[2025-12-23 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sayuri and Malshan Best Athletes of National Youth Sports Festival - DailyNews

Snippet: Best athletes Sayuri Lakshika Mendis from Gampaha District (on right) and KA.D Malshan from Gampaha District are seen here with the Chairman of the NYSC , Director General of Youth Affairs of Sri Lanka, Attorney-at-Law Supun Wijeratne.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/23/sports/919739/sayuri-and-malshan-best-athletes-of-national-youth-sports-festival/

[2025-12-23 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Daily News

Title: EFF 5th review discussions to begin early 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: The IMF is expected to begin discussions on the fifth review of the country’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) in early 2026, IMF sources said. The IMF has taken steps to temporarily postpone the review to assist the Sri Lankan government in addressing the sudden balance of payments and fiscal pressures that have arisen following the devastating Cyclone Ditwah that hit the country on November 28.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/23/business/919993/eff-5th-review-discussions-to-begin-early-2026/

[2025-12-23 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 22.12.2025 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/23/business/920045/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-22-12-2025/

[2025-12-23 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 22.12.2025 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/23/business/920027/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-22-12-2025/

[2025-12-23 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Exchange Rates ( Date 22.12.2025 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/23/business/920042/exchange-rates-date-22-12-2025/

[2025-12-23 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: An upgrade for Customs - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Customs, which has earned a record revenue this year mainly from personal vehicle imports, has now initiated a major technological overhaul of its vehicle clearance protocols apparently to seal a loophole that previously allowed the tampering of motor vehicle data during registration. According to media reports, the move follows an inquiry by the Committee on Public Accounts (COPA), which identified that the absence of a secure computerised network between the Customs and the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT/RMV)

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/23/editorial/920075/an-upgrade-for-customs/

[2025-12-23 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Cartoon Archives - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/23/cartoon/920069/cartoon-archives-2/

[2025-12-23 05:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Bloomberg: Цены на нефть Urals из РФ упали до 34 долларов

Snippet: Цена на нефть марки Urals - российской флагманской экспортная нефти - упала до примерно 34 долларов за баррель. Это произошло на фоне санкций США, введенных против крупнейших в этом секторе компаний страны - "Роснефти" и "Лукойла". Соответствующие данные компании Argus Media агентство Bloomberg опубликовало в понедельник, 22 декабря.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/bloomberg-ceny-na-neft-urals-iz-rf-obvalilis-do-34-dollarov-izza-sankcij-ssa/a-75273181

[2025-12-23 05:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Forgotten Temples - In the Former Kingdom of Mustang

Snippet: This remote region is home to centuries‑old monasteries and temples — the bedrock of a unique Tibetan culture on Nepalese soil.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/forgotten-temples-in-the-former-kingdom-of-mustang/a-75274854

[2025-12-23 03:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Duran

Title: Macron or Merz, who will rule over Europe?

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/Macron-or-Merz--who-will-rule-over-Europe-e3cmp92

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

Source: Financial Times

Title: The chicest coffee-table books of the year

Snippet: PublishedDecember 22 2025

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/00cbb584-4d14-48fe-ac1f-f8b544a0adb0

[2025-12-22 21:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Charles Li halts Hong Kong IPO plan for Micro Connect fund under HKEX Chapter 21

Snippet: Former HKEX chief shifts to private fund model after regime fails to see a successful listing in a decade, raising call for a review

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3337357/charles-li-halts-hong-kong-ipo-plan-micro-connect-fund-under-hkex-chapter-21

[2025-12-22 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China eatery owners use cancer-hit business rival’s payment QR code for day to raise funds

Snippet: Well-liked 50-year-old who worked so hard ‘he had no time to go to the toilet’ feels love of fellow food sellers who raise US$2,900 in 24 hours

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3336588/china-eatery-owners-use-cancer-hit-business-rivals-payment-qr-code-day-raise-funds

[2025-12-22 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Artist Hung Fai brings both control and chaos to Hong Kong exhibition

Snippet: ‘A Veiled Revelation’ sees Hung Fai disrupt his previous, more calculated style to reveal a chaotic vulnerability in his newer works

