[2026-08-19 05:38 UTC+10:00] [Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: US oil producers set to ink production deals with Venezuela

Snippet: A signing ceremony involving several smaller U.S. producers and Petróleos de Venezuela is set for Houston, according to three people familiar with the plans.

Read full article: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/08/18/us-oil-producers-production-deals-venezuela-01040437?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-08-19 05:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Costco to start selling Medicare plans to bring ‘greater value’ to seniors

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/08/18/business/costco-to-start-selling-medicare-plans-to-bring-greater-value-to-seniors/

[2026-08-19 05:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Why open-weight AI is the new frontier in the US-China tech race

Snippet: PALO ALTO, California/HONG KONG -- China's DeepSeek is once again causing a stir in American tech and policy circles, this time with the release last week of V4 Pro, a so-called open weight AI model that is free for anyone to download. The move has Washington and Silicon Valley debating more intensely than ever whether -- and how -- the U.S.

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/tech-asia/why-open-weight-ai-is-the-new-frontier-in-the-us-china-tech-race

[2026-08-19 05:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Hong Kong population up 20,000 on influx from mainland China

Snippet: Immigration helped Hong Kong reach a net population increase in the past year despite recording more deaths than births. (Photo by Nikkei)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/demography/hong-kong-population-up-20-000-on-influx-from-mainland-china

[2026-08-19 05:19 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX set to dip, Wall Street slumps as AI stocks fall

Snippet: Wall Street is pulling further from its all-time high as AI stocks get back to sinking.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-dip-wall-street-slumps-as-ai-stocks-fall-20260819-p60piq.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-19 05:09 UTC+10:00] [Alcohol] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: Trump is weighing whether to grant Canada a tariff reprieve

Snippet: A deal to avoid 50 percent duties on some Canadian goods is on Trump's desk, as Ottawa and Washington work towards a broader trade agreement.

Read full article: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/08/18/trump-canada-tariff-trade-agreement-01040518?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-08-19 05:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: ‘Nepo baby’ Phoebe Gates spotted hopping off helicopter in NYC days after Phia ‘cookie stuffing’ scandal

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/08/18/business/nepo-baby-phoebe-gates-spotted-hopping-off-helicopter-in-nyc-days-after-phia-cookie-stuffing-scandal/

[2026-08-19 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Insurers are using your race and religion to set prices. Is it discriminatory?

Snippet: Legal experts have warned insurers risk breaching Australia’s discrimination laws after it emerged at least one major firm is using data on race and religion – including a suburb’s Muslim population – to determine motor and home insurance premiums.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/insurers-are-using-your-race-and-religion-to-set-prices-is-it-discriminatory-20260817-p60p1q.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-19 04:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan middle class loses spending power despite years of pay raises

Snippet: Households have cut back on non-essential spending such as learning and entertainment amid declining purchasing power. (Source photos by Nikkei)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/japan-middle-class-loses-spending-power-despite-years-of-pay-raises

[2026-08-19 04:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: UKMTO says vessel struck by unknown projectiles off Yemen's Mocha

Snippet: A cargo vessel was struck by multiple unknown projectiles 40 nautical miles southeast of Yemen's Mocha on Monday, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/ukmto-says-vessel-struck-unknown-projectiles-yemens-mocha

[2026-08-19 04:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Trump, Carney reportedly in talks ahead of new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods

Snippet: President Donald Trump is in renewed trade talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, with just hours to go before the U.S. imposes 50% tariffs on hockey sticks, wine and an array of other Canadian imports, according to various news reports Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/18/trump-carney-canada-tariffs-dealine-talks.html

[2026-08-19 04:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Here's Where The Nation's Hottest Housing Markets Are

Snippet: The US housing market's top 10 hottest ZIP codes this year are all located in the Midwest and Northeast for the fourth consecutive year - as tight inventories due to limited homebuilding has fueled competition, according to a Monday report from Realtor.com.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/economics/heres-where-nations-hottest-housing-markets-are

