[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

[2026-03-27 07:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Lee Byung-jong] Seoul-Tokyo security cooperation

Snippet: During his visit to Japan in January, Korean President Lee Jae Myung demonstrated clear rapport with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, culminating in the two leaders performing a live drum duet.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10703685

[2026-03-27 07:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Pacific Northwest Sportswatch Daily Listings

Snippet: Oregon at Northwestern — BTN

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/data-skrive-fad2884f87c927e8184e9a52501fb07f

[2026-03-27 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Tehran warns unnamed regional state against plan to occupy Iranian island - DailyNews

Snippet: Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf warned that intelligence reports suggest that Tehran’s enemies are planning to seize an Iranian island with support ‌from an unnamed country in West Asia.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/world/973396/tehran-warns-unnamed-regional-state-against-plan-to-occupy-iranian-island/

[2026-03-27 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka meets international assessment, targets preventing money laundering - DailyNews

Snippet: In accordance with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), the country’s preliminary measures to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing, which are expected to be adopted at the annual general meeting of the Asia-Pacific Anti-Money Laundering Group (APG) to be held in July next year, have been implemented according to the scheduled dates and planed.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/business/973523/sri-lanka-meets-international-assessment-targets-preventing-money-laundering/

[2026-03-27 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka edge Pacific Oceania to reach Junior Davis Cup semis - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka booked a place in the semi-finals with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Pacific Oceania in their quarter-final clash at the 2026 Junior Davis Cup Asia/Oceania Pre-Qualifying Event worked off at the Sri Lanka Tennis Association (SLTA) courts in Colombo yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/sports/973707/sri-lanka-edge-pacific-oceania-to-reach-junior-davis-cup-semis/

[2026-03-27 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Hormuz route opened for India: Iran FM Araghchi - DailyNews

Snippet: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi yesterday (26) said that they have permitted the passage of vessels for friendly countries, including India, through the Strait of Hormuz.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/world/973381/hormuz-route-opened-for-india-iran-fm-araghchi/

[2026-03-27 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Iran: The test the US cannot afford to fail - DailyNews

Snippet: The outcome of the war with Iran will determine America’s capabilities on the world stage for years to come. That is what makes the current conflict in West Asia so consequential, far beyond the region itself.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/general-opinion/973510/iran-the-test-the-us-cannot-afford-to-fail/

[2026-03-27 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Hyundai Motor targets China growth, plans 36 new models in North America - DailyNews

Snippet: South Korea on Thursday outlined ambitious global expansion plans, aiming to more than double its vehicle sales in China while significantly expanding its product lineup in North America by 2030.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/business/973486/hyundai-motor-targets-china-growth-plans-36-new-models-in-north-america/

[2026-03-27 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shan Academy shuttlers excel in Chennai - DailyNews

Snippet: Players from Shan Badminton Academy, Sri Lanka, recently participated in the first Invitational International Badminton Tournament 2026, organized by the Green Contributor (Canada) and Giant Sport Academy (India) in Ambattur, Chennai, India made a remarkable impression with their skill, sportsmanship and dedication.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/sports/973225/shan-academy-shuttlers-excel-in-chennai/

[2026-03-27 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Honri EVs launched in Sri Lanka by China Lanka Motors - DailyNews

Snippet: China Lanka Motors recently launched Honri Electric Vehicles at its showroom located at Kaduwela Road, Malabe, marking a significant step towards making electric mobility more accessible in Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/business/973318/honri-evs-launched-in-sri-lanka-by-china-lanka-motors/

[2026-03-27 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Capacity Building Programme for CEB officers - DailyNews

Snippet: A 30-member delegation from the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) visited India from March 09–21, to participate in a specialised Training and Capacity-Building Programme in the solar energy sector.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/local/973432/capacity-building-programme-for-ceb-officers/

[2026-03-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: South Korea invests $166 Mn in AI chip startup - DailyNews

Snippet: South Korea has approved a 250 billion won ($166 million) investment in local artificial intelligence (AI) chip startup Rebellions, as part of efforts to strengthen its domestic semiconductor industry.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/business/973575/south-korea-invests-166-mn-in-ai-chip-startup/

[2026-03-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Three Chinese nationals arrested smuggling cigarettes - DailyNews

Snippet: Three Chinese nationals attempting to enter the country with an illegal consignment of cigarettes made in China were arrested by Customs officers at the Katunayake Airport yesterday (26).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/lawnorder/973659/three-chinese-nationals-arrested-smuggling-cigarettes/

[2026-03-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Protecting energy security - DailyNews

