[2026-03-02 20:40 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Trump’s strike on Iran hits China where it hurts

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/trumps-strike-on-iran-hits-china-where-it-hurts/

[2026-03-02 20:30 UTC+10:00] [BC Rangers] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet the Hong Kong footballer balancing a passion for nursing with chasing China dream

Snippet: Tai Po forward Lee Lok-him eyes a shot at playing on the mainland, in between working on geriatric ward at Princess Margaret Hospital

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3345087/meet-hong-kong-footballer-balancing-passion-nursing-chasing-china-dream

[2026-03-02 20:30 UTC+10:00] [terrorism] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Taliban’s only hope for peace with Pakistan is renouncing terrorism

Snippet: Working with neighbours to combat terror groups operating in Afghanistan will ensure peace and improve the Taliban’s international standing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3345086/why-talibans-only-hope-peace-pakistan-renouncing-terrorism

[2026-03-02 20:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Hisense Leads Global TV Shipments in 2025 Across 100-Inch+ and Laser TVs

Snippet: QINGDAO, China, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, has reaffirmed its leadership in the global large-screen TV market. According to Omdia's full-year 2025 global shipment data, Hisense ranked No. 1 worldwide in the 100-inch-and-above TV segment for three consecutive years (2023–2025), with global shipment share reaching 57.1% in 2025.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685155

[2026-03-02 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Family & Relationships | South China Morning Post

Snippet: A funny text, coffee in bed, holding hands: why the little things count in loveValentine’s Day is traditionally a time of romantic dinners, gifts and flowers, but experts say there are many more ways to show love.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/family-relationships

[2026-03-02 20:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Senators visit the Oilers after Batherson's 2-goal game

Snippet: Ottawa Senators (29-22-8, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Edmonton Oilers (29-24-8, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/edmonton-oilers-ottawa-senators-drake-batherson-toronto-maple-leafs-84f418ea4c8d4cebbda306f5df2f4454

[2026-03-02 20:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Sabres host the Golden Knights on 3-game win streak

Snippet: Vegas Golden Knights (28-18-14, in the Pacific Division) vs. Buffalo Sabres (35-19-6, in the Atlantic Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/vegas-golden-knights-buffalo-sabres-5adbf16b49454dcb816dd84e1c9207d2

[2026-03-02 20:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Canadiens play the Sharks following Caufield's 2-goal game

Snippet: Montreal Canadiens (33-17-9, in the Atlantic Division) vs. San Jose Sharks (29-25-4, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/cole-caufield-montreal-canadiens-san-jose-sharks-washington-capitals-469e298ec46446d58da3049781117ce9

[2026-03-02 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China supply chain expo set to welcome more US firms, launch AI section

Snippet: Amid trade tensions, China Council for the Promotion of International Trade describes business communities as a ‘bridge’ for exchanges

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345131/china-supply-chain-expo-set-welcome-more-us-firms-june-launch-ai-section

[2026-03-02 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Friend to all, foe to none: Iran war tests India’s Middle East balancing act

Snippet: New Delhi has long prided itself on being friends with everyone in the Middle East. The killing of Khamenei just made that much harder

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3345120/iran-conflict-puts-indias-cherished-middle-east-neutrality-test

[2026-03-02 19:53 UTC+10:00] [Insein Prison] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Myanmar convicts charged as ‘terrorists’ by junta freed in mass amnesty

Snippet: Activists and armed groups fighting the junta have been labelled ‘terrorist’ outfits, and punished with life prison terms and possible death sentences

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3345128/myanmar-convicts-charged-terrorists-junta-freed-mass-amnesty

[2026-03-02 19:45 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘What a joke’: Family of Australian shot dead in Bali told to come back next week

Snippet: Bali: The family of slain Australian Zivan Radmanovic is furious at travelling to Bali for the court verdicts on three men accused over a fatal ambush at a luxury villa last year, only to be told proceedings had been postponed until next week.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/what-a-joke-family-of-australian-shot-dead-in-bali-told-to-come-back-next-week-20260302-p5o6nz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-02 19:45 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Trump’s removal of another Xi friend complicates planned summit

