Topic: Asia Pacific — Neutral reports only
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[2026-03-21 20:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The UST Golden Tigresses recovered from an opening set loss to surge to their third straight win at Ateneo Blue Eagles' expense, 21-25, 25-11, 25-22, 25-12, at the Araneta Coliseum Saturday.
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[2026-03-21 19:12 UTC+10:00] [Women's Asian Cup 2026] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Updates from the Matildas’ clash at Stadium Australia
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[2026-03-21 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Artists] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-21 18:43 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-03-21 18:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: The Women's Asian Cup final is upon us, with a red-hot Japan standing in the way of the Matildas and what could be their first piece of silverware since 2010.
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[2026-03-21 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Conflicts, such as the Iran war, are diverting global attention away from the ecological crisis, scientists warn
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[2026-03-21 18:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Krafton’s Montreal studio, Samsung’s AI presence highlight deepening Korea ties
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[2026-03-21 17:47 UTC+10:00] [Japan] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Calling on the world to oppose the attacks against Iran, the foreign minister notes Japan’s ‘balanced and fair’ position
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[2026-03-21 17:44 UTC+10:00] [Sport / Rugby Union] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: The Queensland Reds have shut out the Drua to emphatically end their Fiji drought and push into the Super Rugby Pacific top three.
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[2026-03-21 17:34 UTC+10:00] [Finance] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-03-21 17:01 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: South Korea is in close talks with countries, including Iran, to ensure a swift normalization of the Strait of Hormuz after Tehran said it is ready to allow Japan-bound vessels to pass through the sea route virtually closed in the wake of the Middle East crisis, a foreign ministry official said Saturday.
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[2026-03-21 17:00 UTC+10:00] [strontium optical clock] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chinese scientists have created an optical clock that may lead to development of space-based versions that are smaller, stable and portable
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[2026-03-21 17:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Folk legend has it that the morning delicacy first appeared when a primordial goddess melted stones in a riverbed to ‘patch up the sky’
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[2026-03-21 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Artists] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Singer-songwriter syd hartha returns to Rappler Live Jam on Saturday, March 21!
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[2026-03-21 16:30 UTC+10:00] [John Paolo Rivera] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: With diesel in the triple digits amid the Iran war, Filipinos brace for a domino effect on rice, electricity and basic household necessities
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[2026-03-21 16:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea — South Korean rescue workers on Saturday recovered the remains of 10 people from the charred wreckage of an auto parts factory in the central city of Daejeon, where a blaze likely triggered by an explosion injured at least 59 others and left four missing.
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[2026-03-21 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Andonis Foniadakis] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants brings big name chefs to town, edible art comes to Central, and Hong Kong Ballet channels 80s pop
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[2026-03-21 15:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Utah Mammoth left wing Lawson Crouse (67) moves the puck to the goal but is blocked by Anaheim Ducks goalie Lukas Dostal (1) during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Friday, March 20, 2026, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Melissa Majchrzak)
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[2026-03-21 15:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Golf Tour unveils its new 10-leg season on March 24 with a loaded field primed for an early statement at the ICTSI Lakewood Championship in Cabanatuan City.
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[2026-03-21 15:30 UTC+10:00] [Ali Khamenei] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Israeli strikes on the world’s largest gas field and Iranian attacks on Saudi and Qatari hubs threaten a global energy crisis
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[2026-03-21 15:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Ateneo de Manila University avoided a complete meltdown, finding its second wind in the decider to survive University of Santo Tomas, 26-24, 25-18, 22-25, 16-25, 15-9, in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Tournament at the Araneta Coliseum on Saturday.
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[2026-03-21 15:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alexandra "Alex" Eala runs in 19th place in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) Singles Race live rankings on Saturday.
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[2026-03-21 14:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: DAVAO CITY, Philippines – The long wait ends on Sunday as the BYD IRONMAN 70.3 Davao presented by Aboitiz blasts off, igniting a high-stakes endurance showdown that brings together elite international contenders, rising stars and the country’s finest triathletes in one of the most anticipated races on the calendar.
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[2026-03-21 14:30 UTC+10:00] [ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Anwar’s government isn’t failing its ideals. It’s navigating a reality where Malay-Muslim legitimacy dictates the limits of social change
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[2026-03-21 14:30 UTC+10:00] [Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Readers discuss Beijing’s diplomatic messaging at the ‘two sessions’ meetings, and the spirit of Eid ul-Fitr
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[2026-03-21 14:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Aerogeneradores operan en una planta solar cerca de Weifang, en la provincia de Shandong, el 22 de marzo de 2024, en el este de China. (AP Foto/Ng Han Guan, archivo)
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[2026-03-21 14:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to embody the values of compassion, humility, patience, and charity demonstrated during the holy month of Ramadan as the country celebrates Eid’l Fitr on Saturday.
