[2026-01-27 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The 10 most successful Korean art-house films of all time

Snippet: As Yoon Ga-eun’s The World of Love hits Hong Kong cinemas, we look at Korean indie films that conquered the box office as well as festivals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/k-drama/k-movies/article/3341326/10-most-successful-korean-art-house-films-all-time-including-world-love

[2026-01-27 18:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia disputes Indonesian media reports on Sabah border, says talks ongoing

Snippet: To compensate for the transfer of three Indonesian villages to Malaysia, Jakarta would receive some land, according to the media reports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3341384/malaysia-disputes-indonesian-media-reports-sabah-border-says-talks-ongoing

[2026-01-27 18:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Atzeni looks to keep the good times rolling with strong Happy Valley book

Snippet: The Sardinian jockey has a slew of big chances including Amazing Kid, Refusetobeenglish and I Can at the city circuit

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/racing/article/3341374/andrea-atzeni-looking-keep-good-times-rolling-strong-happy-valley-book

[2026-01-27 17:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Blackout w Berlinie. Milion euro nagrody za informacje

Snippet: Niemiecki rząd wyznaczył milion euro nagrody za informacje służące do ustalenia sprawców podpalenia infrastruktury energetycznej w Berlinie na początku stycznia. Informację tę, którą podał wcześniej dziennik „Bild” – potwierdziła senator ds. wewnętrznych Berlina, Iris Spranger – informują stołeczne media.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/pl/blackout-w-berlinie-milion-euro-nagrody-za-informacje/a-75666953

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Taiwan singer Jolin Tsai’s mainland concerts likened to ‘cult’ events; CCTV praises artistic merit

Snippet: Mandopop queen’s stage set said to contain ‘dark elements from Western religions’; fans liken it to Olympic Games opening ceremony

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3340659/china-concerts-taiwan-singer-jolin-tsai-likened-cult-events-cctv-praises-artistic-merit

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

Source: Rappler

Title: California Governor Gavin Newsom accuses TikTok of suppressing Trump criticism

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/social-media/gavin-newsom-accuses-tiktok-suppressing-donald-trump-criticism/

[2026-01-27 15:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: France's National Assembly approves banning under-15s from social media - DailyNews

Snippet: France’s National Assembly on Monday backed legislation to ban children under 15 years old from social media on Monday, amid growing concerns about online bullying and mental health risks.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/breaking-news/940744/frances-national-assembly-approves-banning-under-15s-from-social-media/

[2026-01-27 15:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Railways launch €1.1 million simulator-based training programme for train drivers - DailyNews

Snippet: The Department of Railways has launched a new simulator-based training programme for newly appointed train drivers, using a state-of-the-art facility established at the German Technical Training Institute in Ratmalana. The initiative marks a major step toward modernising railway training and improving operational safety.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/breaking-news/940737/railways-launch-e1-1-million-simulator-based-training-programme-for-train-drivers/

[2026-01-27 14:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Musk's X investigated by EU over Grok sexualized images after public outcry

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/social-media/grok-x-european-commission-investigation-sexualized-images/

[2026-01-27 13:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: France's lawmakers vote to ban social media for under-15s

Snippet: Lawmakers in France's National Assembly on Monday passed a bill that would ban children under 15 years old from usingsocial media.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/frances-lawmakers-vote-to-ban-social-media-for-under-15s/a-75669653

[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: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China public give US$2.3 million in days to hospital for cleft lip kids after urgent appeal

Snippet: Beijing clinic part-run by ex-actor formerly married to ‘queen of Cantopop’ stares closure in face; vows to complete surgery on children

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3340524/china-public-donate-us23-million-within-days-hospital-cleft-lip-kids-after-urgent-appeal

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

Source: The Duran

Title: US-Ukraine diplomacy time wasted, as Russia gained huge advantage

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-Ukraine-diplomacy-time-wasted--as-Russia-gained-huge-advantage-e3e7ha3

[2026-01-27 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Children’s brains are ‘not for sale’ - Macron - DailyNews

Snippet: France is moving toward banning social media for children under 15, with President Emmanuel Macron urging lawmakers to rush the legislation as countries worldwide tighten controls on kids’ screen time.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/world/940370/childrens-brains-are-not-for-sale-macron/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Rocell unveils concept centre in Kandy - DailyNews

Snippet: Rocell, the pinnacle of Sri Lankan craftsmanship in surface coverings and sanitaryware, has expanded its footprint with the grand opening of a state-of-the-art Concept Centre in Kandy. As the flagship brand of Royal Ceramics Lanka PLC, this new destination serves as a testament to Rocell’s unwavering commitment to design excellence.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/business/940266/rocell-unveils-concept-centre-in-kandy/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Salam Ramadan 2026 - A celebration of Sri Lankan Muslim Culture - DailyNews

Snippet: Salam Ramadan 2026, Sri Lanka’s foremost Muslim Food and Cultural festival, will be held at Green Path (Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha) on February 27 and 28, and March 01, 2026, starting from 5:00 p.m. till midnight.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/local/940585/salam-ramadan-2026-a-celebration-of-sri-lankan-muslim-culture/

[2026-01-27 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/2026/01/27/cartoon/940405/cartoon-of-the-day-793/

[2026-01-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Share Market Statistics on 26.01.2026 - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/business/940470/share-market-statistics-on-26-01-2026/

[2026-01-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut Products – Prices on 26/01/2026 - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/business/940464/coconut-products-prices-on-26-01-2026/

[2026-01-27 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: EXCHANGE RATES ON 26.01.2026 - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/27/business/940483/exchange-rates-on-26-01-2026/

[2026-01-27 05:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Carney links Trump’s 100% tariff threat to North America trade deal review

Snippet: Canada’s prime minister calls Donald Trump a ‘strong negotiator’ ahead of high-stakes USMCA talks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3341309/carney-links-trumps-new-tariff-threat-north-america-trade-deal-review

[2026-01-27 04:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | Send Help: Rachel McAdams leads bloody island survival satire

Snippet: McAdams has a ball as an office drone stranded on a desert island with her boss in this entertaining horror/black comedy from Sam Raimi

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3341198/send-help-movie-review-rachel-mcadams-leads-sam-raimis-bloody-island-survival-satire

[2026-01-27 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China close to opening US$10 billion canal linking heartlands to Southeast Asia

Snippet: The vast waterway in China’s southern Guangxi region is set to open before the end of 2026, according to state media reports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3341277/china-close-opening-us10-billion-canal-linking-heartlands-southeast-asia

[2026-01-27 00:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Breaking into Hollywood was a slog. Ally Pankiw wants to make it easier for you

Snippet: Ally Pankiw set up Breadcrumbs to give up-and-coming women directors the on-set experience needed to break into a male-dominated industry

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3340843/woman-director-fighting-gender-equality-hollywood-one-mentorship-time

[2026-01-26 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | Gezhi Town: Chinese war drama with Xiao Zhan dares to entertain

Snippet: Civilians try to fend off Japanese soldiers in this thrilling drama that focuses on character dynamics rather than patriotic grandstanding

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3341252/gezhi-town-movie-review-chinese-war-drama-xiao-zhan-dares-entertain

[2026-01-26 21:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Media freedom in the spotlight as Kuciak murder case reopens

Snippet: The trial of the alleged instigator behind the 2018 killing of Slovak investigative journalist Jan Kuciak and his fiancee, Martina Kusnirova, is set to begin in Slovakia on Monday. It's also the third time that Slovak businessman Marian Kocner, the alleged planner of the attack, will be tried in court in this case.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/media-freedom-in-the-spotlight-as-kuciak-murder-case-reopens/a-75623291

[2026-01-26 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese tech giants Tencent and Baidu join fight for Spring Festival spotlight

Snippet: The two companies launch digital red packet campaigns following tie-up moves by ByteDance and Alibaba with CCTV’s Spring Festival Gala

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3341262/chinese-tech-giants-tencent-and-baidu-join-fight-spring-festival-spotlight

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet Peter Claffey, who plays Ser Duncan on A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Snippet: Before this, the Irish ex-rugby player had a role in Small Things Like These alongside Cillian Murphy – and, yes, he’s been talking to George RR Martin

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3341235/meet-peter-claffey-aka-ser-duncan-game-thrones-spin-knight-seven-kingdoms

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Explainer | Why China Li ethnic group’s 6,000-year pottery tradition passed down exclusively to women

Snippet: Unique tradition sees pottery dried in sunlight, fired on open bonfires; male members of group banned from even looking at items

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/gender-diversity/article/3340550/why-china-li-ethnic-groups-6000-year-pottery-tradition-passed-down-exclusively-women

[2026-01-26 20:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Corruption suspect’s wheelchair court appearance sparks mockery in Malaysia

Snippet: The wife of a former army chief was seen walking before later using a wheelchair in court, prompting cynical social media commentary

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3341266/malaysian-corruption-suspects-wheelchair-court-appearance-sparks-online-ridicule

[2026-01-26 20:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka celebrates 79 Years of Cinema: Legends honoured at National Film Corporation - DailyNews

Snippet: A special ceremony commemorating 79 years of Sri Lankan talkies and the 54th anniversary of the Sri Lanka National Film Corporation (NFC) was held yesterday (21) at the NFC’s Tharangani Hall.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/22/local/938177/sri-lanka-celebrates-79-years-of-cinema-legends-honoured-at-national-film-corporation/

[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 19:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China warns against ‘do-nothing’ officials ahead of 2027 leadership reshuffle

Snippet: State media outlet urges Communist Party to be vigilant against cadres entering ‘sit around and be inactive mode’ during transition period

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3341249/china-warns-against-do-nothing-officials-ahead-2027-leadership-reshuffle

[2026-01-26 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | HK Phil brings Mahler’s Symphony No 7 to life in energetic, eerie concert

