[2026-07-08 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is Johor ready for new power balance? Malaysia’s Loke implores voters to curb BN dominance

Snippet: The transport minister urges voters to flood Saturday’s state election to ensure Malay-led Barisan Nasional does not have its way

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3359763/johor-ready-new-power-balance-malaysias-loke-implores-voters-curb-bn-dominance?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-08 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Barisan Nasional] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is Johor ready for new power balance? Malaysia’s Loke implores voters to curb BN dominance

Snippet: The transport minister urges voters to flood Saturday’s state election to ensure Malay-led Barisan Nasional does not have its way

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3359763/johor-ready-new-power-balance-malaysias-loke-implores-voters-curb-bn-dominance

[2026-07-08 11:22 UTC+10:00] [ENVIRONMENT] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Faster, fiercer wildfires are testing evacuation plans

Snippet: On a warm summer morning, two fire officials navigate an SUV along a narrow road that switchbacks high into the hills above the town of Fairfax, California, where thickets of trees conceal hundreds of homes. When the road dead-ends, they head back down through the same hairpin turns, pointing out where a wildfire would roar into the path of fleeing vehicles.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/environment/2026/07/08/climate-change/fast-wildfires-test-evacuation-plans/

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Volcano Fire breaks out threatening homes as evacuation orders issued

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

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/07/us-news/volcano-fire-breaks-out-threatening-homes-as-evacuation-orders-issued/

[2026-07-08 09:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: AP News

Title: Caitlin Clark hopes to return against Sparks, may sit out against Storm

Snippet: Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) shoots over Atlanta Dream forward Sika Kone (23) in the first half of a WNBA basketball game in Indianapolis, Thursday, June 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/indiana-fever-caitlin-clark-95c3aa39ce43ec320ce700f91136f7b5

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: US launches new strikes against Iran after three ships were hit in Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: DUBAI — The US military launched new strikes against Iran early Wednesday, hours after three merchant ships were struck in the Strait of Hormuz, in the latest exchange of fire to threaten the interim deal to end the fighting between the two countries.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/07/08/world/us-launches-new-strikes-against-iran-after-three-ships-were-hit-in-strait-of-hormuz/2380385

[2026-07-08 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: CFA leaders attempt to recall 'draft' submission to fatal summer fire inquiry

Snippet: Wed 8 Jul 2026 at 6:32am

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-08/cfa-retract-draft-submission-summer-bushfire-commission/106889362

[2026-07-08 06:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Strait of Hormuz tanker attack raises tensions as Iran mourns Khamenei

Snippet: A liquefied natural gas tanker caught fire after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in one of the world's most critical shipping lanes. The attack comes as Iran mourns Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and nuclear talks with the United States remain stalled.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/07/07/strait-of-hormuz-tanker-attack-raises-tensions-as-iran-mourns-khamenei/

[2026-07-08 01:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Midtown Manhattan building is evacuated after bricks fall

Snippet: Reports of falling bricks and buckling columns have prompted evacuations in the area around a Midtown Manhattan high-rise office building that was being converted to luxury apartments, fire officials said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/nyc-manhattan-building-collapse-risk-04dfeb966e0daa2caba74006ad174ea1

[2026-07-07 21:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Tornados y tormentas en el centro de China dejan al menos 11 muertos

Snippet: En esta imagen publicada por Xinhua News Agency, rescatistas trabajan en un centro logístico afectado por un tornado en el distrito de Huangzhou, ciudad de Huanggang, en la provincia china de Hubei, el 7 de julio de 2026. (Wu Zhizun/Xinhua via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-tornado-tormenta-hubei-9f2cbe1baf397065406e10bfa80c0ffe

[2026-07-07 21:30 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Marcos orders gov’t agencies to prepare for incoming Super Typhoon Bavi

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/marcos-orders-preparations-incoming-tropical-cyclone-bavi-inday/

[2026-07-07 21:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Tornadoes and storms in central China leave at least 11 people dead

Snippet: In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, rescuers conduct work at a tornado-hit logistics park in Huangzhou District of Huanggang City in central China’s Hubei Province on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. (Wu Zhizun/Xinhua via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-weather-tornadoes-deaths-landslides-16b86aa6b9b90272b5ef18fa7b296d3d

[2026-07-07 20:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Qatari LNG tanker and Saudi crude oil ship damaged in Hormuz

