[2026-07-25 13:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan should take sustainability seriously

Snippet: Readers suggest a list of environmental priorities for the city, and discuss renewed tensions in the South China Sea

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3361671/hong-kongs-first-5-year-plan-should-take-sustainability-seriously

[2026-07-25 13:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee’s AI power dinner over fish and chips

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/10819920

[2026-07-25 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Putting the ‘K’ back in K-pop: how Rescene charmed South Korea

Snippet: While major labels chase global fame, Rescene won over South Korea by putting local culture front and centre

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3361767/putting-k-back-k-pop-how-rescene-charmed-south-korea?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 13:00 UTC+10:00] [EXID] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Putting the ‘K’ back in K-pop: how Rescene charmed South Korea

Snippet: While major labels chase global fame, Rescene won over South Korea by putting local culture front and centre

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3361767/putting-k-back-k-pop-how-rescene-charmed-south-korea

[2026-07-25 12:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China hits Trip.com with US$765 million antitrust penalty after six-month investigation

Snippet: The country’s biggest online travel services provider is accused of abusing its ‘dominant market position’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3361818/china-hits-tripcom-us765-million-antitrust-penalty-after-six-month-investigation?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 12:32 UTC+10:00] [State Administration for Market Regulation] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China hits Trip.com with US$765 million antitrust penalty after six-month investigation

Snippet: The country’s biggest online travel services provider is accused of abusing its ‘dominant market position’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3361818/china-hits-tripcom-us765-million-antitrust-penalty-after-six-month-investigation

[2026-07-25 12:32 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Heavy monsoon rain triggers severe Davao flooding, evacuations

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/heavy-monsoon-rain-triggers-severe-davao-flooding-evacuations/

[2026-07-25 12:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Milky tea made with Chinese leaves brews Japan's latest drinks trend

Snippet: Chazhong's milk tea, pictured at its outlet in Yokohama, features a steam effect from a teaware device atop the cup. (Photo by Manami Yamada)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/food-beverage/milky-tea-made-with-chinese-leaves-brews-japan-s-latest-drinks-trend

[2026-07-25 12:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: T3 signal expected between 1pm and 3pm on Saturday, classes to be suspended

Snippet: Observatory says stronger winds and squally showers expected later in the day, as Typhoon Noul moves across northeastern part of South China Sea

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/3361817/t3-signal-expected-between-1pm-and-3pm-saturday-classes-be-suspended?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 12:25 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong Observatory] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: T3 signal expected between 1pm and 3pm on Saturday, classes to be suspended

Snippet: Observatory says stronger winds and squally showers expected later in the day, as Typhoon Noul moves across northeastern part of South China Sea

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/3361817/t3-signal-expected-between-1pm-and-3pm-saturday-classes-be-suspended

[2026-07-25 12:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) Lee declares vision to make S. Korea leader in AI supply chain

Snippet: (ATTN: UPDATES with more info, photo in last 7 paras)By Park Boram

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260725001151315

[2026-07-25 12:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pepito debuts, Solar Spikers face stern Chameleons test in Vigan showdown

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Nxled tests a Capital1 side missing its starting wingers as the Premier Volleyball League On Tour Showdown travels to Chavit Coliseum in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur on Saturday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/07/25/sports/pepito-debuts-solar-spikers-face-stern-chameleons-test-in-vigan-showdown/2391359

[2026-07-25 12:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Padilla: Justice, not 'trophy of conviction,' should be prosecution's goal

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — After telling the prosecutors in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte not to be "one-sided," Sen. Robin Padilla on Saturday reminded them of their duty to ensure that justice was served, and not merely to secure a conviction.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/07/25/news/padilla-justice-not-trophy-of-conviction-should-be-prosecutions-goal/2391358

[2026-07-25 12:15 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Riize draws 50,000 to Japan fan meeting tour

Snippet: K-pop group Riize has wrapped up its Japan fan meeting tour, drawing about 50,000 people across six shows, SM Entertainment said.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10819892

[2026-07-25 12:10 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Nvidia, SK to announce $500 billion partnership, Jensen Huang says

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/10819890

[2026-07-25 12:09 UTC+10:00] [Darwin] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Top guns buzz the Top End: the 2026 Pitch Black flying display dazzles Darwin – in pictures

Snippet: View image in fullscreenAn RAAF officer stands with young spectators as an F/A-18F Super Hornet flies pastShareView image in fullscreenThousands of spectators gather at Mindil beach for the event, which has become a traditional part of the Exercise Pitch Black calendar since 2012ShareView image in fullscreenA C-130 Hercules transport aircraft is silhouetted against the setting sun ShareView image in fullscreenA Japan Air Self-Defense Force E-2D Advanced Hawkeye and F-35A Lightning II aircraft fly past spectators.

