[2026-03-14 02:00 UTC+10:00] [Scott Bessent] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US-China trade talks: what to expect as senior officials meet in Paris

Snippet: Both sides have short-term incentives to maintain their ‘trade truce’ so they can focus on dealing with domestic issues, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3346505/us-china-trade-talks-what-expect-senior-officials-meet-paris

[2026-03-14 01:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: East Asian Countries Eye Russian Oil Imports Amid Global Energy Shock

Snippet: A growing number of countries in East Asia are moving or considering moves to buy Russian oil as governments scramble to boost supplies and ease soaring prices caused by the war in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/03/13/east-asian-countries-eye-russian-oil-imports-amid-global-energy-shock-a92219

[2026-03-14 01:35 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: 64% of Filipinos support passage of anti-political dynasty law – Pulse Asia | 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-13-2026/

[2026-03-14 01:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Famed Japanese artist Kusama featured in new German exhibit

Snippet: People walk through the artwork ‘Infinity Mirrored Room’ during a preview of the new major exhibition of legendary Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama at the Museum Ludwig in Cologne, Thursday, March 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/yayoi-kusama-ludwig-cologne-germany-japan-7847250b9cfd95e7e503c86f5540b25e

[2026-03-14 01:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Six Georgian rugby players sanctioned under anti-doping rules in urine sample substitution case

Snippet: President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Witold Banka speaks during a press briefing for the upcoming 2025 WADA World Conference on Doping in Sports, in Seoul, South Korea, Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man, file)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/georgia-rugby-doping-world-cup-bb37fe9b1f725d3c2fdba4d05adbde29

[2026-03-14 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Women's Asian Cup 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Matildas make room for bigger questions over future after Asian Cup escape | Joey Lynch

Snippet: A narrow win over North Korea shows the Matildas aren’t done yet. Even if the balance of play suggests they should be

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/football/blog/2026/mar/13/matildas-asian-cup-north-korea-analysis

[2026-03-14 01:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Ghanaian companies ready to partner Korean firms: President Mahama

Snippet: Ghanaian companies are ready to expand partnerships with Korean firms and position themselves as a gateway for South Korea’s investment into the broader African market.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694107

[2026-03-14 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Australia edge North Korea to reach Women’s Asian Cup semis, earn World Cup spot

Snippet: Matildas outplayed by their youthful opponents but take their only chances, will face either holders China or Chinese Taipei in last four

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3346550/australia-edge-north-korea-reach-womens-asian-cup-semi-finals-clinch-world-cup-berth

[2026-03-14 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Apple’s Mac Mini selling out across China as OpenClaw fever rages

Snippet: The few retailers who still have units jack up prices as demand surges for the computer, seen as ideal for safely running the AI tool

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3346538/apples-mac-mini-selling-out-across-china-openclaw-fever-rages

[2026-03-14 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Deadly strike on Iran primary school raises questions about AI use in war

Snippet: While cutting-edge technologies process vast amounts of data, human decisions remain the focal point when systems fail, observers say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3346519/deadly-strike-iranian-primary-school-raises-questions-about-ai-accountability

[2026-03-14 00:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: No winner in Ultra lotto 6/55, Mega lotto 6/45 draws for March 13

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — There were no winners in the Ultra lotto 6/55 and Mega lotto 6/45 draws on Friday night, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/13/news/no-winner-in-ultra-lotto-655-mega-lotto-645-draws-for-march-13/2299725

[2026-03-14 00:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Navy Monitors Chinese Rocket Transit Over Palawan Airspace

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Western Naval Command (WNC) on Friday confirmed that a suspected People’s Republic of China (PRC) Long March 8A rocket was observed traversing Palawan airspace between approximately 3:58 AM and 4:02 AM today.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/13/news/navy-monitors-chinese-rocket-transit-over-palawan-airspace/2299760

[2026-03-14 00:20 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong government workers warned not to install OpenClaw due to security risks

Snippet: Digital Policy Office points to potential risks of AI agent, including unauthorised data access, leakage and system intrusion

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3346552/hong-kong-government-workers-warned-not-install-openclaw-due-security-risks

[2026-03-14 00:20 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Funding cuts trigger calls for help on jobs from Hong Kong’s physiotherapists

Snippet: Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association alarmed by hiring freezes and job losses at NGOs despite rising demand for services

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3346549/funding-cuts-trigger-calls-help-jobs-hong-kongs-physiotherapists

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Will Paracels dispute overshadow China-Vietnam drive for closer strategic ties?

