[2026-04-28 19:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Big tech hits back at Labor's news payment plan

Snippet: The government wants to charge a dedicated levy on the Australian revenue of tech giants unless they strike deals with news outlets. (ABC News: Stuart Carnegie)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-28/big-tech-hits-back-at-labors-media-bargaining-plan/106617532

[2026-04-28 19:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Lapid to be allocated 10 out of top 24 mandates in Together Party's Knesset list, sources tell KAN

Snippet: Former prime ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid have agreed to allocate 10 out of the top 24 spots on their new Together Party's joint Knesset election list to Lapid's Yesh Atid, sources told KAN Reshet Bet on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-894432

[2026-04-28 19:06 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul weighs response to US lawmakers over Coupang case

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10727691

[2026-04-28 19:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Top Jalisco cartel leader ‘El Jardinero’ arrested in Mexico

Snippet: Mexican special forces ​have arrested Audias Flores, known as “El Jardinero” and one of the top commanders of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), in the western state ‌of Nayarit, security minister Omar Garcia Harfuch said on Monday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/28/world-news/top-jalisco-cartel-leader-el-jardinero-arrested-in-mexico/

[2026-04-28 19:04 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Become a ‘Social Scientist’ Study at CINEC Faculty of Humanities and Education

Snippet: A dynamic learning opportunity awaits at CINEC thanks to a variety of Diplomas and Degrees, all of which are approved by the UGC and MoHE of Sri Lanka, opening a host of opportunities and still accessible for all aspiring students.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/business/986297/become-a-social-scientist-study-at-cinec-faculty-of-humanities-and-education/

[2026-04-28 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Foreign forces promote ‘lying flat’ messages to undermine China’s economy: MSS

Snippet: Foreign funding is behind the spread of a narrative that is intended to erode young people’s spirit and society’s values, ministry said

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3351681/foreign-forces-promote-lying-flat-messages-undermine-chinas-economy-mss?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-28 19:00 UTC+10:00] [lying flat] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Foreign forces promote ‘lying flat’ messages to undermine China’s economy: MSS

Snippet: Foreign funding is behind the spread of a narrative that is intended to erode young people’s spirit and society’s values, ministry said

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3351681/foreign-forces-promote-lying-flat-messages-undermine-chinas-economy-mss

[2026-04-28 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Law and Legislation] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The New York Times

Title: Ron Paul Saw The U.S. Mint’s Gold Problems Coming

Snippet: Long before he became a hero of the Republican Party’s libertarian wing, Ron Paul was a little-known Texas congressman with a fringe idea: He wanted to re-tether the dollar to gold.

Read full article: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/28/world/americas/us-mint-gold-program-ron-paul.html

[2026-04-28 18:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Netanyahu criminal trial returns after two months, testimony hearing begins

Snippet: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s testimony in his criminal trial began at the Tel Aviv District Court on Tuesday morning, after a two-month pause due to the war in Iran and security developments in the region.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-894423

[2026-04-28 18:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Kim Jong-un praises both fallen and surviving troops in message seen aimed at POWs

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/10727650

[2026-04-28 18:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Yen wavers near 159 vs dollar as BOJ keeps June hike option open

Snippet: Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama says Tokyo stands ready to take "strong measures" against speculative market moves. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Kazuho Fujiwara and Ken Suzuki)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/currencies/yen-wavers-near-159-vs-dollar-as-boj-keeps-june-hike-option-open

[2026-04-28 18:24 UTC+10:00] [Chinese government] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Alibaba’s plan to list Cainiao logistics hub as Reit will ‘unlock’ value, analysts say

Snippet: The Reit’s underlying asset will be Jiaxing Park, a key Cainiao logistics and fulfilment facility located in Zhejiang province

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3351692/alibabas-plan-list-cainiao-logistics-hub-reit-will-unlock-value-analysts-say

[2026-04-28 18:15 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Zaldy Co seeking political asylum in France – Malacañang

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/zaldy-co-seeking-political-asylum-france/

[2026-04-28 18:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: ‘Should be fired’: Why the Trumps want Jimmy Kimmel sacked

Snippet: A political and media dispute has erupted involving United States President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/28/should-be-fired-why-the-trumps-want-jimmy-kimmel-sacked

