[2026-05-13 19:20 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Elon Musk and Jensen Huang among CEOs joining Trump on China trip

Snippet: US President Donald Trump has taken a host of top business and technology industry executives on his trip to China this week.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/13/breaking-news/994297/elon-musk-and-jensen-huang-among-ceos-joining-trump-on-china-trip/

[2026-05-13 19:17 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: NSW premier says federal budget was ‘unfair’ towards state

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/nsw-premier-says-federal-budget-was-unfair-towards-state-20260513-p5zwli.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 19:17 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Workers set to benefit from federal budget

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/workers-set-to-benefit-from-federal-budget-20260513-p5zwlj.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 19:15 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: A budget that meets the moment but doesn’t yet prepare for the future

Snippet: May 13, 2026 — 7:15pm

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/a-budget-that-meets-the-moment-but-doesn-t-yet-prepare-for-the-future-20260513-p5zwaq.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 19:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Unification minister, U.N. human rights chief discuss inter-Korean ties, humanitarian issues

Snippet: SEOUL, May 13 (Yonhap) -- Unification Minister Chung Dong-young met with U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk to discuss human rights issues and Seoul's efforts to improve ties with Pyongyang, the ministry said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260513012200315

[2026-05-13 19:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Tax cuts collide with inflation as voters weigh Trump's economy

Snippet: Evan Duke, a 30-year-old bartender who lives in Raleigh, N.C., works at the Pearl & Peril, March 10, 2026, in the city’s Glenwood South bar district. (AP Photo/Bill Barrow)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-north-carolina-senate-big-beautiful-bill-09c3d170f57f56c74a7e4e35d6cf2dee

[2026-05-13 19:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: 2026 budget: A missed opportunity for First Nations people?

Snippet: Topic:Indigenous Australians

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-13/whats-in-the-2026-federal-budget-for-first-nations-people/106675724

[2026-05-13 18:54 UTC+10:00] [National disability insurance scheme] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australians may only be able to access NDIS if ‘all appropriate’ treatment options exhausted, documents reveal

Snippet: Exclusive: Sweeping overhaul expected to be introduced to parliament Thursday as Greens warn proposal is ‘extraordinarily alarming’

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/13/australians-may-only-be-able-to-access-ndis-if-all-appropriate-treatment-options-exhausted-documents-reveal

[2026-05-13 18:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: NT government accused of 'politicising tragedy' with child protection laws

Snippet: Topic:State and Territory Government

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-13/indigenous-groups-slam-nt-child-protection-law-changes/106674008

[2026-05-13 18:41 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Spooked investors could see house prices sink after big budget changes

Snippet: Investors are tipped to sink their cash into new apartments, townhouses and units under the Albanese government’s overhaul of property taxes, but spooked public sentiment could deliver a larger-than-expected hit to prices in the short term as people dump their holdings.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/spooked-investors-could-see-house-prices-sink-after-big-budget-changes-20260513-p5zwb4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 18:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Local Spain

Title: How Spain will pay owners of empty homes to put them back on the market

Snippet: The Spanish government has launched a raft of new aid packages to help property owners put their empty homes back on the rental market, from an extra €600 a month for renting them out at affordable prices, to €35,000 for renovation work.

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260513/how-spain-will-pay-owners-of-empty-homes-to-put-them-back-on-the-market

[2026-05-13 18:40 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee meets US, Chinese economic chiefs ahead of Trump-Xi summit

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/10737337

[2026-05-13 18:37 UTC+10:00] [National / Queensland] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Premier and romantic ministers referred to corruption watchdog

Snippet: David Crisafulli and the premier’s under-fire state ministers Amanda Camm and Tim Mander have been referred to the corruption watchdog, as the Opposition ramps up pressure on the government’s integrity standards.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/premier-and-romantic-ministers-referred-to-corruption-watchdog-20260513-p5zwk8.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 18:32 UTC+10:00] [South Australia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australia to feature in coveted Michelin Guide for first time

Snippet: South Australia to become the first state included as SA government inks deal with French company

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/13/australia-michelin-guide-stars-south-sa-restaurants-featured

