[2026-01-21 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Ex-South Korean PM sentenced to 23 years in martial law case

Snippet: A South Korean court has sentenced former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 23 years in prison for his role in ex-President Yoon Suk-yeol’s failed attempt to impose martial law in December 2024.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/631248-south-korean-insurrection-sentense/

[2026-01-21 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Why so many states reject bloc rivalry to choose partnership with China

Snippet: It’s a calculated choice to keep growth, infrastructure momentum and policy space alive in a world that punishes the economically exposed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3340606/many-states-partnership-china-makes-more-sense-rivalry

[2026-01-21 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia media groups urge action after reporter allegedly assaulted at event

Snippet: The incident follows the detention of another journalist under the Sedition Act, sharpening concerns about intimidation and press freedom

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3340668/malaysia-media-groups-urge-action-after-reporter-allegedly-assaulted-over-question

[2026-01-21 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Topic:Energy Industry

Snippet: Since 2022, the WA government has already tipped $300 million into propping up the insolvent Indian-owned miner, which is more than $1 billion in debt.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/topic/energy-industry

[2026-01-21 17:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why Japan PM’s election bet will not repair damaged ties with China

Snippet: With challenges from the populist right and a new centrist alliance, Sanae Takaichi may not get her hoped-for stronger mandate

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3340660/why-japan-pms-election-bet-will-not-repair-damaged-bilateral-ties-china

[2026-01-21 17:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Premier Czech kupił globus. Szukał Grenlandii

Snippet: W obliczu napięć geopolitycznych wokół Grenlandii czeski premier Andrej Babisz nabył sprawdzony przedmiot do nauki geografii: - Kupiłem globus za 15 tysięcy koron, aby dokładnie wiedzieć, gdzie leży Grenlandia – powiedział dziennikarzom. W przeliczeniu jest to ponad 600 euro. W mediach społecznościowych 71-letni polityk spotkał się z wieloma złośliwymi komentarzami.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/pl/premier-czech-kupi%C5%82-globus-szuka%C5%82-grenlandii/a-75581910

[2026-01-21 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Foot in the door or trap? Risks of Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Southeast Asia

Snippet: Nations are likely to try to avoid early commitment while steering clear of outright rejection to minimise US retaliation, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3340651/why-southeast-asia-wary-trumps-pay-play-global-peace-board

[2026-01-21 17:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: South Korea’s ex-PM Han gets 23 years in prison for insurrection

Snippet: A ‌judge said Han Duck-soo ‘disregarded his duty and responsibility as prime minister until the very end’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3340661/south-koreas-ex-pm-han-gets-23-years-prison-insurrection-tied-martial-law

[2026-01-21 16:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong authorities could vet construction firm directors to tighten oversight

Snippet: Development chief says government could extend checks beyond project’s authorised person to help plug loopholes after Tai Po fire

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340652/hong-kong-authorities-may-vet-construction-firm-directors-strengthen-oversight

[2026-01-21 16:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Kurds vs. Syrian government troops: What you need to know

Snippet: In Syria, a battle of wills that has gone on for almost a year has now turned violent.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/kurds-vs-syrian-government-troops-what-you-need-to-know/a-75580975

[2026-01-21 15:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: PM Harini engages in high-level bilateral meetings at World Economic Forum - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated in a series of high-level bilateral meetings on January 20 on the sidelines of the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/breaking-news/937457/pm-harini-engages-in-high-level-bilateral-meetings-at-world-economic-forum/

[2026-01-21 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Game changer’: Philippines eyes French boost for maritime defence

Snippet: The project is expected to significantly expand the coastguard’s fleet at a time of growing operational demands in Philippine waters

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3340588/philippines-eyes-game-changer-maritime-defence-french-shipbuilding-boost

[2026-01-21 12:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong official fired, faces criminal probe following online ‘perks’ posts

Snippet: Ricky Cheng’s trip to Macau suspected of breaching provisions under Prevention of Bribery Ordinance regarding civil servants, government says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3340620/calls-probe-after-hong-kong-official-posts-about-alleged-ferry-hotel-perks

[2026-01-21 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As I see it | How Donald Trump could break up Canada

