[2026-02-13 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lankan smuggling animal skin from Thailand arrested - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Customs officers apprehended a Sri Lankan passenger at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) on Wednesday (11) while attempting to illegally smuggle a stock of processed animal skins into the country.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/breaking-news/950708/sri-lankan-smuggling-animal-skin-from-thailand-arrested/

[2026-02-13 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 12.02.2026 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/business/950408/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-12-02-2026/

[2026-02-13 03:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: पंजाब में स्ट्राबेरी की खेती से किसान मालामाल

Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/hi/punjab-farmers-profit-from-strawberry-farming/video-75939772

[2026-02-12 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China to dismantle local power protectionism in push to electrify national grid

Snippet: State Council directive eyes unified power market, curbing provincial fragmentation to boost green energy expansion and optimise resource flow

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343329/china-dismantle-local-power-protectionism-push-electrify-national-grid

[2026-02-12 22:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Wealth | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Hong Kong’s rich grow richer as stock boom lifts multimillionaires’ wealth, Citi saysThe number of Hongkongers with at least HK$10 million in net assets edged up to 395,000, as a booming stock market offset property weakness.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/money/wealth

[2026-02-12 22:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Bookings up but bottom lines flat for Hong Kong reunion dinners

Snippet: Seafood chain says bookings for reunion dinners have risen 10 per cent but overall year-on-year earnings for Lunar New Year period could ‘just about balance out’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343338/bookings-bottom-lines-flat-hong-kong-reunion-dinners

[2026-02-12 22:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: environmental defenders

Snippet: Philippine News Rappler Talk: What the world can learn from Philippine seas Environment Worsening floods? Stop Manila Bay reclamations, say groups Feb 12, 2026 7:02 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Explainers Why are Masungi caretakers opposing a wind energy project? Feb 3, 2026 11:56 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Top 5 News Today EJ Obiena nails his 1st gold for 2026 | The wRap

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/environmental-defenders/

[2026-02-12 20:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Pastilan

Snippet: Feb 12, 2026 5:05 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/pastilan-column/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s efforts to control EV price war sees carmakers paying vendors quicker

Snippet: Only a handful of the nearly 50 mainland China-based EV builders have been able to turn a profit amid the price wars

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3343294/chinas-carmakers-cut-supplier-payment-cycles-amid-beijings-price-war-crackdown

[2026-02-12 19:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: retail industry

Snippet: Newsletters Trend Intel: Will you spend $50,000 on a Trader Joe’s tote bag? BrandRap True Value turns February into a month of love, fortune, flavor, and big wins Feb 10, 2026 8:53 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Rappler Blogs [BizSights] Malling 3.0: How retailers are upgrading your shopping experience Dec 29, 2025 2:39 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Inside Track Pamana Water: Mr.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/retail-industry/

[2026-02-12 19:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong banks’ profit growth slows amid rising bad debt, slim margins

Snippet: Profit growth slows to 7.3 per cent from 8.4 per cent a year earlier as bad loans exceed two-decade average, HKMA says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3343311/hong-kong-banks-profit-growth-slows-rising-bad-debts-offset-wealth-management-income

[2026-02-12 18:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia’s Anwar defends anti-corruption chief over new share scandal

Snippet: MACC chief Azam Baki has clarified that he had openly declared the shares and held on to them for less than a year

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3343303/malaysias-anwar-defends-anti-corruption-chief-over-new-share-row-read-his-explanation

[2026-02-12 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong tycoon Joseph Lau’s kin sell Mid-Levels flat for US$12.8 million

Snippet: Entity controlled by Lau’s eldest son Lau Ming-wai and former partner Yvonne Lui turns profit on deal amid firming prices in luxury segment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3343288/hong-kong-tycoon-joseph-laus-kin-sell-mid-levels-flat-us128-million

[2026-02-12 17:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Laksala unveils 14th Showroom in Negombo - DailyNews

