[2026-03-31 14:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: China factory activity rebounds in March as Iran war looms over growth

Snippet: HONG KONG (AP) — China’s factory activity expanded in March, ending two months of contraction, the government said Tuesday, but analysts say prolonged impacts of the Iran war could weigh on growth.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/china-manufacturing-economy-pmi-iran-war-1dece7eda196b93706091b7b52eef94a

[2026-03-31 14:10 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 90]

Source: 9News

Title: Hegseth sought to buy defence stocks before Iran war began: report

Snippet: Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/world/pete-hegseth-suspicious-trades-blackrock-defence-stocks-pentagon-secretary-of-war-denial/31095d1a-7d6e-479b-96f8-e087a3a92de8

[2026-03-31 13:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Lawyers for man accused of killing Charlie Kirk ask to delay hearing

Snippet: PROVO, Utah (AP) — Lawyers for the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk have asked to delay a preliminary hearing scheduled in May, saying they need time to review an enormous amount of material and a bullet analysis that could contribute to his defense.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/charlie-kirk-tyler-robinson-bullet-analysis-76ccb25a0e71f9436334c2029dceb20c

[2026-03-31 13:49 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Manila’s transport workers struggle to make ends meet as Philippines feels force of oil crisis

Snippet: The Philippines is uniquely exposed to the surging oil price caused by the war in the Middle East. The government is facing protests and widespread anger

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/31/manilas-transport-workers-struggle-to-make-ends-meet-as-philippines-feels-force-of-oil-crisis

[2026-03-31 13:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Gulf allies privately make the case to Trump to keep fighting until Iran is decisively defeated

Snippet: WASHINGTON, D.C. — Gulf allies of the United States, led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, are urging President Donald Trump to continue prosecuting the war against Iran, arguing that Tehran hasn't been weakened enough by the monthlong U.S.-led bombing campaign, according to US, Gulf and Israeli officials.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/world/americas-emea/gulf-allies-privately-make-the-case-to-trump-to-keep-fighting-until-iran-is-decisively-defeated/2311031

[2026-03-31 13:17 UTC+10:00] [US & Canada] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: US defense secretary’s broker looked to buy defense fund before Iran attack – report

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/us-canada/united-states-pete-hegseth-broker-defense-fund-iran-attack/

[2026-03-31 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Asia seeks Russian crude oil as Iran war strains supplies

Snippet: A sign announcing ‘Diesel fuel has run out’ is displayed on a gas staton, in Prajuab Kirikhan, Thailand, Wednesday, March 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Grant Peck, file)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/middle-east-wars-energy-asia-russia-crude-oil-ea90f06d9f35fe4bb977f068d2c6ef27

[2026-03-31 13:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Late British Army Lt. Col. named Korean War hero of April

Snippet: The veterans ministry on Tuesday designated late British Army Lt. Col. James Power Carne as the Korean War hero of April in recognition of his service during the 1950-53 war.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706360

[2026-03-31 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Fact Check wRap: Lies about the Middle East crisis

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Even in times of war, the Duterte family is still the favorite of fake news peddlers.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/podcasts-videos/fact-check-wrap-march-2026/

[2026-03-31 12:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Trump posts video of explosions amid reported Tehran strikes

Snippet: US President Donald Trump posted a video showing a series of large explosions on his Truth Social platform, as reports emerged of new attacks on Iran.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/trump-posts-video-explosions-amid-reported-tehran-strikes

[2026-03-31 12:55 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Bold steps needed for energy situation, emergency decree an option: President Lee

Snippet: President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday instructed senior officials to take bold measures to address concerns over the energy situation caused by the war in the Middle East, saying the government may issue an emergency economic decree if necessary.:

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706352

[2026-03-31 12:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iraqi paramilitary says bases hit in US-Israeli strikes

Snippet: Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces said US-Israeli air strikes targeted two of its bases in the provinces of Babil and Anbar. The group said the attacks hit the 45th Brigade in the Jurf al-Nasr area of Babil and the 31st Brigade site in al-Karma, east of Anbar.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iraqi-paramilitary-says-bases-hit-us-israeli-strikes

[2026-03-31 12:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Oil prices reverse course to fall as traders assess Trump comments on Iran war

Snippet: Oil prices reversed course to drop in early Asia trading as traders assess President Donald Trump's statements on ending the war in Iran.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/oil-price-today-wti-brent-trump-energy-sites-water-war-escalation-deal.html

[2026-03-31 12:50 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: It takes two to TACO: Why Trump can't end war with Iran by himself

Snippet: Property News: Australia's most popular suburbs in every capital city.

