[2026-03-07 13:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: San Diego school trustees bump own pay up 400% as workers fume

Snippet: A new state law allowing public school trustees to sign off on giving themselves huge pay bumps has raised alarm bells across San Diego County — and the debate on how much is too much could soon be raging in communities with massive budget deficits across California.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/06/us-news/san-diego-school-trustees-bump-pay-up-400-as-workers-fume/

[2026-03-07 10:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Saks Global to shutter 15 more department stores in bankruptcy restructuring

Snippet: NEW YORK (AP) — The parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus is closing more department stores as it focuses on its most profitable businesses and trims debt during its Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/saks-fifth-avenue-neiman-marcus-closing-bankruptcy-32bca82a94ad69a6f1b2a9d4d8191b07

[2026-03-07 09:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: The billionaire tax — wrong solution for California’s spending problem

Snippet: Gavin Newsom says he opposes the “billionaire tax” proposed by his union allies. But for the left, the wealth tax is the Holy Grail — and California’s “structural deficit” has created the perfect opportunity.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/06/opinion/why-the-billionaire-tax-is-a-stupid-idea/

[2026-03-07 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: What Movie Should I Watch Tonight? Skip ‘The Bride’ And Dial Up ‘Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein’ on HBO Max Instead, Featuring De Niro as the Creature!

Snippet: “I’ve heard of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, but Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein?!” That seemed to be the general reaction to the release of an unofficial companion piece to the 1992 Francis Ford Coppola adaptation of the famous vampire novel. Two years after that film, Coppola produced a lavish big-budget version of Frankenstein for director Kenneth Branagh, purporting to stick closer to the source material than the 1931 Universal horror classic.

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/03/06/what-movie-should-i-watch-tonight-mary-shelleys-frankenstein/

[2026-03-07 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ministry mulls ‘Sugar Tax’ to ward off high intake - DailyNews

Snippet: Dental Services Deputy Director General, Specialist Dr. Chandana Gajanayake yesterday said that the Health Ministry is considering the reinforcement of the ‘Sugar Tax’ to encourage the public to choose healthy alternatives over sugary foods.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/07/breaking-news/962918/ministry-mulls-sugar-tax-to-ward-off-high-intake/

[2026-03-07 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: GJDP helps achieve overall development in Jaffna – Minister Bimal - DailyNews

Snippet: The Greater Jaffna Development Plan (GJDP) has been formulated by the Urban Development Authority (UDA) to guide the physical, economic, and social development of the region, Transport, Highways, and Urban Development Minister Bimal Ratnayake told Parliament yesterday. We have allocated Rs. 250 million through the last budget for this endeavour.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/07/local/962889/gjdp-helps-achieve-overall-development-in-jaffna-minister-bimal/

[2026-03-07 05:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: UCLA women’s basketball rallies from big early deficit to beat Washington

Snippet: The top seed was getting bullied.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/06/sports/ucla-womens-basketball-averts-washingtons-upset-bid-with-big-rally-at-big-ten-tournament/

[2026-03-07 05:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: California colleges spend millions on faulty AI systems: ‘The chatbot is outdated’

Snippet: California community college districts are spending millions of dollars on artificial intelligence-powered chatbots intended to help students navigate admissions, financial aid and campus services.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/artificial-intelligence-california-los-angeles-santa-monica-general-news-ce94e024355e10c899e2444ea78d98b9

[2026-03-07 05:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: European hotspot nearly doubles its visitor tax to become one of highest amid overtourism concerns

Snippet: As popular vacation destinations continue their crackdown on overtourism, one major city has recently raised its traveler tax — making it one of the highest in Europe.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/06/world-news/european-hotspot-nearly-doubles-its-visitor-tax-to-become-one-of-highest-amid-overtourism-concerns/

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

Source: The Age

Title: ‘Alley cat morals’: Coles sprayed over $50m contract that exploited workers

Snippet: Supermarket giant Coles displayed the “morals of an alley cat” as it supported the systemic exploitation and underpayment of supermarket security guards across Australia, turning a blind eye to glaring indicators that its major contractor was a corrupt tax dodger.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/alley-cat-morals-coles-sprayed-over-50m-contract-that-exploited-workers-20260303-p5o6xt.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-07 04:17 UTC+10:00] [Kristi Noem] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: US senator seeks perjury investigation into Kristi Noem over DHS spending

