[2026-03-06 09:03 UTC+10:00] [Australia weather] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Far north Queensland residents told to seek higher ground as tropical low heads for coast

Snippet: Up to 240mm of rain expected to fall in six hours on Friday, BoM says, which could lead to dangerous flash flooding

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/06/far-north-queensland-severe-weather-tropical-low-flash-flood-warnings

[2026-03-06 08:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Father-son duo accused of squatting in NYC storefront set it on fire hours before eviction: feds

Snippet: A father-son duo accused of squatting in a Queens storefront were charged by the feds Thursday with setting the business on fire — just hours before they were supposed to be evicted.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/us-news/father-son-duo-accused-of-squatting-in-nyc-storefront-set-it-on-fire-hours-before-eviction-feds/

[2026-03-06 08:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Defense attorneys say new evidence clears suspect in Los Angeles' deadly Palisades Fire

Snippet: A person walks on the beach next to homes damaged by the Palisades Fire, Jan. 16, 2025, in Malibu, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/palisades-fire-los-angeles-investigation-c415a561dfb18ad9a1c9948856607b02

[2026-03-06 08:17 UTC+10:00] [Australia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: More heavy rain predicted after Far North Queensland lashed by wild weather

Snippet: Many Far North Queensland residents have been told to seek higher ground after heavy rain overnight. Source: AAP / Supplied

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/north-queensland-prepares-for-latest-drenching-cyclone-warning-cancelled/2jqynjg2r

[2026-03-06 08:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: ABC News

Title: Major flood warning issued for Katherine after 100mm of rain hits region

Snippet: A flood warning is in place for the Top End town of Katherine and a flood emergency warning is in place for nearby Beswick. (ABC News: Michael Franchi)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-06/katherine-river-major-flood-warning-beswick-emergency/106422866

[2026-03-06 07:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Four years and $880m later, what did the Resilient Homes Program achieve?

Snippet: Topic:Disaster Reconstruction

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-06/lismore-flood-recovery-funding-disaster-response/106329720

[2026-03-06 07:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Trump’s Medicaid work mandate could kick thousands of homeless Californians off coverage

Snippet: On a brisk January morning, physician assistant Brett Feldman searched the streets of Los Angeles for patients, knocking on car windows and peering into tents. It was the day after a winter storm had doused the city, and many of the unhoused people Feldman usually treats had moved to find somewhere dry.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/homelessness-donald-trump-donald-trump-es-access-to-health-care-los-angeles-291487630373220a565c767c351a313c

[2026-03-06 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Why California cops and firefighters are pushing for a new perk on top of their pensions

Snippet: A full career as a California Highway Patrol officer or a Cal Fire firefighter often ends with a six-figure pension that provides a comfortable retirement after countless hours spent in harm’s way.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/compensation-and-benefits-general-news-california-labor-unions-0d5cbdc03cc6c62f3228aaaf1c7eccb1

[2026-03-06 06:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: AP News

Title: Storm outbreak threatens US heartland with tornadoes

Snippet: This photo shows the National Weather Service monitoring station in Brownville, Texas, May 23, 2014. (David Pike/Valley Morning Star via AP, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/severe-weather-storm-tornado-midwest-0fddc7167d16147b28583cf1e2c8c2bb

[2026-03-06 06:02 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: North Queensland on alert for tropical cyclone

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/north-queensland-on-alert-for-tropical-cyclone-20260306-p5o80y.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-06 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: House GOP leaders ask Rep. Tony Gonzales to drop re-election bid after he admitted to affair with staffer who set herself on fire

Snippet: Republican leaders in the House of Representatives publicly asked Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) to drop his re-election bid now that he’s admitted an extramarital affair with a staffer who fatally set herself on fire last year.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/us-news/house-gop-leaders-ask-rep-tony-gonzales-to-drop-re-election-bid-over-affair-scandal/

[2026-03-06 05:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Wisconsin man gets 7 years in prison for allegedly trying to burn lawmaker's office over TikTok ban

Snippet: Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-Wis. speaks at a rally for Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump, April 2, 2024, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/grothman-fire-prison-tiktok-58da889d1357a1a5a598ae33b37e9cf1

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fire chief faces charges in P14.7M bribery case

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/06/news/national/fire-chief-faces-charges-in-p147m-bribery-case/2294241

[2026-03-06 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Local Spain

Title: WATCH: Storm Regina causes bizarre 'mud hail' in Spain's Málaga

Snippet: As Storm Regina sweeps through Spain bringing plenty of rain and strong winds, it's also led to a strange metrological phenomenon dubbed 'mud hail' in Málaga on the Costa del Sol.

