Topic: Asia Pacific — Neutral reports only
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[2026-04-05 14:37 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: LG Energy Solution is widening its patent offensive to automakers, stepping up pressure across the EV supply chain as it moves to enforce core battery technologies, industry sources said Sunday.
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[2026-04-05 14:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Travel industry leader says rise in airlines’ fuel surcharges and Mideast conflict has dampened Hongkongers’ desire to travel long distances
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[2026-04-05 14:32 UTC+10:00] [scmp] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Travel industry leader says rise in airlines’ fuel surcharges and Mideast conflict has dampened Hongkongers’ desire to travel long distances
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[2026-04-05 14:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Jerusalem Post
Snippet: A significant portion of Iran's ballistic missile arsenal was either directly purchased from North Korea, or includes weapons developed by North Korea, experts told Fox News Digital on Monday.
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[2026-04-05 14:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The two sides aim to keep their energy trade flowing despite sanctions while balancing against the US and China, analysts say
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[2026-04-05 14:29 UTC+10:00] [Narendra Modi] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The two sides aim to keep their energy trade flowing despite sanctions while balancing against the US and China, analysts say
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[2026-04-05 14:29 UTC+10:00] [Petrol prices] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Federal government chases supply guarantees from countries including Singapore, South Korea, Malaysia and Japan amid Iran war
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[2026-04-05 14:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: This 1-kilometer street through Narai-juku, Nagano prefecture, has been recognized by the Japanese government for its well-preserved traditional buildings. (Photos by Yui Usui)
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[2026-04-05 14:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Jakarta deepens partnership with Korea to build full EV, battery supply chain beyond nickel
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[2026-04-05 14:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: Planning is underway for a visit to Australia by the Japanese prime minister, according to local media reports. (Reuters: Yuichi Yamazaki)
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[2026-04-05 14:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Some areas in Quezon City, Bulacan, Laguna, Cavite, and Pampanga will have power interruptions this week because of maintenance work, Meralco said on Sunday.
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[2026-04-05 14:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Junior tennis action shifts into high gear following the Holy Week break as the Palawan Pawnshop circuit launches a four-leg swing across the Visayas beginning Monday with the Governor’s Cup Age Group Championships in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental.
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[2026-04-05 14:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Alexandra "Alex" Eala dropped from No. 17 to 19 at the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) live race to the Finals on Sunday.
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[2026-04-05 14:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Junior Philippine Golf Tour unveils its two-series summer swing on Monday (April 6) with a surge of energy and anticipation as 80 young golfers troop to the scenic fairways of Mount Malarayat Golf and Country Club in Lipa City, Batangas for the opening leg of the Luzon series.
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[2026-04-05 14:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the country's pioneer and leader in digital entertainment, through its flagship sportsbook platform ArenaPlus, formally launched its P1 Billion Prediction Giveaway last March 21, heralding a major step-up in its customer acquisition and retention strategy.
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[2026-04-05 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Strategy would help country transition from ‘major trainer’ of talent to ‘development highland’ as tech competition with US intensifies
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[2026-04-05 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Strategy would help country transition from ‘major trainer’ of talent to ‘development highland’ as tech competition with US intensifies
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[2026-04-05 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, any attacks on the Bab el-Mandeb Strait will pile further pressure on global supply chains
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[2026-04-05 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, any attacks on the Bab el-Mandeb Strait will pile further pressure on global supply chains
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[2026-04-05 13:35 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Rising supply risks threaten pricing power of Samsung, SK hynix, Micron
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[2026-04-05 13:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Readers discuss the impact of the war on already struggling people, and coping with the effects of “blandemic” buildings
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[2026-04-05 13:30 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Readers discuss the impact of the war on already struggling people, and coping with the effects of “blandemic” buildings
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[2026-04-05 13:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The Land Transportation, Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) summoned a bus operator and its driver after a viral video showed a passenger bus allegedly disregarding a red traffic light.
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[2026-04-05 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Store closures in Beijing and Tianjin highlight mounting pressure from domestic rivals amid shifting consumer habits
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[2026-04-05 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Store closures in Beijing and Tianjin highlight mounting pressure from domestic rivals amid shifting consumer habits
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[2026-04-05 12:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Easter Sunday called on Filipinos to rise with renewed purpose and translate their faith into concrete action, using the occasion to emphasize the need for compassion, generosity and unity.
