[2026-03-22 17:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: South Africa wins the toss and bats in the fourth T20 against New Zealand

Snippet: South Africa’s Keshav Maharaj bowls a deliveryduring the first T20 World Cup cricket semifinal match between New Zealand and South Africa in Kolkata, India, Wednesday, March 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Anupam Nath)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/new-zealand-south-africa-fourth-t20-1142819b2ac2cb19354d41402aef573c

[2026-03-22 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Guangdong province] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can China massively reduce food imports with super-efficient unmanned rice farms?

Snippet: An ancient but challenging harvesting technique could help China reach its food security goals with a new breed of smart rice farm

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3347232/can-china-massively-reduce-food-imports-super-efficient-unmanned-rice-farms

[2026-03-22 17:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China bosses use smart seats, Wi-fi to track staff activities, leads to anti-monitoring gadgets

Snippet: Efficiency-driven bosses record everything from length of toilet breaks to sitting posture and browsing activity, ‘alarm’ employees

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3347010/china-bosses-use-smart-seats-wi-fi-track-staff-activities-leads-anti-monitoring-gadgets

[2026-03-22 16:59 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: China’s OLED surge revives LCD lessons for Korea

Snippet: Capacity gains raise risk of price competition, but technology still defines edge

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699841

[2026-03-22 16:55 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Songzio’s ‘Lyrical Armor’ shapes BTS’ ‘Arirang’ comeback stage

Snippet: Costume design embodies the spirit of a new generation of heroes who carry the turbulent history of Korea, the brand says

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699838

[2026-03-22 16:55 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Samsung chief heads to Beijing forum for second year

Snippet: Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong visited Beijing on Sunday to attend a high-level economic forum for a second straight year, as the company seeks to maintain ties in the key market amid rising US-China tensions.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699837

[2026-03-22 16:49 UTC+10:00] [Apps] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Top 5 News This Week: Roblox, the Peso, Pearl Harbor, and Spanish colonization

Snippet: This week, the government warned Roblox to beef up child safety, or else; Spain’s king acknowledged colonial ills; Donald Trump joked about Pearl Harbor in the presence of Japan’s PM; the Peso hit an all-time low.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/video/top-5-news-this-week/march-21-2026/

[2026-03-22 16:47 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: PM to visit China, attend Boao Forum 2026

Snippet: Prime Minister Kim Min-seok is expected to travel to China later this week to attend the Boao Forum for Asia and deliver a keynote speech there.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699836

[2026-03-22 16:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Japan may deploy minesweepers in Hormuz if ceasefire reached

Snippet: Japan is considering a potential minesweeping role in the Strait of Hormuz if a ceasefire is reached in the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said in an interview.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/japan-may-deploy-minesweepers-hormuz-if-ceasefire-reached

[2026-03-22 16:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Jia De Guzman weighs in on staying with Alas Pilipinas

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — With all the controversies surrounding the Alas Pilipinas national team, team captain Jia De Guzman wants to focus on the issues first before making a decision.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/sports/jia-de-guzman-weighs-in-on-staying-with-alas-pilipinas/2304971

[2026-03-22 16:39 UTC+10:00] [COMMENTARY] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Trump is showing Beijing how to seize Taiwan

Snippet: Since returning to office last year, U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered military strikes from the Caribbean and eastern Pacific to Africa and the Middle East, targeting alleged drug-smuggling boats and suspected terrorist groups. He has attacked Venezuela and kidnapped its leader, Nicolas Maduro. And he has joined Israel in a large-scale assault on Iran that amounts to a major escalation from last year’s strikes, which supposedly “obliterated” the country’s nuclear facilities.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2026/03/22/world/trump-shows-how-to-take-taiwan/

[2026-03-22 16:33 UTC+10:00] [Sport / Rugby Union] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Super Rugby has become unequal and predictable. Is this sustainable?

