Samsung tops global soundbar market for 12th straight year
Samsung Electronics said Sunday it has retained its position as the world’s top soundbar brand for the 12th consecutive year.
· Jie Ye-eun
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Blackpink’s Jennie, Art Basel, Cj Hendry: top Hong Kong events to catch in March
Residents and visitors are spoiled for choice in the last two weeks of Hong Kong arts month, with ComplexCon and HKwalls among the city’s offerings
· Ambrose Li
Grab, Move It roll out fuel discount, incentives for drivers amid soaring pump prices
MANILA, Philippines — Ride-hailing and motorcycle taxi platforms Grab Philippines and Move It announced the rollout of a financial support package for their driver-partners as soaring fuel prices threaten the livelihood of transport workers who depend on the platforms for daily income.
· Franco Jose C. Baroña
Hana Financial partners with Standard Chartered on global business, digital assets
Hana Financial Group said Sunday it had signed a memorandum of understanding with British financial group Standard Chartered to expand cooperation in global business and digital assets.
· Jeon Ji-woo
Hyundai E&C, Hyundai Steel team up on floating wind platform
Hyundai Engineering & Construction is joining forces with Hyundai Steel to develop a proprietary floating offshore wind technology, combining their strengths in a bid to secure an early foothold in a fast-emerging energy market.
· No Kyung-min
Aussies to suffer fresh cash blow with inflation to surge to new highs
Property News: Australia's most expensive streets, and how much it costs to live in them.
· Yashee Sharma
Inside the coconut cartel: how Chinese money squeezes Thai farmers
With Chinese investors seizing the supply chain, Thai coconuts now fetch less than a piece of chewing gum, wiping out profits for growers
· Aidan Jones
No recession but inflation hike and increased cost-of-living pressure on the way, Jim Chalmers says
Economists predict RBA will raise interest rates this week and in May – days before treasurer unveils budget
· Tom Mcilroy
Chinese bubble tea chain Mixue straps in for theme park project
World’s largest food-service chain is looking to monetise its Snow King mascot and give a boost to hometown economy
· Luna Sun
Why some women experience intense negative feelings while breastfeeding
Women who tandem feed are at a higher risk of experiencing breastteeding aversion. (Adobe Stock)
· Kellie Scott
Mamdani’s tax-and-spend plans leave NYC bond investors leery
At the start of his term in January, Mayor Mamdani had the Big Apple’s lenders in his corner — despite his plans to remake the Big Apple economy under his socialist agenda.
· Charles Gasparino
What to know about the Strait of Hormuz, a key passageway essential for global energy supply
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The Strait of Hormuz is a small strip of water connecting the Persian Gulf to the world’s oceans, and it has become a big problem for the global economy.
· Agence France-Presse
NSW to crack down on property underquoting, forcing sellers to publish price guides on all listings
Underquoting and ‘dummy bidding’ will attract fines of $110,000 in bid to create a ‘fair property market’
· Ben Smee
Recession not expected in Australia but markets suggest a March rate hike: Treasurer
Jim Chalmers said a recession is "not something that we're anticipating or expecting" in Australia as a result of the Middle East war. Source: AAP / Dan Himbrechts
· Sbsaustralia
‘It’s the end of an era’: Final day looms for beloved market bakery
It’s been a staple of Queen Victoria Market for more than 50 years, but M&G Caiafa bread and pastries shop will open for the last time on Sunday morning.
· Carolyn Webb
How to obtain the national fuel pass QR code - DailyNews
The Ministry of Energy has announced the reintroduction of the National Fuel Pass (QR code) system for fuel distribution, citing regional instability, rising fuel demand, and the need to prevent illegal fuel hoarding and black-market activities.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Australia news live: new laws to crack down on property underquoting in NSW; inflation could reach ‘high fours’, Chalmers says
Minns government introducing legislation to significantly increase penalties. Follow the day’s updates live
· Ima Caldwell, Tom Mcilroy
QR code system made mandatory for fuel distribution from today - DailyNews
The Ministry of Energy has announced the reintroduction of the National Fuel Pass (QR code) system for fuel distribution, citing regional instability, rising demand for fuel and the need to curb illegal fuel hoarding and black-market activities.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
‘The Madison’ Episode 3 Recap: Don’t Call Me, Daughter
We’re back in conversational flashback mode for Episode 3 of The Madison (“Let Her Fall”), and this time Stacy and Preston Clyburn are discussing their oldest daughter’s impending divorce. Abby married some guy named Dallas, a “dilettante,” according to Preston, who she and her daughters are better off without. But …
· Mark Graham
Sticker Shock: Iran war has gas prices flirting with $4 a gallon
New Yorkers are getting a crash at the gas pump.
· Gabrielle Fahmy
Israeli settlers shoot Palestinians in West Bank villages, steal livestock
Israeli settlers have attacked two villages in the occupied West Bank, causing casualties among the Palestinian residents, according to local officials.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Photos show the impact of the Iran war on tourism in Dubai
A man naps on a cafe table at the empty Al Seef market, next to the historic Al Fahidi neighborhood along Dubai Creek, one of the main tourist areas of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Friday, March 13, 2026, as tourism slows amid regional tensions linked to the Iran war. (AP Photo/Fatima Shbair)
Rate rises, helium shortages, EV sales spikes: how is the disruption in Iran’s strait of Hormuz affecting Australia?
The ‘largest supply disruption in history’ due to the US-Israeli war on Iran is affecting prices from plastic to jet fuel to fertiliser
· Catie Mcleod, Jonathan Barrett
Strait of Hormuz: What to know about the vital oil route
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The Strait of Hormuz is a small strip of water connecting the Persian Gulf to the world’s oceans, and it has become a big problem for the global economy.