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3337278/artist-hung-fai-brings-both-control-and-chaos-solo-hong-kong-exhibition

[2025-12-22 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia’s Chingay parade dazzles George Town as Unesco bid gains steam

Snippet: Once tied to Taoist deity processions, the parade has grown into one of Penang’s largest and most multicultural street festivals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3337285/malaysias-chingay-parade-dazzles-george-town-unesco-bid-singapore-gains-steam

[2025-12-22 17:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Pirate activist group scrapes Spotify library of 86 million audio files

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/pirate-activist-group-scrapes-spotify-music-library-december-2025/

[2025-12-22 17:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: data security

Snippet: Tech Features [Tech Thoughts] Mandatory social media identity verification: A shortcut open to abuse? Technology Pirate activist group scrapes Spotify library of 86 million audio files Dec 22, 2025 2:06 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Technology Austria’s top court rules Meta’s ad model illegal, orders overhaul of user data practices in EU Dec 19, 2025 2:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap Globe and

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/data-security/

[2025-12-22 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China boy addresses bullies in class meeting, earns admiration, tormentor’s apologies

Snippet: Courageous 9-year-old who was branded an ‘idiot’ by classmates hides pain from parents; reduces persecutors to tears with moving speech

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3335724/china-boy-addresses-bullies-class-meeting-earns-admiration-apologies-tormentors

[2025-12-22 14:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Doyle looks to sign off on a high at Happy Valley as her stint comes to a close

Snippet: The British rider has saluted five times in the city and has a full book on her farewell card on Tuesday night

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/racing/article/3337261/hollie-doyle-looks-sign-high-happy-valley-her-stint-comes-close

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China teacher hides pupil’s death from class, asks group to write farewell letters

Snippet: Parents of tragic boy who always had ‘smiles and fun stories’ for classmates are delivered box full of touching letters, flowers

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3336592/china-teacher-hides-pupils-death-class-asks-group-write-farewell-letters

[2025-12-22 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet Laura Lynne Jackson, psychic medium to Hollywood celebrities

Snippet: Meghan Markle and Dior creative director Jonathan Anderson are also reportedly fans of the divinatory arts

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3336994/meet-laura-lynne-jackson-clairvoyant-and-psychic-medium-kim-kardashian-and-gwyneth-paltrow

[2025-12-22 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Through the tourist’s eyes - 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/2025/12/22/general-opinion/919188/through-the-tourists-eyes-2/

[2025-12-22 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Gallant CH and FC hold mighty Kandy SC to draw - DailyNews

Snippet: CH and FC rose from the dead in breathtaking fashion, striking fear into champions Kandy Sports Club with a storming late surge to force a dramatic 24-all draw in their Maliban SLR Inter-Club Rugby League clash at a rain-slick Nittawela Stadium in Kandy yesterday after trailing 5-17 at the ‘breather’.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/22/sports/919365/gallant-ch-and-fc-hold-mighty-kandy-sc-to-draw/

[2025-12-22 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Health and Mass Media Minister leads delegation to WHO Summit in India - DailyNews

Snippet: Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa led a delegation to India from December 17-19, to participate in the 2nd WHO Traditional Medicine Global Summit held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The Summit was jointly organised by the World Health Organisation and the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/22/local/919289/health-and-mass-media-minister-leads-delegation-to-who-summit-in-india/

[2025-12-22 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Cartoon Archives - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/22/cartoon/919213/cartoon-archives/

[2025-12-22 04:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Myanmar: Karen minority celebrates New Year

Snippet: On December 19, 2025, members of the Karen community flocked to Yangon, Myanmar's largest city. Many wore traditional costumes and carried musical instruments. The Karen New Year festival stands for renewal and highlights an ethnic community that confidently brings its cultural identity into the public sphere.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/myanmar-karen-minority-celebrates-new-year/g-75254807

[2025-12-22 02:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘Emily in Paris' Season 5 arrives on Netflix - DailyNews

