[2026-03-16 16:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran war an 'abject lesson' on fossil fuel dependence, UN climate chief says

Snippet: The disruption to energy markets caused by the Iran war is an "abject lesson" in the risks of relying on fossil fuels, and underscores the case for governments to wean their economies off oil and gas, the UN climate secretary will tell EU policymakers on Monday.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-war-abject-lesson-fossil-fuel-dependence-un-climate-chief-says

[2026-03-16 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: One in five NSW waterways has severe microplastic contamination, study finds

Snippet: Topic:Water Pollution

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-16/nsw-estuaries-microplastics-report/106458862

[2026-03-16 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Molicel Achieves RBA Silver Status, Setting a New Benchmark for Ethical Battery Manufacturing

Snippet: TAIPEI, March 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Molicel is proud to announce that our plant has officially been awarded Silver Status by the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA). This prestigious recognition marks a significant milestone in Molicel's journey toward global sustainability and ethical supply chain leadership.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10695207

[2026-03-16 15:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: AP News

Title: As gas prices rise, drivers can stretch their tanks a bit farther with these simple tips

Snippet: A person gets gas at a station March 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/climate-gasoline-prices-drivers-vehicles-mileage-3cd40a9c222d8d4e3971a0659799b884

[2026-03-16 15:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Storms pummel parts of US with snow, high winds and rain

Snippet: Warnings of hazardous road conditions were issued across Minnesota, Michigan and Wisconsin, where transportation officials warned of worsening conditions Sunday with low visibility and snow-covered roadways.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/severe-weather-storm-snow-east-coast-a8bbd037aba99aaf0cc930e91fdb72ca

[2026-03-16 14:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: San Diego rager brings swarm of cops after hundreds of kids flood ritzy neighborhood

Snippet: A wild house party in an upscale San Diego neighborhood spun out of control Saturday night, sending sheriff’s deputies racing to the scene after hundreds of young revelers packed into the area.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/15/us-news/san-diego-police-respond-to-house-party-with-hundreds-in-rancho-santa-fe-neighborhood/

[2026-03-16 14:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: SM introduces Sparklo Reverse Vending Machines to the Philippines for the first time

Snippet: SM Supermalls is strengthening its commitment to environmental sustainability through a new partnership with global cleantech company Sparklo. Expanding the reach of the SM Green Movement and the SM Green Recycling Machine program, the partnership aims to make recycling more accessible, convenient and rewarding for participating customers through SM malls nationwide.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/16/supplements/sm-introduces-sparklo-reverse-vending-machines-to-the-philippines-for-the-first-time/2300401

[2026-03-16 13:19 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Snow and wind batter parts of US, with threat of thunderstorms

Snippet: CHICAGO (AP) — A broad and erratic patchwork of severe weather rumbled across much of the US Sunday, dumping heavy snow and making roads impassable in the Upper Midwest while damaging high winds swept across the Plains.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10695056

[2026-03-16 13:13 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Dramatic images show shocking before-and-after scenes in flooded Queensland city

Snippet: Dramatic new aerial images of Bundaberg captured before and during the peak of last week's floods reveal the extent of the devastation in the Queensland city.The Burnett River peaked at a major flood level of 7.4 metres on Wednesday, March 11, sending water surging down streets and into more than 350 homes and businesses, including the Mitre 10 store.Boats became the only mode of transport around some of the city and white goods and a lawnmower catcher were seen floating

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/bundaberg-flooding-devastation-aerial-images-show-swollen-burnett-river-queensland-floods/46c60dfb-4415-4b79-a1a4-2b10750ae108

[2026-03-16 13:09 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Energy markets face uncertain environment: oil producer

Snippet: March 16, 2026 13:09 | News

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/energy-markets-face-uncertain-environment-oil-producer/

[2026-03-16 13:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran says Israel committed environmental crimes in Tehran

Snippet: Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, on Monday accused Israel of committing a crime against the environment after strikes hit fuel tanks in Tehran.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-says-israel-committed-environmental-crimes-tehran

[2026-03-16 12:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Reign open the season with weather-delayed 2-1 road win over the Orlando Pride

Snippet: Angel City FC defender Savy King practices with her National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) at the Angel City Performance Center in Thousand Oaks, Calif., Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/nwsl-orlando-pride-seattle-reign-angel-city-chicago-stars-9d583ccbad17df2faeb622600e49dac9