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260305/watch-storm-regina-causes-bizarre-mud-hail-in-spains-malaga

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Hurricane name officially retired after deadly destruction in Jamaica

Snippet: The World Meteorological Organization Hurricane Committee has retired the name “Melissa” after the deadly hurricane, which is tied for the strongest hurricane to ever hit the Atlantic.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/world-news/melissa-name-officially-retired-from-future-hurricanes-following-deadly-destruction-in-jamaica/

[2026-03-05 20:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: No. 18 St. John's visits Seton Hall, looks for 25th victory of season

Snippet: St. John’s Red Storm (24-6, 17-2 Big East) at Seton Hall Pirates (20-10, 10-9 Big East)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/st-johns-red-storm-seton-hall-pirates-college-sports-big-east-conference-mens-college-basketball-15b5dc54c50245de985d86e2d8b13084

[2026-03-05 20:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: St. John's meets Xavier in Big East Tournament

Snippet: Xavier Musketeers (11-18, 4-16 Big East) vs. St. John’s Red Storm (21-10, 11-9 Big East)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/big-east-conference-xavier-musketeers-st-johns-red-storm-womens-college-basketball-college-sports-169ed85192f642a796333dde4003a29e

[2026-03-05 18:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Live: Storm and Eels in round one meet after offseason drama between clubs

Snippet: The Melbourne Storm host the Parramatta Eels in round one, after both clubs were central to one of the biggest dramas this offseason.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-05/nrl-live-updates-melbourne-storm-parramatta-eels-round-one/106414036

[2026-03-05 17:58 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Victoria] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Man charged over Prahran fire that killed arsonist

Snippet: A man who allegedly deliberately set fire to a Prahran business, injuring another arsonist who later died in hospital, has been charged with causing the death.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/man-charged-over-prahran-fire-that-killed-arsonist-20260305-p5o7w3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-05 17:16 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Criticism mounts after Daejeon–South Chungcheong merger bill stalls

Snippet: Politicians are under fire from civic groups after the merger bill to integrate South Chungcheong Province and Daejeon failed to pass during the February session of the National Assembly.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10687863

[2026-03-05 17:01 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Sydney tram catches fire for third time in a week

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/sydney-tram-catches-fire-for-third-time-in-a-week-20260305-p5o7xy.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-05 16:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Live updates: Iran targets Israel and American bases as Israel strikes Lebanon

Snippet: Tracer rounds light the sky as people fire live rounds into the air during a televised speech by Hezbollah leader Naim Kassem in Dahiyeh, Beirut’s southern suburbs, Lebanon, Wednesday, March 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-lebanon-march-05-2026

[2026-03-05 16:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Police lay charges over Chapel Street arson attack that killed Melbourne man

Snippet: Forensic officers at the scene of the fire on Chapel Street in Melbourne last January. (ABC News)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-05/man-charged-over-chapel-st-melbourne-arson-attack/106420456

[2026-03-05 15:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DILG uncovers 'culture of corruption' in Bureau of Fire Protection; charges filed against officials, supplier

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Thursday exposed a culture of corruption within the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), involving bribery, bid rigging, and malversation of public funds, prompting the filing of criminal and administrative charges against implicated officials and calls for preventative suspension.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/05/news/dilg-uncovers-culture-of-corruption-in-bureau-of-fire-protection-charges-filed-against-officials-supplier/2293667

[2026-03-05 14:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: EU allocates additional €1 million in humanitarian support for Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: The European Union has allocated an additional €1 million (over Rs. 370 million) in humanitarian assistance to support communities affected by Tropical Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/local/961797/eu-allocates-additional-e1-million-in-humanitarian-support-for-sri-lanka/

[2026-03-05 14:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Nutjob who opened fire near SoCal elementary school emerges pantless after standoff

Snippet: A gun-toting maniac opened fire near a Southern California elementary school before barricading himself inside a home — bizarrely emerging pantless after a standoff with a SWAT team.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/us-news/man-who-opened-fire-near-santa-clarita-school-emerges-pantless-after-standoff/

[2026-03-05 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: ‘Southern Hospitality’ Season 4: Who Did Leva Bonaparte Fire From Republic?

