[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

[2026-03-09 16:39 UTC+10:00] [Consumer Council] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Surcharges eyed as Hong Kong fuel prices set to rise amid Iran war

Snippet: Sector representative says surcharges ‘a reluctant step’, adding many drivers have fixed daily commitments that must be met

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3345934/surcharges-eyed-hong-kong-fuel-prices-set-rise-amid-iran-war

[2026-03-09 16:37 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lotte Biologics seeks global partnerships at DCAT Week

Snippet: Lotte Biologics said Monday it will participate in DCAT Week 2026, a major pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry gathering to be held in New York from March 23 to 26, as it looks to expand partnerships and strengthen its global presence in the contract development and manufacturing organization market.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690150

[2026-03-09 16:33 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Kim Jong-un projects 'socialist family' ideals in Women's Day attendance with 'beloved daughter'

Snippet: Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts in diplomacy, military policy and North Korea’s evolving posture.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690144

[2026-03-09 16:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Celltrion biosimilars gain strong market share across Asia

Snippet: Celltrion said Monday it continues to see solid prescription growth across Asian markets, with several of its key biosimilar products capturing leading market shares.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690138

[2026-03-09 16:27 UTC+10:00] [National / Queensland] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Age

Title: Richlands massage therapist charged over alleged rape

Snippet: A 39-year-old massage therapist who allegedly sexually assaulted a client during a session at a business in Richlands, in Brisbane’s south-west, has been charged with one count of rape.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/richlands-massage-therapist-charged-over-alleged-rape-20260309-p5o8ul.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-09 16:18 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Gateway maps 15km corridor next to proven WA gold deposit

Snippet: Gateway Mining has unveiled a significant new gold exploration corridor stretching 15 kilometres across its Glenburgh South project in Western Australia’s Gascoyne region, putting the Perth-based explorer squarely in the shadow of a proven gold system.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/gateway-maps-15km-corridor-next-to-proven-wa-gold-deposit-20260309-p5o8uc.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Envoy, Herald CEO pledge to boost Thai-Korea economic links

Snippet: Thai Ambassador to Korea Tanee Sangrat and Herald Media Group CEO Choi Jin-young pledged to boost Thailand-Korea economic cooperation in a meeting Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690078

[2026-03-09 16:01 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [Ask the Tax Whiz] What the BIR’s revised audit system means for businesses

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/ask-the-tax-whiz-bureau-internal-revenue-revised-audit-system-implications/

[2026-03-09 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Drugs trade] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Belgium at risk of becoming ‘narco-state’, judge warns

Snippet: President of Antwerp court makes comments after anonymous judge warned country was turning into ‘a narco-state’

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/09/belgium-at-risk-of-becoming-narco-state-judge-warns

[2026-03-09 15:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Insurance Life CallsApplications for Suba Pathum Scholarships - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLIC Life), the Nation’s insurer, has consistently contributed to the betterment of the country’s future generations. As one of the most profitable state-owned enterprises, SLIC Life is also a responsible corporate citizen, actively enriching the communities in which it operates in.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/09/business/963726/sri-lanka-insurance-life-callsapplications-for-suba-pathum-scholarships/

[2026-03-09 15:44 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Markets broke into a heavy sweat last week. Now they are melting down

Snippet: March 9, 2026 — 3:44pm

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/markets-broke-into-a-heavy-sweat-last-week-now-they-are-melting-down-20260309-p5o8ps.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-09 15:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Bills trade cornerback Taron Johnson to Raiders after announcing they would cut him

Snippet: Taron Johnson didn’t get cut by the Bills, but he is on the move.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/09/sports/bills-trade-taron-johnson-to-raiders-after-announcing-they-would-cut-him/

[2026-03-09 15:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Indian National arrested at BIA with Rs. 27.6 Mn worth of ‘Kush’ - DailyNews

Snippet: A 27-year-old Indian national was arrested this morning (09) by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) while attempting to leave the Bandaranaike International Airport with a large stock of ‘‘Kush’’ cannabis.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/09/local/963714/indian-national-arrested-at-bia-with-rs-27-6-mn-worth-of-kush/

[2026-03-09 15:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: China consumer inflation sees quickest jump in three years

