[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

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s snooker world No 1 Bai Yulu hopes more girls will emulate her journey

Snippet: In a state media interview, 22-year-old world champion calls herself ‘clumsy bird’ who owes her success to practice rather than any ‘genius’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3348797/chinese-world-no-1-snooker-player-bai-yulu-hoping-more-girls-will-emulate-her-journey

[2026-04-02 22:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: On Maundy Thursday, Cebu archbishop links faith and service

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/cebu-archbishop-alberto-uy-holy-week-true-love/

[2026-04-02 22:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Trump and Hegseth challenge UK naval history

Snippet: Crews walk near the Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales before its port call in Tokyo Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/britain-navy-trump-hegseth-iran-98707823fde34ee9ca9c828657e72177

[2026-04-02 22:11 UTC+10:00] [ArkClaw] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: OpenClaw deepens China footprint through native Tencent, ByteDance integrations

Snippet: Tencent is actively seeking cooperation with OpenClaw as it moves to capitalise on the agent’s popularity to win over domestic users

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3348829/openclaw-deepens-china-footprint-through-native-tencent-bytedance-integrations

[2026-04-02 22:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: LTFRB penalizes taxi driver in Cebu for alleged overcharging of K-pop artist

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has ordered the impounding of a taxi unit and the filing of criminal charges against the driver and operator accused of overcharging a South Korean K-pop artist in Cebu.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/news/ltfrb-penalizes-taxi-driver-in-cebu-for-alleged-overcharging-of-k-pop-artist/2313534

[2026-04-02 22:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Pakistán dice que la nueva ronda de conversaciones de paz con Afganistán avanza en China

Snippet: Residentes y rescatistas inspeccionan el lugar de un ataque aéreo en un hospital de desintoxicación en Kabul, Afganistán, el 17 de marzo de 2026. (AP Foto/Siddiqullah Alizai, archivo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/pakistan-afganistan-china-conversaciones-combates-urumqi-529ffc156805d239993793616ff1711b

[2026-04-02 22:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Taiwan vows $2bn coast guard reinforcement as Hormuz highlights strait risk

Snippet: Taiwan plans to invest more in its coast guard capabilities, according to the minister overseeing the force, to accelerate early warning and enhance its ability to shift to a wartime posture when necessary. (Photo by Chungi Chen)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/international-relations/taiwan-tensions/taiwan-vows-2bn-coast-guard-reinforcement-as-hormuz-highlights-strait-risk

[2026-04-02 22:00 UTC+10:00] [71st Group Army] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: PLA upgrades ageing tanks with protection system for potential Taiwan operation

Snippet: Type 96A main battle tanks from Eastern Theatre Command now have APS to counter drones and anti-tank missiles, according to state media

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3348816/pla-upgrades-ageing-tanks-protection-system-potential-taiwan-operation

[2026-04-02 21:30 UTC+10:00] [Interpol] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bali rocked by spate of murder cases – is Indonesian island more dangerous now?

Snippet: The cases allegedly involving foreign suspects have spurred concerns that gang disputes have moved from other countries to the island

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3348805/bali-rocked-spate-murder-cases-indonesian-island-more-dangerous-now

[2026-04-02 21:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Pakistan confirms peace talks with Afghanistan's Taliban in China

Snippet: Residents and rescue workers inspect the site of an airstrike at a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan, March 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Siddiqullah Alizai, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/pakistan-afghanistan-china-talks-fighting-urumqi-fe6135ac3b986a5362a0b951f66ec5c1

[2026-04-02 21:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Advincula: Chaos in world today rooted in lack of love for God, others

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula urged Filipino Catholics to live out the teachings of Jesus Christ by turning away from pride and embracing humility.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/news/advincula-chaos-in-world-today-rooted-in-lack-of-love-for-god-others/2313249

[2026-04-02 21:00 UTC+10:00] [EV deliveries] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China EV makers surge back in March as subsidies and financing spur demand

Snippet: Carmakers report strong month-on-month gains as policy support and new financing schemes lift buyer sentiment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3348799/china-ev-makers-surge-back-march-subsidies-and-financing-spur-demand

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China youth flock to TCM bars for ‘prescription cocktails’ amid ‘punk wellness’ trend

Snippet: Younger generation embrace notion of ‘wrecking yourself while saving yourself’ by drinking concoctions of booze and herbs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3348517/china-youth-flock-tcm-bars-prescription-cocktails-amid-rise-punk-wellness-lifestyle

[2026-04-02 20:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran pledges safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for Philippine oil shipments

