Topic: Lifestyle — Neutral reports only
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[2025-12-25 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From Seoul to London to New York, bars buck the minimalist trend with boldly flavoured, classy drinks that create a multisensory experience
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[2025-12-25 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Profiles of Chow Yun-fat, Faye Wong and Deanie Ip and a look at Donnie Yen’s early films were among stories popular with readers this year
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[2025-12-25 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Horse pose, also known as horse face pose or vatayanasana, is a challenging yoga pose that boosts hip mobility, strength and concentration
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[2025-12-24 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Studies show that laughter reduces stress, boosts immunity, heart health and even lowers pain – ‘it’s like you’ve taken pain medication’
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[2025-12-24 19:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Critics say the romantic comedy ‘Princess Goes to School’ risks softening perceptions of North Korea’s regime
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[2025-12-24 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Some conductors are visibly moved by the music, but Korean maestro Baek Yoon-hak takes that concept a step or two further
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[2025-12-24 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Poignant closures included Stockton, The Daily Tot and Foxglove, but 2025 was also the year of the neighbourhood bar, from Mius and Oasis to Sugar King
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[2025-12-24 15:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From Boxing Day through Sunday, enjoy a French Riviera lunch at La Petite Maison (LPM), a modern Indian sharing brunch at Leela, and festive dim sum at Duddell’s
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[2025-12-24 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The art of carving stone stamps, the popularity of egg waffles, a twist on cheongsam – check out these Chinese culture stories from 2025
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[2025-12-24 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Widely regarded as the birthplace of Japanese culture, Nara offers everything from Unesco World Heritage sites to ryokans and bars
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[2025-12-24 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Wellness and hospitality companies are also getting in on the act, from American fitness chain Equinox to Italian restaurant Cipriani
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[2025-12-24 07:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Some New York restaurants are offering smaller portions at lower prices to appeal to those on hunger-reducing GLP-1 weight-loss medications
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[2025-12-23 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Fans of Hallmark’s feel-good and family-friendly TV films are taking tours around locations in Connecticut, home to at least 22 productions
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[2025-12-23 22:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The giant flower find has renewed calls among researchers to rename its genus, which honours British colonial official Thomas Raffles
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[2025-12-23 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Australasian Dance Collective’s show is an imaginative combination of technology and dance but the choreography is disappointing
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[2025-12-23 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Sterile AI-driven designs at the Bi-City Biennale of Urbanism\Architecture are at odds with a group’s efforts to preserve community stories
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[2025-12-23 15:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Animator Wong Ping and ceramicist Heidi Lau share the Sigg Prize 2025, a contemporary art prize awarded by Hong Kong’s M+ museum
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[2025-12-23 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: While some say Japanese knowledge is a fair demand, others worry it will introduce ‘roadblocks’ at a time when the country needs more workers
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[2025-12-23 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Horsemeat is a central part of Kazakh and Central Asian culture and, for the team at Yurt, there was no question of it not being on the menu
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[2025-12-23 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Social media may be awash with recipes, but book fans cite their appreciation for high-quality narratives and photography in a tangible form
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[2025-12-22 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Starring Yoo Ji-tae, Lee Min-jung, Lee Beom-soo and Kwak Do-won, new Korean drama Villains is already in danger of being quickly forgotten
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[2025-12-22 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The upscale mall in Hong Kong’s Central district is undergoing a multimillion-dollar, three-year redevelopment for a new generation of shoppers
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[2025-12-22 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: ‘A Veiled Revelation’ sees Hung Fai disrupt his previous, more calculated style to reveal a chaotic vulnerability in his newer works
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[2025-12-22 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Once tied to Taoist deity processions, the parade has grown into one of Penang’s largest and most multicultural street festivals
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[2025-12-21 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Need a show or two to binge this Christmas season? Check out some of the best shows from 2025, such as the stand-out Adolescence on Netflix
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[2025-12-21 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Chor Yuen’s Duel for Gold, Clans of Intrigue and Jade Tiger may be less famous than some of his other films, but are just as groundbreaking
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[2025-12-21 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Horse oil is said to intensely hydrate skin, fortify hair, and diminish the appearance of wrinkles, but research is lacking on such claims
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[2025-12-21 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Knai Bang Chatt, an eco-friendly seaside resort in Kep, left stressed-out Cathy Hilborn Feng feeling realigned from the inside out
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[2025-12-21 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: When stars shine brightest in the glare of publicity, the darkness that follows can feel absolute. This December, three more lights went out
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[2025-12-21 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Christer Ekberg started helping people keep fit after noticing that many people aged 50 and above gave up on fitness and physical strength
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[2025-12-20 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From Oxford’s ‘rage bait’ to Macquarie Dictionary’s ‘AI slop’, 2025 WOTYs show the influence of the virtual world on our daily lives
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[2025-12-20 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Lee Min-ho may be joining Moon Ga-young in period drama Scent of the Night, while Han Hyo-joo has been confirmed to appear in Your Ground
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[2025-12-20 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From a Chinese-style eggnog to creative takes on mulled wine, check out these Hong Kong bars and their innovative cocktail menus
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[2025-12-20 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Candles, fireplaces, and incense and oil burners can add ambience and soothing scents – but they’re best enjoyed in moderation, experts say
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[2025-12-20 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Japan’s conservative politicians are against changing the centuries-old tradition of a male heir for the throne
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[2025-12-20 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From US singer marrying Malaysian sultan to Chinese paraglider cheating death, here are our stories that have gone viral in 2025
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[2025-12-20 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Fiancée asks ex if he ‘enjoyed the tights and underwear’ he bought for her; court rules ‘private items’ provided ‘emotional value’ to both parties
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[2025-12-20 11:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Malaysia was born as a federation in 1963, with some states considered ‘special’. China also once toyed with federal ideals
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[2025-12-19 20:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Pass and Goal, starring Gigi Leung and newcomer Chau Tsz-yuet, defies expectations with its feel-good story, good acting and funny dialogue
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[2025-12-19 19:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The officer became an unlikely internet sensation when a dashcam video showed him ripping apart a suspect’s car door ‘like a banana leaf’
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[2025-12-19 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Riding for the Disabled Association instructor Joelle Scott reveals some of the amazing ways equine therapy can help those with disabilities
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[2025-12-19 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Dried pomegranate seeds, also known as anardana, offer a deeper, complex flavour that is perfect for stews, spice rubs and more
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[2025-12-19 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Phuket is one of Southeast Asia’s most popular beach destinations, but at Trisara, one doesn’t have to compromise on privacy and luxury
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[2025-12-19 15:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: At his Hong Kong patisserie Mimmo, Domenico Giammarella is blending French techniques with Italian flair. But another Asian city is calling
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[2025-12-19 13:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Head to a Christmas market, buy restaurant dinnerware to help Tai Po Fire victims, watch Two Seasons, Two Strangers and more this weekend
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[2025-12-19 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Veronica Yip posed topless for a Hong Kong magazine and acted in erotic films before becoming a pop singer, TV fixture and a tycoon’s wife
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[2025-12-18 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Disabled and chronically ill people are often ghosted or rejected on mainstream dating apps. Dateability is evening the playing field
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[2025-12-18 21:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The reversal comes after videos of a dog being wheeled through the mall in a trolley stirred anger in the Muslim-majority country
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[2025-12-18 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: In an episode of her new Disney+ docuseries, Swift listened to this Barack Obama-recommended book by Liz Moore – now it’s coming to Netflix
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[2025-12-18 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Built on a split base of gin and shochu, this nuanced cocktail was created to mimic the architecture of a tomato tree, from trunk to leaf
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