[2026-01-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Financial management, discipline critical for SME growth - DailyNews

Snippet: Seylan Bank’s Assistant General Manager, Marketing and Sales, Asiri Abhayaratne said that financial management and discipline are critical to the survival and growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Unlike large corporations, SMEs often operate with limited capital and narrow profit margins, making careful planning and control of finances essential.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/08/business/929776/financial-management-discipline-critical-for-sme-growth/

[2026-01-08 05:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Najeriya: Yan adawa sun shirya tunkarar APC

Snippet: An dai share lokaci ana wata ganawa a tsakanin PDP da tsoho na shugaban Najeriya Goodluck Ebele Jonathan da jam'iyyar ke fatan tsaya mata takara ta shugaban kasa a zaben da ke tafe, a yayin da daya daga cikin masu takara a Jam'iyyar ADC Atiku Abubakar ke fadin ba shi da niyyar janyewa a takarar.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ha/najeriya-yan-adawa-sun-shirya-tunkarar-apc/a-75425725

[2026-01-08 01:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: land reclamation in the Philippines

Snippet: Environment Worsening floods? Stop Manila Bay reclamations, say groups Top 5 News Today Philippine Coast Guard probes dredger broadcasting multiple identities | The wRap Jan 7, 2026 10:11 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Philippine News PCG probes Manila Bay reclamation dredger with multiple identities Jan 7, 2026 10:15 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Mindanao PRA to probe reclamation in Matugas’ Siargao luxury resort Jan

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

[2026-01-08 00:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s Sino Land and Great Eagle secure Kowloon site for US$206 million

Snippet: Acquisition of 41,226 sq ft plot – which could yield 570 homes – reflects confidence in the property market’s recovery as sales rebound

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3339090/hong-kongs-sino-land-and-great-eagle-secure-kowloon-site-us206-million

[2026-01-08 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Soaring prices, but shrinking demand as China’s memory chip market falters

Snippet: China’s spot market for memory chips is surging on tight global supply, but Shenzhen vendors say sky-high quotes are scaring off buyers

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3339065/soaring-prices-shrinking-demand-chinas-memory-chip-market-falters

[2026-01-07 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Not just a Dry January alternative, the rise of non-alcoholic beers

Snippet: Non-alcoholic or zero beers are a growing section of the drinks market and for many represent a stepping stone towards greater sobriety

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3338985/non-alcoholic-beers-arent-just-dry-january-alternative-how-theyre-so-much-more

[2026-01-07 21:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CSE halts trading after irregular opening prices - DailyNews

Snippet: The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) announced the cancellation of all trades on Wednesday following unusual opening prices in newly listed Wealth Trust Securities.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/breaking-news/929409/cse-halts-trading-after-irregular-opening-prices/

[2026-01-07 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Furniture retailer Ikea to close 7 stores in China amid property market slump

Snippet: The firm plans to open more than 10 small-format outlets in key cities over a two-year period

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3339068/furniture-retailer-ikea-close-seven-stores-china-amid-property-market-slump

[2026-01-07 20:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Подлодка РФ сопровождает танкер, за которым следят США

Snippet: Россия направила подводную лодку и "другие военно-морские силы" для сопровождения нефтяного танкера Bella 1 в нейтральных водах Атлантического океана, за которым следит корабль береговой охраны США, а также несколько американских военно-транспортных самолетов. Об этом в среду, 7 января, сообщает The Wall Street Journal со ссылкой на американского чиновника. По информации CBS News, США планируют взять танкер на абордаж.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/rossijskaa-podvodnaa-lodka-soprovozdaet-neftanoj-tanker-za-kotorym-sledat-ssa/a-75415801

[2026-01-07 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Amid rivalry with US, silver can be seen as China’s new industrial leverage

Snippet: Beijing’s export controls are simply about following the logic of the market and geopolitics in the interest of the nation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3338897/amid-rivalry-us-silver-can-be-seen-chinas-new-industrial-leverage

[2026-01-07 07:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SEC, CSE step up engagement with advisors - DailyNews

Snippet: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC), in collaboration with the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), has intensified efforts to improve the quality and efficiency of public listings by conducting an awareness session for Corporate Finance Advisors, underscoring their pivotal role in safeguarding investor confidence and market integrity.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/business/928799/sec-cse-step-up-engagement-with-advisors/

