Topic: Asia Pacific — Neutral reports only
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[2026-04-14 18:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: A Pakistani JF-17 Thunder fighter jet: Islamabad sent military aircraft and troops to Saudi Arabia on April 11 under the terms of its defence pact with the kingdom. © Reuters
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[2026-04-14 18:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday announced the extension of the filing of income tax returns (ITR) to May 15, 2026.
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[2026-04-14 18:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chinese vice-premier to visit major gas field in Turkmenistan as Beijing aims to shore up energy security and diversify away from volatile maritime routes
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[2026-04-14 18:30 UTC+10:00] [Russia] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chinese vice-premier to visit major gas field in Turkmenistan as Beijing aims to shore up energy security and diversify away from volatile maritime routes
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[2026-04-14 18:25 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Michael West Media
Snippet: April 14, 2026 18:25 | News
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[2026-04-14 18:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: FILE -Head coach Patrick Fischer of Switzerland reacts during the group B match between Latvia and Switzerland at the ice hockey world championship in Riga, Latvia, May 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Roman Koksarov, File)
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[2026-04-14 18:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: South Korea’s discount-store chain Daiso, operated by Asung Daiso, topped 4 trillion won ($3 billion) in sales for the first time last year, fueled by rising demand for budget-friendly goods amid prolonged inflation.
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[2026-04-14 18:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Middle East Eye
Snippet: China has condemned the United States’ blockade of Iranian ports, warning the move risks deepening instability in the region.
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[2026-04-14 18:15 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-14 18:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: To avoid future supply shocks, the government aims to raise renewable generation to 70 per cent of the energy mix by 2050
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[2026-04-14 18:13 UTC+10:00] [Johor] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: To avoid future supply shocks, the government aims to raise renewable generation to 70 per cent of the energy mix by 2050
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[2026-04-14 18:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: SEOUL, April 14 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will attend a multilateral meeting this week on joint efforts to stabilize the Strait of Hormuz, including ways to ensure free and safe passage through the waterway in the event of an end to the Middle East conflict, officials said Tuesday.
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[2026-04-14 18:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Seattle Kraken (34-35-11, in the Pacific Division) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (38-26-17, in the Pacific Division)
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[2026-04-14 18:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Colorado Avalanche (53-16-11, in the Central Division) vs. Calgary Flames (33-38-9, in the Pacific Division)
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[2026-04-14 18:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: San Jose Sharks (38-34-8, in the Pacific Division) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (28-39-14, in the Central Division)
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[2026-04-14 18:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Los Angeles Kings (35-26-19, in the Pacific Division) vs. Vancouver Canucks (24-48-8, in the Pacific Division)
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[2026-04-14 18:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Anaheim Ducks (42-32-6, in the Pacific Division) vs. Minnesota Wild (45-24-12, in the Central Division)
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[2026-04-14 18:08 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-14 18:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: China has called the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz a "dangerous and irresponsible act" that will further enflame tensions in the region.
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[2026-04-14 18:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi speaks with the media at the headquarters of the Maritime Self-Defense Force, in Yokosuka, Japan, on Jan. 30. © Reuters
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[2026-04-14 17:53 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Supplementary budget targets production slump, mid-budget gap, declining theater demand
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[2026-04-14 17:52 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: eBay Japan said Monday it held the “2026 Qoo10 Japan Mega Debut Awards” to mark the first anniversary of its Mega Debut program and unveil future strategies.
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[2026-04-14 17:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Melaka police called the man’s act extremely dangerous, posing a risk to passengers and other road users
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[2026-04-14 17:46 UTC+10:00] [Melaka police] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Melaka police called the man’s act extremely dangerous, posing a risk to passengers and other road users
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[2026-04-14 17:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: A bulk carrier and tanker sit anchored off Muscat, Oman, on March 9. The Iran war has severely disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Gulf of Oman to the Persian Gulf. © Reuters
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[2026-04-14 17:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: CEBU CITY, Philippines – Ethan Lago turned early adversity into a commanding triumph, showcasing composure beyond his years to outplay Lucas Revilleza and secure a three-stroke victory in the boys’ 7-10 division of the ICTSI Alta Vista Junior PGT Championship on Tuesday at Alta Vista Golf and Country Club here on Tuesday.
