Topic: Asia Pacific - 5th Estate

Snippet: HONG KONG, March 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The iconic skyline of Victoria Harbour will serve as the backdrop for a landmark electronic music event this spring. DJ Snake Live in Hong Kong – French May Arts Festival 2026: Sino-French Electronic Music Show, presented by French May Arts Festival (French May) 2026 and organized by Occasions Asia Pacific, the global superstar DJ Snake will command the stage at a massive open-air headline show on 8 May, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688995

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[2026-03-07 02:17 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ICC junks new request to free Duterte

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/icc-appeals-chamber-junks-request-free-rodrigo-duterte-march-6-2026/

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[2026-03-07 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Shohei Ohtani had record-setting performance in Team Japan’s 13-0 in first game of WBC

Snippet: It appears Team Samurai’s defense of their World Baseball Classic title is off to a good start.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/06/sports/shohei-ohtani-team-japan-beat-chinese-taipei-13-0-in-wbc/

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

Source: AP News

Title: Japan and Canada sign agreement to step up defense and energy cooperation

Snippet: TOKYO (AP) — Japan and Canada signed a strategic agreement Friday aimed at strengthening cooperation in defense, economic and energy security as military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel fueled concern about international oil supplies.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/japan-canada-defense-economic-security-6498f3fe3d3a4804f8ce0165b4eebd51

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[2026-03-07 01:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Toyota, Hyundai and Chinese automakers expected to be most impacted by Iran war

Snippet: DETROIT — Toyota Motor, Hyundai Motor and Chinese automakers such as Chery face the most potential impact of non-domestic automakers from the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, according to an analysis by Bernstein.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/06/iran-war-automakers-toyota-hyundai-china.html

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[2026-03-07 01:10 UTC+10:00] [Commerce Minister Wang Wentao] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Beijing vows to expand imports amid ‘China shock’ fears

Snippet: Beijing promises to source advanced tech, consumer goods and agricultural products from overseas while diversifying markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345772/beijing-vows-expand-imports-amid-china-shock-fears

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[2026-03-07 01:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Mi Hyang Lee has a bogey-free 66 to lead LPGA in China

Snippet: HAINAN ISLAND, China (AP) — Mi Hyang Lee played bogey-free in windy conditions on Friday and posted a 6-under 66, giving her a one-shot lead in the Blue Bay LPGA going into the weekend as the South Korean chases her first LPGA title in more than eight years.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/lpga-blue-bay-china-lee-liu-kim-e599cc9ad5d020298c65c6f7c349cc63

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[2026-03-07 00:41 UTC+10:00] [Game Science] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Zhejiang, Guangdong provinces vie to heed Xi Jinping’s call for innovation

Snippet: Officials from Yangtze River Delta, Greater Bay Area outline ambitions after president calls for provincial economies to lead in technology

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3345770/chinas-zhejiang-guangdong-provinces-vie-heed-xi-jinpings-call-innovation

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[2026-03-07 00:40 UTC+10:00] [Matt Humphries] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Team Alive-Rampage claims Rolex China Sea Race line honours, but record remains intact

Snippet: Phillip Turner and Noel Chan’s Reichel/Pugh 66 reaches the Philippines in elapsed time of 49 hours, 55 minutes and 57 seconds

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3345769/team-alive-rampage-claims-rolex-china-sea-race-line-honours-record-remains-intact

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[2026-03-07 00:34 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong authorities rule out chartering Cathay Pacific flights to Middle East

Snippet: Sources say officials discussed with carrier sending planes to bring stranded residents home, but option deemed fraught with uncertainty

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3345768/hong-kong-authorities-rule-out-chartering-cathay-pacific-flights-middle-east

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Inside China’s 15th 5-year plan: AI, fusion and defence drive next frontier

Snippet: Beijing’s sweeping 2026-2030 plan lays out blueprint for navigating a complex and turbulent international environment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345767/inside-chinas-15th-5-year-plan-ai-fusion-and-defence-drive-next-frontier

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[2026-03-07 00:27 UTC+10:00] [World Baseball Classic] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Ohtani’s grand slam ignites Tokyo Dome as Japan rout Taiwan in World Baseball Classic opener

Snippet: Ohtani grand slam sparks 10-run second inning

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/mar/06/shohei-ohtani-grand-slam-japan-taiwan-wbc-opener

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[2026-03-07 00:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16

Snippet: Indonesia will be the first country in Southeast Asia to restrict the access of children to social media. (AP: Dita Alangkara)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-07/indonesia-to-ban-social-media-for-under-16s/106427038

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[2026-03-07 00:05 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Philippines pushes for ASEAN disaster response framework

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/dswd-disaster-response-framework-asean-2026/

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[2026-03-07 00:05 UTC+10:00] [Zheng Shanjie] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China pledges full support for tech sector with broad range of new policies

Snippet: China’s top economic officials outline plans to support tech firms with stock market reforms and measures to stimulate demand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345764/china-pledges-full-support-tech-sector-broad-range-new-policies

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesia to ban under-16s from ‘high-risk’ social media platforms

Snippet: Minister Meutya Hafid said the restrictions would protect children from online harms, but experts warned enforcement might prove difficult

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3345763/indonesia-ban-under-16s-high-risk-social-media-platforms

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[2026-03-06 23:54 UTC+10:00] [Opinion] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Iran war could ultimately weaken US and benefit China

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/iran-war-could-ultimately-weaken-us-and-benefit-china/

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[2026-03-06 23:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Nasdaq Executive Visits Galaxy as Star Legend Emerges as Key Strategic Partner

Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea, March 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 4, Bob McCooey, Vice Chairman at Nasdaq, visited the headquarters of Galaxy Corporation, where the two sides discussed the company's potential pathways to accessing the U.S. capital markets and prospects for international expansion.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688981

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[2026-03-06 23:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Feng Xingya, the Chairman of GAC Group: Enhance global competitiveness of China's automotive industry by "Going Global with Standards"

Snippet: BEIJING, March 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Feng Xingya, a deputy to the National People's Congress and Chairman of GAC Group, has arrived in Beijing for the 2026 National Two Sessions. He submitted multiple proposals on high-quality development of the automotive industry and improvement of people's wellbeing. Among them, the topic of automobile exports particularly highlights the strong momentum of China's automotive industry as it rises toward global leadership.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688980

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[2026-03-06 23:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Moscow sees significant rise in demand for Russian oil, gas amid Iran war

Snippet: The Kremlin has said the United States-Israeli war on Iran had prompted “a significant increase in demand” for Russian energy products, a day after the ⁠US Treasury issued a 30-day waiver allowing India to buy Russian oil currently stuck at sea.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/6/moscow-sees-significant-rise-in-demand-for-russian-oil-gas-amid-iran-war

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[2026-03-06 23:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos orders temporary 4-day workweek in some executive offices

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday ordered the temporary implementation of a four-day workweek in some executive branch offices starting March 9, as part of the government’s efforts to conserve energy and reduce fuel use amid rising global oil prices triggered by the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/06/news/marcos-orders-temporary-4-day-workweek-in-some-executive-offices/2294857

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[2026-03-06 23:24 UTC+10:00] [Ariasandy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: DNA confirms mutilated remains found on Bali beach belong to kidnapped Ukrainian

Snippet: Ihor Komarov, a 28-year-old Ukrainian national, was reported abducted in mid-February while riding a motorcycle with a friend in Jimbaran

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3345757/dna-confirms-mutilated-remains-found-bali-beach-belong-kidnapped-ukrainian

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[2026-03-06 23:14 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Indonesia to restrict social media access for children under 16, minister says

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/indonesia-restrict-social-media-access-children-under-16/

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[2026-03-06 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: A guide to the six sports at the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics

Snippet: Oksana Masters, center, of the U.S. competes during a ceremony for the women’s middle distance sitting event of para cross country skiing at the 2022 Winter Paralympics, Saturday, March 12, 2022, in Zhangjiakou, China. Masters took the silver medal. (AP Photo/Shuji Kajiyama, file)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/paralympics-milan-cortina-sports-explainer-0de95c3689137dcc5069b3a4c6eaeb21

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[2026-03-06 23:00 UTC+10:00] [South China Sea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why China wants stronger policing of disputed waters under new 5-year plan

Snippet: Focus on maritime law enforcement believed to highlight growing challenges facing Beijing, particularly in the South China Sea

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345729/why-china-wants-stronger-policing-disputed-waters-under-new-5-year-plan

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[2026-03-06 22:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16

Snippet: Indonesia will ban social media for children under 16, Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid said Friday.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/06/indonesia-to-ban-social-media-for-children-under-16/

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[2026-03-06 22:38 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: 4-day workweek in some gov’t offices starting March 9 — Marcos

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/government-preparations-four-day-workweek-middle-east-crisis/

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[2026-03-06 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Group C] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Women’s Asian ⁠Cup: China, North Korea seal quarter-final spots after dominant wins

Snippet: Holders China beat stubborn Uzbekistan while the Koreans, who have now scored eight goals in their two matches, defeat debutants Bangladesh

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3345742/womens-asian-cup-china-north-korea-seal-quarter-final-spots-after-dominant-wins

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[2026-03-06 22:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 2 tankers carrying India’s Reliance fuel ditch Europe, divert to Singapore, Southeast Asia

Snippet: Asian buyers are rushing to secure fuel as the near halt in traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, due to war, constrains oil supplies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3345744/2-tankers-carrying-indias-reliance-fuel-ditch-europe-divert-singapore-southeast-asia

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[2026-03-06 22:15 UTC+10:00] [Korean Language Speaking Contest] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Korean Language Speaking Contest offers prizes and an internship for non-native speakers

Snippet: Running until May 7, The Korea Times’ Korean Language Speaking Contest is split into speech and pronunciation categories

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/3345659/korean-language-speaking-contest-offers-prizes-and-internship-non-native-speakers

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[2026-03-06 22:04 UTC+10:00] [South Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Iran war rocks Indian Ocean, torpedoing India’s strategic autonomy

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/iran-war-rocks-indian-ocean-torpedoing-indias-strategic-autonomy/

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[2026-03-06 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s market regulator vows more oversight to shore up confidence

Snippet: Crackdown on fraud, stronger governance, higher dividends and more buy-backs will enhance appeal of Chinese assets, CSRC chief Wu Qing says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3345738/chinas-securities-regulator-vows-tougher-oversight-shore-stock-market-confidence

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[2026-03-06 21:57 UTC+10:00] [Zheng Shanjie] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 8 takeaways from the economic briefing at China’s ‘two sessions’

Snippet: China’s top economic officials laid out their priorities for trade, technology and investment in 2026

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345737/8-takeaways-economic-briefing-chinas-two-sessions

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[2026-03-06 21:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Shohei Ohtani's batting practice is a show of its own at the Tokyo Dome

Snippet: Japan’s Shohei Ohtani, left, practices in the nets before the start of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game between Japan and Taiwan Friday, March 6, 2026 in Tokyo. (AP Photo/Louise Delmotte)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/shohei-ohtani-world-baseball-classic-wbc-6e67ba60bc7b6d8b4575d9684cff7ff4

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[2026-03-06 21:35 UTC+10:00] [IRIS Dena] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sri Lanka takes control of Iranian ship, brings crew to shore

Snippet: ‘Every life is as precious as our own,’ said President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, amid transfer of over 200 sailors after distress call

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3345734/sri-lanka-takes-control-iranian-ship-brings-crew-shore

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[2026-03-06 21:12 UTC+10:00] [Anthony W. D. Anastasi] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China to pursue commercial health insurance to ease public strain, support drug innovation

Snippet: Commercial health insurance enters China’s policy agenda as an ageing population and costs strain basic coverage

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3345717/china-pursue-commercial-health-insurance-ease-public-strain-support-drug-innovation

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[2026-03-06 21:12 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korean Air extends suspension of Incheon-Dubai route through March 15

Snippet: Korean Air Co., South Korea's flag carrier, said Friday it has extended its suspension of the Incheon-Dubai route by one week through March 15 due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688949

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[2026-03-06 21:07 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Unification minister points to N. Korea's Kusong as 3rd site hosting uranium enrichment facility

Snippet: Unification Minister Chung Dong-young said Friday that North Korea is operating another uranium enrichment facility in the northwestern region of Kusong, along with previously reported ones in Yongbyon and Kangson.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688947

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[2026-03-06 21:05 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Bong Suntay faces complaint at Ombudsman over remarks on Anne Curtis

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/bong-suntay-complaint-ombudsman-women-groups-march-6-2026/

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[2026-03-06 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: How Iran and Venezuela strikes transform the Trump-Xi trade talks

Snippet: China's opposition to the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran is stoking tensions between Beijing and Washington just weeks before a high-stakes meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/06/trump-iran-war-china-trade-tariffs.html

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[2026-03-06 20:52 UTC+10:00] [National People's Congress] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s last CMC general urges more ‘political rectification’ in PLA centenary countdown

Snippet: Combat readiness and loyalty to Xi Jinping also highlighted in Central Military Commission vice-chairman’s remarks at ‘two sessions’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3345700/chinas-last-cmc-general-urges-more-political-rectification-pla-centenary-countdown

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[2026-03-06 20:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Pacific Tigers play in WCC Tournament against the Washington State Cougars

Snippet: Washington State Cougars (8-24, 7-12 WCC) vs. Pacific Tigers (11-18, 6-12 WCC)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/pacific-tigers-washington-state-cougars-college-sports-womens-college-basketball-college-basketball-24a6117667194c928da33e32e9bcd6be

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[2026-03-06 20:34 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: US Patriot missile batteries relocated to Osan Air Base amid speculation about deployment to Middle East

Snippet: US troops stationed in South Korea have relocated its Patriot missile defense batteries to Osan Air Base from other US bases, sources said Friday, amid speculation that the US Forces Korea could deploy part of its assets to the Middle East amid the escalating Iran conflict.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688937

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[2026-03-06 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Africa] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Qatar’s LNG halt exposes Asia’s energy vulnerability

Snippet: Analysts say the turmoil underscores Asia’s need to shift to renewable energy, as nations scramble for alternatives amid the disruption

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3345728/qatars-lng-halt-exposes-asias-energy-vulnerability

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[2026-03-06 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India's tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16 - DailyNews

Snippet: The southern Indian state of Karnataka, home to the tech hub of Bengaluru, ‌banned the use of social media by those under the age of 16 on Friday, becoming the first in India to join global calls for more scrutiny of minors’ digital usage.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/breaking-news/962623/indias-tech-state-karnataka-bans-social-media-for-children-under-16/

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[2026-03-06 20:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Maersk, a bellwether for global trade, suspends two key shipping services due to Iran war

Snippet: Danish shipping giant Maersk on Friday temporarily suspended two services linking the Middle East to Asia and Europe as the Iran war continues to disrupt global supply chains.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/06/iran-war-shipping-maersk-middle-east-strait-of-hormuz-gulf.html

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