Snippet: Foreign, defence and public security ministers are to meet after images suggested China had started land reclamation works at Antelope Reef

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3346539/will-paracels-dispute-overshadow-china-and-vietnams-drive-stronger-strategic-ties

[2026-03-13 23:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Quick hits: Arnold heroic, forwards clinical as Matildas withstand dark arts

Snippet: Alanna Kennedy (left) and Mackenzie Arnold (centre) were the Matildas heroes as North Korea missed a golden opportunity to advance despite dominating. (Getty Images)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-13/matildas-vs-north-korea-quick-hits-arnold-kerr-kennedy-finishing/106454076

[2026-03-13 23:45 UTC+10:00] [Chinese] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Strait of Hormuz transiting ships flash ‘China owner’ signals to evade Iran blockade

Snippet: Analysts see ‘diplomatic bulletproofing’ in vessels leveraging Beijing’s neutrality, while some Chinese-linked ships clear chokepoint

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3346542/strait-hormuz-transiting-ships-flash-china-owner-signals-evade-iran-blockade

[2026-03-13 23:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Sam Kerr leads Australia to Women's Asian Cup semifinals and World Cup berth

Snippet: Australia’s Sam Kerr reacts after scoring her team’s second goal during the Women’s Asian Cup quarterfinal soccer match between Australia and North Korea in Perth, Australia, Friday, March 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Gary Day)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/australia-north-korea-womens-asian-cup-cf679456fa3f39e49a15fdaef62e7362

[2026-03-13 23:23 UTC+10:00] [passive euthanasia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indian man in 13-year vegetative state allowed to die by Supreme Court

Snippet: Harish Rana was comatose and bedridden for over a decade. Now, the Supreme Court has ruled that his ‘endless misery’ can finally end

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3346540/indian-man-13-year-vegetative-state-allowed-die-supreme-court

[2026-03-13 23:13 UTC+10:00] [Women's Asian Cup 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Matildas survive North Korea scare to book spot in Women’s Asian Cup semi-final

Snippet: Australia win 2-1 over Korea DPR in nervous tussle in Perth

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/mar/13/australia-matildas-north-korea-womens-asian-cup-football-report

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Could China’s gallium oxide leap leave US F-22 radar 2 generations behind?

Snippet: Chinese team’s semiconductor tech research combines power and memory, allowing for smaller and more powerful military electronics

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3346507/could-chinas-gallium-oxide-leap-leave-us-f-22-radar-2-generations-behind

[2026-03-13 22:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Iran soccer team says it can't be excluded from playing at World Cup

Snippet: Irans’s players pose for a team photo before an Asian group A qualifying soccer match against North Korea for the 2026 World Cup, June 10, 2025, at Azadi Stadium in Tehran, Iran. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi, file)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/world-cup-iran-fifa-trump-d751ae8ece69e4cd33f1193bdaf1fa9d

[2026-03-13 22:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: DOST calls for stronger interdisciplinary collaboration to address national challenges

Snippet: The Department of Science and Technology-National Research Council of the Philippines (DOST-NRCP) on March 13, 2026 stresses the need for stronger collaboration across different disciplines to help address the country’s most challenging issues. Speaking at the 2026 annual scientific conference in Pasay City, DOST Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. said that research must not be confined to publications alone but must translate into initiatives that foster national development.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/13/videos/watch-dost-calls-for-stronger-interdisciplinary-collaboration-to-address-national-challenges/2299533

[2026-03-13 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Donald Trump] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Beijing warns US over Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong and Taiwan arms sales ahead of Trump visit

Snippet: Foreign ministry urges US to ‘safeguard the stable development of China-US relations and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3346526/beijing-warns-us-over-jimmy-lai-hong-kong-and-taiwan-arms-sales-ahead-trump-visit

[2026-03-13 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Chinese warplane activity declines around Taiwan

