[2026-03-27 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Russian Deputy Energy Minister arrives to enhance diplomatic, economic ties - DailyNews

Snippet: Russian Deputy Energy Minister Roman Marshavin who is on an official visit to Sri Lanka, was welcomed upon arrival at the Bandaranaike International Airport by Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera yesterday. Russian Ambassador to Sri Lanka Levan S. Dzhagaryan, Additional Secretary/ Europe and North America – Foreign Affairs Ministry M.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/local/973364/russian-deputy-energy-minister-arrives-to-enhance-diplomatic-economic-ties/

[2026-03-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Protecting energy security - DailyNews

Snippet: The Philippines earlier this week became the first country to declare an “Energy Emergency” in the wake of hostilities between Iran and Israel/United States (US). Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr declared the national energy emergency in response to what he called the “imminent danger” posed to the country’s energy supply.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/editorial/973682/protecting-energy-security/

[2026-03-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Main suspect in fake ‘Energy Minister’ fraud case remanded - DailyNews

Snippet: Fort Magistrate Isuru Nettikumara yesterday (26) ordered the main suspect, who allegedly posed as the Energy Minister to collect aid, to be produced before Court on the next hearing date. The suspect is accused of forging documents to collect donations under the guise of assisting school students in the Central Province displaced by ‘Cyclone Ditwah’.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/27/lawnorder/973746/main-suspect-in-fake-energy-minister-fraud-case-remanded/

[2026-03-27 06:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: EEUU busca exención de la ley de especies en peligro para petróleo y gas en el Golfo

Snippet: Plataformas petrolíferas se ven a través de la bruma cerca del Santuario Marino Nacional Flower Garden Banks, en el Golfo de México, frente a la costa de Galveston, Texas, 16 de septiembre de 2023. (Foto AP/LM Otero, archivo)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/eeuu-ley-peligro-exencion-comision-1fe0873c3b0ade68b275889cac629f63

[2026-03-27 05:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Iran wants to charge ships for safe passage through Strait of Hormuz as blockade sends oil above $100: report

Snippet: Iran is reportedly planning to charge ships for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz as its blockade of the waterway has pushed oil above $100 a barrel in a historic global energy supply disruption.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/business/iran-wants-to-charge-ships-for-safe-travel-through-strait-of-hormuz-as-blockade-sends-oil-above-100-report/

[2026-03-27 05:50 UTC+10:00] [World / North America] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Age

Title: Trump says Australia ‘not great’ as he questions Iran peace prospects

Snippet: Washington: Donald Trump again took aim at Australia for not assisting him with the war against Iran, as the price of oil surges amid fears that the conflict and closure of the Strait of Hormuz may continue for weeks.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/north-america/trump-says-australia-not-great-as-he-questions-iran-peace-prospects-20260326-p5zj3l.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-27 05:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Tribunal de apelaciones pausa órdenes que limitan uso de gas lacrimógeno en edificio del ICE

Snippet: La policía en medio de una protesta en la sede del ICE en Portland, Oregon, el 4 de octubre del 2025. (AP foto/Jenny Kane)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/eeuu-trump-ice-oregon-redadas-migratorias-98562753bb6bd593796980ddc0c5a01c

[2026-03-27 05:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Trump administration seeks Endangered Species Act exemption for Gulf drilling

Snippet: Oil platforms are visible through the haze near the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary in the Gulf of Mexico, off the coast of Galveston, Texas, Sept. 16, 2023. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-oil-gas-iran-endangered-species-32484bddd8b28aa3e6ecfd9772429bd9

[2026-03-27 05:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Appeals court pauses orders limiting tear gas at Portland ICE building

Snippet: Law enforcement officers stand after deploying tear gas outside a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility during a protest on Oct. 4, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/tear-gas-ice-protests-portland-oregon-ef0b952db3ab3c58ddabdcd770211cbe

[2026-03-27 05:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Albanese government struggles under 'stress test' posed by Middle East war

Snippet: Topic:Federal Government

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-27/iran-war-fuel-prices-anthony-albanese-excise-gas-chris-bowen/106485986

[2026-03-27 05:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Oil crisis revives talks of levy on plastic packaging

