[2026-04-15 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: EU budget chief pushes collaboration, bonds on Hong Kong leg of Asia tour

Snippet: Piotr Serafin says EU remains open to capital from city and mainland China despite pursuing a ‘de-risking strategy’ in certain key sectors

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3350173/eu-budget-chief-pitches-collaboration-and-bonds-hong-kong-leg-asia-tour

[2026-04-15 22:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korean FM, IAEA chief discuss Seoul's nuclear submarine bid, N.K. nuke issue

Snippet: SEOUL, April 15 (Yonhap) -- Foreign Minister Cho Hyun on Wednesday met with the chief of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Seoul to discuss South Korea's plan to develop its own nuclear-powered submarines and North Korea's nuclear program, according to officials.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415009800315

[2026-04-15 22:43 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Unification minister says appointing special envoy to facilitate US-North Korea talks still under review

Snippet: Unification Minister Chung Dong-young said Wednesday the appointment of a special envoy to facilitate dialogue between the United States and North Korea was still known to be under review by President Lee Jae Myung.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718236

[2026-04-15 22:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: RT News

Title: Trump opening Strait of Hormuz ‘for China’

Snippet: US President Donald Trump has announced the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, saying he made the decision after China agreed not to send weapons to Iran.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/638459-trump-opening-hormuz-strait/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-04-15 22:40 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul's defense minister discusses defense cooperation with Chinese envoy

Snippet: Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back met Wednesday with Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing to discuss bilateral cooperation in the defense sector and other issues surrounding the Korean Peninsula, officials said.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718235

[2026-04-15 22:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Futures Unchanged Just Shy Of All Time High On Peace Hopes, Solid Earnings

Snippet: US equity futures are flat following yesterday’s rally as market awaits news on the Iran war resolution and as we traverse earnings season. As of 8:15am ET, S&P 500 futures are little changed after the benchmark closed within a whisker of a record. Risk sentiment took a small knock in recent trade after Iran cautioned that it will not allow shipments to or from the Gulf if the US blockade remain.Nasdaq futures are fractionally in the green, and set for

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/futures-unchanged-just-shy-all-time-high-peace-hopes-solid-earnings

[2026-04-15 22:37 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: China moves to block entrance to Scarborough Shoal, images show

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/images-show-china-moves-block-entrance-scarborough-shoal/

[2026-04-15 22:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Trump says he asked China's Xi not to give Iran weapons

Snippet: US President Donald Trump has told Fox Business Network that he wrote a letter to Chinese President Xi Jinping in which he asked Xi not to give Iran weapons. Xi responded by saying that China was not supplying Iran, Trump said.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/trump-says-he-asked-chinas-xi-not-give-iran-weapons

[2026-04-15 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Trump says China agrees not to send Iran weapons — and predicts Xi Jinping will give him ‘big, fat hug’

Snippet: WASHINGTON — President Trump said that China has agreed not to send weapons to Iran amid reports it plans to give Tehran new air defense systems — and predicted Chinese leader Xi Jinping “will give me a big, fat, hug” when they meet next month.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/15/us-news/trump-says-china-agrees-not-to-send-iran-weapons-predicts-xi-jinping-will-give-him-big-fat-hug/

[2026-04-15 22:12 UTC+10:00] [World news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: New year celebrations in parts of Asia and a baby elephant: photos of the day – Wednesday

Snippet: View image in fullscreenBhaktapur, NepalRevellers cover each other in vermillion powder during Biska Jatra celebrations marking the Nepali new yearPhotograph: Safal Prakash Shrestha/Zuma Press/ShutterstockShareView image in fullscreenJinghong, ChinaPeople splash water to send blessings during celebrations of the Dai new yearPhotograph: Liu Ranyang/China News Service/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenHassan Abdal, Pakistan A police officer stands guard on a rooftop as Sikh pilgrims celebrate the Vaisakhi festival, which marks the Sikh new year, at the shrine of Gurdwara Panja SahibPhotograph: Anjum Naveed/APShareView

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/news/gallery/2026/apr/15/new-year-nepal-pakistan-china-baby-elephant-smithsonian-national-zoo-photos-of-the-day-wednesday

[2026-04-15 22:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Soldiers in PH ship refute China's denial on cyanide fishing in Ayungin Shoal