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[2026-04-05 12:39 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: WASHINGTON (AP) -- China is stepping up its diplomacy on the Iran war, putting forward a five-point proposal with Pakistan, rallying support from Gulf countries and opposing a United Nations proposal to use any force necessary to open the Strait of Hormuz.
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[2026-04-05 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: While young musicians are increasingly drawn to the old instruments, few want to take up the tedious task of crafting them
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[2026-04-05 12:30 UTC+10:00] [sape] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: While young musicians are increasingly drawn to the old instruments, few want to take up the tedious task of crafting them
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[2026-04-05 12:28 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Tesla ranked No. 1 in Korea’s imported car market in the first quarter, marking its first time taking the quarterly top spot.
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[2026-04-05 12:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—A 62-year-old passenger was arrested at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 on Friday, April 3, for attempting to smuggle 3.2 kilograms of suspected shabu from Malaysia.
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[2026-04-05 12:14 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Garbage bag theft witnessed amid growing supply shortage of naphtha
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[2026-04-05 12:13 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: The Ministry of Education said Sunday that it has signed a letter of intent with French education authorities to establish a language teaching exchange program, marking the 140th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
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[2026-04-05 11:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Middle East Eye
Snippet: A second Japan-linked vessel has transited the Strait of Hormuz, with Mitsui OSK Lines saying the Indian-flagged LPG tanker Green Sanvi made the crossing on Saturday after being stranded in the Gulf since the war began.
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[2026-04-05 11:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Snippet: Authored by Sylvia Xu via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours),
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[2026-04-05 11:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: TOKYO -- Despite mounting concerns about the environmental impact, little progress has been made in recycling plastics, with less than 10% of annual production successfully recycled worldwide. The majority ends up burned or in landfills. Unrestrained use of these petrochemical materials adds fuel to global warming and adversely affects ecosystems and human health.
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[2026-04-05 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The city is moving beyond its traditional role to drive the nation’s financial and innovation future
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[2026-04-05 11:30 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The city is moving beyond its traditional role to drive the nation’s financial and innovation future
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[2026-04-05 11:23 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: South Korea is seeking to move up its planned 2032 lunar landing, as the government said Sunday that it hopes to complete a civilian-led rover project by 2030.
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[2026-04-05 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Huge size of China’s unmanned submersibles has US defence experts worried Beijing may attack vulnerable targets including LA and Seattle
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[2026-04-05 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Yan Zheping] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Huge size of China’s unmanned submersibles has US defence experts worried Beijing may attack vulnerable targets including LA and Seattle
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[2026-04-05 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: ‘Deeply offensive’ pre-visit message to tourist with puppy leads to cancellation of booking; turns spotlight on animal protection laws
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[2026-04-05 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: ‘Deeply offensive’ pre-visit message to tourist with puppy leads to cancellation of booking; turns spotlight on animal protection laws
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[2026-04-05 11:00 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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[2026-04-05 10:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda says the automaker will defend domestic production “at all costs.” (Photo by Takayuki Yao)
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[2026-04-05 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Half of the fleet is already docked as the fishing association warns the whole sector may ‘collapse like dominoes’
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[2026-04-05 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Half of the fleet is already docked as the fishing association warns the whole sector may ‘collapse like dominoes’
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[2026-04-05 09:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Snippet: The New York Post reports that former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio secretly traveled with his girlfriend and a far-left activist group, alleged to have links to the Chinese Communist Party, to attend an "emergency" meeting denouncing the U.S. It's a 180-degree turn for the former Democratic mayor of NYC, long a symbol of American capitalism, even as the image of the metro area deteriorates under Zohran Mamdani's socialist rule.
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[2026-04-05 09:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Karl Eldrew Yulo booked a second final berth at the World Cup Cairo leg in Egypt, advancing this time to the horizontal bar medal round after placing third in the qualifications Sunday in Manila.
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[2026-04-05 09:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Special lockers hold items for Meituan personnel to deliver. (Photo by Kohei Fujimura)
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