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/world/donald-trump-it-takes-two-to-taco-usa-iran-war-latest-news/420dd38d-8d0a-45bf-91df-72b06326fe23

[2026-03-31 12:43 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Trump again threatens widespread destruction in Iran if deal is not reached 'shortly'

Snippet: DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, potentially including desalination plants that supply drinking water, if a deal to end the war is not reached “shortly.”

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10706331

[2026-03-31 12:32 UTC+10:00] [Russia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Ukraine war briefing: allies asked Kyiv about reducing attacks on Russian energy sector, Zelenskyy says

Snippet: President says he is open to scaling back strikes on oil and wider energy industry if Moscow reciprocates. What we know on day 1,496

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/31/ukraine-war-briefing-allies-asked-kyiv-about-reducing-attacks-on-russian-energy-sector-zelenskyy-says

[2026-03-31 12:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: Pete Hegseth's broker attempted to make defense investments before Iran war: Financial Times

Snippet: A broker for U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sought to make a large investment in major defense companies in the lead up to the Iran war, according to the Financial Times. The Pentagon has denied the report.

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/pete-hegseth-defence-investments-iran-war-pentagon.html

[2026-03-31 12:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: CNBC

Title: CNBC Daily Open: Trump is doubling down on rhetoric to end the Iran war

Snippet: Taken from CNBC’s Daily Open, our international markets newsletter — Subscribe today

Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/31/cnbc-daily-open-trump-is-doubling-down-on-rhetoric-to-end-the-iran-war-.html

[2026-03-31 12:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: How to tell this missile image is real

Snippet: Topic:Disinformation and Misinformation

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-31/verify-image-of-missile-in-syria-is-real/106513150

[2026-03-31 11:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: US Democratic Senator says US 'badly and embarrassingly losing this war'

Snippet: US Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said the United States is “badly and embarrassingly losing this war” against Iran, criticising the Trump administration for what he described as a lack of strategy.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-democratic-senator-says-us-badly-and-embarrassingly-losing-war

[2026-03-31 11:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Trump threatens to destroy Iran oil island despite price surge

Snippet: WASHINGTON, D.C. — US President Donald Trump threatened Monday to destroy Iran's Kharg Island, a crude oil export hub, along with oil wells and power plants unless Tehran quickly accepted a deal to end the US-Israeli war.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/31/world/americas-emea/trump-threatens-to-destroy-iran-oil-island-despite-price-surge/2310987

[2026-03-31 11:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: IRGC navy commander to be buried in Abadan, Fars news reports

Snippet: Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’s (IRGC) navy, Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in an Israeli strike, will be buried in the city of Abadan in the western province of Khuzestan, Fars news agency reported.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/irgc-navy-commander-be-buried-abadan-fars-news-reports

[2026-03-31 11:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Hezbollah says 43 operations launched against Israeli army

Snippet: Hezbollah said it carried out 43 operations against Israeli army targets in a single day, including strikes on military bases, settlements and border positions. The group said the attacks were part of ongoing efforts to counter Israeli military activity.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/hezbollah-says-43-operations-launched-against-israeli-army

[2026-03-31 11:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Pakistan envoy says mediation efforts ongoing amid war

Snippet: Pakistan’s ambassador to the United States said his country continues to play a mediating role in the ongoing regional conflict, stressing the importance of diplomacy to resolve tensions.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/pakistan-envoy-says-mediation-efforts-ongoing-amid-war

[2026-03-31 11:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Graham Arnold leads Iraq to a World Cup playoff after Mideast war causes travel dramas

Snippet: Iraq coach Graham Arnold speaks during a news conference ahead of a World Cup 2026 qualifying soccer match against Bolivia in Monterrey, Mexico, Monday, March 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Llano)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iraq-bolivia-playoff-fifa-world-cup-2026-b92c40f43a5b0de15036633493b9f5d3

[2026-03-31 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Philippines] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s wartime past weighs on growing military role in Philippines

Snippet: Critics oppose the return of Japanese troops over Tokyo’s lack of a formal apology for the wartime abuse of Filipino ‘comfort women’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3348443/japans-wartime-past-weighs-growing-military-role-philippines

[2026-03-31 11:00 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: 'Arriving at their doorsteps: The crisis facing Australia's neighbours