[2026-01-07 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Share Market Statistics on 06.01.2025 - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/business/928772/share-market-statistics-on-05-01-2025-2/

[2026-01-07 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: WealthTrust Securities to begin trading on CSE Diri Savi Board - DailyNews

Snippet: Shares of WealthTrust Securities Limited (“WTS”), following the successful completion of its Initial Public Offering (IPO), are set to begin trading tomorrow on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Diri Savi Board under the ticker symbol “WLTH-N-0000”.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/business/928840/wealthtrust-securities-to-begin-trading-on-cse-diri-savi-board/

[2026-01-07 01:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Can developing countries leapfrog fossil fuels?

Snippet: Mozambique is at a crossroads. On its northern coast, billions of dollars' worth of offshore gas projects could bring significant new revenue. At the same time, the country is a hydro powerhouse with huge untapped solar and wind potential.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/at-a-crossroads-fossil-fuel-powered-investments-or-renewables-profit/a-75243684

[2026-01-06 21:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: MPF assets reach record high of US$199 billion amid Hong Kong stock market rally

Snippet: Each of the MPF’s 4.79 million members recorded an average of HK$323,590 in their account at the end of 2025

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3338941/mpf-assets-grow-record-us199-billion-back-hong-kong-stock-market-rally

[2026-01-06 20:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: McDonald’s Philippine rival Jollibee to list global business in the US by 2027

Snippet: The spin-off and potential US listing of Jollibee Foods Corporation would include all of the company’s businesses outside its home market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3338926/mcdonalds-philippine-rival-jollibee-list-global-business-us-2027

[2026-01-06 17:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Rappler

Title: Dell revives XPS brand with new laptops to boost PC market share

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/dell-revives-xps-brand-laptops-ces-2026/

[2026-01-06 14:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Pakistan cricket team arrives in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: The Pakistan national cricket team arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday evening (05) ahead of the Twenty20 International series.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/06/breaking-news/928345/pakistan-cricket-team-arrives-for-t20i-series-slc-to-donate-tour-profit-to-rebuilding-sri-lanka/

[2026-01-06 14:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Samsung likely to flag 160% jump in Q4 profit as AI boom stokes chip prices

Snippet: Semiconductor prices have rocketed as the industry’s shift to AI-related chips has curbed production for traditional memory

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3338849/samsung-likely-flag-160-jump-fourth-quarter-profit-ai-boom-stokes-chip-prices

[2026-01-06 13:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Tesla’s China sales hit record as EV buyers race to beat tax increase

Snippet: US carmaker’s share of world’s biggest EV market declines to slightly more then 4 per cent amid stern challenge from local rivals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3338842/teslas-china-sales-hit-monthly-record-ev-buyers-race-beat-tax-increase

[2026-01-06 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s robotics sector will need 5 years to reach its ‘EV moment’, PE firm says

Snippet: The robotics sector was estimated to have raised over US$8.15 billion in 2025, up more than 170 per cent from the year before

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china-future-tech/robotics/article/3338734/chinas-robotics-sector-will-need-5-years-reach-its-ev-moment-says-metax-investor

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | Hong Kong favoured as wealth planning platform, bank CEO says

Snippet: City’s stock market and incentives will continue to attract family offices from around Asia-Pacific, Bank of Singapore’s Hong Kong CEO says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3338709/hong-kong-gains-favour-platform-wealth-planning-family-offices-2026-bank-ceo

[2026-01-06 06:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Global security concerns for 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: The world has undeniably become more violent and disorderly. Indeed, the number of armed conflicts is now at its highest since the end of World War II. We saw 2025 as the year where countries showcased their willingness to exploit economic linkages and supply-chain vulnerabilities as instruments of coercion and geopolitical leverage.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/06/general-opinion/927888/global-security-concerns-for-2026/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Share Market Statistics on 05.01.2025 - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/06/business/927862/share-market-statistics-on-05-01-2025/

[2026-01-06 00:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Maduro ya gurfana kotu a New York

