[2026-05-18 10:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Oil rises as Iran-U.S. deadlocked peace talks fan fears of extended supply disruption

Snippet: Oil prices rose Monday as the deadlock in Iran-U.S. peace talks fans fears of an extended supply crunch, while experts point to record low inventories.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/18/oil-today-brent-wti-iran-trump-hormuz-iea-supply-crude-.html

[2026-05-18 10:26 UTC+10:00] [Ukraine] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Ukraine war briefing: The drones that bombarded Moscow region

Snippet: Kyiv says electronics factory for weapon parts and oil pumping station among targets; Zelenskyy claims Ukraine outstripping Russia on battlefield. What we know on day 1,545

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/18/ukraine-war-briefing-the-drones-that-bombarded-moscow-region

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

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australia’s best blind bowlers compete for glory on the green – in pictures

Snippet: View image in fullscreenCurtis, 47, from Perth Bowling club lost both eyes in a 2023 gas explosion at his workplace. His brother came across a Facebook page run by Howard, the president of the Australian Blind Bowlers Association. Curtis, who has been bowling for two and a half years, is considered a B1, which means he has no eyesight at allShareView image in fullscreenCurtus with Howard, his director – a sighted guide who helps the bowler with alignment and delivery

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/gallery/2026/may/18/australias-best-blind-bowlers-compete-for-glory-on-the-green-in-pictures

[2026-05-18 09:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Bader's wind-aided slam helps Giants breeze to 10-1 victory over A's

Snippet: San Francisco Giants’ Harrison Bader hits a grand slam in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Athletics Sunday, May 17, 2026, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Alan Greth)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/giants-athletics-score-bader-arraez-f491fe105a60ba94cc4b6a9bf2c4d45e

[2026-05-18 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Asia-Pacific markets set for mixed open as Trump’s Iran warning stokes fresh oil supply fears

Snippet: Asia-Pacific markets were poised for a mixed open Monday as investors weighed renewed geopolitical tensions after U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran to "get moving, FAST," raising fears of further escalation in the Middle East and potential disruptions to global oil supplies.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/18/asia-pacific-markets-today-live-updates-nikkei-225-hang-seng-index-kospi-nifty-50.html

[2026-05-18 07:31 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: UAE reports drone strike at nuclear power plant as Trump says 'clock is ticking' for Iran

Snippet: LIVE, FREE and EXCLUSIVE

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/uae-power-plant-drone-strike-trump-iran-deal/47ul4dprf

[2026-05-18 07:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Iran Launches Crypto-Based "Hormuz Safe" Insurance Platform For Ships Crossing Strait

Snippet: The Islamic Republic of Iran has launched a digital insurance platform, titled Hormuz Safe, in order to guarantee safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and provide coverage for commercial vessels.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/iran-launches-crypto-based-hormuz-safe-insurance-platform-commercial-ships

[2026-05-18 07:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: EU natural gas stockpiling at record low – Gazprom

Snippet: The EU has been filling its underground gas storage facilities at record-low rates for three consecutive days this week, Russia’s state-owned giant Gazprom has said, citing figures by the Gas Infrastructure Europe (GIE) association.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/640106-eu-natural-gas-stockpile/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-05-18 07:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Read Full Article at RT.com

Snippet: The EU has been filling its underground gas storage facilities at record-low rates for three consecutive days this week, Russia’s state-owned Gazprom has said, citing figures by the Gas Infrastructure Europe (GIE) association.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/640106-eu-natural-gas-stockpile/

[2026-05-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: How 'force of energy & positivity' Hastings left indelible mark on rugby

Snippet: Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings died on Sunday

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/articles/cd9pkgw2yjwo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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

Source: The Age

Title: ASX set to retreat as tech stocks, rising oil prices weigh on Wall Street

Snippet: The US stock market fell from its records on Friday and joined a worldwide drop for stocks after higher oil prices sent a shiver through the bond market. Stocks that had been caught up in the euphoria around artificial-intelligence technology led the way lower.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-retreat-as-tech-stocks-rising-oil-prices-weigh-on-wall-street-20260518-p5zxy4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-18 05:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Former Dodger Scott Erickson says he stepped on gas before crash that killed young boys

