Topic: Asia Pacific - 5th Estate

Snippet: Rep. Choo Mi-ae, six-term lawmaker and ruling Democratic Party of Korea's candidate for governor of Gyeonggi Province, said Wednesday it was vital to complete semiconductor chip clusters in the province.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712600

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[2026-04-08 12:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Woman charged over Singapore crash that killed Indonesian girl in Chinatown

Snippet: The lawyer for the woman, reportedly an Indian national, asked for a gag order, citing online posts that were ‘of xenophobic nature’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3349318/woman-charged-over-singapore-crash-killed-indonesian-girl-chinatown?utm_source=rss_feed

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[2026-04-08 12:48 UTC+10:00] [driving without due care and attention causing death] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Woman charged over Singapore crash that killed Indonesian girl in Chinatown

Snippet: The lawyer for the woman, reportedly an Indian national, asked for a gag order, citing online posts that were ‘of xenophobic nature’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3349318/woman-charged-over-singapore-crash-killed-indonesian-girl-chinatown

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[2026-04-08 12:47 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea, ASEAN hold inaugural joint committee meeting to discuss upgrading bilateral FTA

Snippet: South Korea and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations on Wednesday held the inaugural meeting of a joint committee designed to discuss improvements to their bilateral free trade agreement, Seoul's trade ministry said.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712597

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[2026-04-08 12:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Nearly 80,000 tech jobs cut in Q1, but AI's full impact may be yet to come

Snippet: Cognizant, one of the world's largest IT service providers, has set up AI labs in San Francisco and Bengaluru to develop new tools for its outsourcing clients. ( Photo by Yifan Yu)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/artificial-intelligence/nearly-80-000-tech-jobs-cut-in-q1-but-ai-s-full-impact-may-be-yet-to-come

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[2026-04-08 12:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: World Bank sees PH growth slump to 3.7% in 2026

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The country’s economic growth is expected to remain subdued this year amid the heightened Middle East conflict, the World Bank said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/business/world-bank-sees-ph-growth-slump-to-37-in-2026/2316017

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[2026-04-08 12:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Ex-Japan PM calls for Seoul-Tokyo cooperation at UN level to help reopen Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: Former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Wednesday called for South Korea and Japan to work together, such as at the UN level, to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing deepening supply disruptions from the war against Iran that are affecting the global economy.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712548

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[2026-04-08 12:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S-Oil donates W475m to support firefighters

Snippet: S-Oil said Wednesday it has donated 475 million won ($321,000) to support firefighters, in partnership with the National Fire Agency and the Korea National Council on Social Welfare, at its headquarters in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712538

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[2026-04-08 12:27 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Cheong Wa Dae convenes meeting over N. Korea's missile launch, urges Pyongyang to stop provocations

Snippet: The Office of National Security at Cheong Wa Dae held an emergency meeting Wednesday after North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles toward the East Sea, calling for Pyongyang to immediately stop provocations.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712527

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[2026-04-08 12:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea, ASEAN hold inaugural joint committee meeting to discuss upgrading bilateral FTA

Snippet: SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Wednesday held the inaugural meeting of a joint committee designed to discuss improvements to their bilateral free trade agreement (FTA), Seoul's trade ministry said.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408004300320

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[2026-04-08 12:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Ex-Japan PM calls for Seoul-Tokyo cooperation at U.N. level to help reopen Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- Former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Wednesday called for South Korea and Japan to work together, such as at the U.N. level, to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing deepening supply disruptions from the war against Iran that are affecting the global economy.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408004400315

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[2026-04-08 12:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: If you are coming to Osaka, the Universal Studios city area is the place to be the perfect base for Osaka sightseeing: Official Universal Studios Japan Hotel "Oriental Hotel Universal City"

Snippet: TOKYO, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Osaka is one of Japan's most popular destinations for international travelers. Historically a thriving merchant city, Osaka is famous for its vibrant atmosphere, the warmth of its people, and a rich, diverse culinary scene. From local favorites like "takoyaki" and "okonomiyaki" to world-class shopping and entertainment, the city offers an accessible and exciting experience that draws visitors from across the globe.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712500

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[2026-04-08 12:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (2nd LD) S. Korea posts largest-ever current account surplus in Feb. on semiconductor upcycle

Snippet: (ATTN: RECASTS headline with more details; ADDS comments, more info throughout, additional photo)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408001152320

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[2026-04-08 12:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Cheong Wa Dae convenes meeting over N. Korea's missile launch, urges Pyongyang to stop provocations

Snippet: SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- The Office of National Security at Cheong Wa Dae held an emergency meeting Wednesday after North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles toward the East Sea, calling for Pyongyang to immediately stop provocations.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408004100315

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[2026-04-08 12:10 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea, China to hold 14th round of FTA follow-up talks on service, investment

Snippet: South Korea and China are set to hold a fresh round of follow-up negotiations on service and investment under their bilateral free trade agreement, Seoul's trade ministry said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712456

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[2026-04-08 12:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Sara's lawyers file new petition 'questioning' impeachment probe

