[2025-12-31 17:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Muslim businesses in China target Malaysia as global halal gateway

Snippet: The growing presence of China’s Muslim entrepreneurs at a festival in Kuala Lumpur reflects their trust in Malaysia’s strong halal standards

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3338263/muslim-businesses-china-target-malaysia-global-halal-gateway

[2025-12-31 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Cycle of goodwill’: Chinese ex-soldier saves woman from river where he was once rescued

Snippet: ‘Superhero’ dad with bleeding feet drags drowning elderly woman to safety; tells her grateful, tearful daughter of amazing coincidence

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3337335/cycle-goodwill-ex-china-soldier-saves-woman-river-where-he-was-rescued-decades-ago

[2025-12-31 13:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India overtakes Japan as fourth largest economy - report - DailyNews

Snippet: India has surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, according to calculations in the Indian government’s end-of-year economic review.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/31/breaking-news/924956/india-overtakes-japan-as-fourth-largest-economy-report/

[2025-12-31 13:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Insider’s guide to Perth, from sun-kissed beaches to local fine wines

Snippet: Most of the action in one of the world’s most remote major cities is to be found in the suburbs – but don’t forget your swimsuit for the beautiful beaches

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/travel/article/3337574/insiders-guide-perth-sun-kissed-beaches-and-local-wines-indigenous-art

[2025-12-31 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China mum jailed for accidentally killing daughter by pressing her chest in ‘exorcism’

Snippet: Superstitious mother who believed in telepathy pours water down girl’s throat to induce vomiting, expel demons

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3337281/china-mum-jailed-accidentally-killing-daughter-during-exorcism-pressing-chest

[2025-12-31 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The Chinese cowboys challenging narratives of the American Old West

Snippet: Whether through art or immersion in the rancher lifestyle, these Asian men are redefining what it means to be a cowboy in the American West

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3338014/chinese-cowboys-challenging-american-old-west-narratives-through-art-and-self-discovery

[2025-12-31 08:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Syria imposes curfew in port city after sectarian violence

Snippet: Security forces in Syria imposed a curfew on Latakia city, a bastion of the country's Alawite community on its coastline in the west, state media reported on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/syria-curfew-latakia-alawites/a-75345475

[2025-12-31 07:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Duran

Title: END of Ukraine resistance in Donbass and Zaporozhye

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/END-of-Ukraine-resistance-in-Donbass-and-Zaporozhye-e3d066j

[2025-12-31 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Chinese PLA Eastern Theatre Command ‘live fire training’ achieves desired effects - DailyNews

Snippet: The ground forces of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theatre Command organised live fire training, while conducting long-range joint strike with units of the Navy, Air Force and Rocket Force in the waters to the south of Taiwan Island at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, said a military spokesperson.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/31/world/924725/chinese-pla-eastern-theatre-command-live-fire-training-achieves-desired-effects/

[2025-12-31 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Four automatic clearance gates at BIA departure terminal soon - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday (30) approved the installation of four automatic passenger clearance gates at the departure terminal of Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in 2026, with the aim of further improving the efficiency and accuracy of passenger processing, Cabinet Spokesman Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/31/local/924870/four-automatic-clearance-gates-at-bia-departure-terminal-soon/

[2025-12-31 06:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Industrial Transformation and Innovation Authority proposed - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved further action to establish the Sri Lanka Industrial Transformation and Innovation Authority, in line with a draft concept framework presented by the Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Minister, Cabinet Spokesman, Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/31/breaking-news/924885/industrial-transformation-and-innovation-authority-proposed/

[2025-12-31 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 2025 in retrospect - DailyNews

Snippet: December 31 draws 2025 to a close at a symbolic moment. It marks the completion of the first quarter of the millennium. The year unfolded amid political shifts, economic pressures, and social change, alongside moments of achievement and loss at home. It was a year marked by an unusual number of deaths in the arts, claiming towering figures such as Screen Queen Malini Fonseka, Song Queen Latha Walpola, and many other respected voices who shaped the country’s cultural life.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/31/general-opinion/924689/2025-in-retrospect/

[2025-12-31 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 30.12.2025 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/31/business/924525/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-30-12-2025/