Snippet: Topic:Recycling and Waste Management

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-27/oil-crisis-revives-talks-of-levy-plastic-packaging/106497956

[2026-03-27 05:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Most powerful energy crisis in human history is looming – Putin envoy

Snippet: The world is heading toward the most severe energy crisis in history and Europe is unprepared, Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev has said. The warning comes as the escalating conflict in the Middle East has driven volatility in global energy markets.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636290-eu-uk-energy-crisis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-27 05:26 UTC+10:00] [Business / Markets] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: ASX set to fall, oil prices rise as war uncertainty weighs on markets

Snippet: Uncertainty is weighing on Wall Street about when the war with Iran could end, and stocks are falling as oil prices rise.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-fall-oil-prices-rise-as-war-uncertainty-weighs-on-markets-20260327-p5zj45.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-27 05:16 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Aussie households set for triple-whammy bill price hike next month

Snippet: Australians are set for a triple-whammy of price hikes across health insurance premiums, energy bills and mortgage repayments starting from April 1.The average cost of private health insurance is set to jump by more than 4 per cent on the first of the month, hitting many Aussies in the hip pocket.Electricity bills will spike due to energy rebate expirations, and homeowners will feel the sting of the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) latest rate hike.LIVE UPDATES: Iran dismisses US ceasefire

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/april-one-financial-changes-australia-2026-private-health-insurance-energy-rebate-mortgage-rate-explained/144c4981-2270-48be-8661-bc6ef8b33ec4

[2026-03-27 04:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: Russia Eyes New Windfall as Iran War Chokes Fertilizer Supplies

Snippet: Russia stands to reap gains from surging global fertilizer prices amid the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, adding to Moscow's windfall from higher oil and gas revenues.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/03/26/russia-eyes-new-windfall-as-iran-war-blocks-global-fertilizer-supply-a92342

[2026-03-27 04:30 UTC+10:00] [US-Israel war on Iran] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The delusion of easy victory from the air may have seduced the US into another war

Snippet: Air superiority is supposed to deliver a quick triumph. But history has shown that promise to be written on the wind

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/26/air-superiority-war-planing-iran

[2026-03-27 04:05 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: SM, Robinsons, Ayala, Megaworld cut mall hours in response to energy emergency

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/sm-robinsons-ayala-megaworld-shorter-mall-hours-energy-emergency-march-30-2026/

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Prince Warehouse switches to smarter energy through COREnergy

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/tmt-newswire/prince-warehouse-switches-to-smarter-energy-through-corenergy/2308249

[2026-03-27 03:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Oil policies and failed thinking

Snippet: ON March 20 and subsequently, Boo Chanco wrote on oil deregulation, as have others with similar views. They are consistent and sincere Washington Consensus ideologues, and that passé, over-40-year-old view is dominant among our economists and commentators. I disagree with it. While they correctly view the problem, they offer a discredited, failed and (to me) harmful response.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/opinion/columns/oil-policies-and-failed-thinking/2308607

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Spot power sales halted amid energy emergency

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/business/top-business/spot-power-sales-halted-amid-energy-emergency/2308465

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Beijing says it's open to oil exploration talks

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/national/beijing-says-its-open-to-oil-exploration-talks/2308670

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Aboitiz exec tags issues hindering energy projects

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/business/top-business/aboitiz-exec-tags-issues-hindering-energy-projects/2308466

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Diversification, grid upgrade key to solving energy crisis

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/27/news/national/diversification-grid-upgrade-key-to-solving-energy-crisis/2308673

[2026-03-27 02:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Tehran’s ‘toll booth’: How Iran picks who to let through Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: The de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran in response to the United States-Israel war has caused one of the worst energy crises in decades with experts warning of a looming global recession.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/26/tehranstollbooth-how-iran-picks-who-to-let-through-strait-of-hormuz

[2026-03-27 02:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Trump says Iran let 10 oil ships through Strait of Hormuz as 'present' to U.S.

