[2026-05-14 16:04 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee, Sheinbaum discuss FTA talks revival as BTS deepens cultural ties

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/10738062

[2026-05-14 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China first female expert tree climber, once afraid of heights, turns fear into thriving career

Snippet: Former track athlete branches out and excels working at great heights; says women bring special advantages to job

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/gender-diversity/article/3353297/china-first-female-expert-tree-climber-once-afraid-heights-turns-fear-thriving-career?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-14 16:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China first female expert tree climber, once afraid of heights, turns fear into thriving career

Snippet: Former track athlete branches out and excels working at great heights; says women bring special advantages to job

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/gender-diversity/article/3353297/china-first-female-expert-tree-climber-once-afraid-heights-turns-fear-thriving-career

[2026-05-14 15:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China-US summit ‘remarkable’ but is it enough to change relations?

Snippet: Political scientist Li Cheng says the meetings have importance but they can’t tackle the fundamentals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3353515/china-us-summit-remarkable-it-enough-change-relations?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-14 15:59 UTC+10:00] [Beijing] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China-US summit ‘remarkable’ but is it enough to change relations?

Snippet: Political scientist Li Cheng says the meetings have importance but they can’t tackle the fundamentals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3353515/china-us-summit-remarkable-it-enough-change-relations

[2026-05-14 15:58 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Hyundai Motor chief stresses communication in HQ revamp

Snippet: At rare town hall, Chung Euisun discusses EV rivalry, robotics and China’s accelerating innovation push

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10738048

[2026-05-14 15:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: U.S., N.K. appear unprepared for summit, but possibility cannot be ruled out: Seoul official

Snippet: SEOUL, May 14 (Yonhap) -- Preparations for a summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un appear almost nonexistent on the occasion of Trump's ongoing visit to China, but the possibility cannot be ruled out, a senior South Korean government said Thursday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260514005900315

[2026-05-14 15:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: N.K.-linked hackers using AI to develop malware targeting S. Korean gov't system: report

Snippet: SEOUL, May 14 (Yonhap) -- A North Korea-linked hacking group is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) technology to develop malicious software targeting the South Korean government's electronic authentication system, a Russian cybersecurity firm said Thursday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260514005500320

[2026-05-14 15:49 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Trump-Xi talks leave Korean chipmakers facing tough trade-offs

Snippet: Easing US-China tensions may support Korean chip exports while accelerating China’s semiconductor ambitions

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10738036

[2026-05-14 15:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: China carmakers get most subsidies; US-sanctioned oil refiner also benefits

Snippet: The Ora 5 from Great Wall Motor is displayed at the Beijing auto show on April 24. The company, which topped the list of state subsidy recipients last year, is increasingly pushing exports. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/china-carmakers-get-most-subsidies-us-sanctioned-oil-refiner-also-benefits

[2026-05-14 15:40 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Air Force to retire aging F-5 jets by end-2027, KF-21 deployment nears

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/10738026

[2026-05-14 15:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: European markets to open higher as politics dominates the news agenda

Snippet: LONDON — European stocks are expected to open higher Thursday as investors keep an eye on political developments in the U.K. and U.S. President Donald Trump's trip to China.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/europe-markets-stoxx-600-ftse-dax-iran-news-uk-starmer-latest.html

[2026-05-14 15:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Samsung, union urged to return to talks ahead of planned walkout

Snippet: South Korea's National Labor Relations Commission on Thursday formally asked Samsung Electronics and its largest union to resume postarbitration talks on Saturday, a last-ditch attempt to avert what would be the company's first full-scale strike, set for May 21.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10738005

[2026-05-14 15:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) S. Korea approves N. Korean football team's visit for AFC semis

Snippet: (ATTN: CHANGES headline, lead; ADDS photo, more info in para 4)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260514004851315

[2026-05-14 15:22 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Rising oil prices fuel EV demand in Korea

Snippet: Prolonged conflict in the Middle East has driven up global oil prices, significantly increasing the operating costs for gas-powered vehicles in Korea while boosting demand for electric vehicles.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10738001

[2026-05-14 15:21 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: 90% of ransomware attacks target SMEs: SK shieldus

Snippet: SK shieldus said Thursday that nearly 90 percent of ransomware attack reports in South Korea over the past five years came from small and medium-sized enterprises.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10737992

[2026-05-14 15:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Candidate filing begins for June election

Snippet: Candidate filing for posts ahead of South Korea's June 3 local election and parliamentary by-election began Thursday, according to election authorities.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10737983

[2026-05-14 15:14 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Samsung doubles down on running as wearable race tightens

Snippet: Samsung Electronics on Thursday walked reporters through how the Galaxy Watch and Samsung Health support runners with training and recovery, framing the platform as its long-term play in Korea's booming running market.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10737979

[2026-05-14 15:10 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Trump wants China’s help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/14/breaking-news/994857/trump-wants-chinas-help-on-iran-beijing-may-have-other-ideas/

[2026-05-14 15:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Where does China stand in US-Iran conflict? | The National