Snippet: Emily Cooper’s Italian adventures in Season 5 of Emily in Paris are now streaming on Netflix. “This season is a tale of two cities: Rome and Paris,” creator Darren Star says. “Straddling both, Emily takes love and life to the next level.” Reunite with the marketing maven in the brand-new teaser for Emily in Paris Season 5 above.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/21/breaking-news/919393/emily-in-paris-season-5-arrives-on-netflix/

[2025-12-21 23:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Education Ministry calls for report on Sirimavo colours awards controversy - DailyNews

Snippet: The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has intervened following an incident that occurred during the recent colours awarding ceremony at Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya, Colombo, which sparked widespread public discussion on social media.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/21/local/919048/education-ministry-calls-for-report-on-sirimavo-colours-awards-controversy/

[2025-12-21 22:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Air quality declines across several provinces - DailyNews

Snippet: Dr. Ajith Gunawardena, Media Spokesperson for the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), has reported a decline in air quality in several parts of the country in recent days.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/21/local/919026/air-quality-declines-across-several-provinces/

[2025-12-21 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 7 of the best TV shows from 2025, from Adolescence to The Pitt

Snippet: Need a show or two to binge this Christmas season? Check out some of the best shows from 2025, such as the stand-out Adolescence on Netflix

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3337008/7-best-tv-shows-2025-netflixs-adolescence-award-winning-pitt

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese food vlogger banned after vinegar-soaked chewing gum videos go viral

Snippet: The influencer accumulated 700,000 followers and achieved 10 million likes across three platforms before being banned

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3337211/chinese-food-vlogger-banned-after-vinegar-soaked-chewing-gum-videos-go-viral

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Who is Oona Chaplin, who plays Varang in Avatar: Fire and Ash?

Snippet: The granddaughter of Charlie Chaplin has a long family legacy in film, and is perhaps best known for her appearance on Game of Thrones

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3337066/meet-charlie-chaplins-granddaughter-oona-chaplin-who-plays-varang-avatar-fire-and-ash

[2025-12-21 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 3 forgotten Hong Kong wuxia gems from director Chor Yuen

Snippet: Chor Yuen’s Duel for Gold, Clans of Intrigue and Jade Tiger may be less famous than some of his other films, but are just as groundbreaking

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3336890/how-chor-yuens-forgotten-hong-kong-wuxia-films-mixed-magic-realism-and-complex-heroes

[2025-12-21 19:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Duran

Title: Regime change escalation escalator

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/Regime-change-escalation-escalator-e3ckust

[2025-12-21 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bangkok puppy yoga studio offers comfort and stress relief for US$60 per session

Snippet: Studio collaborates with local dog shelters and breeders, showcasing breeds such as Samoyeds, golden retrievers, and huskies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3337209/bangkok-puppy-yoga-studio-offers-visitors-comfort-and-stress-relief-us60-session

[2025-12-21 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Explainer | What is horse oil and why is it a popular skin treatment in East Asia?

Snippet: Horse oil is said to intensely hydrate skin, fortify hair, and diminish the appearance of wrinkles, but research is lacking on such claims

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3337069/what-horse-oil-and-why-it-popular-skin-treatment-east-asia

[2025-12-21 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In pictures: Hong Kong’s Christmas festivities, from the 1970s to 90s

Snippet: In the late 20th century, Hong Kong transformed into a hub of festive cheer with bright lights, seasonal decor and plenty of Christmas treats

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3336997/pictures-how-hong-kong-celebrated-christmas-1970s-90s

[2025-12-21 18:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Ikonë me plasaritje: Film i ri për nënë Terezën

Snippet: Tereza ishte 19 vjeç, kur shkoi si novice (fillestare) në Indi, ku u përball me mjerimin, urinë dhe sëmundjen. Ajo jetoi si murgeshë dhe mësuese në Kalkuta, në urdhërin katolik Loreto, i cili i kushtohej arsimit dhe punës misionare në Indi. Kalkuta ishte e mbipopulluar, shërbimet shtetërore ishin të mbingarkuara dhe sistemi shëndetësor pothuajse inekzistent.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/sq/ikon%C3%AB-me-plasaritje-film-i-ri-p%C3%ABr-n%C3%ABn%C3%AB-terez%C3%ABn/a-75254357

