[2026-09-02 00:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Building ecosystems beyond the megacity

Snippet: WHENEVER we talk about the future of technology in the Philippines, our minds almost always drift to the same familiar places. We picture Metro Manila and its glass office towers, sprawling tech parks, multinational headquarters and startup founders pitching to venture capitalists. It has become almost second nature to assume that innovation begins, and ends, in the capital.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/01/business/sunday-business-it/building-ecosystems-beyond-the-megacity/2416328

[2026-09-02 00:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Tiu Laurel: Proposed P198.45B DA budget could be higher

Snippet: THE Department of Agriculture (DA) is seeking a P198.45-billion budget for 2027, down 8 percent from its allocation this year, under the proposed National Expenditure Program (NEP).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/01/business/top-business/tiu-laurel-proposed-p19845b-da-budget-could-be-higher/2416316

[2026-09-02 00:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: G20 Plans "Death By A Thousand Cuts" For China's Economy

Snippet: By Benjamin Picton, senior market strategist at Rabobank

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/economics/g20-plans-death-thousand-cuts-chinas-economy

[2026-09-02 00:35 UTC+10:00] [Regulation] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ProPublica

Title: The Scientist Trying to Keep Kratom Legal Has Not Disclosed Longstanding Ties to Kratom Lobbyists

Snippet: The leading scientist urging policymakers not to criminalize kratom, a substance that has left a trail of death and addiction around the world, has routinely failed to disclose longstanding financial ties to the industry’s most powerful lobbying group, ProPublica has found.

Read full article: https://www.propublica.org/article/kratom-legalization-christopher-mccurdy-research-conflict-of-interest-aka

[2026-09-02 00:00 UTC+10:00] [subscribing] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Dogs in bars, smoking laws, dodgy dentists: cartoonist Harry Harrison’s takes on August

Snippet: Discover Harry’s View as our veteran cartoonist casts his satirical eye over the political, social and economic landscape

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/harrys-view/article/3365375/dogs-bars-smoking-laws-dodgy-dentists-cartoonist-harry-harrisons-takes-august

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Dogs in bars, smoking laws, dodgy dentists: cartoonist Harry Harrison’s takes on August

Snippet: Discover Harry’s View as our veteran cartoonist casts his satirical eye over the political, social and economic landscape

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/harrys-view/article/3365375/dogs-bars-smoking-laws-dodgy-dentists-cartoonist-harry-harrisons-takes-august?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: The UAE's fiscal model is built for uncertainty | The National

Snippet: Our region is witnessing a number of geopolitical developments, alongside ongoing challenges in the global economy, requiring governments to adopt long-term strategic fiscal policies that strike a balance between stability and growth. This period reflects a delicate balance between continued economic activity and heightened uncertainty, requiring institutional readiness and effective tools for risk management.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/comment/2026/09/01/uae-economy-finance-fiscal-policies-global-uncertainty/

[2026-09-01 23:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Social media companies are trying harder to know which users are kids

Snippet: OF the child safety measures agreed to in Meta's landmark legal settlement, no category contains more detailed requirements than its commitments on age assurance — and for good reason. No matter how well the protections work, they are of little use if Meta can't tell which users are kids.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/01/world/americas-emea/social-media-companies-are-trying-harder-to-know-which-users-are-kids/2416254

[2026-09-01 23:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: UAE takes part in G20 finance meeting in US | The National

Snippet: The UAE Ministry of Finance has taken part in the second meeting of G20 finance ministers and central bank governors in the US.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/us/2026/09/01/uae-takes-part-in-g20-finance-meeting-in-us/

[2026-09-01 23:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Europeans Blindsided By Russian Finance Minister's Presence At G20 In Asheville

Snippet: Amid two days of talks among G20 finance ministers and central bank heads gathered in Asheville, North Carolina, an unexpected and deeply awkward issue (for some) has emerged.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/europeans-blindsided-russian-finance-ministers-presence-g20-asheville

[2026-09-01 23:30 UTC+10:00] [US foreign policy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: US trade official downplays Canada trade war: ‘It’s more their emergency than ours’ – live

Snippet: ‘There are no negotiations happening on trade right now,’ Jamieson Greer told Politico

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2026/sep/01/house-vote-stopgap-funding-bill-us-federal-government-shutdown-mike-johnson-trump-ballroom-politics-latest-news-updates