Snippet: Southern Hospitality is back — and the tea is already piping hot.

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/03/04/southern-hospitality-who-did-leva-bonaparte-fire-republic/

[2026-03-05 13:22 UTC+10:00] [National / NSW] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Tram fire forces suspension of services on Sydney light rail lines

Snippet: Light rail services between central Sydney and the eastern suburbs have been suspended for an undisclosed period while the private operator assesses a small fire which broke out on one of its trams on Thursday morning and the risk to the rest of its fleet.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/nsw/tram-fire-forces-suspension-of-services-on-sydney-light-rail-lines-20260305-p5o7s5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-05 13:22 UTC+10:00] [National / NSW] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Tram fire forces services to stop on Sydney light rail lines for hours

Snippet: Light rail services between central Sydney and the eastern suburbs were suspended for about four hours on Thursday while the private operator assessed a small fire which broke out on one of its trams during peak hour and the risk to the rest of its fleet.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/nsw/tram-fire-forces-services-to-stop-on-sydney-light-rail-lines-for-hours-20260305-p5o7s5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-05 12:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Bay Area homes up for grabs in auction — bids start at $455

Snippet: Alameda County is gearing up for a massive real estate fire sale, putting 256 tax-defaulted properties on the auction block later this month.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/us-news/hundreds-of-bay-area-homes-up-for-auction-starting-march-20/

[2026-03-05 11:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales admits to having affair with ex-aide who burned herself to death: ‘I made a mistake’

Snippet: Embattled Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales, who just advanced to a runoff in his Texas district’s primary election, admitted on Wednesday that he had an extramarital affair with a staffer who later fatally set herself on fire.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/us-news/rep-tony-gonzales-admits-to-having-affair-with-ex-aide-who-burned-herself-to-death/

[2026-03-05 10:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: 2 arrested after homeless man set on fire at Penn Station

Snippet: A brazen duo – including one career criminal with dozens of prior arrests – was arrested for allegedly setting a sleeping man on fire inside Penn Station this week, authorities said Wednesday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/us-news/2-arrested-after-homeless-man-set-on-fire-at-penn-station/

[2026-03-05 09:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: LADWP boss accused of leaving reservoir empty during Palisades fire suddenly leaves $750K job

Snippet: The CEO of Los Angeles’ Department of Water and Power is stepping down from her role, the mayor’s office announced Wednesday.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/us-news/ladwp-chief-janisse-quinones-stepping-down-to-return-to-puerto-rico/

[2026-03-05 08:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Or’esh — the latest restaurant from The Corner Store group — is on fire, literally

Snippet: Demand for reservations for Or’esh (450 W. Broadway, Soho) — the latest restaurant from the scenester-magnet Catch Group — is as intense as the flames on the custom-made charcoal grill in the kitchen.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/lifestyle/oresh-the-latest-restaurant-from-the-corner-store-group-is-hot/

[2026-03-05 08:29 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 95]

Source: 9News

Title: Cyclone risk still high in Queensland as heavy rains loom for Brisbane

Snippet: The risk of a cyclone still remains for northern Queensland, while other parts of the state are being warned to brace for heavy rains.According to Weatherzone, a tropical low forming off the Queensland coast could make landfall near Townsville on Friday, with a moderate chance it will turn into a cyclone.Even if the low doesn't reach full intensity, the impacts will be felt far and wide across the state.LIVE UPDATES: Trump had 'good feeling' Iran was about to attackThe tropical

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/weather-forecast-queensland-cyclone-risk-high-second-tropical-low-could-hit-brisbane/d5cfb33d-5ebc-48fc-b3b0-20719c4af309

[2026-03-05 08:25 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Cyclone risk remains in northern Queensland

Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/cyclone-risk-remains-in-northern-queensland-20260305-p5o7nk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-05 07:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Huge lump of your cash Alberto Carvalho will pocket before LAUSD board even meets — and he’s doing nothing for it

Snippet: The under fire boss of Los Angeles Unified School District will pocket nearly $15,000 in taxpayers’ money before the board even meets again, the Post can reveal.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/us-news/lausd-alberto-carvalho-will-make-about-14465-pre-tax-before-school-board-meets-again/

[2026-03-05 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: INSEE Cement restores limestone rail operations after Ditwah cyclone disruptions in Puttalam - DailyNews

