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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Graphic News] Global oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: The steady flow of Gulf oil to Europe, the US and Asia through the narrow Strait of Hormuz has created the world’s largest oil transit chokepoint.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10686127

[2026-03-04 10:00 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: House to vote on sufficiency in substance of VP Sara impeachment complaints

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/video-house-proceedings-sara-duterte-impeachment-complaints-march-4-2026/

[2026-03-04 09:48 UTC+10:00] [Asia Times] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Breaking: Khamenei son reportedly named Iran’s new supreme leader

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/khameneis-son-reportedly-chosen-as-irans-next-supreme-leader/

[2026-03-04 09:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Politics: Latest News and Updates | South China Morning Post

Snippet: China’s latest box office draw: spy thriller backed by state espionage agencyScare Out – supported by the intelligence services and made by acclaimed director Zhang Yimou – is one of the most popular films over Lunar New Year.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics

[2026-03-04 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s war on corruption – is this just the end of the beginning?

Snippet: More ‘tigers’ are being culled than ever before in a campaign that could be becoming the new normal

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3345287/chinas-war-corruption-just-end-beginning

[2026-03-04 09:00 UTC+10:00] [ASIA PACIFIC] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Taiwan’s FM calls for Taipei to be part of 'first island chain' security framework

Snippet: Weaving Taiwan into existing frameworks to create a stronger U.S.-led regional defense architecture is crucial to deterring Chinese aggression, the democratic island’s top diplomat told The Japan Times, as Taipei looks to deepen security ties with Tokyo and neighboring countries.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/03/04/asia-pacific/politics/taiwan-foreign-minister-lin-chia-lung-interview/

[2026-03-04 08:42 UTC+10:00] [Australia news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Eight-year-old Australian schoolgirl dies in snowmobile accident in Japan

Snippet: Chloe Jeffries from the Gold Coast in Queensland was holidaying in the Hakuba Valley with her family

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/04/australian-chloe-jeffries-dies-japan-snowmobile-accident

[2026-03-04 08:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: ABC News

Title: Australian schoolgirl killed in snowmobile accident in Japan

Snippet: Topic:Disasters, Accidents and Emergency Incidents

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-04/gold-coast-schoolgirl-dies-snowmobile-accident-japan/106412810

[2026-03-04 08:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Pacific Northwest Sportswatch Daily Listings

Snippet: Southern Cal at Washington — BTN

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/or-state-wire-idaho-oregon-wa-state-wire-data-skrive-f3397ba4be514c8444333eda8546de92

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: WBBA Releases Global Net5.5G Readiness Assessment and Certification Standards, and Huawei Unveils Upgraded Net5.5G IP Bearer Network Offerings to Boost New Industry Vitality

Snippet: BEIJING, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At MWC Barcelona 2026, the World Broadband Association (WBBA), together with global industry partners, released the Net5.5G Readiness Assessment and Certification white paper during the Broadband Development Congress (BDC). The white paper provides a standardized framework for intelligent network evolution for carriers and enterprises worldwide.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10686204

[2026-03-04 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India to provide research, innovation and technical assistance - DailyNews

Snippet: India has taken steps to provide research, innovation and technical assistance for the advancement of Sri Lanka’s digitalization project.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/business/960782/india-to-provide-research-innovation-and-technical-assistance/

[2026-03-04 06:55 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Eight-year-old Australian girl dies at Japan ski resort

Snippet: An Australian who died at a ski resort in Japan on Saturday has been identified as eight-year-old Chloe Jeffries from the Gold Coast.Japanese media reported Chloe's death after a snowmobile she and her mother were riding overturned near the ski resort town of Hakuba, north-west of Tokyo.She suffered serious head injuries and was flown to a hospital in Matsumoto City, where she later died.LIVE: Iran made chilling nuclear threat US claims; Trump furious with alliesChloe is being remembered for "the

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/australian-girl-chloe-jeffries-killed-at-japanese-ski-resort/937a08fa-025e-4a1b-84eb-18c973716597

[2026-03-04 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Curtain up in Delhi - DailyNews

