[2026-02-22 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: NASA rules out March launch for manned moon mission over technical issues

Snippet: Star grazing in Texas: Telescope farm unites remote astronomers worldwide

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/21/nasa-rules-out-march-launch-for-manned-moon-mission-over-technical-issues

[2026-02-22 03:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Tagaytay lamb promo goes beyond the usual chops

Snippet: A trip to Tagaytay is often made for a number of reasons: the view of the lake from one of the many restaurants that line the ridge, the cooler weather — especially for those coming from Manila — and the food to be had, whether restaurant fare, coconut pie or fresh fruits and vegetables.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/22/the-sunday-times/places-and-palates/tagaytay-lamb-promo-goes-beyond-the-usual-chops/2282295

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

Source: AfricaNews

Title: WFP warns of imminent end to food aid in Somalia without new funding

Snippet: The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) warned Friday it would have to stop humanitarian assistance in Somalia by April if it did not receive new funding.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/02/21/wfp-warns-of-imminent-end-to-food-aid-in-somalia-without-new-funding/

[2026-02-21 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Food

Snippet: 'I believe creativity in the kitchen requires openness and courage. A certain level of freedom, even madness, is essential,' says Serrano, DIP Nikkei's head chef

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/life-and-style/food-drinks/

[2026-02-21 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Profiles

Snippet: 'I believe creativity in the kitchen requires openness and courage. A certain level of freedom, even madness, is essential,' says Serrano, DIP Nikkei's head chef

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/people/profiles/

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: The Frenzy Group’s Chinese New Year feast

Snippet: Frenzy, one of the longest-running society groups, held its annual Chinese New Year gathering at the posh Crystal Dragon at City of Dreams. The celebration featured a lavish eight-course dinner capped by four kinds of desserts, all beautifully crafted and presented in the refined style the restaurant is known for.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/21/entertainment-lifestyle/life-times/the-frenzy-groups-chinese-new-year-feast/2282686

[2026-02-20 22:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Water prisons, torture: UN urges crackdown on brutal Southeast Asia scam centres

Snippet: The agency’s latest report documents torture, sexual abuse, forced abortions, food deprivation and solitary confinement in the centres

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3344166/water-prisons-torture-un-urges-crackdown-brutal-southeast-asia-scam-centres

[2026-02-20 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Kind-hearted’ China grandma pays with hell money at food stalls, vendors agree

Snippet: 70-something grandmother ‘buys’ roasted chicken skewers, cakes, steamed stuffed buns using items she finds on road

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3343168/china-grandma-spends-hell-money-without-complaints-vendors-due-kind-personality

[2026-02-20 18:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Pakistan's charities put food on tables during Ramadan

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/en/pakistans-charities-put-food-on-tables-during-ramadan/video-76052762

[2026-02-20 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How to use oregano, and a sprinkling of recipes spotlighting the ‘pizza herb’

Snippet: Oregano works well with meat, tomatoes, pasta and pizza and is found in a wide range of cuisines. Be careful using the dried version, though

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343991/how-use-oregano-and-recipes-spotlight-pizza-herb

[2026-02-20 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Dessert] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Helen Goh’s recipe for rhubarb, pear and hazelnut crumble with browned butter | The sweet spot

Snippet: A bright, fruity pudding topped with a toasted pebbly crumb

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/food/2026/feb/20/rhubarb-pear-hazelnut-crumble-browned-butter-recipe-helen-goh

[2026-02-20 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese food, but make it fine dining? Chefs push back against stereotypes

Snippet: Forget fast food in boxes: chefs at upscale restaurants in the US are elevating Chinese cuisine to fine dining status, tasting menus and all

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343911/chinese-food-make-it-fine-dining-us-chefs-push-back-against-takeaway-stereotypes

[2026-02-20 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s Takaichi pushes to scrap food tax, ignoring economists’ warnings

Snippet: The newly reappointed prime minister is gambling 5 trillion yen a year on a popular election promise that could backfire badly

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3344015/japans-takaichi-pushes-scrap-food-tax-ignoring-economists-warnings

[2026-02-20 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: No LP Gas shortage, Laugfs supply delay has caused panic - Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co-operative Development Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe told Parliament that there is no LP Gas shortage as alleged by the Opposition, but a difficult situation has been created by the Laugfs Gas Company by delaying its supply that has caused panic buying by consumers.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/local/954836/no-lp-gas-shortage-laugfs-supply-delay-has-caused-panic-minister/

