[2026-04-10 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Nepal issues arrest warrant for ex-PM Deuba in graft probe

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/10/world/asia-oceania/nepal-issues-arrest-warrant-for-ex-pm-deuba-in-graft-probe/2317256

[2026-04-10 01:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: India’s Assam and Kerala states hold legislative assembly elections

Snippet: Millions of ‌Indians have voted in local elections in two states and a federally-governed territory, kicking ⁠off four key ⁠contests scheduled this month as a test of support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/9/indias-assam-and-kerala-states-hold-legislative-assembly-elections

[2026-04-10 01:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: IMF warns Iran war shock to slow global growth, with a downgrade coming next week

Snippet: Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), listens during a briefing in Beijing, China, Dec. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/imf-global-economy-downgrade-war-tariff-f70405a5ef0526371bd7b577b13c4796

[2026-04-10 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hormuz toll debate: China experts propose ‘innovative’ solutions as impasse persists

Snippet: Analysts also warn that Trump’s ‘joint venture’ plan with Iran could formalise a grey zone, while Beijing balances its roles as mediator and energy importer

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3349545/hormuz-toll-debate-china-experts-propose-innovative-solutions-impasse-persists?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-10 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Yuan tokens and oil-linked fees? China experts propose ‘innovative’ Hormuz tolls

Snippet: Analysts also warn that Trump’s ‘joint venture’ plan with Iran could formalise a grey zone, while Beijing balances its roles as mediator and energy importer

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3349545/hormuz-toll-debate-china-experts-propose-innovative-solutions-impasse-persists

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China to defend world team championships title without table tennis star Fan Zhendong

Snippet: National Games champion pulls out of tournament in London in April for ‘personal reasons’, sparking fan fears over men’s team’s chances

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3349512/china-defend-world-team-championships-title-without-table-tennis-star-fan-zhendong?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Table tennis star Fan Zhendong skips China’s World Team Championships title defence

Snippet: National Games champion pulls out of tournament in London in April for ‘personal reasons’, sparking fan fears over men’s team’s chances

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3349512/china-defend-world-team-championships-title-without-table-tennis-star-fan-zhendong

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

Source: AP News

Title: Ecosistema en Indonesia amenazado por industria de la minería

Snippet: Un buzo en las aguas de Raja Ampat, Indonesia, el 7 de marzo del 2026. (AP foto/Claudia Rosel)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/indonesia-ecosistema-amenazado-f47a2733e96ddb91de96aff6059e9a84

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Hontiveros: driver faces violation of Bawal Bastos Law for lewd remarks vs Xyriel Manabat

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros said the Grab driver who made lewd remarks against actress Xyriel Manabat may be charged with violating the Safe Spaces Act.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/09/news/hontiveros-driver-faces-violation-of-bawal-bastos-law-for-lewd-remarks-vs-xyriel-manabat/2317503

[2026-04-10 00:36 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Trump warns of major escalation if peace process with Iran fails | 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-9-2026/

[2026-04-10 00:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: England to play World Cup warm-up games in Florida

Snippet: England players pose for photographers before the start of the International friendly soccer match between England and Japan in London, Tuesday, March 31, 2026 . (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/england-world-cup-games-198186163390575b6142a5719d655b04

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: For Asia, US-Iran ceasefire offers little relief – and much uncertainty

Snippet: What may be coming is neither stable peace nor uninterrupted war, but something in between: a prolonged condition of managed instability

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3349425/asia-us-iran-ceasefire-offers-little-relief-and-much-uncertainty?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: For Asia, US-Iran ceasefire offers little relief – and much uncertainty

Snippet: What may be coming is neither stable peace nor uninterrupted war, but something in between: a prolonged condition of managed instability

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3349425/asia-us-iran-ceasefire-offers-little-relief-and-much-uncertainty

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

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: 7-Eleven owner delays plan to list US convenience store unit

Snippet: 7-Eleven stores in the U.S. have seen sales fall year-on-year for 23 straight months through February. (Photo by Mayumi Tsumita)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/ipo/7-eleven-owner-delays-plan-to-list-us-convenience-store-unit

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH embassy in Singapore lands in global magazine's 2026 'best embassy' list

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A global affairs and lifestyle magazine has recognized the Philippine Embassy in Singapore as one of the world’s “best” foreign embassies.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/09/news/ph-embassy-in-singapore-lands-in-global-magazines-2026-best-embassy-list/2317462

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

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Nissan to send 1,400 Middle East-bound SUVs to US instead

Snippet: The shift in exports will affect the Nissan Patrol, which is sold as the Armada in North America. (Photo by Shuhei Ochiai)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/nissan-to-send-1-400-middle-east-bound-suvs-to-us-instead

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How can Beijing prepare for Trump’s ‘drunken boxing’ style before his China visit?

