[2026-02-20 15:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Celebrities

Snippet: 'Eric Dane passed on Thursday afternoon following a courageous battle with ALS,' his family says in a statement

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/celebrities/

[2026-02-20 14:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Arts & Culture

Snippet: Nasa Google Play at Apple App Store ang mobile na Diksiyonaryo ng Wikang Filipino — o "KWF Diksi" for short. Libre itong maida-download.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/life-and-style/arts-culture/

[2026-02-20 14:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane dies at 53 after ALS diagnosis - DailyNews

Snippet: Eric Dane, the actor best know for his roles on Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, has died less than a year after revealing he had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He was 53.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/breaking-news/954951/greys-anatomy-star-eric-dane-dies-at-53-after-als-diagnosis/

[2026-02-20 14:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Letters | An orderly Hong Kong can remain open and outward-looking

Snippet: Readers discuss Western media reactions to the Jimmy Lai case sentencing, the city’s roads, and the need for public bodies to do more to protect residents’ interests

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3343997/orderly-hong-kong-can-remain-open-and-outward-looking

[2026-02-20 13:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Destinations

Snippet: Female guides and entrepreneurs are helping to lead a tourism revival

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/life-arts/life/destinations

[2026-02-20 13:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Slide 1 of 3Eric Dane The star of some of the most successful TV series of the past 20 years has died aged 53 of ALS.He was best known for his role as Dr Mark Sloan in the long-running medical drama Grey's Anatomy.He is survived by his wife, actor Rebecca Gayheart, and their two teen daughters.

Snippet: Eric Dane on the red carpet for Euphoria in 2020. (Reuters: Mario Anzuoni)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-20/eric-dane-star-of-greys-anatomy-and-euphoria-dies/106188556

[2026-02-20 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Tito Sotto

Snippet: Vicente “Tito” Castelo Sotto III is a politician, actor, and composer. He was president of the Senate of the Philippines from 2018 to 2022.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/tito-sotto/

[2026-02-20 12:50 UTC+10:00] [Australian theatre] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Art review – Richard Roxburgh comedy delivers on laughs but not much more

Snippet: Roslyn Packer Theatre, SydneyArt feints at depth only to recoil from it, as if terrified a moment of genuine feeling might bore us

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2026/feb/20/art-review-richard-roxburgh-comedy-delivers-on-laughs-but-not-much-more

[2026-02-20 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China ‘history fangirls’ visit mausoleums, write books, spark heritage tour boost

Snippet: Devotees of historical figures make pilgrimages to ancient sites to pay tribute, but concerns mount over environmental pollution

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3342507/china-history-fangirls-visit-mausoleums-write-books-marking-rapid-growth-heritage-tourism

[2026-02-20 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: What’s at stake for Hong Kong as reflected in budget 2026-27?Analysts are upbeat amid city’s booming IPO sector and thriving financial market, but warn of geopolitical headwinds.

Snippet: Analysts are upbeat amid city’s booming IPO sector and thriving financial market, but warn of geopolitical headwinds

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3344041/hong-kong-budget-2026-27-beyond-balancing-books-whats-stake

[2026-02-20 11:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: N. Korea opens once-in-5-years party conclave

Snippet: North Korea has kicked off a rare gathering of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea, state media said Friday, marking the start of the country's biggest political event in five years that would set major policy directions on defense and the economy.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10678829

[2026-02-20 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Dialog recognised Sri Lanka’s Top 10 Employers at EFC National Best Employer Awards 2025 - DailyNews

Snippet: Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has been recognised among Sri Lanka’s Top 10 Employers at the Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC) National Best Employer Awards 2025, reflecting the company’s sustained focus on building a workplace culture that supports long-term growth, inclusion, and performance.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/business/954590/dialog-recognised-sri-lankas-top-10-employers-at-efc-national-best-employer-awards-2025/

[2026-02-20 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: State Visual Arts Fest Photo Exhibition highlights environment - DailyNews

Snippet: The State Visual Arts Festival Photo Exhibition took place at the Lionel Wendt Arts Centre from February 17-19, presenting a cross-section of contemporary Sri Lankan photographic work.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/local/954755/state-visual-arts-fest-photo-exhibition-highlights-environment/

[2026-02-20 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 19.02.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/business/954608/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-19-02-2026/