Snippet: One month before Chinese President Xi Jinping and Donald Trump are set to convene at a much-touted summit in Beijing, the US leader’s toppling of another friend of China risks stoking tensions between the world’s biggest economies.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/trump-s-removal-of-another-xi-friend-complicates-planned-summit-20260302-p5o6qi.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-02 19:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: India and Canada agree to boost economic partnership in a move to reset ties

Snippet: Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, meets Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, Monday, March 2, 2026. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/india-canada-trade-modi-carney-632cf32892560ab18a72e67f39df6c15

[2026-03-02 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Shangpu Group Issues Market Position Statement Recognizing SALIAI's Patented Cellular Essence Global Pioneer

Snippet: BEIJING and GUANGZHOU, China, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SALIAI ("Guangzhou SALIAI Stem Cell Science and Technology Co., Ltd." and "Guangzhou SALIAI Biological Gene Engineering Co., Ltd.," collectively referred to as "SALIAI") is a China-based biotechnology company engaged in stem cell research and related commercial applications. The Company states that it was the first stem cell-focused company quoted on the National Equities Exchange and Quotations (NEEQ), China's New Third Board market.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685138

[2026-03-02 19:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee taps 4-term ruling party lawmaker to head Budget Ministry

Snippet: President Lee Jae Myung has nominated Rep. Park Hong-keun, a four-term lawmaker and former floor leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, as the inaugural Minister of Planning and Budget.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685133

[2026-03-02 19:01 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul steps up emergency response as Iran crisis deepens

Snippet: South Korea is heightening its emergency response posture as tensions escalate in the Middle East, with the government convening a series of high-level meetings to assess the impact on Korean nationals and national security.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685128

[2026-03-02 19:00 UTC+10:00] [UBS] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Top Chinese officials, industry leaders may discuss capping EV output at ‘two sessions’

Snippet: As China’s EV industry faces slowing growth, officials may discuss capping output and boosting tech innovation to combat price wars

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3344899/top-chinese-officials-industry-leaders-may-discuss-capping-ev-output-two-sessions

[2026-03-02 18:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: China calls for ceasefire, diplomacy to end Middle East conflict

Snippet: China called on Monday for a ceasefire and diplomatic talks to end the conflict in the Middle East as it stretched into a third day.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/china-calls-ceasefire-diplomacy-end-middle-east-conflict

[2026-03-02 18:53 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Huawei holds global debut for AI computing clusters in challenge to Nvidia

Snippet: US-sanctioned Huawei Technologies brings ‘world’s most powerful’ AI compute systems to an international audience at MWC Barcelona 2026

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3345064/huawei-holds-global-debut-ai-computing-clusters-challenge-nvidia

[2026-03-02 18:44 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korean dance crew The Stories takes home Vibe Dance championship

Snippet: The Korea-based dance crew The Stories took first place Sunday at the 2026 Vibe Dance Competition in California, organizers said.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685123

[2026-03-02 18:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Central Phuket Unveils US$836 Million Expansion to Drive Phuket's Transformation into a Global Luxury Living and Investment Hub

Snippet: PHUKET, Thailand, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Central Pattana Plc., the retail-led real estate arm of Central Group—a multi-format retail, real estate, and hospitality conglomerate with a presence across Asia and Europe—has announced an approximately US$836 million expansion of Central Phuket, underscoring Phuket's structural shift toward becoming a global luxury living and investment hub.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685112

[2026-03-02 18:19 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: LIST: Contact numbers, hotlines for Filipinos in the Middle East

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/list-contact-numbers-hotlines-details-filipinos-middle-east/

[2026-03-02 18:19 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: LIST: Contact numbers, hotlines for Filipinos in the Middle East

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/list-contact-numbers-hotlines-details-middle-east/

[2026-03-02 18:17 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: China’s cheap AI designed to hook the world on its tech

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/chinas-cheap-ai-designed-to-hook-the-world-on-its-tech/

[2026-03-02 18:16 UTC+10:00] [Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Thailand’s workers in Israel hunker down as Iran strikes targets across Gulf

Snippet: Bangkok has been here before: 46 Thais died in the Hamas assault that started the Gaza war. Now it fears history may be repeating

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3345108/thailands-workers-israel-hunker-down-iran-strikes-targets-across-gulf

[2026-03-02 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s AI power play: Beijing banks on clean-energy boom to triumph over US

