Australian Open tennis encounters extreme heat
Australian Open organizers instituted their extreme heat policy as temperatures soared at Melbourne Park on Tuesday.
· Srinivas Mazumdaru
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· Tiffany Yong
Style Edit: L’ÉCOLE’s latest jewellery course is on engagement rings
L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, goes beyond celebrity engagement ring hype, discussing meaning, history and handcrafting
· SCMP Style Reporter
US looking inward under Trump made room for China’s development, expert says
As US president reshapes Washington’s policy, Beijing may be left in an increasingly ‘complex and volatile’ world, Ni Feng says
· Orange Wang
Social Welfare | South China Morning Post
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.
Royal ‘B’ emerge U-13 Div. II Cricket champs - DailyNews
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.
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‘Opposition ready to support Govt’s education reforms if properly implemented’ - DailyNews
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.
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Nisalitha scores second ton for Dharmapala - DailyNews
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.
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Student removed from Jaffna University Medical Faculty for providing false grades - DailyNews
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.
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Education reforms, democratic responsibility, and the making of a thinking citizen - DailyNews
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. However, it is a…
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‘AIA Divimagata Piyapath, Senehase Gamana’ support children’s education affected by Cyclone Ditwah - DailyNews
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.
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Wickramashila National School, Giriulla beat Devapathiraja - DailyNews
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.
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People’s Bank presents gifts to children on First Day of School - DailyNews
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 wi…
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AI mental health app helps Hong Kong students accentuate the positive
EmoCare, powered by artificial intelligence, began trial run last month, serving around 700 primary, secondary and university students
· William Yiu
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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.
· RT
WTISD-HK 2026 Student Proposal Competition and ICT Open Day have opened for enrolment
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 ent…
· Young Post
Hong Kong lawmakers urge review of seat belt policy on buses amid complaints
Legislator Ben Chan says some operators could consider switching to lap belts to make it easier for passengers to alight
· Jess Ma
China needs silver and young spenders, plus policy support, for growth: HSBC
Longest Lunar New Year holiday ever will provide a tailwind, but growth could falter without more supportive measures, analysts say
· Zhu Wenqian
Who is afraid of Martin Wickramasinghe? - DailyNews
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 t…
· Gayan Abeykoon
‘Bitter fruits’: why the Philippines faces a 10-year climb to fix its schools
Its ‘historic’ US$23 billion education budget might not be enough to close long-standing gaps, experts say
· Sam Beltran
Swire Properties bullish on mainland retail despite slowing market
Foot traffic and sales have been rising across Swire’s mainland portfolio, lifted by Gen Z shoppers, holiday spending and policy support
· Zhu Wenqian
National imperative for Sri Lanka’s future - DailyNews
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…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Ananda emerge champions of Col Olcott Memorial school tourney - DailyNews
The runner up Maliyadeva College cricket team.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Ven. Pallegama Vijitha Thera to host 14th ‘Sathkaraya’ gift presentation tomorrow - DailyNews
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.
· Gayan Abeykoon
AIS rower Sonal wins double gold in Sydney - DailyNews
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.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Bangladesh’s student leaders ‘sidelined’ by Islamist allies in poll pact - DailyNews
Bangladesh’s student leaders, one of the main driving forces behind the mass protests that brought down former prime minister Sheikh Hasina in 2024, now face an uncertain political future.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Sumangalian Neksha hits unbeaten double ton - DailyNews
Sri Sumangala College Panadura beat St. Sylvester’s College Kandy by innings and 72 runs in their under 19 two-day inter schools cricket match conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with the sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.
· Gayan Abeykoon
How Africa nations are changing the future of learning
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People Artists rethinking form, meaning at Art Fair Philippines 2026 Arts & Culture 2026 National Arts Month is all about collaboration among different art forms Jan 25, 2026 11:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Arts & Culture View art after the bell rings at these 5 galleri…
‘Resilience’ is Indonesia’s new foreign policy buzzword, but is it just rhetoric?