Snippet: Senator Richard Blumenthal alleges the ousted DHS secretary lied to Congress about the agency’s contracts

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/mar/06/kristi-noem-congress-investigation

[2026-03-07 01:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: American consumers pull back again as January retail sales slip 0.2%

Snippet: Laptop computers are displayed at a retail store in Vernon Hills, Ill., Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/retail-sales-spending-economy-75bf2d9c96a7650274bdb47fe97f9ac7

[2026-03-06 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Ukraine] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Ukraine demands ‘immediate release’ of seven citizens ‘taken hostage’, as Hungary confirms their detention - Europe live

Snippet: Hungarian tax authority says seven people are detained in Budapest as part of an alleged money laundering probe

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/06/ukraine-russia-hungary-orban-zelenskyy-putin-middle-east-iran-cyprus-europe-latest-news-updates

[2026-03-06 19:30 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Federal] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: Push for gas tax as LNG exports reap huge profits after one week of war

Snippet: Labor is facing a mounting push from crossbench MPs, trade unions and energy experts to impose a new tax on gas exporters’ windfall profits and to shield Australian households from the threat of a looming energy price shock sparked by the conflict in Iran.

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/politics/federal/push-for-gas-tax-as-lng-exports-reap-huge-profits-after-one-week-of-war-20260306-p5o81x.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-03-06 19:03 UTC+10:00] [Bahlil Lahadalia] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesia faces fiscal squeeze as Iran war drives up oil prices

Snippet: Higher oil prices would mean bigger fuel subsidies, piling on the pressure on a budget that is already under investor scrutiny

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3345705/indonesia-faces-fiscal-squeeze-iran-war-drives-oil-prices

[2026-03-06 18:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Israel: Rocket interception debris sparks fire near Tel Aviv

Snippet: Near Tel Aviv, firefighters worked to contain a blaze that started when fragments from an intercepted rocket landed close to homes. Emergency teams secured the streets and checked nearby buildings to make sure the fire would not spread further. Residents across the city had rushed into shelters when sirens sounded.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/06/israel-rocket-interception-debris-sparks-fire-near-tel-aviv/

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

Source: New York Post

Title: Bears releasing former Pro Bowl linebacker Tremaine Edmunds to continue busy week

Snippet: After spending three seasons with the Bears, linebacker Tremaine Edmunds is becoming a free agent.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/06/sports/bears-releasing-former-pro-bowl-linebacker-tremaine-edmunds/

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

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The Dinosaurs review – Morgan Freeman’s narration is so soothing, you could use this as a relaxation aid

Snippet: Yes, there are plenty of big-budget visual effects of prehistoric creatures in Steven Spielberg’s natural history show. But the voiceover is the real draw

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/mar/06/the-dinosaurs-review-morgan-freemans-narration-is-so-soothing-you-could-use-this-as-a-relaxation-aid

[2026-03-06 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Ministry of Finance] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China pivots to ‘investing in people’ strategy as growth engine switches gears

Snippet: Premier Li Qiang announces changes in spending priorities, aiming to boost consumption and livelihoods, but questions remain as to whether resources will match ambitions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345615/china-pivots-investing-people-strategy-growth-engine-switches-gears

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why China is moving away from tax cuts and pushing for reform

Snippet: Tax revenue is way below peer countries – and Beijing is pushing for change

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345619/chinas-new-5-year-plan-targets-tax-reform-local-governments-face-fiscal-strain

[2026-03-06 13:00 UTC+10:00] [US & Canada] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Trump fires homeland secretary after storm over shootings, spending

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/us-canada/trump-fires-homeland-secretary-kristi-noem-shootings-spending/

[2026-03-06 09:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: US Postal Service faces cash crisis by 2027, postmaster general warns

Snippet: Postmaster General David Steiner speaks at an event marking the 250th anniversary of postal service’s founding, July 23, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/postal-service-budget-cuts-mail-delivery-congress-d44d9d156aad4aefb9b867cd415cd5ac

[2026-03-06 08:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Trump trust bought up to $1.25M in Netflix debt during bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery: filings

Snippet: President Trump’s trust bought as much as $1.25 million worth of Netflix bonds in January as the streamer was in a heated bidding war with Paramount Skydance for Warner Bros. Discovery, according to government filings released this week.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/business/trump-trust-bought-up-to-1-25m-in-netflix-debt-during-bidding-war-for-warner-bros-discovery-filings/

