[2026-05-08 17:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Billion-dollar bets: Global investors chase Indian Premier League to ride booming cricket economy

Snippet: Indian cricket is increasingly becoming hot property for investors looking to cash in on the booming business of the wildly popular sport in the subcontinent.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/sports-ipl-rcb-rajasthan-royals-cricket-investing.html

[2026-05-08 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Hungary Returns Ukrainian Bank Cash & Gold Seized During Election Campaign

Snippet: Authored by Thomas Brooke via Remix News,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/political/hungary-returns-ukrainian-bank-cash-gold-seized-during-election-campaign

[2026-05-08 17:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Speaker blasts PPP as Assembly suspends push for constitutional amendment

Snippet: National Assembly Speaker Rep. Woo Won-shik on Friday suspended the process to amend the Constitution, as a deadlock with the main opposition party was expected to persist.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734028

[2026-05-08 17:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Syrian consulate opens in Jeddah after 14-year closure | The National

Snippet: Syria's Foreign Minister inaugurated its consulate in Jeddah after a 14-year closure during a ceremony attended by Saudi officials.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/gulf/2026/05/08/syrian-consulate-opens-in-jeddah-after-14-year-closure/

[2026-05-08 17:11 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Albanese declares ‘zero sympathy’ for ISIS brides as Yazidi community lives in fear

Snippet: Members of the local Yazidi community who fled persecution in the Middle East say they have been retraumatised by the high-profile arrival of four so-called ISIS brides, with community leaders calling on authorities to hold accountable anyone who enslaved or abused members of the minority group.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/albanese-declares-zero-sympathy-for-isis-brides-as-yazidi-community-lives-in-fear-20260508-p5zv4n.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-08 17:04 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Special envoy visits Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq to discuss Mideast conflict, bilateral ties

Snippet: A special envoy of South Korea's foreign minister has visited Kuwait, Bahrain and Iraq and met with officials to discuss cooperation in energy, infrastructure and other sectors amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, Seoul's foreign ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734007

[2026-05-08 17:03 UTC+10:00] [Global Risk-Reward Monitor] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Escalation risks rise as political centers weaken

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/05/escalation-risks-rise-as-political-centers-weaken/

[2026-05-08 17:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: PM holds ODA meeting focused on healthcare, cultural sectors

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Kim Min-seok presided over a meeting Friday to discuss how to carry out South Korea's official development assistance (ODA) over the next five years, including strategies for aid in the healthcare and cultural sectors, his office said.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508008100315

[2026-05-08 16:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Special envoy visits Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq to discuss Mideast conflict, bilateral ties

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- A special envoy of South Korea's foreign minister has visited Kuwait, Bahrain and Iraq and met with officials to discuss cooperation in energy, infrastructure and other sectors amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, Seoul's foreign ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508009100315

[2026-05-08 16:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: NT taxpayers to be hit with $75m bill if fracking project fails

Snippet: The Northern Territory could be liable to pay $75 million if Tamboran Resources, a key player in the Beetaloo Basin, defaults on its fracking plans. (ABC News: Hamish Harty)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-08/beetaloo-basin-gas-fracking-nt-government-budget-taxpayer-cost/106658938

[2026-05-08 16:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Mindanao strengthens air links with Indonesia for enhanced trade

Snippet: LAPU-LAPU CITY — Mindanao moves to expand direct air links with Indonesia while government agencies strengthen efforts to prepare local enterprises for regional trade under the Brunei Darussalam-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East Asean Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/08/regions/mindanao-strengthens-air-links-with-indonesia-for-enhanced-trade/2339269

[2026-05-08 16:33 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Presidential Commission begins preliminary investigations into coal imports, seeks public input

Snippet: The Special Presidential Commission of Inquiry appointed to investigate alleged irregularities and unlawful acts related to coal importation, electricity generation using coal, and connected activities from 2009 to April 16, 2026, has now been formally established, the Commission Secretary said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/08/local/991767/presidential-commission-opens-probe-into-coal-and-electricity-sector-irregularities-seeks-public-information/

