[2026-04-20 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Prospect of wet track no concern for David Hayes as Ka Ying Rising bids for 20th straight win

Snippet: Rain is tipped to hit the city in the second half of the week, but champion trainer is confident his superstar will handle it

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/racing/article/3350698/prospect-wet-track-no-concern-david-hayes-ka-ying-rising-bids-20th-straight-win?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 17:20 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: New Zealand declares state of emergency in Wellington as floods hit

Snippet: New Zealand has declared a state of emergency in its capital city Wellington as torrential rain and flash flooding drenched the country’s North Island.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/breaking-news/982423/new-zealand-declares-state-of-emergency-in-wellington-as-floods-hit/

[2026-04-20 16:57 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Red Metal strikes fertile system in WA Paterson Province

Snippet: Red Metal has burst into 2026 with a technically encouraging maiden drilling campaign at its Pulkarrimarra copper gold project in Western Australia’s red-hot Paterson Province.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/red-metal-strikes-fertile-system-in-wa-paterson-province-20260420-p5zpiv.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: New Zealand declares state of emergency in Wellington as floods hit

Snippet: New Zealand has declared a state of emergency in its capital city Wellington as torrential rain and flash flooding drenched the country's North Island.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly75d9zvj3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-20 14:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: New Zealand declares emergency in Wellington as record rainfall triggers flash floods

Snippet: Wellington had received 77mm of rain ‌in less than an hour, its heaviest rainfall on record

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3350675/new-zealand-declares-emergency-wellington-record-rainfall-triggers-flash-floods?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 14:26 UTC+10:00] [New Zealand] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: New Zealand declares emergency in Wellington as record rainfall triggers flash floods

Snippet: Wellington had received 77mm of rain ‌in less than an hour, its heaviest rainfall on record

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3350675/new-zealand-declares-emergency-wellington-record-rainfall-triggers-flash-floods

[2026-04-20 14:17 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Brace for sharp temperature drop Tuesday, as record-late cold wave advisory issued

Snippet: From record heat to cold wave, back-to-back extremes hit S. Korea this spring

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10721090

[2026-04-20 13:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Wild video captures hot air balloon with 13 aboard making emergency landing in California backyard

Snippet: Wild video captured a hot air balloon packed with passengers making an emergency landing in a leafy California backyard — leaving the homeowner completely gobsmacked.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/19/us-news/wild-video-captures-packed-hot-air-balloon-making-emergency-landing-in-california-backyard/

[2026-04-20 13:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Red-hot Ben Rice continues to impress in rare chance as Yankees’ leadoff hitter

Snippet: A different lineup — Giancarlo Stanton received a day off after starting six days in a row and Paul Goldschmidt started against a lefty as Ben Rice got a turn at DH — had a different leadoff hitter.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/19/sports/ben-rice-continues-to-impress-in-rare-chance-as-yankees-leadoff-hitter/

[2026-04-20 12:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Red-hot golfer Green blazes to third LA Championship triumph

Snippet: Hannah Green has continued her excellent run of form, winning the LPGA LA Championship in a play-off. (AP: Jessie Alcheh)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-20/red-hot-green-blazes-to-third-la-championship-triumph/106583240

[2026-04-20 11:22 UTC+10:00] [Photography] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: LensCulture portrait awards 2026 – in pictures

Snippet: View image in fullscreenLoving in DangerSingle winner first place.Photograph: Asafe GhalibShareView image in fullscreenWall of WigsJurors’ pick.Photograph: Tamar ShemeshShareView image in fullscreenTrustFinalist.Photograph: Liana KollShareView image in fullscreenHeirdomJurors’ pick.Photograph: Sasha MaslovShareView image in fullscreenTracing the cold veinJurors’ pick.Photograph: Will WarasilaShareView image in fullscreenJacqueline and PhilippeFinalist.Photograph: Michiru NakayamaShareView image in fullscreenYumaSingle winner second place.Photograph: James Clifford KentShareView image in fullscreenThe Boys.

