[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Pan Asia Bank wins ‘Gold’ for customer convenience at LankaPay Technnovation awards - DailyNews

Snippet: Pan Asia Bank was awarded Gold in the Customer Convenience category (Category C Banks) at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026, in recognition of achieving the highest growth in digital transactions in 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976762/pan-asia-bank-wins-gold-for-customer-convenience-at-lankapay-technnovation-awards/

[2026-04-03 06:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Hallazgo de fósiles en China revela un salto sorprendente hacia la aparición de animales complejos

Snippet: En esta foto de noviembre de 2023, proporcionada por Gaorong Li, se muestra un fósil parecido al Haootia, en la Universidad de Yunan, en Kunming, China. (Gaorong Li vía AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/animales-vide-evolucion-f74072b9b099881f701e93bbcccba4c7

[2026-04-03 06:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: China embraces spring break for schools. Will it boost consumption?

Snippet: China's local governments hope to spur spending by introducing school holidays. (Photo by Tomoki Mera)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/china-embraces-spring-break-for-schools.-will-it-boost-consumption

[2026-04-03 06:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: 'Rubber time', bottoms up and reading the silence: What's doing business like in Asia?

Snippet: Topic:Multiculturalism

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-03/australian-business-venture-asia-markets-culture-differences/106492642

[2026-04-03 05:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan's Marubeni buys US aircraft parts dealer DASI to gear up for servicing

Snippet: A DASI warehouse in Florida. The company buys maintenance parts in bulk and resells them individually. (DASI)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-deals/japan-s-marubeni-buys-us-aircraft-parts-dealer-dasi-to-gear-up-for-servicing

[2026-04-03 05:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Hyderabad cruises to big win over Kolkata in the Indian Premier League

Snippet: Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Travis Head plays a shot during the Indian Premier League cricket match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad in Kolkata, India, Thursday, April. 2, 2026. (AP Photo/ Bikas Das)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/indian-premier-league-ipl-8845d2d75583d92fd3a6b5850f0712e4

[2026-04-03 05:22 UTC+10:00] [Asia Times] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/trump-fires-attorney-general-pam-bondi/

[2026-04-03 04:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: New fossils provide snapshot of the beginning of complex animals that led to us

Snippet: This November 2023 photo provided by Gaorong Li shows a Haootia-like fossil at Yunnan University in Kunming, China. (Gaorong Li via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/fossil-animals-evolution-science-china-bizarre-a56a123cbad480e2c35f2356181d32d7

[2026-04-03 04:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Philippines strikes deal with Iran for safe and toll-free passage in Strait of Hormuz | The National

Snippet: The Philippines has said that Iran has granted its ships safe and toll-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which is expected to ease the energy crunch in the South-East Asian nation.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/04/02/us-ally-philippines-strikes-deal-with-iran-for-safe-and-toll-free-passage-in-strait-of-hormuz/

[2026-04-03 04:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Berkshire Hathaway deal to supercharge Tokio Marine's M&A

Snippet: Tokio Marine Holdings is the first Japanese financial institution to receive an investment from Berkshire Hathaway. (Source photos by Nikkei and AP)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-deals/berkshire-hathaway-deal-to-supercharge-tokio-marine-s-m-a

[2026-04-03 04:34 UTC+10:00] [Emmanuel Macron] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ‘You have to be serious’: Macron criticises Trump’s mixed messages about Nato and Iran

Snippet: Speaking in South Korea, the French president defended the transatlantic alliance and called for return to peace

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/02/you-have-to-be-serious-macron-criticises-trumps-mixed-messages-about-nato-and-iran

[2026-04-03 04:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: US imports from Asia fell in February despite rising AI buildout demand

Snippet: Exports to Asia from the U.S. grew and imports declined in February compared with the month before, shrinking the trade deficit with the region. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade/us-imports-from-asia-fell-in-february-despite-rising-ai-buildout-demand

[2026-04-03 04:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: AI startup trains Chinese humanoid robots in Japanese hospitality

Snippet: Zeals began testing humanoid robots for use in Japanese hospitals in March. (Photo by Yusuke Yagi)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/artificial-intelligence/ai-startup-trains-chinese-humanoid-robots-in-japanese-hospitality