Snippet: While the US president has focused on intimidating Canada’s federal officials, he might be better served by concentrating on Alberta

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3340386/how-donald-trump-could-break-canada

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka’s rating outlook heading to positive territory - Economist - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s 2026 outlook is strong on the back of political stability and policy continuity with a growth forecast closer to 3.5-4%, and country’s rating outlook is expected to change from stable to positive this year, Economist Saurav Anand told the launch of the Standard Chartered Global Focus Economic Outlook 2026 in Colombo yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/business/937255/sri-lankas-rating-outlook-heading-to-positive-territory-economist/

[2026-01-21 06:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: President in Jaffna marks a departure from the past - DailyNews

Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake received a rousing welcome in Jaffna during his visit, which coincided with Thai Pongal celebrations. His visit and the cheerful welcome he received from people in the North carry greater symbolic meaning. In national politics, long polarised along ethnic lines, such a reception for a visiting Head of State elected with majority votes from the majority community is an achievement in healing past wounds and bringing about reconciliation among different communities for common prosperity.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/general-opinion/937185/president-in-jaffna-marks-a-departure-from-the-past/

[2026-01-21 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Import tax a measure to control foreign exchange outflow - Deputy Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government has imposed a 3% tax on vehicle importers to control the outflow of foreign exchange from the country, Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera informed Parliament yesterday (20).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937340/import-tax-a-measure-to-control-foreign-exchange-outflow-deputy-minister/

[2026-01-21 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: No hurry to debate No-Confidence Motion against PM - Sajith - DailyNews

Snippet: Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa told Parliament yesterday it is questionable why this Government is rushing to debate No-Confidence Motion submitted by the Opposition’s when the Education Minister is not in the country.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/politics/937301/no-hurry-to-debate-no-confidence-motion-against-pm-sajith/

[2026-01-21 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Daily News

Title: No evidence of inferior coal being used in Norochcholai - Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government will respond if Opposition claims are proven with evidence that the use of the so-called inferior quality coal for power generation will cause environmental hazards and other issues, Environment Minister Dr. Dhammika Patabendi told Parliament yesterday (20). The Minister emphasised that the Government is not prepared to answer any questions raised by the Opposition about claims on any adverse effects which could result from the usage of inferior quality coal for power generation without providing any proof or

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937363/no-evidence-of-inferior-coal-being-used-in-norochcholai-minister/

[2026-01-21 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 14th National Party Congress lays foundation for Viet Nam’s leap in Socialism construction - JVP General Secretary - DailyNews

Snippet: The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam (CPV) will be a historic milestone, laying the groundwork for a new leap in Socialism construction and economic growth in Viet Nam, said Tilvin Silva, General Secretary of Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (People’s Liberation Front – JVP).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937274/14th-national-party-congress-lays-foundation-for-viet-nams-leap-in-socialism-construction-jvp-general-secretary/

[2026-01-21 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: IChemc captivates future scientists at EDEX Expo 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: The IChemC stall at the EDEX Expo 2026, held from January 16-18 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), attracted significant attention from students and parents who were eager to explore opportunities in the field of chemical sciences.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/business/936993/ichemc-captivates-future-scientists-at-edex-expo-2026/

[2026-01-21 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Hemas announces transformation drive ‘Project Fusion’ - DailyNews

Snippet: Hemas Holdings PLC announced a significant transformation drive; Project Fusion aimed at accelerating the Group’s growth through faster decision making, greater agility and stronger data driven capabilities.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/business/937042/hemas-announces-transformation-drive-project-fusion/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: PARLIAMENT - DailyNews

Snippet: ‘Govt will build 16,000 houses for ‘Aswesuma’ beneficiaries’

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/politics/937319/parliament-87/

[2026-01-21 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Police thanks UAE Govt. for helping combat transnational crimes - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Police yesterday expressed gratitude to the UAE Government and Authorities for cooperation in combating Transnational crimes.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937289/sri-lanka-police-thanks-uae-govt-for-helping-combat-transnational-crimes/

[2026-01-21 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Misuse of power by politicians, officials a major issue - COPE Chairman - DailyNews