[2026-08-19 03:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Pocari Sweat maker views US, Europe heat waves as way to expand

Snippet: Pocari Sweat differentiates itself from global competitors through its medical roots. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/food-beverage/pocari-sweat-maker-views-us-europe-heat-waves-as-way-to-expand

[2026-08-19 03:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: New York Times’ search for new business editor is ‘wide open:’ sources

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/08/18/media/new-york-times-search-for-new-business-editor-is-wide-open-sources/

[2026-08-19 03:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: LG Energy Solution opens US battery hub serving Toyota and Tesla

Snippet: The new LG Energy Solution facility in Lansing, Michigan, will make primarily battery cells for LG Energy Solution Vertech. (Source photos by LG Energy Solution)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/lg-energy-solution-opens-us-battery-hub-serving-toyota-and-tesla

[2026-08-19 03:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Takaichi's BOJ appointments in 2027 loom over pace of rate hikes

Snippet: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is seen as reluctant to embrace the rate hikes pursued by BOJ Gov. Kazuo Ueda. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Nikkei)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/economy/bank-of-japan/takaichi-s-boj-appointments-in-2027-loom-over-pace-of-rate-hikes

[2026-08-19 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Read Full Article at RT.com

Snippet: The UAE has accused Iran of firing two ballistic missiles in its direction on Tuesday, as the two-month window for US-Iran peace talks expired without a breakthrough. Following the incident, Abu Dhabi announced a halt to all trade and financial transactions with Tehran.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/644382-iran-fires-ballistic-missiles/

[2026-08-19 02:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Mark Walter Probe Puts Wall Street's Insurance-Private Credit Machine Under DoJ Scrutiny

Snippet: An ongoing federal investigation into billionaire Mark Walter's business empire is raising alarm bells about Wall Street's use of insurance capital to finance private credit and other illiquid investments.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/mark-walter-probe-puts-wall-streets-insurance-private-credit-machine-under-doj-scrutiny

[2026-08-19 02:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Nearly 1M Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles recalled over camera glitch

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/08/18/business/nearly-1m-chrysler-jeep-dodge-and-ram-vehicles-recalled-over-camera-glitch/

[2026-08-19 02:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Laos accelerates shift to EVs, fueled by hydropower

Snippet: The Zeekr 007 luxury sedan is selling well at a dealership in Vientiane. (Photo by Keigo Iwamoto)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/automobiles/electric-vehicles/laos-accelerates-shift-to-evs-fueled-by-hydropower

[2026-08-19 02:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Iran prepares to keep economy alive as US threatens further sanctions

Snippet: Amid trade embargoes, asset freezes and attacks on ships as part of a naval blockade, Washington has announced a plan to enact a new wave of restrictions on Iran, targeting its economy.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/18/iran-prepares-to-keep-economy-alive-as-us-threatens-further-sanctions

[2026-08-19 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: Global borrowing costs hit fresh highs on oil, AI and inflation

Snippet: Long-term borrowing costs across some of the word's biggest economies hit fresh highs because of concerns over inflation, government debt levels and spending on Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1k1x1zdywdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-08-19 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Public support will make or break acceptance of PH’s ‘tech future’

Snippet: A PUBLIC consultation meeting between a proponent for an artificial intelligence (AI) data center project and citizens and the local government of Oton, Iloilo, went horribly wrong on Aug. 14, when the project’s representative stormed out of the meeting and later cursed journalists trying to ask follow-up questions outside. Although the powers-that-be in the government and among big business groups anxious to see the Philippines grow and profit from the new “AI era” of industrial development have been quick to

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/opinion/editorial/public-support-will-make-or-break-acceptance-of-phs-tech-future/2407772

[2026-08-19 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Ex-lawmaker seeks tax rollback in Cebu

Snippet: MANDAUE CITY — Former congressman Pablo John “PJ” Garcia is urging the Cebu Provincial Government to roll back taxes across the province, saying lower taxes would provide broader relief to Cebuanos than traditional financial assistance.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/regions/ex-lawmaker-seeks-tax-rollback-in-cebu/2407571

