[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

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Mutual Funds | South China Morning Post

Snippet: A rising stock tide lifts sales of all financial products in Hong KongSales soared 40 per cent to a record HK$6.07 trillion in 2024, according to a survey by the Securities and Futures Commission and Hong Kong Monetary Authority.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/mutual-funds

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Super Bowl: rising star, journeyman, Bad Bunny share Patriots-Seahawks stage

Snippet: US sport’s biggest event features two teams nobody expected to reach NFL championship decider set to be shrouded in political controversy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3342851/super-bowl-rising-star-journeyman-bad-bunny-take-stage-patriots-seahawks-face

[2026-02-09 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sacred space in the time of metrics - DailyNews

Snippet: The Royal Path at Dambulla still knows how to keep a secret. The stone steps hold the cool of the night. Prayer flags stir without urgency. Somewhere above, the rock face absorbs the day’s first heat the way it has done for centuries, indifferent to schedules, immune to trends. This is the same path kings once walked in retreat and return.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/09/general-opinion/947340/sacred-space-in-the-time-of-metrics/

[2026-02-09 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Kala Pola 2026 held - DailyNews

Snippet: Kala Pola, Sri Lanka’s open air art fair showcasing and promoting visual art opened at Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha in Colombo yesterday. It provides opportunities for painters and sculptors to meet, network, present and market their creations.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/09/photo-of-the-day/947634/kala-pola-2026-held/

[2026-02-08 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As jobs dry up, China’s graduates turn to booming ‘micro drama’ industry

Snippet: The bite-sized series now rival box office hits in popularity – and with that success comes opportunity

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3342809/chinas-micro-drama-industry-emerges-jobs-lifeline-tough-graduate-labour-market

[2026-02-08 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s future growth rate could drop to 2.5% without market reforms: economist

Snippet: China will struggle to keep growth above 4 per cent unless there is a ‘strong turnaround’ in productivity and consumer spending, economist warns

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3342679/chinas-future-growth-rate-could-drop-25-without-market-reforms-economist

[2026-02-08 18:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Hong Kong’s headquarters economy fuels rebound in commercial property

Snippet: The headquarters economy is powering office and retail recovery, with rising demand, stabilising rents and renewed investor confidence

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342815/what-hong-kongs-headquarters-economy-and-how-it-drives-commercial-property-upswing

[2026-02-08 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How 2 landmark Central deals boost sentiment in Hong Kong’s office market

Snippet: JLL’s Alex Barnes and his team closed decade-high single-tenant leases – deals that took on wider significance as rental declines slowed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342806/how-two-landmark-central-deals-boost-sentiment-hong-kongs-office-market

[2026-02-08 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Inside the Newsroom

Snippet: Newsletters [Inside the Newsroom] The things we do for love… Newsletters [Inside the Newsroom] ‘Appdate’ — that’s our new term for breaking news Feb 8, 2026 10:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Inside the Newsroom] Looking for the Lola Bebangs, Rons, Jayboys, and everyday heroes Feb 1, 2026 11:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Inside the Newsroom] Connecting the dots on Romualdez’s

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/inside-newsroom-newsletter/

[2026-02-07 23:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: winter sports

Snippet: Feb 7, 2026 8:25 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/winter-sports/

[2026-02-07 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Filipina actresses

Snippet: BrandRap JOY Bouquets spark online buzz as Jollibee trends for Valentine’s Joy Day Actors Anne Curtis, Jericho Rosales tackle the spectrum of modern romance Feb 7, 2026 7:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Actors Does driver’s torture claim vs Michelle Dee, Rhian Ramos, Samantha Panlilio add up?

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/filipina-actresses/

[2026-02-07 20:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India leads tourist arrivals as Sri Lanka crosses 317,000 visitors in 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka has welcomed more than 317,000 foreign tourists so far this year, according to figures released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA). The authority reported that 317,381 visitors arrived in the country between January 1 and February 4, reflecting a strong start to the tourism sector in 2026.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/07/local/947159/india-leads-tourist-arrivals-as-sri-lanka-crosses-317000-visitors-in-2026/

[2026-02-07 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Philippine tropical cyclones

Snippet: Thought Leaders [Pastilan] The cost of neglect in Iligan Global Affairs The week in photos: January 31 to February 6, 2026 Feb 7, 2026 4:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Weather Tropical Depression Basyang weakens into LPA then dissipates Feb 7, 2026 10:30 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Weather Tropical Depression Basyang crossing Negros Island after fifth landfall Feb 7, 2026 2:55 AM PHT

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/tropical-cyclones/

[2026-02-07 10:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Dow breaks 50,000 for first time, as US stocks rally

