[2026-02-12 22:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: environmental defenders

Snippet: Philippine News Rappler Talk: What the world can learn from Philippine seas Environment Worsening floods? Stop Manila Bay reclamations, say groups Feb 12, 2026 7:02 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Explainers Why are Masungi caretakers opposing a wind energy project? Feb 3, 2026 11:56 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Top 5 News Today EJ Obiena nails his 1st gold for 2026 | The wRap

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/environmental-defenders/

[2026-02-12 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese premier tours rare earths production hub amid rising US tech rivalry

Snippet: Premier Li Qiang called for China to consolidate its lead in industries like rare earths, where Beijing has a strategic edge over Washington

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343328/chinese-premier-tours-rare-earths-production-hub-amid-rising-us-tech-rivalry

[2026-02-11 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet Alex Hall, Team USA freestyle skier at the 2026 Winter Olympics

Snippet: The Switzerland-raised gold medallist, who’s in a long-term relationship with a fellow skier, says he’s prioritising fun over defending his title

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3343182/meet-alex-hall-freestyle-skiings-2022-olympic-champion-competing-milano-cortina-2026

[2026-02-11 20:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong Rugby Union | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Hong Kong men start bid to join 7s elite at SVNS 3 against Samoa, Tonga, ColombiaNational Games gold medallists must finish in the top two in eight-team tournament in Dubai to progress to next stage in February.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/rugby/hong-kong-rugby-union

[2026-02-11 06:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Le secteur minier africain à la recherche de partenariats

Snippet: Au deuxième jour du Mining Indaba, les participants ont échangé mardi (10.02) sur les minerais critiques en Afrique. Le Mining Indaba est le plus grand rendez-vous du secteur minier en Afrique. Cela se passe en Afrique du Sud. Depuis hier jusqu’à jeudi, les invités échangent autour du partenariat. Car en la matière, la coopération entre les pays africains est plutôt absente.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/fr/edition-mining-indaba-accent-partenariats-entre-eux-pays-africains-mal-cooperer-secteur-minier/a-75901173

[2026-02-11 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Canadian mining firm says its abducted workers found dead in Mexico - DailyNews

Snippet: A Canadian mining company says some of its workers who were abducted from a project site in Mexico last month have been found dead.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/11/world/949006/canadian-mining-firm-says-its-abducted-workers-found-dead-in-mexico/

[2026-02-10 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet Breezy Johnson, who won the US’ first gold medal at the Winter Olympics

Snippet: The ski racer, who came out as bisexual in 2022, has made a stellar comeback following injury and a drug-testing-related suspension

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3343062/meet-breezy-johnson-lgbtq-athlete-who-won-us-first-gold-winter-olympics

[2026-02-10 14:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Ka Ying Rising wins trial ‘as you’d expect’ as Hayes looks to continue good run

Snippet: The world’s best sprinter goes for a historic 18th straight win in the Group One Queen’s Silver Jubilee Cup (1,400m) on February 22

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/racing/article/3343002/ka-ying-rising-wins-barrier-trial-youd-expect-david-hayes-looks-continue-hot-streak

[2026-02-10 13:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: US containerized drone swarms no silver bullet vs China - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/us-containerized-drone-swarms-no-silver-bullet-vs-china/

[2026-02-10 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Eileen Gu says she’s skiing better than ever ahead of Winter Olympic golds defence

Snippet: With big air and halfpipe still to come, skier says slopestyle silver medal-winning run was a big confidence boost

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3342972/chinas-eileen-gu-says-shes-skiing-better-ever-ahead-winter-olympic-golds-defence

[2026-02-10 08:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Mexico says 5 of 10 workers kidnapped from Canadian miner found dead

Snippet: The workers were kidnapped on January 23 from a silver mining project in Mexico’s violence-plagued Sinaloa state

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/americas/article/3342978/3-kidnapped-miners-found-dead-mexico-countrys-mining-chamber-says

[2026-02-10 06:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Issuance of heavy mineral mining permits temporarily suspended - DailyNews

