantic encounters

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3350006/chinese-create-wealthy-online-personas-buying-exotic-lifestyle-photos-warned-legal-risks

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

Source: South Korea

Title: Global investment firms express hope for enhanced partnership with S. Korea

Snippet: SEOUL, April 15 (Yonhap) -- Senior executives of global investment and asset management firms have expressed hope for stronger partnerships with South Korea, Seoul's finance ministry said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415003400320

[2026-04-15 15:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [ANN] Indonesian children fear losing learning, entertainment under social media ban

Snippet: JAKARTA, Indonesia (Jakarta Post/ANN) -- Kalam, an 11-year-old from Bekasi, West Java, usually spends one to two hours on weekends playing with his friends on Roblox, a popular sandbox platform for all ages, where he enjoys adventure and car racing games.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10717943

[2026-04-15 15:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [ANN] Ongoing exhibition shares stories of China-foreign craftsmanship exchanges

Snippet: BEIJING (China Daily/ANN) -- At the ongoing ancient lacquerware exhibition at the Suzhou Museum, Jiangsu province, one particular piece commands attention: executed in black lacquer and richly ornamented with carved lacquer motifs and mother-of-pearl inlay, the incense stand is supported on four gently outward-curving legs.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10717942

[2026-04-15 15:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [ANN] Filipino girl group BINI grateful for overwhelming support after historic Coachella debut

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines (Philippine Daily Inquirer/ANN) -- BINI is still riding high on the bliss of their historic debut at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, as the members expressed their gratitude to their dedicated fans (or Blooms), fellow Filipinos, and even the casual viewers who showed their support.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10717941

[2026-04-15 15:49 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: IAEA chief says Iran enrichment freeze a ‘political decision,' stresses verification

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.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10717934

[2026-04-15 15:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: A Singapore eatery charged a US$1.57 water fee – then came a flood of 1-star reviews

Snippet: Eat First’s review bombing highlights the performative nature of online protests without lasting change

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3350124/singapore-eatery-charged-us157-water-fee-then-came-flood-1-star-reviews?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 15:40 UTC+10:00] [Cantonese] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: A Singapore eatery charged a US$1.57 water fee – then came a flood of 1-star reviews

Snippet: Eat First’s review bombing highlights the performative nature of online protests without lasting change

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3350124/singapore-eatery-charged-us157-water-fee-then-came-flood-1-star-reviews

[2026-04-15 15:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

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

Snippet: SEOUL, April 15 (Yonhap) -- South Korea has secured 273 million barrels of crude oil by the end of this year from four nations in the Middle East, presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415006500315

[2026-04-15 15:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China set to issue US$2.3b in offshore bonds as demand for yuan-backed assets grows

Snippet: A planned sale of yuan-denominated bonds in Hong Kong, the largest since 2023, comes as investors seek shelter amid Middle East tensions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3350130/china-sell-us23-billion-bonds-hong-kong-biggest-deal-2023?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 15:29 UTC+10:00] [dim sum bonds] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China set to issue US$2.3b in offshore bonds as demand for yuan-backed assets grows

Snippet: A planned sale of yuan-denominated bonds in Hong Kong, the largest since 2023, comes as investors seek shelter amid Middle East tensions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3350130/china-sell-us23-billion-bonds-hong-kong-biggest-deal-2023

[2026-04-15 15:27 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Google Korea tax up 18%, still far below estimated earnings

Snippet: Google paid 28.3 billion won ($19.2 million) in corporate tax in South Korea last year, up 18 percent from a year earlier, but far below academic estimates of its actual earnings in the local market, newly disclosed audit reports showed Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10717894