[2026-02-03 06:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: The forest they refused to lose - DailyNews

Snippet: Spring still arrives at the University of Peradeniya. Mist settles over the hills, and yellow flowers fall onto grass damp with early morning dew. For Nimal and Savithri Gunatilleke, the emeritus professor couple walking hand in hand across the campus, the scene is memory. They are both in their eighties now, retired professors living a short distance away in Eriyagama.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/features/944475/the-forest-they-refused-to-lose/

[2026-02-03 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: No child should be deprived of education due to poverty – PM - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that all Government strategic plans must be formulated in a manner that ensures no child in the country is deprived of vocational education or any other educational opportunity due to economic hardship.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/local/944537/no-child-should-be-deprived-of-education-due-to-poverty-pm/

[2026-02-03 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Tissa Central beat Vidyaloka by 10 wickets - DailyNews

Snippet: Tissa Central College Kalutara beat Vidyaloka College Galle by 10 wickets in their fixture of the Under 19 two- day inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with the sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket on Saturday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/sports/944225/tissa-central-beat-vidyaloka-by-10-wickets/

[2026-02-03 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Atlas Axillia donates Rs. 7 Mn worth school supplies to disaster affected children - DailyNews

Snippet: Atlas Axillia, together with the contributions of its employees, donated exercise books and learning equipment worth Rs. 7 million to support children affected by recent disasters and those from underprivileged backgrounds in the Badulla District.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/business/944256/atlas-axillia-donates-rs-7-mn-worth-school-supplies-to-disaster-affected-children/

[2026-02-03 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: College of Chemical Sciences holds 21st convocation - DailyNews

Snippet: The 21st Convocation of the College of Chemical Sciences (CCS), Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, was held on February 23, at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH). The ceremony marked an important milestone in the academic journey of the graduating students.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/business/944262/college-of-chemical-sciences-holds-21st-convocation/

[2026-02-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sacred Relics exposition begins at Gangaramaya on Thursday - DailyNews

Snippet: In a continuation of the vision articulated by the Indian Prime Minister during his visit to Sri Lanka in April 2025, India is set to undertake a profound gesture of spiritual outreach and cultural diplomacy through the exposition of the Sacred Devnimori Relics of the Buddha in Sri Lanka. The Holy Relics, presently enshrined at The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, will travel to Colombo for a public exposition from February 4 to 10, with their return scheduled on

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/local/944579/sacred-relics-exposition-begins-at-gangaramaya-on-thursday/

[2026-02-03 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Artist Saliya Samaraweera passes away - DailyNews

Snippet: Artist Saliya Srilal Samaraweera passed away yesterday. He is the husband of Tharunee Deputy Editor Champa Warusapperuma and father of Sarali Tharunethu Samaraweera, a Grade 9 student of Vishaka Vidyalaya, Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/local/944647/artist-saliya-samaraweera-passes-away/

[2026-02-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Book donation, scholarships awarded to Samanera monks in Kalutara - DailyNews

Snippet: The ceremony for the donation of books for the year 2026 to Samanera monks studying at Pirivenas in the Kalutara district, conducted under the Samanera Regulation Project implemented with the patronage of the Kalutara Bodhi Trustee Board, and the awarding of scholarships under the Ancient Education Development Project, was held recently at the Kalutara Bodhi premises.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/03/local/944346/book-donation-scholarships-awarded-to-samanera-monks-in-kalutara/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese man on trial in Munich for raping sedated partner, echoing Pelicot case

Snippet: The 27-year-old faces trial for drugging, raping, and filming his Chinese girlfriend, and is charged with attempted murder and aggravated rape

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3342149/chinese-student-trial-germany-raping-sedated-partner-echoing-pelicot-case

[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 19:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [EDITORIAL] EDCOM 2 report: The horror story of a literacy crisis

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/editorials/edcom-2-report-horror-story-literacy-crisis-english-version/

[2026-02-02 18:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: For Hong Kong students, their career paths’ first steps start at university

Snippet: Choosing a course is a delicate balance of passion, parental expectations and the prospects of a fulfilling career

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3342081/how-help-hong-kong-students-navigate-their-university-choices-and-career-paths