[2026-05-08 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: BBC News

Title: Why Spurs fans face Arsenal dilemma

Snippet: Following wins over Wolves and Aston Villa, Spurs are looking to win three consecutive Premier League games for the first time since February 2025

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cy42l7jz7q2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-08 16:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: European stocks poised to open lower with Trump's EU tariff threats, UK election in focus

Snippet: European equity markets are expected to open broadly lower on Friday, after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened "much higher" tariffs against the EU.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/trump-eu-tariffs-uk-election-starmer-reform-uk-labour-stock-market.html

[2026-05-08 16:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Ruling party fails to push through constitutional amendment bill amid opposition boycott

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The ruling Democratic Party's (DP) push to put a constitutional change to a national vote in the upcoming local elections fell through Friday as the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) continued to boycott a parliamentary vote on the proposal.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007400315

[2026-05-08 16:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Plaintiff's lawyer describes Rebel Wilson as 'fantastical liar' in court

Snippet: Actor and director Rebel Wilson (second from left) is being sued for defamation by actor Charlotte MacInnes (centre). (Supplied: Federal Court of Australia)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-08/nsw-rebel-wilson-defamation-federal-court-closing-statements/106656830

[2026-05-08 16:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: RFK Jr.’s health department ordered withdrawal of studies showing vaccine efficiency - report

Snippet: In recent months, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) blocked studies demonstrating the safety of several vaccines, the New York Times reported Tuesday, citing a spokesman for the Department of Health and Human Services who confirmed the report.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-895470

[2026-05-08 16:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Bennett, Eisenkot, Liberman merger could secure 61-seat opposition bloc without Arab parties - poll

Snippet: A political party led by Naftali Bennett, Gadi Eisenkot, and Avigdor Liberman would win 47 seats, three fewer than the parties would receive if they ran separately, a Maariv poll published Friday found.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-895554

[2026-05-08 16:10 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Victoria] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Wilson pledges tax relief as union vows to fight public service cuts

Snippet: Victoria’s payroll tax would be slashed to match NSW and land tax progressively cut under the Coalition’s latest fiscal election pledge unveiled by Opposition Leader Jess Wilson.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/wilson-pledges-tax-relief-as-union-vows-to-fight-public-service-cuts-20260508-p5zv24.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-08 16:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea holds evacuation drill simulating political unrest in Georgia

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The foreign ministry said Friday it has conducted a simulation drill in Georgia for the evacuation of South Koreans in the event of political unrest as part of efforts to strengthen overseas crisis response capabilities.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007300315

[2026-05-08 16:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, government says

Snippet: A third British national has suspected hantavirus in connection with an outbreak on board the cruise ship MV Hondius, the government has said.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yr41vq2ero?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-08 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Television] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Wrestling With Trump is a fascinating look at how the Donald’s brash, bullying political style is inspired by WWE

Snippet: Comedian Munya Chawawa’s documentary is a compelling dive into the world of wrestling and its many links with the 45th and 47th US president

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/may/08/wrestling-with-trump-is-a-fascinating-look-at-how-the-donalds-brash-bullying-political-style-is-inspired-by-wwe

[2026-05-08 15:47 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Vietnamese President To Lam set to address Sri Lankan Parliament

Snippet: Vietnamese President To Lam arrived at the Parliament of Sri Lanka today (08) and is scheduled to address Members of Parliament, Parliament sources said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/08/local/991760/vietnamese-president-to-lam-set-to-address-sri-lankan-parliament/

[2026-05-08 15:45 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Bed shortages and border lines: Farrer’s health crisis goes to the polls

Snippet: In most federal byelections, the decisive issues tend to be familiar: cost of living, housing, migration, or the performance of the government of the day.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/bed-shortages-and-border-lines-farrer-s-health-crisis-goes-to-the-polls-20260508-p5zv2a.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-08 15:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Farage's Reform UK Storms To Historic Gains In Local Elections As Labour Collapses

