Topic: Law & Courts — Neutral reports only
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[2026-02-13 16:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In a significant move to expedite legal proceedings against corruption, the Ministry of Justice and National Integration has begun converting four official residences previously occupied by former ministers into special High Courts.
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[2026-02-13 16:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Government must overcome three major challenges, including dealing with insurance issues tied to property rights and potential legal disputes, John Lee says
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[2026-02-13 14:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Kathy Ruemmler is the most high-profile banking exit after the release of the latest Jeffrey Epstein documents
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[2026-02-13 14:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: US President Donald Trump has reversed a key Obama-era scientific ruling that underpins all federal actions on curbing planet-warming gases.
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[2026-02-13 09:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-02-13 08:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ruling limits state supervision of Chinese-controlled hub, prompting sovereignty warning from Washington and sharp rebuttal from Beijing
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[2026-02-13 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: This review of a Supreme Court judgment (L.A. Sudath Rohana, W.L. Livera vs. Mohamed Cassim Mohamed Zeena, L.A. Sudharshana (SC H.C. C.A. L.A. NO. 111/2010])focuses on a critical procedural dispute regarding the mandatory requirements for notifying respondents when filing an appeal. The central issue is whether an application for leave to appeal from a Provincial High Court can be dismissed “in limine” (at the threshold) due to a failure to follow the specific notification procedures set out in the Supreme
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[2026-02-13 06:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Supreme Court yesterday terminated proceedings in nine Fundamental Rights petitions that challenged the appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as Inspector General of Police (IGP), following his removal from office through a Parliamentary process.
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[2026-02-13 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-02-13 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A case filed against former Minister Johnston Fernando and two others for allegedly taking Sathosa employees away from their duties, and instead, getting them engaged in political activities, was yesterday fixed for further trial on March 06 by the Colombo High Court.
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[2026-02-13 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s assurance that the rule of law will be firmly established in the country within this year will indeed be welcomed by all right-thinking and law-abiding citizens of this country. This indeed is one area where all past leaders had failed the nation. In fact, the leaders themselves were responsible for acting in breach of the law on many occasions.
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[2026-02-12 23:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Conglomerate says authorities have ‘advanced steps towards a forced exit’ of Panama Ports Company (PPC) and are preparing to transition port operations
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[2026-02-12 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Abby Binay (full married name: Mar-len Abigail Sombillo Binay-Campos) is a lawyer who has been mayor of Makati City since 2016. She was formerly the representative of Makati’s 2nd District from 2007 to 2016.
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[2026-02-12 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Supreme Court has officially concluded the proceedings regarding the controversial 2024 appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as Inspector General of Police (IGP).
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[2026-02-12 16:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Investigation into firm’s governance could last six months, with one analyst warning of damage to bilateral ties
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[2026-02-12 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: While it is relatively easy filing for divorce under today’s laws, the court must still consider complex factors of needs and matrimonial assets
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[2026-02-12 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Big-spending loser who was told by agent to bet responsibly, was aware of gambling risks, has case thrown out by court
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[2026-02-12 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: Life and Style Sex and Sensibilities: Is Bad Bunny the antidote to toxic masculinity? Business [Good Business] Closeup’s viral ad redux: We love you, but stay hidden Feb 12, 2026 8:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied MovePH Call us by our names: Trans Filipinos demand legal gender recognition Jul 4, 2025 7:52 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied BrandRap Dr.
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[2026-02-12 09:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Pressure builds as Republican fractures emerge, a symbolic House vote on tariffs advances and a pivotal Supreme Court ruling looms
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[2026-02-12 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Four others get suspended sentences Split verdict regarding charges
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[2026-02-12 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Attorney General’s Department, representing the Attorney General, informed Fort Magistrate Isuru Nettikumara yesterday (11) that it maintains its stance regarding the release of former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne from the youth disappearance case.
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[2026-02-12 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Trincomalee High Court has ordered the release on bail of Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thera and 10 other suspects who were remanded in custody in connection with the Trincomalee Buddha statue incident.
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[2026-02-12 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Colombo Fort Magistrate Isuru Nettikumara yesterday ordered the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) to appear in Court on March 11 to explain the 11-year delay in receiving Attorney General’s instructions regarding a case filed against Venerable Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera.
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[2026-02-12 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Anuradhapura Provincial High Court has ordered seven officials, including the Provincial Governor, the Provincial Chief Secretary, the Secretary of the Public Service Commission, and the Provincial Education Ministry Secretary to appear in Court on February 27 regarding the appointment of principals in the North Central Province in violation of Government circulars and regulations.