Analysts warn the vague concept lacks a long-term strategy and risks Jakarta drifting from its non-aligned values into transactional deals
· Resty Woro Yuniar
Editorial | Hong Kong needs a centralised AI curriculum for its students
The city has proactively adopted artificial intelligence in the school system, but courses still fall short on guiding proper use
· SCMP Editorial
My Take | Time to remove the differences in how Hong Kong treats same-sex relationships
Lack of legal recognition of ‘alternative relationships’ in most areas of law and policy brings anomalies, inconsistencies and uncertainties
· Cliff Buddle
What about Taiwan? Why US foreign policy is now all about the western hemisphere
The State Department skips direct references to the island as it outlines it foreign policy direction for the next five years
· Seong Hyeon Choi
Hong Kong ‘pivotal’ to rebuilding Canada-China academic links, experts say
Hong Kong positioned as bridge for fresh collaboration between Ottawa and Beijing in higher education, engineering, research and innovation
· Connor Mycroft
AI coming to India's elementary schools
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Letters | When conflicts disrupt education, societies lose
Readers discuss education for crisis-affected children, how Donald Trump is reshaping global politics, and the truth about Europe
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On This Day | In 2016, Hong Kong shivered through coldest day in 6 decades – SCMP archive
Ten years ago, on January 24, 2016, some schools in the city were closed due to near-freezing temperatures
· SCMP
China’s Trip.com probe targets algorithms, prices after vendor anger: analysts
Regulators accuse one of the world’s biggest travel platforms of abusing market power, with analysts warning of wider industry scrutiny
· Ralph Jennings
Under-19 Two-Day : Sebastianites bounce back against Richmond Galle - DailyNews
St. Sebastian’s College Moratuwa produced a strong response to record a six-wicket victory over Richmond College Galle in their Under-19 Two-Day Inter-Schools Cricket Tournament fixture conducted by the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association, with Sri Lanka Cricket sponsorship, yesterday.
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Genesis Thought Leadership Series welcomes global expert on rainforest restoration - DailyNews
The Genesis Thought Leadership Series continues with a timely and highly relevant lecture on sustainable land use in the humid tropics, featuring Prof. Friedhelm Goeltenboth, Honorary Professor of Tropical Ecology at the University of Hohenheim, Germany, and Scientific Advisor to NatureLife-International.
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New policy provides access to students with disabilities to obtain entrance to all academic disciplines in Govt Universities - Deputy Minister Dr. Madhura Senevirathna - DailyNews
The Government has introduced a new policy with plans to provide access to students with disabilities to obtain entrance to all the academic disciplines in Government universities including medicine, Education and Higher Education Deputy Minister Dr. Madhura Senevirathna informed the Parliament.
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Universities (Amendment) Bill passed with amendments without vote - DailyNews
The Universities (Amendment) Bill was passed in Parliament with amendments, without a vote yesterday. This Bill seeks to amend the Universities Act No.16 of 1978.
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Govt should provide equal opportunities for Tamil and Sinhala language students -ITAK MP Srineshan - DailyNews
Education reforms undertaken by the Government should provide equal opportunities for Tamil and Sinhala language students, Illankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) MP Gnanamuththu Srineshan said in Parliament.
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Vivekananda College, Colombo to mark centenary with postage stamp and first day cover in March - DailyNews
A series of programmes, including the issuance of a new postage stamp and a first day cover, has been organised to mark the centenary of Vivekananda College, Colombo. The event will take place on March 24. Established on March 24, 1926, Vivekananda College was the first Tamil-medium school in Colombo.
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Education : l’Afrique redéfinit l’avenir de l’apprentissage
Le 24 janvier est célébrée la Journée internationale de l’éducation. Proclamée par l'Onu pour souligner le rôle crucial de l'éducation dans la paix, chaque année, cette journée nous rappelle à quel point l’apprentissage peut transformer des vies — et partout en Afrique, cette force est visible.
· Deutsche Welle
Complaint Accuses Trump’s Criminal Attorney of “Blatant” Crypto Conflict in His Role at DOJ
An ethics watchdog group filed a complaint Thursday seeking an investigation into whether President Donald Trump’s criminal defense attorney — now the No. 2 at the Justice Department — broke federal conflict-of-interest law when he issued a new prosecution policy that benefits the cryptocurrency industry.
· Corey G. Johnson
Israel to empty Gaza of Palestinians with ‘more out than in’ policy: sources
As the Rafah crossing reopens next week, sources say Israel aims for a net outflow of Palestinians by blocking returns, raising fears of forced exile
· Reuters
TikTok US joint venture seen resembling Apple’s China iCloud deal
ByteDance retains algorithms and intellectual property rights and remains the largest single shareholder of the new joint venture
· Coco Feng