[2026-03-23 20:32 UTC+10:00] [Our Hong Kong Foundation] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From toys to toilet paper, prices set to rise amid Middle East war, experts say

Snippet: Hong Kong business leaders also warn that local exporters and manufacturers face cash-flow squeeze as overseas buyers opt for short-term orders

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347588/toys-toilet-paper-prices-set-rise-amid-middle-east-war-experts-say

[2026-03-23 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Roberto Losada] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong football bosses scrambling for flights to India after Nepal friendly is cancelled

Snippet: City team’s preparation for final Asian Cup qualifier thrown into turmoil but phlegmatic head coach Roberto Losada keeping a cool head

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3347574/hong-kong-football-bosses-scrambling-flights-india-after-nepal-friendly-cancelled

[2026-03-23 20:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Sungrow Hydrogen Powers Global Green Transition with New Project Shipments Across Three Continents

Snippet: HEFEI, China, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow Hydrogen has achieved a major accomplishment in its global engagement with the back-to-back shipment of its flexible green hydrogen systems to Oman, Italy and Brazil—spanning Asia, Europe, and South America. This achievement underscores the company's technological leadership and strong project delivery capabilities in green hydrogen sector.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700831

[2026-03-23 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Rahm Emanuel wants to ban federal employees from betting on prediction markets

Snippet: Former U.S. ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel listens during a House Select Committee on China hearing on Capitol Hill, July 23, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/rahm-emanuel-presidential-election-betting-predictive-markets-3720eb63d7e19ef158709123aa4ca79b

[2026-03-23 19:49 UTC+10:00] [High Court] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong activist on trial for subversion calls one-party rule ‘regression’

Snippet: Chow Hang-tung tells court that advocating end to one-party rule on mainland not same as seeking to oust Communist Party from leading position under constitution

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3347577/anti-china-activist-trial-subversion-calls-one-party-rule-regression

[2026-03-23 19:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Art Basel: Latest News and Updates | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Is food art? How Hong Kong creatives are bridging the gapWhat happens when culinary creations meet artistic vision? From chefs to photographers and artists, a new wave of Hong Kong creatives are exploring the compelling intersection of food and art.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/artbasel2026

[2026-03-23 19:30 UTC+10:00] [Australian Open] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Miami Open: Korda sends world No 1 Alcaraz to another early exit; Sabalenka to face Zheng

Snippet: Spaniard crashes out for second year running from same event, while Aryna Sabalenka sets up meeting with China’s Zheng Qinwen

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/tennis/article/3347568/miami-open-korda-sends-world-no-1-alcaraz-another-early-exit-sabalenka-face-zheng

[2026-03-23 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: China warns of 'uncontrollable situation' in Mideast after Trump threats

Snippet: China warned on Monday that further attacks on the Middle East risk creating an "uncontrollable situation" in the war-torn region, after US president Donald Trump threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power plants.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/china-warns-uncontrollable-situation-mideast-after-trump-threats

[2026-03-23 19:13 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong property] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Regal’s US$194 million hotel sale highlights investor push into Hong Kong student housing

Snippet: Sale of 494-room hotel to Centaline underscores strong demand for student accommodation in Hong Kong amid an estimated 88,000-bed shortfall

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3347571/regals-us194-million-hotel-sale-highlights-investor-push-hong-kong-student-housing

[2026-03-23 19:13 UTC+10:00] [Russia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war delivers new inflation stress to African economies emerging from older shocks

Snippet: Afreximbank is implementing measures to give financial help to African countries dependent on fuel imports, bank president says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3347572/iran-war-delivers-new-inflation-stress-african-economies-emerging-older-shocks

[2026-03-23 19:06 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 90]

Source: 9News

Title: Man accused of raping, murdering brothel owner wants charges thrown out

Snippet: Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/man-accused-of-rape-murder-brother-owner-wants-charges-thrown-out/b89fc5a9-694a-47d6-8ff2-a82e0e70516d

[2026-03-23 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Japan] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China cuts exports of two hi-tech metals to Japan, increases rare earth shipments

Snippet: Exports of gallium and germanium have slowed, yet rare earth magnet shipments have increased amid strained ties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3347567/china-cuts-exports-two-hi-tech-metals-japan-increases-rare-earth-shipments

[2026-03-23 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Bakery China 2026 to Kick Off in Shanghai in May, Spotlighting Global Innovations for the Baking Industry

