[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/

[2026-04-02 18:42 UTC+10:00] [Russian State Hydrometeorological University] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Russia is luring students with large financial packages to join drone units

Snippet: Students are being offered attractive packages to sign up, with the prospect of ending their contracts after one year

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3348784/russia-luring-students-large-financial-packages-join-drone-units

[2026-04-02 18:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Earthquake off Indonesia topples buildings, kills 1 person and sets off small tsunami

Snippet: An undersea magnitude 7.4 earthquake toppled buildings in parts of northern Indonesia, sent people fleeing from their homes, killed at least one person and generated a small tsunami Thursday

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/02/world-news/indonesia-earthquake-kills-one-triggering-small-tsunami/

[2026-04-02 18:33 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Shoppers scramble as youths brawl at Melbourne retail plaza

Snippet: Property News: Australia's most expensive streets, and how much it costs to live in them.

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/pacific-werribee-hoppers-crossing-shoppers-scramble-as-swathes-of-youths-brawl-at-melbourne--retail-plaza/95517de8-d88c-44d2-9e35-6d40be86e78f

[2026-04-02 18:29 UTC+10:00] [Elon Musk] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Countdown starts for Chinese rocket maker CAS Space as it sets course for Star Market

Snippet: China’s commercial rocket champion plans to raise US$600 million on the Star Market after its listing application is accepted

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3348774/countdown-starts-chinese-rocket-maker-cas-space-it-sets-course-star-market

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Xinhua Silk Road: Hainan FTP embraces tangible benefits since island-wide special customs operations

Snippet: BEIJING, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- South China-located Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) is embracing tangible benefits from its high-level opening up represented by the island-wide special customs operations since December 18 last year.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708811

[2026-04-02 18:08 UTC+10:00] [Tokyo] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Leslie Cheung’s path to stardom, 10 new K-dramas to watch: 5 Lifestyle highlights

Snippet: From tracing origins of Hong Kong’s triads to career pivots for midlife professionals, here are five stories from SCMP’s recent reporting

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3348775/leslie-cheungs-path-stardom-10-new-k-dramas-watch-5-lifestyle-highlights

[2026-04-02 18:00 UTC+10:00] [XO] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Netflix drama review: XO, Kitty season 3 – To All the Boys spin-off picks up after dip

Snippet: Anna Cathcart’s Kitty Song Covey is back in South Korea for a chaotic parade of adolescent experimentation that improves on last season

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3347968/netflix-drama-review-xo-kitty-season-3-all-boys-spin-picks-after-dip

[2026-04-02 17:58 UTC+10:00] [ASIA PACIFIC] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Save ‘every drop of fuel,’ Lee urges South Koreans facing Mideast war impacts

Snippet: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has urged citizens to "save every drop of fuel,” ramping up an official call for energy conservation as the deepening Iran conflict hits the energy-importing nation hard, straining households and businesses.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/02/asia-pacific/south-korea-save-fuel/

[2026-04-02 17:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Indonesia, Australia tussle with Meta and Google over teen social media ban

Snippet: Indonesia's ban on social media use for people under 16 years old took effect on March 28, but platforms have shown low compliance. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Rei Nakafuji and Yuki Kohara)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/indonesia-australia-tussle-with-meta-and-google-over-teen-social-media-ban

[2026-04-02 17:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Devotees hold traditional 'Pabasa' in Angono

Snippet: Devotees in Angono, Rizal hold the Pabasa ng Pasyon or Pabasa on April 2, 2026. This Lenten tradition in the Philippines is popular during Holy Week as families, friends gather and chant verses from the Bible on the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/videos/watch-devotees-hold-traditional-pabasa-in-angono/2313135

[2026-04-02 17:35 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: N. Korea denounces UN rights resolution as ‘political provocation’

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/10708787

[2026-04-02 17:32 UTC+10:00] [Luzon] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: 7 people under police probe over murder of Kalinga weaver

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/luzon/police-probe-murder-kalinga-weaver-irene-gayamos/

[2026-04-02 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DepEd to hold orientation sessions on three-term school calendar shift