Snippet: Every year in February, New Delhi, the Capital of India, transforms into a colorful theatrical stage. This is because of the Bharat Rang Mahotsav. The Bharat Rang Mahotsav is an annual theatre festival organized by the National School of Drama (NSD) in New Delhi, India. This year marked the 25th edition of the festival.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/features/960882/curtain-up-in-delhi/

[2026-03-04 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Deputy Minister to enhance foreign employment opportunities in Korea - DailyNews

Snippet: Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra concluded the visit to Korea from February 21 to 27, engaging in a series of meetings aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation in the field of foreign employment.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/local/960837/deputy-minister-to-enhance-foreign-employment-opportunities-in-korea/

[2026-03-04 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: KKS–Nagapattinam Passenger Ferry service resumes on Friday - DailyNews

Snippet: The passenger ferry service between Kankesanthurai (KKS) and Nagapattinam, India is scheduled to resume operations on Friday 06, restoring a key maritime link between Northern Sri Lanka and South India.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/local/960862/kks-nagapattinam-passenger-ferry-service-resumes-on-friday/

[2026-03-04 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SLNS Sagara and Nandimithra return from IFR and MILAN-26 naval exercise hosted by Indian Navy - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Navy Ships (SLNS) Sagara and Nandimithra sailed back into the Port of Colombo on February 27, having proudly flown the Sri Lankan flag at the International Fleet Review (IFR) and MILAN-26 multilateral naval exercise held in India. The vessels were welcomed with traditional naval honours upon their return.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/local/960865/slns-sagara-and-nandimithra-return-from-ifr-and-milan-26-naval-exercise-hosted-by-indian-navy/

[2026-03-04 06:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Gotterup gets his first trip to Augusta National

Snippet: Chris Gotterup hits from the ninth tee during the second round of the Genesis Invitational golf tournament at Riviera Country Club, Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Caroline Brehman)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/chris-gotterup-masters-augusta-tiger-usga-bf34f8c76803d3a9eb5c502e7991e6b8

[2026-03-04 05:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Japan transforms to challenge for Women's Asian Cup trophy

Snippet: Women's football in Japan has undergone a transformation in the last decade. (Getty Images: Icon Sportswire/Kevin Abele)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-04/nadeshiko-japan-transform-2026-afc-womens-asian-cup-football/106340836

[2026-03-04 05:08 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China urges Israel to end war in Iran as regional tensions escalate

Snippet: Beijing says US-Israeli strikes were in bad faith and calls for an immediate halt, a return to talks and opposition to unilateral action

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345325/china-urges-israel-end-war-iran-regional-tensions-escalate

[2026-03-04 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Sport / Soccer] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Age

Title: Have the Philippines showed rivals how to play against Matildas?

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Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/have-the-philippines-showed-rivals-how-to-play-against-matildas-20260302-p5o6jn.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-04 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Food / Eating out (Syd)] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Pizza Studio Tamaki, one of Tokyo’s best pizzerias, is opening in Sydney’s CBD

Snippet: American celebrity chef David Chang called it back in 2018: “The best pizza in the world is in Tokyo.”

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/sydney-eating-out/pizza-studio-tamaki-one-of-tokyo-s-best-pizzerias-is-opening-in-sydney-s-cbd-20260303-p5o6wg.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-04 03:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Filipino workers on life under fire in Mideast: 'We have to run fast'

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipina caregiver Charlot David made the run back and forth to the bomb shelter several times before deciding it was better to simply stay there. The 44-year-old mother of four, who has lived through "several wars" since moving to Israel in 2008, knew exactly what to do when the ear-splitting alert on her mobile phone first woke her on Saturday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/news/filipino-workers-on-life-under-fire-in-mideast-we-have-to-run-fast/2292536

[2026-03-04 03:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Superstitious Chinese snooker star Zhao betting on white to keep hot streak goingZhao says he is keeping the routine that led to his World Grand Prix win in Hong Kong, right down to what he wears for his next match.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/china

[2026-03-04 03:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the .