Snippet: Iran allowed a total of 10 oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz this week as a "present" to the United States, President Donald Trump said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/26/trump-iran-war-oil-strait-of-hormuz.html

[2026-03-27 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Trump says oil and stock market reaction to Iran conflict not as severe as he expected

Snippet: President Donald Trump said Thursday that neither the spike in oil prices nor the slump in the stock market during the Iran war were as bad he had anticipated.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/26/trump-iran-war-oil-stocks.html

[2026-03-27 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: 50M people across Midwest, Ohio Valley face possible tornadoes, damaging hail

Snippet: Intense severe storms will threaten nearly 50 million people beginning Thursday afternoon across parts of the Midwest and Ohio Valley with hail, damaging wind gusts, and possible tornadoes, as a cold front sweeps through the region, leaving winter-like temperatures in its wake.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/us-news/50-million-people-across-midwest-ohio-valley-face-possible-tornadoes-damaging-hail/

[2026-03-27 01:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 'A positive step towards a defining Sri Lanka-Russia energy partnership' – Energy Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody said Sri Lanka is taking all possible measures to address energy challenges arising from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, including efforts to secure energy supplies from the Russian Federation.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/26/local/973625/a-positive-step-towards-a-defining-sri-lanka-russia-energy-partnership-energy-minister/

[2026-03-27 01:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka, Russia discuss strengthening cooperation in energy sector - DailyNews

Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met Russian Deputy Minister of Energy Roman Marshavin at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (26), during the Deputy Minister’s official visit to Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/26/local/973606/sri-lanka-russia-discuss-strengthening-cooperation-in-energy-sector/

[2026-03-27 01:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Russian crude oil prices hitting premium price levels

Snippet: Russia has been trading oil without a discount and even at a premium on some routes, Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandr Novak said on Thursday, as cited by Vedomosti.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636297-russian-crude-oil-prices-premium/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-27 01:06 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Philippine gas stations shut down due to limited fuel supply | The wRap

Snippet: Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/video/daily-wrap/march-26-2026/

[2026-03-27 01:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: Forget Discounts – Russian Oil Is Now Selling at a Premium, Deputy PM Novak Says

Snippet: Russian oil is now selling at either no discount or even a premium as governments scramble to replace energy supplies lost after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/03/26/forget-discounts-russian-oil-is-now-selling-at-a-premium-deputy-pm-novak-says-a92347

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

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australian petrol stations report 25% surge in demand as governments plan for ‘biggest energy crisis in history’

Snippet: Rationing is not under consideration yet as hundreds of retailers report being without one or more types of fuel

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/26/australian-petrol-stations-surge-in-fuel-demand-government-plan-for-energy-crisis

[2026-03-27 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Petrol prices] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: ‘Not going anywhere’: fuel supply fears and soaring pump prices put a brake on the great Australian Easter road trip

Snippet: Travel feels ‘quite wasteful’ says a Sydney mother whose family has shelved their school holiday plans amid the energy shock from the Middle East conflict

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/26/fuel-supply-fears-soaring-pump-prices-easter-road-trip-australia

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Dow falls 250 points, oil jumps 4% as Trump warns Iran ‘better get serious soon’

Snippet: US stocks fell Thursday morning and oil prices jumped 4% as President Trump warned Iranian negotiators they “better get serious soon” amid conflicting reports over peace talks.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/26/business/dow-falls-250-points-as-oil-jumps-4-trump-warns-iran-they-better-get-serious-soon/

[2026-03-27 00:30 UTC+10:00] [John Swinney] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: UK blocks China wind turbine project on ‘national security’ amid tense business climate

Snippet: The UK government cited security concerns but gave few details, leaving observers to question if geopolitical pressure shaped move

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3348039/uk-blocks-china-wind-turbine-project-national-security-amid-tense-business-climate

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Energy Storage Safety Elevated: Sungrow & TÜV Rheinland White Paper Unveiled

Snippet: SYDNEY, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow, the global leading PV inverter and energy storage system provider, has launched joint white paper with TÜV Rheinland, an international testing, inspection, and certification organization. Titled "Sungrow Energy Storage White Paper: A Holistic Approach to Safety," the white paper presents a comprehensive framework designed to address emerging risks in large-scale energy storage deployments and support the industry's transition toward higher levels of reliability and sustainability.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10703758

[2026-03-26 23:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Global forecasting group sees U.S. inflation at 4.2% this year, much higher than Fed estimate

