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[2026-08-01 11:14 UTC+10:00] [BUSINESS] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Title: Bessent’s ‘to do’ list: buy $5-10 billion worth of Japanese yen, photo shows
Snippet: CAMP DAVID, Maryland – U.S. ⁠Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Friday exposed a “to-do” list during U.S. President Donald Trump’s Cabinet meeting indicating he was contemplating U.S. purchases of $5 billion to $10 billion worth of Japanese yen, a photograph taken during the ​meeting held at Camp David shows.
Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/08/01/bessent-to-do-list-buy-yen/
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[2026-08-01 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Middle East Eye
Title: Araghchi says US actions ‘main causes’ of regional insecurity
Snippet: Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, has told his Indian counterpart that the US’ violations of the Islamabad MoU and continued military action against Iran were the main causes of insecurity in the region and the Strait of Hormuz, IRNA reported.
Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/araghchi-says-us-actions-main-causes-regional-insecurity
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[2026-08-01 10:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Title: Trust In Higher Education Hits Another Low As The Public Rejects Institutional Bias
Snippet: Authored by Jonathan Turley via JonathanTurley.org,
Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/gallup-higher-education-hits-another-low-public-trust-public-rejects-institutional-bias
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[2026-08-01 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Ready player 3: India offers Asean a US-China alternative
Snippet: India pitches trade, missiles and room to hedge as the US and China vie for regional influence
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3362555/ready-player-3-india-offers-asean-us-china-alternative?utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-08-01 10:00 UTC+10:00] [Indusfood] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Title: Ready player 3: India offers Asean a US-China alternative
Snippet: India pitches trade, missiles and room to hedge as the US and China vie for regional influence
Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3362555/ready-player-3-india-offers-asean-us-china-alternative
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[2026-08-01 10:00 UTC+10:00] [Indigenous] [Factuality: 90]
Source: SBS News
Title: 'Mirage': Voice architect Noel Pearson breaks silence at Garma on referendum defeat
Snippet: Published 1 August 2026 3:12pm
Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/mirage-voice-architect-noel-pearson-breaks-silence-on-referendum-defeat-at-garma/bqx5oiuzr
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[2026-08-01 09:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: BBC News
Title: India's 'cockroach' protesters have wounds consistent with pellet-gun fire, say experts
Snippet: The face and body of Sahil Lochab, who appeared with opposition leader Rahul Gandhi at a press conference, are peppered with tiny holes
Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c74gwvygkjdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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[2026-08-01 09:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: BBC News
Title: The Papers: 'Spanish border crisis' and 'iron chancellor'
Snippet: The crossing of 60,000 migrants into the Spanish North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco is featured prominently across Saturday's papers. The Daily Express says the crisis should be a "wake-up call" for the UK, quoting shadow Home Office minister Katie Lam's warning to Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdrvkzdpynyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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[2026-08-01 09:35 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: Seoul weighs viable options for contributing to Hormuz stability
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/10827675
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[2026-08-01 09:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: BBC News
Title: Fifa scraps controversial World Cup investment plan
Snippet: Fifa president Gianni Infantino says he has scrapped the controversial plan to sell off stakes in the governing body's major competitions, following widespread opposition.
Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/czekr6kn58po?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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[2026-08-01 09:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: Global development must benefit investors too, including China: UNDP head
Snippet: Alexander De Croo, former prime minister of Belgium, now serving as administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), argues that development aid should be viewed as an investment that creates markets. (Photo by Shintaro Ino)
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/editor-s-picks/interview/global-development-must-benefit-investors-too-including-china-undp-head
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[2026-08-01 09:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Title: US proposes cuts to Colorado River use for Arizona, California and Nevada
Snippet: Three western states in the United States would take less water from the Colorado River under a federal proposal to stave off a crisis in the beleaguered waterway.
Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/31/us-proposes-cuts-to-colorado-river-use-for-arizona-california-and-nevada
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[2026-08-01 09:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Jerusalem Post
Title: Tel Aviv's Animix festival combines political satire, cartoons with tributes, memorials, lectures
Snippet: The Animix International Animation, Comics, and Caricature Festival will return to the Tel Aviv Cinematheque from August 4-8, offering five days of funny, thought-provoking, and visually stunning exhibitions, performances, film screenings, workshops, and meetings with leading Israeli and international artists.
Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/culture/article-904172
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[2026-08-01 09:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Jerusalem Post
Title: Eisenkot, Likud clash over BoP framework for Hamas disarmament, IDF withdrawal from Gaza
Snippet: Yashar Party head and former IDF chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot warned on Friday that the government would be "leaving Hamas in power" under the Board of Peace’s new framework for implementing US President Donald Trump’s peace plan in Gaza.
Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-904244
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[2026-08-01 09:00 UTC+10:00] [Sport / Soccer] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Title: Top Infantino adviser quits as FIFA World Cup stake plan triggers major backlash
Snippet: A senior adviser to FIFA President Gianni Infantino quit on Friday in protest at plans to sell a stake in the World Cup as European football threatened a boycott and regional confederations united in opposition to the proposal.
Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/top-gianni-infantino-adviser-quits-as-fifa-world-cup-stake-plan-triggers-major-backlash-20260801-p60kiy.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-08-01 08:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: George Santos agrees to settlement over Kalshi trades
Snippet: Former Rep. George Santos arrives at federal court for sentencing, April 25, 2025, in Central Islip, N.Y. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, File)
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/george-santos-kalshi-prediction-markets-settlement-43014c0641f317855adf270ed4d48fa9
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[2026-08-01 08:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: Greater Manchester elects mayor to replace Andy Burnham, who left job to be UK leader
Snippet: Bev Craig, the Labour Party candidate, departs Broad Oak Primary in Didsbury after voting in the Greater Manchester mayoral by-election, in Manchester, England, Thursday July 30, 2026. (Annabelle Lee-Ellis/PA via AP)
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/manchester-uk-mayor-election-labour-reform-af002ca72e5dea1c12681e3bb9451e0a
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[2026-08-01 08:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Title: Rep. Nellie Pou once opposed legislation to create an internet sex offender registry, stonewalled tougher penalties on predators
Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.
Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/31/us-news/rep-nellie-pou-once-opposed-legislation-to-create-an-internet-sex-offender-registry-stonewalled-tougher-penalties-on-predators/
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[2026-08-01 08:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Title: Judge Rejects States' Attempt To Block Medicaid Work Requirements
Snippet: Authored by Zachary Stieber via The Epoch Times,
Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/judge-rejects-states-attempt-block-medicaid-work-requirements
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[2026-08-01 08:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Title: Anthony Fauci’s staggering earnings since leaving government revealed — as divisive Dr. doubles net worth
Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.
Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/31/us-news/anthony-faucis-staggering-earnings-since-leaving-government-revealed-as-divisive-dr-doubles-net-worth/
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[2026-08-01 08:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: Puerto Rico authorizes $2 billion luxury development that activists oppose
Snippet: SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s government has authorized construction of a $2 billion luxury development in the island’s southwest region that environmentalists have decried, warning it would strain the U.S. territory’s resources and threaten wildlife.
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/puerto-rico-esencia-cabo-rojo-developers-44d13fdafa22d9ec394ff222426db331
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[2026-08-01 08:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Title: US Senate’s Fauci hearing renews COVID origin debate but reveals little
Snippet: Washington, DC – A Senate committee hearing this week has once again shone a spotlight on the political divisions over the United States government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/31/us-senates-fauci-hearing-renews-covid-origin-debate-but-reveals-little
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[2026-08-01 08:04 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Title: After Lee-Milei summit, Korea to import Argentine crude next year
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/10827656
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[2026-08-01 07:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Title: Trump's AI executive order nears key deadline as regulation debate intensifies
Snippet: When President Donald Trump signed his AI executive order in early June, he gave federal agencies 60 days to develop a key framework as part of its implementation.
Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/31/trump-ai-executive-order-nears-key-deadline-regulation-debate-heats-up.html
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[2026-08-01 07:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Title: California college students force school to cut ties with drug-busting Border Patrol agents
Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.
Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/31/us-news/ucsd-ends-border-patrol-linked-federal-program-after-student-protests/
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[2026-08-01 07:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: New York Post
Title: Fed-up Spaniards lash out at socialist prime minister after migrant invasion: ‘A third-world country’
Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.
Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/31/world-news/fed-up-spaniards-lash-out-at-socialist-prime-minister-after-migrant-invasion/
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[2026-08-01 07:23 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Title: Brisbane Air train suing Queensland government
Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section
Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/brisbane-air-train-suing-queensland-government-20260801-p60kin.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-08-01 07:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: Japan PM's phone diplomacy stays silent for 2 months
Snippet: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has had four calls with U.S. President Donald Trump since taking office. © Reuters
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/comment/japan-pm-s-phone-diplomacy-stays-silent-for-2-months
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[2026-08-01 07:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Title: The Labor MPs chasing promotions after Vic leadership spill
Snippet: Topic:Government and Politics
Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-01/ben-carroll-new-cabinet-jacinta-allan-leadership-spill/106978476
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[2026-08-01 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Title: From Nazi Tats To Kissing Cousins: Maine Democrats Go Full Jerry Springer
Snippet: In the span of a few weeks, Maine Democrats replaced their U.S. Senate nominee amid a cascade of personal controversies, with a guy who's been banging his 2nd cousin for years.
Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/nazi-tats-kissing-cousins-maine-democrats-go-full-jerry-springer
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[2026-08-01 06:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Title: Venezuela gov’t and opposition to hold talks aimed at path to elections
Snippet: The Venezuelan government and a segment of the opposition are to kick off United States-backed talks aimed at paving the way for eventual elections.
Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/31/venezuela-govt-and-opposition-to-hold-talks-aimed-at-path-to-elections
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[2026-08-01 06:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: Trump jokes that he is not yet a target of the ICC
Snippet: CAMP DAVID, USA — President Donald Trump joked Friday that he is not yet a target of the International Criminal Court (ICC), as his government wages a campaign against the institution, urging member nations to withdraw.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/01/world/trump-jokes-that-he-is-not-yet-a-target-of-the-icc/2396173
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[2026-08-01 06:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: Zero Hedge
Title: Demoralizing The Whole Citizenry To The Max
Snippet: Authored by James Howard Kunstler,
Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/demoralizing-whole-citizenry-max
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[2026-08-01 06:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Title: Algerian bus plunges into ravine killing at least 27
Snippet: A passenger bus has crashed into a ravine in northern Algeria, killing at least 27 people and injuring 39 others, according to the country’s health minister.
Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/31/algerian-bus-plunges-into-ravine-killing-at-least-27
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[2026-08-01 05:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: FCC's Carr defends actions against ABC, citing 'public interest'
Snippet: Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr departs an event in the East Room of the White House, March 20, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, File)
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/fcc-brendan-carr-abc-licenses-59a1af6fd76ed310a89b9764ae1fad8b
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[2026-08-01 05:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Title: ‘Strategic partner’: Peru’s Fujimori plans to intensify ties with the US
Snippet: Peru plans to deepen its relations with the United States, which it sees as a “strategic partner”, according to newly appointed Foreign Minister Carlos Espa.
Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/31/strategic-partner-perus-fujimori-plans-to-intensify-ties-with-the-us
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[2026-08-01 05:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: Japan intelligence agency kicks off with focus on industrial espionage
Snippet: The National Intelligence Bureau reports to the National Intelligence Council, chaired by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. (Photo by Ken Suzuki)
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/japan-intelligence-agency-kicks-off-with-focus-on-industrial-espionage
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[2026-08-01 05:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Title: Trump says settlement fund is 'dead' even as he defends it
Snippet: President Donald Trump listens during a cabinet meeting, Friday, July 31, 2026, at Camp David, the presidential retreat, near Thurmont, Md., Friday, July 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/blanche-tillis-cornyn-trump-attorney-general-settlement-0f214c3da82c5d5ee971ef83565a344b
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[2026-08-01 05:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Middle East Eye
Title: Qatar welcomes Hamas’s acceptance of draft peace deal
Snippet: Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani told the head of Hamas political bureau, Khalil al-Hayya, that he welcomed the decision to accept a roadmap for implementing the second stage of the ceasefire, Al Jazeera reported.
Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/qatar-welcomes-hamass-acceptance-draft-peace-deal
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[2026-08-01 05:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Title: ICE Planning New Detention Facilities For 5,500+ Detainees In Four US Cities
Snippet: Authored by Bryan Hyde via American Greatness,
Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/ice-planning-new-detention-facilities-5500-detainees-four-us-cities
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[2026-08-01 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Jerusalem Post
Title: Damietta port drone strike proves Egypt can't hide from regional war - analysis
Snippet: Egypt's cabinet said Thursday that a drone caused a fire aboard two vessels at Damietta port, after initial accounts from Egyptian security sources disputed reports that the fire was caused by a drone strike.
Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-904238
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[2026-08-01 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: The Jerusalem Post
Title: Trump says US campaign against ICC is aimed at protecting Netanyahu, others
Snippet: US President Donald Trump said on Friday that a US campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court was intended to defend Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others from prosecution, not himself.
Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-904237
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[2026-08-01 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Jerusalem Post
Title: The toughest job in Israeli diplomacy awaits in London - opinion
Snippet: A month before the 2013 election, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was asked a softball question in an interview with the German newspaper Die Welt.
Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-904135
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[2026-08-01 05:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: LDP revolt grows over Takaichi plan to cut food tax to 1%
Snippet: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's decision to announce her tax cut plan before seeking party consensus has rankled some party members. (Photo by Ken Suzuki)
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/ldp-revolt-grows-over-takaichi-plan-to-cut-food-tax-to-1
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[2026-08-01 05:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Title: LDP revolt grows in Japan over Takaichi plan to cut food tax to 1%
Snippet: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's decision to announce her tax cut plan before seeking party consensus has rankled some party members. (Photo by Ken Suzuki)
Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/ldp-revolt-grows-in-japan-over-takaichi-plan-to-cut-food-tax-to-1
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[2026-08-01 05:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Title: Malacañang slams Carpio on BIR tax records
Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Friday said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was just following the law, following his clearance for the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) to submit subpoenaed bank records of Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Atty. Mans Carpio, to the Senate or the Impeachment Court.
Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/01/news/malacaang-slams-carpio-on-bir-tax-records/2396151
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[2026-08-01 05:00 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Title: Political donations are a matter for all of us
Snippet: August 1, 2026 — 5:00am
Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/political-donations-are-a-matter-for-all-of-us-20260730-p60jxr.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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[2026-08-01 05:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Title: The great powers are no longer calling all the shots
Snippet: Sat 1 Aug 2026 at 5:00am
Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-01/global-politics-driven-strongmen-disturbing-directions/106982606
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[2026-08-01 05:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Title: FCC Chair Carr Defends License Review As ABC Cries Censorship
Snippet: Via American Greatness,
Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/fcc-chair-carr-defends-license-review-abc-cries-censorship
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[2026-08-01 04:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Title: India's gen Z protesters forced a minister to resign. What's next?
Snippet: Sat 1 Aug 2026 at 4:55am
Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-01/india-gen-z-education-minister-resigns-protests-what-next/106965486
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