[2026-02-20 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 19/02/2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/business/954611/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-19-02-2026/

[2026-02-20 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Exchange Rates ( Date 19.02.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/business/954605/exchange-rates-date-19-02-2026/

[2026-02-20 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Cartoon of the day - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/cartoon/954657/cartoon-of-the-day-812/

[2026-02-20 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Topic:Music

Snippet: A one-year trial will see the number of concerts at Brisbane's Lang Park almost double from 12 to 21 per year.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/topic/music

[2026-02-20 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: ABC News

Title: Three generations of Indigenous women explore sisterhood in Black Light

Snippet: Sisters Rachael (left) and Lisa Maza play on-stage siblings in the world premiere of Black Light. (Supplied: Malthouse/Nicole Reed)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-20/lisa-rachael-maza-sisters-black-light-malthouse-theatre/106357630

[2026-02-20 04:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: VOA Africa

Title: Two Minute Newscast

Snippet: No media source currently available

Read full article: https://www.voanews.com/a/8110977.html

[2026-02-20 03:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Korea: Traditionelles Ringen vor dem Aus?

Snippet: Ssireum ist eine traditionelle südkoreanische Art des Ringens; ausgesprochen wird es wie englisch: "see room". Seine Blütezeit lag in den 1980er bis 1990er Jahren. Es gab bis zu acht professionelle Teams in Südkorea - die besten Ringer wurden zu Stars. Heute ringt der traditionsreiche Sport um Aufmerksamkeit in der koreanischen Gesellschaft und gerät durch sinkende Budgets weiter unter Druck.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/de/korea-traditionelles-ringen-vor-dem-aus/g-76018575

[2026-02-20 02:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Ono Academic College unveils International Law Program bridging Israeli and US legal systems

Snippet: ‘I fell in love with the law studying at Ono Academic College,” says Dr. Yehonatan Shiman, the recently appointed head of the new International Law Program at Ono’s International School, scheduled to open this November.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/culture/article-887270

[2026-02-20 02:05 UTC+10:00] [Classical music] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Johann Ludwig Bach: The Leipzig Cantatas album review – this distant cousin’s music is a remarkable discovery

Snippet: Capella Sollertia/Soller (Ricercar)This is the premiere recording of sacred cantatas by JL Bach: works preserved due to his distant cousin, JS Bach, copying them for performance. Conductor Johanna Soller brings them to sensitive and vivid life

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/feb/19/johann-ludwig-bach-the-leipzig-cantatas-album-review-this-distant-cousins-music-is-a-remarkable-discovery

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

Source: VOA Africa

Title: Two Minute Newscast

Snippet: No media source currently available

Read full article: https://www.voanews.com/a/8110958.html

[2026-02-20 01:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Scandalul Epstein: Fostul prinţ Andrew a fost arestat

Snippet: Poliţia britanică l-a arestat potrivit mass media pe Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor în contextul legăturilor sale cu infractorul sexual condamnat Jeffrey Epstein.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ro/scandalul-epstein-fostul-prin%C5%A3-andrew-a-fost-arestat/a-76042348

[2026-02-20 01:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Local Spain

Title: Why conservatives in Spain are ditching the centre right for the far right

Snippet: The quiet migration of voters on the Spanish right is getting little media attention but could reshape the future of Spain, new data suggests. What is convincing longstanding PP voters to shift further right?

Read full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20260219/why-conservatives-in-spain-are-ditching-the-centre-right-for-far-right

[2026-02-20 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Books] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Bird Deity by John Morrissey review – darkly satirical science fiction about the cost of empire

Snippet: In his debut novel, the Kalkadoon writer uses the cosmic distance of an alien planet to illuminate our own

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/feb/20/bird-deity-john-morrissey-book-review

[2026-02-20 00:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Duran

Title: US and Iran prepare for war as talks continue (Live)

Snippet: Zaluzhny blames Zelensky. German Media Nord Stream report claims CIA and Zaluzhny knew

Read full article: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-duran/episodes/US-and-Iran-prepare-for-war-as-talks-continue-Live-e3faekd

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s tech giants report huge gains from Spring Festival marketing blitz

Snippet: ByteDance’s viral video generation model Seedance 2.0 was closely integrated with the Spring Festival gala’s programming on Monday night

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3344017/chinas-tech-giants-report-huge-gains-spring-festival-marketing-blitz

[2026-02-19 23:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: No proof of any Singaporean fighting for Israel in Gaza, government says

Snippet: Two Singapore passport holders were among the close to 200 Southeast Asians who fought for Israel, according to two media reports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3344032/no-proof-any-singaporean-fighting-israel-gaza-government-says

[2026-02-19 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Rappler Live Jam: LEYO

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/live-jam/music-sessions-leyo-february-2026/

[2026-02-19 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Live Jam

Snippet: Don't miss LEYO perform his hits at the Rappler HQ!