[2026-04-28 18:03 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Migrant groups file complaint over relief payments excluding foreign residents

Snippet: Migrant rights groups in South Korea have filed a complaint with the National Human Rights Commission of Korea, arguing that most foreign residents have been excluded from government relief payments intended to offset high fuel costs.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10727635

[2026-04-28 18:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Araghchi visit highlights Iran-Russia coordination during US-Iran conflict tensions - analysis

Snippet: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived for a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Russia on April 27. It is an important trip for the Iranian diplomat. It comes as the US and Iran continue to talk about talks to end the conflict, which the US and Israel began on February 28 with attacks on Iran.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-894400

[2026-04-28 18:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Iraq names little-known banker Ali al-Zaidi as PM after five-month deadlock

Snippet: Iraq’s chaotic and byzantine system of governance has finally moved to appoint a new prime minister. The decision comes 167 days, around five and a half months, after Iraq held elections in November 2025. The new prime minister-designate is Ali al-Zaidi, described as a businessman with a background in banking.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-894407

[2026-04-28 17:45 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Victoria] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Teachers to be offered 28 per cent pay rise in bid to avoid more strikes

Snippet: Victorian teachers will be offered a 28 per cent pay rise over four years by the state government, as it tries to avoid weeks of school strikes planned throughout May and June.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/teachers-to-be-offered-28-per-cent-pay-rise-in-bid-to-avoid-more-strikes-20260428-p5zrrk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-28 17:42 UTC+10:00] [Elections] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: Malta to hold snap elections in May

Snippet: Malta’s Prime Minister Robert Abela on Monday evening called a snap general election, citing a need for “stability” amid geopolitical turmoil.

Read full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/robert-abela-malta-to-hold-snap-elections-in-may/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-04-28 17:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Mali's PM urges public to remain calm during visit to victims of attacks

Snippet: Mali's Prime Minister urged the pubic to remain calm as he visited some of the injured in Saturday's nationwide attacks by jihadi and rebel forces.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/28/malis-pm-urges-public-to-remain-calm-during-visit-to-victims-of-attacks/

[2026-04-28 17:36 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: US calls Korea’s network fee policy ‘outlier,’ raises trade concerns

Snippet: The Office of the US Trade Representative has renewed criticism of South Korea’s network usage fee policy, calling it an outlier and one of the “craziest” foreign trade barriers facing American exporters.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10727598

[2026-04-28 17:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: UK to appeal High Court ruling that granted Palestine Action a victory

Snippet: London, United Kingdom – The United Kingdom is set to appeal the High Court’s landmark ruling that the government’s ban on Palestine Action was illegal.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/28/uk-to-appeal-high-court-ruling-that-granted-palestine-action-a-victory

[2026-04-28 17:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Protester who dumped shark heads at minister's office willing to go to jail

Snippet: Mason Jones, pictured in a shark costume, says a $1,750 fine will not deter him from further protest action. (ABC South West WA: Jacqueline Lynch)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-28/protestor-who-dumped-shark-heads-willing-to-go-to-jail/106617008

[2026-04-28 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Public-private alliance kicks off to foster cooperation in shipbuilding, shipping industries

Snippet: SEOUL, April 28 (Yonhap) -- An alliance for the promotion of balanced growth of the shipbuilding and shipping industries kicked off Tuesday, jointly led by the government and major companies in the sector, officials said.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260428008500320

[2026-04-28 17:26 UTC+10:00] [National / WA] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘Lipstick on a pig’: WA’s ‘Seven Cities’ regional housing plan panned

Snippet: A plan to inject more than 500 new houses into Western Australia’s Government Regional Officer Housing Program using money from the state’s biggest miners has been panned as an admission Labor had dropped the ball on regional development over the past decade.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/western-australia/lipstick-on-a-pig-wa-s-seven-cities-regional-housing-plan-panned-20260428-p5zrt4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-28 17:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Novartis CEO warns reality of Trump's drug pricing policy will set in over 'the next 18 months'

Snippet: Novartis' CEO warned Tuesday that the U.S. drug pricing policy under President Donald Trump poses a "very difficult situation" and the reality will soon catch up with both drugmakers and patients.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/novartis-ceo-stock-earnings-mfn-trump-drug-pricing-policy.html

[2026-04-28 17:15 UTC+10:00] [Australian media] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Tech giants face a new levy to pay for Australian news. What is the proposed model and how will it work?