Snippet: SHANGHAI, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From May 20 to 23, under the theme "Innovate Beyond • Premiere Fusion • Link Future," the global baking community will gather at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai for Bakery China 2026, the 28th edition of the event. Organized by the China Association of Bakery & Confectionery Industry and Bakery China Exhibitions, the event will return at an unprecedented scale, bringing together industry professionals to push the boundaries of bakery craftsmanship.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700760

[2026-03-23 18:42 UTC+10:00] [Eastern Court] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong police file fresh terrorism charge against pair over alleged bomb plot

Snippet: Charges upgraded against two men accused of plotting to use explosives to coerce authorities or intimidate the public in pursuit of a political agenda

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3347564/hong-kong-police-file-fresh-terrorism-charge-against-pair-over-alleged-bomb-plot

[2026-03-23 18:34 UTC+10:00] [Causeway Bay] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Ex-assistant principal given 36-month bind-over for stealing groceries from Sogo

Snippet: Hong Kong court spares Ng Ka-yun, 47, from criminal conviction after she admits to offence

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3347562/ex-assistant-principal-given-36-month-bind-over-stealing-groceries-sogo

[2026-03-23 18:15 UTC+10:00] [Double Blue: An Altered Fairy Tale of Hong Kong (I)] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sexual fantasy, fan fiction, fairy tales: Hong Kong queer artists challenge norms

Snippet: Two Hong Kong queer female artists explore fantasy and reality in exhibitions that challenge norms and reflect on identity and migration

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3347133/sexual-fantasy-fan-fiction-fairy-tales-hong-kong-queer-artists-challenge-norms

[2026-03-23 18:06 UTC+10:00] [Asia Times] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Great AI divide: markets in America, systems in China

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/great-ai-divide-markets-in-america-systems-in-china/

[2026-03-23 18:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s Art March celebrations press on amid Middle East conflict disruptions

Snippet: Flight cancellations via the region leave art fair participants juggling logistics, though organisers say impact remains limited

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347557/hong-kongs-art-march-celebrations-press-amid-middle-east-conflict-disruptions

[2026-03-23 18:00 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In pictures: Hong Kong’s public art sculptures, from the 1970s to today

Snippet: A look back at the public art that has adorned the city’s streets over the years, from Bruce Lee to giant water buffaloes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3347146/pictures-hong-kongs-public-art-sculptures-1970s-today

[2026-03-23 17:57 UTC+10:00] [National Security Law] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Withholding device passwords punishable under tightened national security rules

Snippet: Hong Kong must maintain high degree of vigilance given ‘complex and volatile geopolitical situation’, authorities say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3347556/withholding-device-passwords-punishable-under-tightened-national-security-rules

[2026-03-23 17:23 UTC+10:00] [grazoprevir] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Turning coal to medicines: Chinese scientists bring a 160-year-old dream to life

Snippet: Study cracks a puzzle that has baffled scientists and will reshape modern medicine production as the world reels from a global oil shortage

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3347300/turning-coal-medicines-chinese-scientists-bring-160-year-old-dream-life

[2026-03-23 17:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: US defense cuts Chinese batteries, Korea steps in

Snippet: China-free defense supply chains open new opportunities for Korean battery makers beyond EV

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700657

[2026-03-23 17:17 UTC+10:00] [Zijin Gold] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Zijin Mining clinches US$2.6 billion Chifeng Gold takeover in expansion drive

Snippet: The acquisition boosts Zijin’s reserves amid resource nationalism, giving it control of Chifeng’s assets in Asia and Africa

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/commodities/article/3347547/chinas-zijin-mining-clinches-us26-billion-chifeng-gold-takeover-expansion-drive

[2026-03-23 17:09 UTC+10:00] [financial tightening] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Global markets brace for rate hikes as Iran war and US$100 oil stoke tightening fears

Snippet: The European Central Bank has become more hawkish, reverting to wording that analysts say often precedes interest-rate increases

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3347552/global-markets-brace-rate-hikes-iran-war-and-us100-oil-stoke-tightening-fears

[2026-03-23 17:02 UTC+10:00] [Route Twisk] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Man injured after being caught between fighting cows on Hong Kong hiking trail

Snippet: 67-year-old ‘caught in crossfire’ of clash near Shing Mun Reservoir as spate of wildlife incidents sparks welfare activists’ calls for protection measures

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3347550/man-injured-after-being-caught-between-fighting-cows-hong-kong-hiking-trail

