[2026-04-13 14:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Why the chemistry industry is prioritizing an America-first trade policy

Snippet: Many don’t realize that building a stronger, more affordable America is directly tied to the growth of US chemical production. National defense, energy independence, modern health care, food production, and most other supply chains depend on chemistry. It’s the driving force that helps strengthen our nation’s position in global markets, and advance technological progress.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/dispatch/why-the-chemistry-industry-is-prioritizing-an-america-first-trade-policy/

[2026-04-13 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Poverty] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Iran war could plunge 32 million into poverty, says United Nations

Snippet: ‘Development in reverse’ taking place involving rising energy and food costs and weaker economic growth

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/apr/13/iran-conflict-poverty-united-nations-development-reverse

[2026-04-13 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: UK could adopt EU single market rules under new legislation

Snippet: Sir Keir Starmer is planning a law which will mean that the UK government can adopt EU single market rules, without them being voted on in Parliament.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c937jkvp3w8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-13 13:57 UTC+10:00] [BUSINESS] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: BOJ’s usual stance amid uncertainty is to hold, ex-official says

Snippet: The Bank of Japan’s usual approach to conducting policy at times of high uncertainty would be to wait and see, making the likely outcome of a meeting this month too close to call, according to a former executive director who oversaw monetary policy at the central bank.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/04/13/economy/boj-april-rate-policy-close-call/

[2026-04-13 13:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Oil prices resume their climb as US prepares for blockade of strait

Snippet: Trading in Asia was weighed down Monday by the failure of the United States and Iran to reach a peace agreement. (AP Video: Johnson Lai and Yong Jun Chang)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/oil-prices-stock-markets-trump-iran-ceasefire-fafebd0711ab3b2a191ae23d4fe33350

[2026-04-13 13:48 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Eclipse confirms broad rare earths system at surface in Greenland

Snippet: Eclipse Metals has revealed an extensive rare earths system at its Grønnedal project in southwest Greenland, after all five holes from its latest drill program confirmed broad mineralisation from surface.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/eclipse-confirms-broad-rare-earths-system-at-surface-in-greenland-20260413-p5zni0.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 13:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Jury still out on effects Noah Dobson trade had on Islanders

Snippet: Trading Noah Dobson Montreal last summer may have been the only choice Mathieu Darche had, and it may turn into a long-term win-win for both teams. One year in, with Victor Eklund and Kashawn Aitcheson yet to make their NHL debuts — though hopefully the Islanders call up Eklund Tuesday to make Game 82 interesting — it’s too early to judge.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/12/sports/jury-still-out-on-effects-noah-dobson-trade-had-on-islanders/

[2026-04-13 13:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Oil surges as US-Iran talks fail and Trump announces Strait of Hormuz blockade | The National

Snippet: Oil prices surged on Monday after Pakistan-brokered US-Iran talks ended in failure and US President Donald Trump announced blockading the Strait of Hormuz and intercepting vessels in international waters that had paid a toll to Iran.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/04/13/oil-surges-as-us-iran-talks-fail-and-trump-announces-strait-of-hormuz-blockade/

[2026-04-13 13:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan bond yields hit 29-year high as Iran impasse stokes inflation fears

Snippet: The surge in JGB yields was driven by concerns of inflationary pressures coming from high oil prices amid the U.S.-Israel war with Iran. (Photo by Nanami Sato)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/bonds/japan-bond-yields-hit-29-year-high-as-iran-impasse-stokes-inflation-fears

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

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Washington, D.C. Will Feel Like June Next Week. Cue MSM Climate Doom Propaganda

Snippet: After a stretch of roller-coaster temperature swings across the Mid-Atlantic in March and early April, the midpoint of the month is now shaping up to be unusually warm, with highs that could exceed the region's average for June. That kind of temperature anomaly could prompt left-wing corporate media outlets to kick off their seasonal global-warming doom news cycle as summer approaches.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/weather/washington-dc-will-feel-june-next-week-cue-msm-climate-doom-propaganda

[2026-04-13 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Global gas industry needs to regroup and rethink its future | The National

Snippet: Live updates: Follow the latest news on the Iran war

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/04/13/global-gas-industry-needs-to-regroup-and-rethink-its-future/

[2026-04-13 13:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Ghost of Trae Young looms over Knicks’ testy playoff matchup with Hawks

Snippet: This would all be a lot more interesting if the Hawks hadn’t rid themselves of Trae Young back at the trade deadline, of course, if they hadn’t exiled him to Washington, D.C., which has been pro basketball purgatory, seemingly, since Calvin Coolidge sat courtside.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/12/sports/ghost-of-trae-young-looms-over-knicks-hawks-playoff-matchup/

[2026-04-13 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: New UK steel tariffs threaten British manufacturing, industry warns

Snippet: LONDON — New protections for the U.K. steel sector will fuel inflation and threaten thousands of jobs throughout the manufacturing sector, metal importers are warning the British government.

