[2026-03-27 15:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Madis, Aludo reach Philta Visayas Women's Open final

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Top seed Tennielle Madis and second pick Stefi Marithe Aludo downed separate rivals Friday to arrange a title showdown in the Philippine Tennis Association (Philta) Women's National Open at the San Carlos Tennis Center in Negros Occidental.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/sports/madis-aludo-reach-philta-visayas-womens-open-final/2308999

[2026-03-27 15:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Villar Group malls adjust operating hours starting March 30

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Shopping malls under the Villar Group will adjust its operating hours starting March 30, 2026, following the government’s declaration of a national energy emergency.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/villar-group-malls-adjust-operating-hours-starting-march-30/2308997

[2026-03-27 15:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Court resets hearing vs starlet, vlogger to April over 'adult' content access to children

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The battle over explicit online content that could reach children continued Friday as sexy star Salome Salvi appeared at the Makati City Prosecutor’s Office while vlogger Brian Babilonia skipped his second consecutive hearing, prompting the preliminary investigation to be reset to April 16.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/court-resets-hearing-vs-starlet-vlogger-to-april-over-adult-content-access-to-children/2309006

[2026-03-27 15:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: CHR welcomes PH delisting from UN list of grave child rights violations after 22 years

Snippet: THE Commission on Human Rights (CHR), in line with its monitoring and watchdog mandate, notes the Philippines’ removal from the United Nations’ list of situations with grave child rights violations related to armed conflict after 22 years, and welcomes this development as a milestone in the protection of children’s rights.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/tmt-newswire/chr-welcomes-ph-delisting-from-un-list-of-grave-child-rights-violations-after-22-years/2308994

[2026-03-27 15:10 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Philippines to host ‘barebones’ ASEAN Summit, focus on oil crisis response

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/barebones-asean-summit-cebu-may-2026/

[2026-03-27 15:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Copperstone Lending now official member of Fintech Philippines Association

Snippet: COPPERSTONE Lending Inc. has officially joined the Fintech Philippines Association (FPH), adding another milestone to the company’s steady push toward ethical growth and responsible participation in the country’s digital finance sector.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/tmt-newswire/copperstone-lending-now-official-member-of-fintech-philippines-association/2308993

[2026-03-27 15:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos open to repealing oil deregulation law

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is not discounting the proposal to repeal the Oil Deregulation Law to allow the government to regulate oil prices and intervene in securing oil supply.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/marcos-open-to-repealing-oil-deregulation-law/2308998

[2026-03-27 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Iran war] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: A way out for the US and Iran? The diplomatic path that could prove China right

Snippet: Talks between Washington and Tehran must involve nuclear concessions and a regional ceasefire, Middle East expert says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3348043/way-out-us-and-iran-diplomatic-path-could-prove-china-right

[2026-03-27 14:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos: Asean meet to push through in May

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday said the Philippines' hosting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Leaders' Summit in May would push through despite the ongoing war in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/marcos-asean-meet-to-push-through-in-may/2308991

[2026-03-27 14:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DSWD eyes second round of financial aid for public transport drivers

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Friday said it was considering another round of financial aid if fuel price increases continue..

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/dswd-eyes-second-round-of-financial-aid-for-public-transport-drivers/2308988

[2026-03-27 14:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: TETRA PAK OPENS PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTRE IN THAILAND, UNLOCKING A WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES FOR FOOD AND BEVERAGE INNOVATORS ACROSS ASIA PACIFIC

Snippet: With the focus on liquid-based food and beverage categories, the new Product Development Centre brings world-class pilot production capabilities and end-to-end innovation support closer to food and beverage manufacturers across the region

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10704259

[2026-03-27 14:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fuel price increase eases further next week amid US-Iran talks on de-escalating war in Middle East

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Diesel and gasoline prices will increase again next week although at a slower pace as discussions between the US and Iran are ongoing to de-escalate the war in the Middle East, a local industry source said on Friday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/fuel-price-increase-eases-further-next-week-amid-us-iran-talks-on-de-escalating-war-in-middle-east/2308987

[2026-03-27 14:23 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Jailed under Duterte, child rights activist Sally Ujano freed from prison

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/child-rights-activist-sally-ujano-release-prison/

[2026-03-27 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As haze returns to Singapore, is crisis ‘quietly accepted’ by Asean?