[2026-03-23 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese man, 82, travels 12 hours daily for 105 days to visit wife in ICU

Snippet: Farmer wakes at 4.30am every day to prepare meals for beloved wife, holds her hand by side of bed and reminisces about their life together

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3347144/chinese-man-82-travels-12-hours-daily-105-days-visit-wife-icu-devotion-touches-hearts

[2026-03-23 15:58 UTC+10:00] [Hongkong Post] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong to raise postage rates from April 13 amid surging oil prices

Snippet: Postage for local letters to go up by 9 per cent to HK$2.40, while increases for 90 per cent of airmail will be within HK$0.50

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347541/hong-kong-raise-postage-rates-april-13-amid-surging-oil-prices

[2026-03-23 15:09 UTC+10:00] [Secretary for Labour and Welfare] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Changes to Hong Kong’s HK$2 transport subsidy scheme to kick in on April 3

Snippet: Under revision, elderly and disabled residents will enjoy flat rate for trips costing HK$10 or less, pay 20 per cent of fares exceeding threshold

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3347531/changes-hong-kongs-hk2-transport-subsidy-scheme-kick-april-3

[2026-03-23 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Spanish stars dominate Hong Kong padel finals, eyeing Olympic Games inclusion

Snippet: Victorious pairs anticipating Asian challenge to supremacy, hail sport’s inclusion in 2026 Asian Games in Japan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3347498/spanish-stars-dominate-hong-kong-padel-finals-eyeing-olympic-games-inclusion

[2026-03-23 15:00 UTC+10:00] [radiation] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese surgery robot outperforms humans, cuts brain imaging time by 29%

Snippet: World’s first approved cerebrovascular robot could reduce harmful radiation exposure to doctors while shaving minutes off procedure times

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3347491/chinese-surgery-robot-outperforms-humans-cuts-brain-imaging-time-29

[2026-03-23 14:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: McDonalds in Chinese city pilots humanoid robots to serve meals, greet customers

Snippet: A McDonald’s in a Chinese city piloted humanoid robots to serve meals and entertain customers, according to reports.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/22/world-news/mcdonalds-in-chinese-city-pilots-humanoid-robots-to-serve-meals-greet-customers/

[2026-03-23 14:52 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 90]

Source: 9News

Title: RBA boss buys $2m luxury holiday house on rate hike day

Snippet: Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/rba-governor-michele-bullock-settled-on-multi-million-dollar-home-same-day-as-rate-hike-march-17/9e72bbdf-93b6-4bff-8173-cfec71f1f7e6

[2026-03-23 14:30 UTC+10:00] [Asia-Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Hong Kong can prepare to bring its transport blueprint to life

Snippet: Readers discuss the long-term vision for the city’s transport network, and ways to boost the birth rate

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3347262/how-hong-kong-can-prepare-bring-its-transport-blueprint-life

[2026-03-23 13:30 UTC+10:00] [Rolex] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Luxury brands bet on growth as well-heeled tourists flock to Hong Kong events

Snippet: Over 60 new brands set to join upscale Tsim Sha Tsui shopping centre as part of tenant overhaul covering about 30 per cent of its retail space

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347486/luxury-brands-bet-growth-well-heeled-tourists-flock-hong-kong-events

[2026-03-23 13:02 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong stocks] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks tumble with Asia as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens

Snippet: Hang Seng Index and other major Asian markets slump as Iran conflict shows no sign of easing, hitting mining and tech shares

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3347522/hong-kong-stocks-tumble-asia-strait-hormuz-crisis-deepens

[2026-03-23 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Steven Zhao] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China developing first tourist submersible for trips 1,000 metres under the sea

Snippet: The Chinese prototype would enter commercial operation offering adventure-seeking holidaymakers spectacular deep-sea experiences by 2030

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3346863/china-developing-first-tourist-submersible-trips-1000-metres-under-sea

[2026-03-23 12:30 UTC+10:00] [Cathay Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: To realise Hong Kong’s cultural potential, a global vision is essential

Snippet: The city can rise beyond a regional hub, but only with sustained investment and a coherent, long-term vision for arts development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3347251/realise-hong-kongs-cultural-potential-global-vision-essential

[2026-03-23 12:26 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Australia’s abundant gas supply a bargaining chip in China, Japan talks on fuel

