[2026-03-23 19:17 UTC+10:00] [Stock markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Stock markets plunge after Trump’s ultimatum on Iran

Snippet: Shares slump in Asia and Europe, gold slides and investors brace for higher oil prices after US president’s threat

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/23/stock-markets-donald-trump-iran-gold-oil-prices

[2026-03-23 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: China warns of 'uncontrollable situation' in Mideast after Trump threats

Snippet: China warned on Monday that further attacks on the Middle East risk creating an "uncontrollable situation" in the war-torn region, after US president Donald Trump threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power plants.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/china-warns-uncontrollable-situation-mideast-after-trump-threats

[2026-03-23 19:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cebu Pacific marks 3 decades of taking dreams to the skies

Snippet: TRAVELING by air is a privilege and a luxury that not everyone can easily afford.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/supplements/cebu-pacific-marks-3-decades-of-taking-dreams-to-the-skies/2305254

[2026-03-23 19:13 UTC+10:00] [Russia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war delivers new inflation stress to African economies emerging from older shocks

Snippet: Afreximbank is implementing measures to give financial help to African countries dependent on fuel imports, bank president says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3347572/iran-war-delivers-new-inflation-stress-african-economies-emerging-older-shocks

[2026-03-23 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Calgary takes on Los Angeles following overtime victory

Snippet: Los Angeles Kings (28-25-17, in the Pacific Division) vs. Calgary Flames (29-34-7, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/los-angeles-kings-calgary-flames-58f3da9a97ee48ac9a7cc30fa838cf39

[2026-03-23 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Jets take on the Golden Knights following shootout victory

Snippet: Vegas Golden Knights (32-25-14, in the Pacific Division) vs. Winnipeg Jets (29-29-12, in the Central Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/vegas-golden-knights-winnipeg-jets-new-york-rangers-cd4b68b685eb4272b3812c0b5380b498

[2026-03-23 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Mammoth in action against the Oilers after overtime victory

Snippet: Edmonton Oilers (34-28-9, in the Pacific Division) vs. Utah Mammoth (37-28-6, in the Central Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/edmonton-oilers-connor-mcdavid-utah-hockey-club-los-angeles-kings-1d73352e9917490b9e33d839c929e3d8

[2026-03-23 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Predators bring 4-game win streak into matchup with the Sharks

Snippet: San Jose Sharks (32-30-6, in the Pacific Division) vs. Nashville Predators (33-28-9, in the Central Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/nashville-predators-san-jose-sharks-439f3d90117242c9b94e766ba5db4525

[2026-03-23 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Kraken bring 3-game losing streak into matchup with the Panthers

Snippet: Seattle Kraken (31-29-9, in the Pacific Division) vs. Florida Panthers (34-32-3, in the Atlantic Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/florida-panthers-seattle-kraken-f9847e2559a246459846c19678e3911a

[2026-03-23 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Ducks visit the Canucks after shootout win

Snippet: Anaheim Ducks (39-27-4, in the Pacific Division) vs. Vancouver Canucks (21-40-8, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/anaheim-ducks-vancouver-canucks-buffalo-sabres-0ceabbb46af641cdbd5899309d220015

[2026-03-23 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Japan] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China cuts exports of two hi-tech metals to Japan, increases rare earth shipments

Snippet: Exports of gallium and germanium have slowed, yet rare earth magnet shipments have increased amid strained ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3347567/china-cuts-exports-two-hi-tech-metals-japan-increases-rare-earth-shipments

[2026-03-23 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US eyes a Philippine ammo facility as opposition warns of ‘warmongering’

Snippet: The Philippines has long been the closest US ally in Asia. Now Washington wants something more: a place to make bullets and shells

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3347561/us-eyes-philippine-ammo-facility-opposition-warns-warmongering

[2026-03-23 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Bakery China 2026 to Kick Off in Shanghai in May, Spotlighting Global Innovations for the Baking Industry

Snippet: SHANGHAI, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From May 20 to 23, under the theme "Innovate Beyond • Premiere Fusion • Link Future," the global baking community will gather at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai for Bakery China 2026, the 28th edition of the event. Organized by the China Association of Bakery & Confectionery Industry and Bakery China Exhibitions, the event will return at an unprecedented scale, bringing together industry professionals to push the boundaries of bakery craftsmanship.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700760

[2026-03-23 18:50 UTC+10:00] [Foreign Ministry] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesia will not pay US$1 billion fee for ‘Board of Peace’ membership, Prabowo says

Snippet: Indonesia’s president denies making any financial commitments and warns Jakarta will quit the board if it fails Palestinians

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3347565/indonesia-will-not-pay-us1-billion-fee-board-peace-membership-prabowo-says

[2026-03-23 18:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Japan 'not thinking about' discussing Hormuz passage with Iran

Snippet: Tokyo is "not thinking about" calling on Iran to let Japanese tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, the foreign minister has said, after Tehran said it was ready to help.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/japan-not-thinking-about-discussing-hormuz-passage-iran