Read full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/new-uk-steel-tariffs-threaten-british-manufacturing-industry-warns/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-04-13 12:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong bets on 36-fold surge in computing power to join top global AI hubs

Snippet: ‘We are formulating a comprehensive strategy that combines world-class infrastructure, cutting-edge research and development, and a culture of responsible innovation,’ John Lee says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349831/hong-kong-bets-36-fold-surge-computing-power-join-top-global-ai-hubs?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 12:43 UTC+10:00] [AI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong bets on 36-fold surge in computing power to join top global AI hubs

Snippet: ‘We are formulating a comprehensive strategy that combines world-class infrastructure, cutting-edge research and development, and a culture of responsible innovation,’ John Lee says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349831/hong-kong-bets-36-fold-surge-computing-power-join-top-global-ai-hubs

[2026-04-13 12:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Agoda Reveals Taiwanese and South Koreans are Asia's Top Travel Shoppers

Snippet: SINGAPORE, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda's latest data unveils which Asian travelers have shopping top-of-mind when planning trips. Topping the ranking are travelers from Taiwan and South Korea, with nearly one in four (23%) respondents from each market saying shopping motivated their trips. Travelers from the Philippines (22%), Malaysia (20%) and Japan (15%) round out the top five, with Thailand (14%), Indonesia (12%), India (8%) and Vietnam (7%) completing the ranking.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715868

[2026-04-13 12:39 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: BOK chief nominee Shin vows to sell foreign assets amid controversy

Snippet: Shin Hyun-song, the Bank of Korea governor nominee, said Monday he has already sold a significant portion of his foreign currency-denominated financial assets and plans to further reduce his exposure.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715866

[2026-04-13 12:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Half Of US Data Centers Scheduled To Start In 2026, Will Be Canceled Or Delayed

Snippet: Just over two years ago, we first penned our views on "The Next AI Trade", which looked beyond the hyperscalers and the data centers supporting the AI revolution, and instead focused on the energy and logistical needs that would be so very critical in allowing the US to dominate China in the existential race to first reach Artificial General Intelligence (which many have dubbed the next nuclear arms race due to its profound civilizational implications).

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/technology/half-us-data-centers-are-set-be-canceled-or-delayed-2026

[2026-04-13 12:33 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Viking opens US trading window as tungsten push accelerates

Snippet: Viking Mines has switched on a fresh US trading line for its shares, with the company now officially quoted on the OTC Markets under the ticker VKALF.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/viking-opens-us-trading-window-as-tungsten-push-accelerates-20260413-p5zng9.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 12:31 UTC+10:00] [British politics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: The Iran war has been good for Starmer — to a point

Snippet: Mujtaba Rahman is the head of Eurasia Group’s Europe practice. He posts at @Mij_Europe.

Read full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/keir-starmer-economy-iran-war-uk-elections/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-04-13 12:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: BOK chief nominee Shin vows to sell foreign assets amid controversy

Snippet: SEOUL, April 13 (Yonhap) -- Shin Hyun-song, the Bank of Korea (BOK) governor nominee, said Monday he has already sold a significant portion of his foreign currency-denominated financial assets and plans to further reduce his exposure.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260413004300320

[2026-04-13 12:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: India increases use of foreign players to move up electronics value chain

Snippet: A Dixon Technologies facility in Noida: The Indian electronics assembly company has established a joint venture with China-based HKC Overseas for producing display modules. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/electronics/india-increases-use-of-foreign-players-to-move-up-electronics-value-chain

[2026-04-13 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: EU tests of China’s C919 speed up as pilots stay in Shanghai ‘permanently’: sources

Snippet: Flight tests a ‘final exam’ to be followed by analysis, paperwork and technical verification, but ‘political considerations’ also in play