Snippet: Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) Chairman, MP Dr.Nishantha Samaraweera stated that the excessive or insufficient use of power by politicians and state officials remains a primary issue in the country.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937374/misuse-of-power-by-politicians-officials-a-major-issue-cope-chairman/

[2026-01-21 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Private sector national minimum wage increased to Rs.30,000 - DailyNews

Snippet: The government has decided to increase the national minimum wage for private sector employees by Rs.3,000, effective from January 1. Under this decision, the previous national minimum wage of Rs.27,000 will rise to Rs.30,000.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937389/private-sector-national-minimum-wage-increased-to-rs-30000/

[2026-01-21 05:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Syria gives Kurds 4 days to accept integration as US signals end of support

Snippet: The government announced a new truce after seizing swathes of territory from the Syrian Democratic Forces

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/middle-east/article/3340614/syria-gives-kurds-4-days-accept-integration-us-signals-end-support

[2026-01-21 05:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: La justice belge statuera le 17 mars sur un procès Lumumba

Snippet: Y aura-t-il un procès Patrice Lumumba en Belgique ? La famille de l'ancien Premier ministre congolais assassiné a dit ce mardi (20 janvier) son espoir d'obtenir enfin "justice et vérité", lors d'une audience judiciaire cruciale à Bruxelles, soixante-cinq ans après les faits.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/fr/lumumba-proces-decision-17-mars/a-75584805

[2026-01-21 05:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Greenland PM warns islanders to prepare for possible US invasion

Snippet: The government is forming a task force and working on guidelines for the population, amid Trump’s threats to take over the territory

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3340613/greenland-pm-warns-islanders-prepare-possible-us-invasion

[2026-01-21 02:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Rappler

Title: Senate minority: Romualdez is either complicit or negligent | The wRap

Snippet: Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/video/daily-wrap/january-20-2026/

[2026-01-21 00:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Australia approves gun buy-back, hate crime reforms after Bondi attack

Snippet: New legislation limits firearm access, sets up a gun buy-back programme, and tackles hate speech

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/australasia/article/3340599/australia-stiffens-hate-crime-gun-laws-after-bondi-jewish-festival-shooting

[2026-01-20 23:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Death toll rises to 9 after explosion at north China rare earth steel plant

Snippet: The safety practices of Baotou Steel Group, the factory’s owner, have frequently come under criticism from authorities

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3340592/death-toll-rises-9-after-explosion-north-china-rare-earth-steel-plant

[2026-01-20 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Why isn’t Trump learning from past foreign policy mistakes?

Snippet: From Venezuela and Iran to Greenland and Canada, US interventions and threats risk spillovers and retaliation – as history shows

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/world-opinion/article/3340443/trumps-blunt-interventions-risk-undermining-us-interests

[2026-01-20 22:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong earmarks Kai Tak site among 3 plots for private student hostel projects

Snippet: Sha Tin and Tung Chung sites also among those the government will open for interest to develop into private student hostels to ease housing pressure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340582/hong-kong-earmarks-kai-tak-site-among-3-plots-private-student-hostel-projects

[2026-01-20 22:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s He Lifeng warns of ‘law of the jungle’, blasts protectionism, at Davos

Snippet: Amid escalating transatlantic rifts fuelled by Donald Trump, vice-premier urges global cooperation, free trade and dialogue, pledging to boost imports and open China’s market

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3340581/chinas-he-lifeng-warns-against-law-jungle-davos-trump-roils-europe

[2026-01-20 22:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s mega embassy in London approved, clearing way for Starmer visit

Snippet: The prospect that Britain would block the planned new embassy had cast doubt on the prime minister’s planned trip to China this month

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3340578/chinas-mega-embassy-london-gets-green-light-clears-way-starmer-visit

[2026-01-20 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China targets hi-tech industries, household spending in 2026 with policy package

Snippet: Beijing announces support for small businesses and the tech sector, after 2025 economic data shows heavy reliance on exports

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3340573/china-targets-hi-tech-industries-domestic-demand-2026-new-policy-package

[2026-01-20 21:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Africa's key elections to watch in 2026: What's at stake