Snippet: The government has decided to temporarily suspend the issuance of all mineral mining permits except for materials related to the construction sector until the new national mineral policy is approved by the Cabinet and passed through Parliament.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/10/business/948175/issuance-of-heavy-mineral-mining-permits-temporarily-suspended/

[2026-02-10 00:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Gu says she’s skiing with ‘weight of 2 countries on my shoulders’ after Games silver

Snippet: Switzerland’s Mathilde Gremaud wins slopestyle gold for second Winter Olympics running after Eileen Gu falls at start of final run

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3342958/milano-cortina-winter-olympics-eileen-gu-takes-slopestyle-silver-again-gremaud-defends-title

[2026-02-09 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sun Yingsha wins first Asian Cup singles title, while Wang Chuqin successfully defends crown

Snippet: China’s women’s team completed clean sweep of medals; Japan’s Harimoto won silver and compatriot Togami won bronze in the men’s singles

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3342913/sun-yingsha-wins-first-asian-cup-singles-title-while-wang-chuqin-successfully-defends-crown

[2026-02-08 22:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Vonn breaks leg in crash as US teammate Johnson wins downhill Olympic gold

Snippet: The American star had been trying to claim her fourth Olympic medal in her favoured discipline at the Milano Cortina Games

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3342839/lindsey-vonn-airlifted-hospital-after-horror-fall-womens-downhill-winter-olympics

[2026-02-08 20:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong foilist Cheung Ka-long finally gets on podium with bronze in Turin

Snippet: Two-time Olympic champ had reached podium only twice in 12 events since winning gold in Paris, but his coach said it was only a matter of time

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3342828/hong-kong-foilist-cheung-ka-long-finally-gets-podium-bronze-turin-grand-prix

[2026-02-08 19:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: EJ Obiena gets 'missing piece' with Asian Indoor Championships gold

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/people/athletes/ej-obiena-missing-piece-gold-asian-indoor-athletics-championships-2026/

[2026-02-08 07:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s Kimura wins Olympic snowboard big air gold

Snippet: He scored 179.5 points to top the podium, edging out compatriot Ryoma Kimata and defending Olympic champion Su Yiming of China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3342791/japans-kimura-wins-olympic-snowboard-big-air-gold

[2026-02-07 22:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong claim ‘incredible, beautiful’ gold at Asian Road Cycling Championships

Snippet: City team beat favourites Kazakhstan to claim victory in mixed relay time trial for first continental title since 2018

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3342773/hong-kong-claim-incredible-beautiful-gold-medal-asian-road-cycling-championships

[2026-02-07 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Silver surfers: how China ‘granfluencers’ steal spotlight, taking over social media

Snippet: Some firms managing granfluencers exploit young people’s compassion by scheduling late-night live-streams for seniors to encourage tipping

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3342207/silver-surfers-how-china-granfluencers-steal-spotlight-taking-over-social-media

[2026-02-07 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How people like 70-year-old Chow Yun-fat keep pushing their endurance limits

Snippet: Chow ran a half-marathon last year, while silver stars like Natalie Grabow, Jeannie Rice and Hiromu Inada are breaking records. Here’s how

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3342586/how-people-70-year-old-chow-yun-fat-keep-pushing-their-endurance-limits-they-age

[2026-02-07 07:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Is Germany's gold safe in New York?

Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/is-germanys-gold-safe-in-new-york/video-75766873

[2026-02-07 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Red, gold and reunion - DailyNews

Snippet: Warm hues of red and gold, the fragrance of traditional dishes, and the sound of laughter filled the ballroom of the Cinnamon Lakeside Hotel as the Embassy of Viet Nam in Sri Lanka hosted the Community Tet Program, celebrating Vietnam’s traditional Lunar New Year. Held under the patronage of the Vietnamese Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Trinh Thi Tam, the event brought together the Vietnamese community living in Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan friends, members of the media, and the staff and

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/07/culture-art/946928/red-gold-and-reunion/

[2026-02-06 16:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milano Cortina Games

Snippet: Some of the action has already begun, but the Games officially begin on Friday, with the first gold medals awarded on Saturday

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3342615/winter-olympics-2026-guide-all-you-need-know-about-milano-cortina-games

