[2026-01-21 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: He had cancer, she had a rare disorder. How two 85-year-olds came out on top

Snippet: Bob and Fran German share how going vegan changed their lives and helps them keep fit, healthy, full of energy – and sniffle-free

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3340522/how-whole-food-plant-based-diet-keeps-85-year-old-youtubers-young-and-disease-free

[2026-01-21 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 20.01.2026 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/business/937106/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-20-01-2026/

[2026-01-20 22:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s He Lifeng warns of ‘law of the jungle’, blasts protectionism, at Davos

Snippet: Amid escalating transatlantic rifts fuelled by Donald Trump, vice-premier urges global cooperation, free trade and dialogue, pledging to boost imports and open China’s market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3340581/chinas-he-lifeng-warns-against-law-jungle-davos-trump-roils-europe

[2026-01-20 22:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan arrests man for selling AI-generated celebrity porn

Snippet: A 31-year-old in Japan arrested for using generative AI to create and sell 520,000 explicit images of celebrities for US$70,000 in profit

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3340576/japan-arrests-man-selling-ai-generated-celebrity-porn

[2026-01-20 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Kasalikasan

Snippet: Newsletters [Kasalikasan] What do traffic and garbage have in common? Band-aid solutions Newsletters [Kasalikasan] Historic treaty protecting high seas kicks off 2026 Jan 20, 2026 6:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Kasalikasan] 2025, take a bow Dec 9, 2025 6:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Kasalikasan] COP30, we were all rooting for you!

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

[2026-01-20 15:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Labubu maker Pop Mart surges after buy-back in show of confidence

Snippet: Repurchase signals management’s confidence and healthy balance sheet, analysts say, though stock remains 40 per cent below last year’s peak

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3340498/labubu-maker-pop-mart-surges-10-hong-kong-us32-million-buy-back

[2026-01-20 14:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Busy Ming to test investor appetite with Hong Kong IPO

Snippet: Snack and drink retailer aims to raise up to US$428 million, but listing plan comes amid weak mainland domestic demand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3340497/chinas-busy-ming-test-investor-appetite-consumer-plays-hong-kong-ipo

[2026-01-20 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | China challenges US in AI drug race, but rivals still reliant on each other

Snippet: While US biotech firms increase use of Chinese clinical data, Chinese firms need US counterparts for monetisation, investor and scientist says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3340403/china-challenges-us-ai-drug-race-rivals-still-reliant-each-other

[2026-01-20 11:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese-owned Temu catches up with Amazon in global cross-border e-commerce

Snippet: Shein, another Chinese-founded retail giant, stabilised its market share at 9 per cent in 2025, while AliExpress held 8 per cent

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3340415/chinese-owned-temu-catches-amazon-global-cross-border-e-commerce

[2026-01-20 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese automotive suppliers speed up localisation to boost global market share

Snippet: International carmakers’ orders from Chinese vendors are an endorsement of the quality and competitiveness of their products, analyst says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3340467/chinese-automotive-suppliers-speed-localisation-increase-global-market-share

[2026-01-20 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Hong Kong must tackle the ‘demoralising impact’ of unaffordable housing

Snippet: With a new study underlining how much harder it has become for young people to afford a flat in the private market, the search for solutions should be stepped up

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3340375/hong-kong-must-tackle-demoralising-impact-unaffordable-housing

[2026-01-20 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong degree is ‘passport’ to jobs in the world’s third-largest art market

Snippet: Art graduates from the mainland, looking to expand their horizons and gain an edge in the job market, are flocking to Hong Kong for further study

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3338750/mainland-chinas-art-grads-sculpt-career-passports-hong-kong

[2026-01-20 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: UK grants major trade advantage to Sri Lanka’s apparel sector - DailyNews

Snippet: The United Kingdom remains one of Sri Lanka’s most important trading partners and is currently the second-largest export destination for Sri Lankan goods. In a significant move to strengthen trade relations with developing countries, the UK introduced the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) with effect from June 19, 2023, granting preferential market access to 65 developing countries, including Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/business/936383/uk-grants-major-trade-advantage-to-sri-lankas-apparel-sector/