Snippet: Ex-finance official Zhu Guangyao says abundant energy supply gives the nation a critical edge in AI, as ‘electricity is computing power’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3345106/chinas-ai-power-play-beijing-banks-clean-energy-boom-triumph-over-us

[2026-03-02 17:54 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: 2 out of 4 complaints vs VP Sara survive Day 1 of impeach proceedings

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/sara-duterte-impeachment-complaints-pass-form-test-march-2-2026/

[2026-03-02 17:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: CIFF Guangzhou 2026: CIFM/interzum guangzhou 2026 to Connect Global Supply Chains

Snippet: GUANGZHOU, China, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From March 18 to 21, 28 to 31, the 57th China International Furniture Fair (CIFF Guangzhou) will be held in Guangzhou under the theme "CONNECT•CREATE." As a key exhibition of the fair, CIFM / interzum guangzhou will take place from March 28-31 with the theme "Connect the World," positioning itself as a global platform that efficiently links industrial chain resources and presents the upgraded and innovative home supply chain to an international audience.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685105

[2026-03-02 17:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Oil prices surge, Asian stocks fall over Iran conflict

Snippet: Oil prices soared and stocks fell in Asia on Monday on the back of turmoil in the Middle East after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with the vital Strait of Hormuz effectively shut and several ships attacked.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/02/oil-prices-surge-asian-stocks-fall-over-iran-conflict/

[2026-03-02 17:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: 17 Years of PT SMI: Strengthening Transformation as a DFI and a Catalyst for National Development

Snippet: JAKARTA, Indonesia, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur (Persero) ("PT SMI") celebrate its 17th anniversary on February 26, 2026. In nearly two decades, PT SMI has continued to strengthen its role as a Special Mission Vehicle (SMV) under the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Indonesia while also transforming into a Development Finance Institution (DFI).

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685092

[2026-03-02 17:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Elite U-23 stars lead charge in 5150 Guimaras

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The country’s rising triathlon stars take center stage as Filipino elite standouts Erika Burgos, Joshua Ramos, Kim Remolino and Matthew Hermosa headline the inaugural 5150 Triathlon Guimaras set on March 8 on Guimaras Island in Western Visayas.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/sports/elite-u-23-stars-lead-charge-in-5150-guimaras/2290825

[2026-03-02 17:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Globasa roars back; Dagoon dominates anew in PPS Matalam

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Shaun Globasa mounted a stirring comeback from an abbreviated stint the previous week, dethroning top seed and doubles partner Krelz Gecosala, 7-5, 6-3, to seize the boys’ 18-and-under crown in the Mayor Oscar Valdevieso National Junior Tennis Championships at the Matalam Municipal and Cotelco courts in Cotabato Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/sports/globasa-roars-back-dagoon-dominates-anew-in-pps-matalam/2290824

[2026-03-02 17:30 UTC+10:00] [Dexus] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Unique resilience of Australia’s retail property deserves attention

Snippet: Several factors contribute to the outperformance of the Australian retail sector, including its relative insulation from digital disruption

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3345094/unique-resilience-australias-retail-property-deserves-attention

[2026-03-02 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Angel Canino at ease with La Salle teammates

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — De La Salle University’s Angel Canino made a double-double outing of 21 points and 11 excellent receptions in a four-set win against the Ateneo de Manila University—and no, she does not feel that she has to carry all the weight in leading her team to victory.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/sports/angel-canino-at-ease-with-la-salle-teammates/2290823

[2026-03-02 17:27 UTC+10:00] [Tottori Governor Shinji Hirai] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Where will Fukushima’s nuclear waste go? Japanese governors reject tainted soil

Snippet: By law, the waste currently housed near the crippled Fukushima Daiichi plant must be moved outside the prefecture by March 2045

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3345100/where-will-fukushimas-nuclear-waste-go-japanese-governors-reject-tainted-soil

[2026-03-02 17:25 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: 1,000 OFWs stranded in airports in PH, abroad as Middle East tensions rise

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/overseas-filipinos/ofws-stranded-airports-middle-east-tensions/

[2026-03-02 17:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Australia coach praises Gilas fans for ‘terrific atmosphere’

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Australia’s first game back at Philippine home soil no longer had any trace of the tension that escalated into a full-blown brawl against the Philippine team nearly eight years ago.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/sports/australia-coach-praises-gilas-fans-for-terrific-atmosphere/2290811