· Associated Press
Protests erupt in Cuba as US restrictions spark food, energy shortages
Protesters in central Cuba have torched a local communist party office, as conditions on the island continue to deteriorate under severe restrictions from the United States meant to squeeze the economy.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Ace Gapuz and the rise of the creator economy
In 2011, when social media was still finding its footing in the Philippines and “influencer marketing” had yet to enter the business vocabulary, Ace Gapuz saw something others had not fully recognized: a growing community of digital storytellers with the power to shape conversations, communities and consumer behavior.
· Iza Iglesias
GCash launches ‘Pera Coach’: Philippines’ first AI-powered financial coach
GCASH strengthens its commitment to financial literacy and inclusion with the Philippines’ first AI-powered financial coach embedded in an e-wallet. Developed with Microsoft and powered by enterprise-grade AI, Pera Coach communicates in English, Tagalog, Cebuano, and Hiligaynon, offering guidance tailored to users’ …
· The Manila Times
Palawan ProtekTODO promotes fire safety and protection
A microinsurance program launched by the Palawan Group of Companies is highlighting the need for both fire prevention and financial protection as fire incidents continue to threaten homes in Metro Manila.
· Iza Iglesias
For the greater good
OUR political leaders and economic managers have a stock answer whenever ordinary Filipinos appeal for the removal of the excise tax and value-added tax (VAT) on petroleum products. In disapproving the prayers of the poor, they cite the would-be significant loss in tax collection and the adverse impact it would have…
· Edgard A. Arevalo
World Bank approves $800-M loan to strengthen PH fiscal resilience
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· Philippine News Agency
DSWD acts on viral plight of elderly man to get financial aid
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Arizona's Kyrsten Sinema acknowledges relationship with security guard while fighting lawsuit
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, I-Ariz., questions witnesses during a Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs hearings to examine recent bank failures and the Federal regulatory response on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, March 28, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File)
· Gary D Robertson
The biggest release of emergency oil stockpiles in history was announced. Why crude may keep rising
The oil market sent a clear signal this week that a massive release of stockpiled crude by the U.S. and its allies is nowhere near enough to address the unprecedented supply disruption triggered by the Iran war.
· Spencer Kimball
‘Everything is going up’: Americans struggle with affordability despite Trump’s claims
US workers are finding it difficult to afford basic necessities as the president claims ‘the economy is roaring back’
· Michael Sainato
Hong Kong to tighten moneylending rules to tackle debt collector harassment
Authorities will impose measures such as stricter borrowing caps and ban loan referees in August
· Lam Ka-sing
Fallouts and financial woes: inside Heston Blumenthal’s sinking empire
Current and ex-staff claim demise of London restaurant can be traced back to the departure of chef’s right-hand man
· Helena Horton
Here are 5 ways to enter China without a visa – by land, sea or air
China has continually expanded its visa-free policies in recent years. Here is a breakdown of the latest rules
· Ralph Jennings
China single mum starts business with US$100, runs clothing brand, earns millions
Mother of one sleeps just 4 hours a night to build street market business that becomes chain with shops in cities nationwide
· Yating Yang
Developers roll out 360 flats at 2 Hong Kong projects amid improving sentiment
Buyers snapped up dozens of flats, though one agent warned the Middle East conflict has been ‘like a bucket of cold water’ on the market
· Peggy Ye
Mother of 4 dies at typhoon relief event in Mandaue City
MANDAUE CITY — A mother of four went to claim financial aid for her typhoon-damaged home—but never made it back home alive.
· Kaiser Jan Fuentes
Top Chinese entrepreneurs commit to Middle East expansion despite Iran war
TCL and Xpeng founders also vow to keep investing in Latin America – despite US intervention in Venezuela this year
· Ji Siqi
Bank fees. Has Chalmers the guts to take on the big banks?
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· Michael Sainsbury
Hong Kong’s bid to win in AI: where are the road map and the guardrails?
In the second of a two-part series on AI in Hong Kong, Oscar Liu reports on how society, from government and companies to institutions and individuals, is scrambling to embrace AI, as work itself gets redefined
· Oscar Liu
Iran war knocks out Thai Mideast rice exports, squeezing farmers harder
The situation could ripple through the nation’s economy and further batter growers struggling with falling domestic prices
· Bloomberg
Zero tolerance for insider trading central to Hong Kong’s financial future
Crackdown on wrongdoers a welcome sign of regulatory vigilance that is vital to the city’s role as an international finance hub
· SCMP Editorial
US judge nixes two subpoenas against Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell
In a fiery, 27-page decision, a United States judge has granted a motion to quash two subpoenas related to an investigation into Jerome Powell, the chair of the Federal Reserve, the country’s central bank.
· Al Jazeera Staff
I’ve been sleeping on my Avocado mattress for 2 years — my review
With hundreds of mattress brands on the market, choosing which company to go with can be quite the challenge.
· Jackie Goldstein
Trump and Netanyahu’s Iran quagmire is wrecking the global economy
While bombs are being dropped on communities that may seem far away for some, the ripple effects of war in the Middle East are truly worldwide
· Alex Lo
Popular farmers' market facing eviction over public liability stoush
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· Jennifer Nichols
How major US stock indexes fared Friday 3/13/2026
Wall Street’s losses deepened as the ongoing fallout from the war in Iran keeps pushing oil prices higher, ratcheting up inflationary pressure on the global economy.
· The Associated Press