Snippet: The market roared back, with tech stocks recovering from AI-linked jitters and bitcoin halting its plunge

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3342738/dow-breaks-50000-first-time-us-stocks-rally

[2026-02-07 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government begins programme converting paddy to rice ensuring no shortages going forward – Deputy Minister Senarath - DailyNews

Snippet: Land and Irrigation Deputy Minister Aravinda Senarath told Parliament yesterday (06) that the Government has commenced a programme to gradually convert the paddy purchased last season into rice and release it to the market to ensure there won’t be any shortage going forward.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/07/local/946862/government-begins-programme-converting-paddy-to-rice-ensuring-no-shortages-going-forward-deputy-minister-senarath/

[2026-02-07 05:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: PAGASA forecasts

Snippet: Weather Tropical Depression Basyang weakens into LPA then dissipates Weather Tropical Depression Basyang crossing Negros Island after fifth landfall Feb 7, 2026 2:55 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Weather Tropical Depression Basyang slows down en route to Cebu Feb 6, 2026 9:20 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Weather Tropical Depression Basyang makes second landfall in Bohol Feb 6, 2026 3:40 PM PHT Share in

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/pagasa-forecasts/

[2026-02-07 00:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Buying a Luxury Apartment in Colombo? Read This First - DailyNews

Snippet: Colombo’s luxury apartment market has officially left its dating phase behind and stepped into a more grown-up investment persona, where decisions in 2026 are driven by performance metrics rather than glossy promises. The proof is in the data, average asking prices for luxury apartments in Colombo’s Central Business District (CBD) climbed by around 48% between 2018 and 2023, laying a solid foundation for today’s pricing strength and investor confidence.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/06/business/946832/buying-a-luxury-apartment-in-colombo-read-this-first/

[2026-02-06 21:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: पुराने कपड़े खरीदने से पर्यावरण का कितना फायदा

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/how-big-fashion-took-over-the-secondhand-market/video-75539003

[2026-02-06 20:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Stung by Trump’s policies, German multinationals cautiously pivot towards China

Snippet: German firms are keen to invest more in China as they shy away from the US, but they still face issues in the Chinese market, business group says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3342667/stung-trumps-policies-german-multinationals-cautiously-pivot-towards-china

[2026-02-06 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Fact checks on weather

Snippet: Top 5 News Today COA flags P300-M road, bridge works by Discaya firm | The wRap Fact Check FACT CHECK: Aphelion not linked to cold weather, health risks – PAGASA Feb 6, 2026 3:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: Wilma is a tropical depression, not super typhoon Dec 4, 2025 3:32 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/fact-checks-weather/

[2026-02-06 12:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s biggest pork producer Muyuan flat in Hong Kong share debut

Snippet: Firm’s US$1.4 billion IPO records lower oversubscription rate than other recent listings, reflecting a cooling of the red-hot market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3342579/chinas-biggest-pork-producer-muyuan-has-subdued-hong-kong-share-debut

[2026-02-06 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Elon Musk’s space-based AI vision sparked a Chinese solar stock frenzy

Snippet: Musk’s pursuit of space-based data centres has drawn attention to China’s solar industry, sparking market rallies – and calls for caution

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342557/space-computing-push-elon-musks-spacex-shines-beam-chinas-solar-supply-chain

[2026-02-06 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Invest Sri Lanka Investor Forum invites global investments to country - DailyNews

Snippet: “We invite global investors to explore the emerging opportunities in the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, a nation defined not only by its strategic location and economic potential, but also by its talented people and extraordinary natural beauty, “ Chathuranga Abeysinghe, Deputy Minister of

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/06/business/946349/invest-sri-lanka-investor-forum-invites-global-investments-to-country/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Ceylinco Life draw sets Family Savari 19 winners on journeys abroad - DailyNews

Snippet: Ceylinco Life, Sri Lanka’s life insurance market leader, has concluded the draw of the 19th edition of its iconic Family Savari mega promotion, selecting hundreds of winning families for unforgettable overseas holidays and local leisure experiences, while marking a colourful first with the selection of winners from its ‘Run for Savari game.’