Snippet: Rugby Australia and New Zealand Rugby are presiding over a state of affairs in Super Rugby Pacific that the NRL would never tolerate. After just six rounds of the competition, the top six teams – the Hurricanes, Blues, Brumbies, Reds, Crusaders and Chiefs – are effectively locked in for the finals.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/sport/rugby-union/super-rugby-has-become-unequal-and-predictable-is-this-sustainable-20260322-p5rmew.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-22 16:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: China Tour-bound aces seek momentum at ICTSI Lakewood

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Chanelle Avaricio, Daniella Uy, Mafy Singson and Yvon Bisera step into the spotlight at the ICTSI Lakewood Championship not just chasing a title – but igniting momentum for a defining stretch in their careers.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/sports/china-tour-bound-aces-seek-momentum-at-ictsi-lakewood/2304969

[2026-03-22 16:21 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: HDC chair on what every decision leaves behind

Snippet: Few executives have stood at the intersection of Korea's two most defining postwar industries — automobile and construction — quite like HDC Group Chairman Chung Mong-gyu.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699829

[2026-03-22 16:15 UTC+10:00] [Chinese embassy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Philippine military uncovers alleged new Beijing spy tactics in South China Sea row

Snippet: China called the allegations ‘malicious smears’ after three people were arrested on suspicion of leaking sensitive information to foreigners

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3347461/philippine-military-uncovers-alleged-new-beijing-spy-tactics-south-china-sea-row

[2026-03-22 16:11 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Hyundai eyes China, India with 46-model expansion

Snippet: Hyundai Motor plans to launch 46 new vehicles in China and India over the next five years, as it ramps up efforts to diversify its global footprint beyond the tariff-hit US and sluggish European markets.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699825

[2026-03-22 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Military must prepare to withstand drone attacks, not just intercept them: KIDA

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/10699818

[2026-03-22 15:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Parts of Metro Manila, Rizal and Cavite to have water interruptions this week due to maintenance works

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Some places in Metro Manila, Rizal and Cavite will have water interruptions this week because of maintenance works and because of high demand, Manila Water Company Inc. and Maynilad Water Services Inc. said on Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/news/parts-of-metro-manila-rizal-and-cavite-to-have-water-interruptions-this-week-due-to-maintenance-works/2304968

[2026-03-22 15:45 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: This week in PostMag: artists from Spain, Hong Kong, Stockholm … and a farewell

Snippet: Our Art Issue features Spanish photographer Coco Capitán, Stockholm-based Lap-see Lam, Hong Kong sculptor Gamza and much more

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3347292/week-postmag-artists-spain-hong-kong-stockholm-and-farewell

[2026-03-22 15:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alyssa Valdez named PVL Player of the Week

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Stars may rise and fall, but the ‘Phenom’ stays right where she belongs.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/sports/alyssa-valdez-named-pvlplayeroftheweek/2304965

[2026-03-22 15:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Hana Financial launches youth support initiative ‘Youth Bridge’

Snippet: Hana Financial Group said Sunday it has signed a four-way agreement with the Federation of Korean Industries, the Korea Youth Counseling & Welfare Institute and the Korean Educational Broadcasting System to launch a social contribution project, “Youth Bridge.”

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699805

[2026-03-22 15:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Africa’s solar sector braces for higher costs as China cuts rebates

Snippet: An aerial view of a solar power plant in Ouarzazate, central Morocco on Feb.4, 2016. (AP Photo/Abdeljalil Bounhar, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-rebates-solar-africa-renewable-energy-1927e8535ce146018842726155df9a51

[2026-03-22 15:08 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan may send minesweepers to Hormuz after Iran war ceasefire

Snippet: Foreign Minister Motegi also announced the release and return of one of the two Japanese nationals previously detained in Iran

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3347458/japan-may-send-minesweepers-hormuz-after-iran-war-ceasefire

[2026-03-22 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Benjamin Barton] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China to stockpile critical resources and strengthen energy security to avoid trade shocks

Snippet: Beijing boosts economic self-reliance and long-term stability as a matter of ‘national security’ while Middle East conflicts continue

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3347132/china-stockpile-critical-resources-and-strengthen-energy-security-avoid-trade-shocks

[2026-03-22 14:30 UTC+10:00] [fish farming] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Investing in women farmers and fishers is a smart nutrition policy

