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

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Honda scrambles to stem bleeding in China with gasoline-car plant shutdown

Snippet: A Dongfeng Honda factory in the Chinese city of Wuhan. Honda Motor has shut Chinese production facilities making gasoline-fueled vehicles as demand declines. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/honda-scrambles-to-stem-bleeding-in-china-with-gasoline-car-plant-shutdown

[2026-04-18 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: hosts aiming to ‘put down Asian Games marker’ against Japan

Snippet: Rory Stewart-Cox contributes pick of Hong Kong’s six tries as hosts thump China under Kai Tak Stadium Friday night lights on day one of event

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/rugby/hk-sevens/article/3350536/cathay/hsbc-hong-kong-sevens-hosts-aiming-put-down-asian-games-marker-against-japan?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-18 08:00 UTC+10:00] [Cathay Pacific] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: hosts aiming to ‘put down Asian Games marker’ against Japan

Snippet: Rory Stewart-Cox contributes pick of Hong Kong’s six tries as hosts thump China under Kai Tak Stadium Friday night lights on day one of event

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/rugby/hk-sevens/article/3350536/cathay/hsbc-hong-kong-sevens-hosts-aiming-put-down-asian-games-marker-against-japan

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese manufacturers recalibrate overseas expansion plans in wake of Iran war

Snippet: Businesses are rethinking short-term strategies as they adapt to rising costs and slowing growth across major economies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350477/chinese-manufacturers-recalibrate-overseas-expansion-plans-wake-iran-war?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-18 08:00 UTC+10:00] [overseas investment] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese manufacturers recalibrate overseas expansion plans in wake of Iran war

Snippet: Businesses are rethinking short-term strategies as they adapt to rising costs and slowing growth across major economies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350477/chinese-manufacturers-recalibrate-overseas-expansion-plans-wake-iran-war

[2026-04-18 07:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan to provide Sony with $380m to make image sensors

Snippet: An image sensor facility being built in Japan's southwestern prefecture of Kumamoto by a Sony chipmaking unit. (Sony Group)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/tech/semiconductors/japan-to-provide-sony-with-380m-to-make-image-sensors

[2026-04-18 05:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: NTT Data to build massive AI data center near Tokyo

Snippet: NTT Data Group plans to add an AI-focused data center to its expanding portfolio of such facilities in Japan. (Photo by Kosuke Shimizu)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/artificial-intelligence/ntt-data-to-build-massive-ai-data-center-near-tokyo

[2026-04-18 04:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Japan comes up with new word for 40C-and-hotter days after blistering summer

Snippet: Japan has unveiled a new name for days that reach 40C (104F) or above, after the country experienced its hottest summer on record last year.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crr185nx0n9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-18 03:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: US activist fund urges Japan's Sanyo Shokai to pay special dividend

Snippet: A store displays products by Mackintosh Philosophy, a Sanyo Shokai brand. (Photo by Nikkei)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/companies/us-activist-fund-urges-japan-s-sanyo-shokai-to-pay-special-dividend

[2026-04-18 03:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan, Russia, South Korea, others agree to saury fishing cuts

Snippet: Japan's saury haul remains less than 20% of the 2008 peak, prompting efforts to restore the stock. (Photo by Takumi Sasaki)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/fisheries/japan-russia-south-korea-others-agree-to-saury-fishing-cuts

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Escaped wolf safely returns to South Korean zoo after intense nine-day search

Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The South Korean internet erupted in celebration as a two-year-old wolf that escaped from a zoo in South Korea was captured safely Friday after a nine-day search that kept the nation on edge and made it a national celebrity.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/17/world-news/escaped-wolf-safely-returns-to-south-korean-zoo-after-intense-nine-day-search/

[2026-04-18 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the .

Snippet: The PostMag Quick CrosswordSaturday, 18 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-04-18

[2026-04-18 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Mini Sudoku.

Snippet: Mini SudokuSaturday, 18 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-04-18

[2026-04-18 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the SCMP Cryptic Crossword.

Snippet: The SCMP Cryptic CrosswordSaturday, 18 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-04-18

[2026-04-18 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Word Search.

Snippet: Word SearchSaturday, 18 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-04-18

[2026-04-18 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Applications extended for JPEPA Nurse and Certified Careworker Candidates

Snippet: THE submission of applications for the forthcoming batch of Candidates for Nurse and Certified Careworker under the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA) has been extended until April 24, 2026 (Friday).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/18/tmt-newswire/applications-extended-for-jpepa-nurse-and-certified-careworker-candidates/2322611

[2026-04-18 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Of failed revolution and Raymond Powell

Snippet: THE original intention for the meeting was to discuss the filing of a petition at the Supreme Court for restraining Raymond Powell from interfering with the internal affairs of the Philippines, particularly the conduct of government. Asian Century Philippines Strategic Studies Institute (ACPSSI) President Herman Tiu Laurel and the institute’s legal counsel Raffy Tuvera scheduled the afternoon meeting at the Valle Verde Country Club.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/18/opinion/columns/of-failed-revolution-and-raymond-powell/2322907

[2026-04-18 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: China embassy to Japan: Probe threats vs diplomats