[2026-01-20 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: NGJA revises tax method for rough gem imports to ease industry burden - DailyNews

Snippet: The National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) has announced a revised taxation methodology for the importation of rough gemstones, a move aimed at easing financial pressure on industry stakeholders and supporting Sri Lanka’s ambition of reaching US$1 billion in annual gem and jewellery export earnings.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/business/936403/ngja-revises-tax-method-for-rough-gem-imports-to-ease-industry-burden/

[2026-01-20 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Share Market Statistics on 19.01.2026 - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/business/936483/share-market-statistics-on-19-01-2026/

[2026-01-19 22:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China Taiping expects higher profit but Tai Po fire could weigh in 2026

Snippet: State-owned insurer expects 215 to 225 per cent jump in 2025 net profit due to a gain in investment income, one-off tax impact

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3340449/china-taiping-expects-higher-profit-tai-po-fire-could-weigh-2026

[2026-01-19 21:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Leviste denies he made money from selling franchise to Pangilinan's Meralco group

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/business/leviste-denies-profit-sale-franchise-manny-pangilinan-meralco/

[2026-01-19 17:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 23 dead, over 60 missing after massive fire destroys Pakistan shopping centre

Snippet: Police say the market’s layout and presence of flammable materials such as carpets and blankets kept the blaze going throughout the weekend

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3340392/11-dead-over-60-missing-after-pakistan-shopping-centre-fire-smoulders-24-hours

[2026-01-19 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s securities regulator clamps down on speculation to prevent sharp swings

Snippet: CSRC signals it wants a slower but longer stock market rally after trading volumes and margin financing hit record highs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3340382/chinas-securities-regulator-clamps-down-speculation-prevent-sharp-market-swings

[2026-01-19 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 2026 corporate earnings forecast to grow 10%- BRS - DailyNews

Snippet: Bartleet Religare Securities (BRS) has projected that earnings for Sri Lanka’s listed entities will grow by 10% year-on-year to reach LKR 765 billion in 2026. In their January 2026 strategy presentation, the firm set a year-end target for the All-Share Price Index (ASPI) at 23,500 based on a market price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 11x, with a further projection of 27,000 for 2027.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/business/935631/2026-corporate-earnings-forecast-to-grow-10-brs/

[2026-01-19 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: First Capital to unveil Sri Lanaka’s Economic Outlook - DailyNews

Snippet: First Capital Holdings PLC (the Group), a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a pioneering force in Sri Lanka’s investment landscape, is set to host the 12th edition of its renowned ‘First Capital Investor Symposium’ on January 22, 2026.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/business/935658/first-capital-to-unveil-sri-lanakas-economic-outlook/

[2026-01-19 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Tokyo Cement seeks approval for low clinker cement - DailyNews

Snippet: Tokyo Cement is currently seeking regulatory approval to introduce low-clinker cement to the local market. Widely adopted in Europe for its environmental benefits, this sustainable alternative offers a crucial solution to the rising costs within the construction sector.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/business/935673/tokyo-cement-seeks-approval-for-low-clinker-cement/

[2026-01-18 20:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka welcomes 2.3 mn foreign tourists in 2025, led by Indian visitors - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s Tourism Authority reported that 2.3 million foreign tourists visited the country in 2025, marking a notable increase in arrivals. Indian tourists accounted for the largest share, with 531,511 visitors—up by 114,000 compared to 2024.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/18/local/935566/sri-lanka-welcomes-2-3-mn-foreign-tourists-in-2025-led-by-indian-visitors/

[2026-01-18 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s advances in AI fuel tech stock boom, help it shake off economic malaise

Snippet: China’s rise recasts the country from a low-cost base to a credible US tech challenger, just as global capital hunts for next growth engine

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3340312/chinas-tech-self-sufficiency-powers-stock-boom-and-helps-it-shake-economic-malaise

[2026-01-18 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hotel conversions gain traction in China’s office market amid high vacancies

Snippet: In Hangzhou, one office building now houses around 10 hotels, alongside restaurants, photography studios and second-hand luxury stores

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3340179/hotel-conversions-gain-traction-chinas-office-market-amid-high-vacancies

[2026-01-18 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can China’s cosmetics brands rival K-beauty and refashion global markets?