[2026-04-03 03:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Polarizing Trevor Bauer signs with Long Island Ducks in return to US after stints in Japan, Mexico

Snippet: Trevor Bauer will pitch in the United States again this month.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/02/sports/trevor-bauer-signs-with-long-island-ducks-in-return-to-us/

[2026-04-03 03:25 UTC+10:00] [Asean] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trump tariffs cast shadow as US-China trade shrinks ahead of leaders’ meet

Snippet: Deficit with mainland hits two-decade low as trade shifts to Taiwan, Mexico and Vietnam amid tariff fallout and efforts to stabilise ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3348857/trump-tariffs-cast-shadow-us-china-trade-shrinks-ahead-leaders-meet

[2026-04-03 03:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Horror on United flight as massive turbulence leaves flight attendant seriously injured

Snippet: A United Airlines flight bound for French Polynesia was rocked by severe turbulence over the Pacific Ocean, leaving a flight attendant seriously injured.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/02/us-news/united-flight-to-french-polynesia-hit-by-turbulence-crew-member-hurt/

[2026-04-03 03:17 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 CrosswordFriday, 3 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-04-03

[2026-04-03 03:17 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 SudokuFriday, 3 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-04-03

[2026-04-03 03:17 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 CrosswordFriday, 3 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-04-03

[2026-04-03 03:17 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 SearchFriday, 3 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-04-03

[2026-04-03 03:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Judge rules against Indian citizen's deportation after Pennsylvania murder conviction is overturned

Snippet: Subramanyam Vedam walks outside the Centre County Courthouse, Feb. 6, 2025, in Bellefonte, Pa. (Geoff Rushton/StateCollege.com via AP, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/exoneration-india-pennsylvania-murder-deportation-0bd9d1020fb60e23983d23111dc14e12

[2026-04-03 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Group calls for release of artist-activist

Snippet: THE Student Christian Movement of the Philippines (SCMP) said on Thursday that they are alarmed over the condition of activist Charlize “Ceeka” Garzon, who graduated from the De La Salle College of Saint Benilde (CSB).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/regions/group-calls-for-release-of-artist-activist/2313256

[2026-04-03 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Australian PM: Iran war objectives met, 'not clear' what more to achieve

Snippet: SYDNEY, Australia — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday the original aims of the war on Iran had been met and it was not clear what more remained to be achieved.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/world/asia-oceania/australian-pm-iran-war-objectives-met-not-clear-what-more-to-achieve/2313274

[2026-04-03 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: New Zealand, Cook Islands agree defense pact, ending China tension

Snippet: WELLINGTON — New Zealand and the Cook Islands signed a new defense and security declaration on Thursday, ending a breakdown between the Pacific nations sparked by a partnership that the Cooks signed with China.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/world/asia-oceania/new-zealand-cook-islands-agree-defense-pact-ending-china-tension/2313273

[2026-04-03 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Philippines urged to join ‘Board of Peace’

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/03/news/national/philippines-urged-to-join-board-of-peace/2313565

[2026-04-03 02:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Pakistan, Afghanistan hold talks in China to end months of conflict

Snippet: Pakistan and Afghanistan have confirmed they are holding talks in China aimed at ending the worst conflict between the South Asian neighbours since the Afghan Taliban returned to power in 2021.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/2/pakistan-afghanistan-hold-talks-in-china-to-end-months-of-conflict

[2026-04-03 02:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: One year on from Trump tariffs, Taiwan sees 80% rise in exports to US

Snippet: The U.S. imported less goods than a year earlier in the period from April 2025 to January 2026 as the Trump administration's tariffs took hold. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/trade/one-year-on-from-trump-tariffs-taiwan-sees-80-rise-in-exports-to-us

[2026-04-03 02:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Indonesia vuelve a retrasar deportación a España de capo criminal escocés

Snippet: Un escocés identificado como Steven Lyons, descrito como una figura de alto nivel de una red criminal internacional, centro, es escoltado por agentes en el cuartel general de la policía regional en Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, el martes 31 de marzo de 2026. (AP Foto)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/indonesia-escoces-capo-criminal-espana-deportacion-196bce784d6ef8f377145dc729cf1707