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/live-jam/

[2026-02-19 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: At Hollywood’s other awards show, background actors get their own red carpet

Snippet: Long overlooked, film extras enjoy their moment at the 8th Annual Los Angeles Union Background Actors Awards

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343963/hollywoods-blurry-awards-honour-background-actors-they-battle-ai-and-invisibility

[2026-02-19 21:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: churches in the Philippines

Snippet: Visayas People Power at 40: The Carmelite Monastery and its fearless sisters Philippine News People Power at 40: The secret resistance in Silliman University’s Catacombs Feb 19, 2026 6:49 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Arts & Culture From destruction to devotion: Albay churches made from Mayon Volcano’s lava blocks Jan 16, 2026 9:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Editorials [EDITORIAL] Father Flavie: When compassion

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/churches-in-the-philippines/

[2026-02-19 21:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Daily News

Title: NYC Mayor Mamdani wins Lankan hearts with ‘Doosra’ remark in viral street chat - DailyNews

Snippet: New York City’s 112th Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has become an overnight sensation across Sri Lankan social media following a light-hearted street-side encounter with New York-based Sri Lankan comedian Shenuque Tissera.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/breaking-news/954373/nyc-mayor-mamdani-wins-lankan-hearts-with-doosra-remark-in-viral-street-chat/

[2026-02-19 21:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Ramadan cultural activities in Abu Dhabi museums, from poetry to stargazing

Snippet: Ramadan in the UAE extends beyond worship into a season of shared cultural experiences, with museums and heritage institutions shaping programmes that invite visitors to gather after sunset and engage with tradition. Across Abu Dhabi, this year’s events and activities bring together music, poetry, craft workshops and performances that reflect the spirit of the holy month while highlighting the country’s cultural identity.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/2026/02/19/ramadan-cultural-activities-in-abu-dhabi-museums-from-poetry-to-stargazing/

[2026-02-19 20:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Gabonese opposition and businesses angry about social media ban

Snippet: Opposition politicians and businesses in Gabon have reacted with anger to a decision to suspend some social media platforms.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/02/19/gabonese-opposition-and-businesses-angry-about-social-media-ban/

[2026-02-19 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Qatar is making a bold new cultural play, from Art Basel to museums

Snippet: All eyes are on the growing cultural scene in the Middle East, thanks in no small part to the inaugural Art Basel Qatar, held in Doha

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3343686/doha-middle-easts-next-art-hub-city-aims-high-art-basel-qatar-new-museums

[2026-02-19 20:00 UTC+10:00] [Books] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Trip to the Moon by John Yorke review – a storytelling handbook in dire need of an edit

Snippet: A producer shares his tips for tight storylines, but they’re marred by verbal incontinence and hyperbole

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/feb/19/trip-to-the-moon-by-john-yorke-review-a-storytelling-handbook-in-dire-need-of-an-edit

[2026-02-19 19:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Zuckerberg verteidigt Meta im Prozess um Suchtpotenzial

Snippet: Im möglicherweise richtungsweisenden Prozess in den USA zum Suchtpotenzial sozialer Medien hat Facebook-Gründer Mark Zuckerberg die Geschäftspraktiken seines Unternehmens Meta verteidigt. Vor Gericht musste er sich insbesondere Fragen zur Maximierung der Nutzungsdauer stellen. Interne Unterlagen hatten sogenannte "Meilensteine" ausgewiesen, nach denen die tägliche Verweildauer bis 2026 auf 46 Minuten steigen sollte.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/de/mark-zuckerberg-verteidigt-meta-im-prozess-um-suchtpotenzial-youtube-social-media/a-76030234

