[2026-03-10 01:40 UTC+10:00] [AI (artificial intelligence)] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Revealed: UK’s multibillion AI drive is built on ‘phantom investments’

Snippet: Exclusive: Rented datacentres and ‘supercomputer’ site that’s still a scaffolding yard raise questions for Starmer’s push to ‘mainline AI into veins of economy’

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/mar/09/revealed-uks-multibillion-ai-drive-is-built-on-phantom-investments

[2026-03-10 01:30 UTC+10:00] [Inner Mongolia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China vows to stabilise oil and gas output in new 5-year plan as global risks mount

Snippet: Amid Mideast instability and US$100 oil, China is mapping out strategic production bases in critical regions, underpinning long-term energy security

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3345995/china-vows-stabilise-oil-and-gas-output-new-5-year-plan-global-risks-mount

[2026-03-10 01:25 UTC+10:00] [Western Australia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Westralia: an inevitable independence for WA or an ‘idiotic’ idea in a time of war?

Snippet: Authors of a new book argue secession could be a blueprint for eastern states but the government says it would leave WA with a weaker economy and no defence force

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/09/westralia-an-inevitable-independence-for-wa-or-an-idiotic-idea-in-a-time-of-war

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s CATL profit surges 42% as battery sales and expansion boost global lead

Snippet: Strong battery sales and energy storage growth propel the battery giant to a new all-time high in global market share

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/climate-and-energy/article/3346013/chinas-catl-profit-surges-42-battery-sales-and-expansion-boost-global-lead

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: TelkomMetra Streamlines Business Portfolio, AdMedika Group Poised to Enter a New Growth Phase on Regional Level Under Fullerton Health

Snippet: A Strategic divestment steps to strengthen the fundamentals of TelkomGroup as the main holding and focus on the core business of digital and telecommunications

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690418

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

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Israel strikes Hezbollah financial institutions as Lebanon calls for talks

Snippet: The Israeli military has struck the Al-Qard al-Hasan financial institution in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, after issuing a statement announcing that it would target the branches of the Hezbollah-affiliated charity.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/9/israel-strikes-hezbollah-financial-institutions-as-lebanon-calls-for-talks

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – San Juan City welcomes new leadership with induction of 2026 Officers

Snippet: THE Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – San Juan City (PCCI San Juan) inducted its 2026 officers and new members, formally installing Philip “Phil” Lirag as president as the Chamber begins a new leadership term focused on strengthening collaboration within San Juan’s business community.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/09/tmt-newswire/philippine-chamber-of-commerce-and-industry-san-juan-city-welcomes-new-leadership-with-induction-of-2026-officers/2296126

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Jets trade for Pro Bowl safety Minkah Fitzpatrick before free agency

Snippet: Jets general manager Darren Mougey did not wait for free agency to open to begin making moves.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/09/sports/jets-trade-for-pro-bowl-safety-minkah-fitzpatrick-before-free-agency/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China eyes cross-border corruption law. Will it blunt the ‘long arm’ of the West?

Snippet: Beijing to pass law aimed at preventing corruption by Chinese companies operating overseas after courts recover billions in illegal gains

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3346010/china-eyes-cross-border-corruption-law-will-it-blunt-long-arm-west

[2026-03-10 00:30 UTC+10:00] [National Vulnerability DataBase] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese local governments offer OpenClaw project subsidies as security questions linger

Snippet: Shenzhen and Wuxi pledge subsidies to fuel OpenClaw adoption even as analysts warn of a ‘tricky trade-off between ease of use and privacy’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3345986/chinese-local-governments-offer-openclaw-project-subsidies-security-questions-linger

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

Source: AP News

Title: As Iran war roils energy markets, backers of renewables wish for a boost

Snippet: Large fire and plume of smoke is visible after, according to the authorities, debris of an Iranian intercepted drone hit the Fujairah oil facility, in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, Tuesday, March 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-warming-climate-change-inflation-prices-767a9aace18b23e7d481cde01f3e0d55

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Paris Hilton launches recovery fund for women business owners after disasters

Snippet: The pop culture star, advocate and entrepreneur Paris Hilton launched an initiative Monday to support female small-business owners impacted by disasters, a nationwide expansion of her philanthropic support for women entrepreneurs after the 2025 Los Angeles fires.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/09/world/paris-hilton-launches-recovery-fund-for-women-business-owners-after-disasters/2296065