[2025-12-31 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 30.12.2025 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/31/business/924522/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-30-12-2025/

[2025-12-31 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Exchange Rates ( Date 30.12.2025 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/31/business/924545/exchange-rates-date-30-12-2025/

[2025-12-31 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/2025/12/31/cartoon/924686/cartoon-of-the-day-771/

[2025-12-31 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Colombo Municipal Council Budget is a people-centred Budget- Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Minister of Health and Mass Media Nalinda Jayatissa said the Colombo Municipal Council Budget is a people-centred Budget and that its approval is the most important step that can be taken in the interest of the people of Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/31/local/924815/colombo-municipal-council-budget-is-a-people-centred-budget-minister/

[2025-12-31 05:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Michael West Media

Title: Is Albo's 'Richardson Review' into Bondi independent or for a roving insider? - Michael West

Snippet: Don't pay so you can read it. Pay so everyone can!

Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/albanese-richardson-bondi-appointment-independent-or-insider/

[2025-12-31 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | Back to the Past: Louis Koo, Raymond Lam lead nostalgic film sequel

Snippet: This big-budget sci-fi fantasy may be an emotional watch for fans of the 2001 Hong Kong show A Step into the Past, even if it falls short

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3338164/back-past-movie-review-louis-koo-raymond-lam-lead-nostalgic-sequel-tvb-series

[2025-12-31 02:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Zmarła Brigitte Bardot, legenda kina XX wieku

Snippet: W 2022 roku platforma streamingowa Netflix ogłosiła, że powstanie produkcja o życiu Brigitte Bardot, ale nie jeden film, tylko kosztowny serial biograficzny. Rok później ukazał się miniserial o prostym tytule „Bardot”, będący hołdem dla ikony francuskiego kina i jednej z najbardziej znanych Francuzek. Przez całe życie „BB” była uważana za feministkę, a jednocześnie femme fatale.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/pl/zmar%C5%82a-brigitte-bardot-legenda-kina-xx-wieku/a-75322038

[2025-12-31 01:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Kidlat Tahimik and Dengcoy Miel reimagine a hero that we deserve

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/life-and-style/arts-culture/kidlat-tahimik-dengcoy-miel-jose-rizal-exhibits/

[2025-12-31 01:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: exhibits

Snippet: People Tacloban artist brings resilience and culture to Beijing Art Biennale Arts & Culture Kidlat Tahimik and Dengcoy Miel reimagine a hero that we deserve Dec 30, 2025 10:22 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Arts & Culture View art after the bell rings at these 5 galleries, museums in universities Dec 6, 2025 9:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Bulletin Board Alex Villaluz’s ‘Resonance’

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/exhibits/

[2025-12-31 01:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Filipino painters

Snippet: People Artists rethinking form, meaning at Art Fair Philippines 2026 Arts & Culture Kidlat Tahimik and Dengcoy Miel reimagine a hero that we deserve Dec 30, 2025 10:22 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Arts & Culture Renowned painter Araceli Limcaco-Dans dies at 94 May 21, 2024 9:08 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Arts & Culture Guy Custodio, Jea Mina: Painters of contrasting themes, generations

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/filipino-painters/

[2025-12-30 22:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: India overtakes Japan as 4th-largest economy, report says

Snippet: India has surpassed Japan to become the world's fourth-largest economy, according to calculations in the Indian government's end-of-year economic review.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/india-overtakes-japan-as-4th-largest-economy-report-says/a-75341063

[2025-12-30 22:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong set to unveil bottled water probe results, take disciplinary action

Snippet: Financial Services and Treasury Bureau says review of government’s procurement system and related disciplinary investigation is concluded

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3338190/hong-kong-set-unveil-results-disciplinary-action-after-bottled-water-probe

[2025-12-30 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 7 successful people born in the Year of the Horse, from Ang Lee to Lu Han

Snippet: Horses are considered to be energetic, capable and driven to succeed. Here are 7 famous, successful Horses who epitomise those characteristics

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3338088/7-successful-people-born-year-horse-jackie-chan-ang-lee-and-lu-han