Snippet: Wannan ce bayyanarsa ta farko a gaban kotu, bayan garkuwa da shi a birnin Caracas a wani farmakin da dakarun Amurka suka kai a ranar hudu ga watan Janairun 2026, wanda ya share fagen shirin Washington na mamaye kasar mai arzikin man fetur.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ha/maduro-ya-gurfana-kotu-a-new-york/a-75396602

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Baidu and Huawei tighten grip on China’s GPU cloud as chipmakers chase IPOs

Snippet: A Frost & Sullivan report shows Baidu and Huawei far ahead in China’s GPU cloud market, reflecting the fast adoption of home-grown AI chips

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3338800/baidu-and-huawei-tighten-grip-chinas-gpu-cloud-chipmakers-chase-ipos

[2026-01-05 23:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Massive bluefin tuna nets over $3 million at Tokyo auction

Snippet: Japan's Kiyomura Corp paid 510 million yen (roughly €2.8 million or $3.25 million) for a single bluefin tuna at auction in Tokyo on Monday, the highest price ever paid at the annual New Year auction that's now held at the Toyosu fish market.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/massive-bluefin-tuna-nets-over-3-million-at-tokyo-auction/a-75392213

[2026-01-05 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Gold, oil jolted by US assault on Venezuela as investors recalibrate

Snippet: Gold and oil move in opposite directions as attack underscores gold’s haven value, fails to alter oil market’s supply glut

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3338771/gold-oil-jolted-us-assault-venezuela-investors-recalibrate-amid-commodity-boom

[2026-01-05 17:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Rappler corrections

Snippet: RAPPLER Corrections: February 2026 Bulletin Board Corrections: January 2026 Jan 5, 2026 2:45 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Bulletin Board Corrections: December 2025 Dec 3, 2025 9:09 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Bulletin Board Corrections: November 2025 Nov 13, 2025 2:38 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Rappler Corrections Corrections: September 2025 Sep 2, 2025 5:42 AM

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

[2026-01-05 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Why China is still struggling to ‘invest in people’

Snippet: To boost demand, Beijing must upend its long-held mantra of production over livelihoods and investment over consumption

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3338496/why-china-still-struggling-invest-people

[2026-01-05 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: "Gem, jewellery, tourism key areas for sustainable forex earnings” - DailyNews

Snippet: The government has identified the gem and Jewellery sector, together with tourism, as a priority area for sustainable foreign exchange earnings, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Overseas Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath told FACETS Sri Lanka – 2026″ International Gem and Jewellery Exhibition which commenced on Saturday (3) in Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/05/business/927326/gem-jewellery-tourism-key-areas-for-sustainable-forex-earnings/

[2026-01-05 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut export earnings top historic USD 1Bn milestone - DailyNews

Snippet: For the first time in the nation’s history, Sri Lanka’s export revenue from coconut and coconut-based products has officially surpassed the one billion US dollar mark. According to data from the Export Development Board, earnings surged to USD1,033.9 million between January and October 2025, marking a remarkable 43.83% growth compared to the corresponding period in 2024.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/05/business/927312/coconut-export-earnings-top-historic-usd-1bn-milestone/

[2026-01-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coast Guard arrests two with banned agrochemicals in Ranminithenna, Kirinda areas - DailyNews

Snippet: Coast Guard personnel arrested two suspects along with a large stock of illegally smuggled banned agrochemicals in Ranminithenna and Kirinda areas on Friday (2).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/05/local/927213/coast-guard-arrests-two-with-banned-agrochemicals-in-ranminithenna-kirinda-areas/

[2026-01-04 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: At 82 and 70, married influencers show it’s never too late to go viral

Snippet: Robert and May Leong have been posting online since 2022, with their quirky dance and comedy reels finding wide appeal

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3338391/retirees-and-social-media-stars-share-their-offbeat-humour-and-dance-moves

[2026-01-04 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | How Hong Kong can complement Hainan’s free-trade port

Snippet: Jointly designed customs rules could be used in pilot schemes to smooth the customs process for international business

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3338196/how-hong-kong-can-work-hainan-ease-entry-chinas-market

[2026-01-04 17:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong to boost tech, financial services integration during AI boom: Paul Chan

Snippet: Minister hails city’s role as global capital market for mainland Chinese tech firms, citing AI chipmaker Biren’s 82 per cent gains at debut

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3338660/hong-kong-boost-tech-and-financial-services-integration-amid-ai-boom-paul-chan