Snippet: BEIJING (Reuters) -- China's consumer inflation accelerated to the highest in more than three years due to the effects ‌of the Lunar New Year holiday, while producer deflation persisted as weak demand remained a drag on an economy facing stiff external challenges.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690036

[2026-03-09 15:08 UTC+10:00] [PPI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s consumer prices keep rising after holiday spending surge

Snippet: The consumer price index rose 0.8 per cent in the first two months of 2026, though analysts remain concerned about long-term deflation risks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345926/chinas-consumer-prices-keep-rising-after-holiday-spending-surge

[2026-03-09 15:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Surging oil prices raise inflation risks in African economies

Snippet: A vendor sells crayfish at a Mile 12 Market in Lagos, Nigeria, Feb. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Mansur Ibrahim, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-africa-economy-oil-inflation-7decf5392c32718ae05a3d9d0b3906c0

[2026-03-09 15:01 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Scout sampling leads Dalaroo to high-grade gold in West Africa

Snippet: Fresh from lacing up its boots for on-ground fieldwork in Côte d’Ivoire a week ago, Dalaroo Metals has wasted no time delivering the sort of early signals that can turn a new gold project from “interesting” to “get me a drill rig” in a heartbeat.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/scout-sampling-leads-dalaroo-to-high-grade-gold-in-west-africa-20260309-p5o8th.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-09 14:49 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Age

Title: Auric delivers golden surprise as WA Munda outstrips forecasts

Snippet: Auric Mining is enjoying the fruits of a stellar production run at its Munda gold project near Widgiemooltha in WA. The company has smashed previous production forecasts by nearly 40 per cent, delivering more than 8,400 ounces of gold and boosting the company’s cash and bullion to a hefty $41 million.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/auric-delivers-golden-surprise-as-wa-munda-outstrips-forecasts-20260309-p5o8tf.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-09 14:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Las Vegas Raiders acquiring cornerback Taron Johnson in trade with Buffalo Bills, AP source says

Snippet: Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson (7) plays against the Jacksonville Jaguars during an NFL wild card playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/bills-raiders-taron-johnson-5c3a70ffd6e2b7e99c43cea3ecf21e49

[2026-03-09 14:48 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s IPO pace picks up as 2 mainland Chinese firms get listing approval

Snippet: Everdisplay Optronics and Galaxis Technology publish post-hearing information packs on the Hong Kong stock exchange

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3345921/hong-kongs-ipo-pace-picks-2-mainland-chinese-firms-get-listing-approval

[2026-03-09 14:31 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Gov’t warns vs profiteering, excessive pump prices amid Middle East conflict

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/government-warns-profiteering-excessive-pump-prices-middle-east-conflict/

[2026-03-09 14:30 UTC+10:00] [Newton] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong can do more to connect mainland funds with tech stocks

Snippet: Readers discuss the Stock Connect scheme, a Chinese research team’s breakthrough using AI, and assessing teachers’ English proficiency

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3345673/hong-kong-can-do-more-connect-mainland-funds-tech-stocks

[2026-03-09 14:29 UTC+10:00] [Finance] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Australia suffers $120 billion wipeout as oil prices skyrocket

Snippet: About $130 billion has been wiped from the Australian sharemarket today as surging oil prices and fears of a long war in Iran shocked traders around the world.The ASX200 index fell 2.9 per cent when it opened at 10am, and has continued to plummet throughout the day, dropping by 3.93 per cent, or 347.70 points, to 8503.30 as of 1.30pm AEDT.The massive plunge comes on the back of rising oil prices, which have gone up 20 per cent, rocketing to

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/finance/australia-asx-fall-us-iran-conflict-oil/683dd1fc-6f60-4295-819a-4e1e87ecaab3

[2026-03-09 14:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: U.S. orders staff to leave Saudi Arabia as Iran war spreads and oil surges above $110

Snippet: The U.S. government ordered non-emergency government employees to leave Saudi Arabia as the war engulfing Iran widened across the Middle East, pushing oil prices above $110 per barrel and triggering a market sell-off in Asia.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/iran-war-updates-oil-brent-wti-crude-110-gulf-gcc-uae-iraq-saudi-arabia-kurds.html

[2026-03-09 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Musim Mas Strengthens Women's Empowerment Programmes as a Foundation for Sustainability in Operations and Communities