Snippet: As Trump loomed large in both Iran war and subsequent pause, analysts weigh the importance of rhetoric vs results in his talks with China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3349519/how-can-beijing-prepare-trumps-drunken-boxing-style-his-china-visit?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-10 00:00 UTC+10:00] [Xi Jinping] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How can Beijing prepare for Trump’s ‘drunken boxing’ style before his China visit?

Snippet: As Trump loomed large in both Iran war and subsequent pause, analysts weigh the importance of rhetoric vs results in his talks with China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3349519/how-can-beijing-prepare-trumps-drunken-boxing-style-his-china-visit

[2026-04-09 23:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: BTS battle torrential rain to kick off $1bn world tour

Snippet: BTS were battered by the elements as they kicked off their marathon world tour in Goyang Stadium, South Korea.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq59qzzg93jo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-09 23:39 UTC+10:00] [Southeast Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Vietnam: all the power in To Lam’s grasping hands

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/vietnam-all-the-power-in-to-lams-grasping-hands/

[2026-04-09 23:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: N. Korean, Chinese FMs hold talks in Pyongyang on strengthening ties: report

Snippet: SEOUL, April 9 (Yonhap) -- The top diplomats of North Korea and China held talks in Pyongyang on Thursday and discussed strengthening bilateral relations, according to a Chinese media report.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260409011000320

[2026-04-09 23:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: We almost caught Atong Ang here in PH- Remulla

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines - Authorities nearly captured fugitive businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang at an undisclosed location in the Philippines, but arresting officers—including Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla—arrived too late, the DILG chief said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/09/news/we-almost-caught-atong-ang-here-in-ph-remulla/2317393

[2026-04-09 23:01 UTC+10:00] [Southeast Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Mooted South China Sea oil deal with China draws fire in Manila

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/mooted-south-china-sea-oil-deal-with-china-draws-fire-in-manila/

[2026-04-09 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: 2016 Arbitral Tribunal Ruling – Asia Times

Snippet: MANILA – Legislators, nationalists and other experts in the Philippines on Thursday questioned a proposed oil exploration deal with China in the disputed and mineral-rich South China Sea, which they warned would send mixed messages to a territorial foe. Talks of a possible oil exploration deal resurfaced last month after both countries convened the 11th Bilateral […]

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/tag/2016-arbitral-tribunal-ruling/

[2026-04-09 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China sidelined: EU shelves rare strategy debate as Middle East crisis takes priority

Snippet: Delay risks entrenching a policy vacuum as member states diverge and Brussels struggles to evolve its approach

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3349548/china-sidelined-eu-shelves-rare-strategy-debate-middle-east-crisis-takes-priority?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-09 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China sidelined: EU shelves rare debate as Middle East crisis takes priority

Snippet: Delay risks entrenching a policy vacuum as member states diverge and Brussels struggles to evolve its approach

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3349548/china-sidelined-eu-shelves-rare-strategy-debate-middle-east-crisis-takes-priority

[2026-04-09 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s yuan settlements hit record, and the Iran conflict is looking like a catalyst

Snippet: Single-day transactions via China’s Cross-border Interbank Payment System surge past 1 trillion yuan as Beijing’s moves to expand the yuan-payment network show signs of paying off

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3349516/chinas-yuan-settlements-hit-record-and-iran-conflict-looking-catalyst?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-09 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Conflict catalyst: China’s yuan settlements hit record amid Middle East tensions

Snippet: Single-day transactions via China’s Cross-border Interbank Payment System surge past 1 trillion yuan as Beijing’s moves to expand the yuan-payment network show signs of paying off