[2026-02-06 13:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks drop as mainland tech firms, metals and crypto slide

Snippet: Hang Seng Index follows US declines as AI worries and falling prices for gold, silver and cryptocurrency rattle investors

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342582/hong-kong-stocks-plunge-led-mainland-tech-firms-amid-global-sell-gold-crypto

[2026-02-06 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet Ilia Malinin, figure skating superstar and Winter Olympic gold favourite

Snippet: Both parents of the record-breaking, two-time World Champion American figure skater represented Uzbekistan in the Winter Olympics

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3342463/meet-ilia-malinin-figure-skating-quad-god-whos-favourite-winter-olympic-gold

[2026-02-06 05:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Zambia lead poisoning victims sue mining giant

Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/zambia-lead-poisoning-victims-sue-mining-giant/video-75829344

[2026-02-06 01:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: د سرو زرو بیه نوې ریکارډ کچې ته رسیدلې

Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ps/gold-price-reaches-new-record-high/video-75693216

[2026-02-06 00:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s Chloe Leung narrowly pipped to Asian cycling gold in Saudi Arabia

Snippet: The 29-year-old is beaten to top honours by Kazakhstan’s Rinata Sultanova but city squad already on course for two-medal target

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3342552/hong-kongs-chloe-leung-narrowly-pipped-asian-cycling-gold-saudi-arabia

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s new golden rule: dig deeper mines, boost reserves and hedge global risks

Snippet: China Gold Association vows tech breakthroughs in deep mining and nanogold, and a state-owned miner seeks a fourfold increase in gold output from mineral deposits

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3342532/china-eyes-gold-production-surge-amid-de-dollarisation-drive-aiming-hedge-global-risks

[2026-02-05 22:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: सोने और चांदी की कीमतों में अचानक क्यों आई गिरावट?

Snippet: 29 जनवरी को सोने की कीमत रिकॉर्ड स्तर पर पहुंच गई थी. यह 5,580 डॉलर प्रति औंस से भी ऊपर पहुंच गई थी. लेकिन अगले ही दिन, यानी 30 जनवरी को, सोने में कई सालों की सबसे बड़ी एक-दिवसीय गिरावट देखने को मिली, जब इसकी कीमत करीब 9 फीसदी गिर गई.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/hi/why-gold-and-silver-prices-suddenly-collapsed/a-75817702

[2026-02-05 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Macroscope | Blame Trump, not Asian investors, for gold and silver volatility

Snippet: The global uncertainty stemming from Trump’s behaviour is roiling precious metals markets far more than any investment from Asia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3342464/why-trump-not-asian-investors-blame-gold-and-silver-volatility

[2026-02-05 17:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet Stephanie Cavalli, the 49-year-old model who opened Chanel’s show

Snippet: Viral stars Alex Consani, Awar Odhiang and Bhavitha Mandava turned heads at Matthieu Blazy’s show – but all eyes were on the silver-haired Cavalli

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3342474/meet-stephanie-cavalli-49-year-old-model-who-opened-chanels-paris-haute-couture-show

[2026-02-05 16:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Gold's center of gravity moving from West to East - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/golds-center-of-gravity-moving-from-west-to-east/

[2026-02-04 15:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong equestrian learns age is no barrier to success at inspiring 5-star show

Snippet: Clarissa Lyra treasures opportunity to watch likes of Roger-Yves Bost and Olympic silver medallist John Whittaker in action at horse show

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3342317/hong-kong-equestrian-lyra-learns-age-no-barrier-success-inspiring-5-star-show

[2026-02-03 23:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s gold trading hub on edge: what is happening – and why now?

