[2026-03-18 05:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Middle East war forces pharmaceutical companies to divert critical medicines

Snippet: The Middle East war has forced pharmaceutical companies to reroute critical medicines, to ensure they land in Australia. (Pexels: Karolina Grabowska)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-18/middle-east-war-medicines-supply-costs/106465132

[2026-03-18 05:20 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX set to edge up as Wall Street climbs; Oil prices advance

Snippet: Oil prices are resuming their rise because of the war with Iran, but US stocks are holding steadier this time around.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-edge-up-as-wall-street-climbs-oil-prices-advance-20260318-p5okgp.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-18 05:20 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: 'Global recession risk': The danger on the flipside of the RBA's rate hike

Snippet: Inflation may have driven the decision but the Reserve Bank's second consecutive rate hike has also put talk of a recession back on the agenda.Governor Michele Bullock didn't rule out the possibility yesterday afternoon, although she stressed that wasn't her goal. While she highlighted the likelihood the war in the Middle East would drive up prices due to fuel supply issues, a former RBA assistant governor flagged the escalating conflict as a "global recession risk".AS IT HAPPENED: RBA pulls trigger

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/rba-interest-rates-the-danger-on-the-flipside-of-the-rbas-rate-hike/0f884e4a-cc94-45b9-8ff4-98567d0cd712

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Oil prices climb as fresh strikes target infrastructure

Snippet: LONDON — Oil prices rose again Tuesday as Iran launched fresh attacks on crude-producing neighbours, while stock markets were higher ahead of key central bank meetings.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/world/oil-prices-climb-as-fresh-strikes-target-infrastructure/2302188

[2026-03-18 05:01 UTC+10:00] [Money / Investing] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘It will never go to zero’: Just how safe is it to invest in gold?

Snippet: It’s generally accepted among the finance world that gold is considered a safe-haven asset. The gains it has made over the past few weeks (one ounce is now worth over $7000) since conflict broke out in the Middle East are a good example of this.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/money/investing/it-will-never-go-to-zero-just-how-safe-is-it-to-invest-in-gold-20260310-p5o8z4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-18 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Economy & Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Rates up, Dollar down. Reserve Bank diminished by dud review

Snippet: Don't pay so you can read it. Pay so everyone can!

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/rates-up-dollar-down-reserve-bank-diminished-by-dud-review/

[2026-03-18 04:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Colombian government seeks US approval for Venezuelan energy projects

Snippet: BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombia said Tuesday it is seeking an exemption from U.S. sanctions to invest in Venezuelan electricity projects and natural gas ventures that could include the reopening of a gas pipeline between the neighboring South American countries.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/colombia-venezuela-gas-pipeline-ofac-license-trade-138a925f9d2aa4daf9ed0b5952417557

[2026-03-18 04:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Two men appear in Nairobi court charged with illegally trading in ants

Snippet: A Chinese national and his Kenyan co-accused have been charged before a Nairobi court over the alleged illegal trade in live ants.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/17/two-men-appear-in-nairobi-court-charged-with-illegally-trading-in-ants/

[2026-03-18 03:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Disney entertainment boss Dana Walden unveils new power team, elevates Debra OConnell to TV chief

Snippet: Dana Walden is unifying Disney’s film, television, streaming and gaming under one roof days before a new CEO takes the reins.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/business/disney-entertainment-boss-dana-walden-unveils-new-power-team-elevates-debra-oconnell-to-tv-chief/

[2026-03-18 03:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Massive Gilded Age mansion overlooking Hudson River hits Manhattan market for $11.5M

Snippet: A grand Gilded Age mansion on Manhattan’s Upper West Side that has a history stretching back more than a century has hit the market for $11.5 million—nearly three decades after it last changed hands.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/real-estate/massive-gilded-age-mansion-overlooking-hudson-river-hits-manhattan-market-for-11-5-million/

[2026-03-18 03:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Here’s how much Warner Bros. boss David Zaslav could rake in from Paramount deal