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3349669/eu-tests-chinas-c919-speed-pilots-stay-shanghai-permanently-sources?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 12:00 UTC+10:00] [China Eastern] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: EU tests of China’s C919 speed up as pilots stay in Shanghai ‘permanently’: sources

Snippet: Flight tests a ‘final exam’ to be followed by analysis, paperwork and technical verification, but ‘political considerations’ also in play

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3349669/eu-tests-chinas-c919-speed-pilots-stay-shanghai-permanently-sources

[2026-04-13 12:00 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Rough ride ahead: No relief at the pump yet as peace talks stall

Snippet: Australian motorists face an extended wait for relief at the petrol pump amid warnings the breakdown of Middle East peace talks and the United States’ plan to blockade Iranian ports threaten to keep global energy markets in a state of prolonged volatility.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/no-quick-fix-how-would-trump-s-hormuz-blockade-actually-work-20260413-p5znfs.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 12:00 UTC+10:00] [BUSINESS] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: KKR unit to boost buying in ¥450 trillion Japan property market

Snippet: KKR’s Japan real estate management subsidiary plans a "big expansion” in purchases of properties that companies want to sell off, a market the firm estimates is as big as ¥450 trillion ($2.8 trillion), the unit’s head said.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/04/13/companies/kkr-japan-property-buying/

[2026-04-13 11:59 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: The US is dragging the rest of the world into turbulent economic waters

Snippet: April 13, 2026 — 11:59am

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy/the-us-is-dragging-the-rest-of-the-world-into-turbulent-economic-waters-20260413-p5zncj.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 11:57 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea to expand FTA with emerging markets to diversify supply chains: finance chief

Snippet: South Korea aims to expand its free trade agreement network with emerging markets, such as Latin America and Africa, in its latest effort to diversify supply chains, Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said Monday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715725

[2026-04-13 11:52 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Senate PROTECT committee discusses gov’t interventions to oil crisis amid looming rollback

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/senate-protect-committee-hearing-oil-crisis-april-13-2026/

[2026-04-13 11:48 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: IKEA winds back its famous 365-day refund policy

Snippet: IKEA has slashed its longstanding one year returns policy for opened items down to two months in a significant shift for the DIY furniture giant as it grapples with rising logistics costs.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/ikea-winds-back-its-famous-365-day-refund-policy-20260413-p5znd5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 11:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea to expand FTA with emerging markets to diversify supply chains: finance chief

Snippet: SEOUL, April 13 (Yonhap) -- South Korea aims to expand its free trade agreement (FTA) network with emerging markets, such as Latin America and Africa, in its latest effort to diversify supply chains, Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said Monday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260413003700320

[2026-04-13 11:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Nigerian military air strike on market reportedly kills more than 100 civilians

Snippet: The Nigerian military often conducts air raids against armed groups that control vast forest enclaves. (AP Photo: Sunday Alamba, file)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-13/nigerian-military-air-strike-reportedly-kills-100-civilians/106557586

[2026-04-13 11:38 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: 'Becoming more plausible': Recession warning if Iran war rages on

Snippet: Property News: Australia's most expensive streets, and how much it costs to live in them.

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/recession-prediction-for-australia-if-war-in-middle-east-continues-for-much-longer/d3988487-a252-4ae0-9a3d-f694f80eda54

[2026-04-13 11:30 UTC+10:00] [World Trade Organization] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong increasingly seen as a safe haven in troubled world

Snippet: The city’s role is evolving and detractors must now acknowledge its strengths

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3349612/hong-kong-increasingly-seen-safe-haven-troubled-world

[2026-04-13 11:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: New York Post

Title: Doc Rivers out as Bucks coach after three disappointing seasons

Snippet: The Bucks will be in the market for a new head coach as a summer of change likely begins.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/12/sports/doc-rivers-out-as-bucks-coach-after-three-disappointing-seasons/

[2026-04-13 11:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: US Senator says Trump’s Iran policy fuelling inflation

Snippet: US Democratic Senator Patty Murray criticised President Donald Trump’s policies on Iran, saying they are contributing to rising inflation in the United States.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-senator-says-trumps-iran-policy-fuelling-inflation

[2026-04-13 11:11 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Grim recession prediction if Middle East conflict doesn't end soon

