[2026-05-07 23:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Trump rips $1,000 World Cup ticket prices, tells The Post: ‘I wouldn’t pay it either, to be honest’

Snippet: President Trump blasted sky-high 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket prices in an exclusive interview with The Post, saying even he wouldn’t pony up the $1,000 needed to watch the US play in the team’s opening game against Paraguay next month.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/07/business/trump-rips-1000-world-cup-ticket-prices-in-exclusive-post-interview-i-wouldnt-pay-it-either-to-be-honest/

[2026-05-07 23:32 UTC+10:00] [Europe] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Countries scramble to track passengers of virus-hit cruise ship

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/global-affairs/countries-scramble-track-passengers-hantavirus-hit-cruise-ship/

[2026-05-07 23:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Trump halted ‘Project Freedom’ Hormuz plan after Saudi Arabia cut off airspace, air base access: report

Snippet: WASHINGTON — President Trump suspended a plan to have the military escort commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz after Saudi Arabian officials warned Riyadh would not allow the US to use its airspace or air bases to support the initiative.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/07/us-news/trump-halted-project-freedom-hormuz-plan-after-saudi-arabia-cut-off-airspace-air-base-access-report/

[2026-05-07 23:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Two Singapore residents isolated, awaiting hantavirus test results

Snippet: Two Singapore residents who had been on board a hantavirus-hit cruise ship have been isolated as they await test results for the rare respiratory disease, Singapore's Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) said on Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/07/news/world/two-singapore-residents-isolated-awaiting-hantavirus-test-results/2338597

[2026-05-07 23:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Italy seeks thousands of Filipino nurses, eyes labor agreement on health workers with PH government

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Italy intends to recruit thousands of Filipino nurses to address healthcare workforce gap as it identified the Philippines as a key partner in meeting this demand, the Philippine Embassy in Rome said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/07/news/italy-seeks-thousands-of-filipino-nurses-eyes-labor-agreement-on-health-workers-with-ph-government/2338570

[2026-05-07 23:23 UTC+10:00] [Russian Invasion of Ukraine (2022)] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The New York Times

Title: Russia Ramps Up Threats Toward Ukraine Over Victory Day Parade

Snippet: Russia and Ukraine are trading threats and attacks ahead of Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day celebrations, seeding further anxiety about potential weekend violence in both capitals.

Read full article: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/world/europe/ukraine-russia-victory-day.html

[2026-05-07 23:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Chad declares national mourning after deadly Boko Haram ambush

Snippet: Chad has declared three days of national mourning after a Boko Haram ambush in the volatile Lake Chad Basin on Wednesday left two generals dead.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/7/chad-declares-national-mourning-after-deadly-boko-haram-ambush

[2026-05-07 23:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: First case of hantavirus diagnosed in Israeli after visit to Eastern Europe

Snippet: The first case of hantavirus has been diagnosed in Israel, Maariv learned on Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-895478

[2026-05-07 23:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Israel lacks long-term strategy as Iran, US near deal that would keep its hands tied - analysis

Snippet: As Iran and the US appear to be seeking an agreement that could see the Strait of Hormuz open and see Iran’s nuclear program addressed, it is unclear what Israel’s strategy will be in the future. Israel has been fighting a multi-front war since October 7, 2023. The Hamas attack essentially enabled Iran to coordinate a larger series of attacks on Israel.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-895473

[2026-05-07 23:17 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Mans Carpio plea to stop Sara Duterte impeachment case junked | The wRap

Snippet: Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/video/daily-wrap/may-7-2026/

[2026-05-07 23:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Somali pirates abandon hijacked UAE dhow due to dwindling supplies

Snippet: An Emirati dhow hijacked by Somali pirates last month has been abandoned in the Arabian Sea after the gang failed to use the vessel to attack other ships, security officials in Somalia’s Puntland region told the AFP news agency.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/7/somali-pirates-abandon-hijacked-uae-dhow-due-to-dwindling-supplies

[2026-05-07 23:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: UAE sets up national committee to document Iranian violations against country | The National

