[2026-03-12 15:29 UTC+10:00] [Finance] [Factuality: 90]

Source: 9News

Title: Oil price could fly past unheard-of milestone, major bank warns

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

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/finance/oil-could-surge-past-us150-dollars-a-barrel-commonwealth-bank-of-australia/443f4abe-4131-4cc9-884f-160821d44f35

[2026-03-12 15:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Inside India newsletter: How the war in the Middle East is set to determine India's trade route to Europe

Snippet: This report is from this week's "Inside India" newsletter which brings you timely, insightful news and market commentary on the emerging powerhouse. Subscribe here.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/12/us-israel-iran-india-trade-europe.html

[2026-03-12 15:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Cuban youth seek help as cheap, synthetic drugs flood streets

Snippet: Cuba is grappling with a fast-growing wave of synthetic drug use that is hitting young people hard. (AP Video by Ariel Fernández and Milexsy Durán)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/cuba-drug-use-chemical-economy-crisis-d0f22f6452b8f167f6766c9d4d481be6

[2026-03-12 14:59 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Epstein's longtime accountant testifies on his wealth and business ties

Snippet: WASHINGTON (AP) — House lawmakers were digging into Jeffrey Epstein's sprawling financial portfolio on Wednesday as a committee deposed his former accountant and tried to understand his connections to some of the world's wealthiest men.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10692822

[2026-03-12 14:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Epstein's longtime accountant testifies on his wealth and business ties

Snippet: WASHINGTON, D.C. — House lawmakers were digging into Jeffrey Epstein's sprawling financial portfolio on Wednesday as a committee deposed his former accountant and tried to understand his connections to some of the world's wealthiest men.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/12/world/americas-emea/epsteins-longtime-accountant-testifies-on-his-wealth-and-business-ties/2298419

[2026-03-12 14:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Brent crude oil tops $100 a barrel as Iran attacks shipping

Snippet: BANGKOK (AP) — The price of a barrel of Brent crude oil, the international standard, topped $100 a barrel early Thursday, just days after it spiked near $120 in the latest jolts to financial markets and the global economy as a whole.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/oil-stocks-markets-iran-crude-trump-45f78a8cfe9a5c7e1a2279150a2f90f1

[2026-03-12 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says Iran war will not derail economy despite surging gas prices

Snippet: BlackRock Chairman and CEO Larry Fink insisted the United States’ war with Iran will not have lasting economic consequences, even as oil prices continue to surge nationwide.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/11/us-news/blackrock-ceo-larry-fink-says-iran-war-will-not-derail-economy-despite-surging-gas-prices/

[2026-03-12 13:30 UTC+10:00] [Safran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s five-year jet goals target C919 output, a new engine and reduced reliance

Snippet: Amid geopolitical risks and supply-chain disruptions, Beijing is looking to shore up self-sufficiency in aircraft components, and an analyst says it has its work cut out

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3346236/chinas-five-year-jet-goals-target-c919-output-new-engine-and-reduced-reliance

[2026-03-12 13:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Iran threatens prolonged war as Trump says it is near defeat

Snippet: TEHRAN, Iran — Iran warned it could wage a prolonged war with the United States and Israel that would "destroy" the world economy, even as US President Donald Trump said late Wednesday the Islamic republic was facing imminent defeat.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/12/world/americas-emea/iran-threatens-prolonged-war-as-trump-says-it-is-near-defeat/2298400

[2026-03-12 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cebuana Lhuillier earns top Gold and Silver wins at the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards

Snippet: CEBUANA Lhuillier earned multiple Gold and Silver honors at the 13th annual Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, highlighting the company’s purpose-led innovations in financial inclusion, literacy and consumer engagement under the leadership of President and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/12/tmt-newswire/cebuana-lhuillier-earns-top-gold-and-silver-wins-at-the-asia-pacific-stevie-awards/2298428

[2026-03-12 12:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: ABC News

Title: Deeper oil crisis could add full percentage point to inflation, Treasury warns

Snippet: Topic:Federal Government

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-12/deeper-oil-crisis-could-add-full-percentage-point-to-inflation/106445826

[2026-03-12 12:01 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Cyber confession room’ where China youth share struggles like financial problems gains traction

Snippet: Young people shun sharing feelings, fears with family or friends, turn to virtual spaces, which experts warn could erode real human contact

