[2026-03-06 05:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: 'Dangerous' Trump chapter puts Australians' superannuation at risk

Snippet: Topic:Financial Markets

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-06/donald-trump-risks-global-financial-markets-middle-east-war/106419242

[2026-03-06 04:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Morgan Stanley cuts 3% of workforce across entire bank

Snippet: Electronic signage is seen at Morgan Stanley headquarters on March 4, 2021, in New York. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/morgan-stanley-layoffs-investment-banking-47625e9c2ec04b4e401725a75f99d0e7

[2026-03-06 04:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Kalshi refuses to pay winnings on $54M trade related to Khamenei’s death, drawing user fury

Snippet: Prediction market Kalshi has drawn outrage for refusing to pay out winnings on a $54 million trade related to the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/business/kalshi-refuses-to-pay-winnings-on-54m-trade-related-to-khameneis-death-drawing-user-fury/

[2026-03-06 04:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Kalshi promo code NYPMAX: Trade $10, get $10 for NCAA conference tournament markets

Snippet: Kalshi, the burgeoning prediction market, is giving new users 10 more reasons to create an account on their platform with the Kalshi promo code NYPMAX.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/betting/kalshi-promo-code-nypmax-trade-10-get-10-for-ncaa-conference-tournament-markets/

[2026-03-06 03:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: New York Post

Title: Dow plunges nearly 800 points as inflation fears, Iran war spook Wall Street

Snippet: Wall Street’s main indexes edged lower on Thursday as the Middle East conflict entered its sixth day, raising concerns of fresh inflation pressures that could complicate the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/business/dow-plunges-nearly-800-points-as-inflation-fears-iran-war-spook-wall-street/

[2026-03-06 03:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: The microneedling-inspired treatment that sold out in 3 months is back

Snippet: Have you noticed how high-performance skincare has been drifting into territory that used to belong exclusively to dermatologists’ offices?

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/shopping/dr-brandt-needles-no-more-dermal-micro-points-is-back-in-stock/

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Govt boosts rural economy through farm tourism strategy

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/06/regions/govt-boosts-rural-economy-through-farm-tourism-strategy/2294112

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Stock market rebounds but peso falls anew

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/06/business/top-business/stock-market-rebounds-but-peso-falls-anew/2294022

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Inflation hits 13-month high

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/06/business/top-business/inflation-hits-13-month-high/2294028

[2026-03-06 02:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Women rickshaw drivers defy norms in Nigeria's conservative Kano

Snippet: Sporting a pink knee-length veil, Umma Hani Yusuf Khalid has recently found financial stability as a rickshaw taxi driver, a trade that was unthinkable for her in Nigeria's conservative Muslim city of Kano two years ago.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/05/women-rickshaw-drivers-defy-norms-in-nigerias-conservative-kano/

[2026-03-06 02:30 UTC+10:00] [Donald Trump] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s five-year plan emphasises ‘orderly’ AI development amid global tech volatility

Snippet: First announced in 2024, the AI Plus initiative includes a target of integrating AI into 90 per cent of China’s economy by 2030

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3345586/chinas-five-year-plan-emphasises-orderly-ai-development-amid-global-tech-volatility

[2026-03-06 01:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: German defense firm Renk CEO says Iran war could drive 'increasing demand' in the Middle East

Snippet: The chief executive of German defense firm Renk said the escalating war in the Middle East could boost its business in the region.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/05/renk-r3nk-stock-war-iran-defense-middle-east.html

[2026-03-06 00:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: RT News

Title: Sri Lankan economy ‘at great risk’ from Middle East crisis – former minister

Snippet: Sri Lanka could take an economic hit from the protracted Middle East conflict, former minister Harin Fernando has said.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/633879-sri-lankan-economy-at-great/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-06 00:22 UTC+10:00] [DeepSeek] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Xi Jinping calls for China’s provincial powerhouses to lead on tech at ‘two sessions’

Snippet: The president said China’s strongest regions should be proactive in tech transformation, hold a ‘bottom line mindset’ to resist external shocks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345613/xi-jinping-calls-chinas-provincial-powerhouses-lead-tech-two-sessions

[2026-03-05 22:01 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: ECB policymakers warn of inflation spike if Iran war lasts