Snippet: The UAE has set up a committee to document Iran's acts of aggression and crimes against the Emirates.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/05/07/committee-set-up-to-document-iranian-violations-against-the-uae/

[2026-05-07 23:12 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Iran conducting near-daily prisoner executions in secrecy, say rights groups

Snippet: Families pressured to stay silent, with at least 24 executions reportedly taking place since March amid internet blackout

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/07/iran-conducting-near-daily-prisoner-executions-in-secrecy-say-rights-groups

[2026-05-07 23:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pangilinan, Hontiveros seek review of coco levy fund, press for more benefits for coconut farmers

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Senators sought a review of the implementation of the Coconut Farmers and Industry Trust Fund (CFITF) law or "coco levy fund" amid reports that coconut farmers have yet to benefit from the law.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/07/news/pangilinan-hontiveros-seek-review-of-coco-levy-fund-press-for-more-benefits-for-coconut-farmers/2338500

[2026-05-07 23:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Ivory Coast dissolves electoral body amid criticism

Snippet: Ivory Coast’s government has dissolved the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) after sustained opposition criticism over its handling of elections.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/7/ivory-coast-dissolves-electoral-body-amid-criticism

[2026-05-07 23:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: New York City real estate tycoon rips socialist Mamdani as ‘dangerous’ and anti-American

Snippet: Big Apple real estate tycoon Steve Roth compared Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s “tax the rich” rallying cry to racial slurs — as he ripped the socialist’s vendetta against the ultra-rich as “irresponsible and dangerous.”

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/07/us-news/new-york-city-real-estate-tycoon-rips-socialist-mamdani-as-dangerous-and-anti-american/

[2026-05-07 23:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Iraq announces major oil discovery in southern desert | The National

Snippet: Iraq has announced a major oil discovery in an exploration block in the south, with estimated potential reserves of 8.8 billion barrels.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/05/07/iraq-announces-major-oil-discovery-in-southern-desert/

[2026-05-07 23:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Why is the US seeking UN help to open Hormuz after undermining it?

Snippet: US monitors Hormuz tensions as shipping concerns grow, Rubio stresses 'defensive' stance

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/7/us-seeks-un-help-to-open-hormuz-can-its-resolution-succeed

[2026-05-07 23:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: BBC News

Title: Appeal after car drives towards Jewish children

Snippet: An investigation has been launched after a car drove towards three Jewish school children in north-west London.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy2dwpdxz8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-07 23:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Actress sues Avatar director for 'theft' of facial features

Snippet: Film-maker James Cameron and Disney are being sued by an actress who has accused the director of using her ​likeness as the basis for one of the lead characters in his hit film series Avatar.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93xnvng93vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-07 23:01 UTC+10:00] [Foreign Affairs] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: China hands 2 former defense ministers suspended death sentences

Snippet: A Chinese military court has handed two former defense ministers suspended death sentences following their convictions on graft charges.

Read full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/china-sentences-two-former-ministers-to-suspended-death-penalty/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-05-07 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Gov’t moving full speed for Barmm polls — Marcos

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday said that the national government is moving “full speed” toward the conduct of the first regular parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) on Sept. 14.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/07/news/govt-moving-full-speed-for-barmm-polls-marcos/2338502

[2026-05-07 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Cuba] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ‘An epidemic of flies, rats, waste and foul odours’: health fears in Cuba as US oil blockade halts rubbish collection

Snippet: As Trump ramps up pressure by cutting off fuel to the island, Havana’s refuse is rarely collected, forcing residents to burn it in the streets despite the pollution

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/may/07/rubbish-health-cuba-us-oil-blockade-waste-collection-fuel-crisis-havana

[2026-05-07 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war threatens next harvest, UN official says. Which countries are most at risk?

Snippet: As the Hormuz blockade cuts off vital agricultural inputs, Food and Agriculture Organization official views China as key food security partner

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3352718/iran-war-threatens-next-harvest-un-official-says-which-countries-are-most-risk?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-07 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Europe] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war threatens next harvest, UN official says. Which countries are most at risk?

