[2026-03-27 22:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: ‘All bets are off’: European borrowing costs hit 15-year highs as investors brace for rate hikes

Snippet: European government bonds continued to sell off on Friday, building on a rout that has seen multiple countries' borrowing costs hit multi-decade highs in recent weeks.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/27/european-bond-yields-inflation-rate-hikes.html

[2026-03-27 22:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Novartis shells out $2 billion for immunology biotech Excellergy, in second multi-billion dollar deal in a week

Snippet: Novartis is planning to buy U.S.-based biotech Excellergy for up to $2 billion, betting on a next-generation allergy treatment that may prove to work faster and better than anything currently on the market, the Swiss pharmaceutical giant said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/27/novartis-nvs-stock-excellergy-buy-biotech-deal.html

[2026-03-27 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong property] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong developers test market with 222 units released amid interest rate uncertainty

Snippet: So far this year, 5,500 new residential units have been sold in Hong Kong, a 25 per cent increase compared to the same period last year

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3348175/hong-kong-developers-test-market-222-units-released-amid-interest-rate-uncertainty

[2026-03-27 22:16 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Amid oil crisis, Cebu’s Carbon Market vendors face sinking profits

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/philippines/visayas/oil-crisis-cebu-carbon-market-vendors-sinking-profits/

[2026-03-27 21:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: What is LNG and what is it used for?

Snippet: The United States-Israeli war on Iran has hit critical liquified natural gas (LNG) supplies in the Gulf, triggering the most severe disruptions in recent years to the global energy market.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/27/what-is-lng-and-what-is-it-used-for

[2026-03-27 21:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: CNBC

Title: U.S. ambassador to EU: Stop fining Big Tech

Snippet: The European Union needs to dial back regulation of U.S. big tech companies if it wants to be part of the AI economy, the U.S. ambassador to the EU Andrew Puzder told CNBC on Friday.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/27/big-tech-eu-fines-ai-data-centers-us-ambassador-puzder.html

[2026-03-27 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: From chips to MRIs, Iran war puts helium users on edge

Snippet: Fitch Ratings says helium prices have roughly doubled since conflict began

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3348153/semiconductors-medical-tech-iran-war-puts-helium-users-edge

[2026-03-27 20:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Local Spain

Title: Spain's annual inflation rises in March due to higher fuel costs

Snippet: Spain's annual inflation rose to 3.3 percent in March, up from 2.3 percent the previous month, driven by higher fuel costs amid the Middle East war, preliminary data showed Friday.

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260327/spains-annual-inflation-rises-in-march-due-to-higher-fuel-costs

[2026-03-27 20:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Local Spain

Title: Spain's Economy Minister appointed new Deputy PM

Snippet: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Thursday appointed Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo as deputy prime minister, replacing María Jesús Montero, who is stepping down to run in a regional election.

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260327/spains-economy-minister-appointed-new-deputy-pm

[2026-03-27 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war exposes a weakness in China’s vast shipping sector: a lack of insurers

Snippet: China’s maritime sector still relies on overseas legal and financial service providers, a potential strategic vulnerability in a turbulent world

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3348096/iran-war-shows-chinas-urgent-need-plug-maritime-insurance-gap-expert

[2026-03-27 19:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Local Spain

Title: Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Friday

Snippet: Economy Minister appointed deputy Spanish PM, Nato says Spain is meeting defence targets, Spanish motorways face busiest Easter in two decades and more news on Friday March 27th.

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260327/today-in-spain-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-friday-73

[2026-03-27 18:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DSWD eyes second round of financial aid for drivers

Snippet: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on March 27, 2026 says it is considering another round of financial assistance if fuel price hikes continue.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/dswd-eyes-second-round-of-financial-aid-for-drivers/2309095

[2026-03-27 18:25 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Oil shrugs off Trump’s latest Iran extension; UK consumers feel ‘ripple of fear’ from the conflict – business live

Snippet: Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2026/mar/27/oil-price-trump-iran-extension-uk-consumer-confidence-stock-markets-latest-news-updates

[2026-03-27 18:00 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Will the energy crisis hit global economy harder than Covid?