Snippet: In this image made from video, a mirage fighter jet prepares to take off at an Air base in Hsinchu, Taiwan, Thursday, April 6, 2023. (AP Photo, file)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-taiwan-military-flights-decline-b24b743955ab9544513c1de151e2b870

[2026-03-13 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Sigenergy Inaugurates Nantong Smart Energy Center, Pioneering "AI in All" Strategy and Next-Gen Energy Portfolio

Snippet: NANTONG, China, March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sigenergy today officially inaugurated the Sigenergy Nantong Smart Energy Center in Nantong, Jiangsu Province, China, marking a new milestone in the company's global development. The event brought together nearly 2,000 guests from more than 50 countries and regions, including founders, CEOs, and senior executives from leading distributors and installation partners worldwide, demonstrating Sigenergy's rising global influence and leadership in innovation.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694085

[2026-03-13 22:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: AFP: No indications US is pulling out military assets in PH amid ongoing war in Iran

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday clarified that there are no indications the United States is withdrawing its military assets from the Philippines for use in its ongoing war with Iran.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/13/news/afp-no-indications-us-is-pulling-out-military-assets-in-ph-amid-ongoing-war-in-iran/2299711

[2026-03-13 21:39 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ASEAN ministers urge halt to Middle East war as crisis rattles energy and trade

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/asean-ministers-urge-halt-middle-east-war-march-13-2026/

[2026-03-13 21:38 UTC+10:00] [Formula One 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Russell takes pole for China GP sprint race in Mercedes front-row lockout

Snippet: Verstappen describes Red Bull as ‘undriveable’ on radio

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/mar/13/george-russell-pole-china-gp-sprint-race-mercedes-lando-norris-f1

[2026-03-13 21:34 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: One-fifth of Australian teens still use TikTok, Snapchat after social media ban

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/technology/social-media/australia-teen-ban-continued-tiktok-snapchat-userbase/

[2026-03-13 21:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Alpine F1 team boss says Mercedes is interested in buying a stake in his team

Snippet: Alpine driver Pierre Gasly of France steers his car during the sprint qualifying ahead of the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix, in Shanghai, China, Friday, March 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/alpine-mercedes-otro-f1-briatore-25f7138e5ccdc4ea0e9edc101ec6b48d

[2026-03-13 21:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: India's Modi reaches out to Iran as energy crunch fears grip the South Asian nation

Snippet: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian within hours of Tehran's new supreme leader vowing to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, as New Delhi scrambles to mitigate energy supply risks.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/13/indias-modi-reaches-out-to-iran-as-energy-crunch-fears-grip-the-south-asian-nation-.html

[2026-03-13 21:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Danny Green not a fan of 4-point shot

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Three-time champion Danny Green is known for his clutch three-point shooting in the NBA. But much as loves to shoot from long distance the 15-year NBA veteran said he is not a fan of the 4-point shot.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/13/sports/danny-green-not-a-fan-of-4-point-shot/2299493

[2026-03-13 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan taps oil reserves as Iran war spreads. Could it give China leverage?

Snippet: With Tokyo and Beijing still at loggerheads over Taiwan, analysts warn Japan’s decision exposes its economic vulnerability

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3346499/japan-taps-oil-reserves-iran-war-spreads-could-it-give-china-leverage

[2026-03-13 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Li Xinying] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Death of Chinese scientist Li Xinying, 48, in Egypt raises sharp questions back home

Snippet: Mystery surrounds the prominent genetic psychologist’s death after official explanation cites ‘non-specific respiratory failure’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3346434/death-chinese-scientist-li-xinying-48-egypt-raises-sharp-questions-back-home

[2026-03-13 21:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese man posts a big note on mother-in-law’s suitcase to seek help for her solo travel

Snippet: Thoughtful son-in-law goes the extra mile to make sure illiterate woman in her 60s is safe; Good Samaritan student on same flight offers help

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3346109/chinese-man-posts-big-note-mother-laws-suitcase-seek-help-her-solo-travel

[2026-03-13 20:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Ariella Arida shines at Kosmas Pickle Fest, bags 2 golds

