[2026-01-29 01:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: EDCOM 2: end mass promotion in schools | 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-28-2026/

[2026-01-28 23:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: In the Public Square: Last chance? Reforming PH education

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/in-the-public-square-reform-education-edcom-2-report-january-2026/

[2026-01-28 22:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Food safety practices should not be confined to the school curriculum, says Prime Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Food safety practices should not be limited to the classroom, but must become an integral part of children’s attitudes and daily behaviours, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said today(28).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/28/local/941629/food-safety-practices-should-not-be-confined-to-the-school-curriculum-says-prime-minister/

[2026-01-28 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Teach our children well’: Jack Ma urges changes to China’s education in AI era

Snippet: China’s educators must teach students to ask thousands of good questions, rather than give the same correct answer, Ma says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3341543/teach-our-children-well-jack-ma-urges-changes-chinas-rural-education-ai-era

[2026-01-28 21:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why US defence strategy may hurt leaders in South Korea, Japan

Snippet: The National Defence Strategy states that the US will provide ‘more limited’ support to its allies in line with the ‘America-first’ policy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3341560/why-us-defence-strategy-may-push-south-korea-japan-towards-radical-security-realignment

[2026-01-28 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet Jessica Williams, who plays Gaby in Apple TV’s Shrinking

Snippet: Starting off with improv in school, she joined Amy Poehler’s comedy group and broke through as the youngest correspondent on The Daily Show

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3341481/meet-jessica-williams-breakout-star-apple-tvs-comedy-drama-shrinking

[2026-01-28 16:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Fashion Bug Brings Smiles Through Happy Bear Book Drive - DailyNews

Snippet: Fashion Bug has launched the third phase of its Happy Bear book donation programme, reaching out to students affected by the recent floods in the Naranwita, Gampola area. The initiative provided essential school supplies to children from families impacted by the adverse weather conditions, offering much-needed support for their education.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/business/941411/fashion-bug-brings-smiles-through-happy-bear-book-drive/

[2026-01-28 14:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CB holds interest rates steady to support economic stability - DailyNews

Snippet: The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) concluded its latest meeting yesterday (27), opting to maintain its current monetary policy stance.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/28/breaking-news/941355/cb-holds-interest-rates-steady-to-support-economic-stability/

[2026-01-28 13:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Gunawardena of Dambana - DailyNews

Snippet: I remember a trip I made to Dambana with my friend Ariyapala Ratnayake about twenty years ago. The first place we went was Gurukumbura School. At first glance, the school—consisting of only a few classrooms—gave us the impression of being isolated and solitary, situated in the middle of a forest village.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/28/features/941064/gunawardena-of-dambana/

[2026-01-28 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is China about to end its after-school tutoring ban? A huge fine suggests not

Snippet: Speculation was growing that Beijing would relax a ban on for-profit tutoring to boost the economy. Then a firm was hit with a US$9.7 million penalty

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3341405/china-crushes-rumours-after-school-tutoring-comeback-huge-fine

[2026-01-28 07:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: ICE on US streets challenges American norms, founding values

Snippet: High-profile, at times lethal and potentially unconstitutional actions by federal US immigration officers could be changing the views of Americans on a cornerstone Donald Trump policy.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/ice-on-us-streets-challenges-american-norms-founding-values/a-75679947

[2026-01-28 07:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Hirusha of Henegama CC claims 10 wickets in innings - DailyNews

Snippet: Hirusha Premarathna, left arm leg spinner of Henegama Central claimed all 10 wickets against Galahitiyawa Central College in their fixture of the Under 19 Two days inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/28/sports/941213/hirusha-of-henegama-cc-claims-10-wickets-in-innings/

[2026-01-28 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Navy partners in restoration of Galle fisheries harbour premises - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance for restoration of premises at the Galle fisheries harbour recently, in support of the national ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ programme. As a key partner in the Presidential Task Force for the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ national project, the Navy is committed to realising the national policy framework of ‘A Thriving Nation, A Beautiful Life’.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/28/local/941094/navy-partners-in-restoration-of-galle-fisheries-harbour-premises/

[2026-01-28 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Institute of Chemistry Ceylon conducts Orientation Programme for new intake - DailyNews

Snippet: The Institute of Chemistry Ceylon conducted the Orientation Programme for the new intake on January 25, at its Malabe Campus.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/28/business/940884/institute-of-chemistry-ceylon-conducts-orientation-programme-for-new-intake/