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/grim-recession-prediction-if-middle-east-conflict-doesnt-end-soon-20260413-p5znfg.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Geopolitical tensions may bolster Hong Kong office demand as Gulf capital looks east

Snippet: A slowdown in Hong Kong office leasing reflects caution among multinationals, yet analysts see upside as investors seek stability

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3349700/geopolitical-tensions-may-bolster-hong-kong-office-demand-gulf-capital-looks-east?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong safe haven appeal seen rising as Middle East turmoil clouds outlook

Snippet: A slowdown in Hong Kong office leasing reflects caution among multinationals, yet analysts see upside as investors seek stability

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3349700/geopolitical-tensions-may-bolster-hong-kong-office-demand-gulf-capital-looks-east

[2026-04-13 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan's long-term government bond yield hit a 29-year high

Snippet: The surge in JGB yields was driven by concerns of inflationary pressures coming from high oil prices amid the U.S.-Israel war with Iran. (Photo by Nanami Sato)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/japan-s-long-term-government-bond-yield-hit-a-29-year-high

[2026-04-13 10:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Oil jumps and Japan stocks slip as Trump threatens Hormuz blockade

Snippet: Crude oil prices climbed and Japan's benchmark Nikkei Stock Average declined after U.S.- Iran talks ended with no agreement.

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/oil-jumps-and-japan-stocks-slip-as-trump-threatens-hormuz-blockade

[2026-04-13 10:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: ‘Handyman special’ Quonset hut-style home hits market for under $300K in Maine

Snippet: A partially finished Quonset hut-style home in Maine is seeking out an industrious buyer who can put the finishing touches on the one-of-a-kind property—and help it to fulfill its impressive potential.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/12/real-estate/unfinished-quonset-hut-style-home-hits-market-for-under-300k-in-maine/

[2026-04-13 10:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: ADX leads listed companies at Global Investors Roadshow in Hong Kong

Snippet: ABU DHABI, UAE, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group and its listed companies are heading to Hong Kong for its annual Global Investor Outreach on 14 to 16 April, presenting Abu Dhabi's resilient growth story and the breadth of investment opportunities available through the ADX.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715597

[2026-04-13 10:37 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea to annually provide over $2b in EDCF over 2026-2028

Snippet: South Korea plans to provide about 3 trillion won ($2.01 billion) per year in low-interest loans for new overseas development projects over the next three years, the finance ministry said Monday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715567

[2026-04-13 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From toilet paper to travel: why inflation could soon hit Hongkongers hard

Snippet: Continuing uncertainty because of the Middle East war-linked oil shock will intensify inflationary pressures, analysts warn

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349816/toilet-paper-travel-why-inflation-could-soon-hit-hongkongers-hard?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 10:30 UTC+10:00] [scmp] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From toilet paper to travel: why inflation could soon hit Hongkongers hard

Snippet: Continuing uncertainty because of the Middle East war-linked oil shock will intensify inflationary pressures, analysts warn

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349816/toilet-paper-travel-why-inflation-could-soon-hit-hongkongers-hard

[2026-04-13 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea to annually provide over US$2 bln in EDCF over 2026-2028

Snippet: SEOUL, April 13 (Yonhap) -- South Korea plans to provide about 3 trillion won (US$2.01 billion) per year in low-interest loans for new overseas development projects over the next three years, the finance ministry said Monday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260413003000320

[2026-04-13 10:29 UTC+10:00] [Property / News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Months after Logan house set suburb record, it smashes past at auction

Snippet: A Brisbane home built for multi-generational living has defied a softening market and smashed its suburb record just 11 months after first setting it – this time fetching $3.2 million.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/property/news/months-after-logan-house-set-suburb-record-it-smashes-past-at-auction-20260413-p5znd7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 10:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Oil prices rise after the US says it would block Iranian ports starting Monday

Snippet: NEW YORK — Oil prices rose in early market trading Sunday after the U.S. said it would blockade Iranian ports beginning Monday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/13/news/oil-prices-rise-after-the-us-says-it-would-block-iranian-ports-starting-monday/2318719

[2026-04-13 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China reflation bets waver as bond gains outpace sluggish equities

Snippet: Despite a pickup in inflation data, economists warn that commodity pressures, not underlying demand, are driving China’s price gains

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3349701/chinas-reflation-narrative-under-scrutiny-bond-market-signals-caution