Snippet: Three European Central Bank policymakers warned on Thursday that euro zone inflation would likely rise, and growth sag, if the war in Iran were to ‌become drawn out and suck in more countries.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688121

[2026-03-05 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China pledges ‘iron discipline’ to tackle debt as US borrowing surges

Snippet: Global debt reached a record high in 2025 and rose in the world’s two largest economies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345587/china-pledges-iron-discipline-tackle-debt-risks-us-borrowing-under-trump-surges

[2026-03-05 22:00 UTC+10:00] [Celebrity] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: $700 Erewhon hauls, 21-hour shifts: celebrity assistants go public with their grueling, fabulous work

Snippet: Staff for the rich and famous are influencerizing their day-to-day lives, giving followers access to luxury while creating financial safety nets for themselves

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2026/mar/05/celebrity-personal-assistants-tiktok

[2026-03-05 21:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Egypt: Tourism holds strong despite regional tensions [Business Africa]

Snippet: Egypt’s tourism sector continues its strong growth, reaffirming its key role in the country’s economy. In 2025, Egypt welcomed nearly 19 million visitors, a 21% increase compared with 2024. Tourism revenues reached €14.17 billion, more than 20% above pre-pandemic levels.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/05/egypt-tourism-holds-strong-despite-regional-tensions-business-africa/

[2026-03-05 21:42 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran thanks Chinese public after US-Israeli air strikes prompt online wave of sympathy

Snippet: Embassy in Beijing says Iran sincerely grateful to ‘the civilised and righteous Chinese people’ but financial aid not needed for now

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3345584/iran-thanks-chinese-public-after-us-israeli-air-strikes-prompt-online-wave-sympathy

[2026-03-05 21:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Takeaways from China's national congress opening and 5-year blueprint

Snippet: Chinese Premier Li Qiang bows before delivering his report during the opening session of the National People’s Congress (NPC) in Beijing, Thursday, March 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-congress-economy-growth-target-6459c5f5b9bd7a538f9d7a7f17c304ef

[2026-03-05 21:30 UTC+10:00] [Elon Musk] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China is world’s billionaire capital again as Hurun Rich List swells on stock surge

Snippet: Global billionaire population hits record, led by Elon Musk, as China adds 287 names and AI emerges as a top wealth generator

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3345577/china-worlds-billionaire-capital-again-hurun-rich-list-swells-stock-surge

[2026-03-05 21:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka accelerates its Regional Tech Hub strategy - DailyNews

Snippet: The final week of February 2026 has marked a historic turning point for Sri Lanka’s technological landscape. Led by the Ministry of Digital Economy, the nation has unveiled a series of aggressive reforms and international partnerships designed to transform the island into a premier global digital hub.On February 26, at Bandaranaike International Airport, the Ministry officially issued the country’s first ‘Digital Nomad’ visa.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/breaking-news/961935/sri-lanka-accelerates-its-regional-tech-hub-strategy/

[2026-03-05 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet Rob Rausch, the snake-wrangling winner of The Traitors season 4

Snippet: Rausch celebrated by buying an Hermès Birkin bag for his Traitors co-star Maura Higgins with help from Lisa Rinna – but he’s off the market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3345538/meet-rob-rausch-snake-wrangling-heartthrob-who-just-won-traitors-season-4

[2026-03-05 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Trump Administration] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ProPublica

Title: Documents Reveal a Web of Financial Ties Between Trump Officials and the Industries They Help Regulate

Snippet: Thousands of companies are jockeying for billions of dollars in Defense Department contracts to build a shield designed to intercept and destroy missiles launched against the United States.