Snippet: Trade ties and tariff relief were supposed to be the key issues on the agenda during US President Donald Trump's visit to China this week. But with the Iran war unresolved and the Strait of Hormuz still blocked, the conflict is to take precedence.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/podcasts/beyond-the-headlines/2026/05/15/where-does-china-stand-in-us-iran-conflict/

[2026-05-14 15:03 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Air Force downplays fears over North Korea’s ‘mixed attacks’

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/10737959

[2026-05-14 15:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Asian stocks are mixed as investors watch Trump-Xi summit

Snippet: Asia markets index of Japan, South Korea and Australia is seen on a screen at the foreign exchange dealing room of the Hana Bank headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stock-market-china-trump-iran-war-8420bff41dc5aa6e8a3eadfe4d3bb291

[2026-05-14 15:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: India's nascent semiconductor sector faces China's push in older chips

Snippet: A Chinese flag is displayed next to a "Made in China" sign seen on a printed circuit board with semiconductor chips. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/tech/semiconductors/india-s-nascent-semiconductor-sector-faces-china-s-push-in-older-chips

[2026-05-14 15:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: German envoy points to renewables, industrial AI and EU opportunities for S. Korea at GBF

Snippet: Ambassador highlights areas where cooperation with Korea could grow amid rising geopolitical and trade uncertainty

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10737953

[2026-05-14 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Today in Korean history

Snippet: 1712 -- Korea's Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) government erects a stone monument on Mount Baekdu to mark the border with China, then ruled by the Qing Dynasty.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260514000800320

[2026-05-14 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Gov't to launch new committee to boost efficiency of S. Korea's nuclear power plant export system

Snippet: SEOUL, May 14 (Yonhap) -- The government plans to newly establish a public-private committee to boost the efficiency of South Korea's nuclear power plant export system and promote closer cooperation between two major export firms, the industry ministry said Thursday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260514004000320

[2026-05-14 14:58 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Age

Title: How Trump’s concessions risk affecting Australia’s own interests

Snippet: It’s been said that this visit by Donald Trump to China for meetings with Xi Jinping could change the course of US-China competition and the balance of power in the Pacific and beyond.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/how-trump-s-concessions-risk-affecting-australia-s-own-interests-20260514-p5zwqn.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-14 14:53 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Hyundai Motor tops Extel Asia auto rankings

Snippet: Hyundai Motor said Thursday it had ranked first overall among 69 companies in the autos and auto parts sector in the 2026 Extel Asia Executive Team Survey covering Asia excluding China and Japan.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10737946

[2026-05-14 14:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea’s priciest golf club may change hands

Snippet: Poongsan reportedly exploring deal for luxury Songdo course as investor interest grows around premium golf assets

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10737939

[2026-05-14 14:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: What to eat in China’s Chengdu, from fiery hotpot to the original mapo tofu

Snippet: A reflection of Sichuan’s diverse flavours and culinary heritage, Chengdu’s food and drinks scene rewards the adventurous

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3353370/what-eat-chinas-chengdu-fiery-hotpot-original-mapo-tofu?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-14 14:45 UTC+10:00] [where to eat in chengdu] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: What to eat in China’s Chengdu, from fiery hotpot to the original mapo tofu

Snippet: A reflection of Sichuan’s diverse flavours and culinary heritage, Chengdu’s food and drinks scene rewards the adventurous

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3353370/what-eat-chinas-chengdu-fiery-hotpot-original-mapo-tofu

[2026-05-14 14:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Xi raises prospect of a future US-China war in meeting with Trump: ‘Thucydides trap’

Snippet: Chinese leader Xi Jinping opened Wednesday’s high-stakes meeting with President Trump by ominously raising the prospect of a future war between the US and China.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/14/us-news/xi-raises-prospect-of-a-future-us-china-war-at-trump-meeting/

[2026-05-14 14:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Gunshots fired in Philippine Senate as lawmaker wanted by ICC holds out | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Multiple gunshots sent people running for cover inside the Philippine Senate, where a legislator wanted by the International Criminal Court has sought refuge.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/video/asia/3353502/gunshots-fired-philippine-senate-lawmaker-wanted-icc-holds-out

[2026-05-14 14:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: China is dominating the chemistry race. Congress needs to catch up.

Snippet: With a September 30 deadline looming, more than 100 manufacturers are urging Congress to course-correct America’s chemical safety law before the United States is left behind.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/dispatch/china-is-dominating-the-chemistry-race-congress-needs-to-catch-up/

[2026-05-14 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Older people] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: For three years I scoured the world for answers to Europe’s big problems – here’s what I found

Snippet: Japan and Taiwan have enviable care systems because they had the courage to plan – some solutions are radical, most are hiding in plain sight

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/may/14/europe-big-problems-japan-taiwan-care-systems

[2026-05-14 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Lead Microsoft AI scientist Li Hongzhi joins China’s Tongji University

Snippet: Former head of GenAI at Microsoft Asia has focused on machine intelligence in previous research

