[2026-03-14 08:21 UTC+10:00] [US-China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: US warned of China rare earth curbs if Section 301 tariffs expand

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/us-warned-of-china-rare-earth-curbs-if-section-301-tariffs-expand/

[2026-03-14 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Made in Korea’ on Netflix, An Indo-Korean Film About Starting Over in Seoul

Snippet: Now streaming on Netflix, Made in Korea is a joint venture between the streamer’s Indian and South Korean production arms—and shouldn’t be confused for the 2025 Disney+/Hulu crime series of the same name. Written and directed by Ra. Karthik, the film employs notable South Indian and Korean actors with Tamil, Korean, and English languages spoken throughout.

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/03/13/made-in-korea-netflix-movie-review/

[2026-03-14 07:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: China unveils its plan to dominate the future of technology and AI

Snippet: China believes that winning the tech, robotics, and AI race will enable it to become the world's leading power. (Reuters: Tingshu Wang)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-14/china-future-five-years-plan-tech-ai-dominance/106450274

[2026-03-14 06:51 UTC+10:00] [Northeast Asia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Iran war challenges nuclear latency strategy of Japan, South Korea

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/iran-war-challenges-nuclear-latency-strategy-of-japan-south-korea/

[2026-03-14 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: ABC News

Title: Imperfect Matildas get perfect result to make Asian Cup semis

Snippet: The Matildas capitalised on rare North Korean errors to win their quarterfinal. (Getty Images: Janelle St Pierre)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-14/matildas-womens-asian-cup-north-korea-quarter-final-analysis/106450290

[2026-03-14 05:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Piastri pleased in China, but 'impressive' Mercedes continue F1 dominance

Snippet: Oscar Piastri is not expecting McLaren to bridge the gap to Mercedes this weekend in China. (Getty Images: Formula 1/Mark Sutton)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-14/mercedes-dominat-f1-china-sprint-qualifying-oscar-piastri-fifth/106444540

[2026-03-14 05:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Jefe de Alpine F1 dice que Mercedes está interesada en comprar participación en su equipo

Snippet: Franco Colapinto conduce su Alpine durante la clasificación del sprint del Gran Premio de China de la F1, el viernes 13 de marzo de 2026, en Shangái. (AP Foto/Vincent Thian)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/alpine-colapinto-mercedes-f1-briatore-edb03817f30747fef1d9fbacc78c9fba

[2026-03-14 04:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Brazil revokes U.S. official's visa in reciprocal measure

Snippet: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva speaks during the Korea-Brazil Business Forum in Seoul, South Korea, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/brazil-revokes-visa-trump-adviser-bolsonaro-50a1a83aef3b38f433609abf64a24321

[2026-03-14 04:00 UTC+10:00] [Formula One 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: How Mercedes stole a march to dominate F1 season opener and why it may continue

Snippet: George Russell and Kimi Antonelli took a one-two win in Australia and team’s ability to master dark art of energy management is paying off

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/mar/13/mercedes-f1-china-grand-prix-motor-racing-george-russell

[2026-03-14 04:00 UTC+10:00] [CULTURE] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: ‘Kokuho’ dominates Japan Academy Film Prize with 10 wins

Snippet: Director Lee Sang-il’s kabuki epic "Kokuho" won big at the Japan Academy Film Prize on Friday evening, taking 10 awards including best picture and best director to cap a historic box-office run.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2026/03/14/entertainment-news/kokuho-academy-prize-winner/

[2026-03-14 03:22 UTC+10:00] [Winter Paralympics 2026] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Great haul of China: how table-topping nation rose to be a Winter Paralympic power

Snippet: Their sporting dominance is all the more striking after winning a solitary medal eight years ago but no country can match them now

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/mar/13/great-haul-of-china-winter-paralympics-milano-cortina

[2026-03-14 03:17 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 CrosswordSaturday, 14 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-03-14

[2026-03-14 03:17 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 SudokuSaturday, 14 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-03-14

[2026-03-14 03:17 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 CrosswordSaturday, 14 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-03-14

[2026-03-14 03:17 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 SearchSaturday, 14 Marchloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-03-14

[2026-03-14 03:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cambodia approves draft law targeting cyberscammers

Snippet: PHNOM PENH — Cambodia’s government approved on Friday a draft law that will hand down harsh sentences against fraudsters running cyberscam operations, a minister told Agence France-Presse (AFP).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/14/world/asia-oceania/cambodia-approves-draft-law-targeting-cyberscammers/2299827

[2026-03-14 03:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: How likely is America to do a repeat of Hiroshima and Nagasaki?

Snippet: ONE analyst points out: Didn’t Japan surrender only in World War II when America dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki?

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/14/opinion/columns/how-likely-is-america-to-do-a-repeat-of-hiroshima-and-nagasaki/2299722

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: A celebration of the Emperor’s birthday and diplomatic ties

Snippet: Japanese Ambassador Endo Kazuya hosted the National Day Reception at the Grand Hyatt Manila on March 3, celebrating the 66th birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan. The evening also marked the 70th anniversary of Philippines-Japan friendship, a milestone reflecting decades of partnership and cultural exchange.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/14/entertainment-lifestyle/life-times/a-celebration-of-the-emperors-birthday-and-diplomatic-ties/2299789

[2026-03-14 02:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: BetMGM bonus code NYPDM1500: Get a 20% first deposit match up to $1,500 for Korea vs. Dominican Republic

Snippet: New bettors can use the BetMGM bonus code NYPDM1500 at sign-up to take advantage of the sportsbook’s current welcome offer.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/13/betting/betmgm-bonus-code-nypdm1500-get-a-20-first-deposit-match-up-to-1500-for-korea-vs-dominican-republic/

[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 01:34 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 00:26 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 23:13 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 22:30 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 21:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: New Cambodian law targets online scam operations

Snippet: Equipment used at a scam center in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Wednesday, March 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Heng Sinith)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/cambodia-cybercrime-online-fraud-88f377f649207d558bc6858609442858

[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 21:16 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 21:00 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 20:43 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 20:30 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