Snippet: Warner Bros. Discovery boss David Zaslav could see a whopping $800 million payout if Paramount Skydance’s acquisition of the media giant concludes as expected, according to a new securities filing.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/business/heres-how-much-warner-bros-boss-david-zaslav-could-rake-in-from-paramount-deal/

[2026-03-18 03:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Zelenskyy and Starmer urge continuing support for Ukraine against Russia as Iran war steals focus

Snippet: LONDON — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sought support Tuesday from U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, at a time when the Iran war has revived Russia’s ailing economy through increased oil revenue, robbed US-brokered talks to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine of momentum — and could soon limit Kyiv’s access to vital Western air defense systems that are needed in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/world/zelenskyy-and-starmer-urge-continuing-support-for-ukraine-against-russia-as-iran-war-steals-focus/2302128

[2026-03-18 03:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Moody's: No immediate rating downgrade seen for PH despite risks

Snippet: THE country is unlikely to face an immediate sovereign credit downgrade despite rising global prices and geopolitical tensions that could pressure the country’s external position, Moody’s Rating said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/top-business/moodys-no-immediate-rating-downgrade-seen-for-ph-despite-risks/2301991

[2026-03-18 03:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: For women who want to turn passion into purpose

Snippet: THROUGHOUT history, women have often faced stereotypes that limited their ability to pursue passions, careers, and leadership roles. Societal expectations positioned women primarily within domestic roles, leaving little room for professional aspirations or public leadership.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/top-business/for-women-who-want-to-turn-passion-into-purpose/2302010

[2026-03-18 03:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PCCI urges Asean-wide action on Middle East crisis

Snippet: THE Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry urged leaders from the member-nations of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) to take immediate action in addressing energy, water and food security concerns across the region amid the war in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/top-business/pcci-urges-asean-wide-action-on-middle-east-crisis/2301984

[2026-03-18 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Meet the business leaders shaping industries, policy national progress

Snippet: THE inauguration of Donald Lim as the 78th president of the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) signals a renewed call for the country’s business leaders to step beyond the boardroom and take a more active role in shaping national progress. With the theme “Leadership in action, lifting the nation,” MAP’s 2026 leadership sets out a vision that recognizes the crucial role of professional management in strengthening institutions, driving innovation and expanding opportunities across industries.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/supplements/meet-the-business-leaders-shaping-industries-policy-national-progress/2301588

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Dell total workforce drops 10% in 2026

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/foreign-business/dell-total-workforce-drops-10-in-2026/2301576

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Nvidia bets on AI inference as chip revenue opportunity hits $1 trillion

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/foreign-business/nvidia-bets-on-ai-inference-as-chip-revenue-opportunity-hits-1-trillion/2301580

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Metrobank commences sustainability bond offer

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/corporate-news/metrobank-commences-sustainability-bond-offer/2301949

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DigiPlus reports flat 2025 earnings of P12.6B

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/corporate-news/digiplus-reports-flat-2025-earnings-of-p126b/2301972

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DMCI Holdings 2025 income drops 20%

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/corporate-news/dmci-holdings-2025-income-drops-20/2301976

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: NFA wants to sell rice directly to the public

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/top-business/nfa-wants-to-sell-rice-directly-to-the-public/2301977

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Full round of PH-Canada trade talks set in April

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/top-business/full-round-of-ph-canada-trade-talks-set-in-april/2301979

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Air travel fuel fees to jump 4 levels in April

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/top-business/air-travel-fuel-fees-to-jump-4-levels-in-april/2301981

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Investing in IT audit

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/18/business/top-business/investing-in-it-audit/2301982

[2026-03-18 02:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Broncos get Jaylen Waddle from Dolphins in a blockbuster trade, AP source says

Snippet: Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) runs during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Dec. 28, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/waddle-broncos-dolphins-0b385d35183ba6cad8a8ec83fa51bc54

[2026-03-18 02:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: 2 men found with hundreds of ants are charged with illegal animal trade in Kenya