Snippet: Once the top export market for South Korean cosmetics, Chinese firms lead at home and have made headway overseas – but gaps remain

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3340143/chinas-cosmetics-brands-stepping-out-k-beautys-shadow-set-sights-global-markets

[2026-01-17 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In wake of Trump post, calls mount for China to impose rate cap on online loans

Snippet: Beijing tightened oversight of China’s online lending market last year, but many are still borrowing, especially those of younger generations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3340182/trump-urges-cap-credit-card-rates-could-china-follow-suit-online-loans

[2026-01-17 19:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: SHKP sells all 229 Sierra Sea units on offer as buyers cautiously return

Snippet: Last weekend, SHKP sold all 213 units on offer at the same project, underscoring that demand was returning to the market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3340255/shkp-tests-market-resilience-new-batch-flats-hong-kongs-sierra-sea-project

[2026-01-17 17:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Customs posts strong revenue start to 2026 with Rs. 106.6 billion - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Customs has recorded a strong start to revenue collection in 2026, with earnings reaching 106.6 billion rupees during the first 13 days of January, exceeding two-thirds of the monthly target of 160.2 billion rupees, official figures show.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/17/breaking-news/935434/sri-lanka-customs-posts-strong-revenue-start-to-2026-with-rs-106-6-billion/

[2026-01-16 22:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Carlos Yulo, Alex Eala share Athlete of the Year honors from PH sportswriting org

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/sports/carlos-yulo-alex-eala-athlete-year-philippine-sportswriters-association-2025/

[2026-01-16 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China dominates global humanoid robot market with over 80% of installations

Snippet: AgiBot and Unitree help China capture bulk of global deployments in 2025 as market heads for sixfold growth by 2027, report says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3340142/china-dominates-global-humanoid-robot-market-over-80-installations

[2026-01-16 19:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s finance chief warns of market volatility, pledges support for families

Snippet: Amid market swings, Financial Secretary Paul Chan urges fiscal prudence and vows to review child tax breaks to tackle record-low birth rate

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/education/article/3340151/hong-kongs-finance-chief-warns-market-volatility-pledges-support-families

[2026-01-16 12:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks slip on profit-taking after TSMC’s upbeat AI outlook

Snippet: Hang Seng Index retreats despite TSMC’s earnings outlook bolstering confidence in AI-related demand and lifting risk appetite globally

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3340082/hong-kong-stocks-advance-investor-confidence-ai-driven-demand

[2026-01-16 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Study shows Hong Kong must do better to end illegal shark fin trade

Snippet: A recent study showed products from endangered species are still entering Hong Kong’s market, revealing worrying gaps in oversight

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3340008/study-shows-hong-kong-must-do-better-end-illegal-shark-fin-trade

[2026-01-16 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka’s apparel industry strengthens UK market presence at Source Fashion London - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s apparel industry made a strong and impactful presence at Source Fashion London 2026, held from January 13-15 at Olympia London, United Kingdom, reinforcing the country’s position as a reliable and competitive global sourcing destination.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/business/934517/sri-lankas-apparel-industry-strengthens-uk-market-presence-at-source-fashion-london/

[2026-01-16 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: InsureMe strengthens market capability with Reinsurance Broking Licence - DailyNews

Snippet: Insureme one of Sri Lanka’s leading insurance intermediary and InsurTech-enabled risk solutions provider has further strengthened its market offering with the receipt of a Reinsurance Broking Licence from the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/business/934453/insureme-strengthens-market-capability-with-reinsurance-broking-licence/

[2026-01-16 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: beauty pageants

Snippet: People New faces are dominating the Miss World Philippines 2026 stage People ‘Thank you for the light you shared’: Remembering beauty queen Sara Jane Paez-Santiago Jan 15, 2026 11:15 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Pageants Myrna Esguerra’s Miss International 2025 run was shaped by ‘good pressure’ Dec 8, 2025 4:08 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Pageants Myrna Esguerra finishes proud and strong after Miss

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/beauty-pageants/

[2026-01-15 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Jailed Chinese AI chatbot developers appeal in landmark pornography case