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/gallery/2026/jul/25/top-guns-buzz-the-top-end-the-2026-pitch-black-flying-display-dazzles-darwin-in-pictures

[2026-07-25 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Investment with Chinese characteristics: how Beijing’s money is reshaping tech ventures

Snippet: China’s tech sector thrives on state-backed investment, reshaping funding dynamics and sparking a debate about balancing risk and innovation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3361779/investment-chinese-characteristics-how-beijings-money-reshaping-tech-ventures?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 12:00 UTC+10:00] [ChangXin Memory Technologies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Investment with Chinese characteristics: how Beijing’s money is reshaping tech ventures

Snippet: China’s tech sector thrives on state-backed investment, reshaping funding dynamics and sparking a debate about balancing risk and innovation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3361779/investment-chinese-characteristics-how-beijings-money-reshaping-tech-ventures

[2026-07-25 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Long before the Silk Road, silkworm cocoons already existed in Uzbekistan

Snippet: Some 4,000 years ago, ancient people brought the production technique for the precious luxury from China to Central Asia via India

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3361762/long-silk-road-silkworm-cocoons-already-existed-uzbekistan?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 12:00 UTC+10:00] [Zhou Xinying] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Long before the Silk Road, silkworm cocoons already existed in Uzbekistan

Snippet: Some 4,000 years ago, ancient people brought the production technique for the precious luxury from China to Central Asia via India

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3361762/long-silk-road-silkworm-cocoons-already-existed-uzbekistan

[2026-07-25 11:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) Lee meets OpenAI, Nvidia CEOs, calls for greater roles in S. Korea's AI investment projects

Snippet: (ATTN: RECASTS headline; UPDATES throughout with more info, photos)By Park Boram

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260725000451315

[2026-07-25 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Japan’s scenic Tohoku region is still a tourist outlier

Snippet: Tohoku is just a couple of hours north of Tokyo by bullet train, yet only 6 per cent of overseas visitors visited last year

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3361778/why-japans-scenic-tohoku-region-still-tourist-outlier?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Miyagi] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Japan’s scenic Tohoku region is still a tourist outlier

Snippet: Tohoku is just a couple of hours north of Tokyo by bullet train, yet only 6 per cent of overseas visitors visited last year

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3361778/why-japans-scenic-tohoku-region-still-tourist-outlier

[2026-07-25 11:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Young Japanese artists turn school blackboards into a creative medium

Snippet: Chiho Ninomiya, from left, Kanami Murata and Karin Makishima, freshman members of the art club at Kumagaya Girls High School, discuss ideas for chalk art drawing at the school in Kumagaya, northwest of Tokyo, Tuesday, July 21, 2026, as they are part of the team participating in a national blackboard art contest.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/japan-schools-art-blackboards-chalk-graffiti-b7c76f4e3e396994889e42af37897637

[2026-07-25 11:22 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Extreme heat to hit southeastern Korea

Snippet: Sweltering heat will continue across the country Saturday, with heat wave advisories and warnings in effect in most regions, the Korea Meteorological Administration said.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10819867

[2026-07-25 11:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: China Is Now Viewed More Favorably Than America

Snippet: Public opinion toward the world’s two leading powers has undergone a notable shift. Pew Research Center’s Spring 2026 Global Attitudes Survey reveals significant differences in how countries perceive China and the United States.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/china-now-viewed-more-favorably-america

[2026-07-25 11:16 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee’s San Francisco declaration casts Korea as hub for building, using and sharing AI

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/10819860

[2026-07-25 11:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China makes offer to Indonesia, positioning itself for unique access to minerals: analyst

Snippet: Beijing may attempt to trade manufacturing assistance for access to Indonesia’s vast, export-restricted reserves

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3361695/china-makes-offer-indonesia-positioning-itself-unique-access-minerals-analyst?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 11:16 UTC+10:00] [Indonesia trade] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China makes offer to Indonesia, positioning itself for unique access to minerals: analyst

Snippet: Beijing may attempt to trade manufacturing assistance for access to Indonesia’s vast, export-restricted reserves

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3361695/china-makes-offer-indonesia-positioning-itself-unique-access-minerals-analyst

[2026-07-25 11:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala, Venus Williams gear up for Mubadala DC Open doubles

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala and American legend Venus Williams continue their preparation for the WTA 500 Mubadala D.C. Open doubles in Washington D.C. in the United States.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/07/25/sports/alex-eala-venus-williams-gear-up-for-mubadala-dc-open-doubles/2391353

[2026-07-25 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese weight-loss trend of mixing tea with enemas sends many to hospital

Snippet: Extreme slimming method is claimed to help people shed weight in just two days, but doctor says it can seriously harm the digestive system

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3361803/chinese-weight-loss-trend-mixing-tea-enemas-sends-many-hospital?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 11:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese weight-loss trend of mixing tea with enemas sends many to hospital

Snippet: Extreme slimming method is claimed to help people shed weight in just two days, but doctor says it can seriously harm the digestive system

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3361803/chinese-weight-loss-trend-mixing-tea-enemas-sends-many-hospital

[2026-07-25 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Family office of Henderson Land boss to fast-track Central Asia green energy plans

Snippet: Managing partner of Peter Lee’s family office says firm is pressing ahead with investment projects such as sustainable aviation fuel

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3361801/family-office-henderson-land-boss-fast-track-central-asia-green-energy-plans?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 11:00 UTC+10:00] [scmp] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Family office of Henderson Land boss to fast-track Central Asia green energy plans

Snippet: Managing partner of Peter Lee’s family office says firm is pressing ahead with investment projects such as sustainable aviation fuel

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3361801/family-office-henderson-land-boss-fast-track-central-asia-green-energy-plans

[2026-07-25 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: South Korea’s own Maga movement has a hold on its right wing | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Will the party of Yoon Suk-yeol turn over a new leaf or continue to push far-right conspiracies?