Snippet: Former MLB pitcher Scott Erickson testified this week that he hit sped up when he spotted two young boys in a Westlake Village crosswalk moments before they were fatally struck in 2020.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/17/us-news/former-dodger-scott-erickson-says-he-stepped-on-gas-after-seeing-young-boys-in-deadly-crash/

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

Source: The Age

Title: Steel mill becomes nation’s first to switch on mostly green power

Snippet: A steel mill on the industrial edge of Melbourne has become the first in Australia to draw more than half of its power from renewable energy sources, marking a step forward in the push to clean up one of the world’s most carbon-intensive industries.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/steel-mill-becomes-nation-s-first-to-switch-on-mostly-green-power-20260517-p5zxtt.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-18 04:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Saudi Arabia condemns UAE drone strike, backs security measures

Snippet: Saudi Arabia has condemned the drone strike that sparked a fire near a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, describing the Gulf state as a “brother” country.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/saudi-arabia-condemns-uae-drone-strike-backs-security-measures

[2026-05-18 03:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Kharg Island and the new energy war over Iran’s collapsing oil exports - opinion

Snippet: The concept of an energy war has long been confined to the strategic manipulation of pipelines or the imposition of economic sanctions. But today, it has mutated into something far more visceral and visible.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-896147

[2026-05-18 03:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: New York Post

Title: Monster beau mercilessly pummeled LI mom of three in front of witnesses before leaving her to die: prosecutors

Snippet: A monster ex-con on parole fatally beat his mom-of-three gal pal at a Long Island gas station as shocked bystanders looked on, prosecutors said Sunday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/17/us-news/suspect-beat-li-mom-of-3-in-front-of-witnesses-before-leaving-her-to-die-prosecutors/

[2026-05-18 02:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Iranians told to 'change behaviour' as President warns of more wartime austerity | The National

Snippet: Iranians have been told to use less water and electricity as President Masoud Pezeshkian warns the country's difficult wartime conditions are set to continue.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/05/17/iranians-told-to-change-behaviour-as-president-warns-of-more-wartime-austerity/

[2026-05-18 02:37 UTC+10:00] [Drones] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Politico

Title: Fire sparked after drone strike at UAE nuclear plant

Snippet: A drone strike caused a fire on the perimeter at the Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi officials said Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.politico.eu/article/fire-drone-strike-united-arab-emirates-uae-barakah-nuclear-plant/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

[2026-05-18 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: US/Iran energy shock damage is spreading in Asia

Snippet: The US/Iran-linked energy crisis has shifted from a commodity shock to structural geopolitics, with Asia at the epicenter due to its dependence on imported oil and LNG. Global reverberations can no longer be avoided.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/18/opinion/columns/usiran-energy-shock-damage-is-spreading-in-asia/2345701

[2026-05-18 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: India scrambles to steady rupee as oil shock bites

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/18/world/asia-oceania/india-scrambles-to-steady-rupee-as-oil-shock-bites/2345658

[2026-05-18 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ERC OKs solar, hydro power transmission projects

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/18/business/top-business/erc-oks-solar-hydro-power-transmission-projects/2345678

[2026-05-18 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Opportunity battles facing migrants in post-US/Iran war

Snippet: OIL and water, being poles apart, may not mix, but politics, oil and migration do.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/18/opinion/columns/opportunity-battles-facing-migrants-in-post-usiran-war/2345697

[2026-05-18 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: UAE condemns drone strike near nuclear plant as ‘dangerous escalation’

Snippet: The United Arab Emirates has condemned the drone strike that sparked a fire near the Barakah nuclear power plant in the west of the country, without assigning responsibility.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/uae-condemns-drone-strike-near-nuclear-plant-dangerous-escalation

[2026-05-18 01:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: UAE reports drone strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

Snippet: The United Arab Emirates is investigating the source of a drone strike which triggered a fire near a nuclear power station, officials have said.

Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy27pkj1l1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-05-18 00:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: UAE launches investigation into source of drone strike on Barakah nuclear plant | The National

Snippet: The UAE said on Sunday that it had launched an investigation to determine the source of a drone strike that caused a fire close to Abu Dhabi's Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/05/17/uae-launches-investigation-into-source-of-drone-strike-on-barakah-nuclear-plant/

[2026-05-18 00:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: It’s the gas tax, stupid

Snippet: President Donald Trump is asking Congress to suspend the federal gas tax until the Iran war is over.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/17/opinion/newsom-has-resisted-calls-to-suspend-the-states-gas-taxes/

[2026-05-18 00:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Amid rumors of renewed war, Iran may escalate attacks on UAE - analysis

Snippet: A drone appeared to cause a fire near a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates on May 17. Abu Dhabi said that a fire was caused by a drone strike on an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra region, the Abu Dhabi Media Office said on Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-896470

[2026-05-18 00:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Drone strike sparks fire at UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant

Snippet: A drone strike has sparked a fire at the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), raising new concerns over a potential new regional escalation amid a fragile ceasefire between Iran and the United States.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/17/drone-strike-sparks-fire-at-uaes-barakah-nuclear-power-plant

[2026-05-17 23:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Americans Face The Highest Memorial Day Gas Prices On Record

Snippet: The nationwide average price of regular gasoline marginally increased on Thursday, after five straight days of decline, the American Automobile Association (AAA) said in a May 14 statement.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/personal-finance/americans-face-highest-memorial-day-gas-prices-record

[2026-05-17 23:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Long Island mom of 3 dead after being found unresponsive at gas station as suspect charged with murder

Snippet: A Long Island mother of three was found dead in a car in Suffolk County Saturday — and a suspect has been charged with her murder, according to cops.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/17/us-news/long-island-mom-of-3-found-dead-inside-her-car-at-gas-station-as-suspect-charged-with-murder/

[2026-05-17 23:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Spacecraft to probe how Earth fends off raging solar winds

Snippet: PARIS — A joint European-Chinese spacecraft is set to blast off Tuesday to investigate what happens when extreme winds and giant explosions of plasma shot out from the Sun slam into Earth's magnetic shield.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/17/news/world/spacecraft-to-probe-how-earth-fends-off-raging-solar-winds/2345694

[2026-05-17 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Energy] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The American epoch of oil is collapsing. What comes next could be ugly | Jonathan Watts

Snippet: China is dominating the energy transition with astonishing result, while fossil fuel fascists in the US try to turn back the clock

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2026/may/17/america-china-energy-oil-renewables

[2026-05-17 22:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Attack Drone Hits Near UAE Nuclear Power Plant

Snippet: Abu Dhabi authorities report that a kamikaze drone struck an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Al Dhafra. Officials said there were no injuries, no impact on radiological safety levels, and no disruption to plant operations.

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/attack-drone-hits-near-uae-nuclear-power-plant

[2026-05-17 22:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Abu Dhabi says drone strike caused fire at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant

Snippet: Authorities in Abu Dhabi responded to a fire caused by a drone strike on an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra Region, the Abu Dhabi Media Office said on Sunday.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-896446

[2026-05-17 22:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Drone targets UAE nuclear power plant, straining Iran war ceasefire

Snippet: The Barakah nuclear power plant went online in 2020 with the help of South Korea and is the first and only nuclear power plant on the Arabian Peninsula

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3353889/drone-targets-uae-nuclear-power-plant-straining-iran-war-ceasefire?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-17 22:05 UTC+10:00] [Cairo] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Drone targets UAE nuclear power plant, straining Iran war ceasefire

Snippet: The Barakah nuclear power plant went online in 2020 with the help of South Korea and is the first and only nuclear power plant on the Arabian Peninsula

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3353889/drone-targets-uae-nuclear-power-plant-straining-iran-war-ceasefire

[2026-05-17 21:50 UTC+10:00] [WORLD] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Drone strike starts fire outside UAE nuclear plant

Snippet: Abu Dhabi – A drone strike triggered a fire near a nuclear power station in the emirate of Abu Dhabi on Sunday, authorities said, reporting no injuries or impact on radiation levels.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/17/world/drone-fire-outside-uae-nuclear-plant/

[2026-05-17 21:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Drone strike causes fire at Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