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/18/world/asia-oceania/china-embassy-to-japan-probe-threats-vs-diplomats/2322941

[2026-04-18 01:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Nissan cuts rare earths used in Leaf EV motor by 90%

Snippet: The new Leaf, which went on sale in Japan in January, uses 90% less heavy rare earths than the original Leaf. (Photo by Marina Inoue)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/nissan-cuts-rare-earths-used-in-leaf-ev-motor-by-90

[2026-04-18 00:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: SoftBank to sell US startup Brain's AI smartphone in Japan

Snippet: SoftBank will hold exclusive sales Japanese rights to the Natural AI Phone for a year. (Photo by Mayumi Tsumita)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/artificial-intelligence/softbank-to-sell-us-startup-brain-s-ai-smartphone-in-japan

[2026-04-18 00:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: US Intelligence Believes China Weighing Sending Iran Advance Radar Systems

Snippet: US intelligence is flagging early signs that Beijing may have been eyeing a move into the Iran conflict - quietly considering sending advanced radar systems, which it is said to have been mulling since near the opening of the US-Israel war which kicked off last month.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/us-intelligence-believes-china-weighing-sending-iran-advance-radar-systems

[2026-04-17 23:59 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee calls for joint action to stabilize Strait of Hormuz at summit: Seoul

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/10720045

[2026-04-17 23:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: AP News

Title: Russell wants to keep Verstappen in F1 but would 'understand' if he goes

Snippet: Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands leaves during the qualifying session of the Japanese Formula One Grand Prix at the Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, Japan, Saturday, March 28, 2026. (Franck Robichon/Pool Photo via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/george-russell-kimi-antonelli-f1-b20d7266c6502209052bd33bcc4392a7

[2026-04-17 23:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Elusive wolf in South Korea captured and returned to zoo after nine days on the run

Snippet: A wolf that escaped from a zoo in the South Korean city of Daejeon was recaptured on Friday after nine days on the run, bringing to a close a saga that gripped the public as the elusive animal evaded earlier capture attempts.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/omg/article-893364

[2026-04-17 23:45 UTC+10:00] [World news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Lebanese return home and a robot sorts groceries in China: pictures of the day – Friday

Snippet: View image in fullscreenWashington, USDonald Trump speaks to the media before boarding Marine One at the White House for the start of a trip to Las Vegas and PhoenixPhotograph: Andrew Leyden/ZUMA Press Wire/ShutterstockShareView image in fullscreenSydney, AustraliaThe duke and duchess of Sussex meet volunteer first responders from Bondi Surf Bathers’ life saving club on day four of the couple’s trip to AustraliaPhotograph: Jonathan Brady/Pool/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenLondon, UKPeter Mandelson walks his dog.

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/gallery/2026/apr/17/lebanese-return-home-robot-china-does-the-groceries-pictures-of-the-day-friday

[2026-04-17 23:30 UTC+10:00] [Chen Jie] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war energy shock threatens Southeast Asia’s supply chains. A win for China?

Snippet: US and European importers are shifting some orders back to China – but not everyone is optimistic

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3350446/iran-war-energy-shock-threatens-southeast-asias-supply-chains-win-china

[2026-04-17 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war energy shock threatens Southeast Asia’s supply chains. A win for China?

Snippet: US and European importers are shifting some orders back to China – but not everyone is optimistic

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3350446/iran-war-energy-shock-threatens-southeast-asias-supply-chains-win-china?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese trucks could go 100% electric, halving road transport oil use: industry

Snippet: China’s industrial supply chains and engineering expertise provide a distinct competitive advantage, CiDi CEO Albert Hu says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350463/chinese-trucks-could-go-100-electric-halving-road-transport-oil-use-industry?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese trucks could go 100% electric, halving road transport oil use: industry

Snippet: China’s industrial supply chains and engineering expertise provide a distinct competitive advantage, CiDi CEO Albert Hu says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350463/chinese-trucks-could-go-100-electric-halving-road-transport-oil-use-industry

[2026-04-17 22:53 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Takaichi to skip Yasukuni visit during spring festival

Snippet: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering skipping a visit to the war-linked Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo during its three-day spring festival that starts Tuesday, informed sources said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/17/japan/politics/takaichi-yasukuni-visit-skip/

[2026-04-17 22:51 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Manacled Manus: the limits of ‘Singapore washing’ for China AI

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/manacled-manus-the-limits-of-singapore-washing-for-china-ai/

[2026-04-17 22:30 UTC+10:00] [South China Sea] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Vietnam and China are now perfectly aligned

Snippet: The emerging partnership enables Vietnam to preserve diplomatic flexibility and advance economic diversification in the face of US pressure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3350254/vietnam-and-china-are-now-perfectly-aligned

[2026-04-17 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Vietnam and China are now perfectly aligned

Snippet: The emerging partnership enables Vietnam to preserve diplomatic flexibility and advance economic diversification in the face of US pressure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3350254/vietnam-and-china-are-now-perfectly-aligned?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 22:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Smoother waters? China and Vietnam vow to ‘better’ navigate South China Sea frictions