Snippet: As the Hormuz blockade cuts off vital agricultural inputs, Food and Agriculture Organization official views China as key food security partner

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3352718/iran-war-threatens-next-harvest-un-official-says-which-countries-are-most-risk

[2026-05-07 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Kanye West takes stand in LA copyright trial: ‘People try to take advantage of me’

Snippet: Ye has taken his fight over samples used in his Donda album to a Los Angeles courtroom — and told jurors he’s being shaken down because of who he is.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/07/us-news/kanye-west-testifies-in-donda-album-trial-as-producers-seek-compensation/

[2026-05-07 22:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: CHR marks 39th anniversary

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vowed to remain committed to its mandate as it celebrates its 39th founding anniversary.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/07/news/chr-marks-39th-anniversary/2338482

[2026-05-07 22:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: The curious case of Shay Gal: Israeli arms company distances itself from Turkey critic

Snippet: Over the past year, Shay Gal has emerged as an Israeli writer consistently portraying Turkey as Israel’s next target across a range of publications, from Israel Hayom and The Times of Israel to Greek media outlets.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israeli-arms-company-says-turkey-critic-shay-gal-no-longer-works-there

[2026-05-07 22:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Private firms can help stop Western sanctions from ‘strangling’ China’s military: general

Snippet: The authorities should give companies a greater voice in civilian-military collaboration, Major General Zhang Zhan argues

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3352798/private-firms-can-help-stop-western-sanctions-strangling-chinas-military-general?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-07 22:57 UTC+10:00] [aerospace technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Private firms can help stop Western sanctions from ‘strangling’ China’s military: general

Snippet: The authorities should give companies a greater voice in civilian-military collaboration, Major General Zhang Zhan argues

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3352798/private-firms-can-help-stop-western-sanctions-strangling-chinas-military-general

[2026-05-07 22:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: OECD transport forum adds 3 members, recommends digital integration in freight, urban transport

Snippet: LEIPZIG, Germany, May 7 (Yonhap) -- The International Transport Forum (ITF) Summit, the world's largest annual gathering of transport ministers, on Thursday added three new members and adopted two policy recommendations this year aimed at strengthening resilience in the transport sector.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260507013100320

[2026-05-07 22:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 4Ps not to blame for power bill shock — Gatchalian

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said that the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) should not be blamed for the recent spike in electricity rates.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/07/news/4ps-not-to-blame-for-power-bill-shock-gatchalian/2338477

[2026-05-07 22:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: The illusion of a sovereign Lebanon: Why past agreements keep collapsing - analysis

Snippet: Negotiations with Lebanon represent an important diplomatic opportunity that could strengthen Israel’s security and reshape regional and, potentially, global stability.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/jerusalem-report/article-895257

[2026-05-07 22:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Strategy or madness? The EU is flirting with nuclear escalation

Snippet: By Ladislav Zemánek, non-resident research fellow at China-CEE Institute and expert of the Valdai Discussion Club

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/639564-strategy-madness-eu-nuclear/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-05-07 22:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Strategy or madness? The EU is flirting with nuclear escalation

Snippet: By Ladislav Zemánek, non-resident research fellow at China-CEE Institute and expert of the Valdai Discussion Club

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/639564-strategy-madness-eu-nuclear/

[2026-05-07 22:45 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Philippines plays peacemaker in Cambodia-Thailand meeting in Cebu

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/peacemaker-cambodia-thailand-meeting-asean-summit-2026/

[2026-05-07 22:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Major rail disruption expected in southern England until end of day

Snippet: Major disruption is expected on some rail services in southern England until the end of the day after an earlier radio fault, Network Rail has said.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgp8yjllx1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-07 22:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 400 law students apply for Ombudsman internship

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — About 400 law students applied for the Office of the Ombudsman's legal internship program.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/07/news/400-law-students-apply-for-ombudsman-internship/2338440

[2026-05-07 22:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Watch: Tenerife resident calls docking of hantavirus ship 'reckless'