Snippet: BRP Sierra Madre soldiers refute China's denial on the use of cyanide in fishing activities around Ayungin Shoal on April 14, 2026. They also said that Chinese fishermen frequently circled around the disputed area and only went away when they saw Navy personnel approaching. Troops also explained why Chinese fishermen were not apprehended despite the confiscation bottles of cyanide.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/15/videos/watch-soldiers-in-ph-ship-refute-chinas-denial-on-cyanide-fishing-in-ayungin-shoal/2320886

[2026-04-15 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Amazon bets on Shenzhen smart warehouse to cut merchant storage costs by 45 per cent

Snippet: Amazon expands China push with smart warehouse model, aiming to retain sellers amid rising competition from Temu and Shein

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3350199/amazon-bets-shenzhen-smart-warehouse-cut-merchant-storage-costs-45-cent?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Amazon bets on Shenzhen smart warehouse to cut storage costs by 45 per cent

Snippet: Amazon expands China push with smart warehouse model, aiming to retain sellers amid rising competition from Temu and Shein

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3350199/amazon-bets-shenzhen-smart-warehouse-cut-merchant-storage-costs-45-cent

[2026-04-15 21:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: YouTuber Johnny Somali sentenced in South Korea for provocative stunts

Snippet: American YouTuber Johnny Somali speaks to reporters as he arrives at the Seoul Western District Court in Seoul, South Korea, Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (Choi Jae-koo/Yonhap via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/south-korea-johnny-somali-youtube-statue-prison-9491a8f50244798c27fa794a8f2b07e4

[2026-04-15 21:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Humanoid robots box and perform at Hong Kong AI and robotics fair

Snippet: Hong Kong hosted the AI and robotics fair where humanoid robots boxed and played music as part of InnoEX 2026 and the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition), which ran from 13 to 16 April 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The innovation-and-technology showcase reflects a broader trend of robots expanding into service and public functions.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/15/humanoid-robots-box-and-perform-at-hong-kong-ai-and-robotics-fair/

[2026-04-15 21:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Japan offers $10B support to help Asian neighbors secure oil

Snippet: TOKYO — Japan said on Wednesday it would establish a financial framework worth about $10 billion to help Asian countries procure energy resources and bolster their stockpiles as Middle East tensions drive prices higher and disrupt supply chains.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/15/world/japan-offers-10b-support-to-help-asian-neighbors-secure-oil/2320879

[2026-04-15 21:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Seoul's defense minister discusses defense cooperation with Chinese envoy

Snippet: SEOUL, April 15 (Yonhap) -- Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back met Wednesday with Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing to discuss bilateral cooperation in the defense sector and other issues surrounding the Korean Peninsula, officials said.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415009700315

[2026-04-15 21:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Xi Jinping tells Vietnamese counterpart they should ‘jointly oppose unilateralism’

Snippet: On To Lam’s state visit, Chinese president also urges keeping ‘supply chains stable and unimpeded’ as Iran war deepens global energy crisis

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350195/chinas-xi-jinping-tells-vietnamese-counterpart-they-should-jointly-oppose-unilateralism?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 21:09 UTC+10:00] [Hanoi] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Xi Jinping tells Vietnamese counterpart they should ‘jointly oppose unilateralism’

Snippet: On To Lam’s state visit, Chinese president also urges keeping ‘supply chains stable and unimpeded’ as Iran war deepens global energy crisis

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350195/chinas-xi-jinping-tells-vietnamese-counterpart-they-should-jointly-oppose-unilateralism

[2026-04-15 20:47 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Oh Se-hoon criticizes rival mayoral candidate over leadership vision

Snippet: Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon criticized his mayoral rival Jung Won-oh of the Democratic Party of Korea, arguing that a leadership style focused solely on responding to civil complaints is insufficient for guiding the capital as a global city.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718211

[2026-04-15 20:45 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Short-term gains for China from US-Iran war may turn to longer-term pain

Snippet: Beijing may be reaping some diplomatic benefit but Trump’s war holds risks for its energy security and economy

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/15/china-us-iran-war-risks-energy-economy

[2026-04-15 20:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Unification minister says appointing special envoy to facilitate U.S.-N.K. talks still under review

Snippet: SEOUL, April 15 (Yonhap) -- Unification Minister Chung Dong-young said Wednesday the appointment of a special envoy to facilitate dialogue between the United States and North Korea was still known to be under review by President Lee Jae Myung.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415009600315

