[2026-04-08 10:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: PM vows no tolerance against unfair market practices

Snippet: SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Kim Min-seok on Wednesday issued a fresh warning against unfair market practices, saying that the government would apply a "zero-tolerance" principle to crack down on any potential disruptions in markets.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408002500315

[2026-04-08 10:35 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Nongshim to establish Russian subsidiary to expand Eurasian presence

Snippet: Nongshim Co., South Korea's leading instant noodle maker, said Wednesday it will establish a subsidiary in Russia in June as part of its strategy to expand into the Eurasian market.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712251

[2026-04-08 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Water storage feud heats up as frustrated farmers take on corporate giants

Snippet: Topic:Water Resources

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-08/irrigators-fitzroy-river-water-barrage-feud-with-stanwell-gawb/106495234

[2026-04-08 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: New research institute to ramp up efforts as Hong Kong pursues ‘AI for all’

Snippet: Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute’s first meeting will be held as early as this month to formulate city’s AI road map

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349304/new-research-institute-ramp-efforts-hong-kong-pursues-ai-all?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-08 10:30 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: New research institute to ramp up efforts as Hong Kong pursues ‘AI for all’

Snippet: Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute’s first meeting will be held as early as this month to formulate city’s AI road map

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349304/new-research-institute-ramp-efforts-hong-kong-pursues-ai-all

[2026-04-08 10:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Nongshim to establish Russian subsidiary to expand Eurasian presence

Snippet: SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- Nongshim Co., South Korea's leading instant noodle maker, said Wednesday it will establish a subsidiary in Russia in June as part of its strategy to expand into the Eurasian market.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408002400320

[2026-04-08 10:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: SMBC expands with 2nd US headquarters in North Carolina

Snippet: Sumitomo Mitsui Banking plans to set up its second U.S. headquarters in North Carolina, where over 230 Japanese companies operate. (Photo by Shihoko Nakaoka)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/finance/smbc-expands-with-2nd-us-headquarters-in-north-carolina

[2026-04-08 10:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Taiwan Smart Manufacturing at SIMTOS 2026: Partnering with Korea to Capture Global Opportunities in Smart Manufacturing

Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Taiwan is set to make a strong return to SIMTOS 2026, showcasing its "Taiwan Smart Manufacturing" initiative—bringing advanced technologies and actively seeking strategic collaboration with Korean industry partners to unlock global market opportunities together.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10712205

[2026-04-08 10:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: KRX issues buy-side sidecar for KOSPI market on sharp rise

Snippet: SEOUL, April 8 (Yonhap) -- The Korea Exchange (KRX) on Wednesday activated a five-minute buy-side sidecar on the main bourse shortly after the opening bell, as shares rallied on reports of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408001751320

[2026-04-08 10:09 UTC+10:00] [New Zealand] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: New Zealand asks US to send fuel tankers to Pacific to alleviate pressure caused by Iran war

Snippet: After meeting with Marco Rubio, foreign minister Winston Peters says he made sure US understands ‘significant economic impacts on New Zealand and Pacific’

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/08/new-zealand-us-fuel-tankers-pacific-iran-war

[2026-04-08 10:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (URGENT) KRX issues buy-side sidecar for KOSPI market on sharp rise

Snippet: (3rd LD) Lee says S. Korea, France agree to cooperate on safe passage through Strait of Hormuz

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260408001700320

[2026-04-08 10:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Smallest town in Australia for sale as two residents decide to sell roadhouse

Snippet: Topic:Pubs, Taverns and Bars

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-08/nations-smallest-town-cooladdi-on-market-in-outback-queensland/106510362

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Barclays boosts Hong Kong presence to tap thriving IPO market, global CEO says

Snippet: C.S. Venkatakrishnan said the bank is increasing its outlay on talent and technology across its investment banking and trading units

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3349118/barclays-boosts-hong-kong-presence-tap-thriving-ipo-market-global-ceo-says?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Barclays boosts Hong Kong presence to tap thriving IPO market

Snippet: C.S. Venkatakrishnan said the bank is increasing its outlay on talent and technology across its investment banking and trading units

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3349118/barclays-boosts-hong-kong-presence-tap-thriving-ipo-market-global-ceo-says

[2026-04-08 09:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Used car prices hit their highest level in nearly 3 years as wholesale demand stays strong

Snippet: American consumers who are in the market for used cars are facing the highest prices in nearly three years, according to a new report.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/business/used-car-prices-hit-their-highest-level-in-nearly-3-years-as-wholesale-demand-stays-strong/

[2026-04-08 09:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Jobs are fleeing New York — so guess what Mamdani is focused on

Snippet: Not even 100 days into Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s term, Gotham is already facing grim economic prospects. So what is Hizzoner focusing on? Why, racial equity, of course.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/opinion/jobs-are-fleeing-new-york-so-guess-what-mamdani-is-focused-on/

[2026-04-08 09:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sold-out auctions suggest Hong Kong’s art market is back. But is it?