[2025-12-30 21:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Dragon-elephant tango stops the music on the Quad - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2025/12/dragon-elephant-tango-stops-the-music-on-the-quad/

[2025-12-30 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China undertaker criticised for disrespecting the dead for wearing make-up at work

Snippet: Embalmer who looks like famous singer talks to dead bodies as she works on them; she says it gives them comfort on their journey to afterlife

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3337296/china-woman-undertaker-criticised-disrespecting-dead-wearing-make-work

[2025-12-30 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong painter’s bedroom music-inspired show is ‘a self-healing journal’

Snippet: In ‘Bedroom Paintings’ at Blindspot Gallery, Un Cheng’s 21 hazy works draw on self-discoveries the artist made on a recent trip to Europe

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3338098/why-hong-kong-artists-bedroom-music-inspired-solo-exhibition-about-self-healing

[2025-12-30 19:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: German minister sees 'merit' to social media ban for teens

Snippet: With Australia's social media ban for teenagers coming into effect this month, German Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger signaled he was opened to a similar move in the EU country.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/german-minister-sees-merit-to-social-media-ban-for-teens/a-75308862

[2025-12-30 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The 12 best Asian films of 2025: Ne Zha 2, Kokuho and more

Snippet: Our pick of the best Asian films of the past year includes a record-breaking animation and a movie that is nothing short of breathtaking

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3337826/12-best-asian-films-2025-ranked-ne-zha-2-no-other-choice-and-kokuho

[2025-12-30 17:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Legendary Indian Artiste Prabhudeva arrives in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: SriLankan Airlines proudly welcomed the acclaimed Indian film director, actor, dancer, and choreographer, Prabhudeva, on board a flight from Chennai to Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/30/local/924309/legendary-indian-artiste-prabhudeva-arrives-in-sri-lanka/

[2025-12-30 17:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: New Media Spokesperson of the Air Force appointed - DailyNews

Snippet: Group Captain Nalin Wewakumbura has officially assumed duties as the new Media Spokesperson of the Sri Lanka Air Force, effective from December 26, 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/30/local/924293/nalin-wewakumbura-appointed-new-media-spokesperson-of-air-force/

[2025-12-30 17:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Bendera Bulan Bintang saat Konvoi di Aceh Tuai Sorotan

Snippet: Pembubaran konvoi pembawa bendera bulan bintang di Lhokseumawe, Aceh, ramai diperbincangkan di media sosial. Sorotan muncul lantaran beredar narasi adanya kericuhan dan dugaan pemukulan oleh oknum TNI terhadap salah satu massa.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/id/bendera-bulan-bintang-saat-konvoi-di-aceh-tuai-sorotan/a-75337794

[2025-12-30 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As Trump taps coal to power AI, China moves on to clothe the world with it

Snippet: A once-struggling Chinese coal city turns the traditional fossil fuel into nylon, manufacturing popular fashion from sportswear to lingerie

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3337784/trump-brings-back-coal-power-ai-china-moves-clothe-world-it

[2025-12-30 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China worker paints digger in pink Hello Kitty style ‘to satisfy girlish heart’

Snippet: Woman dubbed ‘Excavator Empress’ says garish construction vehicle takes monotony out of ‘extremely boring’ job; brings ‘romance’ to work

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3337284/china-excavator-driver-paints-digger-pink-hello-kitty-style-satisfy-girlish-heart

[2025-12-30 16:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Cyclone Ditwah inflicts Rs. 21 bn loss on Sri Lanka’s health sector - DailyNews

Snippet: Cyclone Ditwah has caused significant damage to Sri Lanka’s health sector, resulting in an estimated loss of Rs. 21 billion, Health and Mass Media Minister Nalinda Jayatissa stated.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/30/local/924234/cyclone-ditwah-inflicts-rs-21-bn-loss-on-sri-lankas-health-sector/

[2025-12-30 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: A year of farewells: Remembering the local, international stars we lost in 2025

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/entertainment/celebrities/remembering-local-international-stars-died-2025/

[2025-12-30 15:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Actor Idris Elba, ice legends Torvill and Dean recognised in UK honours