Snippet: Replacing the Coalition’s news media bargaining code, the incentive is the latest move to force companies to make deals with publishers and help fund journalism

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/media/2026/apr/28/tech-companies-levy-australian-news-journalism-explained

[2026-04-28 17:06 UTC+10:00] [US politics] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Decoding America: Is the US’s political violence the worst it has ever been? – podcast

Snippet: In the wake of the shooting at the White House correspondents’ dinner, Donald Trump and the White House machine have come out fighting – blaming the press and the Democratic party for increased violence against politicians.

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/audio/2026/apr/28/decoding-america-political-violence-podcast

[2026-04-28 17:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Local Spain

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

Snippet: Spain marks one year since historic blackout, Princess Leonor to study politics at university, Spanish house prices prevent more than two million from moving and more news on Tuesday April 28th.

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260428/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-tuesday-77

[2026-04-28 17:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cignal Super Spikers file leave of absence in PVL

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Cignal Super Spikers officially announced that the team is taking a break in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) on Tuesday afternoon.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/sports/cignal-super-spikers-file-leave-of-absence-in-pvl/2329974

[2026-04-28 17:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Google signs Pentagon deal to provide AI models for classified government work

Snippet: Alphabet's Google joined a growing list of technology firms to sign a deal with the US Department of Defense to use its artificial intelligence models for classified work, The Information reported on Tuesday, citing a person familiar with the matter.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-894395

[2026-04-28 16:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Un-sanctioned: China to welcome Dutch trade minister amid Nexperia, ASML discord

Snippet: Source says Beijing has quietly dropped an old sanctioning of Sjoerd Sjoerdsma, who recently spoke of wanting to lead a Dutch trade mission to China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3351671/un-sanctioned-china-welcome-dutch-trade-minister-amid-nexperia-asml-discord?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-28 16:57 UTC+10:00] [Sjoerd Sjoerdsma] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Un-sanctioned: China to welcome Dutch trade minister amid Nexperia, ASML discord

Snippet: Source says Beijing has quietly dropped an old sanctioning of Sjoerd Sjoerdsma, who recently spoke of wanting to lead a Dutch trade mission to China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3351671/un-sanctioned-china-welcome-dutch-trade-minister-amid-nexperia-asml-discord

[2026-04-28 16:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: PM calls for practical projects for struggling youths

Snippet: SEOUL, April 28 (Yonhap) -- The government should come up with practical projects for youths, Prime Minister Kim Min-seok said Tuesday, noting that young adults appear to be feeling less affected by government policy than other categories of policy recipients.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260428007400315

[2026-04-28 16:38 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: N. Korea ‘most pressing challenge to the nonproliferation regime’

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10727534

[2026-04-28 16:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: BBC News

Title: Minister promises 'some form' of social media restrictions for under-16s

Snippet: The government will "impose some form of age or functionality restrictions" on social media for under-16s, Education Minister Olivia Bailey has said.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y7d2zx63jo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-28 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Gov't to pay 'fairness allowance' to public-sector fixed-term workers

Snippet: SEOUL, April 28 (Yonhap) -- Starting next year, the government will introduce a new allowance for fixed-term workers in the public sector who work less than one year and are therefore ineligible for severance pay, the labor ministry said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260428006800315

[2026-04-28 16:26 UTC+10:00] [National / Queensland] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘Stonewalled on every claim’: Rail staff reject pay offer, vow more action

Snippet: Queensland’s peak rail union has vowed to intensify its industrial campaign and has flagged possible strike action during the May 15 to 17 Magic Round weekend, after negotiations with the state government broke down.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/stonewalled-on-every-claim-rail-staff-reject-pay-offer-vow-more-action-20260428-p5zroh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-28 16:25 UTC+10:00] [National / Queensland] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Age