Snippet: Readers discuss an initiative in the Philippines to empower women fishers, and adopting English as the medium of instruction in Hong Kong

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3347260/investing-women-farmers-and-fishers-smart-nutrition-policy

[2026-03-22 14:06 UTC+10:00] [Narendra Modi] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: World Athletics makes ‘strategic’ decision to award championships to India, Kazakhstan

Snippet: President Sebastian Coe justified the choices for the global 3-day competition as an opportunity to ‘get more than a toehold’ in important markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3347457/world-athletics-makes-strategic-decision-award-championships-india-kazakhstan

[2026-03-22 13:45 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Generations of Australians have flocked to this beach. Today, it is desolate

Snippet: Bali: It is as embedded in the Australian psyche as any beach in the world, a rite of passage for generations of travellers to Bali. But Kuta Beach today is desolate.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/generations-of-australians-have-flocked-to-this-beach-today-it-is-desolate-20260311-p5o9ma.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-22 13:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Can Eala end 'the Curse of Czech Republic'? Filipino ace battles Muchova in Miami Open 4th round

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Can Alex Eala finally put an end to 'the Curse of the Czech Republic'?

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/sports/can-eala-end-the-curse-of-czech-republic-filipino-ace-battles-muchova-in-miami-open-4th-round/2304962

[2026-03-22 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Academy of Mathematics and Systems Science] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Could ultra-precise harvest forecast give China an advantage in Iran war fallout?

Snippet: Accurate grain output prediction allows China to mitigate food shortages, react to global price rises or plan storage and export measures

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3347290/could-ultra-precise-harvest-forecast-give-china-advantage-iran-war-fallout

[2026-03-22 12:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Some areas in Metro Manila, 4 provinces to have power interruptions this week due to maintenance works

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Some areas in Metro Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal will have power interruptions this week because of maintenance works, Meralco said on Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/news/some-areas-in-metro-manila-4-provinces-to-have-power-interruptions-this-week-due-to-maintenance-works/2304961

[2026-03-22 12:47 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Photo News] Farewell, 'We Purple you, Army'

Snippet: Incheon International Airport Corp. announced Sunday it will display farewell messages for BTS fans from around the world who attended the group's concerts in Seoul on Saturday and are now departing the country. The messages read "We Purple you, Army" and "The Best Moment Is Yet To Come" in English, and "See You Again in Korea" in Korean.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699746

[2026-03-22 12:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Japanese national detained in Iran last year has been released

Snippet: FILE -Japan’s Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi delivers a speech during the special Diet session, Feb. 20, 2026, in Tokyo. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/japan-iran-war-detention-release-193f389a5c1fbbcf6c17ff4afeb07d17

[2026-03-22 12:36 UTC+10:00] [Iran war] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Premier Li Qiang calls for a global pledge to open up, while ‘power politics’ runs rampant

Snippet: Li’s opening address to China Development Forum indirectly rebukes US as he states protectionism is no ‘panacea’ for solving problems

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347456/premier-li-qiang-calls-global-pledge-open-while-power-politics-runs-rampant

[2026-03-22 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese ‘new style tea’ makers expand in South Korea in challenge to coffee dominance

Snippet: More Koreans, aided by Beijing’s visa-free policies, are travelling to China where they become familiar with tea-based beverages

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3347417/chinese-new-style-tea-makers-expand-south-korea-challenge-coffee-dominance

[2026-03-22 12:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China food scandals: factories use smelly insoles, chemically bleached chicken feet to make snacks

Snippet: Foul-smelling production facility with sewage deposits on floor, harmful use of hydrogen peroxide spark official investigation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3347051/china-food-scandals-factories-use-smelly-insoles-chemically-bleached-chicken-feet-make-snacks

[2026-03-22 11:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fair weather expected due to easterlies in PH

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The entire archipelago would be experiencing fair weather throughout the day due to the easterlies, the state-run weather agency said on Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/news/fair-weather-expected-due-to-easterlies-in-ph/2304956

[2026-03-22 11:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fair weather expected in PH due to easterlies

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The entire archipelago would be experiencing fair weather throughout the day due to the easterlies, the state-run weather agency said on Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/news/fair-weather-expected-in-ph-due-to-easterlies/2304956

