Topic: China — Neutral reports only
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[2026-01-01 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Langham, Hong Kong, has a 3-part Trinity of Calm wellness journey, while The Upper House has a collab with TCM-based Chain’s Medicare Centre
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[2026-01-01 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: With a spirit of togetherness, the city can forge ahead in 2026 with optimism and hope, despite global uncertainties
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[2026-01-01 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A perennial test of courage, the city’s New Year Winter Swimming Lifesaving Championships race celebrates its 50th year in 2026
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[2026-01-01 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: If it leverages its special status to enhance Hainan’s experiment, Hong Kong would not be boosting a rival but securing its own indispensable role
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[2026-01-01 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Last week, the Government ended a hectic year receiving delegates from India and China, continuing its efforts to revive the country following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. This is while the opposition was upbeat over the defeat of the budget at the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC).
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[2026-01-01 05:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hospital Authority chief executive Libby Lee says implementation of the new A&E charges has been smooth
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[2026-01-01 04:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video
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[2026-01-01 02:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chief Executive John Lee also pledges to strengthen I&T development and align with nation’s 15th five-year plan
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[2026-01-01 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing’s new export-licensing system seen squeezing foreign buyers, pushing price towards US$100 an ounce; Elon Musk joins warning chorus
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[2026-01-01 01:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Mit Blick auf Taiwan sagte der chinesische Staats- und Parteichef, "die Wiedervereinigung unseres Mutterlandes ist ein Trend der Zeit und nicht aufzuhalten". Xi Jinping ergänzte, China stehe auf der richtigen Seite der Geschichte und sei bereit, gemeinsam mit allen Ländern Frieden und Entwicklung in der Welt voranzubringen sowie an einer gerechteren globalen Ordnung mitzuwirken.
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[2026-01-01 01:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Just 1,300 premium taxis are in service as industry players blame unattractive earnings, lack of charging facilities and ride-hailing competition for slow roll-out
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[2026-01-01 01:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ProPublica
Snippet: President Donald Trump signed into law this month a measure that prohibits anyone based in China and other adversarial countries from accessing the Pentagon’s cloud computing systems.
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[2026-01-01 01:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video
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[2026-01-01 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The drills were on a larger scale than previous ones and featured the use of rocket systems that could give mainland Chinese forces an edge
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[2026-01-01 00:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Post rounds up major political events that made 2025 a significant year for the city
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[2026-01-01 00:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-01-01 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From Thursday, over-quota imports from Brazil, Australia, US and other trade partners face new duties to help local producers recover amid price declines
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[2026-01-01 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Meta’s acquisition of Manus has opened a new cash-out path for China’s AI founders, but also sparked concerns over a brain drain
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[2025-12-31 23:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: President Xi Jinping also praises Chinese innovation, noting advancements in AI, chip development, aerospace and military technology
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[2025-12-31 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Dutch chipmaker’s Chinese owner warns of multi-track legal action, seeking full control of the firm and damages for improper seizure amid supply-chain tensions
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[2025-12-31 22:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Dah Sing Charity Score Challenge brings together more than 100 bank staff, families, and friends to play a series of basketball games with children aged 10 to 14
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[2025-12-31 22:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Tens of thousands of Hongkongers and tourists welcome new year, as cheers ring across streets of Central and Tsim Sha Tsui
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[2025-12-31 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Scientists aim to reclaim thousands of hectares of desert using cyanobacteria that can stabilise sand and create foundation for plant growth
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[2025-12-31 21:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: China said it had "successfully completed" its military exercises around Taiwan on Wednesday.
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[2025-12-31 21:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Waziri wake Gilberto Teodoro amesema hali inayoshuhudiwa inaendelea "kutanua ufa" katika eneo ambalo tayari ni tete na athari zake zinaweza kutanuka zaidi na kulemaza yaliyopwaya, miongoni mataifa jirani na mlango bahari wa Taiwan na kanda nzima ya bahari ya Hindi na Pasifiki.
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[2025-12-31 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China’s Greater Bay Area is hosting a number of arts happenings in early 2026. Here is a selection of must-attend events
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[2025-12-31 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The latest moves mean ZYT is opening up new battlefronts in China’s fiercely contested autonomous driving landscape
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[2025-12-31 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Memory of brave Good Samaritan who plunged into river without a thought for his own safety to save children lives on in top-ranked restaurant
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[2025-12-31 20:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Authorities have issued pre-emptive notices and detained those who spread rumours of non-existent fireworks displays and mass celebrations
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[2025-12-31 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Policy lowering VAT to 3 per cent reduces seller costs but demand recovery is key to stabilising the housing sector, property agents say
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[2025-12-31 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: World No 1s Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin withdraw from WTT Doha Champions. Hong Kong’s Doo Hoi-kem added to women’s tournament in Qatar
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[2025-12-31 20:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chinese tech companies place orders for more than 2 million H200 chips for 2026, according to sources
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[2025-12-31 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The programme, which has helped stimulate consumption increases, will continue to subsidise purchases of big-ticket goods and refurbishments
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[2025-12-31 19:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chinese brands are gaining ground at home and worldwide as domestic consumers increasingly turn to labels with Chinese imagery and values
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[2025-12-31 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Buyers who replace their petrol and electric cars with new vehicles will receive a cash subsidy of up to US$2,858 per unit
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[2025-12-31 18:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: According to probation officer’s report, Wong Yiu-chung failed to manage stress at work, driving him to forge statements from complainants
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[2025-12-31 18:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From China building world’s largest smart transformer to health benefits of lard, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting
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[2025-12-31 17:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Lan Kwai Fong’s restaurants and bars nearly 90 per cent booked, while seaview eateries in Kowloon could take a hit from cancelled fireworks show
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[2025-12-31 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Jiang Lin and Alexis Loison had initially finished second, but French entry BNC was penalised for ‘inappropriate use of spinnaker’
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[2025-12-31 17:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Post learns victim was tourist from Guangzhou who was hiking on Po Pin Chau with three friends
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[2025-12-31 17:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: ONE Championship: Thai star Stamp to make up for lost time against MorimotoAfter more than two years away with injury, the first three-sport world champion returns to the spotlight with a kickboxing bout at ONE 173.
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[2025-12-31 17:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Japan, Australia, Britain and the EU express concern about live-fire and blockade exercises around island
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[2025-12-31 17:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The growing presence of China’s Muslim entrepreneurs at a festival in Kuala Lumpur reflects their trust in Malaysia’s strong halal standards
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[2025-12-31 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: ‘Superhero’ dad with bleeding feet drags drowning elderly woman to safety; tells her grateful, tearful daughter of amazing coincidence
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[2025-12-31 16:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2025-12-31 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ring in 2026 with a seafood buffet, a winter set menu that celebrates Ningbo cuisine or a limited edition bourbon-aged steak
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[2025-12-31 15:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Former executive of Chinese shipping giant Cosco will replace Qi Bin, who is set to take up role in top national advisory body
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[2025-12-31 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Listing aims to fund wafer expansion and DRAM upgrades as Beijing drives tech self-reliance
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[2025-12-31 15:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Some residents aware of new rules banning smoking while queuing or near certain facilities, while less informed tourists say they will comply
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[2025-12-31 15:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China’s manufacturing PMI rose to 50.1 in December, but analysts said it was too early to point to a sustained recovery
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