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/gallery/2026/apr/20/lensculture-portrait-awards-2026-in-pictures

[2026-04-20 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China warns strong El Nino this year may worsen global fossil fuel crisis

Snippet: National Climate Centre says higher temperatures and extreme weather could create ‘damaging loop’ that hits the climate and the economy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350622/china-warns-strong-el-nino-year-may-worsen-global-fossil-fuel-crisis?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China warns strong El Nino this year may worsen global fossil fuel crisis

Snippet: National Climate Centre says higher temperatures and extreme weather could create ‘damaging loop’ that hits the climate and the economy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3350622/china-warns-strong-el-nino-year-may-worsen-global-fossil-fuel-crisis

[2026-04-20 09:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Jollibee Foods of Philippines acquires Korean hot pot chain operator All Day Fresh for 130 bln won

Snippet: SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- Jollibee Foods Corp., the leading fast food chain operator of the Philippines, said Monday it has acquired a 100 percent stake in All Day Fresh, the operator of South Korean hot pot chain Shabu All Day.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260420001800320

[2026-04-20 09:28 UTC+10:00] [Food / Eating out (Mel)] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Age

Title: Chef Rosheen Kaul’s hot new restaurant is here for a good time, not a long time

Snippet: Star chef and Good Food recipe columnist Rosheen Kaul is opening a new restaurant – for a limited time only.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/melbourne-eating-out/chef-rosheen-kaul-s-hot-new-restaurant-is-here-for-a-good-time-not-a-long-time-20260417-p5zouy.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-20 07:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: SnoCountry Mountain Reports

Snippet: LEBANON, NH ---- (AP) Latest snow conditions, as supplied by

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/general-news-e8e67762c42e97747d23220f8d108aa6

[2026-04-20 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: JBy Jacinta Counihan

Snippet: Jacinta Counihan is a reporter in the ABC South East NSW newsroom, based in Batemans Bay. She has worked in TV, radio and online in Sydney, Wagga Wagga, Central Coast and in the NSW snow fields. She is now chasing the sun and is hoping one day she will finally teach herself to surf.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/jacinta-counihan/105895042

[2026-04-20 06:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: 'Proper Autumn' forecast for Qld after above-average temperatures

Snippet: Clear skies are expected across most of Queensland in the coming week. (ABC News: Dominic Cansdale)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-20/weather-forecast-queensland-school-returns/106581272

[2026-04-20 05:41 UTC+10:00] [General Features] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: How to protect people from hot weather

Snippet: In March and April 2026, Sri Lanka is experiencing severe hot weather with “feels like” temperatures exceeding in some areas, prompting health warnings. Health and Mass Media Ministry Secretary Dr. Anil Jasinghe advised the public to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities, and wear protective gear, particularly warning vulnerable groups.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/20/features/981782/how-to-protect-people-from-hot-weather/

[2026-04-20 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Beat the heat at Abuan River Adventure and Ecopark in Isabela

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/20/regions/beat-the-heat-at-abuan-river-adventure-and-ecopark-in-isabela/2323508

[2026-04-20 01:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Hot streak for Folarin Balogun as American forward scores again for Monaco

Snippet: PARIS (AP) — American forward Folarin Balogun scored for the eighth straight league game as Monaco rallied to draw 2-2 with struggling Auxerre in Ligue 1 on Sunday.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/ligue-1-monaco-psg-lyon-dd5ab697f339642049fe5f6c2f792cfc

[2026-04-19 22:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: South Africa men and New Zealand women win the Hong Kong Sevens

Snippet: HONG KONG (AP) — South Africa broke its title drought in the Hong Kong Sevens when it won the final from defending champion Argentina 35-7 on Sunday.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/hong-kong-sevens-south-africa-new-zealand-9e98035f3c2dfe5ee29e6d2412e6fe7b

[2026-04-19 20:51 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Summer-like weather makes Korea sweat mid-April

Snippet: Rain forecast for Monday expected to cool temperatures nationwide

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10720512

[2026-04-19 19:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Spring flowers bloom early due to warmer weather and a wet winter

Snippet: Recent warm weather has encouraged the tulips at Hampton Court Palace to bloom slightly earlier than usual this year

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/weather/articles/cvg33dep3emo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-04-19 17:22 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Watermelon sales jump as early heat arrives

Snippet: As warmer-than-usual weather boosts demand for summer foods, supermarkets are looking to cash in with early watermelons sales.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10720443