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3349516/chinas-yuan-settlements-hit-record-and-iran-conflict-looking-catalyst

[2026-04-09 22:57 UTC+10:00] [UK news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: A wolf that escaped from a zoo and a Sydney sunset: photos of the day - Thursday

Snippet: View image in fullscreenVissoie, SwitzerlandThis aerial photograph shows the Fios faultline in the Val d’Anniviers, canton of Valais. The fracture is gradually widening, raising fears of a partial mountainside collapse that could block the river below and cause flooding downstreamPhotograph: Fabrice Coffrini/AFP/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenMarseille, France A container ship operated by Ocean Network Express (ONE) sails off the south-eastern Mediterranean coast Photograph: Thibaud Moritz/AFP/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenAnnan, ScotlandRussell Findlay, the leader of the Scottish Conservatives, samples whisky during

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/news/gallery/2026/apr/09/escaped-wolf-zoo-south-korea-sydney-sunset-photos-of-the-day-thursday

[2026-04-09 22:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China throws the switch on battery buildout equal to 10 times US capacity in 2025

Snippet: China’s battery expansion plans highlight a widening gap with the US, as renewable energy demand fuels rapid growth in storage systems

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3349550/china-throws-switch-battery-buildout-equal-10-times-us-capacity-2025?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-09 22:40 UTC+10:00] [CATL] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China throws the switch on battery buildout equal to 10 times US capacity in 2025

Snippet: China’s battery expansion plans highlight a widening gap with the US, as renewable energy demand fuels rapid growth in storage systems

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3349550/china-throws-switch-battery-buildout-equal-10-times-us-capacity-2025

[2026-04-09 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s role in the Iran-US ceasefire reflects its strategic distance

Snippet: In taking a back seat in de-escalation efforts with Pakistan, China is decoupling its influence from responsibility

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3349462/chinas-role-iran-us-ceasefire-reflects-its-strategic-distance?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-09 22:30 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s role in the Iran-US ceasefire reflects its strategic distance

Snippet: In taking a back seat in de-escalation efforts with Pakistan, China is decoupling its influence from responsibility

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3349462/chinas-role-iran-us-ceasefire-reflects-its-strategic-distance

[2026-04-09 22:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Financial watchdog orders Hanwha Solutions to submit revised share issue plan

Snippet: South Korea's financial regulator on Thursday ordered Hanwha Solutions Corp. to submit a revised filing over its plan to issue 2.4 trillion won ($1.6 billion) worth of shares, citing insufficient information.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10713987

[2026-04-09 22:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Financial watchdog orders Hanwha Solutions to submit revised share issue plan

Snippet: SEOUL, April 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's financial regulator on Thursday ordered Hanwha Solutions Corp. to submit a revised filing over its plan to issue 2.4 trillion won (US$1.6 billion) worth of shares, citing insufficient information.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260409010900320

[2026-04-09 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China deploys new battlefield AI in command tent. It outsmarts everyone

Snippet: With over 90 per cent accurate recall, system delivers decisions in seconds, outperforming human commanders and traditional software alike

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3349429/china-deploys-new-battlefield-ai-command-tent-it-outsmarts-everyone?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-09 22:00 UTC+10:00] [United States] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China deploys new battlefield AI in command tent. It outsmarts everyone

Snippet: With over 90 per cent accurate recall, system delivers decisions in seconds, outperforming human commanders and traditional software alike

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3349429/china-deploys-new-battlefield-ai-command-tent-it-outsmarts-everyone

[2026-04-09 21:31 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Finland orders more K9 howitzers in $637m deal with Korea

Snippet: The Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency said Thursday it has signed an agreement with Finland to export K9 self-propelled howitzers from Hanwha Aerospace, in a deal worth 546 million euros ($637 million).