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —The Department of Education (DepEd) will conduct a series of orientation sessions to school leaders, teachers, and education stakeholders on the implementation of the three-term school calendar beginning school year 2026-2027.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/news/deped-to-hold-orientation-sessions-on-three-term-school-calendar-shift/2313154

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Premier Li Qiang pushes AI-powered, next-gen energy system amid global shocks

Snippet: Beijing is moving to modernise the power grid, putting innovation and flexibility at the heart of its strategy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3348764/premier-li-qiang-pushes-ai-powered-next-gen-energy-system-amid-global-shocks

[2026-04-02 17:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: N. Korea's 3rd Choe Hyon-class destroyer under construction: lawmaker

Snippet: North Korea's third 5,000-ton, Choe Hyon-class destroyer is under construction at the Nampo shipyard, about 50 kilometers southwest of Pyongyang, satellite images show.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708758

[2026-04-02 17:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee urges swift extra budget passage, says speed is key in Mideast crisis

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/10708756

[2026-04-02 17:02 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Defense chief meets US senators, seeks support on Seoul's nuclear submarine plan

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/10708750

[2026-04-02 17:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea Zinc launches $7.4b Tennessee smelter project

Snippet: Korea Zinc said Thursday it has officially kicked off its $7.4 billion project to build a large-scale mineral processing facility in Tennessee, as the world’s largest zinc smelter accelerates efforts to expand its supply chain in the US.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708747

[2026-04-02 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong stocks] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese traders shrug off volatility to buy Hong Kong stocks for third straight month

Snippet: Mainland Chinese investors bought US$7.8 billion of stocks through the connect scheme in March

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3348758/chinese-traders-shrug-volatility-buy-hong-kong-stocks-third-straight-month

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

Source: AP News

Title: New Zealand and Cook Islands sign a defense pact

Snippet: Cook Islands Prime Minister, and outgoing Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, Mark Brown, speaks at the opening of the annual Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, Aug. 26, 2024. (AP Photo/Charlotte Graham-McLay, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/cook-islands-new-zealand-china-security-deal-a48cfa5347704092dd0a2a5dd73a4f1e

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From Wagyu to joss paper: rise of pet spirit money, luxury farewell ceremonies take China by storm

Snippet: Influenced by humanisation of pets and desire for emotional connection, pet services are increasingly mirroring human customs.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3348735/wagyu-joss-paper-rise-pet-spirit-money-luxury-farewell-ceremonies-take-china-storm

[2026-04-02 16:55 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: From luggage-friendly buses to airport links, Korea smooths travel beyond Seoul

Snippet: With international visitors increasingly venturing beyond Seoul to more outlying provinces, local governments across South Korea are moving to improve transportation access, aiming to accommodate a seasonal rise in tourism as spring begins.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708740

[2026-04-02 16:48 UTC+10:00] [Opinion] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Pump, dump and post: Indonesia needs to regulate its finfluencers

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/pump-dump-and-post-indonesia-needs-to-regulate-its-finfluencers/

[2026-04-02 16:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH Embassy in Mexico sends food, basic needs to distressed Filipinos in Cuba

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Embassy in Mexico, through its Assistance-to-Nationals section, sent food and medicines to Filipinos in Havana as Cuba reeled from the economic crisis caused by the United States' fuel blockade on the island.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/news/ph-embassy-in-mexico-sends-food-basic-needs-to-distressed-filipinos-in-cuba/2313140

[2026-04-02 16:45 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Uzbek deputy ministers eye stronger economic cooperation with Korea

Snippet: Ilzat Ablaxatovich Kasimov, Uzbekistan’s deputy minister of investment, industry and trade, voiced expectations for expanded economic cooperation between Korea and Uzbekistan on Wednesday during a speech at the 2026 Global Biz Forum hosted by The Korea Herald and Herald Business in Seoul.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708726

[2026-04-02 16:44 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Marine Corps records first four-generation Marine family

Snippet: For the first time in its 77-year history, South Korea’s Marine Corps has recorded a family with four consecutive generations of service, officials said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708725