[2026-03-02 17:00 UTC+10:00] [National Natural Science Foundation of China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How much for foreign prestige? China says no to some Western science journal fees

Snippet: Chinese researchers will no longer be reimbursed for paper publication charges in Nature Communications, among others

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3345039/how-much-foreign-prestige-china-says-no-some-western-science-journal-fees

[2026-03-02 17:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China growing trend among couples has them calling each other ‘teammate’ or ‘roommate’

Snippet: ‘Comradely’ couples drop lovey-dovey pet names to reflect effort in relationships; critics say trend suggests an ‘unhappy’ marriage.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3344751/china-growing-trend-among-couples-has-them-calling-each-other-teammate-or-roommate

[2026-03-02 16:59 UTC+10:00] [Montreal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese diving pipeline spills out two teens already being hailed as future champs

Snippet: Jiang Linjing, 15, Cui Jiaxi, 13, win gold and silver in the women’s 10m platform at World Cup stop in Montreal

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3345096/chinese-diving-pipeline-spills-out-two-teens-already-being-hailed-future-champs

[2026-03-02 16:57 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea, Singapore agree to launch FTA upgrade talks, expand nuclear energy cooperation

Snippet: South Korea and Singapore agreed Monday to begin negotiations to upgrade their bilateral free trade agreement and deepen cooperation in nuclear energy, including small modular reactors, as the two countries seek to strengthen economic security amid growing global uncertainty.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685073

[2026-03-02 16:57 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Middle East tensions raise supply stakes for Korea’s energy-heavy economy

Snippet: Strait of Hormuz closure could deal a blow to Korean businesses through higher oil prices, currency swings, weaker investment

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685072

[2026-03-02 16:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala's stardom likened to Michael Jordan, Taylor Swift, Manny Pacquiao

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Alexandra "Alex" Eala has been turning heads not just with her play on the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) tour, but also with her ability to pack venues with fans wherever she plays and her overall fast-rising popularity.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/sports/alex-ealas-stardom-likened-to-michael-jordan-taylor-swift-manny-pacquiao/2290810

[2026-03-02 16:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Iran conflict highlights S. Korea's tech exposure in the Gulf

Snippet: The US-Israeli strikes on Iran and the retaliatory attacks that have since hit Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain are drawing attention to how much South Korea's biggest technology companies now have riding on the Gulf.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685059

[2026-03-02 16:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: France’s nuclear capability by the numbers

Snippet: France’s Rafale B twin-seat multirole fighter performs during the Pegase 2024 mission at Halim Perdanakusuma airport in Jakarta, Indonesia, Wednesday, July 24, 2024. (AP Photo/Tatan Syuflana, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/france-nuclear-weapons-macron-deterrence-a7553b1e8a4f94b185d3f6393133fc36

[2026-03-02 16:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: DSWD leads Asean Socio-Cultural Community Council meeting

Snippet: Assistant Secretary Irene B. Dumlao, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) spokesman, answers media questions during the press briefing for the 35th Asean Socio- Cultural Community (ASCC) Council Meeting and Related Meetings in Makati City, on March 2, 2026. The Philippines, through the DSWD, will serve as the chairman of this year’s ASCC and will be championing inclusive development in the upcoming ministers’ meetings.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/02/videos/watch-dswd-leads-asean-socio-cultural-community-council-meeting/2290803

[2026-03-02 16:05 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Samsung SDI to unveil high-power batteries for AI at InterBattery 2026

Snippet: Samsung SDI said Monday it wouldpresent high-power battery products and technologies targeting the artificial intelligence era at InterBattery 2026, South Korea’s largest battery industry exhibition.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10685055

[2026-03-02 15:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Policy | South China Morning Post

Snippet: China adds Japanese entities to export control list, turning up heat on TokyoBeijing has also added 20 Japanese firms and institutions to a watch list for the export of goods with potential military applications.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/policy

[2026-03-02 15:39 UTC+10:00] [India] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran strikes day 3: markets open with sharp sell-off in futures and Asian shares

Snippet: Oil prices have surged dramatically amid rising fears of a broader escalation in the Middle East after the attacks by the US and Israel

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345089/iran-strikes-day-3-markets-open-sharp-sell-futures-and-asian-shares