[2026-09-01 23:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Li pledges to address US firms’ ‘reasonable concerns’ at Beijing meeting

Snippet: Chinese premier urged US companies to invest more in China, while calling on Washington to take similar steps to strengthen trade ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3366023/chinas-li-pledges-address-us-firms-reasonable-concerns-beijing-meeting?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-01 23:28 UTC+10:00] [North Carolina] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Li pledges to address US firms’ ‘reasonable concerns’ at Beijing meeting

Snippet: Chinese premier urged US companies to invest more in China, while calling on Washington to take similar steps to strengthen trade ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3366023/chinas-li-pledges-address-us-firms-reasonable-concerns-beijing-meeting

[2026-09-01 23:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: UK leader Burnham faces lawmakers for first time since taking office

Snippet: LONDON — Prime Minister Andy Burnham will face lawmakers in the House of Commons on Tuesday for the first time since becoming U.K. leader six weeks ago, with wars in Europe and the Middle East weighing on his promise to kick-start the economy and ease the cost of living.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/01/world/americas-emea/uk-leader-burnham-faces-lawmakers-for-first-time-since-taking-office/2416198

[2026-09-01 23:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Fed Governor Barr says he'll support rate hike if inflation doesn't ease

Snippet: Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said Tuesday he would be prepared to support an interest rate hike if inflation doesn't ease.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/01/fed-governor-barr-says-hell-support-rate-hike-if-inflation-doesnt-ease.html

[2026-09-01 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In race with US for critical resources, China discovers major copper and gold deposit

Snippet: Ministry of Natural Resources says Chating deposit could contain more than 1 million tonnes of copper and 200 tonnes of gold

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3365997/race-us-critical-resources-china-discovers-major-copper-and-gold-deposit?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-01 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Anhui] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In race with US for critical resources, China discovers major copper and gold deposit

Snippet: Ministry of Natural Resources says Chating deposit could contain more than 1 million tonnes of copper and 200 tonnes of gold

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3365997/race-us-critical-resources-china-discovers-major-copper-and-gold-deposit

[2026-09-01 22:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Futures Tumble As Global Yields Hit Multi-Year HIgh, Oil Jumps On Iran Escalation

Snippet: Stock futures are set to start the new month on the backfoot - having weathered a variety of challenges to post a gain for August - with tech lagging as a global selloff pushes yields to the highest level since 2008. As of 8:00am ET, S&P futures are down 0.6%, while Nasdaq futures slide 1.2% following a reports of a strike by Micron’s labor unions in Taiwan, sending the stock 2% lower in pre-market.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/futures-tumble-global-yields-hit-multi-year-high-oil-jumps-iran-escalation

[2026-09-01 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Volkswagen launches inquiry into Changzhou supplier following mass graduate lay-offs

Snippet: The firm launched an investigation following the lay-offs in Jiangsu province of over one hundred graduates a month after they were hired

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3366007/volkswagen-launches-inquiry-changzhou-supplier-following-mass-graduate-lay-offs?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-01 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Changzhou] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Volkswagen launches inquiry into Changzhou supplier following mass graduate lay-offs

Snippet: The firm launched an investigation following the lay-offs in Jiangsu province of over one hundred graduates a month after they were hired

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3366007/volkswagen-launches-inquiry-changzhou-supplier-following-mass-graduate-lay-offs

[2026-09-01 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: If a ‘great rebalancing’ is coming, will China really have to pay for it?

Snippet: While China does have a large trade surplus, economist Michael Pettis’ argument that Beijing is most vulnerable to a global adjustment is not convincing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3365757/if-great-rebalancing-coming-will-china-really-have-pay-it?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-01 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Opium War] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: If a ‘great rebalancing’ is coming, will China really have to pay for it?