Snippet: A drone strike caused a fire to break out at a nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/drone-strike-causes-fire-abu-dhabi-nuclear-power-plant

[2026-05-17 20:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: How Strait of Hormuz disruption is forcing Gulf transit towards pipelines and rail | The National

Snippet: Live updates: Follow the latest news on US-Iran war

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/05/17/how-strait-of-hormuz-disruption-is-forcing-gulf-transit-towards-pipelines-and-rail/

[2026-05-17 20:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Drone strike sparks fire at Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

Snippet: A government supporter wears badges showing a portrait of the slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and Iranian and Palestinian flags during a pro-government gathering at Islamic Revolution Square in Tehran, Iran, Wednesday, May 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-uae-nuclear-drones-71e7e58f45193b7dee3df28740532a7b

[2026-05-17 20:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Drone strike causes fire at Barakah nuclear plant perimeter in Abu Dhabi | The National

Snippet: Abu Dhabi authorities on Sunday responded to an electrical generator fire on the grounds of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, caused by an Iranian drone strike.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/05/17/drone-strike-causes-fire-at-barakah-nuclear-plant-perimeter-in-abu-dhabi/

[2026-05-17 16:29 UTC+10:00] [SOCCER] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Tucson prepares to welcome Iran for World Cup amid backdrop of war

Snippet: Tucson, Arizona – In the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. warships menace Iran's oil tankers, while in Washington U.S. President Donald Trump demands "complete victory." But in Tucson, they are getting ready to welcome the Iranian soccer team as if nothing were amiss.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2026/05/17/soccer/iran-world-cup-arizona/

[2026-05-17 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China turns coal power plant exhaust into cheap, effective fertiliser

Snippet: Fertiliser made using captured carbon and sulphur can boost crop yields compared with conventional versions, Chinese firm says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3353798/china-turns-coal-power-plant-exhaust-cheap-effective-fertiliser?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-17 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Ningbo] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China turns coal power plant exhaust into cheap, effective fertiliser

Snippet: Fertiliser made using captured carbon and sulphur can boost crop yields compared with conventional versions, Chinese firm says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3353798/china-turns-coal-power-plant-exhaust-cheap-effective-fertiliser

[2026-05-17 15:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: US exemption on Russian oil expires amid rising energy prices

Snippet: A US exemption allowing the delivery and sale of Russian-origin crude oil and petroleum products expired on Saturday amid rising global energy prices linked to the war involving Iran.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-exemption-russian-oil-expires-amid-rising-energy-prices

[2026-05-17 14:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: AI boom sparks state battles over rising utility profits and electricity bills

Snippet: Eric Pinson, manager and resident of the Lock 24 RV Park and Campground, one of two such locations he manages in the area, looks over the business’ electric bills, at his home at the campground in Racine, Ohio, March 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/electric-bills-utilities-artificial-intelligence-data-centers-4d09ba20e41fcc8ba68834ffae031c96

[2026-05-17 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China offers Southeast Asia clear nuclear power advantages

Snippet: With its experience in exporting nuclear reactors, China can offer long-term energy security and technological upgrades

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/opinion/article/3353742/china-offers-southeast-asia-clear-nuclear-power-advantages?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-17 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Beijing] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China offers Southeast Asia clear nuclear power advantages

Snippet: With its experience in exporting nuclear reactors, China can offer long-term energy security and technological upgrades

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/opinion/article/3353742/china-offers-southeast-asia-clear-nuclear-power-advantages

[2026-05-17 13:42 UTC+10:00] [JAPAN] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Japan opposition to grill PM on extra budget in leaders' debate

Snippet: Opposition parties are set to grill Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during a party leaders' debate on Wednesday over her delay in preparing an extra budget to combat rising oil prices and inflation.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/17/japan/politics/opposition-question-takaichi-extra-budget/

[2026-05-17 13:30 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Every window a solar panel: Australia-China joint venture to set up in Hong Kong

Snippet: With help from InvestHK, ClearVue and mainland partner choose city as base for effort to make power-producing glass for building facades

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/climate-and-energy/article/3353712/every-window-solar-panel-australia-china-joint-venture-set-hong-kong