Snippet: The Qatari liquefied natural gas tanker Al Rekayyat reported that it had been struck overnight and its engine room set on fire.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/qatari-lng-tanker-and-saudi-crude-oil-ship-damaged-hormuz

[2026-07-07 18:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sri Lanka probes prison riot as death toll rises to 27

Snippet: Rival gangs clashed inside the prison before overpowering guards, seizing their weapons and opening fire

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3359724/sri-lanka-probes-prison-riot-death-toll-rises-27?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-07 18:52 UTC+10:00] [Negombo] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sri Lanka probes prison riot as death toll rises to 27

Snippet: Rival gangs clashed inside the prison before overpowering guards, seizing their weapons and opening fire

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3359724/sri-lanka-probes-prison-riot-death-toll-rises-27

[2026-07-07 18:48 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Noto Peninsula airport struck by earthquake gets Pokemon-themed rebrand

Snippet: WAJIMA, ISHIKAWA PREF. – A celebration ceremony for an airport named after the blockbuster Japanese animation series Pocket Monster, or Pokemon, was held in the city of Wajima in Ishikawa Prefecture on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/07/07/japan/pokemon-airport-ishikawa/

[2026-07-07 18:19 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Woman dies after fire breaks out in Sydney unit

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/woman-dies-after-fire-breaks-out-in-sydney-unit-20260707-p60dfc.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-07 17:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Watch: Moment rare tornado lashes central Chinese cities

Snippet: At least 11 people have died after severe thunderstorms swept cities in central China’s Hubei province, state media reported.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cq61d22ved2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-07-07 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Wildfires] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Wildfires in southern Europe wreak havoc – in pictures

Snippet: View image in fullscreenThessaloniki, GreeceA firefighting helicopter drops water on a fire in Oreokastro. According to the fire service, the flames ignited in a ravine within a mountainous area on the evening of 4 July and spread quickly, affecting several businesses and prompting evacuations in nearby settlementsPhotograph: Achilleas Chiras/EPAShareView image in fullscreenThessaloniki, GreeceA wildfire on the outskirts of the northern city Photograph: Giannis Papanikos/PAShareView image in fullscreenThessaloniki, Greece Smoke rises from a wildfire on the outskirts of the city.

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/gallery/2026/jul/07/wildfires-southern-europe-in-pictures

[2026-07-07 16:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Family 'turned upside down' after man critically injured by robot vacuum

Snippet: Topic:Household Accidents and Incidents

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-07/perth-man-critically-injured-in-robot-vacuum-fire/106889884

[2026-07-07 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Extreme heat] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Fuel on the fire: why oil companies are profiting as the world gets dangerously hot

Snippet: The scientific consensus is that burning fossil fuels drives the climate crisis, yet the world’s biggest oil companies are planning to increase production

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/jul/07/big-oil-companies-profiting-fossil-fuel-global-climate-change

[2026-07-07 15:36 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: What 40 years in clay and fire can teach

Snippet: Stepping into ceramic artist Park Young-sook's studio in Gyeonggi Province, the first thing that greets visitors is not the gleaming white moon jars for which she is known, but the earthy scent of damp clay.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10800923

[2026-07-07 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Today in Korean history

Snippet: 1951 -- The U.S.-led U.N. Command begins talks with North Korea to end the Korean War, which began with a southward North Korean invasion on June 25, 1950. The negotiations, which dragged on for two more years, came to a close on July 27, 1953, when a cease-fire agreement was signed.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260707000900320

[2026-07-07 14:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Flau’jae Johnson scores 23 and the Storm beat the Sparks 82-64

Snippet: LOS ANGELES (AP) — Flau’jae Johnson scored 23 points, Natisha Hiedeman added 15 and the Seattle Storm beat the Los Angeles Sparks 82-64 on Monday night.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/storm-sparks-score-3e2e82d00e2a15f927fe41c368ff86aa

[2026-07-07 14:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Tanker on fire off coast of Oman after being hit by projectile

Snippet: A tanker travelling off the coast of Oman in the Strait of Hormuz has caught on fire after being struck by a projectile, according to the United Kingdom’s military said.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/7/tanker-on-fire-off-coast-of-oman-after-being-hit-by-projectile