Snippet: INSEE Cement, one of Sri Lanka’s leading cement manufacturer and supplier and the only fully integrated cement plant in the country, announced the recommencement of limestone rail transportation from its Aruwakkalu quarry to the Puttalam plant following the restoration of the section of the railway line damaged by the recent Ditwah Cyclone.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961261/insee-cement-restores-limestone-rail-operations-after-ditwah-cyclone-disruptions-in-puttalam/

[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Cyclone risk looms with tropical low to deliver heavy rain and potential flash flooding

Snippet: Grey skies over the Cairns Esplanade are likely to continue. (ABC Far North: Conor Byrne)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-05/north-qld-rain-to-increase-tropical-low-possible-cyclone/106415646

[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: New York Post

Title: Is ‘Chicago Fire’ New Tonight? Where To Watch The ‘One Chicago’ Crossover Live

Snippet: After a month hiatus, we’re so back. NBC’s trio of Windy City favorites, Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, and Chicago P.D., are about to return with a must-see crossover event!

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/03/04/chicago-fire-new-tonight-where-to-watch-one-chicago-crossover-2026-nbc-peacock/

[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Players flee court after UAE drone attack - DailyNews

Snippet: Players and officials ran from the court at an ATP Challenger event in the United Arab Emirates when an Iranian drone attack led to a fire breaking out at an oil terminal located about 10km away.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/sports/961401/players-flee-court-after-uae-drone-attack/

[2026-03-05 06:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Government funds Hilo shelter without safety exits or fire inspection

Snippet: An emergency shelter for women in Hilo with funding from the state and county hasn’t been inspected by county fire inspectors since it opened five years ago, and the bedrooms lack the required emergency exits.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/hope-services-fires-hilo-general-news-cfc13a2db750a0150ab6427e46051e09

[2026-03-05 06:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Fire destroys waterfront Launceston marine businesses

Snippet: The fire destroyed two businesses and an adjoining warehouse on the Launceston waterfront. (Supplied: Tasmania Police)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-05/tas-launceston-waterfront-marine-shops-destroyed-in-fire/106417326

[2026-03-05 04:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Israel 'approved Lebanon attack' hours before Hezbollah rocket fire

Snippet: The Israeli government approved an attack on Lebanon on Sunday night, hours before Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel in retaliation for the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday, Israel's Channel 12 News has reported.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israel-approved-lebanon-attack-hours-before-hezbollah-rocket-fire

[2026-03-05 03:38 UTC+10:00] [House of Representatives] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: House opens inquiry into Texas lawmaker over alleged affair with aide

Snippet: Tony Gonzales allegedly had affair with Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who later died after setting herself on fire

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/04/tony-gonzales-texas-rep-alleged-affair

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marikina flood strategy cited as model for no-build zones, retention basins

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Marikina City’s flood control approach may serve as a model for other local governments as the national government considers establishing no-build zones and water retention basins to reduce flood risks.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/05/news/marikina-flood-strategy-cited-as-model-for-no-build-zones-retention-basins/2293405

[2026-03-05 01:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Israel army says two soldiers injured by anti-tank fire in south Lebanon

Snippet: The Israeli military said anti-tank fire in south Lebanon injured two of its soldiers on Wednesday, after Hezbollah said it had struck two Israeli military vehicles.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israel-army-says-two-soldiers-injured-anti-tank-fire-south-lebanon

[2026-03-04 22:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Cabinet approves funds to repair Schools damaged by cyclone Ditwah - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a major restoration project valued at Rs. 2,274.23 million to repair educational institutions devastated by Cyclone Ditwah last year. The initiative aims to provide safe and stable learning environments for students by prioritizing urgent structural repairs and landslide mitigation.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/local/961780/cabinet-approves-funds-to-repair-schools-damaged-by-cyclone-ditwah/

[2026-03-04 22:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Iran under fire: Lessons Moscow cannot ignore

Snippet: By Ivan Timofeev, programme director of the Valdai Club

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/633749-iran-lessons-for-moscow/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-04 20:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Tulsa visits East Carolina following Riley's 31-point game

Snippet: Tulsa Golden Hurricane (23-6, 11-5 AAC) at East Carolina Pirates (11-18, 6-10 AAC)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/tulsa-golden-hurricane-jordan-riley-east-carolina-pirates-college-sports-tulsa-4931dda750234f359f23bbc859d99598