[2026-03-22 11:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Australia facing 'crunch time' as oil shortages move up supply chain

Snippet: Asia's refineries are scouring the world for supplies of crude oil after the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. (Reuters: Vivek Prakash)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-22/iran-war-leaves-asias-oil-refiners-scrambling/106470932

[2026-03-22 11:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: By Will Jackson

Snippet: Will Jackson is a digital producer with the ABC's Asia Pacific Newsroom.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/will-jackson/11853492

[2026-03-22 11:32 UTC+10:00] [BTS] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ‘So awesome’: BTS fans on K-pop’s biggest comeback

Snippet: Tens of thousands gathered in Seoul to show that, after a four-year hiatus, they had still kept a place for the band in a very changed world

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/mar/22/bts-concert-arirang-kpop-fans-comeback-south-korea-seoul

[2026-03-22 11:15 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [From the scene] Inside university labs training Korea’s future chip engineers

Snippet: Government-backed effort channels funding into universities to strengthen Korea’s chip workforce

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699720

[2026-03-22 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Singapore] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Visit Malaysia 2026 meets an Iran war crisis it never planned for

Snippet: Malaysia’s reliance on Gulf hubs is exposed as long-haul fares soar, but 21 million annual arrivals from Singapore offer a buffer

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3347358/visit-malaysia-2026-meets-iran-war-crisis-it-never-planned

[2026-03-22 10:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Seiya Suzuki to miss Cubs' opener after injuring knee in WBC

Snippet: Japan’s Seiya Suzuki is helped off the field after being injured at second base at the with the first inning during a World Baseball Classic quarterfinal game against Venezuela, Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/seiya-suzuki-chicago-cubs-knee-1eac12d1313a712e89b6cf696b06be21

[2026-03-22 09:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala rises to 44th in WTA live rankings after reaching Miami Open 4th round

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Regaining 120 points after advancing to the Miami Open fourth round, Alex Eala leaped from 48th to 44th in the WTA live rankings Sunday morning.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/sports/eala-rises-to-44th-in-wta-live-rankings-after-reaching-miami-open-4th-round/2304939

[2026-03-22 09:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala secures P6.36M for barging into Miami Open 4th round

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala secured $105,720 in prize money or P6.36 million for reaching the WTA 1000 Miami Open fourth round Sunday morning in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/sports/alex-eala-secures-p636m-for-barging-into-miami-open-4th-round/2304941

[2026-03-22 09:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala downs Linette to reach Miami Open fourth round

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala advanced to the WTA 1000 Miami Open fourth round after dropping Polish Magda Linette, 6-3, 7-6 (2), in their round of 32 match at the Hard Rock Stadium Grandstand Court Sunday morning in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/sports/eala-downs-linette-to-reach-miami-open-fourth-round/2304937

[2026-03-22 09:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How China’s traditional powerhouses are handling its economic transformation

Snippet: AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Economy SeriesHow China’s traditional powerhouses are handling its economic transformationAs China undergoes a sweeping economic transition, its powerhouses of yesteryear must adapt or risk falling behind, as traditional industries become less reliable growth drivers. In this series, we explore three representative areas of the country as they attempt to navigate this rapidly changing environment.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/series/3347451/how-chinas-traditional-powerhouses-are-handling-its-economic-transformation

[2026-03-22 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: AI, flying cars drive economic transition in China’s Kunshan

Snippet: City at heart of Yangtze River Delta region sees new tech dreams emerge as old ones based on mass production of electronics fade

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347381/kunshan-chinas-foxconn-nerve-centre-old-tech-tries-learn-new-tricks

[2026-03-22 08:27 UTC+10:00] [Sport / Soccer] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Japan coach's dig at Aussie nightlife

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/japan-coachs-dig-at-aussie-nightlife-20260322-p5rmeh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-22 07:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Analysis by Hellena Souisa

Snippet: Hellena Souisa is a journalist at the ABC's Asia Pacific Newsroom. You can follow her on Twitter: @sweethellena

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/hellena-souisa/11873142