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/will-the-energy-crisis-hit-the-global-economy-harder-than-covid/

[2026-03-27 17:33 UTC+10:00] [District Court] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Charge dropped against ex-Apple Daily executive who turned prosecution witness

Snippet: Former chief financial officer Royston Chow secured immunity from prosecution in exchange for his testimony against Jimmy Lai in fraud case

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3348102/charge-dropped-against-ex-apple-daily-executive-who-turned-prosecution-witness

[2026-03-27 17:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Haier Celebrates Excellence in Paris With New Smart Home Portfolio

Snippet: PARIS, March 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on its deep-rooted commitment to the European market, Haier, the world's leading IoT ecosystem brand dedicated to premium consumer experiences, convenes global partners, customers and international media for the exclusive Champions Meeting in Paris. Held between the iconic Roland-Garros and Paris Saint-Germain stadiums, the event marks a defining milestone on Haier's global journey, showcasing the brand's vision for intelligent, personalised living and reinforcing its commitment to creating "Number One experiences" for consumers in

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10704400

[2026-03-27 17:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Foreign investors pull a record $12 billion from Indian stocks, sparked by Iran war

Snippet: Foreign investors are on track to pull a record $12 billion from Indian equities this March as the Iran war disrupts oil and gas supplies, squeezing the economy and stoking fears of a growth slowdown.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/27/indian-equities-foreign-investors-sell-12-billion-stocks.html

[2026-03-27 17:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Poe champions sustainable development at LSE Lecture

Snippet: Representative Brian Poe of the FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list urged a decisive shift toward renewable energy, circular economy reforms and inclusive workforce transformation during his keynote at the Philippine Democracy Series 2026 at the London School of Economics (LSE) on March 23.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/regions/poe-champions-sustainable-development-atlse-lecture/2309031

[2026-03-27 16:21 UTC+10:00] [Food / Good Food Guide (NSW)] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Age

Title: The best things to eat and drink in Byron Bay, starting with this brekkie burger

Snippet: Byron has changed, they say, and in some ways it has. But some things are the same, too. This is Bundjalung Country, cared for by Arakwal Bumberlin people, and the connection of the locals to the sea and the hinterland endures, as does Byron’s countercultural spirit. Byron Farmers Market still runs on Thursdays, and as swish as some of the new cafes are, you’ll find herbs and elixirs alongside (or in) your cold brews and lattes, and the low-intervention drinking

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/nsw-good-food-guide/the-best-things-to-eat-and-drink-in-byron-bay-starting-with-this-brekkie-burger-20260326-p5zj3i.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-27 16:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: RCBC, SSS ramp up financial inclusion

Snippet: RIZAL Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC), in partnership with the Social Security System (SSS), announced that it will soon roll out the SSS Loan Lite, designed to provide members with safe, affordable, and convenient access to short-term credit. Through RCBC DiskarTech, eligible SSS members will be able to apply for loans digitally, receive approved funds instantly, and manage repayments seamlessly, offering a responsible alternative to high-cost informal lending and loan sharks.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/tmt-newswire/rcbc-sss-ramp-up-financial-inclusion/2309010

[2026-03-27 16:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: UAE urges international force to reopen Hormuz Strait: Report

Snippet: The United Arab Emirates has told allies that it would join a multinational maritime task force aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz as it suffers from Iran's curb on the waterway, according to a report by the Financial Times.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/uae-urges-international-force-reopen-hormuz-strait-report

[2026-03-27 16:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong Kai Tak Cruise Terminal tender deadline extended by 1 month

Snippet: Submission deadline pushed back following requests from prospective bidders for more time to prepare for expanded scope and KPIs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3348088/hong-kong-kai-tak-cruise-terminal-tender-deadline-extended-1-month

[2026-03-27 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ​​​​[In This Economy] Marcos’ new fuel tax law: A gift to the wealthy?

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/voices/thought-leaders/in-this-economy-marcos-new-fuel-tax-law-gift-wealthy/

[2026-03-27 16:00 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Age

Title: The March 28 edition

Snippet: We’ve long had a habit of claiming the global success of any individual whose link to Australia might be slightly nebulous or tangential. From Russell Crowe to Naomi Watts – or even, more recently, New Zealand’s Kate Hawley, after she won a Best Costume Design Oscar for Frankenstein – we are not averse to celebrating these Aussie-adjacents as one of our own.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/the-march-28-edition-20260327-p5zjak.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-27 15:58 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: CBA ups inflation prediction as supply chains strain

Snippet: March 27, 2026 15:58 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/cba-ups-inflation-prediction-as-supply-chains-strain/

[2026-03-27 15:48 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Samsung's Harman to invest 131m euros in Hungary R&D, expanding Europe auto push