Snippet: Uncertainty spreads in Shuibei as second platform falters, spooking investors

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3342258/chinas-gold-trading-hub-rattled-second-platform-faces-payment-crisis

[2026-02-02 20:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Silver bullet: New Oriental strategy pivots to China’s silver economy

Snippet: China’s leading private education firm tests new growth paths, amid demographic shifts and softer demand for US-bound study

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342108/silver-bullet-new-oriental-pivots-late-age-learners-china-ages

[2026-02-02 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese gold, silver investors face gut check amid volatility, fund suspensions

Snippet: Some retreat to the sidelines as another fund suspends new investments and futures plunge, while others remain determined to buy the dip

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3342079/gut-check-time-how-chinese-gold-and-silver-investors-assess-metals-volatility

[2026-02-02 16:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Industry Minister inspects Kotikambokka quartz deposit, directs action to curb illegal mining - DailyNews

Snippet: The Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunnetti, conducted a field inspection yesterday (02) at the Kotikambokka Vein Quartz Deposit in the Monaragala District, where mining activities are currently suspended. The visit focused on safeguarding the site and preventing unauthorized mining. Preliminary scientific surveys indicate that the deposit spans approximately 700 meters and contains an estimated 3.1 billion metric tons of quartz, highlighting its significance as a national resource.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/breaking-news/944068/industry-minister-inspects-kotikambokka-quartz-deposit-directs-action-to-curb-illegal-mining/

[2026-02-02 14:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan retrieves rare earth-rich mud from 6,000 metres under the sea

Snippet: The mud, sucked up near remote Minamitori Island, will be analysed to see whether its rare earths can be commercially tapped

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3342039/japan-retrieves-rare-earth-rich-mud-6000-metres-under-sea

[2026-02-02 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks drop by most since November, led by mining, telecoms

Snippet: Telecommunications firms drop after Chinese authorities raise value-added taxes, denting profit expectations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342032/hong-kong-stocks-drop-shaky-risk-sentiment-us-equities-and-metals-slide

[2026-02-02 06:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: State involvement in the cinnamon industry before Independence - DailyNews

Snippet: Ceylon cinnamon has been one of the world’s most sought-after spices for centuries, particularly since the 16th century. At one time, this commodity was considered more valuable than gold. Historically known as “True Cinnamon,” Cinnamomum zeylanicum from Sri Lanka induced colonial conquests and competition, igniting conflicts across Asia for centuries as colonial authoritiespursued monopoly and control.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/features/943598/state-involvement-in-the-cinnamon-industry-before-independence/

[2026-02-01 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Viral video of Chinese man extracting gold from SIM cards triggers sales boom

Snippet: Scrap metal refiner who has been dubbed the ‘alchemist’ says he is simply showing off his skills, warns amateurs not to attempt process

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3341638/viral-video-chinese-man-extracting-gold-sim-cards-triggers-sales-boom

[2026-01-30 22:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: GRRM’s gold call: A 2024 forecast that held - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/01/grrms-gold-call-a-2024-forecast-that-held/

[2026-01-30 21:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Video | Shanghai residents cash in as gold prices surge

Snippet: Record-high gold prices are being fuelled by geopolitical uncertainties

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3341854/shanghai-residents-offload-their-gold-prices-surge-record-highs

[2026-01-30 15:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s ‘gold fever’ sparks scandal, tourist drought in Japan: 7 highlights

Snippet: From China’s ‘gold fever’ sparking scandal to a tourist drought, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3341759/chinas-canal-southeast-asia-nipah-virus-raises-concerns-scmps-7-highlights

[2026-01-30 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Gold hits record high - DailyNews

Snippet: The price of gold in the world market has increased to a record high yesterday (29), and simultaneously, the price of a pound of gold in Sri Lanka has also increased to more than four hundred thousand rupees.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/30/business/942506/gold-hits-record-high/

[2026-01-30 01:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: EJ Obiena nails his 1st gold for 2026 | The wRap

Snippet: Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/video/daily-wrap/january-29-2026/

[2026-01-29 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Gold demand set to stay strong in 2026 as risks persist: World Gold Council

Snippet: Rising geopolitical tensions and shifting monetary policy expectations are reinforcing gold’s investment role

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3341699/gold-demand-set-stay-strong-2026-risks-persist-world-gold-council

[2026-01-29 19:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Jewellery store heists sweep South Korea amid soaring gold prices

Snippet: Teenagers and adults are stealing gold to convert it into cash, with one robbery turning fatal in Bucheon

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3341671/jewellery-store-heists-sweep-south-korea-amid-soaring-gold-prices