[2026-01-28 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SL highlights policy leadership at International Parliamentary Roundtable on Human - Wildlife Co-existence held in Botswana - DailyNews

Snippet: Representatives of Sri Lanka participated in the International Parliamentary Roundtable on Human-Wildlife Co-existence, held in Gaborone, Botswana recently, alongside MPs from 12 countries, including Botswana, other African nations, selected European Union Member States and Asian countries.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/28/local/941101/sl-highlights-policy-leadership-at-international-parliamentary-roundtable-on-human-wildlife-co-existence-held-in-botswana/

[2026-01-28 06:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Inter-school literary competition ‘Serendia’ celebrates SL’s cultural and creative spirit - DailyNews

Snippet: Serendia Vol. 1, an inter-school literary and creative competition celebrating Sri Lanka’s cultural, traditional, and historical identity, was successfully held recently at the Royal MAS Arena, recently. The event brought together students from across the country in a vibrant showcase of creativity, heritage, and youthful expression.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/28/local/941150/inter-school-literary-competition-serendia-celebrates-sls-cultural-and-creative-spirit/

[2026-01-28 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Daily News

Title: Swimming meet at Kelaniya - DailyNews

Snippet: The entries for the All – Island Freestyle Swimming Meet – 2026 .organised by the Kelaniya ACE Aquatics will close on February 01 st.. The event is open to all schools and swimming clubs in the country. Valuable prizes are on offer for the winners.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/28/sports/940856/swimming-meet-at-kelaniya/

[2026-01-28 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Taco Trump’ tally: US president carries out only 25% of tariff threats

Snippet: Analysis finds Trump’s tariff threats often go unfulfilled, or retracted, with markets dismissing them as strategic bluster rather than firm policy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3341459/taco-trump-tally-us-president-carries-out-only-1-4-tariff-threats

[2026-01-27 23:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Unicef delivers school kits to Gaza after 2.5-year Israel blockade

Snippet: Thousands of school kits reach Gaza as Unicef confirms Israel lifts blockade that left children learning without pencils or books

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3341447/after-25-year-israel-blockade-gaza-unicef-delivers-school-kits

[2026-01-27 20:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Peace or chaos? Indonesia’s participation in Trump-led board stirs debate

Snippet: Critics say the decision runs contrary to Jakarta’s support for Palestine and decades-old foreign policy strategy of multilateralism

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3341420/indonesias-move-join-trumps-board-peace-stirs-debate-foreign-policy-shift

[2026-01-27 20:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong to deny teachers practising certificates with insufficient training hours

Snippet: Education panel to discuss finer details of new certification to ensure ‘fit and proper’ standards

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3341415/hong-kong-teachers-must-meet-training-hours-requirement-practising-certificate

[2026-01-27 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | How Hangzhou’s tech ecosystem nurtures dragons and rockets

Snippet: It’s not one factor but a ‘rainforest’ of policy, capital, talent, universities and research institutions operating within clear boundaries

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3341303/how-hangzhous-tech-ecosystem-nurtures-dragons-and-rockets

[2026-01-27 17:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Rebuilding connections: William Chen and The Discourse’s journey towards global leadership

Snippet: Student leader fosters global connections through the transformative power of storytelling and cultural exchange

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/native/yp/share-us/article/3341338/rebuilding-connections-william-chen-and-discourses-journey-towards-global-leadership

[2026-01-27 16:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Australian Open tennis encounters extreme heat

Snippet: Australian Open organizers instituted their extreme heat policy as temperatures soared at Melbourne Park on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/australian-open-tennis-encounters-extreme-heat/a-75669794

[2026-01-27 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Financial Times

Title: Business school teaching case study: The promise and pitfalls of biodiversity offsets

Snippet: Johannes Stroebel and Tiffany Yong

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/22f975a9-68a3-4b80-a0e2-20931504413e

[2026-01-27 12:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Style Edit: L’ÉCOLE’s latest jewellery course is on engagement rings

Snippet: L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, goes beyond celebrity engagement ring hype, discussing meaning, history and handcrafting

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3339558/style-edit-lecoles-new-course-engagement-rings-and-what-they-mean

[2026-01-27 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US looking inward under Trump made room for China’s development, expert says