Snippet: Kenyan wildlife officers sort live queen garden ants being exhibited in court as Zhang Kequn, a Chinese national and Charles Mwangi, a Kenyan citizen, face charges for smuggling them through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Andrew Kasuku)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/kenya-wildlife-ants-case-cf1511c78036ae2246c906214d980d11

[2026-03-18 02:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Broncos land Dolphins star receiver Jaylen Waddle in blockbuster NFL trade

Snippet: Bo Nix has a new No. 1 target in Denver.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/sports/broncos-land-dolphins-star-receiver-jaylen-waddle-in-blockbuster-nfl-trade/

[2026-03-18 02:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Latest Cuban blackout leaves 11 million without power

Snippet: Officials in Cuba reported an island-wide blackout Monday in the country of some 11 million people as its energy and economic crises deepen and its power grid continues to crumble. (AP video shot by Ariel Fernández and Milexsy Durán)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/cuba-power-outage-electricity-trump-28db6c460ed84df539a574bed16a819d

[2026-03-18 02:15 UTC+10:00] [Free and Open Indo-Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singapore’s Lawrence Wong seeks stronger ties with Japan amid global tensions

Snippet: Wong and Takaichi are expected to discuss economic stability and AI, and tread cautiously amid superpower rivalries, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3346929/singapores-lawrence-wong-seeks-stronger-ties-japan-amid-global-tensions

[2026-03-18 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Amazon launches 1-hour, 3-hour delivery options: Here’s what it will cost you

Snippet: Amazon said Tuesday that it has started offering faster US deliveries of selected products for a fee, including pantry staples, clothing, over-the-counter medications, cleaning supplies and electronics.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/business/amazon-launches-1-hour-3-hour-delivery-options-heres-how-much-it-will-cost-you/

[2026-03-18 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: New York Post

Title: Beloved California TV anchor steps down while teasing next gig

Snippet: A longtime TV news anchor is stepping down after more than three decades in the business — but it won’t be her final act.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/us-news/veteran-kcra-tv-anchor-steps-down-after-35-years/

[2026-03-18 01:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: US diesel tops $5 per gallon, oil spikes 4% as Strait of Hormuz crisis continues

Snippet: Gas prices are surging across the US as the war with Iran continues to rattle global energy markets — with crude oil spiking 4% and American diesel topping $5 a gallon Tuesday, inflicting pain at the pump.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/business/us-diesel-tops-5-per-gallon-oil-spikes-4-as-strait-of-hormuz-crisis-continues/

[2026-03-18 01:04 UTC+10:00] [Australian economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australian households fear double whammy of rate hikes and higher petrol prices will lead to recession

Snippet: Borrowers face losing hundreds of dollars a month in higher repayments and rising pump rices will add to the pain, economists warn

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/17/australian-households-fear-double-whammy-of-rate-hikes-and-higher-petrol-prices-will-lead-to-recession

[2026-03-18 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China, Russia look to boost transport links amid Middle East disruption

Snippet: Increased use of Arctic shipping route among topics covered at inaugural China-Russia Logistics Business Forum

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3346894/china-russia-discuss-boosting-transport-links-middle-east-conflict-disrupts-shipping

[2026-03-18 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Nvidia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Nvidia’s inference bet at GTC poses a challenge and opportunity for China

Snippet: Nvidia’s Groq 3 LPU chip widens the AI gap with China, but offers Chinese firms niche inference market opportunities, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3346880/how-nvidias-inference-bet-gtc-poses-challenge-and-opportunity-china

[2026-03-18 00:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Vatican appeals court declares mistrial in 'trial of the century'

Snippet: ROME (AP) — The Vatican appeals tribunal declared a mistrial Tuesday in the Holy See’s big “trial of the century,” a stunning blow to both Pope Francis’ legacy and Vatican prosecutors who had put a cardinal and several other people on trial over alleged financial crimes.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/vatican-trial-of-century-mistrial-cardinal-e82536c82130531f1e1341c047f15682