[2026-04-19 15:54 UTC+10:00] [COMMENTARY] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Why economic security is central to U.S. national security

Snippet: While you wouldn’t know it from the recent U.S.-Israeli military confrontation with Iran, the latest U.S. National Security Strategy, made public in December, marks a decisive departure from the post-Cold War paradigm. It explicitly characterizes previous U.S. strategy — under which Washington assumed responsibility for global challenges — as fundamentally “misguided” and declares a retreat from its role as the dominant global power.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2026/04/19/world/us-economic-security-central-to-national-security/

[2026-04-19 15:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: UAE weather: Light rain and dust clouds forecast | The National

Snippet: The UAE can expect light showers in parts of the country over the next few days.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/04/19/uae-weather-light-rain-and-dust-clouds-forecast/

[2026-04-19 13:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why these 1980s Hong Kong crime movies produced by Tsui Hark are hidden gems

Snippet: The Big Heat and Gunmen, both released in 1988, are brutal action thrillers full of violence, brotherhood drama and intrigue

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3350298/why-these-1980s-hong-kong-crime-movies-produced-tsui-hark-are-hidden-gems?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-19 13:15 UTC+10:00] [The Big Heat] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why these 1980s Hong Kong crime movies produced by Tsui Hark are hidden gems

Snippet: The Big Heat and Gunmen, both released in 1988, are brutal action thrillers full of violence, brotherhood drama and intrigue

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3350298/why-these-1980s-hong-kong-crime-movies-produced-tsui-hark-are-hidden-gems

[2026-04-19 13:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Shin Ramyun made heat grow on Japan — now it's deepening the flavor

Snippet: After decades of growth in Japan, Shin Ramyun prepares new twists as Nongshim targets $330m in revenue by 2030

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10720342

[2026-04-19 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Cedric Mullins homers in 13th to lift Rays past Pirates 8-7 in rain-soaked game

Snippet: Tampa Bay Rays’ Cedric Mullins, right, celebrates on his way back to the dugout with Jonny DeLuca after his two run home run off of Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Yohan Ramírez thirteenth inning of a baseball game in Pittsburgh, Saturday, April 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Tom E. Puskar)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/rays-pirates-score-458ecca736f45dc82558a9806e922e02

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

Source: AP News

Title: Boston Red Sox delay Sunday's game against Detroit Tigers due to rain forecast

Snippet: Detroit Tigers’ Javier Báez (28) slides safe at home on a single by Kevin McGonigle as Boston Red Sox catcher Connor Wong, left, waits for the ball in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Boston. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/boston-red-sox-detroit-tigers-game-time-change-cdc95cb95ab54d745c3841a6704760df

[2026-04-19 09:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Another fair-weather day likely over PH —Pagasa

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The entire archipelago would again experience another hot and humid weather throughout the day, the state-run weather bureau said on Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/19/news/another-fair-weather-day-likely-over-ph-pagasa/2323357

[2026-04-19 08:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: 'I thought I might die': A Palestinian mother's account of Israeli detention

Snippet: Each night, Saeda al-Shrafi feels as though she is back in the cell: boots in the corridor, a headcount barked in the dark, the cold of Damon prison seeping into her bones.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/i-thought-i-might-die-palestinian-mothers-account-israeli-detention

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

Source: ABC News

Title: The quiet disappearance of Australia's rainfall observation network

Snippet: At 90 years old, retired WA farmer Frank Pritchard still checks the rain gauge every day. (ABC: Tyne Logan)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-19/australias-shrinking-rainfall-observation-network/106502184

[2026-04-19 05:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Sabres end playoff drought and seek to rekindle rivalry against Bruins

Snippet: Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram (4) celebrates his empty net goal with defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (23) during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in Buffalo, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/bruins-sabres-nhl-playoff-preview-c6b83705dbb7e6b7407981d5bc54f21d

[2026-04-19 04:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Rays-Pirates start time moved up due to threat of inclement weather

Snippet: PITTSBURGH (AP) — The start of Saturday’s game between the Tampa Bay Rays and Pirates has been moved up a half-hour to 3:35 p.m. because of the threat of inclement weather in the Pittsburgh area.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/rays-pirates-start-time-136d91f011be6fc069eb4aedb9e6b997