Title: Get Games ready: Sunshine Coast firms warned window is closing

Snippet: Small and family businesses on the Sunshine Coast have been urged to position themselves for a share of $2.5 billion in procurement tied to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with the Queensland government warning the window to prepare is narrowing fast.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/get-games-ready-sunshine-coast-firms-warned-window-is-closing-20260428-p5zrlb.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-28 16:24 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Government buying power key to AI race, says Korea's procurement chief

Snippet: Public spending repositioned as tool for industrial policy and competitiveness

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10727511

[2026-04-28 16:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: When will Chennai doyen MS Dhoni play in IPL 2026? | The National

Snippet: The Indian Premier League has passed the halfway mark and while the storylines have moved ahead at breakneck speed, one bit has lingered on since the start of the tournament.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/cricket/2026/04/28/when-will-chennai-doyen-ms-dhoni-play-in-ipl-2026/

[2026-04-28 16:24 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea overtakes UK to rank No. 8 in stock market cap

Snippet: South Korea’s stock market has climbed to eighth place globally by market capitalization, overtaking the UK, on the back of a strong rally fueled by semiconductor gains and policy support.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10727510

[2026-04-28 16:24 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Photo News] Seoul’s financial hub push

Snippet: Deputy Prime Minister Koo Yun-cheol (left) and American Chamber of Commerce in Korea Chairman James Kim shake hands after their meeting in Seoul on Tuesday. Kim stressed the need to strengthen competitiveness amid rising pressure from Singapore and Hong Kong, calling Korea’s potential MSCI upgrade a “critical opportunity.” Koo said the government is committed to advancing the capital market in line with global standards and implementing the MSCI road map to secure a “fair Korea premium,” with both sides agreeing

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10727509

[2026-04-28 16:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Russia, Iran to back each other ‘under any circumstances’, defence minister says

Snippet: Russia’s defence minister Andrei Belousov said Moscow and Iran would continue to support each other “under any circumstances” during talks with Iranian defence official Reza Talaei-Nik, according to Press TV.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/russia-iran-back-each-other-under-any-circumstances-defence-minister

[2026-04-28 16:19 UTC+10:00] [New South Wales politics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: After blows to his anti-protest laws, Minns considers retreat from ‘globalise the intifada’ ban

Snippet: The NSW premier, who was unequivocal in the wake of the Bondi terror attack, has now linked the fate of his state’s laws with those of the Queensland legal challenge

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/apr/28/nsw-anti-protest-laws-globalise-intifada-minns-ntwnfb

[2026-04-28 16:18 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Death toll after train crash near Indonesia’s Jakarta rises to 14

Snippet: ⁠Fourteen people have been confirmed killed and more than 80 injured in a collision involving two trains near the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, with rescue workers continuing efforts to free passengers trapped in the wreckage.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/breaking-news/986290/death-toll-after-train-crash-near-indonesias-jakarta-rises-to-14/

[2026-04-28 16:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Greek FM in Libya for talks on migration, maritime borders and economic ties

Snippet: Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis received a warm welcome in Tripoli on Monday as he arrived for talks with his Libyan counterpart, Taher al-Baour.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/04/28/greek-fm-in-libya-for-talks-on-migration-maritime-borders-and-economic-ties/

[2026-04-28 16:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: King Charles to address US Congress, urging unity in strained US-UK ties

Snippet: Britain's King Charles will address the US Congress on Tuesday with a message of unity between the United Kingdom and the United States, promoting the "special relationship" at a time of differences between the British government and President Donald Trump over the war with Iran.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-894384

[2026-04-28 16:14 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Former Lee aide to 'serve in the ranks' for ruling party after failed by-election bid

Snippet: Kim Yong, a confidant of President Lee Jae Myung, on Tuesday said that he would "serve in the ranks" for the ruling Democratic Party of Korea, following the party's decision to drop him in its selection of parliamentary by-election candidates.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10727492

[2026-04-28 16:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: King Charles III to meet Trump and address Congress in bid to spotlight UK-US ties

Snippet: WASHINGTON, D.C. — King Charles III will embrace some of Washington's most formal ceremonial trappings on Tuesday as he tries to emphasize a bond between the United Kingdom and the United States that is so strong it can withstand the political turmoil of the moment.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/world/americas-emea/king-charles-iii-to-meet-trump-and-address-congress-in-bid-to-spotlight-uk-us-ties/2329940