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3346064/cyber-confession-room-where-china-youth-share-struggles-financial-problems-gains-traction

[2026-03-12 11:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Iran threatens prolonged war as Trump says it is near defeat

Snippet: TEHRAN, Iran — Iran warned it could wage a prolonged war with the United States and Israel that would "destroy" the world economy, even as US President Donald Trump said late Wednesday the Islamic republic was facing imminent defeat.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/12/world/americas-emea/iran-threatens-prolonged-war-as-trump-says-it-is-near-defeat/2298375

[2026-03-12 11:11 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Trump says war with Iran will end 'soon' as 'practically nothing left to target': Axios

Snippet: US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the war with Iran will end "soon" as there is "practically nothing left to target," according to a news report, as concerns continue over the impact of the conflict on oil prices and the global economy.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10692440

[2026-03-12 10:15 UTC+10:00] [inflation] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Raising MPF contribution levels a tricky but necessary step for Hong Kong

Snippet: Increasing the amount workers and employers contribute is likely warranted, but there is room for dialogue on how large the increase should be

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3346183/raising-mpf-contribution-levels-tricky-necessary-step-hong-kong

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How China turbocharged its industrial policy – and remade the global economy

Snippet: China’s tighter embrace of industrial policy in recent years has transformed its economy – and other countries are following suit

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3346238/pivot-how-china-turbocharged-its-industrial-policy-and-remade-global-economy

[2026-03-12 08:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Ecuador prepares for attack on ‘criminal economy’ with Trump backing

Snippet: The government of Ecuador has announced that, starting this weekend, it is prepared to launch a sweeping military offensive against criminal networks in the country, with the support of the United States.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/11/ecuador-prepares-for-attack-on-criminal-economy-with-trump-backing

[2026-03-12 07:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Target cuts prices on 3,000 items ‘across apparel, essentials and home,’ as inflation remains above Fed target

Snippet: As the U.S. enters its fifth year of inflation running above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, major retailers are responding to softer demand and increased competitive pressure.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/11/business/target-cuts-prices-on-3000-items-as-inflation-remains-above-fed-target/

[2026-03-12 07:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday 3/11/2026

Snippet: Most U.S. stocks fell, but the market remained calm, even as the price of oil got back to rising.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/wall-street-stocks-dow-nasdaq-ca4cf546735077387e97304039299532

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka completes National Risk Assessment on money laundering and terrorist financing - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka has completed its third National Risk Assessment (NRA) for 2024/25 on money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing, providing a comprehensive evaluation of the country’s exposure to financial crimes and emerging threats.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/12/business/965345/sri-lanka-completes-national-risk-assessment-on-money-laundering-and-terrorist-financing/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Why building a competitive Sri Lanka starts with investing in human capital - DailyNews

Snippet: According to the World Bank, an estimated 1.2 billion young people in emerging markets will reach working age over the next 10-15 years. However, the same emerging economies, including ours, are projected to only generate 400 million jobs. Creating a vacuum in the labour force for 800 million people worldwide.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/12/general-opinion/965571/why-building-a-competitive-sri-lanka-starts-with-investing-in-human-capital/

[2026-03-12 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government to replace Information and Communication Technology Agency with ‘GovTech’ Institution - DailyNews

Snippet: The government has decided to establish a ‘GovTech’ institution to replace the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) operating under the Ministry of Digital Economy to provide a more efficient digital technology service.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/12/business/965348/government-to-replace-information-and-communication-technology-agency-with-govtech-institution/

[2026-03-12 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SriLankan Airlines enhances Australia connectivity with 14 weekly flights - DailyNews

Snippet: SriLankan Airlines is set to increase its weekly service between Colombo and Melbourne to ten flights, effective from August 2, with the addition of three more scheduled flights in response to growing demand and evolving market dynamics.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/12/business/965351/srilankan-airlines-enhances-australia-connectivity-with-14-weekly-flights/

[2026-03-12 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Model once bullied for her looks is now laughing all the way to the bank because of them: ‘I didn’t feel beautiful’

Snippet: She’s laughing all the way to the bank.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/11/lifestyle/bullied-model-now-earns-six-figures-because-of-her-looks/

[2026-03-12 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ditwah damage delays Court proceedings in Central Province - DailyNews