[2026-05-13 18:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: King's speech live updates: Charles will lay out government agenda

Snippet: Watch live as King Charles III delivers the King’s Speech during the State Opening of Parliament.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/live/starmer-king-charles-uk-politics-updates-05-13-2026

[2026-05-13 18:28 UTC+10:00] [Politics] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Wes Streeting leaves No 10 after planned talks with Keir Starmer last less than 20 minutes - UK politics live

Snippet: A number of the health secretary’s allies called for the prime minister’s resignation but Streeting has yet to call for a formal leadership challenge

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2026/may/13/keir-starmer-labour-party-prime-minister-leadership-wes-streeting-kings-speech-latest-news-updates

[2026-05-13 18:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Gov't proposes strategy to boost competitiveness of shipbuilding industry

Snippet: SEJONG, May 13 (Yonhap) -- The government on Wednesday proposed an initiative aimed at boosting the competitiveness of South Korea's shipbuilding industry as the importance of the sector has grown amid global uncertainties.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260513009800320

[2026-05-13 18:25 UTC+10:00] [Australian military] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australian military plane to join efforts to reopen strait of Hormuz, as Marles leaves door open to sending more assets

Snippet: Defence minister says E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft deployed to Gulf in March will join UK and France-led defensive effort to calm Iran conflict

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/13/australia-strait-hormuz-wedgetail-iran-war-oil-crisis

[2026-05-13 18:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Magic Round to remain in Brisbane until 2032 after government reaches deal with NRL

Snippet: The state government has revealed the NRL's Magic Round will remain in Brisbane until at least 2032. (ABC News: Christopher Gillette)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-13/qld-nrl-magic-round-deal-contract-extension-until-2032/106676688

[2026-05-13 18:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Chris Mason: Why a quick meeting is overshadowing the King's Speech

Snippet: It is quite something when two blokes having a cup of coffee can generate more headlines and conversation than the King coming to parliament for the main ceremonial event of the parliamentary calendar.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn7p2yl8j73o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-13 18:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pasay City to close Diokno Blvd. as Senate rallies continue

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The Pasay City government and the Traffic and Parking Management Office (TPMO) on Wednesday advised motorists and commuters to avoid J.W. Diokno Boulevard as various groups continue to flock to the Senate following the Senate leadership shake-up and the attempted arrest of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/13/news/pasay-city-to-close-diokno-blvd-as-senate-rallies-continue/2342593

[2026-05-13 18:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Ghana MP detained in Netherlands over alleged $32m FBI probe

Snippet: Ghanaian Member of Parliament Kwame Ohene Frimpong has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, according to a statement from Ghana’s Parliament.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/05/13/ghana-mp-detained-in-netherlands-over-alleged-32m-fbi-probe/

[2026-05-13 18:03 UTC+10:00] [National / Queensland] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Age

Title: Metro expansion into suburbs dead in the water without federal funding, says lord mayor

Snippet: The Brisbane Metro will not be expanded into the outer suburbs without federal funding, according to the lord mayor.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/metro-expansion-into-suburbs-dead-in-the-water-without-federal-funding-says-lord-mayor-20260513-p5zwij.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: NSW premier attacks 'kangaroo court' after report into $37m grants scheme

Snippet: Topic:State and Territory Government

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-13/chris-minns-public-accountability-committee-report/106675206

[2026-05-13 18:00 UTC+10:00] [US news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: US presidential visits to China from Nixon to Trump – in pictures

Snippet: View image in fullscreenPresident Richard Nixon meeting Premier Zhou Enlai in Beijing, then known as Peking, during his historic visit over 21-28 February 1972, the first time a sitting US president had visited the People’s Republic of ChinaPhotograph: Sovfoto/Universal Images/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenNixon holds his chopsticks at the ready, flanked by Zhou and the Shanghai Communist party leader, Chang Chun-chiao, (right), at a banquet, 1972Photograph: Bettmann archiveShareView image in fullscreenNixon touring the Great Wall of China, 1972Photograph: Fotosearch/Getty ImagesShareView