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10713715

[2026-04-09 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea inks deal to export 112 more K9 howitzers to Finland

Snippet: SEOUL, April 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will export an additional 112 units of its K9 self-propelled howitzers to Finland in an arms deal valued at some 940 billion won (US$634 million), the state arms procurement agency said Thursday, in what would be another boost for Seoul's push to export more weapons.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260409009100315

[2026-04-09 21:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Philippines unveils new coast guard command in disputed South China Sea

Snippet: The Philippine Coast Guard unveils its first dedicated command center in the Spratly island chain, a flashpoint in the disputed South China Sea that has been the site of repeated confrontations with Chinese vessels.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/09/videos/watch-philippines-unveils-new-coast-guard-command-in-disputed-south-china-sea/2317152

[2026-04-09 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Filipinas abre una base clave de guardacostas en el disputado mar de China Meridional

Snippet: En esta imagen proporcionada por la Guardia Costera filipina, el senador Erwin Tulfo, en el centro, posa con el almirante de guardacostas Ronnie Gil Gavan, segundo por la derecha, y otros efectivos en la recién inaugurado puesto del Grupo de Islas Distrito de Kalayaan, en la isla de Thitu, ocupada por Filipinas y también llamada Pag-asa, en el mar de China Meridional, el jueves 9 de abril de 2026.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-filipinas-mar-meridional-disputa-isla-12e312c613c31e987fcee88bffe62b5b

[2026-04-09 21:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Exito Media Concepts Announces the 34th Edition of the BFSI IT Summit Indonesia 2026

Snippet: Tech it to the Next Level: Shaping the Future of Indonesia's BFSI

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10713971

[2026-04-09 21:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Best Photos of April 9: Drone hits car in Gaza to vibrant voters in India | The National

Snippet: Flames engulf a car belonging to Palestinian journalist Mohammed Washeha in southern Gaza City on April 8. Broadcaster Al Jazeera said reporter Washeha was killed by an Israeli drone attack. AFPInfoFlames engulf a car belonging to Palestinian journalist Mohammed Washeha in southern Gaza City on April 8. Broadcaster Al Jazeera said reporter Washeha was killed by an Israeli drone attack.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/2026/04/09/best-photos-of-april-9-drone-hits-car-in-gaza-to-vibrant-voters-in-india/

[2026-04-09 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Taiwan should learn from mainland AI, KMT head Cheng Li-wun says

Snippet: The Taiwanese opposition leader was delivered milk tea by a drone at the headquarters of internet giant Meituan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3349540/taiwan-should-learn-mainland-ai-kmt-head-cheng-li-wun-says?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-09 21:00 UTC+10:00] [AI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Taiwan should learn from mainland AI, KMT head Cheng Li-wun says

Snippet: The Taiwanese opposition leader was delivered milk tea by a drone at the headquarters of internet giant Meituan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3349540/taiwan-should-learn-mainland-ai-kmt-head-cheng-li-wun-says

[2026-04-09 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesian activists target Myanmar’s president in genocide case against him

Snippet: The complaint seeks to hold Min Aung Hlaing accountable for international crimes in an Indonesian court, following recent legal changes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3349532/indonesian-activists-target-myanmars-president-genocide-case-against-him?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-09 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Min Aung Hlaing] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesian activists target Myanmar’s president in genocide case against him

Snippet: The complaint seeks to hold Min Aung Hlaing accountable for international crimes in an Indonesian court, following recent legal changes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3349532/indonesian-activists-target-myanmars-president-genocide-case-against-him

[2026-04-09 20:56 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: ‘Chinese forces’ fire flares at PCG aircraft flying over West PH Sea

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — “Chinese forces” on Thursday afternoon fired flares at an unarmed Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) aircraft patrolling the West Philippine Sea, in what an official called “a clear and deliberate act of bullying.”

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/472219/chinese-forces-fire-flares-at-pcg-aircraft-flying-over-west-ph-sea/

[2026-04-09 20:54 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Hanwha Aerospace halts review of Poongsan's ammunition unit acquisition

Snippet: Hanwha Aerospace Co., South Korea's leading defense systems manufacturer, said Thursday it has halted its review of acquiring the ammunition business of Poongsan Corp.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10713969

[2026-04-09 20:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Philippines unveils new coast guard base in South China Sea

Snippet: In this photo provided by the Philippine Coast Guard, Senator Erwin Tulfo, center, poses with Coast Guard, Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan, second from right, at the newly activated Coast Guard District Kalayaan Island Group at the Philippine occupied Thitu island locally called Pag-asa island at the South China Sea on Thursday April 9, 2026.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/south-china-sea-thitu-island-philippines-0880f88576273345a9efe850e0dbfef6