Snippet: World Vision is sounding the alarm about food insecurity in the Asia Pacific. Source: Getty

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/middle-east-war-threatening-food-security-for-pacific-and-south-asian-children/mn5y8ppv5

[2026-03-31 10:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: New York Post

Title: Eric Swalwell escalates war with FBI chief Kash Patel over Fang Fang scandal

Snippet: Eric Swalwell has issued a cease-and-desist letter to FBI Director Kash Patel over threats to release investigative files about a suspected Chinese spy who infiltrated his office.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/30/us-news/eric-swalwell-escalates-war-with-fbi-chief-kash-patel-over-fang-fang-scandal/

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

Source: 9News

Title: US Army investigating Kid Rock helicopter stunt

Snippet: The US Army is investigating after a helicopter was filmed performing a low-altitude manoeuvre outside the home of musician Kid Rock while he saluted.The singer posted a video of the Apache attack helicopter hovering above his Nashville home while he saluted."This is a level of respect that s— for brains Governor of California will never know," he captioned the video on Instagram.READ MORE: Donald Trump to put his name on all US paper moneyKid Rock in the Oval Office with

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/world/kid-rock-apache-helicopters-nashville-no-kings-protest-army-investigation-us-politics-news/f7427a60-bc78-4ca1-b90b-95eaafb50359

[2026-03-31 10:03 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Army helicopter flies outside Kid Rock's house

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/army-helicopter-flies-outside-kid-rocks-house-20260331-p5zk5v.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-31 10:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The ‘Third Front’: China resurrects Mao’s military capabilities

Snippet: As ties with Washington sour, China is reviving a cold war strategy to defend against a US attack

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/31/third-front-china-mao-military-factories-defences

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Stream It Or Skip It: ‘BTS: The Return’ on Netflix, A Documentary Look At The Boy Band As They Plan Their Big Comeback

Snippet: Back in 2022, one of the biggest bands on the planet was forced to pull the plug. But with their mandatory service in the South Korean military concluded, BTS – RM, J-Hope, Suga, Jung Kook, V, Jimin, and Jin – are back in action, and prepping a new record aimed at their ARMY fanbase the world over.

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/03/30/bts-the-return-netflix-review/

[2026-03-31 09:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: What Trump's threat against Iran's desalination plants means for Mideast

Snippet: The Sorek desalination plant operates in Rishon LeZion, Israel, May 4, 2014. (AP Photo/Dan Balilty, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-iran-threat-desalination-plants-war-f624bed66bee79f68454d581ae1d624a

[2026-03-31 09:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Yemeni lawmaker says US military veterans tried to kill him

Snippet: SAN DIEGO (AP) — A Yemeni lawmaker says in a lawsuit that U.S. military veterans who worked for a private security firm were hired as mercenaries to kill him in 2015 on behalf of the United Arab Emirates as part of a campaign by the U.S. ally that targeted political opponents.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/yemeni-lawmaker-assassination-attempt-uae-spear-operations-c627ad64f9a90a76349fcadfdfe7a17a

[2026-03-31 09:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: US says Trump ‘interested’ in asking Arab countries to pay for war on Iran

Snippet: The White House has suggested that US President Donald Trump will ask Arab countries to cover the cost of the United States’ war against Iran, estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/30/us-says-trump-interested-in-asking-arab-countries-to-pay-for-war-on-iran

[2026-03-31 09:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Army launches probe after military helicopter filmed hovering yards from Kid Rock’s home

Snippet: The Army launched an investigation after a military helicopter was seen in viral video hovering yards away from Kid Rock’s Tennessee estate during a training run on Saturday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/30/us-news/army-launches-probe-after-military-helicopter-filmed-hovering-yards-from-kid-rocks-home/

[2026-03-31 09:00 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Europe’s crisis tourism: how the Iran war swallowed the EU’s geopolitical agenda

Snippet: From trade with China to the Middle East conflict and resulting energy shock, Brussels’ agenda has been repeatedly knocked off course

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3348402/europes-crisis-tourism-how-iran-war-swallowed-eus-geopolitical-agenda

[2026-03-31 08:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Heartbroken granddaughter decries ‘immeasurable’ loss of 83-year-old vet fatally shoved onto NYC subway tracks by migrant