[2026-08-19 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ‘Dear You’: How cinema can bridge Philippines-China relations

Snippet: DESPITE attempts to reset Philippines-China relations, the recent arrest of more than a hundred Filipinos in China due to labor-related issues has once again exposed the fragility of people-to-people ties between Manila and Beijing. These incidents are stern reminders that bilateral relations are not only about maritime disputes or trade negotiations but also about the daily realities of ordinary citizens who cross borders in search of opportunity.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/opinion/columns/dear-you-how-cinema-can-bridge-philippines-china-relations/2407744

[2026-08-19 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ‘Dear You’: How cinema can bridge Philippines-China relations

Snippet: DESPITE attempts to reset Philippines-China relations, the recent arrest of more than a hundred Filipinos in China due to labor-related issues has once again exposed the fragility of people-to-people ties between Manila and Beijing. These incidents are stern reminders that bilateral relations are not only about maritime disputes or trade negotiations but also about the daily realities of ordinary citizens who cross borders in search of opportunity.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/opinion/contributors/dear-you-how-cinema-can-bridge-philippines-china-relations/2407744

[2026-08-19 02:00 UTC+10:00] [Well actually] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: I’m 50 years old. Why do I still struggle with the need to be liked?

Snippet: An over-investment in people-pleasing can be emotionally costly. Here’s how I’m training myself to be OK with letting people down

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2026/aug/18/people-pleasing-struggle-sexism

[2026-08-19 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Average rice price higher, pork down in early August

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/business/top-business/average-rice-price-higher-pork-down-in-early-august/2407871

[2026-08-19 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Resilience in the age of digital leadership

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/business/top-business/resilience-in-the-age-of-digital-leadership/2407881

[2026-08-19 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Regulator seeks comments on draft market-making rules

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/business/top-business/regulator-seeks-comments-on-draft-market-making-rules/2407882

[2026-08-19 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DBM exec: Power assets to drive privatization revenues next year

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/business/top-business/dbm-exec-power-assets-to-drive-privatization-revenues-next-year/2407883

[2026-08-19 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Late buying keeps PSEi afloat while peso drops

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/business/top-business/late-buying-keeps-psei-afloat-while-peso-drops/2407885

[2026-08-19 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Bank boards, execs face stricter checks

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/19/business/top-business/bank-boards-execs-face-stricter-checks/2407886

[2026-08-19 01:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Alibaba, ByteDance trim gaming and retail to invest in AI

Snippet: Alibaba Group Holding is selling Lingxi Games to a private equity fund. (Photo by Tomoko Wakasugi)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/artificial-intelligence/alibaba-bytedance-trim-gaming-and-retail-to-invest-in-ai

[2026-08-19 01:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Pentagon demands audit of 30 universities, investigating Russian, Chinese, Iranian research ties

Snippet: The US Defense Department formally notified 30 domestic academic institutions, directing them to immediately review their "academic, financial, and research collaborations with foreign entities of concern," the department announced on Monday.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-905894

[2026-08-19 01:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: IDF warns fighter jet, munitions deals delayed by budget dispute with Finance Ministry

Snippet: Critical procurement deals for fighter jets, munitions, and space programs are being delayed by a budget dispute involving the Finance Ministry, Walla learned on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-905895

[2026-08-19 01:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Dodgers owner Mark Walter’s insurer slashing up to $6.5B in investments as fraud probes intensify

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/08/18/business/dodgers-owner-mark-walters-insurer-slashing-up-to-6-5b-in-investments-as-fraud-probes-intensify/

[2026-08-19 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Superannuation] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Pauline Hanson is targeting superannuation. Should it be easier to access your savings?