[2026-01-04 14:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: SM Prime withdraws Baguio public market redevelopment proposal

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/sm-prime-withdraws-baguio-public-market-redevelopment-proposal/

[2026-01-04 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: MindRank in Phase 3 trial with first AI-assisted new drug

Snippet: The company was aiming for approval in the second half of 2028, paving the way for a market launch in 2029

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3338618/mindrank-phase-3-trial-chinas-first-ai-assisted-new-drug-cutting-rd-costs-60

[2026-01-04 12:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Trump says US is taking control of Venezuela’s oil reserves - DailyNews

Snippet: President Donald Trump on Saturday said the US would take control of Venezuela’s massive oil reserves and recruit American companies to invest billions of dollars to refurbish the country’s gutted oil industry.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/04/breaking-news/926886/trump-says-us-is-taking-control-of-venezuelas-oil-reserves/

[2026-01-04 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: At 75, Snoopy has conquered the Gen Z market. How did the beagle do it?

Snippet: Snoopy’s enduring appeal continues to boost Peanuts’ brand now – it has more than 1,200 licensees around the world

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3338275/75-snoopy-has-conquered-gen-z-market-and-collaborates-global-luxury-brands

[2026-01-03 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: What are China’s hottest jobs as AI reshapes the labour market?

Snippet: The structural shift in China’s labour market will make digital skills mandatory as new opportunities emerge and traditional work tapers off

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3337290/what-are-chinas-hottest-jobs-ai-reshapes-labour-market

[2026-01-03 15:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong property market hits 4-year high in 2025 as sales top US$79 billion

Snippet: December was the 10th consecutive month where new home transactions exceeded 1,500, the first time the trend was seen in more than 21 years

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/property/hong-kong-china/article/3338597/hong-kong-property-market-hits-4-year-high-2025-sales-top-hk616-billion

[2026-01-03 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: More issuers turn to Dubai listings as yuan bonds gain traction in Middle East

Snippet: Dubai’s dim sum bond momentum points to investor confidence in China and diversification from the US dollar, says regulator

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3338120/more-issuers-turn-dubai-listings-yuan-bonds-gain-traction-middle-east

[2026-01-02 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: No ‘piecemeal’ steps: Chinese journal urges more support for property sector

Snippet: Top Communist Party journal calls on officials to roll out a stronger policy package in one go, rather than following ‘piecemeal-style’ approach

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3338537/china-should-intervene-more-decisively-shore-property-market-top-party-journal

[2026-01-02 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s box office up 22% in 2025 to US$7.4 billion, led by smash hit Ne Zha 2

Snippet: World’s second-largest movie market sees domestic films capture nearly 80 per cent of sales, while Disney’s Zootopia sequel sets new high for imported titles

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3338521/chinas-box-office-22-2025-us74-billion-led-record-breaking-ne-zha-2

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In the new world order, market power trumps military might. Can China compete?

Snippet: Changing metrics of competition are reshaping the international systems built around Western dominance, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3338443/new-world-order-market-power-trumps-military-might-can-china-compete

[2026-01-02 13:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong stocks jump into 2026 with biggest surge since May

Snippet: Investors expect Beijing’s ‘policy pivot’ to continue, with a focus on demand-side stimulus and stabilising the housing market, analyst says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3338452/hong-kong-stocks-jump-2026-investors-bet-continued-bull-run

[2026-01-02 13:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Operation Santa Claus: elderly Hongkongers find new purpose on rooftop farms

Snippet: Farm the City is charity founded in 2018 by three farming enthusiasts to share benefits of connecting with nature with city dwellers, especially elderly residents

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3338450/operation-santa-claus-elderly-hongkongers-find-new-purpose-rooftop-farms

[2026-01-02 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s M&A revival points to deeper investor confidence in growth prospects

Snippet: Deal value is expected to rise, with strategic transactions and overseas ambitions driving momentum

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3338262/chinas-ma-market-poised-2026-expansion-investors-regain-confidence-assets

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | New strategy for the Northern Metropolis may be a game changer

Snippet: The more agile corporate-led strategy, which balances government leadership with market mechanics, could be a blueprint for managing other projects

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3338389/new-strategy-northern-metropolis-may-be-game-changer