Topic: Asia Pacific — Neutral reports only

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[2026-03-31 15:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Middle East Eye
Title: Indonesia urges respect for international law after peacekeepers killed
Snippet: Indonesia urged warring parties in the Middle East "to respect international humanitarian law" after three of its peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon.
Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/indonesia-urges-respect-international-law-after-peacekeepers-killed
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[2026-03-31 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: PH to take part in first Eurovision Song Contest in Asia
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is set to take part in the first Eurovision Song Contest held in the Asian continent, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), global entertainment company Voxovation, and S2O Productions announced on Tuesday.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/ph-to-take-part-in-first-eurovision-song-contest-in-asia/2311052
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[2026-03-31 15:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: MGM Shanghai West Bund Bringing Art into a New Luxury Stay Experience
Snippet: SHANGHAI, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Shanghai West Bund opened in 2023 as the first MGM-branded city hotel in mainland China. Located in Shanghai's West Bund area near major art landmarks such as the West Bund Museum and Tank Shanghai, the hotel has become part of the area's cultural scene, combining art, luxury, entertainment, and its signature S.H.O.W.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706561
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[2026-03-31 15:12 UTC+10:00] [Asean] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Japan PM’s fawning sparks backlash, Philippines’ work-life balance fails: 7 Asia highlights
Snippet: From Cambodia’s scam industry exodus to Jollibee’s meaning to overseas Filipinos, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/article/3348465/japan-pms-fawning-sparks-backlash-philippines-work-life-balance-fails-7-asia-highlights
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[2026-03-31 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Kenya] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: China and Kenya partner to finish ‘most consequential’ rail project
Snippet: New financing breathes life into long-stalled Standard Gauge Railway extension across African country at estimated cost of US$5.4 billion
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3348406/china-and-kenya-partner-finish-most-consequential-rail-project
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[2026-03-31 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: Ardingly College Vietnam Announces Official Launch, Pioneering the British Boarding School Model Amid Southeast Asia's International Education Boom
Snippet: LAO CAI, Vietnam, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Amid the rapid growth of international education in Asia and rising demand for British-standard programmes closer to home, Ardingly College Vietnam officially announced its launch, introducing an authentic British boarding school model to Vietnam.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706550
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[2026-03-31 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Exclusive Content] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Title: [Vantage Point] How Corporate Philippines is quietly war-gaming a supply shock
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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/newsletters/vantage-point-oil-supply-fuel-business-economy/
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[2026-03-31 14:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: New Swisslog APeC structure delivers greater resources to Southeast Asian customers
Snippet: Experienced leader, Steven Xie, to serve as Executive Vice President & Managing Director, based in Malaysia
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706546
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[2026-03-31 14:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: Asian stocks fall, oil up as Trump threatens Iran
Snippet: TOKYO — Asian stocks fell sharply in early trade Tuesday and oil prices rose as the Middle East crisis further escalated with US President Donald Trump threatening to destroy Iran's main export terminal.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/world/asian-stocks-fall-oil-up-as-trump-threatens-iran/2311040
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[2026-03-31 14:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Title: Indian mobile giant Airtel raises $1 billion for data centers from Carlyle, major PE firms
Snippet: India's telecom giant Bharti Airtel has raised $1 billion for its data center arm — Nxtra Data — from private equity firms Alpha Wave, Carlyle and Anchorage Capital, underscoring a growing global interest in the sector.
Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/pe-alpha-wave-carlyle-1-billion-airtel-data-center.html
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[2026-03-31 14:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: 27 peopled evacuate to a raft after their boat sinks in Indonesia
Snippet: PALU, Indonesia (AP) — Rescue teams raced early Tuesday to find 27 people believed to be drifting on a raft in Indonesian waters a day after their boat sank in rough seas.
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/indonesia-boat-sinks-taliabu-kema-760d781164826cb5922a17178e2a2492
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[2026-03-31 14:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: China factory activity rebounds in March as Iran war looms over growth
Snippet: HONG KONG (AP) — China’s factory activity expanded in March, ending two months of contraction, the government said Tuesday, but analysts say prolonged impacts of the Iran war could weigh on growth.