Snippet: It has been four months since Cyclone Ditwah struck Sri Lanka. The World Bank estimated the direct damage at around USD 4.1 billion. The Central Province was among the worst affected regions, with damage in the Kandy District alone estimated at USD 689 million, mainly due to flooding and, to a lesser extent, landslides.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/12/features/965439/ditwah-damage-delays-court-proceedings-in-central-province/

[2026-03-12 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: People’s Bank conducts literacy programme for entrepreneurs - DailyNews

Snippet: People’s Bank recently organised a special programme for entrepreneurs in the Mirigama Divisional Secretariat area under its Entrepreneurial Villages initiative, aimed at enhancing financial literacy and strengthening business sustainability among Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/12/business/965256/peoples-bank-conducts-literacy-programme-for-entrepreneurs/

[2026-03-12 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 11.03.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/12/business/965315/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-11-03-2026/

[2026-03-12 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Fuel fund to minimize adverse effect on local consumers - DailyNews

Snippet: Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe of the Department of Economics at the University of Colombo said that it is time to resort to methods such as establishing a fuel fund with the aim of minimising the adverse effects on local consumers and producers due to the sharp increase and decrease in fuel prices in the world market.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/12/business/965381/fuel-fund-to-minimize-adverse-effect-on-local-consumers/

[2026-03-12 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Daily News

Title: Golden Dome project puts additional burden on US - DailyNews

Snippet: The Pentagon’s push to militarise outer space through the ambitious Golden Dome missile-defence project is already creating financial shockwaves across the United States and its North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) allies. Announced for completion by 2028, the programme carries an initial price tag of $175 billion, but defence experts warn that long-term costs could soar to $500-$800 billion, straining federal budgets and forcing cuts to key domestic programmes.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/12/world/965601/golden-dome-project-puts-additional-burden-on-us/

[2026-03-12 05:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Iran warns of long war that would 'destroy' world economy

Snippet: Iran warned Wednesday it was ready for a long war of attrition that would "destroy" the world economy, after firing on two commercial ships and threatening vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/12/world/iran-warns-of-long-war-that-would-destroy-world-economy/2298243

[2026-03-12 04:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: McDonald’s will soon offer value meals for $3 or less: What you can get for a deal

Snippet: McDonald’s is planning to offer cheap menu items going for $3 or less in a bid to win back low-income customers feeling the sting of inflation, sources told The Post.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/11/business/mcdonalds-will-soon-offer-value-meals-for-3-or-less/

[2026-03-12 04:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Epstein accountant tells House committee pedophile had five paying clients for financial services: Comer

Snippet: One of the co-executors of Jeffrey Epstein’s estate testified before a congressional panel on Wednesday that the deceased sex criminal had at least five wealthy clients that paid him for various financial services.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/11/us-news/epstein-accountant-tells-house-committe-pedophile-had-five-paying-clients-for-financial-services-comer/

[2026-03-12 04:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Ultra-luxe country club scandal erupts amid wealthy couple’s toxic divorce

Snippet: The glitz and glamour of a once-prestigious California country club has been overshadowed by a bitter divorce that has left the property in legal and financial limbo.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/11/us-news/country-club-scandal-erupts-amid-wealthy-owners-toxic-divorce/

[2026-03-12 03:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: IEA to release one-third of total oil reserve stock to combat energy crisis

Snippet: The International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Wednesday that its member countries agreed to unlock 400 million barrels of oil from their reserves, as the US-Israeli war on Iran cut off supplies from the Gulf.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/iea-to-release-one-third-total-oil-stock-combat-energy-crisis

[2026-03-12 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Why Middle East crisis matters to PH economy — and how insurance can cushion the blow

Snippet: WHEN people hear “Middle East crisis,” they think geopolitics. Insurers think in transmission lines: oil, shipping, credit and household cash flow. For an oil-importing, trade-dependent Philippines, a distant conflict can raise costs at home within days.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/12/opinion/columns/why-middle-east-crisis-matters-to-ph-economy-and-how-insurance-can-cushion-the-blow/2298122

[2026-03-12 02:00 UTC+10:00] [US news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ‘I took two bites and had to spit it out’: candy makers are phasing out real cocoa in chocolate

Snippet: Due to the volatile cocoa market, companies like Hershey are using replacement ingredients such as sugar, oil, milk and nuts

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/11/reeses-hersey-chocolate-candy-cocoa

[2026-03-12 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As Iran war hits trade hubs, China’s logistics firms rush for alternatives