Snippet: Defendants given prison sentences for creating sexual content for profit via their AI emotional companions

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3339908/jailed-chinese-ai-chatbot-developers-appeal-landmark-pornography-case

[2026-01-15 06:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CSE surpasses ASPI milestone - DailyNews

Snippet: The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) reached a new milestone yesterday (14) with the All-Share Price Index (ASPI) closing on 23,708.70 points breaking the previous ASPI record of 23,659.70 set on November 12, 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/local/934253/cse-surpasses-aspi-milestone/

[2026-01-15 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why mortgage subsidies could be key to getting China’s consumers spending

Snippet: Beijing is striving to boost household spending amid an economic slowdown. But first it needs to stabilise the housing market, scholars say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3339874/why-mortgage-subsidies-could-be-key-getting-chinas-consumers-spending

[2026-01-15 00:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Alibaba, JPMorgan said to back Chinese chip firm’s Hong Kong listing

Snippet: Montage Technology could raise up to US$900 million in an IPO as soon as this month, sources say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3339916/alibaba-jpmorgan-said-invest-chinese-chip-designer-montages-hong-kong-listing

[2026-01-15 00:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Colombo Stock Exchange ASPI hits record high - DailyNews

Snippet: The All Share Price Index (ASPI), the benchmark of the Colombo Stock Exchange, surged to a new all-time high of 23,708.70 points today (14), surpassing the previous record of 23,659.70 set on November 12, 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/breaking-news/933781/colombo-stock-exchange-aspi-hits-record-high/

[2026-01-14 23:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Share of young Hongkongers owning subsidised flats halves in 30 years: study

Snippet: Buying a 500 sq ft private flat now costs the equivalent of 18.4 years of median household income, compared with 5.6 years in 2002, study shows

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3339911/pushed-ladder-young-hongkongers-subsidised-flats-halve-20-years

[2026-01-14 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Huawei reclaims top spot over Apple in China smartphone market

Snippet: Huawei turns to China-designed processors to complete a rebound from US sanctions and ship nearly 47 million smartphones domestically

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3339863/huawei-reclaims-top-spot-over-apple-china-smartphone-market-after-chip-breakthrough

[2026-01-14 21:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: AI concerns and slow growth put brakes on EU job market

Snippet: For a short time during the pandemic, workers across Europe enjoyed rare leverage over their employers. Generous furlough and reduced working-hour programs such as Germany's Kurzarbeit helped companies offset staffing costs. Offices became optional thanks to remote work.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/european-eurozone-job-labor-market-unemployment-company-hiring-practice-covid-19-ai-automation/a-75394016

[2026-01-14 21:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Vocational Training must evolve to meet job market needs - Min Pannila - DailyNews

Snippet: The Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment, Professor Upali Pannila, has emphasized the need to align vocational training courses with current job market demands.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/local/933669/vocational-training-must-evolve-to-meet-job-market-needs-min-pannila/

[2026-01-14 20:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘One of a kind’: tributes pour in for David Webb, Hong Kong’s ‘voice of integrity’

Snippet: Financial and civic leaders remember former activist investor, hailed for his fearless pursuit of corporate transparency and accountability

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339884/one-kind-tributes-pour-david-webb-hong-kongs-voice-integrity

[2026-01-14 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | China’s new property pivot is coming. Expect full stabilisation ahead

Snippet: As property curbs to boost spending hit practical limits, a push to stabilise assets is now being seen as a prerequisite for consumer confidence

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3339640/china-set-double-down-property-market-stability

[2026-01-14 19:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s stock rally on AI optimism to stretch fundraising frenzy in 2026

Snippet: Tech companies on Shanghai, Shenzhen exchanges now trade nearly 40 per cent above the Nasdaq 100, boosting the appeal of going public

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3339859/chinas-valuation-driven-stock-rally-ai-optimism-stretch-fundraising-frenzy-2026

[2026-01-14 17:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Kuaishou taps global debt market with first US dollar, yuan bonds

Snippet: Kuaishou is China’s second-largest short-form video platform and the third-largest mobile app in the country by total user time spent

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3339826/chinese-short-video-giant-kuaishou-taps-global-debt-market-us-dollar-yuan-bonds