Snippet: ‘White glove’ sales at Christie’s and Sotheby’s March Hong Kong auctions are cause for optimism, but must be put into perspective

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3349243/sold-out-auctions-suggest-hong-kongs-art-market-back-it?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-08 09:15 UTC+10:00] [Art Basel] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sold-out auctions suggest Hong Kong’s art market is back. But is it?

Snippet: ‘White glove’ sales at Christie’s and Sotheby’s March Hong Kong auctions are cause for optimism, but must be put into perspective

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3349243/sold-out-auctions-suggest-hong-kongs-art-market-back-it

[2026-04-08 09:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong must diversify and adapt to changing tourism market

Snippet: Amid shifting cross-border travel and spending patterns, local businesses face challenging times as more residents leave the city during holidays

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3349214/hong-kong-must-diversify-and-adapt-changing-tourism-market?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-08 09:15 UTC+10:00] [tourism] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong must diversify and adapt to changing tourism market

Snippet: Amid shifting cross-border travel and spending patterns, local businesses face challenging times as more residents leave the city during holidays

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3349214/hong-kong-must-diversify-and-adapt-changing-tourism-market

[2026-04-08 08:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Top NY Dem waves off overdue state budget as business as usual under Hochul: ‘It’s built into people’s expectations’

Snippet: ALBANY – They’re in no rush.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/us-news/top-ny-dem-waves-off-overdue-state-budget-as-business-as-usual-under-hochul/

[2026-04-08 08:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Mets choosing to play it safe with Juan Soto’s calf injury: ‘Take your time’

Snippet: With Juan Soto — among the best players in baseball and a $765 million investment — the Mets are “playing it safe,” manager Carlos Mendoza said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/sports/mets-playing-it-safe-with-juan-sotos-calf-injury-take-your-time/

[2026-04-08 07:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: 'Hard to unseat the king': Iran's control of Hormuz may not be end of petrodollar

Snippet: Keeping control of the Strait of Hormuz will be easier for Iran than unseating the dollar's dominance of the global oil trade, despite Tehran’s efforts to dent the greenback’s hegemony, experts say.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/hard-unseat-king-irans-control-hormuz-may-not-be-end-petrodollar

[2026-04-08 07:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: 13 shots pumped into Indianapolis official’s front door raises fears over violent data center opposition: ‘Deeply unsettling’

Snippet: A terrifying attack on an Indianapolis city councilman’s home has ignited fears that mounting opposition to the data centers that power artificial intelligence is taking an increasingly violent turn.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/business/13-shots-pumped-into-indianapolis-officials-front-door-raises-fears-over-violent-data-center-opposition-deeply-unsettling/

[2026-04-08 07:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Beyond the hype: Real talk on real estate in the Philippines

Snippet: In a market often driven by buzzwords, bold promises and emotionally charged decisions, it is easy to lose sight of what truly matters in real estate investing. For Anchor Land President Elizabeth Ventura, the most overlooked yet crucial step is simple: proper due diligence before chasing any opportunity.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/08/business/beyond-the-hype-real-talk-on-real-estate-in-the-philippines/2315746

[2026-04-08 07:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Live: Wall St mixed ahead of Trump deadline, oil price slips, ASX marginally positive

Snippet: Wall Street's trading was largely flat overnight as Donald Trump's latest Iran deadline ticked down, but the momentum was positive as Pakistan provided a possible last-minute compromise to an escalated bombing campaign.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-08/asx-markets-business-news-live-updates/106540036

[2026-04-08 07:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: 'Hard to unseat the king': Iran's control of Hormuz may not be end of petrodollar

Snippet: Keeping control of the Strait of Hormuz will be easier for Iran than unseating the dollar's dominance of the global oil trade, despite Tehran’s efforts to dent the greenback’s hegemony, experts say.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/hard-unseat-king-irans-control-hormuz-strait-may-not-spell-end-petrodollar

[2026-04-08 07:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Only virtual talks, no new investment push before Xi-Trump summit: Greer