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[2026-02-11 21:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Former Secretary to the President, Saman Ekanayake, has been remanded until February 18 after being produced before court today in connection with an ongoing case involving the alleged misuse of public funds.
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[2026-02-11 20:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Four Buddhist monks, including Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero, along with six other individuals, were granted bail by the Trincomalee High Court today (11).
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[2026-02-11 18:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: ‘It’s assault, physical assault. It’s a crime anywhere in the world, especially in Singapore,’ said a Philippine labour official
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[2026-02-11 18:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Wan Wenguo, captain of the Hong Kong-flagged NewNew Polar Bear, denies damaging a key gas link between Finland and Estonia in 2023
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[2026-02-11 18:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Gampaha High Court Trial-at-Bar today (11) sentenced 12 suspects to death in the high-profile murder case of former MP Amarakeerthi Athukorala and his personal security officer, with the three-judge bench delivering a split verdict.
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[2026-02-11 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thero and nine others, including the incumbent of the Sri Sambuddha Jayanthi Bodhiraja Viharaya, Venerable Kalyanawansa Tissa Thero, were produced before the Trincomalee Magistrate’s Court today (Feb 11).
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[2026-02-11 14:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Gampaha High Court is set to deliver its verdict today (11)in the trial concerning the 2022 mob assault and murder of Polonnaruwa District MP Amarakeerthi Athukorala and his security guard.
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[2026-02-11 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Successful 27km trial unlocks vast carbon dioxide transport potential, bridging geographical gaps to accelerate a process seen as vital to large-scale decarbonisation
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[2026-02-11 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: No smear tactics or coercive sanction from Lai’s supporters or Western benefactors will weaken Hong Kong’s determination to safeguard national security
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[2026-02-11 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Court of Appeal was informed yesterday that the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has withdrawn a controversial letter endorsing projects aimed at promoting and developing LGBTQ tourism in Sri Lanka.
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[2026-02-11 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The resounding victory of Sanae Takaichi in the recent Japanese snap election has reaffirmed the confidence placed in her by Japanese voters. In fact, Sanae brought the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) its biggest electoral victory in its 71-year history, fueling her ambitions to pursue a political agenda which she herself says could “split public opinion”.
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[2026-02-11 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Supreme Court has settled a protracted family property dispute by ruling that a mother is entitled to reclaim a property gifted to her daughter on the ground of gross ingratitude.
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[2026-02-11 00:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: New rules tighten compliance deadlines, forcing platforms to remove flagged AI-generated content and misinformation within hours or face legal action
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[2026-02-11 00:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: RT News
Snippet: Prosecutors at The Hague are seeking 45 years in prison for Hashim Thaci, accusing the former president of command responsibility for war crimes the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) committed during and immediately after the 1998-99 conflict that tore up Yugoslavia.
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[2026-02-10 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Critics of the former media boss’ sentencing should remember that he was not on trial for his beliefs, but rather for a clearly defined crime against national security
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[2026-02-10 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ryeoun stars as a serial killer and medical genius on trial for multiple murders, while veteran Sung Dong-il plays his defence lawyer
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[2026-02-10 20:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Philippine Supreme Court in a landmark decision has ruled that same-sex couples can be considered co-owners of property.
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[2026-02-10 15:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Court considers defendant’s psychological health and accepts Social Welfare Department’s recommendation to place him on probation for one year
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[2026-02-10 14:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The world’s best sprinter goes for a historic 18th straight win in the Group One Queen’s Silver Jubilee Cup (1,400m) on February 22
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[2026-02-10 14:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A case filed against former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s son Yoshitha Rajapaksa and his great aunt Daisy Forrest under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, was yesterday fixed for April 24 by the Colombo High Court.
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[2026-02-10 14:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A case filed against former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and two other accused for allegedly causing an unlawful loss to the Government by misusing public funds belonging to the Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation (SLRC) by purchasing 600 GI pipes was yesterday fixed for March 14 by the Colombo High Court.
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[2026-02-10 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The court arrived at the sentences based on the law and the evidence, consistent with the role and responsibilities of the city’s independent judiciary
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[2026-02-10 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Under a new proposal, workers would dispute their firings to a Trump-led agency, not an independent board
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[2026-02-10 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Anutin Charnavirakul has claimed victory in Thailand’s General Election, with preliminary vote counts putting his ruling conservatives well ahead of their rivals.
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[2026-02-10 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Supreme Court yesterday terminated proceedings relating to five Special Determination petitions challenging the constitutionality of the proposed Protection of Occupants Bill, 2025, after being informed that the Government had decided to revisit the draft legislation.
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[2026-02-10 05:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyer links agreeing to any public testimony to a deal from the White House
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