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

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The story of Georgian wine has been 8,000 years in the making | Wine

Snippet: Dubbed ‘the holiest of holies’, produce from this former Soviet republic today boasts a variety and deftness that’s sending sales surging

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/food/2026/feb/19/the-story-of-georgian-wine-has-been-8000-years-in-the-making

[2026-02-19 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Food] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Rachel Roddy’s recipe for chocolate and rosemary panna cotta | A kitchen in Rome

Snippet: A decadent, velvety and chocolatey set cream dessert infused with aromatic rosemary

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/food/2026/feb/19/rachel-roddy-recipe-chocolate-rosemary-panna-cotta

[2026-02-19 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Dish in focus: crab claw porichettu at Prince and the Peacock

Snippet: Chef Palash Mitra’s signature crab claw porichettu is a richly layered curry of mud and snow crab cooked in a traditional earthen pot

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343747/dish-focus-crab-claw-porichettu-prince-and-peacock

[2026-02-19 14:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why do Chinese love water chestnuts? All about the lucky ‘horse’s hoof’

Snippet: A humble and vastly underrated ingredient, water chestnuts are used in a popular Lunar New Year dessert and also have many health benefits

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343788/why-do-chinese-love-water-chestnuts-all-about-lucky-horses-hoof

[2026-02-19 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Food poisoning cases in Hong Kong must prompt swift mitigation efforts

Snippet: Amid the latest spate of illnesses, the city needs to adopt proactive and transparent strategies to ensure that customers can dine safely

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3343888/food-poisoning-cases-hong-kong-must-prompt-swift-mitigation-efforts

[2026-02-19 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Jayaflava celebrates Sri Lanka premieres on National Geographic South Asia - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka is about to step into the spotlight on one of the region’s most respected television platforms with the premiere of Jayaflava: Celebrating Sri Lanka, a six-part travel and food series hosted by Tasha Marikkar and airing on National Geographic South Asia.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/business/953890/jayaflava-celebrates-sri-lanka-premieres-on-national-geographic-south-asia/

[2026-02-19 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Japan - SL Economic Dialogue revived after ten years - DailyNews

Snippet: On Monday (16), the Intergovernmental Economic Policy Dialogue was reconvened for the first time in ten years since July 2016. The Dialogue was co-chaired by Japan’s Vice-Minister for International Affairs of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) Takehiko Matsuo, and Sri Lanka’s Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co-operative Development Ministry Secretary K.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/local/953813/japan-sl-economic-dialogue-revived-after-ten-years/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan travel warning after Hongkonger beaten with beer bottle in Sapporo

Snippet: Visitor beaten on head at a restaurant in the Japanese city, Chinese consulate says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3343938/japan-travel-warning-after-hongkonger-beaten-beer-bottle-sapporo

[2026-02-19 01:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: افغانستان؛ روژه او د توکو لوړې بیې

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/ps/afghanistan-muslims-face-soaring-food-costs-as-ramadan-begins/video-76023872

[2026-02-18 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: At Bangkok’s Aqua Bar, White Lotus luxury meets duck-inspired cocktails

Snippet: For its 20th anniversary, the Aqua Bar at the Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel in Bangkok has crafted cocktails that are a throwback to its past

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343813/anantara-siam-bangkok-hotels-aqua-bar-marks-20-years-cocktails-inspired-ducks

[2026-02-18 15:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hundreds evacuated after cooking mishap sparks false fire alarm in Hong Kong

Snippet: Firefighters find cooking pot that had boiled dry in flat where white smoke originated

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3343870/hundreds-evacuated-after-cooking-mishap-sparks-false-alarm-hong-kong-estate

[2026-02-18 07:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Peru President Jose Jeri ousted in ‘Chifagate’ scandal tied to China contractor

Snippet: Late-night meeting with Chinese businessman at a restaurant in Lima fuelled a probe and created major cross-party revolt

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3343850/peru-removes-president-jose-jeri-chifagate-scandal-tied-chinese-contractor

[2026-02-18 06:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Informative webinar on export registration procedures to Saudi Arabia - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Riyadh and the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), successfully conducted an informative webinar on the registration procedures and regulatory requirements for exporting products to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), with the participation of over 90 Sri Lankan export companies.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/business/953098/informative-webinar-on-export-registration-procedures-to-saudi-arabia/

[2026-02-18 05:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Le Burkina Faso veut renforcer sa production agricole

Snippet: Le Burkina Faso et les Nations unies ont signé, le 6 février, un engagement pour la recherche de financements pour mettre sur pied trois programmes dits "transformateurs" dans le secteur de l'agriculture. D'un montant de plus de 850 milliards de francs CFA, soit environ 1,5 milliard de dollars, ces programmes visent principalement à aider le pays à atteindre l'autosuffisance alimentaire, par le renforcement de sa production agricole.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/fr/production-agricole-burkina/a-76012202

[2026-02-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can Indonesia’s US$762 million Ramadan stimulus boost spending and growth?

Snippet: The package, which includes fare cuts and food handouts, is meant to keep people travelling and shopping, and help shore up early-growth momentum

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3343826/will-indonesias-us762-million-ramadan-stimulus-be-positive-boost-economy

[2026-02-17 19:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Dégel des relations entre Niamey et Alger

Snippet: Le chef du régime militaire du Niger, le général Abdourahamane Tiani, et le président algérien Abdelmadjid Tebboune ont affiché lundi un dégel de leurs relations bilatérales crispées depuis des mois, en annonçant notamment le lancement du premier tronçon du gazoduc transsaharien passant par le Niger.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/fr/niger-algerie-rechauffement/a-75999065

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Chinese people overcome challenges by ‘eating’ and ‘whipping’ the spring

Snippet: Seasonal festival rituals aim to promote agricultural abundance, include consumption of special food, striking of symbolic ox

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3343047/how-chinese-people-overcome-challenges-eating-and-whipping-spring

[2026-02-17 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Morre Robert Duvall, de "O Poderoso Chefão", aos 95 anos

Snippet: Robert Duvall, o ator americano vencedor do Oscar e conhecido por filmes marcantes como O Poderoso Chefão e Apocalypse Now, morreu aos 95 anos.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/pt-br/morre-robert-duvall-de-o-poderoso-chef%C3%A3o-aos-95-anos/a-75997047

[2026-02-17 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Thema opens Spice Ceylon Museum and Authentic Sri Lankan Restaurant in Matale - DailyNews

Snippet: A new culinary and cultural landmark emerged in the heart of Matale with the opening of the Spice Ceylon Museum and Authentic Sri Lankan Restaurant, housed in the restored LekamWalawwa.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/business/952328/thema-opens-spice-ceylon-museum-and-authentic-sri-lankan-restaurant-in-matale/

[2026-02-17 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: How New Anthoney’s changed Sri Lanka’s poultry industry - DailyNews

Snippet: In 1986, when Chairman Emil Stanley and his wife, Directress S.M.D. Marie Seetha Lakshmee, started a poultry farm in Hanwella with just 1,000 birds and a manual production facility, they had a simple dream: to provide quality, healthier chicken to families in their community. What began as a small operation focused on giving local families better meals would eventually evolve into something far more significant.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/business/952386/how-new-anthoneys-changed-sri-lankas-poultry-industry/

[2026-02-16 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: This TCM bar in China makes customers drinks based on its doctor’s diagnoses

Snippet: Shanghai bar Niang Qing is one of many new traditional Chinese medicine bars that offer bespoke wellness to China’s stressed-out youth

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343721/tcm-bar-china-makes-customers-drinks-based-its-doctors-diagnoses

[2026-02-16 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Disgusting’: pre-made Lunar New Year meals lose lustre for Chinese families

Snippet: Food fight between star influencer and restaurant chain becomes a hot potato at reunion dinner tables as hosts pick quality over convenience

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343660/chinese-families-cool-pre-made-meals-lunar-new-year-after-scandal

[2026-02-16 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: The A Cafe twisted with authentic Sri Lankan flavours - DailyNews

Snippet: Tucked away on the charming Alfred House Avenue in Colombo 03, The A Cafe—also known as The Avenue Cafe—opens its doors as more than just a place to eat. It is an experience thoughtfully designed for those who appreciate comfort, creativity, and real food made with heart. With its classic front porch welcoming guests at first glance, the café flows seamlessly into a cool, air-conditioned indoor dining space, private dining rooms for intimate gatherings, and an eco-friendly misty backyard filled

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/business/951709/the-a-cafe-twisted-with-authentic-sri-lankan-flavours/

[2026-02-16 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: MasterChef Sri Lanka to be flavoured by CBL Group as main sponsor - DailyNews

Snippet: CBL Group, one of Sri Lanka’s largest diversified food manufacturing conglomerates, has entered into a partnership with MasterChef Sri Lanka as a Main Sponsor, marking a significant collaboration that celebrates culinary excellence, creativity and local talent.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/business/951712/masterchef-sri-lanka-to-be-flavoured-by-cbl-group-as-main-sponsor/

[2026-02-15 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: He saw Guangzhou as a challenge. Now, his restaurant has a Michelin star

Snippet: Chef Louis Tam’s Chowa earned a Michelin star in Guangzhou, defying the city’s fine dining norms with his rebellious Japanese-French cuisine

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3342619/chowas-hong-kong-chef-saw-guangzhou-challenge-he-reveals-how-he-won-city-over

[2026-02-14 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How do couples who work together thrive? Ask these restaurant duos

Snippet: Four couples who work together in hospitality explain how they maintain thriving, loving partnerships when things get heated in the kitchen

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343173/atomix-ta-vie-how-couples-restaurants-turn-kitchen-pressure-partnerships

[2026-02-14 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 3 days of Lunar New Year traditions, from red envelopes to the Kitchen God

Snippet: Lunar New Year dates back 2,000 years and has many customs and traditions. Find out what to do on each day and why

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3343460/lunar-new-year-traditions-and-customs-each-day-holiday-food-haircuts

[2026-02-14 14:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 10 great Lunar New Year food and drink gifts available in Hong Kong

Snippet: From chic hampers with abalone and nuts to local gin, these gifts are great for giving – and sharing – to ring in the Year of the Horse 2026

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343318/10-great-lunar-new-year-food-and-drink-gifts-hong-kong-year-horse-gatherings

[2026-02-14 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Share where risky oysters are from, authorities urged after food poisoning cases

Snippet: Restaurants say demand has plunged amid calls for diners to avoid eating them raw as number of norovirus-related food poisoning cases rises

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3343555/share-where-risky-oysters-are-authorities-urged-after-food-poisoning-cases

[2026-02-14 12:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Thailand tackles mammoth human-animal problem with elephant birth control

Snippet: The vaccination drive has drawn criticism that it might undermine conservation efforts of an animal seen as a symbol of the nation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3343552/thailand-launches-wild-elephant-birth-control-stop-deadly-farm-raids

[2026-02-14 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: SBS News

Title: Gary wasn't impressed by Australia's dumpling scene. Now he's selling thousands a day

Snippet: Dumpling restaurant owner Gary Zhao is proud to offer a new twist on an old favourite. Source: SBS / SBS Chinese / Tianyuan Qu

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/small-business-secrets/article/gary-wasnt-impressed-by-australias-dumpling-scene-now-hes-selling-thousands-a-day/6cqp6gbvw

[2026-02-14 01:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meituan warns of US$3.5 billion loss amid intense food delivery price war

Snippet: Food delivery giant expects losses to continue into at least the first quarter of 2026 ‘due to ongoing competition’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3343538/chinas-meituan-warns-us35-billion-loss-amid-intense-food-delivery-price-war

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China overhauls CPI basket, with never-before-seen unveiling of its composition

Snippet: Beijing’s five-year recalibration aims to better reflect consumption, as policymakers shift weight away from food and housing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343465/china-overhauls-consumer-price-basket-never-seen-unveiling-its-composition

[2026-02-13 18:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Travel and Food | BrandRap

Snippet: This Valentine's season, local stars get surprised by Jollibee's JOY Bouquets that combine real flowers with menu favorites

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/brandrap/travel-and-food/

[2026-02-13 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The origins of Hong Kong-style borscht, and where to find the real thing

Snippet: Borscht found in Hong Kong is quite different from its Eastern European ancestors. A new restaurant has an authentic take on the dish

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343262/where-hong-kong-style-borscht-soup-comes-and-restaurant-serving-real-deal

[2026-02-13 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Legal action initiated into Ambuluwawa allegations: Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Agriculture, Lands, Livestock and Irrigation Minister K. D. Lal Kantha stated that investigations into the allegations regarding Ambuluwawa will be conducted strictly in accordance with the law.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/local/950738/legal-action-initiated-into-ambuluwawa-allegations-minister/