[2026-07-07 14:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Nashville Severe Weather volunteers livestream tornado updates with calm advice

Snippet: Andrew Leeper, left, Will Minkoff and Tom Johnstone, right, of Nashville Severe Weather, look over weather data Monday, April 20, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/nashville-severe-weather-tornado-cdd367d8b7ae96e117951f9bf0001574

[2026-07-07 13:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 8 dead, 1 missing in China tornado, days after warning of extreme weather ahead

Snippet: Meteorologists warn of a ‘complex’ series of challenges this year, with severe wind, rainstorms and geological disasters across the country

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3359671/8-dead-1-missing-china-tornado-days-after-warning-extreme-weather-ahead?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-07 13:23 UTC+10:00] [Huanggang] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 8 dead, 1 missing in China tornado, days after warning of extreme weather ahead

Snippet: Meteorologists warn of a ‘complex’ series of challenges this year, with severe wind, rainstorms and geological disasters across the country

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3359671/8-dead-1-missing-china-tornado-days-after-warning-extreme-weather-ahead

[2026-07-07 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bargain homes are to be had in New Zealand but here’s the catch: floods

Snippet: In Auckland, where thousands of properties were swamped in 2023, buying a home in a flood-prone area offers discounts of up to US$60,000

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3359657/bargain-homes-are-be-had-new-zealand-heres-catch-floods?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-07 12:00 UTC+10:00] [New Zealand] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bargain homes are to be had in New Zealand but here’s the catch: floods

Snippet: In Auckland, where thousands of properties were swamped in 2023, buying a home in a flood-prone area offers discounts of up to US$60,000

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3359657/bargain-homes-are-be-had-new-zealand-heres-catch-floods

[2026-07-07 10:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Fatal Typhoon Maysak floods burst dam wall in China

Snippet: A reservoir wall broke in Nanning in China, sending out a torrent of water after rivers swelled from the passage of a typhoon. At least two people have been killed by flooding due to Typhoon Maysak, while another 480,000 have been evacuated across the southern Guangxi province, officials say. The province's emergency flood control response has been raised to its highest level.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c1eyyevn5j7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-07-07 10:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: New York Post

Title: Hard times coming for Midwest as massive storm could pound heartland

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

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/06/us-news/weather-services-phallic-midwest-forecast-warns-of-massive-storm/

[2026-07-07 10:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Serious flooding risk in Hong Kong’s Yuen Long under amber rainstorm signal

Snippet: Forecaster also reminds residents in the northern New Territories to take precautions to avoid possible flood damage

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3359652/serious-flooding-risk-hong-kongs-yuen-long-under-amber-rainstorm-signal?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-07-07 10:40 UTC+10:00] [rainstorm] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Serious flooding risk in Hong Kong’s Yuen Long under amber rainstorm signal

Snippet: Forecaster also reminds residents in the northern New Territories to take precautions to avoid possible flood damage

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3359652/serious-flooding-risk-hong-kongs-yuen-long-under-amber-rainstorm-signal

[2026-07-07 09:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: BBC News

Title: The Papers: 'World cup storm' and 'King puts foot down'

Snippet: President Donald Trump admitting he lobbied Fifa's boss to rescind a red card ban for the top US goal scorer dominates today's papers. The Daily Mirror headlines on the moment as "foul", and quotes Trump as saying: "All I did was I asked for a review because I didn't think it was a foul." US striker Folarin Balogun was given a one-match suspension at the World Cup after receiving a straight red card, which Fifa has now reversed.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5yzzn9y9p3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Storm signals to be raised over Northern Luzon as super typhoon set to enter PAR

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — With Super Typhoon ‘Bavi’ (international name) set to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) anytime of the day or early Wednesday morning, storm signals would be immediately raised over Northern Luzon, the state weather bureau said on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/07/07/news/storm-signals-to-be-raised-over-northern-luzon-as-super-typhoon-set-to-enter-par/2379390

[2026-07-07 07:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan weighs AI-powered disaster relief distribution

Snippet: Self-Defense Forces personnel deliver relief supplies after an earthquake struck the Noto peninsula in Ishikawa prefecture. (Japan Ministry of Defense)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/artificial-intelligence/japan-weighs-ai-powered-disaster-relief-distribution

[2026-07-07 04:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Terrifying moment huge fire breaks out at school live on TV during World Cup party