Snippet: The MV Hondius is sailing towards Spain's Canary Islands where all passengers will be evacuated, after being anchored for three days near Cape Verde.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c4g8pexx029o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-07 22:34 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee calls for closer cooperation with Netherlands in call with Dutch PM

Snippet: President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday held phone talks with Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten and called for closer cooperation with the Netherlands in advanced technologies, his spokesperson said.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10733306

[2026-05-07 22:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: UK voters head to the polls in local elections

Snippet: Millions of people across the United Kingdom are heading to the polls in what is shaping up to be the most significant electoral test for Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s embattled government since it rose to power in a landslide victory in 2024.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/7/uk-voters-head-to-the-polls-in-local-elections

[2026-05-07 22:34 UTC+10:00] [World news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Pussy Riot protest and an Attenborough portrait in sand: photos of the day – Thursday

Snippet: View image in fullscreenNablus, West BankSamaritan worshippers gather on Mount Gerizim during the Samaritan Passover pilgrimage. Members of the community congregate at their holiest site to commemorate the biblical exodus of the Israelites from Egypt. Samaritan Passover typically occurs about a month after Jewish Passover, following the ancient community’s own distinct religious calendarPhotograph: Erik Marmor/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenLondon, UKA person holding the leads of their dogs as they leave a polling station.

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/news/gallery/2026/may/07/pussy-riot-protest-and-an-attenborough-portrait-in-sand-photos-of-the-day-thursday

[2026-05-07 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Suburban Rail Loop] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Almost $4bn more for Victoria’s contentious Suburban Rail Loop to be included in federal budget

Snippet: Additional funding for the costly 90km public transport project promised ahead of state’s November election

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/07/federal-budget-melbourne-srl-suburban-rail-loop-funding-transport

[2026-05-07 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Staggering amount SF-based Doordash is paying out to delivery drivers as gas prices choke California

Snippet: DoorDash is preparing to shell out more than $50 million this quarter to help drivers cope with soaring fuel costs as gas prices hammer consumers and businesses alike, with California emerging as a major pressure point in the nationwide crunch.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/07/us-news/doordash-is-paying-out-delivery-drivers-as-california-gas-prices-climb/

[2026-05-07 22:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: How worried should we be about hantavirus?

Snippet: The outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship carrying passengers from across the world is a situation that authorities say they are taking incredibly seriously.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c98r199e195o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-07 22:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Israeli army disables rocket-tracking system over Iran intelligence fears

Snippet: The Israeli army Home Front Command is denying access to a security alarm system for fear of Iranian infiltration, causing distress among northern Israeli communities, Ynet reported on Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israeli-army-disables-rocket-tracking-system-iran-intelligence-fears

[2026-05-07 22:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China vows action after EU cuts funding for green projects using Chinese inverters

Snippet: The commerce ministry warns the move will backfire on the EU, hitting its energy security and green transition

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3352796/china-vows-action-after-eu-cuts-funding-green-projects-using-chinese-inverters?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-07 22:28 UTC+10:00] [SMA] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China vows action after EU cuts funding for green projects using Chinese inverters

Snippet: The commerce ministry warns the move will backfire on the EU, hitting its energy security and green transition

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3352796/china-vows-action-after-eu-cuts-funding-green-projects-using-chinese-inverters

[2026-05-07 22:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: "Semi-Irrational Chase" Sends Futures To Another Record High, Oil Drops On Iran Optimism

Snippet: The global market meltup is rolling on. US stock futures inch higher, but are off session highs, with oil falling for a third straight day as traders waited for updates on a potential US-Iran peace deal that would reopen oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. As of 8:00am ET, S&P and Nasdaq futures were 0.1% higher, after the benchmarks notched back-to-back record highs.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/semi-irrational-chase-sends-futures-another-record-high-oil-drops-iran-optimism

[2026-05-07 22:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: RT News

Title: Bad faith: Pope mistaken for prank caller in bank mishap

Snippet: A bank employee hung up on Pope Leo XIV after the pontiff tried to change his address over the phone, according to an anecdote shared by a longtime friend of the Vatican leader and reported by the New York Times.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/639562-pope-leo-bank-call/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS