[2026-03-05 21:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Takeaways from China's national congress opening and 5-year blueprint

Snippet: Chinese Premier Li Qiang bows before delivering his report during the opening session of the National People’s Congress (NPC) in Beijing, Thursday, March 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-congress-economy-growth-target-6459c5f5b9bd7a538f9d7a7f17c304ef

[2026-03-05 21:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cignal snaps slump with win vs ZUS

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Vanie Gandler has one goal in mind in the tournament — and that is to help the Cignal Super Spikers win a championship.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/05/sports/cignal-snaps-slump-with-win-vs-zus/2293818

[2026-03-05 21:30 UTC+10:00] [Elon Musk] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China is world’s billionaire capital again as Hurun Rich List swells on stock surge

Snippet: Global billionaire population hits record, led by Elon Musk, as China adds 287 names and AI emerges as a top wealth generator

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3345577/china-worlds-billionaire-capital-again-hurun-rich-list-swells-stock-surge

[2026-03-05 21:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: Russian Oil Tankers Re-Route to India Despite U.S. Tariff Threats – Bloomberg

Snippet: At least two Russian oil tankers that were initially expected to dock in East Asia have changed course to India, Bloomberg reported on Thursday, signaling that authorities in New Delhi may be looking to renew crude shipments from Russia despite tariff threats from the Trump administration.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/03/05/russian-oil-tankers-re-route-to-india-despite-us-tariff-threats-bloomberg-a92123

[2026-03-05 21:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Podi Lassie further remanded - DailyNews

Snippet: Notorious organized criminal and drug trafficker Janith Madusankha, alias “Podi Lassie,” has been remanded in custody until March 17, 2026. The order was delivered today, March 5, by the Baddegama Magistrate’s Court following his recent extradition from India.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/breaking-news/961972/podi-lassie-further-remanded/

[2026-03-05 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US submarine strike on Iranian warship near Sri Lanka rattles the region

Snippet: Experts say the strike highlights the risk of the conflict spreading into Asian waters and tests India’s careful diplomatic balancing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3345575/us-sinking-iranian-warship-near-sri-lanka-sparks-regional-anxiety-pressure-india

[2026-03-05 21:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Taiwan actress, 58, praised for ‘youthful’ looks advocates against ‘female competition’

Snippet: Former teen idol says she strives to be a ‘radiant mum’; calls on women to find partners who respect them for who they are

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/gender-diversity/article/3345344/taiwan-actress-58-praised-youthful-looks-advocates-against-female-competition

[2026-03-05 20:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Young aces eye Asia spotlight as Pickle Fest returns to Cebu

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Cebu takes center stage anew as it hosts the Kosmas Pickle Fest 2026, bannered by the PCL (Pickleball Champions League) Rising Stars U19 Sectional Tournament, beginning March 11at the Net and Paddle courts in Cebu City.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/05/sports/young-aces-eye-asia-spotlight-as-pickle-fest-returns-to-cebu/2293785

[2026-03-05 20:49 UTC+10:00] [European] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sky-high jump in airfares from Hong Kong to Europe, Americas – even Asian cities

Snippet: Economy-class fares to Paris, Rome and New York surge while cheapest return flight to Tokyo costs nearly HK$5,000

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3345571/sky-high-jump-airfares-hong-kong-europe-americas-even-asian-cities

[2026-03-05 20:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Gecosala eyes redemption as MJFC Digos netfest unfolds

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Krelz Gecosala returns to action with renewed determination as he seeks to bounce back from last week’s setback and pursue another double-title feat in the boys’ singles of the MJFC Digos City National Junior Tennis Championships at the Digos City Tennis Club in Davao del Sur.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/05/sports/gecosala-eyes-redemption-as-mjfc-digos-netfest-unfolds/2293778

[2026-03-05 20:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: BYD sales plunge in first two months of 2026 as EV giant loses more ground to competitors

Snippet: BYD lost ground to its domestic competitors over the first two months of the year, as overall demand in China's electric vehicle market slowed.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/05/drawdown-byd-chinese-ev-sales-mixed-results-holiday-lull.html

[2026-03-05 20:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Iran women's team breaks silence with anthem salute against Australia

Snippet: Iranians in Australia react with flags and political signs outside the stadium ahead of the Women’s Asia Cup soccer match between Australia and Iran in Robina, Australia, Thursday, March 5, 2026. (Dave Hunt/AAPImage via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-anthem-womens-asian-cap-australia-97bf62baf2cf31d71dcf6f57929ce9e8

[2026-03-05 20:37 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea imposes travel ban on Iran amid rising Middle East conflict

Snippet: South Korea imposed a travel ban on all of Iran amid rising security concerns linked to the escalating conflict in the Middle East, the foreign ministry said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688102

[2026-03-05 20:32 UTC+10:00] [ASML] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Top chip leaders urge national drive to ‘build China’s ASML’ amid US curbs

Snippet: Financial and human resources must be pooled and authorities should start drawing up plans immediately, top executives say in an article

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3345557/top-chip-leaders-urge-national-drive-build-chinas-asml-amid-us-curbs

[2026-03-05 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: China Cycle 2026: Building a Global Platform to Advance Global Cooperation and Innovation

Snippet: SHANGHAI, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- China International Bicycle Fair 2026 (China Cycle 2026) is expected to open May 5–8, 2026 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). Leveraging China's strategic position as a global hub for the bicycle industry, this year's trade show will set up an efficient business matching platform for domestic and international enterprises, fostering collaboration and development in the green mobility sector.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688098

[2026-03-05 20:26 UTC+10:00] [Military] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: US sub that sank Iranian frigate rattled China too

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/us-sub-that-sank-iranian-frigate-rattled-china-too/

[2026-03-05 20:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Canadiens visit the Ducks after Newhook's 2-goal game

Snippet: Montreal Canadiens (33-18-9, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Anaheim Ducks (34-24-3, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/montreal-canadiens-anaheim-ducks-alexander-newhook-san-jose-sharks-7e0d5461ecb049cd8ace21e735da0b86

[2026-03-05 20:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Los Angeles hosts New York in a non-conference matchup

Snippet: New York Islanders (35-22-5, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Los Angeles Kings (24-22-14, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/los-angeles-kings-new-york-islanders-new-york-85ab7f2645334651a8480c29d5ec3622

[2026-03-05 20:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Sharks take winning streak into home matchup against the Blues

Snippet: St. Louis Blues (23-29-9, in the Central Division) vs. San Jose Sharks (30-25-4, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/st-louis-blues-san-jose-sharks-e6575b3e4f6e4dc0996035711bb86cfb

[2026-03-05 20:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Golden Knights host the Wild after overtime victory

Snippet: Minnesota Wild (36-16-10, in the Central Division) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (29-19-14, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/vegas-golden-knights-minnesota-wild-detroit-red-wings-3cebea9235be4934bcb3bb0b16fd5c31

[2026-03-05 20:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Edmonton takes on Carolina after overtime victory

Snippet: Carolina Hurricanes (39-16-6, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Edmonton Oilers (30-24-8, in the Pacific Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/carolina-hurricanes-edmonton-oilers-connor-mcdavid-ottawa-senators-d62f3588245441e68859f98b1a8109ca

[2026-03-05 20:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Canucks bring losing streak into game against the Blackhawks

Snippet: Vancouver Canucks (18-36-7, in the Pacific Division) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (23-28-10, in the Central Division)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/vancouver-canucks-chicago-blackhawks-6a9b565d1ab540e58040ae7fe00cd6e2

[2026-03-05 20:05 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: BTS concerts to serve as model case in Korea’s crackdown on ticket scalping

Snippet: South Korea is moving to strengthen its fight against ticket scalping, with upcoming concerts by K-pop supergroup BTS expected to serve as a model case for the government’s new enforcement framework.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688086

[2026-03-05 19:53 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: China’s new 5-year plan calls for AI throughout its economy, tech breakthroughs

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/china-calls-ai-economy-breakthroughs-5-year-plan/

[2026-03-05 19:48 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Malacañang tells gov’t workers: Protect sensitive info

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/malacanang-reminder-government-workers-protect-sensitive-information/

[2026-03-05 19:41 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Iran war: short-term pain, long-term gain for China

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/iran-war-short-term-pain-long-term-gain-for-china/

[2026-03-05 19:30 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘Gender apartheid’: Why we can’t forget the women of Afghanistan

Snippet: March 5, 2026 — 7:30pm

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/gender-apartheid-why-we-can-t-forget-the-women-of-afghanistan-20260304-p5o7ig.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-05 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: LEAD Intelligent Dry Coating Equipment Wins InterBattery Equipment Award, Marking a Historic Breakthrough

Snippet: SEOUL, South Korea, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 3, at the 2026 InterBattery Innovation Awards held in Seoul, South Korea, Wuxi Lead Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. ("LEAD") was honored with the equipment award for its Dry Mixing & Coating System. LEAD was the only non-Korean company to receive an award at this year's exhibition and the first Chinese company to win the distinction since the award was established.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688030

[2026-03-05 19:03 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Indonesia gives Meta ‘stern warning’ over disinformation

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/indonesia-meta-warning-disinformation/

[2026-03-05 18:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: CCTV+: Dragon Dance Celebrates Lantern Festival in Historic City of Quzhou

Snippet: BEIJING, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 3, the Lantern Festival, the "Dragon Soaring Over the Ancient City • Fortune Bestowed Upon Quzhou" 2026 Lantern Festival dragon dance performance and exhibition took place in the historic city of Quzhou. Featuring 18 dragon dance troupes from across Quzhou City in east China's Zhejiang Province, the event presented a range of traditional folk performances recognized as intangible cultural heritage, offering locals and visitors an opportunity to experience the region's traditional festive

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687989

[2026-03-05 18:30 UTC+10:00] [Fact Check] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: FACT CHECK: PH not a target in Middle East conflict – DND

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/newsbreak/fact-check/philippines-not-target-middle-east-conflict-dnd/

[2026-03-05 18:06 UTC+10:00] [Opinion] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Iran war make a China attack on Taiwan more likely?

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/iran-war-make-a-china-attack-on-taiwan-more-likely/

[2026-03-05 18:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: En el 50mo aniversario de los Paralímpicos de Invierno se espera dominio chino

Snippet: Un grupo de personas toma fotos frente a los aros olímpicos en Cortina D’Ampezzo, Italia, el 20 de noviembre de 2025 (AP Foto/Andrew Medichini, archivo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/juegos-paralimpicos-milan-cortina-china-rusia-65e3589e281ac5f5c05735244e67a584

[2026-03-05 18:05 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Higher food prices push inflation up to 2.4% in February 2026

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/inflation-rate-philippines-february-2026/

[2026-03-05 17:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: China economic growth target set below 5% for the first time at key meeting

Snippet: Thousands of Chinese officials have gathered in Beijing for the opening session of the National People’s Congress (NPC), where delegates are approving the country’s economic and political roadmap for the next five years.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/5/china-economic-growth-target-set-below-5-for-the-first-time-at-key-meeting

[2026-03-05 17:48 UTC+10:00] [Prince Group] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore police seize yacht, cars, properties worth US$390 million in Prince Group probe

Snippet: Three men, including the captain of Chen Zhi’s superyacht, have been arrested in connection with the case, police announced

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3345539/singapore-police-seize-yacht-cars-properties-worth-us390-million-prince-group-probe

[2026-03-05 17:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Foreign Minister departs for Raisina Dialogue summit in India - DailyNews

Snippet: Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath departed for India today(05) to participate in the Raisina Dialogue 2026 summit, a key platform for discussions on regional security and diplomacy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/local/961847/foreign-minister-departs-for-raisina-dialogue-summit-in-india/

[2026-03-05 17:36 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul cautious on potential redeployment of USFK assets amid Iran strikes

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/10687881

[2026-03-05 17:33 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: China’s latest blueprint aims to close US technology gap and break old habits

Snippet: Beijing: Before an audience of dutifully applauding cadres at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, Chinese President Xi Jinping put his country on track for its lowest growth target in three decades, signalling China’s tentative shift away from chasing high-speed expansion.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/china-s-latest-blueprint-aims-to-close-us-technology-gap-and-break-old-habits-20260304-p5o7lu.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-05 17:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: ‘Buy European’ push highlights reliance on China EV supply chain

Snippet: Korean battery and EV makers see limited gains as Chinese supply chain remains entrenched

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687880

[2026-03-05 17:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Why Korean women decided to go on strike

Snippet: As International Women’s Day nears, thousands will walk out over Korea’s persistent gender inequality

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687879

[2026-03-05 17:29 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Women’s Asian Cup: South Korea win easily against Philippines to reach quarter-finals

Snippet: Runners-up to China in 2022, the Koreans become first team to reach last eight and will vie with hosts Australia for status of group winners

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3345534/womens-asian-cup-south-korea-win-easily-against-philippines-reach-quarter-finals

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Daewoo E&C selected as sole bidder for W10.7tr airport project

Snippet: Daewoo Engineering & Construction said Thursday it has been selected as the sole negotiating partner for the land reclamation project for the Gadeokdo New Airport in Busan, marking a key step toward advancing one of Korea’s largest infrastructure development projects.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687876

[2026-03-05 17:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: North Korea’s Kim oversees cruise missile tests from new naval destroyer - DailyNews

Snippet: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen the test-firing of “strategic cruise missiles” from a new 5,000-tonne naval destroyer before the vessel’s official commissioning, according to state media.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/breaking-news/961837/north-koreas-kim-oversees-cruise-missile-tests-from-new-naval-destroyer/

[2026-03-05 17:15 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Israel, Iran envoys defend positions in same-day press briefings

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/10687859

[2026-03-05 17:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: What 'King's Warden' gets right — and invents — about Korea's most tragic king

Snippet: As the blockbuster passes 10 million tickets sold, here's what the Sillok actually says

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687856

[2026-03-05 17:09 UTC+10:00] [South Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Missiles in the Gulf could dim the lights in Dhaka

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/missiles-in-the-gulf-could-dim-the-lights-in-dhaka/

[2026-03-05 17:07 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is looming Xi-Trump summit behind the PLA’s break in air sorties near Taiwan?

Snippet: Analysts believe the recent pause may be aimed at creating a conciliatory atmosphere in advance of this month’s leaders’ meeting

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3345527/looming-xi-trump-summit-behind-plas-break-air-sorties-near-taiwan

[2026-03-05 17:05 UTC+10:00] [Japan] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Social climber: Punch the monkey starts to outgrow his Ikea plushie

Snippet: Japanese baby macaque, who appeared to find comfort in the djungelskog toy after being rejected by his mother, seems to be mixing more with his peers

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/05/punch-the-monkey-outgrowing-ikea-plushie-djungelskog

[2026-03-05 17:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: China fija una meta de crecimiento más baja del 4,5% al 5% para 2026 ante un panorama complejo

Snippet: El primer ministro chino, Li Qiang, habla durante una sesión de apertura de la Asamblea Popular Nacional en Beijing, el jueves 5 de marzo de 2026. (AP Foto/Andy Wong)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-asamblea-nacional-crecimiento-793d77b070b6932938fae460ae026833