[2026-03-23 18:21 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Hiroshima Castle keep closes, ending 68-year run

Snippet: Hiroshima Castle's keep in the city of Hiroshima has closed after 68 years as a museum due to structural aging.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/03/23/japan/hiroshima-castle-keep-closes/

[2026-03-23 18:06 UTC+10:00] [Asia Times] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Great AI divide: markets in America, systems in China

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/great-ai-divide-markets-in-america-systems-in-china/

[2026-03-23 18:00 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In pictures: Hong Kong’s public art sculptures, from the 1970s to today

Snippet: A look back at the public art that has adorned the city’s streets over the years, from Bruce Lee to giant water buffaloes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3347146/pictures-hong-kongs-public-art-sculptures-1970s-today

[2026-03-23 17:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: ASX falls, Asia tumbles, gold crashes as Trump keeps markets on edge

Snippet: March has been a month to forget for investors on Australia's ASX 200. (ABC News: John Gunn)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-23/asx-falls-asia-tumbles-gold-crashes-markets-on-edge/106486008

[2026-03-23 17:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Indonesia eyes $4.7 bn in savings to brace for Mideast war impacts

Snippet: JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesia is eyeing up to 80 trillion rupiah ($4.7 billion) in savings to cushion its economy from the fallout of the war in the Middle East, according to the government.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/news/indonesia-eyes-47-bn-in-savings-to-brace-for-mideast-war-impacts/2305211

[2026-03-23 17:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Japanese national returns home after monthslong detention in Iran

Snippet: TOKYO — Japan's top government spokesperson said Monday that one of two Japanese nationals detained in Iran has safely returned home in good health.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/news/japanese-national-returns-home-after-monthslong-detention-in-iran/2305208

[2026-03-23 17:45 UTC+10:00] [ASIA PACIFIC] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Indonesia says no to $1B fee for Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ seat

Snippet: Indonesia's president, under fire at home for signing up to U.S. counterpart Donald Trump's so-called "Board of Peace," has insisted his country would not pay the $1 billion joining fee for permanent membership.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/03/23/asia-pacific/politics/indonesia-trump-board-of-peace/

[2026-03-23 17:40 UTC+10:00] [COMMENTARY] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Bollywood is no match for India’s new wave cinema

Snippet: The signature motif of "Kantara: A Legend — Chapter 1," India’s second-biggest box-office success of 2025, is a primordial scream. It may as well be the sound of old Bollywood in its death throes or the birth pangs of a new industry.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2026/03/23/world/indias-new-wave-cinema/

[2026-03-23 17:23 UTC+10:00] [grazoprevir] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Turning coal to medicines: Chinese scientists bring a 160-year-old dream to life

Snippet: Study cracks a puzzle that has baffled scientists and will reshape modern medicine production as the world reels from a global oil shortage

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3347300/turning-coal-medicines-chinese-scientists-bring-160-year-old-dream-life

[2026-03-23 17:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea rolls out reshoring accounts to pull US stock funds home

Snippet: Tax incentives aim to curb dollar demand, ease won pressure, though safe-haven appeal remains key variable

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700659

[2026-03-23 17:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: US defense cuts Chinese batteries, Korea steps in

Snippet: China-free defense supply chains open new opportunities for Korean battery makers beyond EV

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700657

[2026-03-23 17:17 UTC+10:00] [Zijin Gold] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Zijin Mining clinches US$2.6 billion Chifeng Gold takeover in expansion drive

Snippet: The acquisition boosts Zijin’s reserves amid resource nationalism, giving it control of Chifeng’s assets in Asia and Africa

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/commodities/article/3347547/chinas-zijin-mining-clinches-us26-billion-chifeng-gold-takeover-expansion-drive

[2026-03-23 17:17 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Thousands of ride-hailing drivers vow to stop receiving bookings for 2-day strike

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/puv-ride-hailing-drivers-transport-strike-march-26-27-2026/

[2026-03-23 17:13 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Foreign currency deposits fall for 2nd month in Feb.: BOK

Snippet: Foreign currency deposits in South Korea fell for the second straight month in February, due to a decline in both individual and corporate deposits, central bank data showed Monday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700652

[2026-03-23 17:13 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Kim Jong-un cements control with reappointment as president of state affairs

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700650

[2026-03-23 17:09 UTC+10:00] [financial tightening] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Global markets brace for rate hikes as Iran war and US$100 oil stoke tightening fears

Snippet: The European Central Bank has become more hawkish, reverting to wording that analysts say often precedes interest-rate increases

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3347552/global-markets-brace-rate-hikes-iran-war-and-us100-oil-stoke-tightening-fears

[2026-03-23 17:05 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee underscores 'self-reliant defense' at 1st integrated defense meeting

Snippet: For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings start with Rodong Sinmun—North Korea’s state mouthpiece—before diving into the day’s headlines from Seoul and Washington.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700645

[2026-03-23 17:03 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Trillanes sues 18 ‘ex-Marines,’ SMNI hosts for cyber libel over ICC bribery claim