Snippet: As several African countries head to the polls in 2026, election outcomes will directly shape leadership, policy priorities, and democratic credibility at home, while also influencing regional alliances and global security cooperation.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/africa-2026-elections-guide-ethiopia-south-africa-ramaphosa-uganda-zambia/a-75558971

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Baseline Road phase III extension gets green light to restart - DailyNews

Snippet: The government is set to restart construction on Phase III of the Baseline Road Extension Project, a key infrastructure initiative designed to ease traffic congestion in the capital.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/local/936859/baseline-road-phase-iii-extension-gets-green-light-to-restart/

[2026-01-20 20:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government to resume Kivul Oya Reservoir project - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the resumption of the Kiwul Oya Reservoir Development Project, a major irrigation initiative aimed at addressing severe water shortages in the Vavuniya and Mullaitivu districts.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/local/936845/government-to-resume-kivul-oya-reservoir-project/

[2026-01-20 19:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China expels former intelligence official Gao Yichen from party for corruption

Snippet: Discipline watchdog condemns ‘retired but not resting’ vice-minister for taking bribes and ‘wantonly’ amassing wealth after leaving office

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3340540/china-expels-former-intelligence-official-gao-yichen-communist-party-corruption

[2026-01-20 19:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Bulgaria: President Radev steps down before snap election

Snippet: Bulgarian politician Rumen Radev on Monday announced that he will officially resign as the nation's president on Tuesday. He will be replaced by Vice President Iliana Yotova, who will serve in his stead until new elections are held.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/bulgaria-president-radev-steps-down-before-snap-election/a-75572086

[2026-01-20 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Chiz Escudero

Snippet: Inside Track Why hasn’t the Senate ethics panel acted on the complaint vs Escudero? Philippine News Romualdez liable in flood control mess – Senate minority ‘report’ Jan 20, 2026 4:10 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsbreak Podcasts and Videos Top political stories of 2025: Leadership shake-ups in the Philippine government Dec 28, 2025 4:05 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsbreak Podcasts and Videos Top

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

[2026-01-20 19:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Meet Colm Feore, who plays Tommy Norris’ lawyer Nate in Landman

Snippet: His credits include Thor and The Amazing Spider‑Man 2, and he won a Gemini Award for his portrayal of Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3340535/meet-colm-feore-who-plays-tommy-norris-lawyer-nate-aka-neil-landman

[2026-01-20 18:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Crossing a line: did military spies help a student fly drones into North Korea?

Snippet: What began as a student’s claim of hunting radioactive waste has spiralled into a scandal linking military spies to dangerous border flights

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3340527/south-korea-probes-if-spies-funded-drones-flown-north-student

[2026-01-20 17:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Govt allots two days for no-confidence debate against PM - DailyNews

Snippet: Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated in Parliament today (20) that the government is prepared to debate the no-confidence motion filed by the opposition against Minister of Education Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on January 22 and 23.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/local/936793/govt-allots-two-days-for-no-confidence-debate-against-pm/

[2026-01-20 17:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong strives to be ‘fortress’ that safeguards digital security: I&T chief

Snippet: City will respond to national initiatives, Sun Dong says, noting that today’s cyber warfare is a ‘full-spectrum contest’ that integrates AI

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340519/hong-kong-strives-be-fortress-safeguards-digital-security-it-minister-says

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China signals global AI push as MiniMax CEO joins meeting with Premier Li Qiang

Snippet: Last January, DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng met the Chinese premier in the same setting following the start-up’s rapid rise to prominence

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3340515/china-signals-global-ai-push-minimax-ceo-joins-meeting-premier-li-qiang

[2026-01-20 16:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: How the BARMM vote works

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

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/bangsamoro-barmm-elections-process/

[2026-01-20 16:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Himachal farmers gherao secretariat, demand implementation of Supreme Court land policy - DailyNews

Snippet: Farmers and orchardists from across Himachal Pradesh on Monday staged a massive protest and gherao outside the state Secretariat, demanding immediate implementation of the Supreme Court’s directions to frame a clear policy for regularisation.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/breaking-news/936761/himachal-farmers-gherao-secretariat-demand-implementation-of-supreme-court-land-policy/