Read full article: https://www.propublica.org/article/trump-administration-financial-disclosures-steve-feinberg

[2026-03-05 20:49 UTC+10:00] [European] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sky-high jump in airfares from Hong Kong to Europe, Americas – even Asian cities

Snippet: Economy-class fares to Paris, Rome and New York surge while cheapest return flight to Tokyo costs nearly HK$5,000

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3345571/sky-high-jump-airfares-hong-kong-europe-americas-even-asian-cities

[2026-03-05 20:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: BYD sales plunge in first two months of 2026 as EV giant loses more ground to competitors

Snippet: BYD lost ground to its domestic competitors over the first two months of the year, as overall demand in China's electric vehicle market slowed.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/05/drawdown-byd-chinese-ev-sales-mixed-results-holiday-lull.html

[2026-03-05 20:32 UTC+10:00] [ASML] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Top chip leaders urge national drive to ‘build China’s ASML’ amid US curbs

Snippet: Financial and human resources must be pooled and authorities should start drawing up plans immediately, top executives say in an article

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3345557/top-chip-leaders-urge-national-drive-build-chinas-asml-amid-us-curbs

[2026-03-05 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: COL and NASDAQ-Listed BeLive Holdings Unveil World's First "Microdrama in a Box" in Headline Hong Kong FILMART 2026 Launch

Snippet: HONG KONG and SINGAPORE, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- COL Group has partnered with US-listed BeLive Holdings to launch the world's first fully integrated "Microdrama in a Box" solution at Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART 2026). The offering combines enterprise-grade SaaS infrastructure with access to the largest curated microdrama catalogue globally, positioning the partnership as one of the event's defining commercial announcements.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688097

[2026-03-05 19:53 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: China’s new 5-year plan calls for AI throughout its economy, tech breakthroughs

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/china-calls-ai-economy-breakthroughs-5-year-plan/

[2026-03-05 19:34 UTC+10:00] [US-Israel war on Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Globalisation is under threat from Iran war – and Britain is uniquely vulnerable

Snippet: The economic ripples from the US-Israel attacks will soon become waves, engulfing everything from energy prices to food supplies

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/05/globalisation-under-threat-britain-economy-iran-conflict

[2026-03-05 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Türk Telekom and ZTE Complete World's First C+L Full-Band Integrated 1.6Tbps Live Network Trial, Ushering in A New Era of 5G All-Optical Network

Snippet: BARCELONA, Spain, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, and Türk Telekom have jointly completed the world's first C+L (12 THz) full-band integrated 1.6Tbps live network trial in Istanbul. The trial has significantly boosted system capacity, reduced spare part types, and enabled ultra-high-speed 400GE/800GE service transmission, laying a solid foundation for Türkiye to develop ultra-broadband and intelligent all-optical networks, thereby elevating the digital economy level of

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10688049

[2026-03-05 19:30 UTC+10:00] [blockade] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Iran war shows markets can’t ignore every geopolitical shock

Snippet: Investors have grown used to brushing off geopolitical threats, but turmoil in the Middle East poses a greater risk to the global economy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3345515/iran-war-shows-markets-cant-ignore-every-geopolitical-shock

[2026-03-05 18:46 UTC+10:00] [Australian economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australian petrol retailers accused of price gouging over rising fuel costs amid Iran war

Snippet: Motoring groups accuse retailers of using conflict as an excuse to lift prices as Jim Chalmers asks ACCC to keep watch

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/05/australian-petrol-retailers-accused-of-price-gouging-over-rising-fuel-costs-amid-iran-war

[2026-03-05 18:35 UTC+10:00] [Business / The economy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: The Iran energy nightmare is becoming a reality

Snippet: Energy analysts modelling a war involving Iran have long feared two developments: the Islamic Republic lashing out at its oil-rich neighbours and a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, through which a third of global seaborne crude and a fifth of liquefied natural gas (LNG) transit daily.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/the-economy/the-iran-energy-nightmare-is-becoming-a-reality-20260305-p5o7ma.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-05 18:05 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Higher food prices push inflation up to 2.4% in February 2026

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/inflation-rate-philippines-february-2026/

[2026-03-05 17:38 UTC+10:00] [New World Development] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Global investors revisit Hong Kong property stocks as housing market recovery gathers pace

Snippet: Stronger home sales and expectations of double-digit price gains have revived investor interest in Hong Kong’s property sector

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3345537/global-investors-revisit-hong-kong-property-stocks-housing-market-recovery-gathers-pace

[2026-03-05 17:36 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Seoul cautious on potential redeployment of USFK assets amid Iran strikes

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/10687881

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: K bank reaches Kospi after long, bumpy IPO journey