Snippet: The PostMag Quick CrosswordWednesday, 4 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-03-04

[2026-03-04 03:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Mini Sudoku.

Snippet: Mini SudokuWednesday, 4 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-03-04

[2026-03-04 03:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the SCMP Cryptic Crossword.

Snippet: The SCMP Cryptic CrosswordWednesday, 4 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-03-04

[2026-03-04 03:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Word Search.

Snippet: Word SearchWednesday, 4 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-03-04

[2026-03-04 03:13 UTC+10:00] [Shipping industry] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: China calls for vessels in strait of Hormuz to be protected amid soaring shipping costs

Snippet: Beijing’s foreign ministry urges ‘all parties’ to avoid escalation as spot rate for tankers reaches $424,000 a day

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/03/china-calls-protection-vessels-strait-hormuz-amid-soaring-shipping-costs

[2026-03-04 03:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The rest of PH should follow Manila’s lead

Snippet: ON Monday, Manila City Mayor Isko Moreno issued an executive order directing the city government to immediately reduce its fuel use by 50 percent, in anticipation of higher fuel prices and constricted supplies due to the ongoing war by the United States and Israel against Iran. It was an eminently sensible decision on the part of Mayor Moreno, and one that should immediately be duplicated at every level of government across the Philippines.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/opinion/editorial/the-rest-of-ph-should-follow-manilas-lead/2292472

[2026-03-04 03:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Blasts rock Kabul amid border battles with Pakistan

Snippet: KABUL — Agence France-Presse (AFP) journalists in Kabul heard multiple explosions and gunfire on Tuesday, as Afghan and Pakistani troops kept up their border battles.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/world/asia-oceania/blasts-rock-kabul-amid-border-battles-with-pakistan/2292043

[2026-03-04 03:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Chinese political advisory body votes out three generals amid anti-graft drive

Snippet: BEIJING — China’s top political advisory body voted to remove three generals, state media said, a week after nine military officials were ousted from its legislature.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/world/asia-oceania/chinese-political-advisory-body-votes-out-three-generals-amid-anti-graft-drive/2292042

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Malaysian bid to limit PM to two terms suffers setback

Snippet: KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia’s ruling coalition suffered a setback in its bid to pass legislation restricting the prime minister to a maximum of two terms after it failed to get a two-thirds majority from lawmakers.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/world/asia-oceania/malaysian-bid-to-limit-pm-to-two-terms-suffers-setback/2292041

[2026-03-04 03:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Foreign businessman accused of $30M fraud wanted in Thailand

Snippet: BANGKOK — A court in Thailand issued arrest warrants for a foreign businessman and his wife accused of investment fraud and money laundering, with one victim allegedly conned out of more than $30 million, police said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/world/asia-oceania/foreign-businessman-accused-of-30m-fraud-wanted-in-thailand/2292040

[2026-03-04 03:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Strong quake hits off Indonesia's Sumatra island

Snippet: BANDA ACEH, Indonesia — A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck off the Indonesian island of Sumatra on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey said, rattling residents but causing no serious damage.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/world/asia-oceania/strong-quake-hits-off-indonesias-sumatra-island/2292039

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: A double-digit dash or dare?

Snippet: KOTA KINABALU — Let’s talk briefly about our emerging neighbor: Vietnam. Few countries in contemporary Southeast Asia embody developmental ambition as vividly as Vietnam. Following its 14th Party Congress, the country has set itself an extraordinarily ambitious target: sustaining annual economic growth of more than 10 percent over the coming years.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/opinion/columns/a-double-digit-dash-or-dare/2292465

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Experts warn of common tennis injuries and how to prevent them

Snippet: Alex Eala, the Filipina ace, has been unstoppable — climbing the world rankings and defeating top WTA players Jasmine Paolini, Madison Keys and even former world No. 1 Iga Świątek along the way. The tennis star also recently collected gold and bronze medals for Team Philippines in women’s singles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles at the 2025 Southeast Asian Games.With her powerful groundstrokes and polished on-court look, Eala has become an inspiration to girls dreaming of taking their love for