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[2026-04-14 17:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Chinese President Xi Jinping, left, and Vietnam's new leader To Lam, who is on a three-day visit to China. (Source photos by Reuters)
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[2026-04-14 17:34 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-04-14 17:26 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-04-14 17:24 UTC+10:00] [ASIA PACIFIC] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Monday a "major" defense partnership with Indonesia following a meeting with the Southeast Asian nation's defense minister at the Pentagon.
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[2026-04-14 17:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South Korea
Snippet: (ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; UPDATES with details of envoys; ADDS byline) By Kim Eun-jung and Kim Seung-yeon
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[2026-04-14 17:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From Japan’s sakura season rift to a defamation hearing, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting
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[2026-04-14 17:15 UTC+10:00] [Yangon] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From Japan’s sakura season rift to a defamation hearing, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting
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[2026-04-14 17:12 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-14 17:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AfricaNews
Snippet: The meeting, held during a two‑day visit, comes as Spain seeks to position itself between major powers while pushing for diplomatic solutions to the conflict in Iran. Sánchez is also scheduled to meet Premier Li Qiang and top legislator Zhao Leji before departing on Wednesday, underlining the importance of the trip for Spain’s foreign policy.
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[2026-04-14 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: BBC News
Snippet: A 90-year-old woman in South Korea has been sentenced to a year in jail for helping her son to launder profits from drug trafficking.
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[2026-04-14 16:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chinese brands like Mixue, BYD, and Geely are surging into Brazil, leveraging strong trade ties and local strategies for growth
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[2026-04-14 16:57 UTC+10:00] [Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chinese brands like Mixue, BYD, and Geely are surging into Brazil, leveraging strong trade ties and local strategies for growth
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[2026-04-14 16:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: RT News
Snippet: A breach of trust by the US led to the collapse of the Islamabad talks to end the Middle East conflict, a top Iranian diplomat has told RT India.
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[2026-04-14 16:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SINGAPORE, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunwave made its debut at GITEX Asia 2026 this week, using the regional platform to showcase new wireless solutions and announce the upgrade of its International Headquarters (IHQ) in Singapore, a move aimed at reinforcing its Asia-Pacific service and delivery capabilities.
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[2026-04-14 16:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Textile workers returning to their hometowns wait to board a train in Surat, India, on March 16, 2026. More than 250,000 of about 1 million workers have left the city since early March, according to the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry. © AP
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[2026-04-14 16:37 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-14 16:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Snippet: Senior Chinese diplomat Sun Weidong has been dismissed from his post as vice minister of foreign affairs, in the latest case of a high-ranking official being removed from office by Beijing.
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[2026-04-14 16:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — PHILIPPINE Olympic Committee (POC) president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino declared it’s all systems go for the participation of 101 athletes in the 6th Asian Beach Games set April 22 to 30 in Sanya, China.
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[2026-04-14 16:27 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-04-14 16:26 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: South Korea’s National Pension Service saw the value of its domestic equity holdings nearly triple over the past year, with more than half of the gains concentrated in two tech giants — Samsung Electronics and SK hynix.
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[2026-04-14 16:26 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Despite several recent high-profile accidents that claimed multiple lives, South Korea recorded its lowest number of workplace deaths in the first quarter since 2022, data showed Tuesday.
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[2026-04-14 16:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Japan's Nikkei Stock Average jumped more than 1,400 points at one point during morning trade on April 14. (Photo by Nanami Sato)
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[2026-04-14 16:10 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.
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[2026-04-14 16:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Ramil Madriaga, alleged former bagman of Vice President Sara Duterte, said the P125 million in confidential funds of the Office of this Vice President in 2022 was "disposed of" in less than 24 hours.
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