[2026-03-02 11:30 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Japan is betting big on AI. Few workers have used it.

Snippet: When Hayao Miyazaki was shown an artificial intelligence system capable of generating crude animation in 2016, his response was blunt: “I am utterly disgusted.”

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/03/02/japan/society/ai-awareness-japan-jobs/

[2026-03-02 11:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Philippine Cardinal urges prayers for peace

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—A Cardinal urged Filipinos to pray for peace amidst the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/news/philippine-cardinal-urges-prayers-for-peace/2290753

[2026-03-02 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Who is Vladimir Putin? | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Vladimir PutinVladimir PutinOverviewLatest NewsSee all knowledgeOverviewLatest NewsSUBSCRIBEVladimir PutinRussian president + FOLLOWRegister and follow to be notified the next time content from Vladimir Putin is published.Link CopiedRussia & Central Asia2 Mar 2026Long Iran war could hurt Ukraine’s defence, says ZelenskyMiddle East28 Feb 2026US says it used drones based on Iran’s own Shaheds in attack: ‘retribution’Middle East27 Feb 2026Trump puts fate of world’s top conflicts in hands of 2 menOpinion26 Feb 2026Don’t expect Russia’s war on Ukraine to end in its fifth

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/knowledge/people/vladimir-putin

[2026-03-02 11:00 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Round 2: House begins impeachment proceedings against Sara Duterte

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/video-house-impeachment-complaints-sara-duterte-february-2026/

[2026-03-02 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: No winner in Ultra lotto 6/58, Super lotto 6/49 draws for March 1

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — There were no winners in the Ultra lotto 6/58 and Super lotto 6/49 draws on Sunday night, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/news/no-winner-in-ultra-lotto-658-super-lotto-649-draws-for-march-1/2290752

[2026-03-02 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cryptocurrency: Latest News and Updates | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Policy to products: Web3 innovation takes centre stage at Consensus Hong KongSFC CEO Julia Leung Fung-yee announced that the regulator will greenlight virtual asset margin financing for clients with strong credit profiles.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/cryptocurrency

[2026-03-02 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | Top shipbuilding voice Li Yanqing rebukes Washington’s ‘China threat’ narrative

Snippet: China’s national shipbuilding association official calls US port fees ‘absurd’ and politically motivated, while asserting China’s market lead is solid despite global fluctuations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3345013/top-china-shipbuilding-voice-li-yanqing-why-us-industry-cant-be-rebuilt-overnight

[2026-03-02 08:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Iran pessimistic about FIFA World Cup after US air strikes

Snippet: Iran has qualified for the Men's FIFA World Cup, which is being co-hosted by the United States. (Reuters: West Asia News Agency)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-02/iran-pessimistic-about-fifa-world-cup-after-us-air-strikes/106404046

[2026-03-02 08:30 UTC+10:00] [United States] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Now is the time for China to show it’s serious about opening up

Snippet: The ‘two sessions’ is Beijing’s chance to demonstrate reliability as nations reassess their ties with China and the US in an increasingly fragmented global order

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3344883/now-time-china-show-its-serious-about-opening

[2026-03-02 06:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: T20 World Cup semis set after India survives major scare in Mumbai

Snippet: Sanju Samson produces a match-winning innings to guide India into the T20 World Cup semifinals. (Reuters: Sahiba Chawdhary)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-02/india-west-indies-south-africa-zimbabwe-t20-world-cup-super-8/106403846

[2026-03-02 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: 'Messy' Matildas happy with Asian Cup opener

Snippet: The Matildas were happy with their opening Women's Asian Cup win, but say there's plenty of room for improvement. (Getty Images: Paul Kane)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-02/womens-asian-cup-matildas-philippines-opener-perth-stadium/106403118

[2026-03-02 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Unbeaten SA down Zimbabwe to enter semis - DailyNews