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/gallery/2026/may/13/us-presidential-visits-to-china-from-nixon-to-trump-in-pictures

[2026-05-13 17:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (2nd LD) Lee meets Bessent, Chinese vice premier ahead of U.S.-China summit

Snippet: (ATTN: UPDATES throughout with details of Lee's meetings with Bessent, He; CHANGES headline; ADDS photo)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260513002852315

[2026-05-13 17:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alan Cayetano defends Bato, rejects senators’ surrender call

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano on Wednesday defended Senator Ronald dela Rosa, saying a resolution calling for dela Rosa to surrender was offensive.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/13/news/alan-cayetano-defends-bato-rejects-senators-surrender-call/2342568

[2026-05-13 17:49 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Development vs. nature: dispute over 2nd Jeju airport intensifies ahead of local election

Snippet: Leading candidates refrain from taking a clear stance, but civic groups urge debate on where they stand on the decade-long issue

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10737291

[2026-05-13 17:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Who could replace Starmer as UK prime minister?

Snippet: As rebellion reaches a fever pitch, here’s some names in the frame if Keir Starmer is forced out

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3353408/who-could-replace-starmer-uk-prime-minister?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 17:46 UTC+10:00] [House of Commons] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Who could replace Starmer as UK prime minister?

Snippet: As rebellion reaches a fever pitch, here’s some names in the frame if Keir Starmer is forced out

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3353408/who-could-replace-starmer-uk-prime-minister

[2026-05-13 17:45 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: National Police Commission ordered to promote Shani Abeysekara to DIG rank

Snippet: The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) today (13) ordered the National Police Commission to promote SSP Shani Abeysekara to the rank of Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) with effect from August 25, 2020.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/13/local/994269/national-police-commission-ordered-to-promote-shani-abeysekara-to-dig-rank/

[2026-05-13 17:45 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Minns calls for tobacco excise overhaul after $62 billion hole emerges

Snippet: NSW Premier Chris Minns has called for an overhaul of tobacco excise and policing of illicit cigarettes after the federal budget revealed a $62 billion collapse in revenue from legal smokes in just five years.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/minns-calls-for-tobacco-excise-overhaul-after-62-billion-hole-emerges-20260513-p5zwbm.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 17:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Jamie Dimon warns JP Morgan may rethink new London office if 'very smart' Starmer is ousted as UK PM

Snippet: JP Morgan may reconsider a planned multibillion-dollar office tower in London if U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is ousted, the bank's CEO Jamie Dimon said on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/jamie-dimon-says-jp-morgan-may-rethink-london-office-if-starmer-ousted.html

[2026-05-13 17:29 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul weighs role in US-led push to keep Hormuz open

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/10737271

[2026-05-13 17:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: UAE minister calls for halting attempts to disrupt commercial shipping in Hormuz

Snippet: SEOUL, May 13 (Yonhap) -- A United Arab Emirates (UAE) minister of state has emphasized any attempts to disrupt commercial shipping and attacks on civilians in the Strait of Hormuz must stop.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260513011000315

[2026-05-13 17:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Ruling, opposition parties rally support for 'judgment' in upcoming elections

Snippet: SEOUL, May 13 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's ruling and main opposition parties are making similar calls in rare unison for voter support that the outcome of the upcoming local elections will serve as judgment against the other side, political observers here noted Wednesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260513009200315

[2026-05-13 17:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Labor upgrades migration numbers by 55,000 in federal budget

Snippet: International students are the most common temporary migrants arriving in Australia. (ABC News: Cason Ho)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-13/one-million-more-migrants-expected-before-2030/106674228

[2026-05-13 17:12 UTC+10:00] [Business / Consumer affairs] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Leaving Australia is about to get more expensive after budget change

Snippet: Among all the big-ticket changes touted in the federal budget, the government has raised a little-understood fee imposed on travellers leaving the country, making international departures even more expensive as the war in the Middle East pushes up airfares.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/consumer-affairs/leaving-australia-is-about-to-get-more-expensive-after-budget-change-20260513-p5zwam.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 17:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: UK PM Starmer set to meet rival Streeting amid pledge to carry on governing