[2026-02-02 17:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: RT News

Title: Trump ‘jokes’ about adding three new US states

Snippet: US President Donald Trump has said he plans to expand the country by adding Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela as new states, later describing the remarks as a joke, the Washington Post has reported, citing eyewitnesses. Trump reportedly made the comments at the annual Alfalfa Club dinner on Saturday, an exclusive gathering of CEOs, politicians, and other Washington luminaries.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/631846-trump-jokes-about-3-new/

[2026-02-02 17:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Mainland Chinese student jailed for 3 months for cheating in TOEFL test

Snippet: Huang Xinyi paid someone else to take test on her behalf in Cambodia and submitted results to Hong Kong’s Lingnan University so she could graduate

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3342068/mainland-chinese-student-jailed-3-months-hiring-imposter-take-toefl-test

[2026-02-02 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Bleak start’ to 2026 for China’s property sector as sales declines accelerate

Snippet: China’s top developers slumped in January, with weak demand and fading policy support raising fresh concerns over debt repayment capacity

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342060/bleak-start-2026-chinas-property-sector-sales-declines-accelerate

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: North America’s top computer vision scientist Liang Jie returns to China

Snippet: Brain behind leading Microsoft tech products used by millions across the globe and sensor systems for elderly care joins Chinese university

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3341662/north-americas-top-computer-vision-scientist-liang-jie-returns-china

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | 55% plunge in new hires as Hong Kong graduates face gloomiest outlook in 5 years

Snippet: Average monthly salary of new hires has risen only marginally by 0.5 per cent year on year to HK$20,961 in 2025, according to online job portal

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3341998/55-plunge-new-hires-hong-kong-graduates-face-gloomiest-job-outlook-5-years

[2026-02-02 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Solve School Development Officers’ issue as promised - Sajith - DailyNews

Snippet: Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa stated that the Government is trying to evade the issue faced by School Development Officers, and assured that the opposition will continue to stand with them until justice is delivered.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/politics/943924/solve-school-development-officers-issue-as-promised-sajith/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Ministry to address doctors’ child school admission issue - DailyNews

Snippet: The Health and Mass Media Ministry has stated that it will intervene to address issues faced by Government medical officers in admitting their children to schools.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/local/943931/ministry-to-address-doctors-child-school-admission-issue/

[2026-02-02 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: The Thomian legacy in the promotion of Sinhala - DailyNews

Snippet: S. Thomas’ College, founded in 1851 by the Rt. Rev. James Chapman, the first Anglican Bishop of Colombo, in Mutwal, quickly established a strong reputation among Sri Lankan schools. Its relocation in 1918 to a scenic site near Mount Lavinia marked a new chapter in the College’s history and further enhanced its stature.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/features/943592/the-thomian-legacy-in-the-promotion-of-sinhala/

[2026-02-02 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Superb double by Manula of Urubokka Central College - DailyNews

Snippet: Manula Anupriya of Urubokka Central College gave a fine all-round performanceagainst Vijitha Central College Dickwella in their first round fixture of the Under 13 division three inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/sports/943529/superb-double-by-manula-of-urubokka-central-college/

[2026-02-02 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Meadowlea fuels Dharmasoka College Cricket as main sponsor - DailyNews

Snippet: Meadowlea fat spread, marketed and distributed by Pyramid Wilmar Pvt Limited partnered with Dharmasoka College Ambalangoda as the main sponsor for the 2025/2026 school cricket season – an initiative that showcases the company’s continuous commitment towards fostering young athlete talent as they pursue excellence on and off the field.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/business/943612/meadowlea-fuels-dharmasoka-college-cricket-as-main-sponsor/

[2026-02-02 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SL Permanent Mission in Geneva continues to mobilise disaster relief assistance - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lankans living in Switzerland joined with the Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to provide essential supplies following the devastating impact of Cyclone Ditwah. A consignment of disaster relief items including high pressure cleaners, kitchen utensil sets, sanitary items, cleaning items, baby care products, school bags, clothes etc. was air-lifted with the support extended by AERO Logistics in Zurich for immediate transport to the Disaster Management Centre in Colombo, on January 11.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/local/943865/sl-permanent-mission-in-geneva-continues-to-mobilise-disaster-relief-assistance/