Snippet: As US president reshapes Washington’s policy, Beijing may be left in an increasingly ‘complex and volatile’ world, Ni Feng says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3341292/us-looking-inward-under-trump-made-development-space-china-sino-us-expert-says

[2026-01-27 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Social Welfare | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Why some China schools require pupils to return empty milk boxes for their welfareA request by primary schools in China that pupils hand back their empty milk cartons has led to the creation of a thriving second-hand market in the containers.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/social-welfare

[2026-01-27 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Royal ‘B’ emerge U-13 Div. II Cricket champs - DailyNews

Snippet: Royal College Colombo ‘B’ emerged champion of the Under 13 division 2 inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/sports/940505/royal-b-emerge-u-13-div-ii-cricket-champs/

[2026-01-27 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘Opposition ready to support Govt’s education reforms if properly implemented’ - DailyNews

Snippet: Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that if education reforms are implemented in a proper and effective manner, the Opposition is willing to present its views and extend its cooperation to ensure the proper implementation of the proposed reforms.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/breaking-news/940656/opposition-ready-to-support-govts-education-reforms-if-properly-implemented/

[2026-01-27 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Nisalitha scores second ton for Dharmapala - DailyNews

Snippet: Nisalitha Sandiw of Dharamapala College Pannipitiya made second ton (126) in this season against Vidyaloka College Galle in the Under 19 two-day inter schools cricket tournament match at Mandaduwa yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/sports/940525/nisalitha-scores-second-ton-for-dharmapala/

[2026-01-27 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Student removed from Jaffna University Medical Faculty for providing false grades - DailyNews

Snippet: Jaffna University Vice Chancellor Professor Sivakolundu Srisathkunarajah said yesterday that a student who was removed from the University for submitting false information had attended the Medical Faculty orientation programme for nearly two months.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/breaking-news/940663/student-removed-from-jaffna-university-medical-faculty-for-providing-false-grades/

[2026-01-27 06:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Education reforms, democratic responsibility, and the making of a thinking citizen - DailyNews

Snippet: One of the most unquestionable accomplishments of the Republic of Sri Lanka has been the establishment of a functioning education system that has stood the test of time. The system has produced professional classes of society and has been able to bind a diverse society by creating a common interest.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/general-opinion/940314/education-reforms-democratic-responsibility-and-the-making-of-a-thinking-citizen/

[2026-01-27 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘AIA Divimagata Piyapath, Senehase Gamana’ support children’s education affected by Cyclone Ditwah - DailyNews

Snippet: AIA Insurance Lanka recently executed the next phase of its community relief programme, ‘AIA Divimagata Piyapath, Senehase Gamana’, mobilising a nationwide effort to provide essential school supplies and stationery for the new academic year to children in communities impacted by Cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/business/940296/aia-divimagata-piyapath-senehase-gamana-support-childrens-education-affected-by-cyclone-ditwah/

[2026-01-27 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Wickramashila National School, Giriulla beat Devapathiraja - DailyNews

Snippet: Wickramashila National School Giriulla beat Devapathiraja College Rathgama by 8 wickets in their first round fixture of the Under 19 Girl’s Division One Inter Schools Cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket tournament sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/sports/940203/wickramashila-national-school-giriulla-beat-devapathiraja/

[2026-01-27 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: People’s Bank presents gifts to children on First Day of School - DailyNews

Snippet: People’s Bank has once again made arrangements to present a special commemorative gift to children on their first day of school. Accordingly, this special gift is presented upon opening a People’s Bank Sisu Udana Account, with the objective of inculcating the habit of saving from an early age while extending warm wishes to children as they embark on their educational journey.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/business/940254/peoples-bank-presents-gifts-to-children-on-first-day-of-school/

[2026-01-27 00:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: AI mental health app helps Hong Kong students accentuate the positive

Snippet: EmoCare, powered by artificial intelligence, began trial run last month, serving around 700 primary, secondary and university students

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3341297/ai-mental-health-app-helps-hong-kong-students-accentuate-positive

[2026-01-26 22:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Competition

Snippet: European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is privately complaining about the authoritarian style of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Politico reported on Monday, citing sources.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/631518-kajas-leyen-dictator-bunker/

[2026-01-26 20:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: WTISD-HK 2026 Student Proposal Competition and ICT Open Day have opened for enrolment