[2026-04-03 02:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Osaka Gas eyes deeper US investment with up to 5 power plant projects

Snippet: Osaka Gas is currently involved in five gas-fired power plants in the U.S., including this one in the northeastern state of Connecticut. (Photo by Shimpei Nakamura)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/energy/osaka-gas-eyes-deeper-us-investment-with-up-to-5-power-plant-projects

[2026-04-03 02:23 UTC+10:00] [Pop and rock] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ‘People are exhausted by Blackpink and BTS’: the DIY Chinese bands redefining corporate ‘idol’ pop

Snippet: Since the regime quashed China’s version of the K-pop industry in 2021, an underground ‘alt-idol’ culture has emerged, championing freedom and experimentation

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/apr/02/diy-chinese-bands-redefining-corporate-idol-pop

[2026-04-03 02:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Hitachi to buy US maker of mass transit management systems

Snippet: Clever Devices systems are used by eight of the 10 largest North American transit agencies. (Photo by Hideaki Ryugen)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-deals/hitachi-to-buy-us-maker-of-mass-transit-management-systems

[2026-04-03 02:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Gaudio Lab Makes NAB Show Debut, Unveiling AI-Powered Content Localization Platform "Gaudio Studio Pro"

Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaudio Lab, a leading AI audio technology company, today announced its participation in NAB Show 2026, taking place April 19–22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. NAB Show is the world's largest event for the media, entertainment, and broadcast technology industry. Gaudio Lab will showcase Gaudio Studio Pro (GSP), its AI-powered content localization platform, at the AI Innovation Pavilion in West Hall (Booth W2300I).

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10709014

[2026-04-03 02:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: How family-friendly films took over moviegoing

Snippet: Charlie Day, from left, Jack Black, Donald Glover, Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Benny Safdie and Keegan Michael Key pose for photographers at the photo call for the film “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” in Tokyo, Thursday, March 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Rodrigo Reyes)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/family-movies-super-mario-galaxy-8d9623e3d2229c4bfd4bc548f31f0ffe

[2026-04-03 02:00 UTC+10:00] [Strait of Hormuz] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: What will the US do next in its war on Iran? Chinese pundits point to a likely path

Snippet: With no truce in sight, American forces might be preparing for a short, sharp option, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3348832/what-will-us-do-next-its-war-iran-chinese-pundits-point-likely-path

[2026-04-03 01:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: National Maritime Council condemns China for directing fire control radar to a PH Navy warship

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines - The National Maritime Council on (NMC) Thursday expressed condemnation of the recent incidents involving Chinese maritime forces and against Philippine vessels and fisherfolk in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) calling it “aggressive and dangerous.”

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/news/national-maritime-council-condemns-china-for-directing-fire-control-radar-to-a-ph-navy-warship/2313613

[2026-04-03 01:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Indonesia delays extradition of Scottish crime boss from Bali

Snippet: A Scottish man identified as Steven Lyons, who is described as a senior figure in an international crime syndicate, center, is escorted by police officers at the regional police headquarters in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/indonesia-scotland-spain-lyons-crime-01a1837eae85cb4695bf154a3de86728

[2026-04-03 01:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Most wanted for rape in Quezon City nabbed - PNP

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines - A district-level Most Wanted Person was arrested during an operation conducted on March 31 along Malvar Street, Barangay Bagumbuhay, Project 4, Quezon City, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/news/most-wanted-for-rape-in-quezon-city-nabbed-pnp/2313606

[2026-04-03 01:08 UTC+10:00] [Athletes] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Gilas 3×3 outlasts Thailand to reach FIBA Asia Cup main draw

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/people/athletes/gilas-pilipinas-thailand-fiba-3x3-asia-cup-april-2-2026/

[2026-04-03 01:00 UTC+10:00] [He Fengqingyang] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China under-16 women’s team beat hosts France for second win in invitational event

Snippet: Chinese have two wins from two matches in six-team Montaigu Cup, and are second in standings behind Japan, who are also unbeaten

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3348833/china-under-16-womens-team-beat-hosts-france-second-win-invitational-event

[2026-04-03 00:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: QC mayor takes pride of PDL-made bags showcased at 5-star resort and casino