Snippet: The Philippines said Iran has pledged to ensure the safe passage of its oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, as Manila scrambles to secure energy supplies.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-pledges-safe-passage-through-strait-hormuz-philippine-oil-shipments

[2026-04-02 20:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: French President Macron lands in South Korea after Japan visit

Snippet: SEOUL — French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in South Korea on Thursday after visiting fellow US ally Japan, where he praised Europe's "predictability" in an apparent swipe at Donald Trump over the Iran war.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/world/french-president-macron-lands-in-south-korea-after-japan-visit/2313215

[2026-04-02 20:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Filipino Catholics self-flagellate for penance during Holy Week

Snippet: Filipino Catholic devotees walk barefoot and flagellate themselves in Manila on April 2, 2026 as an expression of penance during Holy Week. Devotees whipped their backs with bamboo sticks under the hot sun while some carry heavy wooden crosses, assisted by fellow devotees, in a re‑enactment of Jesus Christ’s suffering.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/videos/watch-filipino-catholics-self-flagellate-for-penance-during-holy-week/2313214

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Jollibee open nationwide this Lenten break

Snippet: Jollibee, the Philippines’ no. 1 fast food chain, is open nationwide this Lenten season, ready to serve its most-loved meals to customers across the country.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/tmt-newswire/jollibee-open-nationwide-this-lenten-break/2313205

[2026-04-02 20:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul voices hope for swift Mideast stability after Trump’s Iran speech: Cheong Wa Dae

Snippet: For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings start with Rodong Sinmun—North Korea’s state mouthpiece—before diving into the day’s headlines from Seoul and Washington.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708950

[2026-04-02 20:01 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee meets with US senators, discusses Middle East, OPCON, alliance roles

Snippet: I’m a staff reporter for The Korea Herald, covering national security and foreign policy across the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly. Before entering journalism, I served as an Air Force lieutenant, working as an interpreter and junior planner at the ROK–US Combined Forces Command.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708948

[2026-04-02 20:01 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why China and Vietnam are shifting from confrontation to calm in South China Sea claims

Snippet: Disagreements continue, but the two sides are showing notable restraint in contrast with Beijing’s fierce exchanges with Manila

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3348763/why-china-and-vietnam-are-shifting-confrontation-calm-south-china-sea-claims

[2026-04-02 20:00 UTC+10:00] [Asia Times] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Japan’s relief rally masks deeper economic risks

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/japans-relief-rally-masks-deeper-economic-risks/

[2026-04-02 19:58 UTC+10:00] [West Philippine Sea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: LIST: Filipino names of 131 features in Kalayaan Island Group in WPS

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered all of the more than 100 geographical features in the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) in the West Philippine Sea to carry Filipino names in government documents and official maps of the country.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/471790/list-filipino-names-of-131-features-in-kalayaan-island-group-in-wps/

[2026-04-02 19:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Trump speech sparks oil price jump, Asia stock slide

Snippet: In a televised speech on April 1, U.S. President Donald Trump said the war in Iran is nearing its end and that the flow of energy in the Middle East will return to normal soon. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Reuters)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/trump-speech-sparks-oil-price-jump-asia-stock-slide

[2026-04-02 19:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Spotlighting Trends, Leading the Future: 2026 Spring Trendsetting Products Global Launch Event Successfully Held in Hangzhou

Snippet: HANGZHOU, China, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The third edition of Trend Feast and the 2026 Spring Trendsetting Products Global Launch Event, hosted by Hongcan Co. and co-organized by AGIBOT Co. and Huading Cold Chain Technology, was held in Hangzhou on March 24.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708933

[2026-04-02 19:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Matildas players join Japan criticising 'inequality' in prize money

Snippet: Australia and Japan played in front of 74,397 fans at Stadium Australia in the Asian Cup final. (AAP: Dean Lewins)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-02/matildas-japan-players-call-out-prize-money-inequality/106528588

[2026-04-02 19:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Macron arrives in South Korea after Japan visit, touts Europe’s ‘predictability’

Snippet: French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in South Korea on Thursday, after travelling from Japan where he praised Europe’s “predictability” in remarks seen as a veiled criticism of Donald Trump over the Iran war.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/macron-arrives-south-korea-after-japan-visit-touts-europes

[2026-04-02 19:33 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Australia hits gambling advertising, advocates say not hard enough

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/asia-pacific/australia-gambling-ad-ban-celebrities-age-limit/

[2026-04-02 19:30 UTC+10:00] [New Straits Times] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysian minister offers personal aid for family of man killed in drink-driving crash

Snippet: Amirul Hafiz Omar was on his way to buy his son a mathematics book when a car allegedly driven at high speed rammed his motorcycle