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/video/world/3361766/south-koreas-own-maga-movement-has-hold-its-right-wing

[2026-07-25 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Marcos’ pet bills quietly abandoned by his own administration

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/list-marcos-priority-legislation-abandoned-ledac/

[2026-07-25 10:57 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Comelec holds plebiscite in 5 barangays in Parañaque

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Saturday held a plebiscite among five barangays in Parañaque City to ratify a city ordinance that aims to change the territorial boundaries of these barangays.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/482150/comelec-holds-plebiscite-in-5-barangays-in-paranaque/

[2026-07-25 10:52 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Nvidia chief pledges massive investment, cooperation with S. Korea in meeting with Lee

Snippet: President Lee Jae Myung held a meeting with Nvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jensen Huang on Friday, during which the tech executive unveiled a series of large cooperation projects with South Korean tech firms, including a US$500 billion business partnership with SK Group.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10819850

[2026-07-25 10:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles win 100-meter titles at US championships

Snippet: United States’ Sha’Carri Richardson looks on after winning the gold medal in the women’s 4 X 100 meters relay at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Sept. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/us-track-field-shacarri-richardson-801289fb21d769b4fd9c3860505a9974

[2026-07-25 10:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Lee declares vision to make S. Korea leader in AI supply chain

Snippet: SAN FRANCISCO, July 24 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung declared a vision Friday to make South Korea a trustworthy production base and supply partner for artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors, vowing to lead the country into a key global player in the AI supply chain.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260725001100315

[2026-07-25 10:25 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Kiyapo rapidly intensifies into typhoon, leaves PAR

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/weather/typhoon-kiyapo-southwest-monsoon-update-pagasa-forecast-july-25-2026-5am/

[2026-07-25 10:23 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Nvidia chief says will announce $500 bln partnership with SK Group in meeting with Lee

Snippet: President Lee Jae Myung held a meeting with Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang on Friday, during which the tech executive said his company will announce a $500 billion business partnership with South Korea's SK Group.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10819847

[2026-07-25 10:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) Nvidia chief pledges massive investment, cooperation with S. Korea in meeting with Lee

Snippet: (ATTN: CHANGES headline, lead; UPDATES with more info from 3rd para)By Park Boram

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260725000751315

[2026-07-25 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: When Chinese emperors and their prime ministers fell out, the results could be deadly

Snippet: Imperial China relied on officials to run government affairs under the emperor, but as history shows, this power dynamic was a fragile one

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3361558/when-chinese-emperors-and-their-prime-ministers-fell-out-results-could-be-deadly?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-25 10:15 UTC+10:00] [Petr Pavel] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: When Chinese emperors and their prime ministers fell out, the results could be deadly

Snippet: Imperial China relied on officials to run government affairs under the emperor, but as history shows, this power dynamic was a fragile one

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3361558/when-chinese-emperors-and-their-prime-ministers-fell-out-results-could-be-deadly

[2026-07-25 10:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: The culinary stars align in Hangzhou

Snippet: Lamb chops smoked over century-old persimmon wood and leaves at Xi Yin in Hangzhou. The eastern Chinese city is reclaiming its place as one of the country's culinary capitals. (Courtesy of Xi Yin)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/life-arts/life/eat-drink/the-culinary-stars-align-in-hangzhou

[2026-07-25 10:00 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Vantage Point] Oil’s false prophets

Snippet: The Economist mocked investors in late April for predicting Brent crude oil to reach roughly US$88 per barrel by the end of the year.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/vantage-point-oil-prices-false-prophets-wrong-forecast-economist/

[2026-07-25 10:00 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 95]

Source: SBS News

Title: 'We have done it': India's 'cockroach' movement notches up a major victory

Snippet: Indian ‌education minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned, handing a major ‌victory to youth protesters nationwide who had demanded that he quit ‌to take responsibility for examination paper leaks.

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/dharmendra-pradhan-resigns-in-victory-for-indias-cockroach-movement/fgw60orwt

[2026-07-25 09:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Nvidia chief says will announce US$500 bln partnership with SK Group in meeting with Lee

Snippet: SAN FRANCISCO, July 24 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung held a meeting with Nvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jensen Huang on Friday, during which the tech executive said his company will announce a US$500 billion business partnership with South Korea's SK Group.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260725000700315

[2026-07-25 09:30 UTC+10:00] [India] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ‘I will die for this cause’: how India’s cockroach meme became the biggest challenge to Modi’s grip on power

Snippet: Prime minister’s propaganda machine falters as fiercely secular youth protests reclaim nationalism

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/ng-interactive/2026/jul/25/i-will-die-for-this-cause-how-indias-cockroach-meme-became-the-biggest-challenge-to-modis-grip-on-power