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The defense team of Vice President Sara Duterte on her impeachment case said that it filed a petition at the Supreme Court to "seek clarity" on some constitutional questions on the ongoing hearing at the House of Representatives.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/news/saras-lawyers-file-new-petition-questioning-impeachment-probe/2316008

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[2026-04-08 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea, China to hold 14th round of FTA follow-up talks on service, investment

Snippet: SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and China are set to hold a fresh round of follow-up negotiations on service and investment under their bilateral free trade agreement (FTA), Seoul's trade ministry said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408002300320

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[2026-04-08 12:00 UTC+10:00] [CULTURE] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: New Tanizaki collection illuminates ‘In Praise of Shadows’ origin

Snippet: In the aftermath of the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923, novelist Junichiro Tanizaki had to abandon his beloved Tokyo, relocate to Kansai and deal with culture shock in his own country.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2026/04/08/books/in-praise-of-shadows-translation-junichiro-tanizaki/

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[2026-04-08 11:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: BHP locked in stiff iron ore price talks with China's state-owned buyer

Snippet: Ships wait to be loaded with iron ore in Western Australia. Australia's resource majors are taking different approaches to negotiations with China. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/commodities/bhp-locked-in-stiff-iron-ore-price-talks-with-china-s-state-owned-buyer

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[2026-04-08 11:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (3rd LD) N. Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles in back-to-back launch

Snippet: (ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; ADDS details)By Lee Minji

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260326006053315

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[2026-04-08 11:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Economist, former Budget officials warn SC on fiscal, legal risks of unprogrammed appropriations

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A leading economist and former budget officials warned the Supreme Court that unprogrammed appropriations in recent national budgets pose serious risks to fiscal discipline, transparency, and development goals.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/news/economist-former-budget-officials-warn-sc-on-fiscal-legal-risks-of-unprogrammed-appropriations/2315998

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[2026-04-08 11:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (URGENT) N. Korea's ballistic missiles flew some 240 km: JCS

Snippet: (3rd LD) Lee says S. Korea, France agree to cooperate on safe passage through Strait of Hormuz

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408003900315

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[2026-04-08 11:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala gets main draw promotion at Stuttgart Open

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Instead of earning her spot through the qualifiers, Alexandra "Alex" Eala gets a direct main draw entry at the WTA 500 Stuttgart Open slated from April 13 to 19.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/sports/alex-eala-gets-main-draw-promotion-at-stuttgart-open/2315992

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[2026-04-08 11:34 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: NCT’s Jeno, Jaemin to tour Asia for fan meetups

Snippet: NCT's Jeno and Jaemin are planning to visit six cities in Asia from mid-June, their label SM Entertainment announced Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712376

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[2026-04-08 11:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: QC Black Bulls aim for greatness in MPBL Season 8

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City Black Bulls aim for greatness in the upcoming eighth season of Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) at one game at a time starting April 10 after a promising campaign in the preseason.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/sports/qc-black-bulls-aim-for-greatness-in-mpbl-season-8/2315991

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[2026-04-08 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s deportation drive strikes fear into asylum seekers, foreign residents

Snippet: Rights groups warn the government’s push to remove more undocumented migrants clashes with its duty to protect refugees

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3349313/japans-deportation-drive-strikes-fear-asylum-seekers-foreign-residents?utm_source=rss_feed

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[2026-04-08 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Afghanistan] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s deportation drive strikes fear into asylum seekers, foreign residents

Snippet: Rights groups warn the government’s push to remove more undocumented migrants clashes with its duty to protect refugees

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3349313/japans-deportation-drive-strikes-fear-asylum-seekers-foreign-residents

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[2026-04-08 11:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Seoul says N Korea fired 'unidentified projectile' Tuesday

Snippet: SEOUL — South Korea's military said on Wednesday that North Korea fired an "unidentified projectile" from its capital area the previous day.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/world/asia-oceania/seoul-says-n-korea-fired-unidentified-projectile-tuesday/2315995

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[2026-04-08 11:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Unemployment drops in Feb

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The number of unemployed Filipinos declined in February as labor market conditions improved, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/business/unemployment-drops-in-feb/2315984

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[2026-04-08 11:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (2nd LD) N. Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles in back-to-back launch

Snippet: (ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; ADDS details in paras 2-4)By Lee Minji

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260326006052315

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[2026-04-08 11:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore says no negotiations for Hormuz safe passage; transit is ‘right, not privilege’

Snippet: Vivian Balakrishnan says freedom of navigation is ‘of profound importance’ because it affects the Straits of Malacca and Singapore

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3349314/singapore-says-no-negotiations-hormuz-safe-passage-transit-right-not-privilege?utm_source=rss_feed

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[2026-04-08 11:16 UTC+10:00] [Strait of Hormuz] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore says no negotiations for Hormuz safe passage; transit is ‘right, not privilege’

Snippet: Vivian Balakrishnan says freedom of navigation is ‘of profound importance’ because it affects the Straits of Malacca and Singapore