Snippet: CEBU CITY, Philippines – Miss Universe 2013 third runner-up Ariella Arida blended poise and precision on the pickleball court, showing that beauty and sporting excellence can go hand in hand as she captured two gold medals in the Kosmas Pickle Fest 2026 Adult Categories at the Net and Paddle courts here Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/13/sports/ariella-arida-shines-at-kosmas-pickle-fest-bags-2-golds/2299482

[2026-03-13 20:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cars, cruise add extra thrill to Southwoods Invitational

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Three lucky golfers will drive home brand new cars while several others stand to win a host of high-end prizes when the Southwoods Invitational 2026 gets going on March 16 at the Manila Southwoods Golf and Country Clubs Masters and Legends courses in Carmona, Cavite.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/13/sports/cars-cruise-add-extra-thrill-to-southwoods-invitational/2299481

[2026-03-13 20:43 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea warns of stern response to Japan PM's renewed Dokdo claim

Snippet: South Korea's foreign ministry said Friday it will take stern action against Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's renewed territorial claim over the easternmost South Korean islets of Dokdo.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694064

[2026-03-13 20:35 UTC+10:00] [Warmadewa University] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is Bali’s Kuta Beach disappearing? Coastal erosion crisis threatens famed shoreline

Snippet: Experts warn extreme weather and decades of coastal development on the resort island have worsened the situation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3346510/balis-kuta-beach-disappearing-coastal-erosion-crisis-threatens-famed-shoreline

[2026-03-13 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Neuralink] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In a first for China, Neuracle’s implantable brain-computer interface wins approval

Snippet: China’s BCI start-ups, seen as potential rivals to Elon Musk’s Neuralink, gain momentum as regulatory support and new capital fuel growth

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3346495/first-china-neuracles-implantable-brain-computer-interface-wins-approval

[2026-03-13 20:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Live: Matildas take on North Korea in blockbuster Asian Cup quarterfinal

Snippet: It is crunch time for the Matildas, who face women's football heavyweight North Korea in their sudden-death quarterfinal in Perth.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-13/matildas-vs-north-korea-womens-asian-cup-live-updates/106453672

[2026-03-13 20:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Matildas survive nervy finish to book spot in Asian Cup semifinals

Snippet: Sam Kerr was one of the Matildas' best in the win over North Korea. (Getty Images: Paul Kane)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-13/matildas-beat-north-korea-book-spot-asian-cup-semis-perth/106453672

[2026-03-13 20:10 UTC+10:00] [Women's Asian Cup 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australia v North Korea: Women’s Asian Cup 2026 quarter-final – live

Snippet: Updates as Matildas and Korea DPR meet at HBF Park

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2026/mar/13/australia-v-north-korea-womens-asian-cup-2026-quarter-final-live

[2026-03-13 20:01 UTC+10:00] [Bahrain] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China announces AI boost to radar as drone swarms confound detectors in Iran war

Snippet: Technology allows radar to observe moving targets from multiple angles, gain dynamic information – and even identify potential decoy drones

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3346493/china-announces-ai-boost-radar-drone-swarms-confound-detectors-iran-war

[2026-03-13 19:58 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Philippines looks to regulate power market as LNG prices surge

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/philippines-eyes-regulate-power-market-lng-prices-surge-march-13-2026/

[2026-03-13 19:25 UTC+10:00] [Global Risk-Reward Monitor] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: While America fights, China builds

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/while-america-fights-china-builds/

[2026-03-13 19:15 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Army expands VR-based training for reservists

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 South Korea–US Combined Forces Command.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694018

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

Source: AP News

Title: Blues host the Oilers after Snuggerud's 2-goal game

Snippet: Edmonton Oilers (32-26-8, in the Pacific Division) vs. St. Louis Blues (26-29-10, in the Central Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/edmonton-oilers-st-louis-blues-jimmy-snuggerud-carolina-hurricanes-e3d6568966ea4ec9a505918d5723b2f3

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

Source: AP News

Title: Canadiens host the Sharks on 3-game winning streak

Snippet: San Jose Sharks (31-26-6, in the Pacific Division) vs. Montreal Canadiens (36-18-10, in the Atlantic Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/montreal-canadiens-san-jose-sharks-0315d6e7f079480e84cf62a8d9949a1d