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

Source: Asia Times

Title: Asia in the crosshairs as oil barrels toward $120

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/asia-in-the-crosshairs-as-oil-barrels-toward-120/

[2026-03-09 23:39 UTC+10:00] [Report on Annual Earnings and Hours Survey] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Proposed 33% rise in MPF payments ‘may deepen business pressures, hit jobs’

Snippet: But labour sector lawmaker calls for bolder increases in maximum income level threshold to meet statutory requirements and reflect rising salaries

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3346008/proposed-33-rise-mpf-payments-may-deepen-business-pressures-hit-jobs

[2026-03-09 23:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Hims & Hers shares surge 50% after Novo Nordisk drops patent infringement case over compounded weight loss drugs

Snippet: Novo Nordisk has dropped its legal case against telehealth provider Hims & Hers over patent infringement, after the two companies agreed Hims would sell Novo's branded medicines through its platform.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/novo-nordisk-ends-legal-proceedings-hims-hers-compounded-weight-loss-drugs.html

[2026-03-09 23:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Dow futures tumble 500 points as oil soars past $100 a barrel

Snippet: US stock futures tumbled Monday morning as oil prices soared past $100 a barrel for the first time since 2022 – fueling fears that a prolonged conflict in Iran could hammer prices at home.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/09/business/dow-futures-tumble-500-points-as-oil-soars-past-100-a-barrel/

[2026-03-09 22:42 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Shares skid as oil surge threatens inflation shock

Snippet: March 9, 2026 22:42 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/shares-skid-as-oil-surge-threatens-inflation-shock/

[2026-03-09 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: AI startup’s CEO threatened to call ex-NYC Mayor Eric Adams after getting fired over alleged fraudulent stock sales: court docs

Snippet: A deep-pocketed AI startup whose clients include New York City’s MTA and the Los Angeles Metro has filed a lawsuit accusing its ex-CEO of forging documents to secretly sell his shares in the company – and then scooping up a waterfront home in Florida and a fleet of luxury sports cars.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/09/business/ai-startups-ceo-threatened-to-call-ex-nyc-mayor-eric-adams-after-getting-fired-over-alleged-fraudulent-stock-sales-court-docs/

[2026-03-09 22:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: I built my teenagers their own tiny homes — we couldn’t be happier

Snippet: Just before the COVID-19 pandemic, Victoria Neidhardt’s youngest daughter, then 10, asked a question that led her to trade their New York home for nomadic life.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/09/real-estate/i-built-my-teenagers-their-own-tiny-homes-we-couldnt-be-happier/

[2026-03-09 22:15 UTC+10:00] [Opinion] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Why China won’t hit back over Indonesia’s US trade deal

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/why-china-wont-hit-back-over-indonesias-us-trade-deal/

[2026-03-09 22:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: America's fight with high costs plays out in Nevada's housing market

Snippet: Homes are seen under construction Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/housing-affordability-midterms-las-vegas-158a9003fe9e1a6586468237bebe3345

[2026-03-09 22:00 UTC+10:00] [Banking] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Top US banks weigh suing federal regulator over crypto banking rules

Snippet: Exclusive: Bank Policy Institute, representing lenders such as JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs, argues that new licenses could harm US consumers and financial system

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/09/bank-policy-institute-regulator-lawsuit

[2026-03-09 21:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CEB trade unions to launch 24-hour strike - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Nidahas Sewaka Sangamaya of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has announced a 24-hour strike starting at 3:00 PM today (09). All employees will stop work in protest against the government’s failure to provide a collective agreement.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/09/local/963771/ceb-trade-unions-to-launch-24-hour-strike/

[2026-03-09 21:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Treasury yields climb higher as investors monitor Iran war and soaring oil price

Snippet: U.S. Treasury yields climbed higher on Monday as oil prices soared past $100 a barrel and increased inflation fears among investors.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/us-treasury-yields-investors-monitor-iran-war-and-soaring-oil-price.html

[2026-03-09 21:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: European stocks slide as Israeli-US war rattle markets