Snippet: Harman International, Samsung Electronics' automotive affiliate, is investing 131 million euros ($151 million) in Hungary to carry out research and development projects targeting the European market.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10704303

[2026-03-27 15:40 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong must look beyond mainland China talent to stay global, experts say

Snippet: Under top talent scheme, authorities have approved 126,942 applications since 2023, with 94.5 per cent – or 120,009 – coming from mainland China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3348087/hong-kong-must-look-beyond-mainland-china-talent-stay-global-experts-say

[2026-03-27 15:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Private credit cracks open door for Wall Street banks' comeback: 'The tug of war is just starting'

Snippet: Wall Street banks may finally be getting a long-awaited opening to claw back market share from private credit lenders.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/27/wall-street-banks-private-credit-market-share-leveraged-loans.html

[2026-03-27 14:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DSWD eyes second round of financial aid for public transport drivers

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Friday said it was considering another round of financial aid if fuel price increases continue..

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/dswd-eyes-second-round-of-financial-aid-for-public-transport-drivers/2308988

[2026-03-27 14:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Asian stocks mostly lower after Wall Street's worst day since the Iran war

Snippet: Stocks fell sharply Thursday, and oil prices rose as doubt took over again from hope on Wall Street about a possible end to the war with Iran.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/stock-markets-trump-iran-war-894e6adadff8cb4be04b05fce819461a

[2026-03-27 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s top chip foundry SMIC unveils growth action plan

Snippet: Firm aims for above-average growth this year under plan for ‘optimising existing stock and digging for new increments’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3348044/chinas-top-chip-foundry-smic-unveils-action-plan-seizing-new-growth-opportunities

[2026-03-27 13:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Singapore International Energy Week 2026 sets sights on "Connecting Energy Systems, Powering Tomorrow"

Snippet: SINGAPORE, March 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Energy Market Authority (EMA) today unveiled "Connecting Energy Systems, Powering Tomorrow" as the theme for the 19th Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW). Taking place from 26 to 30 October 2026 in Singapore, SIEW 2026 will convene global policymakers, industry leaders and innovators to address critical energy challenges facing the world today.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10704145

[2026-03-27 13:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Inflation set to soar as fuel costs hit prices of everyday items from bread to ridesharing

Snippet: The war in the Middle East has led to oil supply shocks, which have led to higher fuel prices. (ABC News: John Gunn)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-27/fuel-shortages-price-hike-businesses-consumers-inflation/106497260

[2026-03-27 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s airlines add 2,900 flights to Europe as Russia access pays dividends

Snippet: Chinese carriers have a major advantage over other global airlines due to their access to Russian airspace and ability to bypass the Middle East

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3347994/chinas-airlines-add-2900-flights-europe-russia-access-pays-dividends

[2026-03-27 12:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: $10K in stolen LEGO, Hot Wheels recovered in SoCal toy theft bust

Snippet: Hemet police say they have cracked a bold toy theft ring, recovering about $10,000 worth of stolen LEGO sets and Hot Wheels in a dramatic Southern California bust.The operation, led by the Hemet Police Department’s Organized Retail Theft Team with support from the Southwest Cities SWAT, culminated in a search of a residence on the 300 block of South Gilbert Street.Authorities say the suspect, 37-year-old Hugo Omar Sanchez-Sanchez, was quickly taken into custody and booked on felony charges for possession

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/us-news/10k-in-stolen-lego-hot-wheels-recovered-in-socal-toy-theft-bust/

[2026-03-27 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Asian financial crisis] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Should Hong Kong be using ‘war chest’ firepower for Northern Metropolis?

Snippet: Rare HK$150 billion transfer from the Exchange Fund has sparked fierce debate

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3348050/should-hong-kong-be-using-war-chest-firepower-northern-metropolis

[2026-03-27 11:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Moment SF Mayor’s $135k SUV suddenly breaks and gets rocked by cable car

Snippet: Nothing seems to go quite right for San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie these days. Following a violent street scuffle that ended with a homeless man body-slamming one of his own security officers, we’re learning new details about a luxury SUV crash involving Lurie and a cable car. The transit smash happened back in December, but the video is only now coming to light.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/us-news/sf-mayors-135k-suv-suddenly-breaks-and-gets-rocked-by-cable-car/

[2026-03-27 11:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul climbs to 8th in Global Financial Centres Index