[2026-04-02 16:41 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Hermitage masterpieces make virtual visit to Korea

Snippet: The State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, holds the world's largest collection of paintings among its 3 million objects but remains largely out of reach for most international travelers at the moment.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708718

[2026-04-02 16:41 UTC+10:00] [Asean] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Asean neutrality in Iran war is key to unlocking Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: Granting Southeast Asian vessels safe passage through the strait allows Iran to come across as a diplomatic good guy, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3348759/why-asean-neutrality-iran-war-key-unlocking-strait-hormuz

[2026-04-02 16:38 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: TikTok bets $50 million on Korea as global content hub

Snippet: Investment focuses on creator incentives and partnerships to amplify K-content worldwide

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708708

[2026-04-02 16:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea, Canada pledge deeper ties in trade, defense, energy

Snippet: Seoul ramps up bid for Canada’s multibillion-dollar submarine program

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708704

[2026-04-02 16:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Could Iran become a giant North Korea?

Snippet: Left: A woman holds an image of new Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, alongside his slain father and predecessor Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran on March 11. Right: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Kyodo, Reuters and AP)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/comment/could-iran-become-a-giant-north-korea

[2026-04-02 16:21 UTC+10:00] [Opinion] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Iran shows S Korea’s real vulnerability is cars not crude

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/iran-shows-s-koreas-real-vulnerability-is-cars-not-crude/

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

Source: Asia Times

Title: EU-India FTA: true commitment or marriage of convenience?

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/eu-india-fta-true-commitment-or-marriage-of-convenience/

[2026-04-02 16:14 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Upbit, ICEx join forces to boost Indonesia’s crypto ecosystem

Snippet: Upbit, South Korea’s largest crypto exchange, has signed a technology partnership with Indonesia's ICEx to help advance the country’s digital asset infrastructure and broader market development.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708685

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

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Australia to provide interest-free loans to businesses hit by fuel rises

Snippet: A pub-goer watches Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese deliver his address to the nation over the Iran crisis, on his phone at a pub in Sydney on April 1. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/iran-tensions/iran-war/australia-to-provide-interest-free-loans-to-businesses-hit-by-fuel-rises

[2026-04-02 16:10 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea probes fake US diplomas used by Chinese students

Snippet: Honam University is under investigation by South Korea’s immigration authorities over allegations it admitted international students using falsified graduation certificates from an unaccredited US institution, according to local media reports Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10708682

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

Source: RT News

Title: India’s condom industry crippled by Iran war – media

Snippet: India’s massive condom industry is facing major disruptions due to material shortages and soaring production costs linked to the ongoing war in the Middle East, local media has reported, citing manufacturers.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/637003-india-condom-industry-iran-oil/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-04-02 16:06 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: It’s final: Rappler wins vs 2018 SEC shutdown order

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/philippines/supreme-court-resolution-rappler-wins-shutdown-order/

[2026-04-02 16:06 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: It’s final: Rappler wins vs 2018 SEC shutdown order

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/philippines/supreme-court-resolution-wins-shutdown-order/

[2026-04-02 16:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Major earthquake in Indonesia kills one, sparks panic

Snippet: MANADO, Indonesia — A major 7.4-magnitude quake struck off the coast of eastern Indonesia on Thursday, killing one person, damaging buildings and sending people running into the streets in panic.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/02/world/major-earthquake-in-indonesia-kills-one-sparks-panic/2313115

[2026-04-02 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Filipino women are having fewer kids, but is this surprising?

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/total-fertility-rate-women-psa-survey-2025/

[2026-04-02 15:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Jonathan India dispara grand slam y Kyle Isbel se va de 4-4 en triunfo de Reales, 13-9 ante Mellizos

Snippet: Jonathan India, de los Reales de Kansas City, recorre las bases luego de conseguir un grand slam ante los Mellizos de Minnesota, el miércoles 1 de abril de 2026 (AP Foto/Charlie Riedel)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/reales-mellizos-india-isbel-mlb-342fe62c3532d6becfd08ba3e14909d7