Snippet: Disrupted Middle East transit routes squeeze sector, pushing freight costs higher and pressuring supply chains

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3346241/iran-war-hits-trade-hubs-chinas-logistics-firms-scramble-alternatives

[2026-03-12 01:52 UTC+10:00] [Chan Tsz-tat] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Taiwan’s Mayday invites fans angered by axed Hong Kong show to free rehearsal

Snippet: Concert scheduled for March 24 was cancelled and another show added on March 29, prompting wave of complaints

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3346268/taiwans-mayday-invites-fans-angered-axed-hong-kong-show-free-rehearsal

[2026-03-12 01:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Oracle stock spikes 12% as strong Q3 earnings answer Wall Street AI buildout concerns

Snippet: Oracle shares rose 12% Wednesday after the company posted robust third-quarter earnings and assured analysts that the company does not plan to raise any additional debt in 2026 beyond what was already announced.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/11/oracle-orcl-stock-q3-earnings-ai-data-center.html

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Inflation held steady in February — though Iran war could reheat prices

Snippet: Inflation held steady in February ahead of the war in Iran, though economists are concerned that energy shocks from the conflict could ripple across the economy – complicating the Fed’s path to interest rate cuts.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/11/business/inflation-held-steady-in-february-though-iran-war-could-reheat-prices/

[2026-03-11 23:49 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: US energy chief’s deleted Hormuz X post called market manipulation

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/us-energy-chiefs-deleted-hormuz-x-post-called-market-manipulation/

[2026-03-11 23:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Consumer prices rose 2.4% annually in February, as expected

Snippet: Prices consumers pay for a broad range of goods and services rose in line with expectations for February, offering a final look at inflation pressures before an oil shock tied to the Iran war rattled the outlook.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/11/cpi-inflation-report-february-2026.html

[2026-03-11 23:30 UTC+10:00] [artificial intelligence] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran’s data centre attacks in the Gulf are strikes on confidence

Snippet: AI data centres, financial hubs and tourism are not peripheral to the Gulf’s growth; they are central to both opportunity and vulnerability

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3345949/irans-data-centre-attacks-gulf-are-strikes-confidence

[2026-03-11 23:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Nebius stock pops 14% on Nvidia $2 billion investment announcement

Snippet: Shares of Nebius Group popped 14% on Wednesday after Nvidia announced it would invest $2 billion in the artificial intelligence cloud company.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/11/nebius-nvidia-ai-cloud.html

[2026-03-11 23:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Turkish arms subsidiary rebrands after sales to Israel sparks Iran war backlash

Snippet: When the Turkish arms company Repkon announced that it was entering the US market in late 2024, the move was hailed by both the Turkish government and the defence industry.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/turkey-repkon-arms-subsidiary-rebrands-after-sales-israel-amid-iran-war-backlash

[2026-03-11 22:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran says will hit economic targets in the region

Snippet: Iran's military on Wednesday vowed to strike US and Israeli banks and economic centres in the region, after overnight attacks hit a bank in Tehran.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-says-will-hit-economic-targets-region

[2026-03-11 22:29 UTC+10:00] [AI engineers] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Demand for AI talent in China outpaces job postings in other ‘new-economy’ sectors

Snippet: AI-related positions accounted for more than a quarter of new-economy job listings in the first two months of the year, report says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3346244/demand-ai-talent-china-outpaces-job-postings-other-new-economy-sectors

[2026-03-11 22:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Iran declares US-Israeli economic, banking interests in region are targets

Snippet: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has threatened to attack “economic centres and banks” related to United States and Israeli entities in the region after what it called an attack on an Iranian bank, with the war in its 12th day.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/11/iran-declares-us-israeli-economic-banking-interests-in-region-as-targets

[2026-03-11 21:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: Russia Backs Disinfo Campaign to Aid Orbán’s Re-Election Bid – FT

Snippet: The Kremlin has approved a plan to support Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s ruling Fidesz party through a covert social media campaign ahead of Hungary’s elections next month, the Financial Times reported Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/03/11/russia-backs-disinfo-campaign-to-aid-orbans-re-election-bid-ft-a92192

[2026-03-11 21:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Erdogan: War must be stopped 'before it engulfs entire region in flames'

Snippet: The war raging in the Middle East must be stopped before it engulfs the entire region at increasing cost to the global economy, Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/erdogan-war-must-be-stopped-it-engulfs-entire-region-flames