Snippet: While China does have a large trade surplus, economist Michael Pettis’ argument that Beijing is most vulnerable to a global adjustment is not convincing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3365757/if-great-rebalancing-coming-will-china-really-have-pay-it

[2026-09-01 22:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Phillies send ex-Met Tommy Pham to White Sox in surprise last-minute trade

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/09/01/sports/phillies-send-former-mets-veteran-tommy-pham-to-white-sox-in-surprise-last-minute-trade/

[2026-09-01 22:07 UTC+10:00] [BUSINESS] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: USJ to expand theme park site for first time

Snippet: Osaka – USJ, the operator of Universal Studios Japan, is set to expand the site of the movie theme park in Osaka for the first time since its 2001 opening.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/09/01/usj-expansion-first/

[2026-09-01 22:06 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lotte wins antitrust approval to divest Lotte Rental stake to TPG

Snippet: Lotte Group won approval from the Korea Fair Trade Commission on Tuesday to sell its stake in Lotte Rental, held by Hotel Lotte and Busan Lotte Hotel, with the deal expected to close in October.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10859353

[2026-09-01 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sino Land profit rises 14% as property losses narrow, but core earnings fall

Snippet: Developer adds to land bank despite pressure on mall rents, as e-commerce and outbound travel reshape Hong Kong’s retail market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3366010/sino-land-profit-rises-14-property-losses-narrow-core-earnings-fall?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-01 22:00 UTC+10:00] [Jordan Valley] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sino Land profit rises 14% as property losses narrow, but core earnings fall

Snippet: Developer adds to land bank despite pressure on mall rents, as e-commerce and outbound travel reshape Hong Kong’s retail market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3366010/sino-land-profit-rises-14-property-losses-narrow-core-earnings-fall

[2026-09-01 21:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Apple's new CEO John Ternus takes over from Tim Cook after 15 years

Snippet: Apple's new CEO John Ternus takes the helm of the iconic tech giant on Tuesday, ending Tim Cook's 15-year tenure during which the company's value skyrocket to $4.6 trillion thanks to the iPhone's enormous popularity.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/01/business/foreign-business/apples-new-ceo-john-ternus-takes-over-from-tim-cook-after-15-years/2415935

[2026-09-01 21:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Doosan, KOEN widen drone, helicopter search for 9 missing workers in Nepal

Snippet: South Korean companies Doosan Enerbility and Korea South-East Power Co. intensified their search Tuesday for nine employees missing since flash floods hit Nepal on Wednesday, deploying drones and helicopters over the site of a hydropower plant under construction.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10859334

[2026-09-01 21:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Peso plunges to new record low at P62.4:$1

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The peso sunk to a new record low of P62.4:$1 on Tuesday amid stronger dollar.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/09/01/business/peso-plunges-to-new-record-low-at-p6241/2415914

[2026-09-01 21:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Canada's Liberals sweep three seats in boost for Carney after trade tensions with US

Snippet: Braeden Caley, who won the North Vancouver-Capilano seat, was one of three victorious Liberals on Monday

Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3v4pzn0p7yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-09-01 21:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Ares sets up $4bn fund for logistics centers, drawing global investors

Snippet: Global investors are drawn to Japan's infrastructure market due to the weak yen and strong returns. (Nikkei montage)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/supply-chain/ares-sets-up-4bn-fund-for-logistics-centers-drawing-global-investors

[2026-09-01 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China tells carmakers, suppliers to avoid price wars abroad to pave way for healthy growth

Snippet: New rules signal push for sustainable expansion as Chinese EV makers pursue long-term gains and influence in global markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3365999/china-tells-carmakers-suppliers-avoid-price-wars-abroad-pave-way-healthy-growth?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-01 21:00 UTC+10:00] [carmakers' go-global drive] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China tells carmakers, suppliers to avoid price wars abroad to pave way for healthy growth

Snippet: New rules signal push for sustainable expansion as Chinese EV makers pursue long-term gains and influence in global markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3365999/china-tells-carmakers-suppliers-avoid-price-wars-abroad-pave-way-healthy-growth

[2026-09-01 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s 3 major airlines bet on international demand for relief from deep losses: analysts

Snippet: Chinese carriers choose low fares, long-term expansion as regional conflicts and weak domestic demand affect revenues

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3365988/chinas-3-major-airlines-bet-international-demand-relief-deep-losses-analysts?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-01 21:00 UTC+10:00] [tourism] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s 3 major airlines bet on international demand for relief from deep losses: analysts

Snippet: Chinese carriers choose low fares, long-term expansion as regional conflicts and weak domestic demand affect revenues

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3365988/chinas-3-major-airlines-bet-international-demand-relief-deep-losses-analysts

[2026-09-01 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Logging and land-clearing] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Forest Service chief faces scrutiny over logging ties as Trump plans to scrap protections

Snippet: Rollback of ‘roadless rule’ expected to benefit companies US Forest Service chief, Tom Schultz, previously lobbied for