[2025-12-21 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Ex-painter is first China woman in world slap contest, says helps to confront fears

Snippet: Ding leaves a thriving career in gaming industry as art director with an annual salary of US$43,000

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3337093/ex-painter-china-first-woman-competitor-world-slap-contest-says-helps-confront-fears

[2025-12-21 14:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: North Korea warns ‘mankind will face great disaster’ if Japan gets nuclear arms

Snippet: Pyongyang’s state media said Tokyo’s potential move ‘must be prevented at any cost’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3337210/north-korea-fires-warning-over-japans-ambition-nuclear-weapons

[2025-12-21 14:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CR bounce back with thumping win - DailyNews

Snippet: CR and FC returned to winning ways in emphatic fashion, running in 10 tries to record a bonus-point 64 (seven goals, three tries) to 15 points (one goal, one try, one penalty) win over Navy Sports Club in their Inter-Club League Rugby Tournament match played at Welisara yesterday after leading 31-3 at the breather.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/21/breaking-news/918940/cr-bounce-back-with-thumping-win/

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

Source: Rappler

Title: [Time Trowel] The world on the Media Noche table

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/voices/thought-leaders/time-trowel-foreign-influences-media-noche-new-year-dinner/

[2025-12-21 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why global luxury brands are switching to shopping streets in China

Snippet: Luxury giants are transforming China’s retail scene, blending culture, cuisine and shopping in vibrant street-level destinations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3337052/dior-louis-vuitton-ditch-chinas-malls-shopping-streets-replicate-ginzas-charm

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese firm gifts renovated flats to employees after 5-year service to retain staff

Snippet: All flats are located within 5km of the company and vary in size from 100 to 150 square metres

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3337045/chinese-company-gifts-renovated-flats-employees-after-5-year-service-retain-staff

[2025-12-21 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Worship to witch hunts: how South Korea’s fandoms turn on their idols

Snippet: When stars shine brightest in the glare of publicity, the darkness that follows can feel absolute. This December, three more lights went out

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3337108/worship-witch-hunts-how-south-koreas-fandoms-turn-their-idols

[2025-12-21 04:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: How Georgian creatives are fighting for their freedom

Snippet: Her guitar has been sitting unused in the corner for a month. "I don't feel like it," says 35-year-old Georgian musician and composer Natuka Natsvlishvili. "I'm depressed and I don't think I have the right to sit at home and work on my music."

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/how-georgian-creatives-are-fighting-for-their-freedom/a-75254471

[2025-12-21 04:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Duran

Title: Russia prepares for NATO 2030

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/Russia-prepares-for-NATO-2030-e3ckcfe

[2025-12-21 03:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Timely relief and fair compensation prioritized in ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ review - DailyNews

Snippet: A special discussion was held today (20) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to review district-level plans aimed at restoring the lives of citizens under the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ programme and to examine challenges that have emerged during implementation. The meeting included Secretaries of Ministries responsible for defence, agriculture, irrigation, water supply, fisheries, transport, housing and construction, heads of relevant line institutions and all District Secretaries.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2025/12/20/local/918873/timely-relief-and-fair-compensation-prioritized-in-rebuilding-sri-lanka-review/

[2025-12-21 02:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Love from your smartphone: AI marriages in Japan

Snippet: Wedding music plays in a marriage hall in Okayama, western Japan. Yurina Noguchi holds her bridal bouquet, tears streaming down her face. Next to her: a smartphone. On it, she looks at Lune Klaus Verdure, her groom — an AI. "At first, he was just someone to talk to," she says.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/love-from-your-smartphone-ai-marriages-in-japan/g-75238261

[2025-12-20 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan social worker opens ‘It is OK to be useless’ bar to relieve daily pressure

Snippet: Fish Akiko grew up with a chauvinistic father; she is determined not to replicate her mother’s sacrifices

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3337033/japan-social-worker-opens-it-ok-be-useless-bar-provide-relief-daily-pressure