Snippet: Skipper Sikandar Raza hit 43-ball 73 and took 3 for 29 but it was in vain as South Africa recorded 5 wickets win over Zimbabwe in their T-20 World Cup super eight fixture played at Arun Jaitley Stadium Delhi yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/02/sports/959870/unbeaten-sa-down-zimbabwe-to-enter-semis/

[2026-03-02 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Environment Minister visits India for Sustainable Development Summit - DailyNews

Snippet: Environment Minister Dr. Dammika Patabendi visited India from February 24 to 27 to attend the 25th edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2026, held in New Delhi.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/02/local/959687/environment-minister-visits-india-for-sustainable-development-summit/

[2026-03-02 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: St.Anthony’s feast draws 13,000 pilgrims from SL, India to Kachchatheevu - DailyNews

Snippet: The annual feast of St.Anthony at Kachchatheevu drew an unprecedented gathering this year, with authorities estimating an attendance of 13,000 pilgrims from Sri Lanka and India, far exceeding the initial projection of 8,000.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/02/local/959622/st-anthonys-feast-draws-13000-pilgrims-from-sl-india-to-kachchatheevu/

[2026-03-02 06:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Quick hits: Kerr makes difference, Fowler's class cameo and Lincoln cool in crisis

Snippet: It was a familiar and happy scene for Australia as Sam Kerr got on the scoresheet. (Getty Images: Janelle St Pierre)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-02/womens-asian-cup-football-matildas-philippines-quick-hits/106393338

[2026-03-02 05:30 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Australian child predator cops 20 years in a Timor-Leste jail

Snippet: Singapore: An Australian man trying to quash a conviction for child sex crimes in Timor-Leste ended up having his prison sentence almost doubled to what is believed to be the longest the tiny nation has ever handed down to a foreigner.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/australian-child-predator-cops-20-years-in-a-timor-leste-jail-20260228-p5o67z.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-02 05:19 UTC+10:00] [T20 World Cup 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Strongman Samson takes India past West Indies to set up England semi-final

Snippet: Samson guides India to five-wicket win to reach last four

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/mar/01/india-west-indies-england-t20-world-cup-super-8s-england-cricket

[2026-03-02 03:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cone to revisit Gilas offense after winless second window

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas coach Tim Cone plans to revisit the national team’s offense shortly after the Filipinos closed window 2 of the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers winless.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/sports/cone-to-revisit-gilas-offense-after-winless-second-window/2290720

[2026-03-02 03:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the .

Snippet: The PostMag Quick CrosswordMonday, 2 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-03-02

[2026-03-02 03:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Mini Sudoku.

Snippet: Mini SudokuMonday, 2 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-03-02

[2026-03-02 03:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the SCMP Cryptic Crossword.

Snippet: The SCMP Cryptic CrosswordMonday, 2 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-03-02

[2026-03-02 03:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Word Search.

Snippet: Word SearchMonday, 2 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-03-02

[2026-03-02 03:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Prioritizing execution

Snippet: THE Philippine economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of global headwinds. With projected GDP growth 5-6 percent in 2026 — above the global average — and a young, dynamic population, the country remains one of Southeast Asia’s most promising investment destinations and an indispensable partner for Europe.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/business/top-business/prioritizing-execution/2290657

[2026-03-02 03:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The journey toward e-invoicing

Snippet: BY the end of 2026, electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) will redefine how businesses in the Philippines comply with tax obligations. More than a regulatory milestone, it marks a pivotal moment in the country’s digital transformation — one that enhances efficiency, increases transparency and fuels strategic growth.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/business/top-business/the-journey-toward-e-invoicing/2290651

[2026-03-02 03:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Unofficial' talks on plastic pollution treaty to begin in Japan

Snippet: TOKYO — Delegates from around 20 countries will hold three days of “informal” talks in Japan from Sunday aimed at salvaging efforts towards a landmark global treaty on plastic pollution.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/world/asia-oceania/unofficial-talks-on-plastic-pollution-treaty-to-begin-in-japan/2290684