Snippet: US Trade Representative underscores US seeks substantial tariffs, unhindered rare earth access, and a stability-preserving leaders’ meeting

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3349312/only-virtual-talks-no-new-investment-push-xi-trump-summit-greer?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-08 07:03 UTC+10:00] [Washington] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Only virtual talks, no new investment push before Xi-Trump summit: Greer

Snippet: US Trade Representative underscores US seeks substantial tariffs, unhindered rare earth access, and a stability-preserving leaders’ meeting

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3349312/only-virtual-talks-no-new-investment-push-xi-trump-summit-greer

[2026-04-08 07:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Libyan financier enabled ‘$300m in loans’ for Haftar’s Tripoli offensive

Snippet: A group of companies tied to Khalifa Haftar helped funnel hundreds of millions of dollars into the eastern Libyan commander’s failed 2019–2020 assault on Tripoli, according to a new investigation, and left the Libyan people to bear the cost.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/7/libyan-financier-enabled-300m-in-loans-for-haftars-tripoli-offensive

[2026-04-08 07:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan university students pivot away from US to Thailand and Malaysia

Snippet: Students at Asia University in Tokyo can study abroad in Malaysia and other destinations in Asia. (Asia University)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/education/japan-university-students-pivot-away-from-us-to-thailand-and-malaysia

[2026-04-08 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: CK Hutchison to navigate 'world in turmoil' by scaling up

Snippet: Li Ka-shing, left, now 97, handed over control of his business empire to his eldest son Victor, right, eight years ago. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by AP and Getty Images)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/business-asia/ck-hutchison-to-navigate-world-in-turmoil-by-scaling-up

[2026-04-08 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Office towers plunge up to whopping 95% off as a fire sale sweeps the US market

Snippet: The US office market is in freefall. Aging towers are trading at fractions of their former worth as owners finally admit that the post-pandemic workplace is not coming back.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/real-estate/office-towers-plunge-up-to-whopping-95-off-amid-fire-sale/

[2026-04-08 06:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: New York Post

Title: Comedy Bang! Bang! announced a tour, NYC show. Get tickets today

Snippet: Hot Saucerman is back in business.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/ticket-sales/comedy-bang-bang-ground-beefing-tour-2026-where-to-buy-tickets/

[2026-04-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: New York Post

Title: Howard Stern’s ex-assistant exposes ‘immense pressure’ and ‘questionable business operations’ in lawsuit

Snippet: Howard Stern’s former employee detailed the disc jockey’s allegedly “questionable business operations” as well as the “immense pressure” of her job in a new lawsuit.

Read full article: https://pagesix.com/2026/04/07/celebrity-news/howard-sterns-ex-assistant-exposes-immense-pressure-and-questionable-business-operations-in-lawsuit/

[2026-04-08 06:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday 4/7/2026

Snippet: U.S. stocks swung sharply as uncertainty about what will happen in the war with Iran increased.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/wall-street-stocks-dow-nasdaq-e71b0d01d83f2052d0d016082d60e976

[2026-04-08 06:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Mitsubishi Motors not facing production halt from Hormuz crisis: CEO

Snippet: The Mitsubishi Destinator sport utility vehicle debuted in 2025. (Photo by Tomoyoshi Oshikiri)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/mitsubishi-motors-not-facing-production-halt-from-hormuz-crisis-ceo

[2026-04-08 06:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Glam London club Annabel’s is coming to NYC as members-only spots continue to pop up

Snippet: One of London’s most famous and exclusive clubs is opening a New York City outpost – poised to give a glam British jolt to the Big Apple’s growing world of members-only clubs, Side Dish can reveal.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/business/glam-london-club-annabels-is-coming-to-nyc-as-members-only-spots-continue-to-pop-up/

[2026-04-08 06:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Tokyo exchange's midtier Standard market overtakes Prime in listed firms

Snippet: The Tokyo Stock Exchange restructured itself into the Prime, Standard and Growth markets in April 2022. (Photo by Yo Inoue)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/tokyo-exchange-s-midtier-standard-market-overtakes-prime-in-listed-firms

[2026-04-08 06:05 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX to slide as looming Iran deadline unsettles investors

Snippet: Investors are nervously waiting for the latest deadline set by President Donald Trump to destroy Iran’s power plants and bridges, with futures pointing to a slight fall in the Australian sharemarket when it opens on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-to-slide-as-looming-iran-deadline-unsettles-investors-20260408-p5zm1u.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-08 06:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Tech workers ate dead tarantulas, crawled through ants in corporate retreat from hell