[2026-04-15 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese steelmakers coordinate response to EU’s carbon-linked import imposts

Snippet: Industry insiders say carbon costs are expected to cascade through supply chains, adding to compliance costs for Chinese exporters

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350177/chinese-steelmakers-coordinate-response-eus-carbon-linked-import-imposts?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 20:30 UTC+10:00] [European Union] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese steelmakers coordinate response to EU’s carbon-linked import imposts

Snippet: Industry insiders say carbon costs are expected to cascade through supply chains, adding to compliance costs for Chinese exporters

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3350177/chinese-steelmakers-coordinate-response-eus-carbon-linked-import-imposts

[2026-04-15 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Vietnam's president visits China to strengthen ties with Xi Jinping

Snippet: In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, Vietnam’s President To Lam, rcenter, arrives in Beijing on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.(Jin Liangkuai/Xinhua via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-vietnam-xi-to-lam-bc45ca6dce55e9826741eb1d1e994580

[2026-04-15 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan plans US$10 billion support to help Asia secure oil: ‘we are mutually dependent’

Snippet: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says the support will be equivalent to as much as 1.2 billion ⁠barrels of oil

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3350182/japan-plans-us10-billion-support-help-asia-secure-oil-we-are-mutually-dependent?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 20:15 UTC+10:00] [NEXI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan plans US$10 billion support to help Asia secure oil: ‘we are mutually dependent’

Snippet: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says the support will be equivalent to as much as 1.2 billion ⁠barrels of oil

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3350182/japan-plans-us10-billion-support-help-asia-secure-oil-we-are-mutually-dependent

[2026-04-15 20:13 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Iran war putting China’s economy in a tight spot

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/04/iran-war-putting-chinas-economy-in-a-tight-spot/

[2026-04-15 20:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China tests submarine cable cutter at 3,500-metre depth

Snippet: Trial described as bridging ‘last mile’ from deep-sea equipment development to engineering application, suggesting deployment is coming next

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350174/china-tests-submarine-cable-cutter-3500-metre-depth?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 20:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China tests submarine cable cutter at 3,500-metre depth

Snippet: Trial described as bridging ‘last mile’ from deep-sea equipment development to engineering application, suggesting deployment is coming next

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350174/china-tests-submarine-cable-cutter-3500-metre-depth

[2026-04-15 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Dahua Technology Unveils WizColor 2.0, Advancing Full-Color Monitoring in Low-Light Environments

Snippet: HANGZHOU, China, April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Dahua Technology, a world-leading video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, today announced the launch of WizColor 2.0, the latest upgrade to its low-light monitoring solutions. Featuring the newly introduced WizColor X, the solution delivers enhanced clarity, improved color accuracy, and more intelligent performance in challenging lighting conditions.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718206

[2026-04-15 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Risen Energy Secures 1.2GW HJT Module Order from China Huaneng Group, Demonstrating Industry Leadership

Snippet: NINGBO, China, April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, Risen Energy achieved a milestone in its strategic cooperation with China Huaneng Group. The total order volume for HJT modules between the two parties has reached 1.2 GW. As of now, Risen Energy has completed the delivery of nearly 600MW of modules, which are being efficiently applied in multiple large-scale ground-mounted power station projects under Huaneng.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10718205

[2026-04-15 19:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: UAE and China sign initial pact to boost investment flows | The National

Snippet: The UAE and China have signed a preliminary agreement to boost investment and mobilise more capital between the nations, adding to a string of recent deals.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2026/04/15/uae-and-china-sign-initial-pact-to-boost-investment-flows/

[2026-04-15 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Russia offers China energy lifeline as the Iran war strangles global supply

Snippet: Russia has offered to help China with any potential energy shortfall, as the war in the Middle East heightens geopolitical divisions and threatens global commodity supplies.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/15/russia-china-energy-supplies-iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-blockade.html

[2026-04-15 19:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) Top admirals of S. Korea, U.S., Japan discuss trilateral cooperation in Seoul

Snippet: (ATTN: UPDATES with photos of meeting) By Lee Minji

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260415006651315

[2026-04-15 19:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: China moves to block entrance to disputed South China Sea shoal, images show

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — China is employing ships and a barrier to tighten control of the entrance to the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea amid roiling tension with the Philippines over the disputed feature, satellite imagery obtained by Reuters shows.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/15/news/china-moves-to-block-entrance-to-disputed-south-china-sea-shoal-images-show/2320764

