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

Source: Rappler

Title: Apps

Snippet: Philippine News Ano’ng ibig sabihin ng…? Nasa app na ang diksiyonaryong Filipino ng KWF! Tech Features [Tech Thoughts] Discord’s ‘Teen-by-Default’ settings are a mixed bag for users Feb 15, 2026 9:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied MovePH What’s your dating app horror story?

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/apps/

[2026-02-18 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: With Blades of the Guardians, Yuen Woo-ping revives the wuxia blockbuster

Snippet: Hong Kong martial arts choreographer and director Yuen Woo-ping returns with an epic wuxia, starring Wu Jing and Nicholas Tse

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343880/director-yuen-woo-ping-revives-wuxia-blockbuster-blades-guardians

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In London, a Singaporean artist reimagines St Sebastian, the LGBTQ icon

Snippet: A film by Ming Wong, artist in residence at London’s National Gallery, recasts St Sebastian with Asian actors and questions identity

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3343859/singaporean-artist-ming-wong-reimagines-saint-and-lgbtq-icon-london-gallery

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Singaporean started aikido in her 60s in poor health. Now 73, she’s a black belt

Snippet: The Japanese martial art helped Lily Chan get off osteoporosis medication and massively improved her overall health and mobility

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3343703/73-year-old-singaporean-aikido-black-belt-only-started-learning-her-60s

[2026-02-17 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In Milan, you can adopt a centuries-old statue and give it a new life

Snippet: The building of Milan’s Duomo started in 1386 and ended in 1965. Now, some of its centuries-old statues are being restored under an adoption scheme

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3343809/how-milan-duomos-old-sculptures-are-getting-new-life-adopt-statue-programme

[2026-02-17 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Ponyo exhibition invites visitors into Hayao ⁠Miyazaki’s ocean world

Snippet: The ‘Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo’ exhibition at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles includes rare artwork and production sketches

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3343694/ponyo-exhibition-invites-visitors-hayao-miyazakis-ocean-world

[2026-02-17 20:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | Blades of the Guardians: Wu Jing leads star-studded Chinese martial arts epic

Snippet: Starring Wu Jing, Nicholas Tse and Chen Lijun, the visually stunning Blades of the Guardians is one of the fiercest wuxia films in years

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343820/blades-guardians-movie-review-wu-jing-leads-star-studded-chinese-martial-arts-epic

[2026-02-17 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | Jackie Chan’s hot streak continues with Panda Plan: The Magical Tribe

Snippet: Panda Plan: The Magical Tribe manages to overcome its previous instalment’s failings to become a fun, wholesome family adventure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343714/panda-plan-magical-tribe-movie-review-jackie-chan-delivers-wholesome-family-fun

[2026-02-17 17:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Which zodiac signs must appease the tai sui in the Year of the Horse 2026?

Snippet: Horses, Rats, Oxen and Rabbits clash with the tai sui in the Year of the Fire Horse. Here’s how you can mitigate the adverse effects

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-zodiac/article/3343797/how-appease-tai-sui-year-horse-2026-and-what-watch-out

[2026-02-17 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: A match made in Singapore? ‘Aunties, not algorithms’ aims to woo US singles

Snippet: Burnt-out US-based singles could win a free luxury trip if they ditch the dating apps and opt to let outspoken older women play Cupid

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3343791/singapore-aims-woo-us-singles-aunties-not-algorithms-matchmaking-push

[2026-02-17 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Which Crazy Rich Asians star are you, according to the Chinese zodiac?

Snippet: To celebrate Chinese New Year, we look at the zodiac through the lens of the cultural landmark film, which featured Michelle Yeoh, Ken Jeong, Awkwafina and Henry Golding

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3343696/which-crazy-rich-asians-star-are-you-according-chinese-zodiac

[2026-02-17 01:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | We Are All Strangers: Anthony Chen’s epic look at fatherhood in Singapore

Snippet: A beautiful conclusion to Anthony Chen’s ‘Growing Up’ trilogy, We Are All Strangers is a study of family and love in all its forms

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343664/berlin-2026-we-are-all-strangers-movie-review-epic-look-fatherhood-singapore

[2026-02-16 22:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chow Tai Fook-linked firms set for record US$192 million hit in Giordano case

Snippet: Hong Kong watchdog says share dealings dating back to 2016 triggered a mandatory offer obligation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3343758/chow-tai-fook-linked-firms-set-record-us192-million-hit-giordano-case

[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 20:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | Night King: Dayo Wong, Sammi Cheng lead enjoyably fluffy nightclub comedy

Snippet: While slightly disjointed and overlong, Night King delivers a fun blend of romance and nostalgic glamour set in Hong Kong’s nightclub scene

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343732/night-king-movie-review-dayo-wong-sammi-cheng-lead-enjoyably-fluffy-nightclub-comedy

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: What are the best days to start work after the Lunar New Year break?