Snippet: Some Singaporeans are resigned to tolerating the annual occurrence despite the health risks and higher electricity bills

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3348070/haze-returns-singapore-crisis-quietly-accepted-asean-inevitable

[2026-03-27 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s top chip foundry SMIC unveils growth action plan

Snippet: Firm aims for above-average growth this year under plan for ‘optimising existing stock and digging for new increments’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3348044/chinas-top-chip-foundry-smic-unveils-action-plan-seizing-new-growth-opportunities

[2026-03-27 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Agoda's Top Picks for Slow Travel Destinations in Asia

Snippet: SINGAPORE, March 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda invites travelers to embrace the art of slow travel with its curated list of Asian destinations. These locations offer a chance to immerse oneself in local culture, enjoy leisurely exploration, and connect with the heart of each destination. As travelers increasingly seek meaningful experiences, slow travel provides an opportunity to savor the journey and create lasting memories.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10704243

[2026-03-27 13:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Philippines, France sign visiting forces agreement to boost military cooperation

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and France signed a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) on Friday, expanding defense ties and allowing easier deployment of troops between the two countries.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/philippines-france-sign-visiting-forces-agreement-to-boost-military-cooperation/2308974

[2026-03-27 13:39 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Asia stocks extend global rout as Iran war drags on

Snippet: March 27, 2026 13:39 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/asia-stocks-extend-global-rout-as-iran-war-drags-on/

[2026-03-27 13:35 UTC+10:00] [Malaysia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Malaysian vessels permitted to travel through strait of Hormuz, country’s PM says after Iran talks

Snippet: A trickle of cargo ships and tankers – mostly Iranian, but some from Thailand and China – have made it through the strait since the war began

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/27/malaysian-vessels-permitted-to-travel-through-strait-of-hormuz-countrys-pm-says-after-talks-with-iran

[2026-03-27 13:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Dutch ace claims crown in wind-lashed ICTSI Kiteboarding finale

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Cohan van Dijk of the Netherlands delivered a world-class performance in punishing conditions, carving out a dramatic victory over Japan’s Hiro Karamon and Thailand’s Joseph Weston to reign supreme in the men’s Freestyle division of the ICTSI Philippine Kiteboarding Tour Season 11 at Aqua Resort in Boracay recently.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/sports/dutch-ace-claims-crown-in-wind-lashed-ictsi-kiteboarding-finale/2308964

[2026-03-27 13:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Dagoon returns, targets sweep in Olongapo netfest

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Jan Cadee Dagoon returns to the junior tennis spotlight brimming with confidence, ready to assert her dominance on home soil as she headlines the Olongapo Tennis Club Junior Age-Group Tennis Championships at the Olongapo City Tennis Courts.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/sports/dagoon-returns-targets-sweep-in-olongapo-netfest/2308963

[2026-03-27 13:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos opens new NAIAX expressway to ease traffic

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday opened the new NAIA Expressway (NAIAX) westbound off-ramp, a 320-meter road designed to improve access to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 and ease congestion along Andrews Avenue in Pasay City.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/marcos-opens-new-naiax-expressway-to-ease-traffic/2308981

[2026-03-27 13:21 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea joins France-hosted 35-nation military chiefs' meeting on Hormuz: officials

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/10704154

[2026-03-27 13:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Duterte, Teves counsels dismiss alleged threat of bagman

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —The counsels for both Vice President Sara Duterte and former representative Arnolfo Teves dismissed the claim of alleged bagman Ramil Madriaga that Teves wanted him dead inside prison, calling it "comical" and a "poppycock"

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/duterte-teves-counsels-dismiss-alleged-threat-of-bagman/2308982

[2026-03-27 13:08 UTC+10:00] [Alexander Lukashenko] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: North Korea and Belarus sign friendship treaty on Lukashenko’s first visit