Snippet: Retail demand strong in subscriptions, but first-day trading turns choppy

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687864

[2026-03-05 17:12 UTC+10:00] [Business / Consumer affairs] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ‘Prices have gone up’: Travellers fret about spike in airfares because of Iran war

Snippet: Short-term travel costs could surge by as much as 80 per cent as rising fuel prices and a significant capacity gap due to the Iran war squeeze the aviation market, travel experts say.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/consumer-affairs/prices-have-gone-up-travellers-fret-about-spike-in-airfares-because-of-iran-war-20260305-p5o7qw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-05 16:57 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Hana Financial teams with Circle, Crypto.com on USDC payments

Snippet: Hana Financial Group is stepping up its push into stablecoin payments in South Korea, launching a promotional campaign for foreign visitors using USDC through partnerships with Circle and Crypto.com.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687842

[2026-03-05 16:54 UTC+10:00] [economic development] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China to step up tech, energy and decarbonisation efforts in next 5-year plan

Snippet: China raises domestic energy output target and increases number of key projects planned for the next 5 years

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345525/china-step-tech-energy-and-decarbonisation-efforts-next-5-year-plan

[2026-03-05 16:23 UTC+10:00] [US-Israel] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Beijing tasks Hong Kong with fast-tracking Northern Metropolis, boosting integration

Snippet: City priorities in 15th five-year plan draft include development of a commodity trading ecosystem and deepening cross-border connections of financial markets

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3345521/beijing-tasks-hong-kong-fast-tracking-northern-metropolis-boosting-integration

[2026-03-05 16:08 UTC+10:00] [BUSINESS] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Japan’s investors sell most overseas bonds since 2024 last month

Snippet: Japanese investors sold the largest amount of overseas bonds since 2024 last month, as market watchers scrutinize flows for signs that higher domestic yields were triggering repatriation.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/03/05/economy/japan-investors-overseas-bonds/

[2026-03-05 15:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: The Ministry of Finance of Thailand, the Bank of Thailand, and the International Monetary Fund Underscore Significant Progress Toward the 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings

Snippet: BANGKOK, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Thailand's Ministry of Finance, the Bank of Thailand, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) today took stock of preparations for the 2026 Annual Meetings of the IMF and the World Bank Group, which Thailand will host from October 12–18, 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC).

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687731

[2026-03-05 15:13 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Australia's most trusted and distrusted brands revealed

Snippet: A trio of brands have remained the most trusted in the country, while an embattled telco has fallen further, according to a new survey.Two Australian companies were on the podium, with Bunnings and Kmart in first and third, respectively, with German supermarket Aldi coming in second place, according to a Roy Morgan report.Commonwealth Bank and Apple rounded out the top five most trusted brands.LIVE UPDATES: Thousands of Aussies are watching this flight closelyBunnings and the other top brands "represent value,

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/most-trusted-brands-australia-2026/8a1b9a76-3088-4743-aa6d-fa98696298d3

[2026-03-05 15:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Inside India newsletter: Energy, airlines and now over $50 billion in remittances to India at risk as Middle East conflict deepens

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/2026/03/05/iran-conflict-india-impact-remittance-pipeline.html

[2026-03-05 15:00 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Korea’s market plunge is just the start of Asia’s Iran pain

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/03/koreas-market-plunge-is-just-the-start-of-asias-iran-pain/

[2026-03-05 14:22 UTC+10:00] [Li] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Takeaways from Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s government work report

Snippet: Li raises the curtain on the annual session of the National People’s Congress with a series of targets for the economy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345503/takeaways-chinese-premier-li-qiangs-government-work-report

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong unveils incentives to attract gold refiners and boost global hub plan

Snippet: Targeted measures, tax incentives and cross-border partnerships aim to bolster city’s role as a global gold trading and refining hub

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3345457/hong-kong-unveils-incentives-attract-gold-refiners-and-boost-global-hub-plan

[2026-03-05 12:49 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Govt. to provide vouchers, financial aid to SMEs with Middle East exports

Snippet: Emergency export vouchers and financial aid packages will be provided to small and medium-sized enterprises with exports to the Middle East starting next week to minimize damage stemming from an ongoing regional crisis, the industry ministry said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687494