Snippet: Kick-start the Year of the Horse by returning to work on an auspicious day. A Hong Kong feng shui master reveals which days to avoid

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-zodiac/article/3343481/best-days-start-work-after-lunar-new-year-2026-break-good-fortune

[2026-02-15 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese tourists flock to Korea for beauty treatments ahead of Lunar New Year

Snippet: Korean dermatology clinics have seen a surge in Chinese customers of late and are courting them via Chinese social media

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3343397/chinese-tourists-flock-south-korea-beauty-treatments-ahead-lunar-new-year

[2026-02-15 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Why is Harry Potter enemy Draco Malfoy trending ahead of the Year of the Horse?

Snippet: Draco Malfoy’s Chinese name reflects how the character for ‘horse’ influences China’s language, culture, greetings, translations and more

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3343396/why-harry-potter-enemy-draco-malfoy-trending-ahead-year-horse

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why these 2 films from Hong Kong director Allen Fong are New Wave masterpieces

Snippet: ‘Father and Son’ and ‘Ah Ying’, which both won best film at the Hong Kong Film Awards, are compelling neo-realist explorations of Hong Kong

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343267/why-hong-kong-new-wave-director-allen-fongs-father-and-son-and-ah-ying-are-true-gems

[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

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: This Singapore-based executive lost 21kg in 9 months and cured his knee pain

Snippet: Weighing 93kg was a wake-up call for Ben Payet, whose health journey fixed a knee issue that threatened to stop him running for good

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3343270/how-singapore-based-executive-lost-21kg-9-months-and-cured-his-knee-pain

[2026-02-15 13:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Rappler

Title: At this regular dating event, people pitch their friends to potential lovers

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/people/human-interest/find-potential-lover-pitch-a-friend-irl-manila/

[2026-02-15 13:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Love and Relationships

Snippet: Human Interest [Two Pronged] A lonely wife deals with homesickness, communication issues Human Interest At this regular dating event, people pitch their friends to potential lovers Feb 15, 2026 10:53 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Human Interest Love in the shadow of goodbye Feb 14, 2026 4:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Thought Leaders [Between Islands] Love in the unsaid: How Filipinos, Japanese differ

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/love-and-relationships/

[2026-02-15 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Conspiracy Chocolate’s mahjong set brings good luck this Lunar New Year

Snippet: The local Hong Kong chocolatier – known for its Coa and Bakehouse collaboration bars – launches its 13 Orphans mahjong set for the Year of the Horse

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343445/conspiracy-chocolates-mahjong-set-unites-good-luck-and-tastiness-chinese-new-year

[2026-02-15 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China dating scene sees rise in ‘hunter-style lovers’ who are attentive and caring

Snippet: Growing number of love seekers are on the lookout for observant and thoughtful partners; experts say trend is based on science

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3343124/china-dating-scene-sees-rise-hunter-style-lovers-known-attentiveness-and-caring-nature

[2026-02-15 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why do South Korea’s Hallyu heroes find taxes so … taxing?

Snippet: As K-culture conquers the world, its wealthy stars keep falling foul of a tax system ‘that has not yet fully caught up’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3343517/why-south-koreas-hallyu-heroes-find-taxes-so-taxing

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: My Take | Social media’s ‘becoming Chinese’ trend can only be a force for good

Snippet: Respectful experimentation with Chinese lifestyle habits can further understanding and engagement between people of different cultures

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3343595/social-medias-becoming-chinese-trend-can-only-be-force-good

[2026-02-14 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Asian-American comedians get a new platform to have their voices heard

Snippet: Jokes with JoySauce is part of a US streaming channel that gives a home to Asian-American talent across film, comedy and reality TV

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343390/asian-american-comedians-get-platform-joysauce-have-their-voices-heard

[2026-02-14 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Retro romance: Reclaiming the '80s at Albay's queer speed dating night

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/people/human-interest/queer-speed-dating-retro-event-albay-valentines-day/

[2026-02-14 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: LGBTQ+ community

Snippet: Top 5 News This Week Top 5 News This Week: Robin says youth are ‘weak’; the ‘Tsinators’; Bato, Bong Go are ‘co-perpetrators’ Human Interest Retro romance: Reclaiming the ’80s at Albay’s queer speed dating night Feb 14, 2026 7:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsbreak Podcasts and Videos Order in the Court: Same-sex couples can now be property co-owners Feb 13, 2026 2:23 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X

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

[2026-02-14 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: LGBTQ+ rights

Snippet: Top 5 News This Week Top 5 News This Week: Robin says youth are ‘weak’; the ‘Tsinators’; Bato, Bong Go are ‘co-perpetrators’ Human Interest Retro romance: Reclaiming the ’80s at Albay’s queer speed dating night Feb 14, 2026 7:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsbreak Podcasts and Videos Order in the Court: Same-sex couples can now be property co-owners Feb 13, 2026 2:23 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X

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

[2026-02-14 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Profile | Who is Shin Hye-sun, star of Netflix K-drama The Art of Sarah?