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3349314/singapore-says-no-negotiations-hormuz-safe-passage-transit-right-not-privilege

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[2026-04-08 11:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala eyes third straight win over former French Open champ Ostapenko

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala eyes a third straight win over former French Open titlist Jelena Ostapenko as she faces the Latvian at the WTA 500 Linz Open round of 16 in Austria on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/sports/eala-eyes-third-straight-win-over-former-french-open-champ-ostapenko/2315983

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[2026-04-08 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Ancient China lavish toilet routines: nobles used silk, Empress Cixi had 28 maids to serve her

Snippet: During the Qing dynasty (1644–1912), public toilets charged usage fees, and some even featured novels and advertisements to attract patrons

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3349307/ancient-china-lavish-toilet-routines-nobles-used-silk-empress-cixi-had-28-maids-serve-her?utm_source=rss_feed

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[2026-04-08 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Ancient China lavish toilet routines: nobles used silk, Empress Cixi had 28 maids

Snippet: During the Qing dynasty (1644–1912), public toilets charged usage fees, and some even featured novels and advertisements to attract patrons

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3349307/ancient-china-lavish-toilet-routines-nobles-used-silk-empress-cixi-had-28-maids-serve-her

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[2026-04-08 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesian fisherman nets surprise catch – a Chinese underwater drone

Snippet: The device was discovered near the Lombok Strait, a strategically vital deepwater passage closely watched by the US and Australia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3349290/indonesian-fisherman-nets-surprise-catch-chinese-underwater-drone?utm_source=rss_feed

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[2026-04-08 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesian fisherman nets surprise catch – a Chinese underwater drone

Snippet: The device was discovered near the Lombok Strait, a strategically vital deepwater passage closely watched by the US and Australia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3349290/indonesian-fisherman-nets-surprise-catch-chinese-underwater-drone

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[2026-04-08 10:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Asian stocks surge and oil falls on US-Iran ceasefire

Snippet: Japan's benchmark Nikkei Stock Average surges after the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Hazumu Urushiyama)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/asian-stocks-surge-and-oil-falls-on-us-iran-ceasefire

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[2026-04-08 10:46 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: China, Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping

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/world/middle-east/china-russia-veto-united-nations-resolution-protect-hormuz-shipping/

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[2026-04-08 10:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Jessica Sanchez brings together OPM royalty for homecoming concert

Snippet: THE excitement surrounding Jessica Sanchez’s much-awaited return to the Philippines reaches new heights as her homecoming concert transforms into a full-scale musical spectacle. Set to take place at the Araneta Coliseum on Saturday, May 16, 2026, this already highly anticipated concert now promises even more unforgettable experience. It will be presented by Wilbros Live.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/tmt-newswire/jessica-sanchez-brings-together-opm-royalty-for-homecoming-concert/2315978

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[2026-04-08 10:35 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Nongshim to establish Russian subsidiary to expand Eurasian presence

Snippet: Nongshim Co., South Korea's leading instant noodle maker, said Wednesday it will establish a subsidiary in Russia in June as part of its strategy to expand into the Eurasian market.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712251

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[2026-04-08 10:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 4 suspects in fuel pilferage in Quezon City face raps

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) on Wednesday said it would file criminal charges against four suspects in an alleged diesel pilferage incident in the city.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/news/4-suspects-in-fuel-pilferage-in-quezon-city-face-raps/2315979

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[2026-04-08 10:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) N. Korea fires unidentified projectiles for 2nd straight day

Snippet: (ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; ADDS details throughout)By Lee Minji

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260326006051315

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[2026-04-08 10:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Nongshim to establish Russian subsidiary to expand Eurasian presence

Snippet: SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- Nongshim Co., South Korea's leading instant noodle maker, said Wednesday it will establish a subsidiary in Russia in June as part of its strategy to expand into the Eurasian market.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408002400320

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[2026-04-08 10:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: SMBC expands with 2nd US headquarters in North Carolina

Snippet: Sumitomo Mitsui Banking plans to set up its second U.S. headquarters in North Carolina, where over 230 Japanese companies operate. (Photo by Shihoko Nakaoka)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/finance/smbc-expands-with-2nd-us-headquarters-in-north-carolina

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[2026-04-08 10:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Timekettle Debuts at GITEX Asia 2026 with Award-Winning W4 AI Interpreter Earbuds

Snippet: SINGAPORE, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Global AI communication company Timekettle will make its debut at GITEX Asia 2026, held at Marina Bay Sands from April 9 to 10, showcasing its latest innovation — the W4 AI Interpreter Earbuds, recently recognized with the iF Design Award for product design excellence.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712206

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[2026-04-08 10:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Taiwan Smart Manufacturing at SIMTOS 2026: Partnering with Korea to Capture Global Opportunities in Smart Manufacturing

Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Taiwan is set to make a strong return to SIMTOS 2026, showcasing its "Taiwan Smart Manufacturing" initiative—bringing advanced technologies and actively seeking strategic collaboration with Korean industry partners to unlock global market opportunities together.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712205

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