[2026-02-02 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: British School unites for a cleaner coast - DailyNews

Snippet: The shoreline of Dehiwala Beach witnessed a powerful display of unity and environmental responsibility as The British School in Colombo (BSC) came together for the school’s second beach clean-up this academic year.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/local/943778/british-school-unites-for-a-cleaner-coast/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Stolen time - DailyNews

Snippet: All women are, in one way or another, racing against the biological clock. Recent statistics show that Sri Lanka’s birth rate is steadily declining while the elderly population is growing at a rapid pace. What if these trends are not isolated phenomena, but closely linked to our education system? What if that very system quietly deepens the divide between the haves and the have-nots, simply because ordinary and disadvantaged children spend an inordinately long portion of their lives trapped in

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/editorial/943575/stolen-time/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Apax Campus convocation today - DailyNews

Snippet: The convocation of the Apax Campus will take place at the BMICH today at 2.00 pm.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/02/local/943824/apax-campus-convocation-today/

[2026-02-01 16:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Financial Times

Title: School IB business management class: Carlsberg’s ‘core’ beer brands drop to less than half of sales for first time

Snippet: PublishedFebruary 1 2026

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/d14cde8b-c7b8-4b6e-bb64-669e1e15614e

[2026-02-01 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is Philippines falling behind in EV race as Southeast Asia revs up?

Snippet: Policy uncertainty and the Philippines’ lack of competitiveness in key areas have reinforced investor unease, observers say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3341865/philippines-falling-behind-ev-race-southeast-asia-revs

[2026-02-01 13:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Developing quality human resources essential to safeguard country’s future, says Prime Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: safeguard the country’s future, emphasizing that education plays a crucial role in ensuring economic, social, and cultural security.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/01/local/943447/developing-quality-human-resources-essential-to-safeguard-countrys-future-says-prime-minister/

[2026-02-01 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Calls for stricter rules after bot bookers detected on Hong Kong sports app

Snippet: Authorities say they found accounts using computer programs or other automated tools for bookings just a week after new anti-touting policy began

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3341941/calls-stricter-rules-after-bot-bookers-detected-hong-kong-sports-app

[2026-02-01 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Hong Kong schools’ medium of instruction must pass the test of the times

Snippet: With its review of the guidelines for teaching in English or Chinese, Hong Kong must seek to better prepare its pupils for higher education while serving the city’s needs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3341791/hong-kong-schools-medium-instruction-must-pass-test-times

[2026-02-01 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Hong Kong should see animal protection as a shared civic duty

Snippet: A pond-cleaning operation that resulted in the death of over a hundred fish highlights gaps in public awareness of and education on animal welfare

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3341812/hong-kong-should-see-animal-protection-shared-civic-duty

[2026-01-31 23:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong steps up scrutiny of private schools

Snippet: Education Bureau releases code of practice for private primary and secondary schools

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3341955/hong-kong-steps-scrutiny-private-schools

[2026-01-31 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan eateries and pubs implement age restrictions for optimal dining experience

Snippet: Policy has ignited heated debate among Japanese netizens, with some labelling it as discrimination

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3341393/japan-eateries-limit-entry-based-age-ensure-younger-patrons-can-enjoy-make-noise-freely

[2026-01-31 18:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China slaps US$3.7 million fine on Kuaishou for live-streaming e-commerce breach

Snippet: The penalty reflects a broader regulatory crackdown on content and operations deemed undesirable or harmful on Chinese online platforms

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3341936/china-slaps-us37-million-fine-kuaishou-over-live-streaming-e-commerce-violation

[2026-01-31 14:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Is Trump's foreign policy really realist? - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/01/is-trumps-foreign-policy-really-realist/

[2026-01-31 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As I see it | When in doubt, EU leaders dig an even bigger hole

Snippet: Brussels presses on with its self-defeating policy of isolating Russia, even as the US makes clear its transatlantic ally is effectively on its own for its security

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3341636/when-doubt-eu-leaders-dig-even-bigger-hole

[2026-01-31 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Antonian–Joes match drawn, Kaushika scores twin fifties - DailyNews