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3348794/malaysian-minister-offers-personal-aid-family-man-killed-drink-driving-crash

[2026-04-02 19:30 UTC+10:00] [interest rate] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Asian central banks largely powerless in face of Iran war energy shock

Snippet: Central banks cannot pump oil into the global economy in the same way they can flood the financial system with liquidity

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3348744/asian-central-banks-largely-powerless-face-iran-war-energy-shock

[2026-04-02 19:14 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea turns to US oil as Trump pushes allies

Snippet: South Korea is ramping up imports of US crude as the government and refiners move to secure alternative supplies amid concerns over potential disruptions from the Middle East, with US President Donald Trump urging allies to buy American oil.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708910

[2026-04-02 19:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Canucks visit the Wild after Boeser's hat trick

Snippet: Vancouver Canucks (22-44-8, in the Pacific Division) vs. Minnesota Wild (41-21-12, in the Central Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/vancouver-canucks-brock-boeser-minnesota-wild-colorado-avalanche-fa8eca1e5a5b45b588300afda1b29bf9

[2026-04-02 19:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Sharks play the Maple Leafs on 3-game win streak

Snippet: Toronto Maple Leafs (32-30-13, in the Atlantic Division) vs. San Jose Sharks (35-31-7, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/toronto-maple-leafs-san-jose-sharks-8491647372874b57b225be54f6ee5d66

[2026-04-02 19:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Ducks bring losing streak into matchup with the Blues

Snippet: St. Louis Blues (31-31-12, in the Central Division) vs. Anaheim Ducks (41-29-5, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/anaheim-ducks-st-louis-blues-f3c92bea572f4a2b946a4aa08d8bc09a

[2026-04-02 19:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Predators bring losing streak into game against the Kings

Snippet: Nashville Predators (34-31-9, in the Central Division) vs. Los Angeles Kings (30-26-18, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/nashville-predators-los-angeles-kings-ef0c9f0b594c40eba1ed1878acc8d31e

[2026-04-02 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: productronica Shanghai 2026 highlights the future of intelligent electronics manufacturing

Snippet: SHANGHAI, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 27, 2026, the three-day productronica Shanghai 2026 successfully concluded, attracting a total of 67,184 visitors. productronica Shanghai 2026 brought together 1,156 exhibitors across nearly 100,000 square meters, presenting the latest technologies in electronic intelligent manufacturing. Spanning the entire industry value chain—from SMT production and industrial automation to wiring harness processing and quality inspection—the exhibition provided a comprehensive platform for technology exchange, business development, and insights into emerging industry trends in Asia.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708898

[2026-04-02 19:06 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea, Indonesia expand forest, wildfire cooperation amid climate risks

Snippet: The Korea Forest Service said Thursday it has signed a framework agreement on forestry cooperation and a separate memorandum of understanding on wildfire management and post-fire restoration with Indonesia’s Ministry of Forestry.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708896

[2026-04-02 18:55 UTC+10:00] [US-Israel war] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘China shock 2.0’ is a false narrative born of Western anxiety: Chinese media

Snippet: The state-run Economic Daily says the real problem with the global economy is not China’s strong exports, but rising protectionism

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3348787/china-shock-20-false-narrative-born-western-anxiety-chinese-media

[2026-04-02 18:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Powerful 7.4 quake hits Indonesia’s Molucca Sea, tsunami alert lifted

Snippet: National rescue and disaster agencies said the quake damaged houses and public buildings, while video footage from affected areas showed flattened structures and frightened residents gathering in the streets. The shaking was felt strongly in Ternate, Bitung and Manado, prompting evacuations as authorities warned people to stay away from weakened buildings and low‑lying coastal areas.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/02/powerful-74-quake-hits-indonesias-molucca-sea-tsunami-alert-lifted/

[2026-04-02 18:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: U.S. Soy Drives Dialogue on Trade, Partnerships, and Sustainable Growth in Southeast Asia

Snippet: Key regional events bring Together Industry Leaders to Advance Dialogue Across the Food and Feed Value Chain

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708865

[2026-04-02 18:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Everything rises and BYD capitalizes on oil crisis

Snippet: Hello, this is Kenji in Tokyo presenting the #techAsia newsletter.

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/techasia/everything-rises-and-byd-capitalizes-on-oil-crisis

[2026-04-02 18:44 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: PH naming of Kalayaan Island Group features in WPS draws China warning

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — China has expressed strong disapproval of the Philippines’ move to assign standardized local names to more than 100 features in the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) in the West Philippine Sea, warning that Beijing would take steps to defend its claims.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/471783/ph-naming-of-kalayaan-island-group-features-in-wps-draws-china-warning/