Snippet: The Philippines earlier this week became the first country to declare an “Energy Emergency” in the wake of hostilities between Iran and Israel/United States (US). Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr declared the national energy emergency in response to what he called the “imminent danger” posed to the country’s energy supply.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/editorial/973682/protecting-energy-security/

[2026-03-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka tour of India: complete fixtures and venues - DailyNews

Snippet: India will host Sri Lanka for a limited-overs series in December, featuring three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), beginning on December 13.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/sports/973727/sri-lanka-tour-of-india-complete-fixtures-and-venues/

[2026-03-27 06:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Iran formalizes its chokehold over the Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: Cargo ships sail in the Arabian Gulf towards Strait of Hormuz in United Arab Emirates, Thursday, March 19, 2026. (AP Photo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-hormuz-shipping-tolls-china-de5159966cde7de7b964b3c2c67eec07

[2026-03-27 06:04 UTC+10:00] [Claudia Sheinbaum] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China threatens Mexico with trade reprisals over 50% import duties

Snippet: Economy secretary rejected Beijing’s complaints, saying Chinese firms sell below cost with state backing and Mexico will not back down

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3348054/china-threatens-mexico-trade-reprisals-over-50-import-duties

[2026-03-27 05:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Sudeste asiático retoma planes nucleares para centros de datos de IA tras guerra en Irán

Snippet: Manifestantes sostienen un cartel durante una protesta contra la reactivación del reactor número 6 de la central nuclear de Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, frente a la sede de Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TEPCO) en Tokio, el 19 de enero de 2026. (Foto AP/Eugene Hoshiko, archivo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/sudeste-asia-energia-nuclear-centro-de-datos-64f166dc3c4795e0c136fcac27520a69

[2026-03-27 04:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Com EUA em guerra, China se pinta como parceiro mais estável

Snippet: Semanas de combates entre os EUA, Israel e o Irã prejudicaram gravemente o fluxo de petróleo e gás pelo Estreito de Ormuz, deixando os governos do Sudeste Asiático em apuros para garantir combustível suficiente para sua indústria, companhias aéreas e consumo doméstico.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/pt-br/com-eua-em-guerra-china-se-apresenta-como-op%C3%A7%C3%A3o-de-parceiro-mais-confi%C3%A1vel/a-76551265

[2026-03-27 04:25 UTC+10:00] [Asia Times] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: The Iran war seen through Asia’s eyes

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/the-iran-war-seen-through-asias-eyes/

[2026-03-27 04:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Explosive device found at MacDill Air Force Base: Siblings charged

Snippet: The U.S. Central Command at MacDill Air Force Base is seen, Feb. 6, 2017, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/explosive-macdill-air-force-base-china-a43f420596cda346d15ab32ae5bbf6a7

[2026-03-27 03:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Jack Black goes full Bowser at ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ event and more star snaps

Snippet: 1 of 19 Jack Black gets into character as Bowser at “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” photocall in Tokyo. AP 2 of 19 Megan Thee Stallion cuddles up with her man Klay Thompson after making her Braodway debut in NYC. theestallion/Instagram 3 of 19 Jessica Alba enjoys some rest and relaxation in a bubblebath.

Read full article: https://pagesix.com/2026/03/26/photos/jack-black-goes-full-bowser-at-super-mario-galaxy-movie-event-and-more-star-snaps/

[2026-03-27 03:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: No winner in Super lotto 6/49, Lotto 6/42 draws for March 26

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — There were no winners in the Super lotto 6/49 and Lotto 6/42 draws on Thursday night, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/no-winner-in-super-lotto-649-lotto-642-draws-for-march-26/2308731

[2026-03-27 03:16 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 CrosswordFriday, 27 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-03-27

[2026-03-27 03:16 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 SudokuFriday, 27 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-03-27

[2026-03-27 03:16 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 CrosswordFriday, 27 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-03-27

[2026-03-27 03:16 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 SearchFriday, 27 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-03-27

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: North Korea, Belarus sign 'friendship' treaty during Lukashenko visit

Snippet: SEOUL — The leaders of North Korea and Belarus signed on Thursday a "friendship and cooperation" treaty after Kim Jong Un gave a lavish welcome to President Alexander Lukashenko on his maiden visit to the East Asian nation.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/world/asia-oceania/north-korea-belarus-sign-friendship-treaty-during-lukashenko-visit/2308213

[2026-03-27 03:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The evolving role of public health nurses in PH

Snippet: THIS column gives way to the abridged version of a featured article in the Philippine Journal of Nursing in 2025, written by a public health luminary, educator from the University of the Philippines and former member of the Board of Nursing: Dr. Cora de los Angeles-Añonuevo. This feature is published with her permission.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/opinion/columns/the-evolving-role-of-public-health-nurses-in-ph/2308596