Snippet: European stock markets dropped to their lowest level in more than two months on Monday as the Israel-US war on Iran pushed oil prices sharply higher and fuelled fresh inflation concerns.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/european-stocks-slide-israeli-us-war-rattle-markets

[2026-03-09 21:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Big-time fuel price hikes start Tuesday, oil companies to stagger increases

Snippet: You’re watching The Manila Times’ News Prime.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/09/videos/watch-big-time-fuel-price-hikes-start-tuesday-oil-companies-to-stagger-increases/2295759

[2026-03-09 21:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Ancient Chinese women used crude contraceptives – from eating tadpoles to ingesting mercury

Snippet: Condoms made from dried fish maw, hanging women upside down, pregnancy prevention was a dangerous business for women in dynastic times

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/gender-diversity/article/3345435/ancient-chinese-women-used-crude-contraceptives-eating-tadpoles-ingesting-mercury

[2026-03-09 20:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Which US and Israeli military companies are profiting from the Iran war?

Snippet: The biggest defence companies in the United States have agreed to “quadruple production” of what President Donald Trump describes as “exquisite class” weaponry after a meeting at the White House.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/9/which-us-and-israeli-military-companies-are-profiting-from-the-iran-war

[2026-03-09 20:45 UTC+10:00] [IPOs] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Investment firms remain upbeat on deals despite geopolitical tensions, bankers say

Snippet: Private equity, sovereign funds and family offices are sitting on record stocks of dry powder even as geopolitical risks cloud the global outlook

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3345981/investment-firms-remain-upbeat-deals-despite-geopolitical-tensions-bankers-say

[2026-03-09 20:19 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Rappler

Title: How to submit gas station complaints through the eGovPH app

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/guide-submit-gas-station-complaint-egovph/

[2026-03-09 19:57 UTC+10:00] [Politics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Starmer seeks to reassure public over cost of living as oil surges above $100 a barrel - UK politics live

Snippet: The prime minister is facing pressure from unions and some backbenchers to prepare a support package as oil and gas prices threaten to push up inflation

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2026/mar/09/keir-starmer-uk-gas-oil-prices-100-petrol-energy-inflation-latest-news-live-updates

[2026-03-09 19:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: National Export Awards Honours Ceylon Agro Industries for Export Excellence - DailyNews

Snippet: Ceylon Agro Industries, Prima Group Sri Lanka, has been honoured with the Bronze Award in the Confectionery Products – Large Sector category at the prestigious National Export Awards 2025, organised by the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/09/business/963750/national-export-awards-honours-ceylon-agro-industries-for-export-excellence/

[2026-03-09 19:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: G7 weighs releasing strategic oil reserves as Israeli-US war drives prices higher

Snippet: Finance ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) are set to discuss the possible use of strategic oil reserves during a videoconference meeting on Monday, a French government source told the AFP.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/g7-weighs-releasing-strategic-oil-reserves-israeli-us-war-drives-prices

[2026-03-09 19:30 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 4 reasons Asia’s property will endure despite Iran war headwinds

Snippet: Asian property’s sources of resilience are potent and multifaceted, with the drivers of sentiment distinct from those in financial markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3345928/4-reasons-asias-property-will-endure-despite-iran-war-headwinds

[2026-03-09 19:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: More gas from Russia? China flags new pipeline links amid Iran energy crisis

Snippet: ‘Preparatory work’ on pipeline, believed to be the Power of Siberia 2, included in five-year plan – but analysts say more details are needed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345920/more-gas-russia-china-flags-new-pipeline-links-amid-iran-energy-crisis

[2026-03-09 18:52 UTC+10:00] [Oil] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: G7 to discuss release of emergency oil reserves as price tops $100

Snippet: US among three countries so far backing measure triggered by Middle East war, according to reports

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/09/g7-release-emergency-reserves-oil-price-us-middle-east-war

[2026-03-09 18:29 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Stock markets plunge after oil surges over $100 a barrel – business live

Snippet: Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, with oil on track for its biggest daily jump since 2020

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2026/mar/09/stock-markets-plunge-oil-over-100-a-barrel-g7-emergency-oil-reserves-news-updates

[2026-03-09 18:22 UTC+10:00] [Paul Chan Mo-po] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong ‘more than China’s financial sandbox’, Paul Chan says

Snippet: Finance chief says Hong Kong is driving country’s development, calls on city to ‘get empowered’ by AI