Snippet: Reform UK is on track for historic gains in the 2026 UK local elections - seizing hundreds of seats in the early counts while Labour and the Conservatives suffer heavy defeats across England.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/farages-reform-uk-storms-historic-gains-2026-local-elections-labour-suffers

[2026-05-08 15:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Budget minister emphasizes renewable energy support, signals reflection in next year's budget

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- Budget Minister Park Hong-keun on Friday emphasized greater budgetary support for local renewable energy companies to help them strengthen their global competitiveness.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508006700320

[2026-05-08 15:33 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee, Carney discuss ties ahead of S. Korea's submarine bid in Canada

Snippet: President Lee Jae Myung held talks via phone with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to discuss ways to deepen strategic ties between the two countries, according to Cheong Wa Dae on Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10733890

[2026-05-08 15:30 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: My crossing with Tony Abbott rankled, but the Libs need his special talents

Snippet: You have reached your maximum number of saved items.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/my-crossing-with-tony-abbott-rankled-but-the-libs-need-his-special-talents-20260508-p5zuzk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-08 15:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Fuel price hike sparks concern across Benin

Snippet: Long lines are forming at fuel stations across Benin as motorists grapple with the impact of rising global oil prices and new government fuel rates introduced at the start of May. The Beninese government says the increase is necessary to stabilize national fuel supplies amid international market pressures linked to ongoing global conflicts.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/05/08/fuel-price-hike-sparks-concern-across-benin/

[2026-05-08 15:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Pope Leo XIV marks his first year, driven not by drama but by pastoral needs

Snippet: A flag from the United States waves in the crowd as Pope Leo XIV appears at the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica for his first Sunday blessing after his election, in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, Sunday, May 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/vatican-pope-leo-francis-trump-3e6070c6474d425b4cc6ee8e03ceafc7

[2026-05-08 15:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Energy crisis dominates Asean summit, forcing long-standing issues to back burner

Snippet: Southeast Asia is one of the worst affected by the global fuel crisis due to its high imports of oil and gas coming from the Gulf

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3352850/energy-crisis-dominates-asean-summit-forcing-long-standing-issues-back-burner?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-08 15:17 UTC+10:00] [Ferdinand Marcos Jnr] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Energy crisis dominates Asean summit, forcing long-standing issues to back burner

Snippet: Southeast Asia is one of the worst affected by the global fuel crisis due to its high imports of oil and gas coming from the Gulf

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3352850/energy-crisis-dominates-asean-summit-forcing-long-standing-issues-back-burner

[2026-05-08 15:16 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: DOST chief Solidum is highest paid Cabinet official in 2025

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/dost-secretary-solidum-highest-paid-marcos-cabinet-official-2025/

[2026-05-08 15:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: AFL grand final flight among travel costs repaid by Anika Wells

Snippet: Topic:Government and Politics

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-08/anika-wells-repays-travel-costs-afl-grand-final/106658202

[2026-05-08 15:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: North Korea unveils new long-range artillery system capable of striking Seoul

Snippet: I’m a staff reporter for The Korea Herald, covering national security and foreign policy across the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly. Before entering journalism, I served as an Air Force lieutenant, working as an interpreter and junior planner at the ROK–US Combined Forces Command.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10733868

[2026-05-08 15:08 UTC+10:00] [National / Victoria] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Melbourne men charged with sharing IS-inspired footage

Snippet: Federal police have charged four men after an 18-month investigation into the sharing of propaganda spread by terrorist group Islamic State.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/melbourne-men-charged-with-sharing-is-inspired-footage-20260508-p5zv3n.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-08 15:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Partial results show losses for Starmer’s Labour in UK local elections

Snippet: Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer and wife Victoria arrive at a polling station in central London, Thursday, May 7, 2026 to cast their votes in the local elections.(AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/britain-elections-labour-starmer-reform-farage-f17a122a0cfcc3595ef01f142517b0b6

[2026-05-08 15:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Breaking down what you can get out of this year's budget

Snippet: The WA government has given everyone with a driver's licence $100 in a budget measure to ease cost-of-living pressure. (ABC News: Claire Moodie)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-08/wa-budget-how-to-claim-cost-of-living-relief/106657878