[2026-02-19 19:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: ‘Holding hands’: How Nigeria turned Trump’s threats to military partnership

Snippet: In early November, a social media post by United States President Donald Trump set off alarm bells across Nigeria. The US “Department of War”, he said, was preparing to go into the West African country “guns-a-blazing” over what he claimed was the killing of Christians in Nigeria.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/19/from-us-threats-to-holding-hands-did-nigeria-disarm-trump-on-security

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Reversed parenting’: China couples copy kids, throw tantrums to promote equal talk

Snippet: Millennial parents turn to role reversal and facing the consequences methods to instil sense of self-responsibility in their children

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3342497/reversed-parenting-china-couples-imitate-their-kids-throw-tantrums-promote-equal-talk

[2026-02-19 17:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Zuckerberg grilled in landmark social media trial over teen mental health - DailyNews

Snippet: The Meta CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, testified at a landmark trial of social media companies on Wednesday. Plaintiffs’ lawyers grilled Zuckerberg about internal complaints that not enough was being done to verify whether children under 13 were using the platform.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/breaking-news/954326/zuckerberg-grilled-in-landmark-social-media-trial-over-teen-mental-health/

[2026-02-19 17:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Tilda Swinton i inni oskarżają Berlinale. Minister broni

Snippet: W odpowiedzi na list otwarty ok. 80 filmowców ws. konfliktu na Bliskim Wschodzie minister ds. kultury Wolfram Weimer wyraził swoje poprarcie dla organizatorów Berlinale. Berlinale nie jest organizacją pozarządową „z kamerą i reżyserem”, lecz raczej miejscem, w którym filmowcy mogą rozwijać swoje umiejętności, otwarcie dyskutować ze sobą i poruszać wszelkie kwestie – powiedział Weimer w wywiadzie dla stacji Welt TV.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/pl/tilda-swinton-i-inni-arty%C5%9Bci-oskar%C5%BCaj%C4%85-berlinale-minister-broni/a-76023124

[2026-02-19 16:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Mark Zuckerberg Bersaksi di Sidang Dugaan Kecanduan Medsos

Snippet: CEO Meta, Mark Zuckerberg, hadir di pengadilan Los Angeles pada Rabu (18/02) untuk memberikan kesaksian dalam persidangan terkait dampak berbahaya media sosial terhadap anak-anak yang membuat perusahaan miliknya menjadi sorotan.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/id/mark-zuckerberg-sidang/a-76029504

[2026-02-19 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: VOA Africa

Title: Two Minute Newscast

Snippet: No media source currently available

Read full article: https://www.voanews.com/a/8110890.html

[2026-02-19 15:38 UTC+10:00] [Culture / Live reviews] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Age

Title: This laugh-out-loud 90-minute play is the perfect antidote to your problems

Snippet: THEATREArtRoslyn Packer Theatre, February 19Until March 8Reviewed by JOHN SHAND★★★★

Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/culture/live-reviews/dancing-like-nobody-s-watching-in-front-of-16-000-people-20260219-p5o3lz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-02-19 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | A New Dawn: climate crisis meets fireworks in confusing Japanese anime

Snippet: Yoshitoshi Shinomiya’s beautiful debut feature is sure to excite fans of Studio Ghibli’s Hayao Miyazaki, even if a muddled plot lets it down

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343958/berlin-2026-new-dawn-movie-review-climate-crisis-meets-fireworks-confusing-anime

[2026-02-19 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Guangdong drivers are celebrating Lunar New Year in Hong Kong

Snippet: ‘I’m a fan of Hong Kong’s car culture, so I wanted to see how local owners modify their vehicles and chat with them about cars,’ one visitor says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343960/how-guangdong-drivers-are-celebrating-lunar-new-year-hong-kong

[2026-02-19 14:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Film Horor Indonesia Refleksikan Masalah Global di Berlinale

Snippet: Jika mengetik kata kunci "Indonesia" pada laman program situs Berlinale tahun ini, mungkin terlintas pertanyaan, "Mengapa semua film Indonesia yang lolos didominasi genre horor?" Jika bukan pecinta genre horor, mungkin pengunjung akan berpikir dua kali untuk membeli tiket.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/id/film-horor-indonesia-refleksikan-masalah-global-di-berlinale/a-76022652