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/06/business/946209/ceylinco-life-draw-sets-family-savari-19-winners-on-journeys-abroad/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 05.02.2026 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/06/business/946320/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-05-02-2026/

[2026-02-05 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why CATL’s sodium-ion breakthrough could be a game changer for China’s EV market

Snippet: The Naxtra battery, more price-stable and cold-resistant than the lithium-ion units now powering most EVs, will undergo its first tests this week

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3342481/chinas-catl-tests-evs-and-lithiums-dominance-pioneering-sodium-ion-battery

[2026-02-05 17:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: banks in the Philippines

Snippet: BrandRap Where do time deposits fit in today’s portfolios? BrandRap Empowering enterprise growth through smarter Cash Management Services with BDO Feb 5, 2026 2:07 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap BPI reminds customers how to spot scams this holiday season Dec 26, 2025 1:34 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap Unlock an exclusive MICHELIN Starred dining experience – only with UnionBank Dec 22, 2025

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/banks-philippines/

[2026-02-05 16:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Loose or lose: Indonesian billionaires told to sell shares to save market

Snippet: Index compiler MCSI says Indonesia must address ‘fundamental investability issues’ or risk being downgraded from emerging to frontier market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3342468/indonesia-force-billionaires-sell-shares-loosen-control-or-lose-market-status

[2026-02-05 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Baidu unveils first-ever dividend and US$5 billion buy-back amid AI race

Snippet: In a move designed to steady investor nerves, Baidu signalled a shift towards more predictable payouts as AI spending continues to rise

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342462/baidu-unveils-first-ever-dividend-and-us5-billion-buy-back-amid-ai-race

[2026-02-05 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: health-related fact checks

Snippet: Fact Check FACT CHECK: Aphelion not linked to cold weather, health risks – PAGASA Fact Check FACT CHECK: No reports of looming lockdown in PH due to Nipah virus Feb 5, 2026 12:15 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: No confirmed Nipah virus case in PH — DOH Feb 4, 2026 1:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/health-related-fact-checks/

[2026-02-05 13:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks eke out gain as mainland investors overpower tech jitters

Snippet: Southbound Stock Connect inflows provide late-session support, helping the benchmark reverse earlier losses

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342440/alibaba-kuaishou-smic-drop-hong-kong-tech-stock-sell-ai-fears-grip

[2026-02-05 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: agriculture

Snippet: Thought Leaders [Vantage Point] The Leviste sting: The risks of trading farmland for megawatts Business [Good Business] Kaya ba ng Pilipino maging world-class farmer? Feb 5, 2026 8:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Business In a sea of imports, one dairy brand is choosing local milk Feb 1, 2026 10:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Inside Track TACO: Why Trump walked back on 19%

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

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Morgan Stanley sees another record year for Hong Kong IPOs as pipeline hits 450

Snippet: Mainland China’s issuers will still dominate city’s IPO market, executive says, but US and Southeast Asian companies are also joining in

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3342365/morgan-stanley-sees-another-record-year-hong-kong-ipos-pipeline-hits-450

[2026-02-05 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: “Sri Lanka today not a recovery story, but transformation story” - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka presented a clear message of confidence, reform and long-term opportunity at the Exclusive Port City Colombo Investor Forum held on January 27, 2026 at Singapore. Jointly organised by the High Commission of Sri Lanka in Singapore and Port City Colombo, the forum positioned Port City Colombo as the centrepiece of Sri Lanka’s next phase of economic transformation.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/05/business/945729/sri-lanka-today-not-a-recovery-story-but-transformation-story/

[2026-02-05 04:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Najeriya: Sojojin Amurka za su taimaka?

Snippet: Kama daga hari zuwa shawagi ko bayan jibge makamai kafin kai wa ga tura sojan daga baya dai, sannu a hankali Amurkan na share wuri da zama cikin batun tsaro da kila ma makomar Tarayyar Najeriyar a nan gaba. Wannan ne dai karo na farkon fari da Amurkan a cikin suna na kokarin kare Kiristoci, ke jibge sojanta a Najeriya da sunan tsaro.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ha/sojojin-amurka-za-su-taimaka-a-najeriya/a-75806792

[2026-02-05 01:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Les Etats-Unis misent sur sécurité et commerce au Sahel

Snippet: La visite au Mali, cette semaine, de Nick Checker, chef du Bureau des affaires africaines au département d’État américain, marque le retour de Washington au Sahel. Mais les Etats-Unis opèrent un repositionnement stratégique dans la région, sur trois axes majeurs : un virage vers une diplomatie axée sur le commerce, notamment des minerais, un recentrage sécuritaire, avec la réduction de la présence militaire permanente, et un désengagement de l’aide humanitaire au profit de partenariats économiques et sécuritaires ciblés.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/fr/interview-de-gnaka-lagoke-sur-le-partenariat-usa-aes-sahel/a-75805995

[2026-02-05 00:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s turbocharged EV market hits a speed bump amid falling sales

Snippet: After years at full throttle, China’s EV sector is slowing sharply, with sales sliding in January as tax breaks fade and costs rise

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342410/chinas-turbocharged-ev-market-hits-speed-bump-amid-falling-sales-and-rising-costs