[2026-04-15 19:20 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Japan plans $10 billion support to help Asia secure oil

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/asia-pacific/japan-plans-support-help-asia-secure-oil/

[2026-04-15 19:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Overseas visitors to Japan rose 3.5% in March despite Iran war

Snippet: March is always a popular month for travel to Japan with tourists attracted by blooming cherry blossoms © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/travel-leisure/overseas-visitors-to-japan-rose-3.5-in-march-despite-iran-war2

[2026-04-15 19:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: South Korea jails US streamer Johnny Somali for public nuisance

Snippet: SEOUL — An American YouTuber who caused outrage for filming himself kissing a statue commemorating Korean wartime sex slaves has been sentenced to six months in prison for public nuisance and other offences, a court in Seoul said on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/15/world/south-korea-jails-us-streamer-johnny-somali-for-public-nuisance/2320763

[2026-04-15 19:09 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea, US, Japan navies discuss maritime security cooperation

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/10718193

[2026-04-15 19:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: FM Lavrov Pledges Energy Support to China After Meeting With Xi

Snippet: Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Wednesday, part of a flurry of high-stakes diplomacy in Beijing this week as world leaders scramble to navigate the economic fallout of the war in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/04/15/fm-lavrov-pledges-energy-support-to-china-after-meeting-with-xi-a92504

[2026-04-15 19:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: North Korea boosting ability to manufacture nuclear arms, IAEA chief warns

Snippet: North Korea is showing a “very serious increase” in its ability to produce atomic weapons, according to Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/15/north-korea-boosting-ability-to-make-nuclear-arms-iaea

[2026-04-15 19:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Strong China-Russia relations are stabilising force in a ‘turbulent’ landscape: Xi Jinping

Snippet: In Beijing, Chinese president tells Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov ‘both sides should maintain strategic resolve’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350167/strong-china-russia-relations-are-stabilising-force-turbulent-landscape-xi-jinping?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 19:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Strong China-Russia ties are stabilising force in ‘turbulent’ world: Xi Jinping

Snippet: In Beijing, Chinese president tells Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov ‘both sides should maintain strategic resolve’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3350167/strong-china-russia-relations-are-stabilising-force-turbulent-landscape-xi-jinping

[2026-04-15 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Global funds fuel Hong Kong IPO rebound as investors rebalance China portfolios: HKEX

Snippet: AI, robotics and energy storage firms make up most of the record-high IPO pipeline of 520 hopefuls in Hong Kong, says Chan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3350162/global-funds-fuel-hong-kong-ipo-rebound-investors-rebalance-china-portfolios-hkex?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-15 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Indonesia Stock Exchange] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Global funds fuel Hong Kong IPO rebound as investors rebalance China portfolios: HKEX

Snippet: AI, robotics and energy storage firms make up most of the record-high IPO pipeline of 520 hopefuls in Hong Kong, says Chan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3350162/global-funds-fuel-hong-kong-ipo-rebound-investors-rebalance-china-portfolios-hkex

[2026-04-15 18:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: How long can China hold out if Trump chokes off Iran’s oil? - analysis

Snippet: Twenty minutes after the US naval blockade of Iranian ports took effect on Monday evening (Israel time), a Chinese-owned tanker called the MV Rich Starry pulled out of anchorage near Sharjah and headed for the Strait of Hormuz. It was flying a Malawian flag, which is an interesting choice for a landlocked country.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-893049

[2026-04-15 18:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Israel and South Korea 'resolve dispute' over President Lee’s controversial Holocaust comments

Snippet: South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said on Wednesday that a high-level Israeli official said it accepted Seoul's explanation of President Lee Jae Myung's social media remarks on the Holocaust and that the situation had been resolved.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-893046

[2026-04-15 18:44 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Japan considers one year limit on anti-retrial appeal proceedings

Snippet: The Japanese government is considering imposing a one-year limit on court proceedings that will be initiated by prosecutors' appeal against a retrial ruling, sources said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/15/japan/crime-legal/retrial-system-reform/

[2026-04-15 18:30 UTC+10:00] [AI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US controls chips in the AI race, but China controls the scoreboard

Snippet: Whoever produces tokens cheaply, at scale, has an advantage in the AI economy, just as cheap steel once decided industrial supremacy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3349947/us-controls-chips-ai-race-china-controls-scoreboard