Snippet: Breaking out in 2016’s Five Enough, Shin Hye-sun has gone on to make her mark in series including Mr. Queen and Welcome to Samdal-ri

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/k-drama/k-drama/article/3343323/who-shin-hye-sun-versatile-actress-k-dramas-mr-queen-and-art-sarah

[2026-02-14 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 8 hot wellness trends in 2026, from women’s longevity to ‘health raves’

Snippet: Here are some of the top wellness trends predicted for 2026, including a focus on women’s health, ‘neurowellness’ and reducing over-tracking

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3343389/8-hot-wellness-trends-2026-womens-longevity-and-sports-health-raves

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Video | Dating in China as a senior citizen

Snippet: Although in their golden years, seniors remain hopeful they can find someone to spend the rest of their lives with

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/culture/article/3343449/only-01-chance-elderly-chinese-look-love-shenzhens-matchmaking-corner

[2026-02-13 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Kids’ day out: meet Wallace & Gromit and friends at new London exhibition

Snippet: An interactive exhibition in London is giving a behind-the-scenes look at some of Aardman Animations’ most popular creations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343410/chicken-run-wallace-gromit-london-exhibition-marks-50-years-aardman-animations

[2026-02-13 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Profile | How Hong Kong actress Athena Chu escaped the sex symbol trap after early fame

Snippet: Athena Chu navigated beyond her initial ‘sexy goddess’ image to become an acclaimed, gritty actress and devoted family woman

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343404/how-hong-kong-actress-athena-chu-escaped-sex-symbol-trap-after-chinese-odyssey-fame

[2026-02-13 19:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Thailand plays down ‘too expensive’ concerns from South Korean visitors

Snippet: The perceived squeeze on the wallet is a result of exchange rate volatility rather than the kingdom’s inflation, tourism officials say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3343469/thailand-plays-down-too-expensive-concerns-south-korean-visitors

[2026-02-13 19:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Almost half of Filipinos willing to trust cheating partners again, survey says

Snippet: The survey covers six types of cheating: physical, emotional, cyber, object and financial infidelity, as well as micro-cheating

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3343464/almost-half-filipinos-willing-trust-cheating-partners-again-survey-says

[2026-02-13 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | The Art of Sarah: Shin Hye-sun leads fashion-world mystery K-drama

Snippet: Shin Hye-sun stars as a luxury boss faking it in the elite fashion world whose sudden murder is investigated by Lee Joon-hyuk’s detective

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/k-drama/k-drama/article/3343315/netflix-k-drama-art-sarah-review-shin-hye-sun-leads-glitzy-fashion-world-mystery

[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 15:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | What it’s like to stay on The Ritz-Carlton’s Luminara superyacht

Snippet: From Aman to Four Seasons, hotel groups are taking on the high seas with luxury cruises – here’s what it’s like on Ritz-Carlton’s Luminara

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/travel-hotels/article/3343415/luminara-ritz-carlton-yacht-collection-takes-luxury-cruising-whole-new-level

[2026-02-13 07:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can drinking tea and coffee reduce dementia risk? Yes, according to a study

Snippet: A study conducted over 43 years suggests drinking two to three daily coffees, or one to two cups of tea, for a reduced risk of dementia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3343295/drinking-tea-and-coffee-every-day-may-lower-dementia-risk-boost-cognitive-function

[2026-02-12 20:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Review | The Snowball on a Sunny Day: Mark Six miss turns into mayhem in family comedy

Snippet: This witty Lunar New Year film follows a woman pretending to have won the Mark Six lottery after failing to buy the winning ticket

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343193/snowball-sunny-day-movie-review-family-comedy-doubles-love-letter-cinema

[2026-02-12 20:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Alibaba’s Qwen tops 120 million orders in 6 days amid China’s AI shopping battle

Snippet: Campaign has sparked a behavioural shift towards AI-powered shopping, which Alibaba says is becoming a more popular lifestyle choice

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3343289/alibabas-qwen-tops-120-million-orders-6-days-amid-chinas-ai-shopping-battle

[2026-02-12 18:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘We didn’t cry easily’: Philippine senator slammed for calling Gen Z ‘weak’

Snippet: Robin Padilla was criticised for downplaying depression and not being sensitive to the social and economic problems faced by young Filipinos

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3343300/philippine-senator-slammed-calling-gen-z-filipinos-weak-we-didnt-cry-easily

[2026-02-12 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Don’t rely on Apple Watch to point out you may have high blood pressure: study

Snippet: Researchers say the watch’s failure to alert nearly 60 per cent of individuals with undiagnosed hypertension creates ‘false reassurance’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/gadgets/article/3343165/apple-watch-shouldnt-be-relied-alert-possible-hypertension-study

[2026-02-12 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Drink in Focus: Off Wave at Dead Poets

Snippet: The shochu-based cocktail, part of the bar’s Liquid Gallery menu, is inspired by Hokusai’s art and blends Japanese flavours

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343265/drink-focus-wave-dead-poets