Snippet: Australia is negotiating with Japan, China and other regional powers to ensure critical fuel supplies remain open, with gas shipments from the Middle East to Asia set to run out within days, raising the prospect of the Albanese government imposing price caps or export restrictions on liquefied natural gas.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/australia-s-abundant-gas-supply-a-bargaining-chip-in-china-japan-talks-on-fuel-20260323-p5rnyb.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-23 12:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Agoda Reveals 55% Increase in Hari Raya Accommodation Searches with Japan and China Among Top Searched Markets

Snippet: Signalling broader festive travel consideration beyond familiar destinations, this shift in travel preference underscores the value of localized listings for hotels

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700217

[2026-03-23 12:07 UTC+10:00] [Thursday] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong bracing for a hot, damp spell with humidity reaching 95% by midweek

Snippet: Observatory says temperatures will reach 28 degrees Celsius as seasonal coastal mist moves in under weakening winds

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3347518/hong-kong-bracing-hot-damp-spell-humidity-reaching-95-midweek

[2026-03-23 12:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How China influencer achieves monthly sales of US$14 million by selling US$10 beauty products

Snippet: ‘Electric daughter’ live-streamer who sells cosmetics to customers she calls ‘Godmothers’ sparks controversy with face cream pricing scam

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3347134/how-china-influencer-achieves-monthly-sales-us14-million-selling-us10-beauty-products

[2026-03-23 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Colliers] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong developer banks on arts and finance synergy in West Kowloon cultural hub

Snippet: Sun Hung Kai Properties pushes its ‘Central 2.0’ vision in West Kowloon, linking arts, culture and wealth management despite market headwinds

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347505/hong-kong-developer-banks-arts-and-finance-synergy-west-kowloon-cultural-hub

[2026-03-23 11:30 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: JPMorgan to expand Asia-Pacific team 10% this year, undeterred by Middle East conflict

Snippet: Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area are central to client growth plans, ‘and we do not think that it is slowing down’, veteran banker says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3347354/jpmorgan-expand-asia-pacific-team-10-year-undeterred-middle-east-conflict

[2026-03-23 10:30 UTC+10:00] [MRI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s first MRI-guided ultrasound offers relief for Parkinson’s tremors

Snippet: Non-invasive treatment at Tuen Mun Hospital offers new option, with 40 patients to be treated within two years

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3347504/hong-kongs-first-mri-guided-ultrasound-offers-relief-parkinsons-tremors

[2026-03-23 10:30 UTC+10:00] [MiniMax] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How China could dominate AI era’s ‘tokenomics’ with vast power grids and low-cost models

Snippet: As tokens are positioned as the AI era’s commodity, China’s energy scale and low-cost models could give it a structural edge

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3347495/how-china-could-dominate-ai-eras-tokenomics-vast-power-grids-and-low-cost-models

[2026-03-23 10:15 UTC+10:00] [Ding Xuexiang] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Legco could refer to mainland experience in boosting efficiency

Snippet: The difference between the administrative and legislative systems of the mainland and Hong Kong does not preclude learning from the other side

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3347322/legco-could-refer-mainland-experience-boosting-efficiency

[2026-03-23 09:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Not just buying 'things': Why China's emotional economy is on the rise

Snippet: 28-year-old Rebecca Zhou, born in China's Sichuan province, owns an assortment of Moomin merchandise — bags, mugs, and figurines featuring the white hippo-looking cartoon character from Finland — that she has accumulated over the years.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/23/chinas-emotional-economy-is-on-the-rise.html

[2026-03-23 09:45 UTC+10:00] [birth rate] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Struggling Hong Kong schools should heed call to plan ahead

Snippet: Schools with dwindling enrolment face hard choices and would do well to start considering a merger with other institutions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3347303/struggling-hong-kong-schools-should-heed-call-plan-ahead

[2026-03-23 09:42 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 90]

Source: 9News

Title: Why work from home is a 'sensible' option for millions in fuel crisis

Snippet: Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/fuel-crisis-australia-energy-minister-flags-work-from-home-as-sensible-option-for-millions/24b49ae8-9b6b-4cc7-8afd-02a569645e11

[2026-03-23 08:30 UTC+10:00] [UN Charter] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As China charts a new course, Hong Kong writes its next chapter

Snippet: Beijing’s plans provide assurances of steady, high-quality growth and stable relations, with Hong Kong playing a bigger role in national development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3347213/china-charts-new-course-hong-kong-writes-its-next-chapter