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[2026-03-21 14:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —The Department of Health-Metro Manila Center for Health Development (DOH-MMCHD) reported a total of 101,807 cases of tuberculosis (TB) in the National Capital Region, stressing the need to intensify the agency's campaign for early detection.
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[2026-03-21 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Cathay Pacific Airways] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Surging jet fuel prices are pushing airlines – including several Chinese carriers – to raise fares, with a warning of 9 per cent price rises
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[2026-03-21 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-21 13:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Polish netter Magda Linette gave props to Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala ahead of their round of 32 clash at the Miami Open early Sunday in Manila.
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[2026-03-21 13:46 UTC+10:00] [Itaewon] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: An estimated 260,000 fans are expected to flood the city to watch the K-pop band, as memories of the 2022 Itaewon disaster still linger
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[2026-03-21 13:00 UTC+10:00] [China Development Forum] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Nearly 80 executives from foreign firms, with those from the US making up the largest group, will attend the two-day forum
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[2026-03-21 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Lee Il-woo] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Cheongung-II hit 96 per cent of targets at a third of the cost of its US rival, triggering a scramble for the technology
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[2026-03-21 12:30 UTC+10:00] [Hankou] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: In a somewhat unexpected way, moving to New York broadened my perspective on China’s vast linguistic and culinary differences
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[2026-03-21 12:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Cameron McEvoy, of Australia, celebrates after winning the men’s 50-meter freestyle final at the World Swimming Championships in Fukuoka, Japan, July 29, 2023. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
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[2026-03-21 12:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: For ita bag enthusiasts, these creations symbolise freedom to express diverse passions, providing joy and relief through self-expression
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[2026-03-21 12:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: The best-selling poetry collection in Korea over the past decade has been Na Tae-joo’s "I See You Like I See a Flower," according to online bookstore Yes24.
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[2026-03-21 11:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Gold medalist China’s Eileen Gu poses with her medals after winning the women’s freestyle skiing halfpipe final at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Livigno, Italy, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
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[2026-03-21 11:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea — After a four-year break, K-pop supergroup BTS returns Saturday with a massive, free comeback concert in Seoul, where thousands of police are locking down a central boulevard for the Netflix-exclusive spectacle expected to draw tens of thousands of fans.
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[2026-03-21 11:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) warned residents in Metro Manila and Maguindanao to exercise "extreme caution" amid 33 to 40 degrees Celsius temperatures today, Saturday.
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[2026-03-21 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Snippet: Before it ever hit Prime Video, The Silent Service: Season 2 was originally released in Japan as a 2025 political thriller movie called The Silent Service: Great Battle of the Arctic Ocean. While Season 1 was split up into eight episodes, this second season is essentially just a single 2-hour-long movie that picks up where the previous season left off.
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[2026-03-21 11:15 UTC+10:00] [Hakka culture] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A people shaped by centuries of migration, Hakka communities are found across China and are prevalent in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand
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[2026-03-21 11:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Workers adjust a banner promoting a comeback concert of K-pop boy group BTS on the government complex building near Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, March 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)
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[2026-03-21 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Birth rates are falling. Populations are ageing. In Southeast Asia, the business of dying has never been bigger
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[2026-03-21 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Australia] [Factuality: 100]
Source: SBS News
Snippet: And after surviving an early onslaught of Australian fight and fire, Japan slipped back into the groove. Source: AAP / Dan Himbrechts
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[2026-03-21 10:43 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: US President Donald Trump said Friday that his administration is considering "winding down" its military operation against Iran, while calling on South Korea, China, Japan and other countries to get involved in efforts to secure the vital Strait of Hormuz.
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[2026-03-21 10:18 UTC+10:00] [Donald Trump] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: US president claims he ‘always says yes’ to Australia, Japan and South Korea, after saying he didn’t need help from trio of countries earlier this week
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[2026-03-21 10:17 UTC+10:00] [America] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: House Select Committee says Beijing using monetary contributions, critical UN posts and strategic troop deployment to expand its reach
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[2026-03-21 10:11 UTC+10:00] [Northeast Asia] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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