[2026-03-02 03:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Chinese import expansion or trade and GDP shock — that’s the PH question

Snippet: IN 2026, Chinese import growth will continue to expand and support world trade prospects. But if geopolitics escalates, the Philippines risks its China-fueled Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) supply chain position, and could face major trade and gross domestic product (GDP) losses.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/opinion/columns/chinese-import-expansion-or-trade-and-gdp-shock-thats-the-ph-question/2290627

[2026-03-02 03:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: China aims to shift power balance in region

Snippet: A NATIONAL security expert believes China’s actions in the West Philippine Sea are not mere diplomatic reactions, but a deliberate strategy to shift the regional balance of power in its favor.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/news/national/china-aims-to-shift-power-balance-in-region/2290689

[2026-03-02 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 6 killed as Shiites storm US consulate in Pakistan

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/world/asia-oceania/6-killed-as-shiites-storm-us-consulate-in-pakistan/2290681

[2026-03-02 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Thousands protest in Indian Kashmir at death of Khamenei

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/world/asia-oceania/thousands-protest-in-indian-kashmir-at-death-of-khamenei/2290683

[2026-03-02 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Blast at India explosives factory kills 17

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/world/asia-oceania/blast-at-india-explosives-factory-kills-17/2290682

[2026-03-02 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Women's cricket great Healy ends her ODI career with 158 for Australia

Snippet: Australia’s captain Alyssa Healy walks off the field during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup match between India and Australia at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, India, Oct. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi, file)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/women-cricket-healy-odi-india-030ba3945a482d78c2e79afd5894a918

[2026-03-02 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Other Sport | South China Morning Post

Snippet: LCK star Faker’s absence from Hong Kong hits ticket resale value on CarousellSouth Korean and his T1 team failed to qualify for the tournament, leading to a drop in prices of tickets in the secondary market.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport

[2026-03-02 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sun Yingsha wins Singapore Smash title for third time, Wang Chuqin reclaims crown

Snippet: Chinese world No 1 Sun defeats compatriot Wang Manyu in seesawing battle, while fellow top player Wang wins more convincingly

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3345052/sun-yingsha-wins-singapore-smash-third-time-while-wang-chuqin-reclaims-his-crown

[2026-03-02 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why China’s ties with Iran will endure despite death of Khamenei

Snippet: Killing of Iranian supreme leader has sparked turmoil and triggered talk about an ideological shift to the West

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345051/khamenei-dead-chinas-ties-iran-will-endure-heres-why

[2026-03-02 01:12 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Filipino caregiver in Israel killed during airstrike

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/overseas-filipinos/filipino-caregiver-israel-killed-airstrike-middle-east-march-1-2026/

[2026-03-02 01:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Milan Cortina: Meet the multi-sport athletes of the Summer and Winter Paralympic Games

Snippet: Oksana Masters of the U.S. competes during the women’s middle distance sitting event of para cross country skiing at the 2022 Winter Paralympics, March 12, 2022, in Zhangjiakou, China. (AP Photo/Shuji Kajiyama, file)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/oksana-masters-milan-cortina-paralympics-898759e92748369fd511a6d9826fb7e2

[2026-03-02 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Women's Asian Cup 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Sam Kerr made a statement with her leaping header – the Matildas’ leader is back

Snippet: Australia’s captain scored with a precise, powerful finish befitting a striker of her calibre – and 851 days since her last goal, this one meant a lot

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/mar/02/matildas-sam-kerr-australia-philippines-football-womens-asian-cup

[2026-03-02 01:00 UTC+10:00] [European Union] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is Europe, the world’s geopolitical punching bag, ready to hit back at the US and China?