[2026-05-08 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena found dead at Kollupitiya residence

Snippet: Kapila Chandrasena, former Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines, has been found dead at his residence in Kollupitiya today (08), Police said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/08/local/991754/former-srilankan-airlines-ceo-kapila-chandrasena-found-dead-at-kollupitiya-residence/

[2026-05-08 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Premier League predictions: Arsenal one step closer to title after beating West Ham | The National

Snippet: Liverpool's three-game winning run came to an end last week as they lost 3-2 at Manchester United, which leaves them in fourth place, but still six points clear of Bournemouth in sixth.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/05/08/premier-league-predictions-arsenal-one-step-closer-to-title-after-beating-west-ham/

[2026-05-08 14:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Thousands to celebrate as Péter Magyar prepares to take office in Hungary

Snippet: Peter Magyar, leader of the opposition Tisza party, waves the Hungarian flag following the announcement of the partial results of the parliamentary election, in Budapest, Hungary, Sunday, April 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Denes Erdos)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/hungary-magyar-regime-change-celebration-inauguration-orban-8a3b2a6acf7175d463e465567de894de

[2026-05-08 14:43 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘Ahead of my time’: Shorten takes negative gearing victory lap

Snippet: Former Labor leader Bill Shorten has claimed some credit for the Albanese government’s expected changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax breaks, while conceding he was “just a bit early” in taking similar policies to two elections.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/ahead-of-my-time-shorten-takes-negative-gearing-victory-lap-20260508-p5zv1k.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-08 14:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: ASEAN must stay 'agile' to address global headwinds, Marcos urges bloc

Snippet: ASEAN leaders pose during the opening ceremony of their summit in Cebu, the Philippines, on May 8. © Reuters

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/international-relations/asean-must-stay-agile-to-address-global-headwinds-marcos-urges-bloc

[2026-05-08 14:32 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Minister ordered to pay $10k over travel expenses scandal

Snippet: Property News: Australia's most popular suburbs in every capital city.

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/anika-wells-repays-over-ten-thousands-dollars-travel-expenses/845213d5-38ff-4641-ae19-88add627fc92

[2026-05-08 14:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Alarmed ASEAN leaders discuss crisis plan to mitigate backlash from Middle East war

Snippet: From left, Myanmar’s Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs U Hau Khan Sum, Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, East Timor’s Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao, Vietnam’s Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto, Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Manet, and Laos’ Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone hold hands for a group photo during the opening ceremony of the 48th ASEAN

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/asean-philippines-middle-east-war-50aa18310ef0f2476161880469d645bb

[2026-05-08 14:23 UTC+10:00] [Politics] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Politico

Title: UK elections 2026 — live updates

Snippet: Prime Minister Keir Starmer is braced for a tough weekend as results from Britain’s biggest set of elections since 2024 pour in.

Read full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-elections-2026-live-updates/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-05-08 14:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Migration to be linked to housing availability under Coalition plan

Snippet: Topic:Federal Government

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-08/coalition-migration-cut-tied-to-housing-availability/106629120

[2026-05-08 14:06 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Queensland] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Age

Title: Committee urges government to water down e-bike laws

Snippet: Queensland’s controversial proposed e-bike and scooter laws should be walked back to ensure they do not discriminate against law-abiding riders without a driver’s licence, parliament has been told.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/queensland/committee-urges-government-to-water-down-e-bike-laws-20260508-p5zv0q.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-08 14:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Mandelson: How decades of influence secured role as Starmer's man in Washington

Snippet: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been mired in scandal over the political appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, after the Epstein files revealed his close and enduring friendship with the late paedophile financier.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/peter-mandelson-how-decades-influence-secured-top-job-washington

[2026-05-08 14:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Govt eyes digital platforms to hasten delivery of its health services

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The government is considering the expanded use of digital platforms to speed up the delivery of health services to Filipino families in need of assistance, Malacañang said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/08/news/govt-eyes-digital-platforms-to-hasten-delivery-of-its-health-services/2339229