[2026-04-06 02:29 UTC+10:00] [Bank of Japan] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The Guardian view on Japan’s hidden century: cheap money, global risk | Editorial

Snippet: Ultra-low rates turned the yen into easy cash for bankers. But the carry trade now binds global markets to decisions in Tokyo

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/apr/05/the-guardian-view-on-japans-hidden-century-cheap-money-global-risk

[2026-04-06 02:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the .

Snippet: The PostMag Quick CrosswordMonday, 6 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-04-06

[2026-04-06 02:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Mini Sudoku.

Snippet: Mini SudokuMonday, 6 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-04-06

[2026-04-06 02:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the SCMP Cryptic Crossword.

Snippet: The SCMP Cryptic CrosswordMonday, 6 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-04-06

[2026-04-06 02:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Word Search.

Snippet: Word SearchMonday, 6 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-04-06

[2026-04-06 02:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ECOP strengthens responsible business conduct, human rights diligence in private sector

Snippet: THE Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) reinforced its commitment to advancing Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) and Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) during a consultation on the development of the Philippine National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights (NAP-BHR) at Park Inn by Radisson, North EDSA on March 25, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/06/tmt-newswire/ecop-strengthens-responsible-business-conduct-human-rights-diligence-in-private-sector/2314390

[2026-04-06 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Taiwan opposition leader to make 'peace' visit to China, first in 10 years

Snippet: TAIPEI — Taiwan’s main opposition leader will make a rare trip to China on Tuesday, weeks before US President Donald Trump, with Beijing expected to use the visit to increase its influence over the democratic island.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/06/world/asia-oceania/taiwan-opposition-leader-to-make-peace-visit-to-china-first-in-10-years/2314432

[2026-04-06 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Silent outrage

Snippet: SIXTY years ago, unchecked authority and brutal power of the state were laid bare by the student movement: anti-Vietnam war protests in the US, occupation of universities in France, Britain, Italy, spreading eastward to Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaya and the Philippines, demonstrated how the combined power of students and workers can effect transformative changes in society.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/06/opinion/columns/silent-outrage/2314444

[2026-04-06 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Indonesia lays to rest peacekeepers killed in Lebanon

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/06/world/asia-oceania/indonesia-lays-to-rest-peacekeepers-killed-in-lebanon/2314429

[2026-04-06 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Maldives rejects merging key elections to cut costs

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/06/world/asia-oceania/maldives-rejects-merging-key-elections-to-cut-costs/2314430

[2026-04-06 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Tonga's debt to China hinders rebuild four years on from eruption

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/06/world/asia-oceania/tongas-debt-to-china-hinders-rebuild-four-years-on-from-eruption/2314431

[2026-04-06 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The end of the POGO era: A cautionary tale

Snippet: THE Philippines’ long and checkered experiment with offshore gaming has officially come to an end.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/06/opinion/editorial/the-end-of-the-pogo-era-a-cautionary-tale/2314391

[2026-04-06 01:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sun Yingsha makes table tennis history with World Cup three-peat, Wang wins men’s title

Snippet: Sun Yingsha becomes just second player to win three consecutive singles titles with victory in Macau, while Wang Chuqin claims his first

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3349100/sun-yingsha-makes-table-tennis-history-world-cup-three-peat-wang-wins-mens-title?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-06 01:34 UTC+10:00] [Sun Yingsha] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sun Yingsha makes table tennis history with World Cup three-peat, Wang wins men’s title

Snippet: Sun Yingsha becomes just second player to win three consecutive singles titles with victory in Macau, while Wang Chuqin claims his first

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3349100/sun-yingsha-makes-table-tennis-history-world-cup-three-peat-wang-wins-mens-title

[2026-04-06 01:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Foxconn-Mitsubishi Fuso tie-up to export Japan-made electric buses

Snippet: An electric bus developed by Foxconn in Taiwan. The company will pair its development expertise with Mitsubishi Fuso's manufacturing experience. (Photo by Nikkei)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/foxconn-mitsubishi-fuso-tie-up-to-export-japan-made-electric-buses