Snippet: The heartbroken granddaughter of the 83-year-old Vietnam War veteran who was fatally shoved onto Manhattan subway tracks by a migrant decried the “immeasurable” loss on Monday — as prosecutors revealed chilling new details of the beloved victim’s final moments.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/30/us-news/heartbroken-granddaughter-decries-immeasurable-loss-of-83-year-old-vet-fatally-shoved-onto-nyc-subway-tracks-by-migrant/

[2026-03-31 08:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Gulf allies privately make the case to Trump to keep fighting Iran

Snippet: President Donald Trump waves to the media as he walks on the South Lawn upon his arrival to the White House, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-iran-saudi-arabia-mbs-gulf-war-uae-89f690b952fe28d3140c537b70fa5051

[2026-03-31 08:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: NATO member closes airspace to US planes involved in Iran war

Snippet: Spain has shut its airspace to aircraft linked to the US-Israeli war on Iran, deepening a rift with Washington over the month-long conflict sweeping the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636779-spain-us-warplanes-iran/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-31 08:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Gerald R. Ford out of commission for one year: What’s wrong with America’s most advanced carrier?

Snippet: The nuclear-powered USS Gerald R. Ford, the most advanced aircraft carrier in the United States Navy and the only vessel in its class, is presently anchored in Croatia’s port of Split for repairs ‌and maintenance. Media reports have indicated the ship is there to stay, since repairs after a major “laundry fire” and prolonged deployment could take between 12 and 14 months.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636790-us-carrier-laundry-fire/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-31 08:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: NATO member closes airspace to US planes involved in war on Iran

Snippet: Spain has closed its airspace to aircraft linked to the US-Israeli war on Iran, deepening a rift with Washington over the month-long conflict sweeping the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636779-spain-us-warplanes-iran/

[2026-03-31 08:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: US used new ballistic missile in strike that killed teens in Iran sports hall: Report

Snippet: A US-made ballistic missile previously untested in combat struck a sports hall and an elementary school in southern Iran on the opening day of the US-Israeli war, according to a report by the New York Times.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/us-used-new-ballistic-missile-strike-hit-iran-sports-hall-teens

[2026-03-31 08:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: RT News

Title: Israel rocks Tehran with wave of strikes while Washington insists ‘talks continue’ (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

Snippet: Talks between the United States and Iran “are continuing and going well,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has insisted, while Israel continues its strikes against Iran.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636788-israel-war-tehran-strikes-us-live-updates/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-31 08:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Iran’s ambassador to Russia has dismissed Trump’s claims that Tehran is negotiating with Washington

Snippet: Kazem Jalali, Iran’s ambassador to Russia, has said that as of now Iran “doesn’t need any negotiations,” but remains a “rational player” that is “not looking for war.” Speaking on RT’s ‘Sanchez Effect’, he said that Tehran has “never denied peace talks,” but insisted there must be “proper conditions” before any dialogue can begin.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636768-sanchez-effect-iran-ambassador-war/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-31 08:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: The war in Iran: Key takeaways from Al Jazeera’s interview with Marco Rubio

Snippet: Exclusive: Rubio says Strait of Hormuz to reopen ‘one way or another’

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/30/the-war-in-iran-key-takeaways-from-al-jazeeras-interview-with-marco-rubio

[2026-03-31 07:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Israel’s parliament passes death penalty bill targeting Palestinians

Snippet: Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, has passed a controversial bill that will instruct military courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in acts of “terror”, but will not impose the same penalty on Jewish Israelis convicted of kiling Palestinians.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/30/israel-passes-discriminatory-death-penalty-bill-targeting-palestinians

[2026-03-31 07:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Climate Wars. Iran war speeds transition to renewable energy - Michael West

Snippet: Don't pay so you can read it. Pay so everyone can!

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/climate-wars-iran-war-speeds-transition-to-renewable-energy/

[2026-03-31 07:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Michael R. Bloomberg] Washington's war on data

Snippet: We have a saying here at Bloomberg, and it’s one we brought with us to New York City Hall: “If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it.” The federal government is now in danger of proving just how much truth those words hold.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10705923

[2026-03-31 07:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: 'It's a prison': Afghans stranded in US camp in Qatar exposed to Iranian strikes

Snippet: Behnaz Jamshidi has packed her bags again, despite not receiving explicit guidance to get ready. She has no idea what is going to happen to her and her family, or where they will end up, but she knows it won't be the US.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/its-prison-us-afghans-stranded-us-camp-qatar-exposed-iranian-strikes