[2026-03-06 07:11 UTC+10:00] [Australia news] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Australia news live: luxury car tax change could seal EU trade deal; far north Queensland braces for severe weather

Snippet: Jim Chalmers hints concession on threshold for imports could finally lead to an agreement. Follow the latest updates live

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/mar/06/middle-east-flights-return-queensland-weather-nsw-budget-estimates-anthony-albanese-angus-taylor-labor-coalition-politics-updates-ntwnfb

[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 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka’s path to growth must be rooted in resilience rather than mere recovery - CNCI - DailyNews

Snippet: The year 2026 stands as a pivotal crossroads for the Sri Lankan economy. With the Central Bank maintaining an accommodative monetary policy while eyeing a 5% inflation target, the industrial sector faces a complex balancing act of expansion and fiscal discipline. The Ceylon National Chamber of Industries (CNCI) has emerged as a leading voice in this transition, advocating for a shift from ‘managing crises’ to ‘managing solutions.’ From analyzing the impact of Budget 2026’s SME concessions to spearheading digital integration

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962078/sri-lankas-path-to-growth-must-be-rooted-in-resilience-rather-than-mere-recovery-cnci/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Special SalamAir flight to arrive in Colombo - DailyNews

Snippet: SalamAir, a budget airline, is scheduled to operate a special flight to Colombo, providing additional connectivity between Sri Lanka and the Middle East.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962153/special-salamair-flight-to-arrive-in-colombo/

[2026-03-06 06:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Hochul slaps down being labeled Mamdani’s ‘fall man’ in tax-the-rich scheme: ‘I am not frustrated’

Snippet: Gov. Kathy Hochul batted away questions about being pegged as the “fall man” in Zohran Mamdani’s pressure campaign to tax the rich — saying publicly she’s not “frustrated” by political posturing by the mayor and his comrades.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/us-news/hochul-slaps-down-being-labeled-mamdanis-fall-man-in-tax-the-rich-scheme/

[2026-03-06 05:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: 'Dangerous' Trump chapter puts Australians' superannuation at risk

Snippet: Topic:Financial Markets

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-06/donald-trump-risks-global-financial-markets-middle-east-war/106419242

[2026-03-06 04:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: In Albany’s tax-hike Kabuki theater, the one sure thing is that regular New Yorkers will lose out in the end

Snippet: Even with Gov. Kathy Hochul vowing to avoid any tax hikes (before the November election, anyway), the Legislature’s leaders and hard lefties are determined to try.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/opinion/in-albanys-tax-hike-kabuki-theater-the-one-sure-thing-is-that-regular-new-yorkers-will-lose-out-in-the-end/

[2026-03-06 01:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Providence coach Kim English already told he’s fired during horrendous season

Snippet: Kim English may be better served spending his time before the Big East Tournament polishing his resume than working on X’s and O’s.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/05/sports/providence-coach-kim-english-already-told-hes-fired-during-horrendous-season/

[2026-03-06 01:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: JD.com posts quarterly loss amid costly instant delivery battle

Snippet: Profit for 2025 cut in half amid expensive fight with Alibaba and Meituan, as well as dampened consumer spending

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3345617/jdcom-posts-first-quarterly-loss-nearly-four-years-delivery-battle-takes-toll

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China keeps defence budget growth steady as modernisation deadline looms

Snippet: Beijing plans to set aside 7 per cent more for the military this year, with the total still a fraction of US spending

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3345588/china-keeps-defence-budget-growth-steady-modernisation-deadline-looms

[2026-03-05 23:11 UTC+10:00] [Chinese characteristics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China boosts diplomatic budget by 9.3% as US leaves ‘fiscal void’

Snippet: Growth rate in foreign affairs spending this year to outpace that of military budget as Beijing consolidates global influence, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3345590/china-boosts-diplomatic-budget-93-us-leaves-fiscal-void

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China pledges ‘iron discipline’ to tackle debt as US borrowing surges

Snippet: Global debt reached a record high in 2025 and rose in the world’s two largest economies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3345587/china-pledges-iron-discipline-tackle-debt-risks-us-borrowing-under-trump-surges

[2026-03-05 21:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Nelson twins refused ‘dishonorable’ bankruptcy to protect father’s legacy after inheriting millions in debt

Snippet: The Nelson family came dangerously close to losing one of Hollywood’s most iconic properties.