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/sep/01/trump-roadless-rule-old-growth-forests

[2026-09-01 20:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Philippines’ Jollibee eyes Hong Kong over US to list international unit

Snippet: The company is separating its international business, Jollibee Foods Corporation International, ahead of its planned spin-off and listing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3366001/philippines-jollibee-eyes-hong-kong-over-us-list-international-unit?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-09-01 20:47 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong stock exchange] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Philippines’ Jollibee eyes Hong Kong over US to list international unit

Snippet: The company is separating its international business, Jollibee Foods Corporation International, ahead of its planned spin-off and listing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3366001/philippines-jollibee-eyes-hong-kong-over-us-list-international-unit

[2026-09-01 20:25 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: OpenAI denies Apple trade secret theft allegations, blames iPhone maker for its ‘own mess’

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/openai-denies-apple-trade-secret-theft-allegations/

[2026-09-01 20:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: UK leader Burnham faces lawmakers for first time in Parliament

Snippet: Britain’s Prime Minister Andy Burnham talks with staff during a visit to a supermarket in London, Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, highlighting the government’s commitment to working with businesses to help young people gain experience, build confidence, and prepare for work. (Richard Pohle/Pool Photo via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/andy-burnham-uk-parliament-speech-economy-5ec71b97efadb16bff431b7f094f2cab

[2026-09-01 20:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: China warns its EV makers against launching price wars abroad

Snippet: Chinese-made vehicles are unloaded in the state of Espirito Santo in Brazil, where brands from the world's No. 2 economy have gained traction. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/china-warns-its-ev-makers-against-launching-price-wars-abroad

[2026-09-01 19:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: A rerun of the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis? HSBC's chief economist sees significant similarities

Snippet: The 1997 Asian financial crisis culminated in recessions in economies throughout the region, amid market turmoil characterized by currency collapse, capital flight and banking failures.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/01/asian-financial-crisis-1997-parallels-ai-demand-hsbc.html

[2026-09-01 19:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Euro zone inflation is back above 3%. Higher interest rates are likely to follow

Snippet: Energy price pressures drove inflation in the euro zone back above 3% in August, with hard-hit businesses now likely facing a second blow from higher interest rates.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/01/euro-zone-inflation-rate-hike.html

[2026-09-01 19:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: EU frustration at impasse on Israeli settler trade ban | The National

Snippet: European Union leaders on Tuesday expressed frustration at the bloc's failure to address rising violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/europe/2026/09/01/eu-frustration-at-impasse-on-israeli-settler-trade-ban/

[2026-09-01 19:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: France's election campaign heats up as summer vacation season ends

Snippet: From left, French conservative Party Les Republicains Bruno Retailleau, co-president of French centre-left party, Place Publique Raphael Glucksmann, Far-right leader Marine Le Pen, Former French Prime Minister and head of Horizons political party Edouard Philippe, French far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon, French Green Party leader Marine Tondelier and Former French Prime minister Gabriel Attal, candidates at presidential election participate at a business meeting organized by the French business organization (MEDEF) in Paris, Thursday, Aug.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/france-marine-le-pen-macron-election-eu-da2252003b25d7004f5ebce85d734f85

[2026-09-01 19:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Global bond yields soar to multi-decade highs as Middle East turmoil reignites inflation fears

Snippet: Government bond yields jumped across major markets Tuesday, with borrowing costs in Japan and the U.K. touching multi-decade highs, and U.S. Treasury yields surging, as renewed Middle East hostilities reignite inflation concerns.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/01/bond-yields-iran-inflation-treasurys-japan-uk.html

[2026-09-01 19:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Manus on Markets: Global bond yields hit highest level since 2008 | The National

Snippet: From tariff turmoil and stock shocks to market meltdowns, the global financial system has never been in such flux.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/markets/2026/09/01/manus-on-markets-global-bond-yields-hit-highest-level-since-2008/

[2026-09-01 19:26 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea, Japan discuss chip, AI cooperation in economic security dialogue

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/10859295

[2026-09-01 19:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea, Japan hold economic security dialogue to discuss nurturing advanced tech

Snippet: SEOUL, Sept. 1 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and Japan held a bilateral economic security dialogue in Tokyo on Tuesday to share their relevant policies and discuss current issues, including the development of advanced technologies, the presidential office said.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260901011100315