Snippet: Singaporean conductor Kahchun Wong skilfully led the rendition of Mahler’s complex work in a show brimming with soul and spooky eccentricity

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3341210/hk-phil-brings-mahlers-symphony-no-7-life-energetic-eerie-performance

[2026-01-26 18:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: farmers in the Philippines

Snippet: Human Interest Negros Occidental festival highlights youth exodus from fields Visayas 2 new SRA orders spark opposition in Negros, further threaten local sugar Jan 26, 2026 3:21 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied People Sugarlandia: Debt bondage and labor among the sacadas of Negros Occidental Dec 26, 2025 3:37 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Philippine News Negros sugar planters face bleak holidays as millgate prices

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

[2026-01-26 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China miniseries production team slammed for exposing infant to heavy rain during filming

Snippet: Boom in short-form screen productions brings exploitation of child actors who are forced to perform ‘violent’, sometimes adult, scenes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3340533/china-miniseries-production-team-slammed-exposing-infant-heavy-rain-during-filming

[2026-01-26 16:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government invites citizens to provide land for new houses for families displaced by cyclone Ditwah - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government has called on citizens to donate land for the construction of new homes for families displaced by the recent cyclone “Ditwah,” the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/local/940059/government-invites-citizens-to-provide-land-for-new-houses-for-families-displaced-by-cyclone-ditwah/

[2026-01-26 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Flower markets and other Greater Bay Area cultural events in February 2026

Snippet: Check out our list of some of the best arts and culture events in Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Macau coming up in February

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3341207/lantern-festival-flower-markets-plus-other-greater-bay-area-happenings-february-2026

[2026-01-26 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: What to know about Charli XCX’s A24 mockumentary film The Moment

Snippet: Set to release in the US on January 30, the mockumentary – also featuring Kylie Jenner in her acting debut – is about a pop star preparing for her first arena tour

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3341201/what-know-about-charli-xcxs-a24-film-moment-which-offers-peek-pop-stardom

[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 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Style Edit: Ferragamo’s Italian craft, now with Alberto Tomba’s alpine edge

Snippet: Ferragamo’s collaboration with the Italian skiing icon underscores the brand’s allegiance to discipline, performance and style that goes the distance

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3340926/style-edit-ferragamos-tramezza-artistry-meets-alberto-tombas-alpine-flair

[2026-01-26 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China woman aims to look her best as bridesmaid resorts to extreme diet, suffers prediabetes

Snippet: Slim figure seeking 26-year-old runs 10 km a day, cuts food intake, does high-intensity workouts; sheds 15kg in 2 months

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3340526/china-woman-aims-look-her-best-bridesmaid-resorts-extreme-diet-suffers-prediabetes

[2026-01-26 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Is this ‘unlucky’ chocolate mahjong set cultural appropriation?

Snippet: A Hong Kong-based chocolate company is facing criticism for its Lunar New Year set, which features a winning hand known as ‘13 Orphans’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3340985/unlucky-lunar-new-year-chocolate-mahjong-set-sign-cultural-appropriation

[2026-01-26 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Freddie, ever ready - DailyNews

Snippet: Freddie Silva was a comedian, actor, playback singer and radio artiste, widely known for elevating comedy and satire through performances. He was the undisputed comedy king of Sinhala cinema. His memorable songs such as Letchchami and Paan Kiriththa, along with film tracks including Aluth Kalawak and Pranshayen Rejinak, remain popular to this day.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/features/939733/freddie-ever-ready/

[2026-01-26 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: How perception shapes destination choice in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: In the realm of tourism, decision-making extends beyond logical analysis of budgets, logistics, or infrastructure. It is deeply influenced by perception—the subjective interpretation of stimuli shaped by personal experiences, cultural background, social media, and marketing communication. Tourists make decisions not solely based on what is real or factual but on what they perceive to be true or meaningful.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/features/939730/how-perception-shapes-destination-choice-in-sri-lanka/

[2026-01-26 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka’s first International Optometric conference begins - DailyNews

Snippet: Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, stated that millions of people suffer from preventable eye diseases and affirmed the Government’s commitment to ensuring equitable eye care for all.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/local/939874/sri-lankas-first-international-optometric-conference-begins/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: 250 Arogya Wellness Centres to be established this year – Health Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Health and Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated yesterday that 250 Arogya Wellness Centres will be established across the country this year to ensure the public can access optimal healthcare services with dignity.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/local/939585/250-arogya-wellness-centres-to-be-established-this-year-health-minister/

[2026-01-26 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/2026/01/26/cartoon/939682/cartoon-of-the-day-792/

[2026-01-26 00:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Seoul became the world’s esports capital and attracts fans from across Asia

Snippet: Tickets at venues like LCK Arena sell out fast as fans travel to South Korea’s capital to see the best play games such as League of Legends

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3340978/how-seoul-became-worlds-esports-capital-and-using-it-key-tourism-strategy