Read full article: https://pagesix.com/2026/03/05/entertainment/nelson-twins-refused-dishonorable-bankruptcy-to-protect-fathers-legacy-after-inheriting-millions-in-debt/

[2026-03-05 18:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Gatchalian launches inquiry into education spending plans

Snippet: SENATOR Win Gatchalian vowed close scrutiny of education spending as the Senate Finance Committee begins its 2026 budget review.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/05/tmt-newswire/gatchalian-launches-inquiry-into-education-spending-plans/2293715

[2026-03-05 17:45 UTC+10:00] [Australian politics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Jacinta Nampijinpa Price charged taxpayers to fly husband to CPAC where she railed against government spending

Snippet: Data on politicians’ spending also shows Labor ministers Don Farrell and Anika Wells used contentious allowances to fly spouses to AFL grand final

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/05/jacinta-nampijinpa-price-charged-taxpayers-fly-husband-conference-ntwnfb

[2026-03-05 16:48 UTC+10:00] [New South Wales] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Pro-Palestine protest organisers ‘a pack of communists’ intent on confrontation with police, Minns tells budget estimates

Snippet: New South Wales premier faces questions over what he told MPs who attended demonstration opposing Israeli president Isaac Herzog’s visit

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/mar/05/pro-palestine-protest-organisers-communists-nsw-premier-chris-minns-ntwnfb

[2026-03-05 15:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: China keeps defence spending high in drive to modernise

Snippet: The National People's Congress meets at the Great Hall of the People on Thursday. (Reuters: Maxim Shemetov)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-05/china-defence-spending-boost-to-modernise/106419678

[2026-03-05 15:31 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 90]

Source: 9News

Title: Aussies slugged with staggering $1.6 billion 'loyalty tax'

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

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/credit-card-research-australians-paid-estimated-16-billion-in-unnecessary-interest-last-year-survey-claims/b7090cd0-b96c-474e-9bca-87844e2eced9

[2026-03-05 15:24 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: China boosts defense spending 7% in drive to modernize by 2035

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/asia-pacific/china-boosts-defense-spending-modernize/

[2026-03-05 14:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Space start-up that launched NASA rockets from NT folds, owing government $5m

Snippet: By Roxanne Fitzgerald

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-05/equatorial-launch-australia-in-liquidation-nt-government-debt/106414644

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

Source: New York Post

Title: LA City Hall showdown over $1.3B homeless spending debate

Snippet: “Get me off this merry-go-round from hell.”

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/us-news/la-city-hall-showdown-over-1-3b-homeless-spending-debate/

[2026-03-05 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong unveils incentives to attract gold refiners and boost global hub plan

Snippet: Targeted measures, tax incentives and cross-border partnerships aim to bolster city’s role as a global gold trading and refining hub

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3345457/hong-kong-unveils-incentives-attract-gold-refiners-and-boost-global-hub-plan

[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 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong seen as haven for gold and family offices as conflict raises risks for Dubai

Snippet: Expanding gold vault capacity and new tax incentives for family offices are part of Hong Kong’s broader push to attract global wealth.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3345424/hong-kong-seen-haven-gold-and-family-offices-conflict-raises-risks-dubai

[2026-03-05 09:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Ciezki scores 22, Indiana women rally from 20-point deficit, beat Nebraska at Big Ten tourney

Snippet: INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Shay Ciezki had 22 points and seven assists, Nevaeh Caffey scored nine of her 13 in the fourth quarter, and No. 13 seed Indiana overcame a 20-point deficit to beat Nebraska 72-69 on Wednesday in the first round of the Big Ten Tournament.

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/indiana-nebraska-score-big-ten-tournament-9183f50301d3a947e237cab4992f1a91

[2026-03-05 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: 54th annual ‘Bronx Week’ abruptly canceled by borough president, leaving locals outraged

Snippet: Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson is getting a Bronx cheer for abruptly canceling the 54th annual “Bronx Week,” citing budget woes.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/us-news/54th-annual-bronx-week-abruptly-canceled-by-borough-president-leaving-locals-outraged/

[2026-03-05 08:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: The big lie behind Mamdani’s ‘tax the rich’ demands

Snippet: If there’s one political slogan that’s risen to the level of obsession with Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Democratic state lawmakers and other New York progressives, it’s “tax the rich.”

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/opinion/the-big-lie-behind-mamdanis-tax-the-rich-demands/