Snippet: Kim Jong-un and Alexander Lukashenko formalise ties in Pyongyang, agree to cooperate in an array of fields

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/diplomacy/article/3348067/north-korea-and-belarus-sign-friendship-treaty-lukashenkos-first-visit

[2026-03-27 13:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘On the same side’: Japanese troops back in Philippines 81 years after WWII

Snippet: The return marks an upgrade from the region’s previous ‘hub and spoke’ strategy to one of overlapping minilaterals, experts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3348064/japanese-combat-troops-return-philippines-significant-indo-pacific-defence-shift

[2026-03-27 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s airlines add 2,900 flights to Europe as Russia access pays dividends

Snippet: Chinese carriers have a major advantage over other global airlines due to their access to Russian airspace and ability to bypass the Middle East

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347994/chinas-airlines-add-2900-flights-europe-russia-access-pays-dividends

[2026-03-27 12:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Brother and sister are charged after an explosive device was found outside a Florida Air Force base

Snippet: FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida — A man who fled to China after leaving an explosive device outside MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa has been indicted along with his sister in Florida on federal charges, and their mother has been detained pending deportation for overstaying her visa, a federal prosecutor said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/world/americas-emea/brother-and-sister-are-charged-after-an-explosive-device-was-found-outside-a-florida-air-force-base/2308953

[2026-03-27 12:44 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: China's Xi sends congratulatory letter to N. Korea's Kim on reelection as president of state affairs: KCNA

Snippet: Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on his reelection as president of the State Affairs Commission, the North's state media reported Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10704085

[2026-03-27 12:43 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Philippines, France sign visiting forces agreement

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/france-visiting-forces-agreement/

[2026-03-27 12:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Japan to boost coal-fired power as Mideast war causes energy turmoil: media

Snippet: TOKYO — Japan's government is set to announce plans on Friday to temporarily lift restrictions on coal-fired power plants as it seeks to ease an energy crunch caused by the Middle East war, media reported.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/world/asia-oceania/japan-to-boost-coal-fired-power-as-mideast-war-causes-energy-turmoil-media/2308949

[2026-03-27 12:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: China industrial profits surge 15% to start year, but oil price shock threatens outlook

Snippet: Chinese industrial firms saw their profits surge in the first two months of this year as officials pressed ahead with efforts to contain the fallout from industrial overcapacity and lackluster consumer demand.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/27/china-industrial-profits-jan-feb-surge-oil-price-shock-threatens-outlook.html

[2026-03-27 12:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: F1's Japanese GP will be the last for 5 weeks due to the effects of the Iran war

Snippet: Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli of Italy works with his team members in the garage in Suzuka, central Japan, Thursday, March 26, 2026, ahead of Sunday’s Japanese Formula One Grand Prix race. (AP Photo/Hiro Komae)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/mercedes-ferrari-hamilton-leclerc-2ffe706dc3f4ccc0cd683bf9e93e31a0

[2026-03-27 12:30 UTC+10:00] [Washington] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: What ancient Chinese wisdom can offer a divided world – and the US

Snippet: Chinese leaders often turn to classical poems, essays and proverbs to explain foreign policy, something US policymakers fail to understand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3347621/what-ancient-chinese-wisdom-can-offer-divided-world-and-us

[2026-03-27 12:30 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: 86-year-old 'super volunteer' excited for return to school

Snippet: Haruo Obata, an 86-year-old man who is known in Japan as a "super volunteer" for his disaster relief work throughout the country, is looking forward to attending a night school from April.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/03/27/japan/society/super-volunteer-back-to-school/

[2026-03-27 12:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese woman uses teeth to carve intricate sculptures, including Great Wall of China model

Snippet: Nibbling artist with no formal sculpting training creates more than 100 works of art using vegetable; warns kids not to copy her

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3347991/chinese-woman-uses-teeth-carve-intricate-sculptures-including-great-wall-china-model

[2026-03-27 11:45 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: China’s top chipmaker has supplied chipmaking tech to Iran military, US officials say

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/us-officials-say-china-smic-supplied-chipmaking-tech-iran-military/