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3345948/hong-kong-more-chinas-financial-sandbox-paul-chan-says

[2026-03-09 17:49 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Apple and Google could be forced to remove sexualised apps

Snippet: Australia’s eSafety Commissioner has signalled it will lean on Apple and Google to remove non-compliant apps from their stores if porn companies refuse to implement age verification — deploying a strategy it has already used to remove an app that facilitated the grooming of children.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/technology/apple-and-google-could-be-forced-to-remove-sexualised-apps-20260309-p5o8nn.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-09 17:45 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul shares sink nearly 6 pct amid Iran crisis, crude price hike; won sharply down

Snippet: South Korean stocks fell nearly 6 percent Monday, with the main bourse operator temporarily suspending trading during the morning amid extreme market volatility caused by US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran. The local currency fell sharply against the greenback.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690229

[2026-03-09 17:36 UTC+10:00] [Oil] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Why has the Iran war sparked fears of stagflation for the global economy?

Snippet: With oil prices soaring and stock markets falling, economists warn that a prolonged conflict in the Middle East risks knocking growth worldwide and boosting prices

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/09/iran-war-oil-prices-stagflation-global-economy

[2026-03-09 17:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: KCCI launches recruitment platform for USFK veterans

Snippet: The Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry said Monday it has launched a recruitment platform designed to connect former US military personnel who served in South Korea with Korean companies operating in the United States.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690211

[2026-03-09 17:19 UTC+10:00] [Business / Consumer affairs] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Some regional servos run dry as petrol set for yet another price spike

Snippet: The government has sought to reassure motorists that there are sufficient petrol supplies amid reports of panic buying and regional service stations running dry, after yet another surge in global oil prices left Australians bracing for a spike of almost 30¢ a litre at the bowser.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/consumer-affairs/some-regional-servos-run-dry-as-petrol-set-for-yet-another-price-spike-20260309-p5o8s6.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-09 17:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: MAnalysis by Michael Janda

Snippet: Michael Janda is the ABC News Business Editor. He was the ABC’s first Business and Finance Cadet in 2008, and has since worked reporting on finance, business and economics across online, radio and TV, before becoming the inaugural Digital Lead for the Business Reporting Team. Michael’s time at the ABC has also included stints as a producer on Lateline Business and Business Today, and reporting roles with Lateline Business and The Midday Report on TV, and The World Today, PM

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/michael-janda/166854

[2026-03-09 17:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: NAB warns rising petrol prices could drive inflation above 5 per cent

Snippet: Fuel prices hit more than $2.25 in Sydney on Monday. (ABC News: John Gunn)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-09/fuel-rationing-petrol-stockpiling-as-oil-prices-rise/106432100

[2026-03-09 17:12 UTC+10:00] [Dubai] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong tycoon Adrian Cheng doubles down on tech in step with China’s 5-year plan

Snippet: The former CEO of NWD plans to spend more time in mainland China this year to scope out tech investment targets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/money/markets-investing/article/3345918/hong-kong-tycoon-adrian-cheng-doubles-down-tech-step-chinas-5-year-plan

[2026-03-09 17:05 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Kospi plunges, won weakens as oil shock rattles markets

Snippet: Circuit breaker, sidecar activated as foreign investors lead sell-off, oil surge fuels inflation fears

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690199

[2026-03-09 16:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Finance ministers of G7 nations to hold emergency talks on releasing oil reserves

Snippet: Finance ministers from the G7 nations will hold an emergency meeting to discuss releasing strategic oil reserves as global crude prices surge, the Financial Times reported, citing sources.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/finance-ministers-g7-nations-hold-emergency-talks-releasing-oil-reserves

[2026-03-09 16:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Pakistan Stock Exchange plunges as oil shock rattles global markets

Snippet: Pakistan Stock Exchange benchmark index plunged more than 9,000 points in early trading, which resulted in trade suspension in the market for 45 minutes, local media reported.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/pakistan-stock-exchange-plunges-oil-shock-rattles-global-markets

[2026-03-09 16:47 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: $350b US investment bill set for passage Thursday

Snippet: The National Assembly's special committee on US investment bills reached a bipartisan consensus Monday, the deadline to conclude its one-month operation.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690170