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

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/06/us-news/terrifying-moment-huge-fire-breaks-out-at-school-live-on-tv-during-world-cup-party/

[2026-07-07 03:50 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Typhoon Maysak kills two and forces thousands to evacuate in China

Snippet: Tropical storm causes extreme flooding in south of the country with heavy rainfall expected in coming days

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/06/typhoon-maysak-kills-two-and-forces-thousands-to-evacuate-in-china

[2026-07-07 03:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Venezuelans left to search for their dead as quake rescue effort ends

Snippet: Rescue workers and forensic technician Joel Mirabal, back left, recover the body of an earthquake victim in La Guaira, Venezuela, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Matias Delacroix)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/venezuela-rescue-recovery-earthquakes-hugo-chavez-411e5608c47eda5385a6e13547cae7c9

[2026-07-07 03:34 UTC+10:00] [Tour de France 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Pogacar rises above wildfire restrictions to take yellow jersey in deserted Les Angles

Snippet: Fans were banned from stage three finish due to fire risk

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/jul/06/pogacar-rises-above-wildfire-restrictions-to-take-yellow-jersey-in-deserted-les-angles

[2026-07-07 02:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: NYPD detective shot in back confronting gun-toting teen was apparent victim of friendly fire: sources

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

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/06/us-news/nypd-detective-shot-in-back-confronting-gun-toting-teen-was-apparent-victim-of-friendly-fire-sources/

[2026-07-07 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The man at the center of the flood control funds scandal

Snippet: THE ongoing investigation into the flood control funds scandal has evolved into something far more complicated than a corruption probe. It has become a battlefield where political factions compete to control public perception. Every new testimony, Senate hearing, press conference, and media leak is now interpreted not simply as an effort to uncover the truth but as part of a larger political contest.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/07/07/opinion/columns/the-man-at-the-center-of-the-flood-control-funds-scandal/2379168

[2026-07-07 01:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Hurricane force wind gusts slam Mariana Islands as Super Typhoon Bavi brings life-threatening impacts

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

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/06/world-news/hurricane-force-wind-gusts-slam-mariana-islands-as-super-typhoon-bavi-brings-life-threatening-impacts/

[2026-07-07 00:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Dangerous flash flood threat escalates for nearly 60M across Northeast

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

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/06/us-news/dangerous-flash-flood-threat-escalates-for-nearly-60m-across-northeast/

[2026-07-07 00:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Wildfire in France forces Tour de France to ban fans from stage finale

Snippet: Firefighters work on a wildfire in Ille-sur-Têt, southern France, Monday, July 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/heat-fire-europe-climate-change-8b78a5d051273e24455357da63551fef

[2026-07-07 00:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Thousands evacuated from homes in southwest France as wildfire burns

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

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/06/world-news/thousands-evacuated-from-homes-in-southwest-france-as-wildfire-burns/

[2026-07-06 23:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: IDF mission to Venezuela begins mapping buildings damaged by earthquake for demolition

Snippet: The IDF at 8:00 a.m. (3:00 p.m. Israel time) on Monday started mapping out and categorizing buildings in Venezuela as either due to be demolished or potentially salvageable despite being damaged, following the tragic June 24 earthquakes, which killed at least 3,300 people, but probably thousands more.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-901623

[2026-07-06 23:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Wildfire in southern France forces evacuation of 10,000 people

Snippet: Thousands of people have been evacuated from towns and villages in the French Pyrenees region due to a wildfire

Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crlwweye9glo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-07-06 23:04 UTC+10:00] [Photography] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Supreme leader’s funeral in Tehran, Dalai Lama’s birthday and England beat Mexico: photos of the day – Monday

Snippet: View image in fullscreenTehran, IranMourners throng the streets of Tehran for a funeral procession for Iran’s late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on 28 February in Israeli and US airstrikesPhotograph: Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader/ReutersShareView image in fullscreenThessaloniki, GreeceLocal people try to extinguish a wildfire on the outskirts of the northern cityPhotograph: Giannis Papanikos/APShareView image in fullscreenLeh, IndiaExiled Tibetan artists in traditional costumes wait to welcome their spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, as celebrations take place

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/gallery/2026/jul/06/ali-khamenei-funeral-tehran-dalai-lama-birthday-england-mexico-world-cup-photos-of-the-day-monday