Snippet: In a strategic move to connect local craftsmanship with the global market, the Sri Lanka Handicrafts Board inaugurated its 14th Laksala showroom in the heart of the Negombo tourist zone on Wednesday (11).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/12/local/950100/laksala-unveils-14th-showroom-in-negombo/

[2026-02-12 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Middle East arms edge overshadowed by Turkey and South Korea in Riyadh

Snippet: Analysts note Chinese inroads in military UAV market but political challenges for its jet fighters at the World Defence Show

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3343272/chinas-middle-east-arms-edge-overshadowed-turkey-and-south-korea-riyadh-show

[2026-02-12 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘The Trump factor’ could be luring more foreign investors to China. Here’s why

Snippet: Global volatility is forcing a rethink of traditional safe havens, creating opportunities for Beijing, prominent investor says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343187/trump-factor-why-china-may-benefit-investors-diversify-us-dollar-assets

[2026-02-12 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Shenzhen-listed Unisplendour abandons plan to raise funds in Hong Kong

Snippet: The Tsinghua Holdings arm, however, will raise US$800 million via a private share placement on Shenzhen exchange

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3343228/shenzhen-listed-unisplendour-abandons-year-long-effort-raise-funds-hong-kong

[2026-02-12 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: gender

Snippet: Life and Style Sex and Sensibilities: Is Bad Bunny the antidote to toxic masculinity? Business [Good Business] Closeup’s viral ad redux: We love you, but stay hidden Feb 12, 2026 8:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied MovePH Call us by our names: Trans Filipinos demand legal gender recognition Jul 4, 2025 7:52 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap Dr.

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

[2026-02-12 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 11.02.2026 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/12/business/949648/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-11-02-2026/

[2026-02-12 01:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: board exam results

Snippet: Exam results RESULTS: February 2026 Mechanical Engineers, Certified Plant Mechanics Licensure Examinations Exam results RESULTS: February 2026 Respiratory Therapists Computer-Based Licensure Examination Feb 11, 2026 10:10 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Exam results RESULTS: January 2026 Licensure Examination for Architects Jan 27, 2026 5:44 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Exam results RESULTS: September and November 2025 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers Dec 18, 2025

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/board-exam-results/

[2026-02-11 22:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: public transportation

Snippet: Business What the Makati-Infradev settlement means for the city’s subway plan Business End of an era: PH’s oldest bus line, Philtranco, closes after 112 years Feb 11, 2026 7:48 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Kasalikasan] What do traffic and garbage have in common?

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/public-transportation/

[2026-02-11 15:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: WuXi Biologics earnings jump as ‘follow and win the molecule’ strategy pays off

Snippet: Chinese contract drug maker forecasts 46.3 per cent profit rise and signals continued growth despite US political scrutiny

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3343149/wuxi-biologics-earnings-jump-follow-and-win-molecule-strategy-pays

[2026-02-11 14:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s consumer price growth cools as inflation outlook remains unclear

Snippet: Consumer price index rose for a fourth straight month in January, though the increase fell short of market expectations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/economic-indicators/article/3343143/chinas-consumer-price-growth-cools-inflation-outlook-remains-unclear

[2026-02-11 14:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s SMIC expects flat revenue as drop in low-end orders offsets AI growth

Snippet: The contract chipmaker’s profit falls short of analyst estimates amid ‘challenges’ brought on by memory supply crunch

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3343139/chinas-smic-expects-flat-revenue-drop-low-end-orders-offsets-ai-chip-growth

[2026-02-11 12:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks rise as positive holiday bias sets in ahead of Lunar New Year

Snippet: Southbound net inflows reflect investor optimism about Hong Kong stocks after the holiday, analyst says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3343127/hong-kong-stocks-rise-positive-holiday-bias-sets-ahead-lunar-new-year

[2026-02-11 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Tokyo Cement posts Rs 332 Mn PAT in Q3-FY25/26 - DailyNews