Snippet: MEDAN, IndonesiaMarch 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In commemoration of National Women's Day, Musim Mas reaffirms its commitment to building a more inclusive palm oil industry through women's empowerment and gender equality. Musim Mas believes that women play a vital role in driving sustainability and progress in the industry. As such, gender equality is not only a moral responsibility, but also an important part of the company's long-term business strategy.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10690001

[2026-03-09 13:41 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Oil shoots higher, shares skid as Middle East conflict drags on

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/economy/oil-shoots-higher-shares-skid-middle-east-conflict/

[2026-03-09 13:40 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: TMK smashes out new Mongolian gas record

Snippet: TMK Energy has smashed out another new gas production record with a significant increase to its previous best daily tally at the company’s Pilot Well project, part of its Gurvantes XXXV coal seam gas project in southern Mongolia.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/tmk-smashes-out-new-mongolian-gas-record-20260309-p5o8s7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-09 13:39 UTC+10:00] [Business / Companies] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Old heaps, new gold: Pacgold readies SA White Dam re-crush

Snippet: Pacgold is lining up to take a second bite at the gold cherry in South Australia, preparing to re-crush material from the heap leach pad at its White Dam operation in a bid to unlock extra ounces and near-term cash flow.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/old-heaps-new-gold-pacgold-readies-sa-white-dam-re-crush-20260309-p5o8s4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-09 13:16 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks sink alongside Asian markets after oil crosses US$100

Snippet: Brent crude jumps 18 per cent to trade at around US$109 a barrel, prompting investors to further reduce risk exposure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3345915/hong-kong-stocks-sink-alongside-asian-markets-after-oil-crosses-us100

[2026-03-09 13:14 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ASX plunges as spike in oil prices over Middle East crisis sparks global inflation fears

Snippet: Selldown linked to disrupted oil supplies, the single biggest contributor to global inflation, which makes most goods and services more expensive

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/09/asx-australian-shares-plunge-as-spike-in-oil-prices-over-middle-east-conflict-sparks-global-inflation-fears

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

Source: New York Post

Title: KKR eyes multibillion-dollar sale of CoolIT Systems: report

Snippet: Private equity firm KKR is working with advisers on a sale of data center cooling company CoolIT Systems for a price tag potentially exceeding $3 billion, the Financial Times reported on Sunday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/business/kkr-eyes-multibillion-dollar-sale-of-coolit-systems-report/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Severe’: why China’s grip on critical minerals still hits US supply chains

Snippet: Businesses hope US President Donald Trump’s visit to China in late March will ease bottlenecks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3345762/why-chinas-critical-mineral-dominance-still-disrupting-us-supply-chains

[2026-03-09 12:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: X probes offensive posts by xAI’s Grok chatbot: report

Snippet: Social media platform X is investigating “racist and offensive” posts by xAI chatbot Grok, Sky News reported on Sunday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/business/x-probes-offensive-posts-by-xais-grok-chatbot-report/

[2026-03-09 12:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: China consumer inflation hits three-year high as producer deflation eases

Snippet: China's consumer inflation recorded the biggest jump in more than three years, as an extended holiday bolstered spending while deflation in factory-gate prices moderated.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/china-february-inflation-cpi-producer-prices-stimulus-economy-ppi-factory-consumer.html

[2026-03-09 12:30 UTC+10:00] [Grand Mayfair] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong developers test home-market recovery by raising prices, trimming discounts

Snippet: Cautious adjustments indicate sector is beginning to stabilise, but more inventory must clear before a seller’s market emerges, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/3345774/hong-kong-developers-test-home-market-recovery-raising-prices-trimming-discounts

[2026-03-09 12:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Asia stocks down sharply as oil hits $100

Snippet: TOKYO, Japan — Stock markets in South Korea and Japan fell sharply in early trade on Monday after oil prices soared above $100 per barrel for the first time in almost four years.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/09/business/foreign-business/asia-stocks-down-sharply-as-oil-hits-100/2295595

[2026-03-09 12:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Midtown’s vacant Carter Hotel to be sold at auction in possible Times Square boon

Snippet: Here’s news that Times Square has been praying for:

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/business/midtowns-carter-hotel-to-be-sold-at-auction/