Snippet: Seoul has risen to 8th place in a global ranking of financial competitiveness, marking its fourth consecutive year in the top 10 and an improvement of two spots from the previous assessment.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10703912

[2026-03-27 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s cherry blossom parties could wilt as inflation strains wallets

Snippet: Spending on ‘hanami’ picnics drops as rising living costs, Iran war fears and weather woes threaten to dampen this year’s festivities

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3347965/japans-cherry-blossom-parties-could-wilt-inflation-strains-wallets

[2026-03-27 10:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Major NYC hospital accused of using ‘market power’ to force higher insurance costs: feds

Snippet: Profits over patients.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/us-news/nyc-hospital-accused-of-forcing-high-insurance-premiums/

[2026-03-27 10:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Uber expansion at 3 World Trade Center a boon to local economy

Snippet: Uber’s 86,000 square-foot expansion at Silverstein Properties’ 3 World Trade Center, announced this week, brought the car-service giant’s total space there to nearly 500,000 square feet on 11 floors.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/business/uber-expansion-at-3-world-trade-center-a-boon-to-local-economy/

[2026-03-27 09:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: CNBC

Title: Sen. Warren rips Federal Reserve chair pick Kevin Warsh: 'You have learned nothing from your failures'

Snippet: Sen. Elizabeth Warren sent a blistering letter to Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh on Thursday, predicting he would serve as a "rubber stamp for President Trump's Wall Street First Agenda," and accusing him of having learned "nothing from your failures" during a prior stint at the central bank.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/26/federal-reserve-kevin-walsh-elizabeth-warren-trump.html

[2026-03-27 09:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: SoCal father fights for his life as heart transplant is denied

Snippet: A Southern California dad is fighting for his life, but his family says the heart transplant that could save him is still out of reach.Rhett Pascual, 53, a father of two, is in critical condition after his heart began to fail following a diagnosis of cardiomyopathy and a subsequent stroke.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/us-news/socal-father-fights-for-his-life-as-heart-transplant-is-denied/

[2026-03-27 08:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: War on Iran could be 'catalyst' for erosion of US petrodollar, Deutsche Bank says

Snippet: The US-Israeli war on Iran could usher in the end of the petrodollar, a key pillar of the US’s financial heft in the world, according to a new report by Deutsche Bank.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/war-iran-could-be-catalyst-erosion-us-petrodollar-deutsche-bank-says

[2026-03-27 07:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: ASIC expands in NT after investigation into Indigenous customers' bank fees

Snippet: By Joseph Hathaway-Wilson

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-27/asic-expands-presence-nt-darwin-indigenous-bank-customer-fees/106498334

[2026-03-27 07:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: How major US stock indexes fared Thursday 3/26/2026

Snippet: U.S. stocks had their worst day since the war with Iran started, as doubt took over again from hope on Wall Street about a possible end to the conflict.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/wall-street-stocks-dow-nasdaq-9f0c2281f1de0bb4abe66bd568598aa5

[2026-03-27 07:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Polymarket trader making millions on Iran war left easy-to-follow digital trail: ‘Like a kid set this up’

Snippet: A suspected inside trader on the prediction market platform Polymarket netted $2.14 million in profits by correctly betting on a US military strike on Iran, but experts say they’re not covering their tracks very well.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/world-news/polymarket-trader-making-millions-on-iran-war-left-easy-to-follow-digital-trail/

[2026-03-27 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka meets international assessment, targets preventing money laundering - DailyNews

Snippet: In accordance with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), the country’s preliminary measures to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing, which are expected to be adopted at the annual general meeting of the Asia-Pacific Anti-Money Laundering Group (APG) to be held in July next year, have been implemented according to the scheduled dates and planed.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/business/973523/sri-lanka-meets-international-assessment-targets-preventing-money-laundering/

[2026-03-27 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: No decrease in foreign remittances - DailyNews

Snippet: Despite the war situation in the Middle East, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka has been able to maintain inflation at the five per cent level as predicted, Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/business/973529/no-decrease-in-foreign-remittances/

[2026-03-27 06:55 UTC+10:00] [Australia news] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: News live: Tropical Cyclone Narelle bears down on WA towns; Trump takes another swipe at ‘not great’ Australia

Snippet: Cyclone has re-intensified to category-four storm off the coast near Exmouth. Follow today’s news live

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/mar/27/tropical-cyclone-narelle-fuel-crisis-petrol-cost-of-living-inflation-iran-war-storm-anthony-albanese-angus-taylor-ntwnfb