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/entertainment-lifestyle/life-times/experts-warn-of-common-tennis-injuries-and-how-to-prevent-them/2292413

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Airline ticket prices soar on Asia-Europe routes after Gulf airport closures

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/04/business/foreign-business/airline-ticket-prices-soar-on-asia-europe-routes-after-gulf-airport-closures/2292032

[2026-03-04 02:34 UTC+10:00] [Bahrain] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: More than 1 million Philippine overseas workers at risk amid Middle East crisis

Snippet: Philippine government has no mass repatriation plan, leaving many workers to weigh risks against the livelihoods of their families back home

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3345322/more-1-million-philippine-overseas-workers-risk-amid-middle-east-crisis

[2026-03-04 02:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Lo que la respuesta de China a la guerra de Irán dice sobre su política exterior

Snippet: Soldados chinos cerca de la bandera china en la Plaza Tiananmen durante una conferencia de prensa previa a la Conferencia Consultativa Política Popular en el Gran Salón del Pueblo en Beijing, China, el 3 de marzo del 2026. (AP foto/Andy Wong)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-china-guerra-eeuu-israel-6446ab4c364af1d512fddf605b151d8b

[2026-03-04 02:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [단독] 미 전쟁부 "주한미군 한반도 방위태세 유지"…중동 전개 여부는 "확인 불가"

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/10686187

[2026-03-04 02:13 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Pentagon declines comment on USFK shift to Middle East, reaffirms Korea focus

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/10686185

[2026-03-04 02:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Sports on TV for Wednesday, March 4

Snippet: FS1 — 2026 World Baseball Classic Pool Stage: China vs. Australia, Pool C, Tokyo

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/georgia-tech-indianapolis-big-ten-conference-golf-bdf4eaab531dfc498d3785da443a10da

[2026-03-04 02:00 UTC+10:00] [Palestine] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How will China adjust Israel ties as US-led strikes on Iran reshape Middle East?

Snippet: Beijing is unlikely to abandon ‘balanced diplomacy’ in the region despite killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345308/how-will-china-adjust-israel-ties-us-led-strikes-iran-reshape-middle-east

[2026-03-04 01:24 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong boy, 14, held over online videos, photos depicting abuse of cats

Snippet: Student reportedly part of online group that sent graphic material to cat‑rescue groups on the mainland and incited others to dox the volunteers

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3345314/hong-kong-boy-14-held-over-online-videos-photos-depicting-abuse-cats

[2026-03-04 01:12 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: House panel discuss COA red flags for Sara impeachment | 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-3-2026/

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

Source: AP News

Title: What to know about China and the Iran war

Snippet: Soldiers stand watch against the national flag on Tiananmen Square during a press conference ahead of the opening of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, Tuesday, March 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-position-us-iran-attack-1042fa7295500f90ecd6285d552da349

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China teen sensation Yu becomes youngest ever to receive Laureus nomination

Snippet: Yu Zidi up for Breakthrough of the Year Award, while Hong Kong charity Rugby for Good also gets a nod in Sport for Good category

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3345309/chinas-teen-swimming-sensation-yu-becomes-youngest-ever-receive-laureus-nomination

[2026-03-04 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Not just oil: Iran war disrupts China’s imports of key industrial material

Snippet: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is choking off China’s imports of methanol – a vital input for the country’s industrial sector

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345276/iran-war-could-significantly-disrupt-chinas-methanol-imports-analysts

[2026-03-04 01:00 UTC+10:00] [England cricket team] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Sam Curran insists India T20 World Cup semi-final holds ‘no fear’ for England

Snippet: All-rounder ‘excited for the challenge’ of facing hosts

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/mar/03/sam-curran-england-cricket-india-t20-world-cup-semi-final

[2026-03-04 00:51 UTC+10:00] [Bruegel] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: EU strips AI, chips and quantum from industrial plan aimed at countering China

Snippet: Leaked draft shows biotechnology and robotics are other cutting-edge sectors to be cut from Industrial Accelerator Act ahead of unveiling

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345311/eu-strips-ai-chips-and-quantum-industrial-plan-aimed-countering-china