[2026-04-06 01:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant and Mohammed Shami prove their white-ball credentials | The National

Snippet: The incredible quantity and quality of local talent in the Indian Premier League has been a big factor behind India's dominance in the T20 format at the international stage over the past few seasons.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/cricket/2026/04/05/ipl-2026-rishabh-pant-and-mohammed-shami-prove-their-white-ball-credentials/

[2026-04-06 01:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Beijing is now the only true partner of Africa and Latin America

Snippet: In contrast to friendly China, the United States has weaponised foreign aid on one continent and returned to gunboat diplomacy in the western hemisphere

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3349098/why-beijing-now-only-true-partner-africa-and-latin-america?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-06 01:05 UTC+10:00] [Nairobi] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Beijing is now the only true partner of Africa and Latin America

Snippet: In contrast to friendly China, the United States has weaponised foreign aid on one continent and returned to gunboat diplomacy in the western hemisphere

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3349098/why-beijing-now-only-true-partner-africa-and-latin-america

[2026-04-06 00:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Pant leads the chase as Lucknow beats Hyderabad with 1 ball left

Snippet: Lucknow Super Giants’ captain Rishabh Pant hits a boundary during the Indian Premier League cricket match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants in Hyderabad, India, Sunday, April 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Mahesh Kumar A.)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/ipl-hyderabad-lucknow-chennai-bengaluru-kohli-171f69fdcd792077e42c1e511341e52e

[2026-04-06 00:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Globe CEO pushes AI-driven transformation

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Globe President and CEO Carl Cruz highlighted the telecommunications company’s artificial intelligence (AI)-driven transformation and commitment to digital inclusion during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/business/globe-ceo-pushes-ai-driven-transformation/2314462

[2026-04-06 00:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: 'Open The F**kin' Strait': Trump Threatens To 'Blow Everything Up' If No Iran Deal By Tuesday

Snippet: Trump offers Iranian negotiators amnesty, threatens to 'blow everything up' if no deal

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/iea-heads-warns-panic-hoarding-asia-trump-tells-iran-open-fckin-strait

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China reveals military capabilities in new space solar power plant design

Snippet: Revamped orbital technology can potentially send steerable microwave beams to Earth, capable of jamming or securing military communications

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3348871/china-reveals-military-capabilities-new-space-solar-power-plant-design?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China reveals military capabilities in new space solar power plant design

Snippet: Revamped orbital technology can potentially send steerable microwave beams to Earth, capable of jamming or securing military communications

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3348871/china-reveals-military-capabilities-new-space-solar-power-plant-design

[2026-04-05 23:57 UTC+10:00] [Athletes] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Gilas Women miss out on FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup crown as Australia extends reign

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/people/athletes/gilas-women-australia-fiba-3x3-asia-cup-april-5-2026/

[2026-04-05 23:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Afghanistan wants US$10 billion in trade deals with Central Asia

Snippet: Central Asia’s typical trade routes through Russia are hampered by heavy sanctions, while the Taliban is trying to trade with the world despite international sanctions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3349095/afghanistan-wants-us10-billion-trade-deals-central-asia?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-05 23:26 UTC+10:00] [Afghanistan] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Afghanistan wants US$10 billion in trade deals with Central Asia

Snippet: Central Asia’s typical trade routes through Russia are hampered by heavy sanctions, while the Taliban is trying to trade with the world despite international sanctions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3349095/afghanistan-wants-us10-billion-trade-deals-central-asia

[2026-04-05 23:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Tour of Luzon 2026: Biggest cash pot at P12M

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — THE biggest cash pot ever in Philippine cycling history of P12 million will be up for grabs in the 2026 MPTC Tour of Luzon (ToL) with the rider wearing the yellow jersey at the end of the 14-stage race bringing home P1 million and the team that stands atop the podium rejoicing its way to the bank with P2 million.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/sports/tour-of-luzon-2026-biggest-cash-pot-at-p12m/2314425

[2026-04-05 23:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: NLEX raps Phoenix, grabs solo second