[2026-03-16 12:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: California air chief hints she will cave on plans to crucify oil and gas sector that’ll send prices rocketing

Snippet: California’s top clean-air official has hinted she might cave on a new policy that could cripple the state’s already struggling oil industry.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/15/us-news/california-air-board-chair-hints-controversial-climate-rule-could-change-before-vote/

[2026-03-16 12:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: NT chief minister visiting Canberra to discuss flood recovery funding

Snippet: Lia Finocchiaro has travelled to Canberra to request federal support for the Northern Territory's flood crisis. (ABC News: Dane Hirst)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-16/nt-flooding-chief-minister-canberra-recovery-funding-plea-/106459032

[2026-03-16 11:06 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Graphic News] Wildfires surge again amid dry conditions

Snippet: Wildfires surge again amid dry conditions

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694775

[2026-03-16 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: 'Flying blind' farmers face three-year wait for new weather radar

Snippet: Lightning struck the Bureau of Meteorology radar for Wyndham on Christmas Day, sparking a fire and causing "considerable damage". (Supplied: Bureau of Meteorology)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-16/kimberley-farmers-face-three-year-wait-for-new-radar/106451222

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

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Graphic News] Wildfires surge again amid dry conditions

Snippet: The number of wildfires in South Korea rose in February, raising alarms among authorities and experts. According to the National Fire Data System, 134 wildfires were recorded by February, a roughly 30 percent increase from the 103 incidents reported during the same period last year.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10694613

[2026-03-16 09:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Haydn Fleury ends goal drought as Winnipeg Jets edge St. Louis Blues 3-2

Snippet: Winnipeg Jets’ Haydn Fleury (24) scores against St. Louis Blues’ goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) during first-period NHL hockey game action in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Sunday March 15, 2026. (Fred Greenslade/The Canadian Press via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/blues-jets-score-bd26e6d4d140d9c6444ecfdd52ef1533

[2026-03-16 08:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Another ski resort closes early as heat wave causes chaos for California’s winter sports

Snippet: A Sierra Nevada ski resort says it’s wrapping up its season early as warm weather and rain rapidly wipe out its snowpack.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/15/us-news/another-california-ski-resort-closes-early-due-to-heat-wave-chaos/

[2026-03-16 08:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: California’s secret oil haven as drilling boss reveals silver lining for desperate state

Snippet: While oil producers and refineries are closing their doors and leaving California, Patrick McDonald, CEO of Carbon Energy Corporation, has found something of a safe haven in Ventura County — an area he said is more industry friendly.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/15/us-news/californias-secret-oil-haven-revealed/

[2026-03-16 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Fast, hassle free approval process for foreign investments needed - Chinese Envoy - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s investment climate has improved under the present Government, but still requires significant elevation in policy consistency, bureaucratic efficiency and speedy approval of proposals to boost investor confidence, Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/16/local/967439/fast-hassle-free-approval-process-for-foreign-investments-needed-chinese-envoy/

[2026-03-16 06:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Electric vehicle use rising in Sri Lanka as economy and environment benefit - DailyNews

Snippet: Chairman of New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Importers Association Mahinda Herath told the Daily News that the use of electric vehicles (EVs) in Sri Lanka is steadily increasing, reflecting a growing shift towards cleaner and more cost-efficient transportation. Industry data shows that EVs accounted for around 10 percent of passenger vehicle imports in 2025, highlighting the rapid adoption of electric mobility after the easing of vehicle import restrictions.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/16/business/967169/electric-vehicle-use-rising-in-sri-lanka-as-economy-and-environment-benefit/

[2026-03-16 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Beware of hot weather - DailyNews

Snippet: Hot weather in Sri Lanka, especially around March-April, is driven by the sun’s direct position over the island, creating high temperatures, high humidity, and low wind. This annual peak is intensified by climate change, which is accelerating temperature rises and increasing the frequency of “caution level” heat index warnings. These days people feel hot both day and night.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/16/features/967323/beware-of-hot-weather/

[2026-03-16 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Janashakthi Finance wins accolades at CA Sri Lanka 60th anniversary TAGS Awards 2025 - DailyNews

Snippet: Janashakthi Finance PLC, a member of JXG (Janashakthi Group) has been recognised with multiple accolades at the CA Sri Lanka 60th Anniversary TAGS Awards 2025 (Transparency, Accountability, Governance and Sustainability), reaffirming its strong commitment to corporate governance, transparency and high standards of corporate reporting.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/16/business/967180/janashakthi-finance-wins-accolades-at-ca-sri-lanka-60th-anniversary-tags-awards-2025/