Snippet: New Year UK honours are awarded for contributions in areas such as government, academia, the arts and sports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3338105/actor-idris-elba-ice-legends-torvill-and-dean-among-hundreds-recognised-uk-honours

[2025-12-30 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Hong Kong’s Asia Art Archive has grown over its 25-year history

Snippet: As Hong Kong’s Asia Art Archive turns 25, we talk to its executive director Özge Ersoy about managing the institution’s 150,000 plus artefacts

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3337976/rise-hong-kongs-asia-art-archive-and-coming-digitisation-its-artefacts

[2025-12-30 14:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Police Media Division wins Best Public Communication Award - DailyNews

Snippet: The People’s Excellency Awards 2025, organized by Iconic Award, a recognized private institution renowned for its standardized evaluation framework in Sri Lanka, was held in a grand ceremony on Monday (29) at the Waters Edge Hotel, Battaramulla.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/30/local/924161/police-media-division-wins-best-public-communication-award/

[2025-12-30 14:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong coach deletes social media posts that criticised city’s football bosses

Snippet: Women’s head coach Ricardo Rambo has scrubbed accounts of posts railing against ‘disgusting’ treatment of his players

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3338092/hong-kong-coach-rambo-deletes-social-media-posts-criticised-citys-football-bosses

[2025-12-30 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How illegal firecrackers ignite a dangerous Philippine new year tradition

Snippet: Despite decades of regulation, warnings and police raids, Filipinos continue to welcome the new year with explosive celebrations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3338063/why-filipinos-risk-injury-and-death-ring-new-year-dangerous-fireworks

[2025-12-30 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Down-ranking polarizing content lowers emotional temperature on social media – research

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/features/down-ranking-polarizing-content-lower-emotional-temperature-social-media/

[2025-12-30 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China food delivery platform names Jay Chou as brand ambassador, backed by lookalikes

Snippet: Group of imitators including a wedding singer and pancake vendor strike internet gold by donning delivery driver uniforms; get 140 million likes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3337307/china-food-delivery-platform-names-jay-chou-brand-ambassador-supported-lookalikes

[2025-12-30 11:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: PLA fires rockets near Taiwan on second day of Beijing’s drills around island

Snippet: Coastguard releases poster depicting blockade as Eastern Theatre Command conducts live-fire exercises to north and south of island

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3338084/pla-begins-second-day-exercises-around-taiwan

[2025-12-30 07:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Po raz pierwszy razem: gwiazdy sztuki i popkultury

Snippet: Ekspozycja „Love You For Infinity” w Sprengel Museum w Hanowerze jest pierwszym w historii projektem, który zestawia ich twórczość w jednej narracji. I już sam ten fakt sprawia, że jest ona wydarzeniem o randze międzynarodowej, łączącym malarstwo, rzeźbę, instalacje i film.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/pl/po-raz-pierwszy-razem-gwiazdy-sztuki-i-popkultury/a-75316483

[2025-12-30 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: AURA XIV talent at College of Chemical Sciences - DailyNews

Snippet: AURA XIV, the annual talent showcase celebrating the creativity and artistic brilliance of the talented chemists of the College of Chemical Sciences (CCS), Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, was held in grand style at the Malalasekara Theatre Hall on December 21.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/30/business/923672/aura-xiv-talent-at-college-of-chemical-sciences/

[2025-12-30 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘Atlas Paatalowak Dinana Hetak’ Art Competition concludes - DailyNews

Snippet: Atlas, one of Sri Lanka’s leading learning brand, reaffirmed its purpose of making learning fun and enjoyable through the Atlas All-Island Art Competition 2025, which concluded with a ceremony held recently at Arcade Independence Square under the theme ‘Atlas Paatalowak Dinana Hetak’.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/30/business/923711/atlas-paatalowak-dinana-hetak-art-competition-concludes/

[2025-12-30 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SL Ayurvedic Drugs Corporation to launch seven new products - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Ayurvedic Drugs Corporation (SLADC) will launch seven new products on Tuesday. This will take place at the Nawinna Ayurvedic Drugs Corporation Auditorium under the patronage of the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/30/local/924111/sl-ayurvedic-drugs-corporation-to-launch-seven-new-products/