Snippet: The Iran war and its impact on the global energy market will keep headline U.S. inflation this year well above the Federal Reserve's projections, possibly necessitating policy action, according to a key global policy group.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/26/global-forecasting-group-sees-us-inflation-at-4point2percent-this-year-much-higher-than-fed-estimate.html

[2026-03-26 23:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: CNBC

Title: Higher gas prices from Iran war could offset bigger tax refunds from Trump's 'big beautiful bill'

Snippet: As the Iran war continues, and traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route, remains stalled, many Americans are seeing higher gas prices.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/26/high-gas-prices-iran-war-tax-refunds.html

[2026-03-26 23:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Prayer rally held for repeal of oil deregulation law, price controls on fuel products

Snippet: Multisectoral groups hold a prayer rally in Manila on March 26, 2026 for the repeal of the Oil Deregulation Law and impose price controls on petroleum products. The groups joined the first day of the nationwide transport strike against rising fuel costs brought about by the war in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/26/videos/watch-prayer-rally-held-for-repeal-of-oil-deregulation-law-price-controls-on-fuel-products/2308400

[2026-03-26 23:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Germany flip-flops on green energy plans

Snippet: A full exit from fossil fuels would “deindustrialize” Germany, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has stated, breaking from the country’s previous hardline push toward green energy.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636279-germany-energy-policy-reversal/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-26 23:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Oil prices jump 5 percent on Iran-US talks uncertainty

Snippet: Oil prices have surged by about 5 percent as uncertainty clouds ongoing talks between Iran and the United States, raising concerns over potential supply disruptions.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/oil-prices-jump-5-percent-iran-us-talks-uncertainty

[2026-03-26 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Food] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Four knockout bakes and tips from the master: Edd Kimber’s recipes for cooking with chocolate

Snippet: From a white chocolate cheesecake tart and flourless chocolate cake to double chocolate olive oil and marbled matcha cookies, explore chocolate’s endless versatility

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/food/2026/mar/26/chocolate-dessert-recipes-tart-cookies-cake-edd-kimber

[2026-03-26 22:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Malaysia says its tankers allowed through Hormuz

Snippet: Malaysia’s prime minister says Iranian authorities have permitted the country’s oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, signalling a limited easing for selected vessels.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/malaysia-says-its-tankers-allowed-through-hormuz

[2026-03-26 22:30 UTC+10:00] [Fossil fuels] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: What does the Iran war mean for clean energy transition?

Snippet: Here’s what to know about how the current crisis could shape the expansion of renewable energy

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/mar/26/iran-war-clean-energy-transition

[2026-03-26 22:00 UTC+10:00] [Film] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Rave Culture: A New Era review – high energy testimonial to the UK’s dance revolution

Snippet: It could do with more robust political context, but this Spanish-made documentary is still a loving, insightful delve into rave’s lasting influence and lost-weekend logistics

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/mar/26/rave-culture-a-new-era-review-high-energy-testimonial-to-the-uks-dance-revolution

[2026-03-26 22:00 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: How the Iran war is expected to affect US prices, from gas to flights

Snippet: Oil is used to power the supply chain, from machines that manufacture a cell phone to diesel that powers a truck

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/mar/26/iran-war-us-gas-fuel-oil-fertilizer-prices

[2026-03-26 21:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: BlackRock CEO does U-turn on Iran war optimism

Snippet: BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has warned of an impending global recession if the US-Israeli war on Iran drags on and oil prices remain above $100 a barrel. The stark prediction comes just weeks after Fink framed the conflict as a good long-term investment opportunity.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636269-blackrock-fink-iran-war/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-26 21:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Russian oil arrives in PH amid 'energy emergency'

Snippet: You’re watching The Manila Times’ News Prime.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/26/videos/russian-oil-arrives-in-ph-amid-energy-emergency/2308222

[2026-03-26 21:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Turkish-operated oil tanker hit by naval drone near Bosporus Strait

Snippet: ISTANBUL (AP) — A Turkish-operated oil tanker that had departed from Russia was struck by a naval drone on Thursday as it approached the Black Sea entrance to the Bosporus Strait, Turkish officials said.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/turkish-oil-tanker-attacked-black-sea-2998c366a90ed280e9781a8b030a050c