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3353398/lead-microsoft-ai-scientist-li-hongzhi-joins-chinas-tongji-university?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-14 14:00 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Lead Microsoft AI scientist Li Hongzhi joins China’s Tongji University

Snippet: Former head of GenAI at Microsoft Asia has focused on machine intelligence in previous research

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3353398/lead-microsoft-ai-scientist-li-hongzhi-joins-chinas-tongji-university

[2026-05-14 13:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Xi-Trump summit: the takeaways so far from the first day

Snippet: The two leaders began the day with an elaborate welcome on the steps of the Great Hall of the People before heading in for talks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3353500/xi-trump-summit-takeaways-so-far-first-day?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-14 13:59 UTC+10:00] [Jamieson Greer] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Xi-Trump summit: the takeaways so far from the first day

Snippet: The two leaders began the day with an elaborate welcome on the steps of the Great Hall of the People before heading in for talks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3353500/xi-trump-summit-takeaways-so-far-first-day

[2026-05-14 13:56 UTC+10:00] [United States International Relations] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The New York Times

Title: Beijing Tightens Security As Trump and Xi Meet in China

Snippet: Officials in China rolled out an array of security measures ahead of President Trump’s arrival in Beijing, closing public parks and major roads, and implementing safeguards usually reserved for meetings of the country’s political leadership.

Read full article: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/13/world/asia/trump-china-xi-beijing-security.html

[2026-05-14 13:55 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: US President Donald Trump meets China leader Xi Jinping – in pictures

Snippet: View image in fullscreenMotorcycle escorts and security travel in the motorcade with President Donald Trump.Photograph: Mark Schiefelbein/APShareView image in fullscreenChinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) members march during a welcome ceremony for Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People.Photograph: Evan Vucci/ReutersShareView image in fullscreenResidents wait outside the airport to catch a glimpse of Air Force One, the plane of the US president.Photograph: Ng Han Guan/APShareView image in fullscreenXi Jinping and Donald Trump meet in Beijing.Photograph: Kenny Holston/ReutersShareView image in

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/gallery/2026/may/14/donald-trump-meets-xi-jinping-china-summit-in-pictures

[2026-05-14 13:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Over 96 pct of gas stations freeze gasoline prices under price cap system: ministry

Snippet: SEOUL, May 14 (Yonhap) -- More than 96 percent of gas stations nationwide have kept gasoline prices unchanged under the country's fuel price cap system, the industry ministry said Thursday, noting South Korea is managing fuel prices within a relatively stable range compared with other major economies.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260514005100320

[2026-05-14 13:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘A flying White House’: Trump’s Air Force One fuels fascination in China

Snippet: Hundreds of residents joined professional photographers at vantage points near the airport to capture the arrival of the presidential plane

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3353494/flying-white-house-trumps-air-force-one-fuels-fascination-china?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-14 13:22 UTC+10:00] [Beijing] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘A flying White House’: Trump’s Air Force One fuels fascination in China

Snippet: Hundreds of residents joined professional photographers at vantage points near the airport to capture the arrival of the presidential plane

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3353494/flying-white-house-trumps-air-force-one-fuels-fascination-china

[2026-05-14 13:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan long-term bond yields surge past 2.6% as inflation runs hot

Snippet: The yield on 10-year Japanese government bonds rose 1.5 basis points to touch 2.605%, the highest level since May 1997. (Photo by Nanami Sato)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/japan-long-term-bond-yields-surge-past-2.6-as-inflation-runs-hot

[2026-05-14 13:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Iran war latest: Trump welcomed by Xi as high-stakes meeting begins in Beijing | The National

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Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/05/14/live-trump-xi-meeting-china/

[2026-05-14 13:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Trump impressed by grand greeting in China, tells Xi the children stole the show

Snippet: President Trump kicked off his bilateral meeting with President Xi Jinping Thursday morning by praising the grand welcome ceremony.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/13/us-news/trump-impressed-by-grand-greeting-in-china-tells-xi-the-children-stole-the-show/

[2026-05-14 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (Yonhap Feature) Beneath endless skies, S. Korea's homegrown KF-21 fighter takes wing to guard nation and beyond

Snippet: SACHEON, South Korea, May 14 (Yonhap) -- Far down the sprawling runway of the Air Force's 52nd Test Flight Group, a sleek gray aircraft emerged through the heat haze, gathering speed with an ear-splitting roar before soaring into the cloudless sky in a matter of seconds.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260514002600315

[2026-05-14 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Online exports of SMEs breach US$300 mln in Q1 on cosmetics demand

Snippet: SEOUL, May 14 (Yonhap) -- Exports by South Korea's small and midsized enterprises (SMEs) through online channels reached an all-time high in the first quarter of this year, driven by strong global demand for cosmetic products, government data showed Thursday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260514004200320

[2026-05-14 12:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea to approve N. Korean football team's visit for AFC semis

Snippet: SEOUL, May 14 (Yonhap) -- Seoul will soon approve a planned visit by a North Korean women's football team to the country, the unification ministry said Thursday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260514004800315