[2026-03-16 06:16 UTC+10:00] [Environment / Weather] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: National weather forecast for Monday 16 March

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/environment/weather/national-weather-forecast-for-monday-16-march-20260316-p5oaqh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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

Source: ABC News

Title: Australia's biodiversity report card omits fossil fuel support

Snippet: Fossil fuel financial support from the Australian government has been left out of its progress report on addressing biodiversity decline. (ABC News: Margaret Burin)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2026-03-16/australia-biodiversity-report-card-ignores-fossil-fuel-support/106432678

[2026-03-16 04:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Bank stocks have been crushed this year. 2 of our names should weather the storm

Snippet: A trifecta of uncertainty — from the Iran war to AI disruption to private credit — is crushing financial stocks this year. While shares of Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo have been caught up in the downdraft, their businesses should be largely insulated from these headwinds. Nevertheless, Club stocks Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo have been painted with the same brush as the financial sector at large.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/15/bank-stocks-have-been-crushed-this-year-2-of-our-names-should-weather-the-storm.html

[2026-03-16 03:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Luka Dončić has first game-winner for Lakers as focus turns to road trip

Snippet: That was the kind of environment Luka Dončić envisioned he’d be playing in when he was traded to the Lakers.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/15/sports/luka-doncic-delivers-game-winner-for-lakers-before-road-trip/

[2026-03-16 03:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Heavy snow and high winds hit Midwest

Snippet: Malcolm and Lincoln firefighters respond to a wildfire in Denton, Neb., on Thursday, March 12, 2026. (Kenneth Ferriera/Omaha World-Herald via AP)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/weather-blizzard-high-winds-tornadoes-94f6202d4bc4ad6a61d91e3e42919e57

[2026-03-16 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Weather expert issues terrifying warning for California heat wave: ‘Most extraordinary in history’

Snippet: The heat wave about to batter Southern California could be the “most extraordinary” in history, an expert has warned.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/15/us-news/weather-expert-issues-terrifying-warning-for-california-heat-wave/

[2026-03-16 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: First Gen targets 9,000-MW renewable energy portfolio by 2030

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/16/regions/first-gen-targets-9000-mw-renewable-energy-portfolio-by-2030/2300279

[2026-03-16 00:28 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong researcher sounds alarm after toxic electronic waste found in dolphins

Snippet: Toxic pollutants from laptops, televisions and smartphones found in bodies and brains of endangered dolphins and porpoises that washed up on city’s beaches

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3346676/hong-kong-researcher-sounds-alarm-after-toxic-electronic-waste-found-dolphins

[2026-03-16 00:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DOST, Bohol Island State University partner to conserve heritage structures through science

Snippet: THE Department of Science and Technology-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) and Bohol Island State University (BISU) partners for science-based heritage conservation in Bohol.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/15/tmt-newswire/dost-bohol-island-state-university-partner-to-conserve-heritage-structures-through-science/2300301

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Flood control probe to continue — Palace

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Sunday said investigations into alleged multibillion-peso flood control corruption will continue even after the conclusion of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/15/news/flood-control-probe-to-continue-palace/2300296

[2026-03-15 23:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Church of God transforms Sampaloc, Manila, into a clean district through an environmental cleanup campaign

Snippet: WORLD Mission Society Church of God continues to promote community care through volunteer and social outreach programs around the world. On March 8, 2026, the church held its 9,250th Worldwide Cleanup Campaign in Sampaloc, bringing together members and local residents to help improve the neighborhood environment.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/15/tmt-newswire/church-of-god-transforms-sampaloc-manila-into-a-clean-district-through-an-environmental-cleanup-campaign/2300290

[2026-03-15 23:48 UTC+10:00] [Gamo] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Kenya floods death toll rises to 62, police say

Snippet: The capital, Nairobi, was the worst hit, with ⁠33 deaths. Dozens of people have also died in Ethiopia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/africa/article/3346673/kenya-floods-death-toll-rises-62-police-say

[2026-03-15 21:25 UTC+10:00] [pollution] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Black rain’: Iran war’s toxic pollution will spread and last for decades

Snippet: Missiles and bombs contain pollutants which are released into the air, soil and water when they explode and crash, posing many health risks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3346662/black-rain-iran-wars-toxic-pollution-will-spread-and-last-decades