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — NLEX got off to a hot start and managed to hold off Phoenix’s expectated second half rally to score a 120-102 win to grab solo second spot on Easter Sunday in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup at the Araneta Coliseum.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/sports/nlex-raps-phoenix-grabs-solo-second/2314424

[2026-04-05 23:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eldrew Yulo takes bronze at World Cup Cairo leg

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Karl Eldrew Yulo seized a bronze medal in floor exercise at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup Cairo leg in Egypt on Easter Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/sports/eldrew-yulo-takes-bronze-at-world-cup-cairo-leg/2314423

[2026-04-05 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s push for hydrogen-powered planes takes step forward amid Iran energy crisis

Snippet: The maiden flight of the most powerful plane of its kind was hailed by state media as establishing a ‘complete technological chain’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3349086/chinas-push-hydrogen-powered-planes-takes-step-forward-amid-iran-energy-crisis?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-05 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s push for hydrogen-powered planes gets boost amid Iran energy crisis

Snippet: The maiden flight of the most powerful plane of its kind was hailed by state media as establishing a ‘complete technological chain’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3349086/chinas-push-hydrogen-powered-planes-takes-step-forward-amid-iran-energy-crisis

[2026-04-05 22:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Revelers parade giant penises to dash stigma in Japan's fertility festival

Snippet: KAWASAKi, Japan — Showcasing phallus-shaped portable shrines and pink penis candies, Japan's annual fertility festival teemed Sunday with tourists, couples and families elated by its open display of sex.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/world/revelers-parade-giant-penises-to-dash-stigma-in-japans-fertility-festival/2314421

[2026-04-05 22:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: The 93rd CMEF is set to open in Shanghai, as the world's largest medical device industry exhibition spotlights AI, robotics, and international cooperation

Snippet: SHANGHAI, April 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 93rd China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF) will be held from April 9 to 12 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. As the largest global medical device industry chain exhibition, this year's event under the theme of "Innovation Fusion, Boundless Evolution," will focus on cutting-edge technologies and international trade cooperation.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10710281

[2026-04-05 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China unveils handheld coil gun that works like a ‘less deadly’ pistol

Snippet: The electromagnetic weapon is designed for stealth operations, according to state broadcaster CCTV

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3349089/china-unveils-handheld-coil-gun-works-less-deadly-pistol?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-05 22:00 UTC+10:00] [electromagnetic coils] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China unveils handheld coil gun that works like a ‘less deadly’ pistol

Snippet: The electromagnetic weapon is designed for stealth operations, according to state broadcaster CCTV

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3349089/china-unveils-handheld-coil-gun-works-less-deadly-pistol

[2026-04-05 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: New book claims China is harvesting prisoners’ organs and selling them to foreigners

Snippet: Jan Jekielek’s new book “Killed to Order: China’s Organ Harvesting Industry & The True Nature of America’s Biggest Adversary” (Skyhorse) starts with a ghoulish hypothetical: An American woman is in kidney failure. She begins the onerous process of getting on a transplant list, which can stretch on for years, as her health begins to deteriorate.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/05/opinion/new-book-claims-china-is-harvesting-prisoners-organs/

[2026-04-05 21:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: NU tightens grip on second place, blanks Adamson

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The NU Lady Bulldogs blanked the Adamson Lady Falcons, 25-20, 25-21, 25-21, at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion on Easter Sunday to tighten their grip on the second spot of the UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball standings.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/sports/nu-tightens-grip-on-second-place-blanks-adamson/2314399

[2026-04-05 21:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Best photos of April 5: Easter Sunday service in Abu Dhabi to Cherry Blossom in Seoul | The National

Snippet: Previous slideNext slide Reverend Father Peter Fernando celebrates the Easter Sunday service at St Therese Church in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The NationalInfo Cambodian villagers race traditional ox carts during celebrations marking the coming Khmer New Year in Kampong Speu, Cambodia. EPAInfo Relatives react next to the grave of Farizal Rhomadhon, a UN Interim Force in Lebanon peacekeeper killed in Lebanon, during a funeral ceremony at Giripeni Heroes Cemetery complex in Kulon Progo regency, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/2026/04/05/best-photos-of-april-5-easter-sunday-service-in-abu-dhabi-to-cherry-blossom-in-seoul/