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte on Thursday took pride as she led in promoting the handcrafted bags made by women - Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) particularly from the City Jail Female Dormitory (CJFD).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/news/qc-mayor-takes-pride-of-pdl-made-bags-showcased-at-5-star-resort-and-casino/2313551

[2026-04-03 00:44 UTC+10:00] [UK news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Tokyo cherry blossom and Holy Week processions: pictures of the day – Thursday

Snippet: View image in fullscreenTitusville, USA full moon rises after the launch of Nasa’s next-generation Space Launch System rocket and Orion crew capsule, marking the Artemis II lunar flyby mission’s departure from Kennedy Space CenterPhotograph: Marco Bello/ReutersShareView image in fullscreenWashington DC, USA customer watches Donald Trump address the country on the Iran crisis from the White House on a TV screen at a Brooklyn diner in Times Square, New YorkPhotograph: David Dee Delgado/ReutersShareView image in fullscreenBaghdad, IraqMembers of the Hashed al-Shaabi

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/news/gallery/2026/apr/02/tokyo-cherry-blossom-and-holy-week-processions-pictures-of-the-day-thursday

[2026-04-03 00:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Germany urges China to help push Iran to reopen Hormuz

Snippet: The German minister for foreign affairs, Johann Wadephul, held a call with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi to discuss how to resolve the conflict in the Middle East, according to a post on X from the German foreign ministry.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/germany-urges-china-help-push-iran-reopen-hormuz

[2026-04-03 00:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: P15.75-M smuggled cigarettes seized in Masbate

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines - Over P15 million worth of smuggled cigarettes were intercepted by authorities on March 31 at Pinamarbuhan Port, Barangay Pinamarbuhan, Mobo, Masbate, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/news/p1575-m-smuggled-cigarettes-seized-in-masbate/2313533

[2026-04-03 00:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: CBCP: No smoking in churches

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines— The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) Healthcare Commission reminded the public that smoking within church premises is a form of “disrespect.”

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/news/cbcp-no-smoking-in-churches/2313480

[2026-04-03 00:06 UTC+10:00] [Formula One 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Alpine condemn ‘hateful’ abuse of Colapinto and Ocon over F1 crashes

Snippet: Colapinto abused over Bearman’s high-speed crash in Japan

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/apr/02/alpine-hateful-messages-franco-colapinto-esteban-ocon-oliver-bearman-f1

[2026-04-02 23:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South Korea

Title: Twins starter Wells leans into self-belief for 1st win of KBO season

Snippet: SEOUL, April 2 (Yonhap) -- After his team's top two starters submitted subpar outings to begin the new season over the weekend, new LG Twins pitcher Lachlan Wells pitched a strong game Thursday to put the defending Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) champions back on track.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260402010700315

[2026-04-02 23:30 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How East Asia is being quietly reordered by the US war on Iran

Snippet: States like China and Russia that can provide energy, industrial inputs, strategic reassurance or room for manoeuvre are gaining weight

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3348429/how-east-asia-being-quietly-reordered-us-war-iran

[2026-04-02 23:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: THE KOREA INDUSTRY DAILY: Korea Pavilion Concludes Successful Showcase at JEC World 2026, Secures $450,000 in Export Deals and Expands Global Partnerships

Snippet: PARIS, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Korea Carbon Industry Promotion Agency (Kcarbon), in collaboration with Gyeongsangbuk-do, successfully concluded its participation in JEC World 2026, the world's largest composites exhibition, held from March 10 to 12 in Paris, France. Through the operation of the Korea Pavilion, the agency strengthened the global presence of Korea's carbon materials and advanced application technologies.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708990

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Philippines weighs social media ban for minors, but will it be enough?

Snippet: Analysts warn that restricting access alone will do little to fix the algorithms that expose young users to harmful content

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3348837/philippines-weighs-social-media-ban-minors-will-it-be-enough

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trump’s ex-China mineral-alliance plan faces cost surge amid Iran war oil shock

Snippet: Analysts say Middle East turmoil is elevating commodity input costs, affecting processing efforts and prompting push for ‘friendshoring’ to secure resources

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3348809/trumps-fragile-ex-china-mineral-alliance-plan-faces-cost-surge-amid-iran-war-oil-shock