[2026-03-18 00:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: Russia Quietly Expands Intelligence Hub in Vienna – FT

Snippet: Russia has quietly stepped up its intelligence operations in Vienna, taking advantage of legal loopholes and Austria’s neutrality to expand what Western officials describe as one of its largest covert signals intelligence platforms in the West, the Financial Times reported.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/03/17/russia-quietly-expands-intelligence-hub-in-vienna-ft-a92245

[2026-03-18 00:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: The IRS may owe you a pandemic tax refund: How to check if you’re eligible

Snippet: Millions of Americans may be eligible for a tax refund thanks to a recent court decision that found taxpayers should not have been charged late penalties during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/business/the-irs-may-owe-you-a-pandemic-tax-refund-heres-how-to-know-if-youre-eligible/

[2026-03-18 00:22 UTC+10:00] [Trump administration] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Trump administration to slash fee to renounce US citizenship from $2,350 to $450

Snippet: White House will take a financial loss to make it easier for Americans to walk away from citizenship starting in April

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/17/cost-renounce-citizenship-trump-administration

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Kalshi promo code NYPMAX: Trade $10, get $10 for March Madness markets

Snippet: Before March Madness tips off, trade $10 to get $10 in bonuses with Kalshi promo code NYPMAX.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/betting/kalshi-promo-code-nypmax-trade-10-get-10-for-march-madness-markets/

[2026-03-17 23:23 UTC+10:00] [Food & drink industry] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: London bars shun Margot Robbie’s gin over shellfish allergen concerns

Snippet: Exclusive: actor’s Papa Salt gin to get oyster-free version after venues says it is ‘not worth the risk’

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/17/margot-robbie-gin-oyster-shellfish-allergen-concerns

[2026-03-17 23:13 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Samsung C&T signs $3b green ammonia supply deal with Reliance of India

Snippet: Samsung C&T, the construction and trading arm of Samsung Group, has secured a $3 billion deal from Reliance Industries of India to purchase green ammonia, according to the companies Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10696534

[2026-03-17 22:51 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Higher airfares? How much fuel surcharges may cost from April 1 to 15

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/higher-fuel-surcharges-civil-aeronautics-board-april-2026/

[2026-03-17 22:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Vape bans spur illicit market – experts

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—Studies show that attempts to control or prohibit smoke-free nicotine products unintentionally encourage underground sales and protect the cigarette industry, experts said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/17/news/vape-bans-spur-illicit-market-experts/2301666

[2026-03-17 22:28 UTC+10:00] [Nigeria] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: At least 23 people killed in suspected suicide attacks in north-eastern Nigeria

Snippet: More than 100 others injured in bombings targeting post office, market areas and hospital in Maiduguri

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/17/bombings-north-eastern-nigeria-maiduguri

[2026-03-17 22:24 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Senate OKs bill allowing president to suspend or reduce excise fuel tax

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/senate-approves-bill-president-suspend-reduce-excise-fuel-tax/

[2026-03-17 22:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Local Spain

Title: Spain to approve measures to alleviate impact of Iran war

Snippet: The Spanish government has announced that it will seek to implement a raft of new measures to mitigate the economic effects of the war in Iran.

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260317/spanish-government-to-approve-measures-to-alleviate-impact-of-iran-war

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Art star’s picture-perfect Chelsea co-op hits the market for under $1M

Snippet: The Chelsea home of late art curator Richard Flood has hit the market for $850,000.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/17/real-estate/art-stars-picture-perfect-chelsea-co-op-hits-the-market/

[2026-03-17 22:10 UTC+10:00] [China Securities Regulatory Commission] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s tightened listing rules for some ‘red chips’ in Hong Kong raise concerns

Snippet: The CSRC asks some Hong Kong listing candidates to change their red-chip structure and issue H shares

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3346903/chinas-tightened-listing-rules-some-red-chips-hong-kong-raise-concerns