[2026-04-19 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Raptors' Immanuel Quickley out for Game 1 vs. Cavaliers due to right hamstring strain

Snippet: Toronto Raptors’ Immanuel Quickley (5) drives past Miami Heat’s Kasparas Jakucionis (25) during the first period of an NHL game in Ottawa, Thursday, April 9, 2026. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/nba-playoffs-raptors-quickley-cavaliers-9991528cf32d4c841f4669270ff5961e

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

Source: New York Post

Title: In coldest Dodgers game ever, Tyler Glasnow shows latest sign of growth

Snippet: DENVER –– This time a year ago, Tyler Glasnow failed a bad-weather test.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/18/sports/tyler-glasnow-shows-growth-in-dodgers-win-over-rockies/

[2026-04-18 23:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: 'I thought I might die': A Palestinian mother's account of Israeli detention

Snippet: Each night, Saeda al-Shrafi feels as though she is back in the cell: boots in the corridor, a headcount barked in the dark, the cold of Damon prison seeping into her bones.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/i-thought-i-might-die-palestinian-mothers-account-israeli-detention

[2026-04-18 22:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Record drought hits US, which is bad for food prices, fires and water

Snippet: Philip Anderson walks across a dry stock pond March 31, 2026, in Walden, Colo. (AP Photo/Brittany Peterson, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/drought-us-food-prices-wildfire-water-supply-3625f832e5122c988904fc66d39906f7

[2026-04-18 21:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Britain is turning into a Zionist police state to protect Israel

Snippet: By Tarik Cyril Amar, a historian from Germany working at Koç University, Istanbul, on Russia, Ukraine, and Eastern Europe, the history of World War II, the cultural Cold War, and the politics of memory

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/638628-britain-zionist-police-state-israel/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-04-18 21:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Britain is turning into a Zionist police state to protect Israel

Snippet: By Tarik Cyril Amar, a historian from Germany working at Koç University, Istanbul, on Russia, Ukraine, and Eastern Europe, the history of World War II, the cultural Cold War, and the politics of memory

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/638628-britain-zionist-police-state-israel/

[2026-04-18 18:16 UTC+10:00] [Australia women's rugby union team] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Wallaroos outmuscled by USA Eagles after wild weather delays Pacific Four clash

Snippet: Australia suffer 33-12 defeat to United States women in Kansas City

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/apr/18/united-states-australia-wallaroos-womens-rugby-union-pacific-four-report

[2026-04-18 17:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Costco worker reveals why baked goods are never sold hot — and the risk behind it

Snippet: Costco shoppers who stock up on croissants, bagels and pastries may have wondered why baked goods from the brand are never sold hot out of the oven — and they may finally have an answer.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/18/lifestyle/costco-worker-reveals-why-baked-goods-are-never-sold-hot-and-the-mold-risk-behind-it/

[2026-04-18 17:14 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Rain or shine, Jeju goes on

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/10720178

[2026-04-18 13:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Dodgers conquer snowy weather (and Rockies) as Max Muncy homers twice

Snippet: DENVER –– As snow fell from the sky and temperatures plunged into 30s outside, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts sat in his office at Coors Field on Friday afternoon and reminisced on the coldest game he ever played.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/17/sports/max-muncy-dodgers-win-snow-game-over-rockies/

[2026-04-18 12:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Massive Cosmic Test Shows Newton And Einstein Still Explain Gravity Accurately

Snippet: Authored by Neetika Walter via Interesting Engineering,

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/weather/massive-cosmic-test-shows-newton-and-einstein-still-explain-gravity-accurately

[2026-04-18 12:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Snow blankets Coors Field as Dodgers and Rockies face off in Denver weather

Snippet: As the grounds crew works around him, Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Santiago Espinal tosses a snowball at a coach while warming up to face the Colorado Rockies in a baseball game after a spring storm blanketed the intermountain West with a light covering of snow Friday, April 17, 2026, in Denver.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/dodgers-rockies-snow-dfb084efa542318a33d7ef5c55ec1d96

[2026-04-18 11:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Cold front to follow record heat across the East Coast next week

Snippet: A spring chill will return early next week, with some areas staying cooler through the end of April.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/17/us-news/cold-front-to-follow-record-heat-across-the-east-coast-next-week/