Snippet: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, fighting for his political survival after dozens of his own MPs called for him to resign, promised to press ahead with plans to reform the country before an expected meeting with his potential leadership rival Wes Streeting, the health secretary.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/13/uk-pm-starmer-set-to-meet-rival-streeting-amid-pledge-to-carry-on-governing

[2026-05-13 17:00 UTC+10:00] [David Attenborough] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: David Attenborough is not just a national treasure: he is also the most radical person on TV | Jonathan Liew

Snippet: The naturalist is venerated as a cuddly Paddington Bear, but he’s more than that. Don’t let the superficial backslaps obscure the political critique he makes

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/may/13/david-attenborough-most-radical-person-tv

[2026-05-13 16:55 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Prime Melwa Unveils World Class Marina Living at Port City, Colombo

Snippet: Prime Melwa Port City (Pvt) Ltd yesterday signed the Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Limited, marking a historic milestone in the realization of one of the most prestigious upcoming marina and waterfront developments at Port City Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/13/business/994262/prime-melwa-unveils-world-class-marina-living-at-port-city-colombo/

[2026-05-13 16:53 UTC+10:00] [Australian budget 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Your burning 2026 federal budget questions, answered – video

Snippet: How can Labor say changes to property taxes are a win for young people, when they also lock in boomers’ ability to negatively gear their investment properties? Why is the NDIS receiving such severe cuts? Guardian Australia’s business reporter Luca Ittimani answers these questions about the 2026 federal budget and more

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/video/2026/may/13/australia-budget-2026-questions-answered-tax-changes-capital-gains-cgt-negative-gearing-explained

[2026-05-13 16:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) Cheong Wa Dae vows to support dialogue for resolution of Samsung Electronics wage dispute

Snippet: (ATTN: CHANGES slug from labor minister-Samsung Electronics; RECASTS headline; UPDATES with Cheong Wa Dae's response; ADDS photo)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260513008751315

[2026-05-13 16:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Florida plans to close 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center - report

Snippet: Florida intends to shut down the controversial federal migrant detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz," the New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing a federal official and three people familiar with the facility's operations.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-895986

[2026-05-13 16:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Democratic lawmakers grill FBI’s Kash Patel over report alleging excessive drinking

Snippet: Democratic lawmakers on Tuesday pressed FBI Director Kash Patel over a media report that episodes of excessive drinking interfered with his ability to lead the premier US law enforcement agency, drawing an angry response from Patel.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-895989

[2026-05-13 16:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Local Spain

Title: Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

Snippet: Madrid leader accuses Spanish government of ‘abandoning’ her in 'violent' Mexico, Greggs to open branch in Spain, hospital admissions for zoonotic diseases have tripled in Spain in 15 years, and more news from Spain this Wednesday May 13th.

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260513/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-wednesday-82

[2026-05-13 16:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Whyalla steelworks remains 'fiscal risk' in budget as SA waits for freight bypass funding

Snippet: A view from near the blast furnace of the Whyalla steelworks in March 2025. (ABC News: Che Chorley)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-13/sa-federal-budget-reaction-whyalla/106675028

[2026-05-13 16:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Video: Israel passes law to execute Palestinians linked to 7 October attacks

Snippet: The Israeli parliament approved a bill on Tuesday to establish public trials and impose the death penalty on Palestinian detainees accused of taking part in the 7 October attacks.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/video-israel-passes-law-execute-palestinians-linked-7-october-attacks

[2026-05-13 16:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore’s Lawrence Wong urges global push for upholding international sea laws

Snippet: The prime minister warns of a direct impact on Singapore’s trade if the international law framework is weakened

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3353397/singapores-lawrence-wong-urges-global-push-upholding-international-sea-laws?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-13 16:40 UTC+10:00] [Ferdinand Marcos Jnr] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore’s Lawrence Wong urges global push for upholding international sea laws

Snippet: The prime minister warns of a direct impact on Singapore’s trade if the international law framework is weakened

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3353397/singapores-lawrence-wong-urges-global-push-upholding-international-sea-laws