Snippet: The EU could land a range of economic blows if it wants to be more than a lightweight, researchers say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345028/europe-worlds-geopolitical-punching-bag-ready-hit-back-us-and-china

[2026-03-02 00:15 UTC+10:00] [America] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China always ends up winning when the United States goes to war (with others)

Snippet: Iran may prove another costly mistake for Washington as its global standing sinks even further, however the conflict turns out

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3345045/china-always-ends-winning-when-united-states-goes-war-others

[2026-03-02 00:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Indian authorities crackdown on protests in Kashmir

Snippet: Tens of thousands of people took to the streets in India-controlled Kashmir to protest and mourn the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/indian-authorities-crackdown-protests-kashmir

[2026-03-02 00:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Honor debuts robot phone and humanoid companion in push into AI hardware

Snippet: Robot phone – featuring motorised arm that tracks motion and interacts with users through camera movement – unveiled ahead of MWC Barcelona

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3345042/chinas-honor-debuts-robot-phone-and-humanoid-companion-push-ai-hardware

[2026-03-01 23:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Australia blows past Gilas, stays perfect in FIBA World Cup qualifiers

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Australia dominated on both ends of the floor, while relying on crisp passing and solid outside shooting to shoot down Gilas Pilipinas, 93-66 in their FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers against window 2 on Sunday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/01/sports/australia-blows-past-gilas-stays-perfect-in-fiba-world-cup-qualifiers/2290658

[2026-03-01 23:30 UTC+10:00] [Olivia McDaniel] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Women’s Asian Cup: Sam Kerr heads winner as hosts Australia beat Philippines in opener

Snippet: Captain’s first-half goal enough for rusty Matildas team to get their campaign off to winning start against plucky but outmatched opponents

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3345040/womens-asian-cup-sam-kerr-heads-winner-hosts-australia-beat-philippines-opener

[2026-03-01 23:30 UTC+10:00] [Donald Trump] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s rightward shift puts it on a collision course with China

Snippet: Any attempt by the Takaichi administration to revise the constitution and re-arm the country will ignite fierce opposition from Beijing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3344382/japans-rightward-shift-puts-it-collision-course-china

[2026-03-01 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Hotel Cozi Oasis] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China Resources subsidiary acquires Hong Kong hotel for student housing project

Snippet: CR Longdation buys Kwai Chung hotel for US$122 million and plans 900-bed facility as non-local student numbers continue to rise

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3345026/china-resources-subsidiary-acquires-hong-kong-hotel-student-housing-project

[2026-03-01 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: What will first Type 055 destroyers for PLA East China Fleet mean for Taiwan?

Snippet: Two of the guided-missile destroyers with hull numbers assigned have been spotted at a naval base on the East China Sea coast

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3345025/what-will-first-type-055-destroyers-pla-east-china-fleet-mean-taiwan

[2026-03-01 22:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PSC, BCDA team up to turn Baguio’s John Hay into premiere sports tourism hub

Snippet: BAGUIO CITY, Philippines —A new chapter in Philippine sports development has begun in the mountains of the Cordillera as the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) formalized their partnership to build the John Hay Sports Center inside Camp John Hay here.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/01/sports/psc-bcda-team-up-to-turn-baguios-john-hay-into-premiere-sports-tourism-hub/2290629

[2026-03-01 22:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: UAAP: Lady Tamaraws survive pesky Lady Falcons

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Far Eastern University (FEU) eked out a thrilling four-set win over Adamson, 22-25, 30-28, 25-17, 25-20, in the UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball tournament Sunday at the Araneta Coliseum.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/01/sports/uaap-lady-tamaraws-survive-pesky-lady-falcons/2290628

[2026-03-01 22:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: How the internet reacted to Matildas 1-0 win over Philippines

Snippet: By Evan Morgan Grahame

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-01/how-the-internet-reacted-to-the-matildas-v-philippines/106402566

[2026-03-01 22:47 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Tindig Pilipinas backs clergy’s complaint to fast-track Sara Duterte impeachment

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/tindig-pilipinas-support-clergy-impeachment-complaint-sara-duterte/