Snippet: Tokyo Cement Group (Tokyo Cement) reported a turnover of Rs. 14,523 million compared to Rs. 11,639 million over the same period of the previous year, and a profit after tax of Rs. 332 million compared to Rs. 1,006 million over the same period of the previous year, for the 3 rd Quarter ending December 31, 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/11/business/948968/tokyo-cement-posts-rs-332-mn-pat-in-q3-fy25-26/

[2026-02-11 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ship and boatbuilding market to reach nearly USD 580 Bn by 2035 - DailyNews

Snippet: The 9th edition of the Boat & Marine Show organized collectively by the Chamber of Marine Industries of Sri Lanka (CMISL), Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development was held successfully from January 30 to February 1 2026 at Port City, Colombo which showcased the country’s capabilities in marine tourism, recreational boating, yachting and boat building which are mainly focused on exports.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/11/business/948938/ship-and-boatbuilding-market-to-reach-nearly-usd-580-bn-by-2035/

[2026-02-11 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: HIP welcomes over 2,000 Thai cruise passengers - DailyNews

Snippet: 2,100 Thai cruise passengers arrived at Hambantota International Port (HIP) this week aboard the MV Celebrity Millennium. The call points to the emergence of Thailand as a promising new market for Sri Lanka’s cruise tourism.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/11/business/948992/hip-welcomes-over-2000-thai-cruise-passengers/

[2026-02-11 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 10.02.2026 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/11/business/948897/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-10-02-2026/

[2026-02-11 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government schedules investor call today - DailyNews

Snippet: In accordance with the terms of its Macro-Linked Bonds (MLBs) and Governance-Linked Bonds (GLBs), the Government has scheduled an investor call today.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/11/business/948995/government-schedules-investor-call-today/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesia telco chief warns of digital colonisation, backs China open-source AI

Snippet: Indonesian executives stress that localisation and sovereignty are key to AI adoption in the fast-growing Southeast Asian market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3343091/indonesia-telco-chief-warns-digital-colonisation-backs-chinas-open-source-ai

[2026-02-10 22:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s property woes likely to hurt some Hong Kong banks’ 2025 earnings: Citi

Snippet: Bank of China (Hong Kong) and Bank of East Asia could be affected the most as they have the highest exposure to China’s property sector

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3343080/chinas-property-woes-likely-hurt-some-hong-kong-banks-2025-earnings-citi

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China lifts veil on secretive underwater combat vehicle at Saudi defence show

Snippet: Shipbuilding giant showcases new surface-to-subsurface wet submersible as Beijing eyes buyers in large Middle Eastern market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3343069/china-lifts-veil-secretive-underwater-combat-vehicle-saudi-arabia-defence-show

[2026-02-10 14:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: AI chip supplier Axera trades flat in Hong Kong debut as investor frenzy cools

Snippet: Axera attracted HK$22.34 billion from retail investors during the bookbuilding period, marking an oversubscription of 74.4 times

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/investor-relations/ipo-quote-profile/article/3342998/mainland-ai-chip-supplier-axera-trades-flat-hong-kong-debut-investor-frenzy-cools

[2026-02-10 14:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China slashes wait times for loss-making tech firms seeking refinancing, fundraising

Snippet: Three of China’s stock exchanges have relaxed fundraising time thresholds on listed tech companies as Beijing pushes for self-reliance

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3343000/china-slashes-wait-times-loss-making-tech-firms-seeking-refinancing-fundraising

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘My doll is like my child’: China Gen Z’s craze for cotton kids sparks debate

Snippet: So-called doll mummies create mainland market worth US$1.4 billion; say toy companions of ‘emotional support’; even ‘smell’ like their owners

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3342361/china-gen-z-nurtures-stuffed-toys-real-babies-celebrates-birthdays-shows-affection

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | CATL’s new innovation expands EV battery horizons in untapped cold regions

Snippet: The Chinese giant pulls an ace from its sleeve amid fierce EV competition by bringing sodium-ion batteries to the mass-produced car market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3342907/catls-new-innovation-expands-ev-battery-horizons-untapped-cold-regions