[2026-04-05 21:04 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul cites differing circumstances of ships, countries after Japan-linked vessels transit Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: The foreign ministry said Sunday that the ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz and their associated countries face differing circumstances, after two Japan-linked vessels passed through the vital waterway effectively blocked by Iran.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10710269

[2026-04-05 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Are China’s TV dramas obsessed with beauty? An industry regulator thinks so

Snippet: A national watchdog says there should be more to productions than physical appearances

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3349085/are-chinas-tv-dramas-obsessed-beauty-industry-regulator-thinks-so?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-05 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Are China’s TV dramas obsessed with beauty? An industry regulator thinks so

Snippet: A national watchdog says there should be more to productions than physical appearances

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3349085/are-chinas-tv-dramas-obsessed-beauty-industry-regulator-thinks-so

[2026-04-05 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese firms trail US peers in AI adoption due to corporate culture: ex-OpenAI executive

Snippet: China’s tech-savvy consumers embrace AI, but rigid corporate hierarchies hold back enterprises, Zack Kass says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3348956/chinese-firms-trail-us-peers-ai-adoption-due-corporate-culture-ex-openai-executive?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-05 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s rigid corporate culture slows AI adoption, ex-OpenAI executive says

Snippet: China’s tech-savvy consumers embrace AI, but rigid corporate hierarchies hold back enterprises, Zack Kass says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3348956/chinese-firms-trail-us-peers-ai-adoption-due-corporate-culture-ex-openai-executive

[2026-04-05 20:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala in line for third match vs Ostapenko, opens Linz Open campaign vs Grabher

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala is in line for a third match against world No. 23 Jelena Ostapenko at the WTA 500 Linz Open in Austria.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/05/sports/eala-in-line-for-third-match-vs-ostapenko-opens-linz-open-campaign-vs-grabher/2314397

[2026-04-05 20:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Australia receives fuel export guarantees from Singapore, Japan

Snippet: Australia is seeking to diversify its sources of oil products as a result of the war in Iran and closure of the Strait of Hormuz, including making purchases from the US and Mexico

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3349087/australia-receives-fuel-export-guarantees-singapore-japan?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-05 20:31 UTC+10:00] [Japan] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Australia receives fuel export guarantees from Singapore, Japan

Snippet: Australia is seeking to diversify its sources of oil products as a result of the war in Iran and closure of the Strait of Hormuz, including making purchases from the US and Mexico

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3349087/australia-receives-fuel-export-guarantees-singapore-japan

[2026-04-05 20:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Francia condena la ejecución en China de un francés que estuvo 15 años en el corredor de la muerte

Snippet: PARÍS (AP) — China ha ejecutado a un ciudadano francés condenado por tráfico de drogas tras mantenerlo en el corredor de la muerte durante más de 15 años, según indicaron las autoridades francesas.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/francia-china-ejecucion-chan-thao-phoumy-2dd5d77233875136a1c9669f9f138300

[2026-04-05 20:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: France condemns execution of French citizen in China

Snippet: PARIS (AP) — France said China has executed a French citizen convicted of drug trafficking after keeping him on death row for more than 15 years.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/france-china-death-penalty-drugs-a6f87a29b22db05bd28cc00c6d17ceed

[2026-04-05 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s luxury spending seen boosting global sales in 2026 despite headwinds

Snippet: Affluent Chinese consumers are expected to splurge, though a volatile property market and oil price shocks pose challenges, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3348902/chinas-luxury-spending-seen-boosting-global-sales-2026-despite-headwinds?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-05 20:00 UTC+10:00] [Prada] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s luxury spending seen boosting global sales in 2026 despite headwinds

Snippet: Affluent Chinese consumers are expected to splurge, though a volatile property market and oil price shocks pose challenges, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3348902/chinas-luxury-spending-seen-boosting-global-sales-2026-despite-headwinds