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Political party system in the Philippines

Snippet: IN the Philippines, the transition from a rigid two-party system (pre-1972) to the current multiparty system (post-1986) remains one of the most influential decisions by the government. While the country currently has a multiparty system, many scholars point to the stability of the pre-martial law era (dominated by the Nacionalista and Liberal parties) as a model for certain efficiencies: With only two major parties, voters usually face a clear choice between two distinct platforms.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/opinion/columns/political-party-system-in-the-philippines/2308586

[2026-03-27 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Time to reevaluate mandatory GAD fund allocation

Snippet: THE Philippines has long taken pride in its commitment to gender equality. One of the clearest expressions of that commitment is the mandatory Gender and Development (GAD) allocation in government budgets.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/opinion/columns/time-to-reevaluate-mandatory-gad-fund-allocation/2308402

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cambodian court upholds 14-year jail terms for journalists over border photo

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/world/asia-oceania/cambodian-court-upholds-14-year-jail-terms-for-journalists-over-border-photo/2308208

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Nepali ex-PM's prosecution recommended – govt report

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/world/asia-oceania/nepali-ex-pms-prosecution-recommended-govt-report/2308209

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Australia, Germany deepen defense ties

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/world/asia-oceania/australia-germany-deepen-defense-ties/2308210

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Mideast war pushes Trump's China visit to May

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/world/asia-oceania/mideast-war-pushes-trumps-china-visit-to-may/2308211

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Beijing says it's open to oil exploration talks

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/national/beijing-says-its-open-to-oil-exploration-talks/2308670

[2026-03-27 02:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Cherry blossoms hit peak bloom in Washington

Snippet: People walk among the cherry blossom trees along the tidal basin on the National Mall on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Tom Brenner)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/cherry-blossoms-washington-japan-a6b183d5907bbfb6e0c4d816bfc88966

[2026-03-27 02:00 UTC+10:00] [Trump's China visit] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can Donald Trump end his war on Iran in time for rescheduled China trip?

Snippet: The US president announced this week that he would visit in mid-May after putting the date back to focus on the conflict

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3348033/can-donald-trump-end-his-war-iran-time-rescheduled-china-trip

[2026-03-27 01:57 UTC+10:00] [knife attacks] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Knife-wielding man kills woman at Tokyo Pokemon shop before taking his own life

Snippet: Despite strict gun control laws and rare violent crimes, Japan has seen a number of high-profile knife attacks in recent years

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3348046/knife-wielding-man-kills-woman-tokyo-pokemon-shop-taking-his-own-life

[2026-03-27 01:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cayuna leads Cignal past Creamline to reach semis

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines— Cignal prevailed over Creamline in five grueling sets, 25-21, 24-26, 18-25, 25-22, 17-15, to join PLDT in the semifinals of the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference on Thursday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/26/sports/cayuna-leads-cignal-past-creamline-to-reach-semis/2308659

[2026-03-27 01:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Olympic and world badminton champion Carolina Marín of Spain retires

Snippet: Spain’s Carolina Marin celebrates after defeating Japan’s Aya Ohori during their women’s singles badminton quarterfinal match at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Aug. 3, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung, file)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/carolina-marin-badminton-olympics-spain-9cef01a41a29e4d8d6f5c6c03b76ce8b

[2026-03-27 01:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Kim Kardashian shares sweet family snaps from Tokyo vacation with Lewis Hamilton

Snippet: Keeping up with Kim Kardashian’s vacation.

Read full article: https://pagesix.com/2026/03/26/parents/kim-kardashian-shares-sweet-family-snaps-from-tokyo-vacation-with-lewis-hamilton/

[2026-03-27 01:06 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Philippine gas stations shut down due to limited fuel supply | 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/march-26-2026/

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

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australia urged to swap diesel for electric buses as fuel costs soar

Snippet: Electric buses are just 1% of the Australian fleet compared with 80% in urban China, a quarter in the Netherlands and 12% in the UK

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/mar/26/australia-electric-buses-transition-from-diesel-fuel-crisis

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: BASF launches biggest overseas project in China with green-powered mega-site

Snippet: German chemical giant opens US$10 billion Zhanjiang complex, its largest overseas investment, as Beijing courts foreign capital

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3348021/basf-launches-biggest-overseas-project-china-green-powered-mega-site

[2026-03-27 00:30 UTC+10:00] [John Swinney] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: UK blocks China wind turbine project on ‘national security’ amid tense business climate

Snippet: The UK government cited security concerns but gave few details, leaving observers to question if geopolitical pressure shaped move

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3348039/uk-blocks-china-wind-turbine-project-national-security-amid-tense-business-climate