Snippet: Investment experts say early withdrawal can substantially reduce retirement funds, but they suggest reducing contribution rates

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/18/pauline-hanson-is-targeting-superannuation-should-it-be-easier-to-access-your-savings

[2026-08-19 00:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Oil pipeline damage to be tracked by heat-sensing satellites | The National

Snippet: Damage to oil and gas pipelines and other energy infrastructure can be tracked in near real-time from space, using new heat-sensing images.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/08/18/oil-pipeline-damage-to-be-tracked-by-heat-sensing-satellites/

[2026-08-19 00:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Jordan's King Abdullah meets Chinese business leaders in Shanghai | The National

Snippet: Jordan's King Abdullah met leading Chinese business executives in Shanghai, the royal palace said, on the second day of his trip to China focused on economic co-operation amid the Iran war.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/08/18/jordan-king-china/

[2026-08-19 00:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Kalshi seeks to launch ‘perps’ on equity indexes as it moves in on traditional exchanges' turf

Snippet: Prediction market platform Kalshi in a regulatory filing on Tuesday revealed it is seeking to launch perpetual futures tied to equity indexes.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/18/kalshi-wants-to-launch-perps-tied-to-equity-indexes.html

[2026-08-19 00:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: US Pending Home Sales Plunge Back Near Record Lows In July

Snippet: Following another disappointment in existing home sales in July, weak homebuilder sentiment, and plunging housing starts, pending home sales tumbled for the second month in a row in July (-2.3% MoM vs 0.0% exp - below thew worst forecast), dragging sales down 2.5% YoY - the biggest annual drop since April 2025...

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/personal-finance/us-pending-home-sales-plunge-back-near-record-lows-july

[2026-08-19 00:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Gazans turn to gold as hedge against financial uncertainty

Snippet: With cash shortages and a ruined banking system, Palestinians are turning to gold to hedge aginst financial uncertainty.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/08/18/gazans-turn-to-gold-as-hedge-against-financial-uncertainty/

[2026-08-19 00:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Aramco and Maaden form venture to tap Saudi Arabia’s $2.5 trillion mineral wealth | The National

Snippet: Saudi Aramco and Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Maaden) have agreed to form a joint venture to accelerate the exploration and production of critical minerals in the kingdom as part of plans to build a domestic mining industry and diversify its economy beyond oil.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/08/18/aramco-and-maaden-form-venture-to-tap-saudi-arabias-25-trillion-mineral-wealth/

[2026-08-19 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The Polar pivot? China debuts regular Arctic shipping service as Iran war drags on

Snippet: Operators are fast-tracking northern routes that bypass vulnerable chokepoints in the Middle East

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3364426/polar-pivot-china-debuts-regular-arctic-shipping-service-iran-war-drags?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-19 00:00 UTC+10:00] [Houthis] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The Polar pivot? China debuts regular Arctic shipping service as Iran war drags on

Snippet: Operators are fast-tracking northern routes that bypass vulnerable chokepoints in the Middle East

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3364426/polar-pivot-china-debuts-regular-arctic-shipping-service-iran-war-drags

[2026-08-19 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Neko Health Scan opening first US clinic in NYC in September

Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/08/18/business/neko-health-scan-opening-first-us-clinic-in-nyc-in-september/

[2026-08-19 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Despite Infantino’s own goal, football's finances need a revamp | The National

Snippet: For Gianni Infantino the next six months will be a tense period of campaigning as he tries to rebuild his fractured support before next March’s Fifa presidential vote that will decide if he remains at the pinnacle of elite sports administration.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/comment/2026/08/18/fifa-football-infantino-world-cup-sport-business/

[2026-08-18 23:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Saudi Arabia tightens rules on financial transfers to UAE

Snippet: Saudi Arabia has tightened its oversight of financial transfers to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the latest sign of growing tensions between the two countries.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/saudi-arabia-tightens-rules-financial-transfers-uae

[2026-08-18 23:49 UTC+10:00] [Ikea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Ikea to take on eBay and Vinted with UK online secondhand site

Snippet: Platform set to launch later this year will enable loyalty card members to sell preloved Billy bookcases and Poäng chairs

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/18/ikea-to-take-on-ebay-and-vinted-with-uk-online-secondhand-site