[2026-03-27 11:34 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: N. Korea, Belarus hold summit, sign friendship treaty: KCNA

Snippet: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un held summit talks with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in Pyongyang and signed a treaty on friendship and cooperation, the North's state media reported Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10703960

[2026-03-27 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Stream It Or Skip It: ‘The Red Line’ on Netflix, a Thai Thriller About Cyberscam Victims Who Fight Back

Snippet: Southeast Asia is home to a robust internet and telephone scam network, and The Red Line (now on Netflix) uses that real-life context as the basis for suspenseful drama. Thai director Sitisiri Mongkolsiri – who skewered upper-class foodie/chef culture in 2023 Netflix movie Hunger – sets this story primarily in Phuket, where three women, angry at being duped out of their savings, take things into their own hands when authorities tell them there isn’t much to be done about this

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/03/26/the-red-line-netflix-review/

[2026-03-27 11:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Veterans tear apart heiress’s boyfriend after eagle-eyed experts spot problem with his Navy record

Snippet: Military veterans are sounding off about a Democratic congressional candidate who they say inflated his Navy record and used a deceased Korea War vet’s gravesite as a campaign prop.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/us-news/veterans-blast-ca-dem-candidate-who-exaggerated-navy-record/

[2026-03-27 11:13 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: From beer to cosmetics, Asia feels full force of war-fueled energy crisis

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/world/asia-pacific/asia-feels-full-force-war-fueled-energy-crisis/

[2026-03-27 11:13 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: From beer to cosmetics, Asia feels full force of war-fueled energy crisis

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/business/asia-feels-full-force-war-fueled-energy-crisis/

[2026-03-27 11:10 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [ANALYSIS] International shipping lines seek relief from Philippines’ costly harbor pilot services

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/analysis-international-shipping-costly-philippines-harbor-pilot-services/

[2026-03-27 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s cherry blossom parties could wilt as inflation strains wallets

Snippet: Spending on ‘hanami’ picnics drops as rising living costs, Iran war fears and weather woes threaten to dampen this year’s festivities

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3347965/japans-cherry-blossom-parties-could-wilt-inflation-strains-wallets

[2026-03-27 11:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Festivals, sights across Korea

Snippet: Jinhae Gunhangje Festival

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10703202

[2026-03-27 10:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Asia-Pacific markets set to fall, tracking losses on Wall Street despite extended peace talks

Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were set to open lower Friday following a volatile session on Wall Street overnight, as investors continued to parse the contradictory messaging on the Middle East from the U.S. and Iran.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/27/asia-markets-live-updates-hang-seng-index-nikkei-225-kospi.html

[2026-03-27 10:35 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: MSDF destroyer becomes Japan’s first ship capable of firing Tomahawk missiles

Snippet: The Maritime Self-Defense Force’s Aegis destroyer Chokai has become Japan’s first vessel capable of carrying and firing U.S.-made Tomahawk missiles, a development that could put targets deep inside China and North Korea within striking distance.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/03/27/japan/japan-chokai-msdf-tomahawk-missiles/

[2026-03-27 10:00 UTC+10:00] [South Korea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Greater Bay Area trails peers in basic research despite strong tech potential: Deloitte

Snippet: Southern China cluster of cities lags in basic research and original innovation, with talent gaps adding to challenges, Deloitte says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3347992/greater-bay-area-trails-peers-basic-research-despite-strong-tech-potential-deloitte

[2026-03-27 09:00 UTC+10:00] [Americas] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is Russia really shaping up as the biggest winner from the Iran war?

Snippet: The spike in oil prices is an obvious short-term boon for Moscow, but some observers are unsure it will have so much impact in the long run

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3347967/russia-really-shaping-biggest-winner-iran-war

[2026-03-27 08:30 UTC+10:00] [Washington] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: On Taiwan, Trump reimagines strategic ambiguity to suit his own ends

Snippet: By sending mixed signals to both Beijing and Taipei, the Trump administration has turned cross-strait stability into a bargaining chip

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3347597/taiwan-trump-reimagines-strategic-ambiguity-suit-his-own-ends