[2026-03-15 21:00 UTC+10:00] [US news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Can scientists really resurrect the dodo? Inside the company that says they can

Snippet: Colossal Biosciences’ CEO says its work follows a ‘moral obligation’ while critics say it’s ‘tech bro’ hype that could undermine conservation

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/15/colossal-biosciences-resurrects-dire-wolf

[2026-03-15 20:06 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Outback town floods in Queensland

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/outback-town-floods-in-queensland-20260315-p5oap6.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-15 19:44 UTC+10:00] [Thursday] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Damp days ahead in Hong Kong, with 95% humidity expected in midweek

Snippet: Observatory says temperatures will reach 26 degrees Celsius in the middle of the week, with moisture from a seasonal coastal mist

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3346651/damp-days-ahead-hong-kong-95-humidity-expected-midweek

[2026-03-15 19:30 UTC+10:00] [climate change] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How jet engines can help power the global AI economy

Snippet: Using old engines to provide energy for data centres runs counter to climate commitments, but the proven technology is easier to scale than green energy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3346359/how-jet-engines-can-help-power-global-ai-economy

[2026-03-15 19:27 UTC+10:00] [National / Queensland] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Missing man found alive as floods spark more rescues

Snippet: A man has been found alive two days after disappearing into a flooded river from a houseboat, as a developing weather system threatens to bring more destructive rain.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/missing-man-found-alive-as-floods-spark-more-rescues-20260315-p5oap0.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-15 19:23 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: People rescued from cars as flooding continues in Queensland

Snippet: Auto news: Public electric car charging cables cut and stolen at shopping centre

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/floods-queensland-longreach-far-north/f8132533-cd1d-4924-bb85-48c54c919c66

[2026-03-15 19:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Marco Odermatt secures World super-G title as unfavorable weather cancels both races this weekend

Snippet: Fog shrouds the course as a men’s World Cup super-G was cancelled due to bad weather, in Courchevel, France, Saturday, March 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Pier Marco Tacca)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/alpine-skiing-olympics-odermatt-france-ec3ea1b15a4dc6775ef8e9eacbe9745d

[2026-03-15 19:00 UTC+10:00] [Paula Rego] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Edvard Munch’s formative influence on Paula Rego revealed in unearthed painting

Snippet: ‘It’s so impressive that you can’t imagine,’ wrote a 16-year-old Rego to her mother after seeing a Munch exhibition in London in 1951

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2026/mar/15/paula-rego-edvard-munch-unearthed-painting-letter-the-drought

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

Source: AP News

Title: Black rain falls in Iran after strikes on oil facilities. How toxic is it?

Snippet: Airstrikes on Iran’s oil depots are sending up billowing clouds of toxic smoke that health and environmental officials warn pose serious health threats to anyone who breathes or comes into contact with it. (AP Video: Aya Diab)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-black-rain-pollution-d5f67db4a772775c83dfa3fd303cf25d

[2026-03-15 13:30 UTC+10:00] [Environment / Conservation] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Why a thirsty koala isn’t the feel-good story it seems

Snippet: We’ve all seen the videos: singed koalas caught in a fire zone, thirstily drinking from a water bottle. Amid a bleak news cycle, videos such as these offer a moment of sweet respite.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/environment/conservation/why-a-thirsty-koala-isn-t-the-feel-good-story-it-seems-20260212-p5o1wg.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-15 12:58 UTC+10:00] [ENVIRONMENT] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Japan Times

Title: Toxic pollution from Iran war will spread and last for decades

Snippet: News of black rain falling on Tehran felt all too familiar to Nejat Rahmanian as he scrolled through alerts on social media feeds and tried to contact relatives on March 8.

Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/environment/2026/03/15/toxic-pollution-iran-war-decades/

[2026-03-15 11:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cool, dry winds due to ‘amihan’ likely in most parts of PH

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The state-run weather agency said on Sunday that the northeast monsoon or ‘amihan’ would continue to prevail at least over the next two to three days in most parts of the archipelago.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/15/news/cool-dry-winds-due-to-amihan-likely-in-most-parts-of-ph/2300162

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

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Stripped of life: the deadly South Australian algal bloom is still spreading one year on

Snippet: More than 20,000 sq km of coast has succumbed to Australia’s first ever bloom of toxic Karenia cristata algae – and scientists worry it could explode again

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/ng-interactive/2026/mar/14/algal-bloom-south-australia-update-one-year-on