Snippet: Joint communique as Hanoi’s top leader ends state visit indicates wish to keep maritime disputes from jeopardising their overall ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350516/smoother-waters-china-and-vietnam-vow-better-navigate-south-china-sea-frictions?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 22:12 UTC+10:00] [Hoang Sa Islands] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Smoother waters? China and Vietnam vow to ‘better’ navigate South China Sea frictions

Snippet: Joint communique as Hanoi’s top leader ends state visit indicates wish to keep maritime disputes from jeopardising their overall ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350516/smoother-waters-china-and-vietnam-vow-better-navigate-south-china-sea-frictions

[2026-04-17 21:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China complains of ‘harassment’ from New Zealand aerial patrols close to coastline

Snippet: Beijing said the plane had been operating over the Yellow and East China Seas and urged Wellington not to put civilian aircraft in danger

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350508/china-complains-harassment-new-zealand-aerial-patrols-close-coastline?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 21:50 UTC+10:00] [New Zealand] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China complains of ‘harassment’ from New Zealand aerial patrols close to coastline

Snippet: Beijing said the plane had been operating over the Yellow and East China Seas and urged Wellington not to put civilian aircraft in danger

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350508/china-complains-harassment-new-zealand-aerial-patrols-close-coastline

[2026-04-17 21:49 UTC+10:00] [South Korea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: South Koreans breathe sighs of relief as escaped wolf is returned to zoo safely

Snippet: Nine-day search for two-year-old Neukgu gripped nation and sparked safety concerns for animal and public

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/17/south-korea-escaped-wolf-captured-returned-zoo-safely

[2026-04-17 21:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Average gasoline price tops 2,000 won per liter for 1st time in 3 yrs, 9 months

Snippet: SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- The average price of gasoline in South Korea reached 2,000 won (US$1.35) per liter for the first time in three years and nine months Friday, amid developments surrounding U.S.–Iran peace talks.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260417009200320

[2026-04-17 21:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: China says its military activities around Taiwan are 'reasonable, justified'

Snippet: China's regular military activities around Taiwan are "entirely justified and reasonable," and any tensions are the fault of the government in Taipei, the Chinese defense ministry said in a rare comment on Friday.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-893361

[2026-04-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China slams Japan for sending warship through Taiwan Strait

Snippet: Beijing calls move a ‘deliberate provocation’ that undermines peace and stability in the strait

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350499/china-slams-japan-sending-warship-through-taiwan-strait?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [South China Sea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China slams Japan for sending warship through Taiwan Strait

Snippet: Beijing calls move a ‘deliberate provocation’ that undermines peace and stability in the strait

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350499/china-slams-japan-sending-warship-through-taiwan-strait

[2026-04-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Amazon uses closer China supply ties to counter tariffs, Shein and Temu

Snippet: Amazon’s warehousing hub in Shenzhen streamlines shipping for Chinese sellers, cutting costs and delays amid rising competition and tariffs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3350409/how-amazon-uses-closer-china-supply-ties-counter-tariffs-shein-and-temu?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Shein] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Amazon uses closer China supply ties to counter tariffs, Shein and Temu

Snippet: Amazon’s warehousing hub in Shenzhen streamlines shipping for Chinese sellers, cutting costs and delays amid rising competition and tariffs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3350409/how-amazon-uses-closer-china-supply-ties-counter-tariffs-shein-and-temu

[2026-04-17 20:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Audi expands SAIC Motor partnership in bid to regain ground in China

Snippet: The first model in a range of electric vehicles jointly developed by Audi and China's SAIC Motor is showcased at an event in Shanghai in 2025. An SUV from the series is expected to launch at Beijing's auto show starting April 24. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/audi-expands-saic-motor-partnership-in-bid-to-regain-ground-in-china

[2026-04-17 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese ministry focuses on car standards to put industry in global driving seat

Snippet: New five-year plan also emphasised importance of stronger standards in boosting Chinese manufacturers’ competitiveness

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350467/chinese-ministry-focuses-car-standards-put-industry-global-driving-seat?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 20:30 UTC+10:00] [carmaking] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese ministry focuses on car standards to put industry in global driving seat

Snippet: New five-year plan also emphasised importance of stronger standards in boosting Chinese manufacturers’ competitiveness

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350467/chinese-ministry-focuses-car-standards-put-industry-global-driving-seat

[2026-04-17 20:20 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: China Shock 2.0 jolts global economy as Trump does Xi’s work

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/china-shock-2-0-jolts-global-economy-as-trump-does-xis-work/

[2026-04-17 20:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s space station crew to ‘maximise opportunities’ by spending extra month in orbit

Snippet: The Shenzhou-21 astronauts were embroiled in drama last year after their probe was used in an emergency mission for the previous crew

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350472/chinas-space-station-crew-maximise-opportunities-spending-extra-month-orbit?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-17 20:02 UTC+10:00] [European Space Agency] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s space station crew to ‘maximise opportunities’ by spending extra month in orbit

Snippet: The Shenzhou-21 astronauts were embroiled in drama last year after their probe was used in an emergency mission for the previous crew

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350472/chinas-space-station-crew-maximise-opportunities-spending-extra-month-orbit