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Before the factory floor, the dance floor: robots find path to market at US$145

Snippet: Humanoid robots may one day transform factories and warehouses, but for now their most immediate role is keeping the party going

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342943/factory-floor-dance-floor-humanoids-find-path-market-us145

[2026-02-10 06:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Vehicle imports slowing down - DailyNews

Snippet: Following the relaxation of import bans in 2025, the initial massive wave of vehicle imports is slowing down due to heavy buying, new laws and market saturation, Customs Director General Seevali Arukgoda said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/10/local/948466/vehicle-imports-slowing-down/

[2026-02-10 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Cinnamon exports hit Rs 8 Bn mark - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s cinnamon industry achieved a historic milestone, with exports generating nearly Rs 8 billion( USD 260) in 2025, marking the highest annual revenue ever for cinnamon-based products. This, driven by a 23.12% increase in the first eight months, contributes to a record-setting year for total export earnings of over USD 17.2 billion.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/10/business/948203/sri-lanka-cinnamon-exports-hit-rs-8-bn-mark/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: NDB partners CDS to enhance dividend disbursement efficiency for CSE-listed companies - DailyNews

Snippet: National Development Bank PLC (NDB) recently formalised a strategic partnership with the Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Limited (CDS), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), to enhance the efficiency and reliability of dividend disbursement for companies listed on the CSE.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/10/business/948019/ndb-partners-cds-to-enhance-dividend-disbursement-efficiency-for-cse-listed-companies/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 09.02.2026 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/10/business/948133/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-09-02-2026/

[2026-02-10 00:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: EJ Obiena

Snippet: Share this page Share in Chat Share article Facebook Facebook X (Twitter) Twitter Copy Link Copied People EJ Obiena

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/ej-obiena/

[2026-02-09 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ByteDance’s new model sparks stock rally as China’s AI video battle escalates

Snippet: Seedance 2.0 thrills early adopters with cinematic realism and fuels debate over AI’s role in filmmaking and content creation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342932/bytedances-new-model-sparks-stock-rally-chinas-ai-video-battle-escalates

[2026-02-09 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why dating in Hong Kong is so hard and how people spend thousands on agencies

Snippet: Hong Kong matchmakers share how they’re helping people find love in a city where everyone is both extremely busy and wants a younger partner

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/family-relationships/article/3342870/why-dating-hong-kong-so-hard-and-how-people-are-spending-thousands-agencies

[2026-02-09 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: New China dating trend sees people refer exes to new prospects, like job referrals

Snippet: As trust in traditional dating techniques declines, people place ads detailing selling points of ex-partners in ‘second-hand market’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3342232/new-china-dating-trend-emerges-where-people-refer-exes-new-prospects-akin-job-referrals

[2026-02-09 16:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Pop Mart gains on earnings hopes as investors eye growth beyond Labubu

Snippet: The toymaker’s stock gains as user growth, livestream sales and overseas expansion signal resilience despite softer consumer demand in China

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342884/chinas-pop-mart-gains-earnings-hopes-investors-eye-growth-beyond-labubu

[2026-02-09 14:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: M&A market ‘firing on all cylinders’, headed for record year: Citigroup

Snippet: Confident companies and investors, solid economic growth, low inflation and ample capital drive outlook, bank’s global M&A co-head says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3342869/ma-market-firing-all-cylinders-headed-record-year-citigroup-says

[2026-02-09 13:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong firms rush to issue convertibles – and trend could continue: bankers

Snippet: Issuers raised US$7.4 billion in convertibles in early 2026, nearly half of last year’s total, as they rushed to lock in high share prices

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342844/hong-kong-firms-rush-issue-convertibles-and-trend-could-continue-bankers-say

[2026-02-09 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong urged to widen Stock Connect and woo global firms to boost listings

Snippet: City should pitch Southeast Asia, Middle East to draw global listings and issue long-term bonds to attract patient capital, think tank says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3342831/hong-kong-needs-more-global-listings-wider-stock-connect-strengthen-hub-role-fsdc