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-manufacturing-economy-pmi-iran-war-1dece7eda196b93706091b7b52eef94a
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[2026-03-31 14:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: CSC releases new policy for competency-based recruitment in govt
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Service Commission (CSC) issued a resolution to support government agencies in transitioning from traditional, process-driven personnel management to a modern, competency-based human resource system aimed at improving public service delivery.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/news/csc-releases-new-policy-for-competency-based-recruitment-in-govt/2311043
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[2026-03-31 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: Marcos to spend Holy Week in home province, urges renewal of commitment to faith
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday said he would spend Holy Week in his hometown, Ilocos Norte as he encouraged the public to renew their commitment to faith in his message.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/news/marcos-to-spend-holy-week-in-home-province-urges-renewal-of-commitment-to-faith/2311039
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[2026-03-31 13:49 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Title: Manila’s transport workers struggle to make ends meet as Philippines feels force of oil crisis
Snippet: The Philippines is uniquely exposed to the surging oil price caused by the war in the Middle East. The government is facing protests and widespread anger
Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/31/manilas-transport-workers-struggle-to-make-ends-meet-as-philippines-feels-force-of-oil-crisis
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[2026-03-31 13:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: Marcos opens new expressway in Nueva Ecija, announces free toll until Dec
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday led the opening of the Central Luzon Link Expressway (CLLEX) Contract Package 4 Aliaga–Cabanatuan Section, a four-lane segment expected to enhance connectivity across Central Luzon.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/news/marcos-opens-new-expressway-in-nueva-ecija-announces-free-toll-until-dec/2311033
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[2026-03-31 13:39 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: S. Korea to spend W434b for scientific survey, research on Dokdo
Snippet: South Korea plans to spend 433.9 billion won ($285 million) through 2030 to expand scientific survey and other research projects on the easternmost islets of Dokdo, officials said Tuesday.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706493
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[2026-03-31 13:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: Australian regulator probes Facebook, YouTube over teen social media ban
Snippet: SYDNEY, Australia — A host of tech giants including Facebook and YouTube are under investigation for potentially breaching Australia's world-leading social media ban for under-16s, the nation's online watchdog said Tuesday.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/world/asia-oceania/australian-regulator-probes-facebook-youtube-over-teen-social-media-ban/2311027
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[2026-03-31 13:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: Honda Office Launches "PR Collective Asia" to Advise Japanese Enterprises on Strengthening Corporate and Brand Reputation
Snippet: The Collective is a regional network of senior communications strategists across six Southeast Asian markets to guide Japanese companies in building trusted and respected corporate and brand presence overseas
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706404
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[2026-03-31 13:17 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Title: Australia investigates tech giants over social media ban compliance
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/technology/social-media/australia-investigates-tech-giants-ban-compliance/
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[2026-03-31 13:16 UTC+10:00] [Astro] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Bella Astillah and Syed Saddiq’s new chapter captivates Malaysia
Snippet: Many Malaysians celebrate the singer’s engagement to the lawmaker, seeing it as a triumph over past heartbreak and a challenge to societal norms
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3348466/bella-astillah-and-syed-saddiqs-new-chapter-captivates-malaysia
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[2026-03-31 13:16 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: BOK chief nominee Shin plays down ‘hawk’ label, stresses flexibility
Snippet: South Korea’s central bank chief nominee Shin Hyun-song on Tuesday downplayed concerns over a more hawkish monetary stance, stressing the need for flexibility in responding to economic conditions rather than adhering to rigid policy labels.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706392
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[2026-03-31 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: Asia seeks Russian crude oil as Iran war strains supplies
Snippet: A sign announcing ‘Diesel fuel has run out’ is displayed on a gas staton, in Prajuab Kirikhan, Thailand, Wednesday, March 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Grant Peck, file)
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/middle-east-wars-energy-asia-russia-crude-oil-ea90f06d9f35fe4bb977f068d2c6ef27
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[2026-03-31 13:07 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: BOK chief nominee says FX risks in S. Korea limited amid ample dollar liquidity
Snippet: Shin Hyun-song, nominee for governor of the Bank of Korea, said Tuesday there are no major concerns over the current level of the local currency, emphasizing that dollar liquidity remains ample.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706374
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[2026-03-31 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Jiangsu] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Chinese flight bookings rise by 20% ahead of April holiday break despite soaring airfares
Snippet: Global instability fails to deter Chinese holidaymakers with airlines selling 2.04 million tickets in the lead-up to Ching Ming Festival
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3348367/chinese-flight-bookings-rise-20-ahead-april-holiday-break-despite-soaring-airfares
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[2026-03-31 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Title: Fact Check wRap: Lies about the Middle East crisis
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Even in times of war, the Duterte family is still the favorite of fake news peddlers.
Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/podcasts-videos/fact-check-wrap-march-2026/
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[2026-03-31 12:53 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Title: Japan flags Chinese survey ship operating in disputed waters
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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/asia-pacific/japan-flags-chinese-survey-ship-eez-march-31-2026/
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[2026-03-31 12:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Title: Oil prices reverse course to fall as traders assess Trump comments on Iran war
Snippet: Oil prices reversed course to drop in early Asia trading as traders assess President Donald Trump's statements on ending the war in Iran.
Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/oil-price-today-wti-brent-trump-energy-sites-water-war-escalation-deal.html
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[2026-03-31 12:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Title: China's factory activity returns to growth, expanding at its sharpest pace in a year
Snippet: China's official gauge for manufacturing activity rose more than expected in March, marking its strongest performance in a year and snapping two months of declines.
Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/china-pmi-data-march-factory-activity-.html
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[2026-03-31 12:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: ‘Gas-and-run’ suspect surrenders after viral incident
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The driver in the viral gas-and-run incident over the weekend has surrendered, police said Tuesday.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/news/gas-and-run-suspect-surrenders-after-viral-incident/2311026
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[2026-03-31 12:04 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Title: Trump’s ‘big present’ from Iran could be an even bigger present for China
Snippet: March 31, 2026 — 12:04pm
Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/trump-s-big-present-from-iran-could-be-an-even-bigger-present-for-china-20260331-p5zk44.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-03-31 12:00 UTC+10:00] [Democratic Progressive Party] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Names and games: Taipei hits back over ‘China’ label, but will it pay off?
Snippet: Taiwan retaliates against countries that have changed its name in official systems, but analysts and lawmakers warn measures could backfire
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3348438/names-and-games-taipei-hits-back-over-china-label-will-it-pay
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[2026-03-31 12:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Chinese mum leaves son, 6, in hotel room for more than 2 weeks; staff act as carers
Snippet: Abandoned youngster tells returning mother that he is ‘a little man who can take care of himself’; cleaner who cared for him is left in tears
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3348002/chinese-mum-leaves-son-6-hotel-room-more-2-weeks-staff-act-carers
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[2026-03-31 11:51 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Title: Energy crisis raises concerns over Ligawasan Marsh exploration
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/mindanao/energy-crisis-concerns-ligawasan-marsh-exploration/
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[2026-03-31 11:31 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Title: China poised to reap rewards of global green shift as energy panic grips Asia
Snippet: Beijing: In a long-haul truck parked by the roadside in Beijing’s northern fringes, Mrs Leng’s husband is taking a kip on a thin mattress that has been propped behind the driver’s seat.
Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/china-poised-to-reap-rewards-of-global-green-shift-as-energy-panic-grips-asia-20260327-p5zjat.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-03-31 11:11 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: S. Korea to take on Austria at full strength: coach
Snippet: South Korea will face Austria in their next men's football friendly match at full strength, with a couple of key attackers ready to roll after being limited in their previous contest, head coach Hong Myung-bo said.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706157
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[2026-03-31 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Japan’s wartime past weighs on growing military role in Philippines
Snippet: Critics oppose the return of Japanese troops over Tokyo’s lack of a formal apology for the wartime abuse of Filipino ‘comfort women’
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3348443/japans-wartime-past-weighs-growing-military-role-philippines
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[2026-03-31 11:00 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Title: This group wants to change the way the Philippines talks about drug use
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/accept-project-drug-use-policy-shift-harm-reduction/
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[2026-03-31 11:00 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]
Source: SBS News
Title: 'Arriving at their doorsteps: The crisis facing Australia's neighbours
Snippet: World Vision is sounding the alarm about food insecurity in the Asia Pacific. Source: Getty
Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/middle-east-war-threatening-food-security-for-pacific-and-south-asian-children/mn5y8ppv5
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[2026-03-31 10:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Title: Asia-Pacific markets set to fall as U.S. crude oil settles above $100 for first time since 2022
Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were set to fall Tuesday as the conflict in the Middle East keeps investors jittery, with crude oil prices continuing to rise.
Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/asia-markets-today-hsi-nikkei-kospi-csi.html
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[2026-03-31 10:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: Pagasa: Another sunny day for PH, heat index in Metro Manila may hit 37°C
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The entire archipelago would continue to experience generally fair weather, and Metro Manila's temperature would hit 37 degrees Celsius, falling under the extreme caution category, the state-run weather agency said on Tuesday.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/news/pagasa-another-sunny-day-for-ph-heat-index-in-metro-manila-may-hit-37c/2310970
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[2026-03-31 10:30 UTC+10:00] [Mixue Group] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Chinese coffee brands need more than low prices to compete with global players: analysts
Snippet: Luckin, Lucky Cup, Cotti and Nowwa are expanding quickly overseas, but analysts warn success depends on consumer experience and quality
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3348412/chinese-coffee-brands-need-more-low-prices-compete-global-players-analysts
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[2026-03-31 10:19 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: UN Human Rights Council adopts resolution on N. Korea's human rights
Snippet: The UN Human Rights Council has adopted this year's UN resolution on North Korea's human rights situation, co-sponsored by South Korea and 49 other nations.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706088
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[2026-03-31 10:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Title: CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: China's AI race enters a new phase
Snippet: This report is from this week's CNBC's The China Connection newsletter, which brings you insights and analysis on what's driving the world's second-largest economy. You can subscribe here.
Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/cnbcs-china-connection-newsletter-ai-race-enters-a-new-phase.html
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[2026-03-31 10:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Title: The ‘Third Front’: China resurrects Mao’s military capabilities
Snippet: As ties with Washington sour, China is reviving a cold war strategy to defend against a US attack
Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/31/third-front-china-mao-military-factories-defences
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[2026-03-31 10:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: [Graphic News] National park visitors rebound
Snippet: The number of visitors at South Korea’s national parks continued to rise in 2025, extending the post-COVID recovery trend.
Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10705934
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[2026-03-31 09:00 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Europe’s crisis tourism: how the Iran war swallowed the EU’s geopolitical agenda
Snippet: From trade with China to the Middle East conflict and resulting energy shock, Brussels’ agenda has been repeatedly knocked off course
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3348402/europes-crisis-tourism-how-iran-war-swallowed-eus-geopolitical-agenda
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[2026-03-31 08:55 UTC+10:00] [Chinese Exclusion Act] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Born in the USA? China targeted in America’s birthright citizenship fight
Snippet: As Supreme Court decision looms, Chinese nationals find themselves at the centre of disputed core constitutional issue: who is an American?
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/diplomacy/article/3348460/born-usa-china-targeted-americas-birthright-citizenship-fight
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[2026-03-31 08:30 UTC+10:00] [Afghanistan] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Why India is quietly deepening its engagement with the Taliban
Snippet: New Delhi’s courtship of Kabul is powered by realpolitik as the imperatives of security, strategy and connectivity converge
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3348182/why-india-quietly-deepening-its-engagement-taliban
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[2026-03-31 07:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: Pacific Northwest Sportswatch Daily Listings
Snippet: New York at Seattle — TBS
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/data-skrive-a40556a710b7a328f474732f4f1671ad
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