Snippet: The Student Proposal Competition invites students to pinpoint real challenges in their communities and design practical digital responses and support solutions. During the ICT Open Day, students will have the opportunity to learn directly from executives of leading local information and communications technology enterprises, gaining valuable insights into the industry and its future.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/native/yp/learning-zone/events/article/3341247/wtisd-hk-2026-student-proposal-competition-and-ict-open-day-invite-students-build-community-response

[2026-01-26 19:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong lawmakers urge review of seat belt policy on buses amid complaints

Snippet: Legislator Ben Chan says some operators could consider switching to lap belts to make it easier for passengers to alight

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3341251/hong-kong-lawmakers-urge-review-seat-belt-policy-buses-amid-complaints

[2026-01-26 18:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China needs silver and young spenders, plus policy support, for growth: HSBC

Snippet: Longest Lunar New Year holiday ever will provide a tailwind, but growth could falter without more supportive measures, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3341239/china-needs-silver-and-young-spenders-plus-policy-support-consumption-growth-hsbc

[2026-01-26 16:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Financial Times

Title: School IB Geography class: Why China’s women are having fewer babies

Snippet: PublishedJanuary 26 2026

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/0919ca96-c4f8-4825-bb7d-24e25ceaa6cb

[2026-01-26 13:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Who is afraid of Martin Wickramasinghe? - DailyNews

Snippet: Martin Wickramasinghe would have been a keyword that briefly spiked search engine attention on social media last week. A single remark by a tuition teacher was enough to set off a small cultural storm. The reactions followed a familiar pattern. Many were hurt. Some tried to sound balanced. Others seized the moment to reopen an old file: the relevance of Wickramasinghe himself.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/sachitra-mahendra/939688/who-is-afraid-of-martin-wickramasinghe/

[2026-01-26 11:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Financial Times

Title: School geography class. The trouble with maps: Greenland’s allure for Trump is based on an illusion

Snippet: PublishedJanuary 26 2026

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/1954d6c1-7fca-431a-beab-8a4bd2c53d95

[2026-01-26 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Bitter fruits’: why the Philippines faces a 10-year climb to fix its schools

Snippet: Its ‘historic’ US$23 billion education budget might not be enough to close long-standing gaps, experts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3341105/philippines-will-take-least-10-years-make-proficiency-grade

[2026-01-26 09:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Swire Properties bullish on mainland retail despite slowing market

Snippet: Foot traffic and sales have been rising across Swire’s mainland portfolio, lifted by Gen Z shoppers, holiday spending and policy support

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3341100/swire-properties-remains-bullish-mainland-retail-despite-slowing-market

[2026-01-26 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: National imperative for Sri Lanka’s future - DailyNews

Snippet: Education reform in Sri Lanka is not a matter of political debate, but a national necessity. At a time when rapid technological transformation is reshaping economies and societies worldwide, Sri Lanka cannot afford to delay reforms that prepare our children for an uncertain and competitive future. As two individuals with academic and industry experience both in Sri Lanka and overseas, we believe it is vital to share an independent and informed perspective on why these reforms are essential.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/features/939660/national-imperative-for-sri-lankas-future/

[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ananda emerge champions of Col Olcott Memorial school tourney - DailyNews

Snippet: The runner up Maliyadeva College cricket team.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/sports/939454/ananda-emerge-champions-of-col-olcott-memorial-school-tourney/

[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ven. Pallegama Vijitha Thera to host 14th ‘Sathkaraya’ gift presentation tomorrow - DailyNews

Snippet: Chief Incumbent of the Lankaramaya Temple in Rajgir, India, and Vice President of the Indian Ananda Bodhi Society Ven. Pallegama Wijitha Thera will host the 14th ‘Sathkaraya’ annual educational gift presentation on tomorrow (27). The ceremony will commence at 9 a.m. at Deniyaya Pallegama Secondary School.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/local/939640/ven-pallegama-vijitha-thera-to-host-14th-sathkaraya-gift-presentation-tomorrow/

[2026-01-26 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: AIS rower Sonal wins double gold in Sydney - DailyNews

Snippet: Sonal Tranchell of Asian International School delivered an outstanding performance to win two gold medals at the New South Wales Regatta 2026, held at the Manning River Rowing Club in New South Wales in Sydney, Australia.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/sports/939448/ais-rower-sonal-wins-double-gold-in-sydney/