Snippet: Antonian Kaushika Kumarasinghe struck half-centuries in both innings as St. Anthony’s College Katugastota played out a draw against St. Joseph’s College Colombo in their Under-19 Inter-Schools Two-Day Cricket Tournament fixture yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/31/sports/943238/antonian-joes-match-drawn-kaushika-scores-twin-fifties/

[2026-01-31 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: A correct step - DailyNews

Snippet: The furore over the recent case of a Colombo student using social media in an inappropriate manner has once again focused attention on the widespread use of smartphones among students, some as young as 5 years old. Many parents have gifted smartphones to their children, either unaware or ignorant of the inherent dangers lurking in the deep bowels of the World Wide Web and social media that can corrupt young, developing minds.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/31/editorial/943116/a-correct-step/

[2026-01-31 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: EU asylum policy: What changes for refugees in Germany?

Snippet: The Common European Asylum System (CEAS) is the European Union's legal framework to create uniform, fair and efficient standards for processing asylum applications.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/eu-asylum-policy-what-changes-for-refugees-in-germany/a-75728293

[2026-01-31 01:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong shelves cross-border levy plan, marks second policy U-turn in a day

Snippet: Proposal was part of city government’s efforts to deal with HK$87.2 billion budget deficit

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3341888/hong-kong-shelves-cross-border-levy-plan-marks-second-policy-u-turn-day

[2026-01-30 23:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trump picks former Federal Reserve official Kevin Warsh to chair US central bank

Snippet: The nomination comes as economic issues – from tariffs to affordability – dominate the policy agenda ahead of the November midterm elections

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/politics/article/3341870/trump-picks-former-federal-reserve-official-kevin-warsh-chair-us-central-bank

[2026-01-30 22:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US envoys to Israel blocked ‘apocalyptic’ Gaza warning in 2024: report

Snippet: Leaked reports reveal US diplomats killed internal memos detailing dead bodies and famine in Gaza to avoid a ‘lack of balance’ in policy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3341861/us-envoys-israel-blocked-apocalyptic-gaza-warning-2024-report

[2026-01-30 14:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Letters | PhD fellowship scheme holds a key to Hong Kong’s education hub dream

Snippet: Readers discuss the experience of international PhD students in Hong Kong, hospital fees, and Mark Carney’s Davos speech

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3341619/phd-fellowship-scheme-holds-key-hong-kongs-education-hub-dream

[2026-01-30 13:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Probe into Grade 10 Exam papers’ leak in CP - DailyNews

Snippet: The Central Province (CP) Education Department has launched an investigation into the leakage of the Science, Mathematics, and English question papers intended for the Grade 10 third-term examination.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/30/lawnorder/942770/probe-into-grade-10-exam-papers-leak-in-cp/

[2026-01-30 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chipmaking expert Xu Zhenpeng leaves OpenAI-funded start-up for Shanghai role

Snippet: The rising talent in micron-precision 3D printing revealed the move from California to an academic position in China on social media

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3341719/chipmaking-expert-xu-zhenpeng-leaves-openai-funded-start-shanghai-role

[2026-01-30 12:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Financial Times

Title: School IB economics: Eurozone inflation falls to 2% in December

Snippet: PublishedJanuary 30 2026

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/e4a3a626-869d-44fd-a9e7-3489a61a0525

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan child suicides reach record high as experts warn of mounting pressures

Snippet: The rise in child deaths contrasts with a broader decline in suicides, prompting scrutiny of school pressure and mental health support

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3341721/japan-child-suicides-reach-record-high-experts-warn-mounting-pressures

[2026-01-30 10:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ProPublica

Title: Two School Districts Sue, Claiming Alaska Is Failing Its Constitutional Obligation to Fund Public Education

Snippet: Two Alaska school districts filed a lawsuit on Jan. 20 in Anchorage Superior Court against the state, its governor and its education commissioner over what they say is a long-running failure to adequately fund public education.

Read full article: https://www.propublica.org/article/alaska-public-education-funding-failure-lawsuit

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

Source: ABC News

Title: Topic:Trade Agreements

Snippet: In the past fortnight, US President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs against at least 10 countries. Some experts say the Trump administration's tariff policy is leading to the creation of new trading blocs, and isolating the United States.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/topic/trade-agreements