Snippet: A tech company retreat turned into a trip from hell with armed guards, crawls through fire ants, and dead tarantula du jour … similar to something out of the movie “Apocalypse Now.”Around 120 remote workers at streaming service Plex flew to Honduras for what had been billed as a tropical getaway with fun team-building exercises inspired by “Survivor” — the CEO’s favorite TV show.But what they got was a literal fight for survival, according to employees who opened up to

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/us-news/tech-workers-ate-dead-tarantulas-crawled-through-fire-ants-in-corporate-retreat-from-hell/

[2026-04-08 06:03 UTC+10:00] [General Opinion] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Govt steers through energy crisis

Snippet: The Middle East war is raging with overtures being made for peace. The region is in a rapidly escalating, multi-front war now involving Israel, the US, and Iran. Following strikes on Iran, missile exchanges have intensified, with Iran targeting the Gulf and Israel conducting air strikes on Iranian infrastructure. Significant disruptions to oil flows are occurring at the Strait of Hormuz, driving global economic concerns.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/08/general-opinion/979228/govt-steers-through-energy-crisis/

[2026-04-08 06:00 UTC+10:00] [General Features] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Daily News

Title: Gasohol ignored and revisited

Snippet: No country was sufficiently warned that its food economy would be seriously compromised if there are unforeseen circumstances such as fertiliser shortages. Now, we are told that we need to brace for such an eventuality.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/08/features/979168/gasohol-ignored-and-revisited/

[2026-04-08 05:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Collapse of Honda's EV focus leaves it with dearth of new models

Snippet: Along with other Honda EVs, development of the Afeela 1 in a venture with Sony Group also was canceled. (Photo by Mayumi Tsumita)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/collapse-of-honda-s-ev-focus-leaves-it-with-dearth-of-new-models

[2026-04-08 05:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Consumer Credit Grows Less Than Expected On Subdued Credit Card Usage

Snippet: While the monthly jobs report has become a veritable economic random number generator, with every monthly print coming either well below or above the forecast stack, the weekly initial claims report has become its foil - a study in boring reporting, with numbers barely budging week to week, and usually falling right on top of Wall Street estimates.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/economics/consumer-credit-grows-less-expected-subdued-credit-card-growth

[2026-04-08 05:34 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CIPM Sri Lanka hosts ILO Country Director

Snippet: The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) Sri Lanka hosted Joni Simpson, Country Director of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) for Sri Lanka and the Maldives, at a special engagement held at the CIPM Auditorium in Colombo on March 17, organised by the Standing Committee on Empowered Authority and National Role in HR.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/08/business/978984/cipm-sri-lanka-hosts-ilo-country-director/

[2026-04-08 05:34 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 99x wins five awards at ‘Best Management Practices Awards ‘26’

Snippet: 99x, a leading global product engineering company, has secured five accolades at the CPM Best Management Practices Awards 2026, including an Overall Gold Award, positioning the company among Sri Lanka’s top-performing organisations in management excellence.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/08/business/978995/99x-wins-five-awards-at-best-management-practices-awards-26/

[2026-04-08 05:34 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ransavi Construction, Needmore Supermarket conducts CSR initiative

Snippet: In a remarkable display of compassion, commitment, and corporate social responsibility (CSR), Ransavi Construction (Pvt) Ltd, together with Needmore Supermarket (Pvt) Ltd, concluded their sixth consecutive annual community service programme on March 29, at their Head Office premises in Koralawella, Moratuwa.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/08/business/979022/ransavi-construction-needmore-supermarket-conducts-csr-initiative/

[2026-04-08 05:34 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Suren Rajakarier appointed managing partner of KPMG Sri Lanka and Maldives

Snippet: In a key leadership appointment within the professional services sector, Suren Rajakarier has stepped into the role of Managing Partner of KPMG Sri Lanka and its Maldives practice, effective April 1.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/08/business/979039/suren-rajakarier-appointed-managing-partner-of-kpmg-sri-lanka-and-maldives/

[2026-04-08 05:34 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka–Russia Business Council host members Night

Snippet: The Sri Lanka–Russia Business Council (SLRBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recently hosted its Members’ Night, bringing together distinguished dignitaries, business leaders and stakeholders to celebrate and further strengthen the longstanding relationship between Sri Lanka and the Russian Federation.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/08/business/979057/sri-lanka-russia-business-council-host-members-night/