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/trillanes-sues-ex-marines-smni-hosts-cyber-libel-icc-bribery-claim/

[2026-03-23 17:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: How Eala confronts the psychological demands of top-tier competition

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Alexandra "Alex" Eala's breakout season at the WTA tour last year ultimately sent her to the big stage this season, playing in the 500s, 1000s, and Grand Slams.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/sports/how-eala-confronts-the-psychological-demands-of-top-tier-competition/2305188

[2026-03-23 17:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pagasa declares start of dry season

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) on Monday declared the start of the warm, dry season as the northeast monsoon or amihan ended.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/news/pagasa-declares-start-of-dry-season/2305194

[2026-03-23 17:02 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Ardea WA nickel project grabs Japanese-US attention

Snippet: Ardea Resources’ Kalgoorlie nickel project (KNP) has received a shout-out in the Japan-US Critical Minerals Joint Fact Sheet, a call-to-action to shore up critical mineral supply chains between the two powerful nations and other Western markets.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/ardea-wa-nickel-project-grabs-japanese-us-attention-20260323-p5rupb.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-23 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese man, 82, travels 12 hours daily for 105 days to visit wife in ICU

Snippet: Farmer wakes at 4.30am every day to prepare meals for beloved wife, holds her hand by side of bed and reminisces about their life together

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3347144/chinese-man-82-travels-12-hours-daily-105-days-visit-wife-icu-devotion-touches-hearts

[2026-03-23 16:59 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Debate grows over North Korea's ‘third enrichment site’

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700627

[2026-03-23 16:54 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Baguio launches sundown HIV clinic amid rising cases

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/luzon/baguio-launches-sundown-hiv-clinic/

[2026-03-23 16:52 UTC+10:00] [Japan] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Most Japanese oppose helping Trump fight his war on Iran, polls show

Snippet: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says she has explained to Trump that there are limits to what Japan can do due to legal constraints

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3347548/most-japanese-oppose-helping-trump-fight-his-war-iran-polls-show

[2026-03-23 16:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: MiTAC Computing Accelerates AI Performance in the 33th Convergence India

Snippet: NEW DELHI, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation, a global leader in high-performance and energy-efficient server solutions, and a subsidiary of MiTAC Holdings Corporation (TWSE:3706), is showcasing the latest AI-optimized compute and GPU servers at Convergence India (Booth B3-28), spearheading the development of efficient and sustainable future data centers.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700617

[2026-03-23 16:48 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Shin Hyun-song: Hawkish economist tapped to lead Bank of Korea

Snippet: Veteran policymaker seen favoring early tightening as Korea grapples with inflation, market volatility

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700612

[2026-03-23 16:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alyssa Valdez: 'We're still here'

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Alyssa Valdez is way past proving herself to other people.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/sports/alyssa-valdez-were-still-here/2305187

[2026-03-23 16:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Lee eyes repeat, redemption vs elite Lakewood field

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Against a compact but talent-stacked field, Tiffany Lee returns to familiar ground with something to prove – and a story to continue.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/sports/lee-eyes-repeat-redemption-vs-elite-lakewood-field/2305185

[2026-03-23 16:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Ramos braces for stern test as ICTSI Lakewood unwraps

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Sean Ramos returns to the site of his breakthrough victory on Tuesday, carrying renewed confidence and experience from competing on bigger stages.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/sports/ramos-braces-for-stern-test-as-ictsi-lakewood-unwraps/2305184

[2026-03-23 16:30 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: PAGASA declares start of warm and dry season for 2026

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/weather/pagasa-start-warm-dry-season-summer-march-2026/

[2026-03-23 16:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Trillanes files cyber libel case against 18 former Marines

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Former senator Antonio Trillanes 4th on Monday filed cyber libel complaints against 18 former Marines who claimed that they delivered cash to his residence purportedly for the International Criminal Court.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/news/trillanes-files-cyber-libel-case-against-18-former-marines/2305183

[2026-03-23 16:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Acciones asiáticas caen al desvanecerse esperanzas de resolución en Irán tras comentarios de Trump

Snippet: Una persona mira una pantalla con una gráfica del índice bursátil japonés Nikkei en una correduría en Tokio, el lunes 23 de marzo de 2026. (AP Foto/Eugene Hoshiko)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/mercados-mundiales-bolsa-asia-iran-guerra-4a012857f93d5e7fa704bd94b1ae2ce7

[2026-03-23 16:19 UTC+10:00] [Nam Deuk-woo] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: South Korea’s ‘pali-pali’ spirit keeps killing its workers

Snippet: Nine of the 14 people killed in Friday’s factory fire in Daejeon died in a room that did not officially exist

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3347544/south-koreas-pali-pali-spirit-keeps-killing-its-workers

[2026-03-23 16:12 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Paris Baguette lands at Cambodia’s new airport

Snippet: Paris Baguette, a Korean bakery chain operated by SPC Group, has opened a new outlet at Cambodia’s Techo International Airport in Phnom Penh, expanding its presence in Southeast Asia.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700552