[2026-02-04 22:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to increase profit-sharing bonus after strong recovery

Snippet: Airline forecasts paying out higher bonuses to eligible staff amid strong financial results and a record customer satisfaction score for 2025

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3342394/hong-kongs-cathay-pacific-increase-profit-sharing-bonus-after-strong-recovery

[2026-02-04 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Rappler events and roadshows

Snippet: Newsletters #CourageON: In our communities, corruption is personal Newsletters [Be The Good] In Dumaguete, we launch #CorruptionWatch Feb 4, 2026 6:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Events FULL RECORDING: Rappler, Linya-Linya launch Mabuting Pamamahala campaign Jan 31, 2026 2:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Events IN PHOTOS: Comedy meets advocacy at Rappler and Linya-Linya’s ‘Mabuti Pa’ launch Jan 28, 2026 4:24 PM PHT Share

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/events-roadshows/

[2026-02-04 19:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Vibrant’ Hong Kong market seen drawing more listings from abroad

Snippet: But other markets like South Korea could offer stronger near-term returns for international investors, J.P. Morgan Private Bank says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342363/vibrant-hong-kong-market-attract-more-listings-abroad-bankers-say

[2026-02-04 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | China’s real estate rethink can help end developers’ debt addiction

Snippet: The future of Chinese property looks to be smaller and more rational, with a market defined by real estate’s worth rather than volume

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3342182/chinas-real-estate-rethink-can-help-end-developers-debt-addiction

[2026-02-04 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s first ‘Tesla killer’, flying car makers eye lift-off date: 7 EV reads

Snippet: From analysis on Beijing-Ottawa tariff deal to foreign carmakers set to stage China comeback, here are seven EV stories you may have missed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3342319/xiaomis-tesla-killer-beijing-ottawa-tariff-deal-promising-china-market-7-ev-reads

[2026-02-04 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Fact checks on online scams

Snippet: Fact Check FACT CHECK: Links for national ID holders to register for cash aid are fake Fact Check FACT CHECK: Post promising P29,000 cash aid from DSWD is fake Feb 4, 2026 3:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check FACT CHECK: Fake unconditional cash transfer registration links lead to gambling, blog sites Jan 29, 2026 5:12 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Fact Check

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/fact-checks-online-scams/

[2026-02-04 17:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: environmental conservation

Snippet: Philippine News Rappler Talk: What the world can learn from Philippine seas MovePH Beyond the ‘sadsad’: How Dinagyang 2026 became a platform for advocacy Feb 4, 2026 2:25 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Luzon Relocate wind turbines, Antipolo mayor urges DENR, energy firm Jan 27, 2026 7:30 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Kasalikasan] Historic treaty protecting high seas kicks off 2026 Jan 20,

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

[2026-02-04 12:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks gain as tax worries abate, solar sector rallies on Musk plans

Snippet: ‘Broader VAT hikes on private services are unlikely in 2026 and would run counter to reflation efforts,’ Morgan Stanley says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342300/hong-kong-stocks-slip-tax-worries-weigh-tech-mainland-stock-sentiment

[2026-02-04 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Surging stocks could help China become more than an export powerhouse

Snippet: A booming Chinese stock market can expand household wealth, boost spending power and reinforce consumer sentiment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3342116/surging-stocks-could-help-china-become-more-export-powerhouse

[2026-02-04 11:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | Indonesia’s top economic minister vows capital market reforms

Snippet: Airlangga Hartarto also tells This Week in Asia that Indonesia is not on a nationalisation drive, but merely targeting illegal operations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3342275/indonesias-top-economic-minister-vows-capital-market-reforms-not-merely-because-msci

[2026-02-04 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Катера Ирана пытались взять на абордаж танкер США

Snippet: Шесть вооруженных катеров Ирана приблизились к танкеру Stena Imperative, шедшему под американским флагом в Ормузском проливе примерно в 30 км к северу от Омана. Об этом во вторник, 3 февраля, сообщили агентство Reuters и газета The Wall Street Journal со ссылкой на неназванных собеседников, знакомых с ситуацией, и данные консалтинговой компании Vanguard Tech.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/voennye-katera-irana-pytalis-vzat-na-abordaz-tanker-ssa-v-ormuzskom-prolive/a-75791133

[2026-02-04 01:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Epstein files scandal triggers UK criminal probe as Mandelson quits parliament

Snippet: UK police to investigate if Peter Mandelson shared market-sensitive data with Jeffrey Epstein after the latest US files dump draws scrutiny

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3342282/uk-police-called-starmer-moves-expel-mandelson-over-epstein-leaks