Topic: Politics — Neutral reports only
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[2025-12-04 04:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Donald Trump, who has backed Nasry Asfura, has alleged election fraud without evidence
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[2025-12-04 04:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Au Mali, près de 0,8 % de la population vit avec un handicap, selon les statistiques nationales. À l’Institut national des aveugles du Mali (Inam), l’inclusion se pratique concrètement dans les classes : dans une salle de neuvième année du premier cycle fondamental, on compte 35 élèves voyants, cinq malvoyants et douze non-voyants.
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[2025-12-04 03:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Dyplomatyczne wysiłki USA na rzecz zakończenia wojny w Ukrainie jak dotąd nie przyniosły sukcesu. Niemcy i inni partnerzy z NATO chcą zatem zwiększyć presję na Moskwę. Po ostatnich negocjacjach dotyczących Ukrainy w Moskwie minister spraw zagranicznych Niemiec Johann Wadephul sprecyzował dalszą niemiecką pomoc wojskową dla zaatakowanego przez Rosję kraju.
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[2025-12-04 01:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: The Indian government on Wednesday scrapped a recent directive to smartphone makers to install a non-removable cybersecurity app developed at its behest on new devices before purchase.
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[2025-12-03 22:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Luhut Pandjaitan says China’s technological prowess and deep pockets made it an ideal partner for propelling Indonesia’s economy
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[2025-12-03 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Tokyo’s position on the island is unchanged, the Japanese prime minister says in an apparent climbdown
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[2025-12-03 21:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: South Korean analyst Sung Ki-young says major powers are more likely to support incremental steps for peace rather than a sudden shift
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[2025-12-03 21:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Insurance sector hopefuls Chan Pui-leung and Simon Lam make appeals as discussions on post-fire recovery efforts dominate election forums
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[2025-12-03 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hunan-based man recently published a video of himself drinking the substance and authorities vow to deal with the incident ‘without mercy’
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[2025-12-03 21:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: South Korea’s political turmoil deepened as disinformation blamed China for Yoon’s impeachment, despite no evidence, reflecting rising sinophobia
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[2025-12-03 21:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A spokesperson for the president said his family was open to lifestyle checks after questions emerged over funds sent to his son’s district
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[2025-12-03 20:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In the wake of this national crisis, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce together with the generous support of its members have been working closely with Government agencies to coordinate urgent relief efforts. The unwavering resilience of Sri Lankans is evident in moments such as these. It is a pivotal time for the nation to come together, pooling the country’s collective strength to restore lives, livelihoods, and stability, Chairperson of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Krishan
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[2025-12-03 20:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya says Sri Lanka must act strategically, make necessary adjustments to the budget, and strengthen the investment climate to navigate the current national challenges and ensure long-term recovery.
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[2025-12-03 19:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Analysts warn relations are in a ‘fragile place’ as the neighbours trade barbs and leverage international law at a UN meeting in Geneva
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[2025-12-03 18:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: The US government on Tuesday suspended the processing of all immigration applications from 19 countries in Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
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[2025-12-03 17:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Niemiecka policja znacznie rozbudowuje swoje możliwości w zakresie obrony przed dronami. Minister spraw wewnętrznych Alexander Dobrindt powołał właśnie nową jednostkę, której zadaniem będzie wykrywanie, przechwytywanie lub zestrzeliwanie bezzałogowych statków powietrznych.
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[2025-12-03 17:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: W minionym miesiącu w Niemczech złożono 8311 nowych wniosków o azyl – poinformował niemiecki minister spraw wewnętrznych Alexander Dobrindt. Jak podkreślił, to o niemal połowę mniej niż w listopadzie 2024 roku, kiedy to było około 16 100 takich wniosków. Statystyki te dotyczą wniosków od osób, które występują o azyl w Niemczech po raz pierwszy.
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[2025-12-03 17:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: However, the rebound may not be sufficient to help the company reclaim lost ground in China, an analyst says
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[2025-12-03 17:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The eased rules permit alcohol sales from 11am to midnight during the six-month trial period
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[2025-12-03 17:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: New rule takes effect on January 1 and means the offences will no longer be attached to a person’s identity information
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[2025-12-03 16:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Fort Magistrate Isuru Netthikumarage has issued a warrant for former Colombo District Parliamentarian Wimal Weerawansa, who is out on bail, after he failed to appear in court.
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[2025-12-03 15:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: An emergency Cabinet meeting chaired by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will take place this afternoon (03), the Department of Government Information announced.
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[2025-12-03 15:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Marking the first anniversary of the crisis, Lee Jae-myung hailed those who faced down troops for ‘saving democracy’
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[2025-12-03 15:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Leader of the House and Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Bimal Ratnayake stated in Parliament yesterday (01) that the Government will intervene to rescue the people, taking into account the views and suggestions of everyone, without leaving anyone out who is facing a catastrophic situation.
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[2025-12-03 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Effective in January, latest revisions come amid Beijing’s anti-corruption campaign that has led to recent downfall of several top generals
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[2025-12-03 14:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Women Chemists Committee (WCC) of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon (IChemC) hosted a guest lecture titled ‘Counselling is Helping Individuals to Navigate Through Life’s Challenges’ on November 25, at the PPGL Siriwardene Auditorium.
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[2025-12-03 14:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: HNB PLC., launched its dedicated programme, ‘Empowering Women, Enabling Entrepreneurship’, on October 24 at HNB Towers. The initiative was introduced under the theme motto, ‘Start small, rise tall – we’re here for it all’.
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[2025-12-03 14:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Aligning with the Government’s relief programme for those affected by adverse weather conditions, LB Finance PLC has donated Rs. 5 million to support ongoing humanitarian assistance efforts. The cheque was officially handed over by Managing Director of LB Finance PLC Niroshan Udage to Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake at the Presidential Secretariat on Monday (01).
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[2025-12-03 14:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Analysts warn the government’s anti-corruption drive could stall if public mobilisation continues to thin
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[2025-12-03 13:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places in Northern, North-Central and Eastern provinces and in Badulla and Matale districts after 2.00 p.m.
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[2025-12-03 13:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Indian government confidentially ordered companies like Apple, Samsung, and Xiaomi to install the Sanchar Saathi app on their new phones
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[2025-12-03 13:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Caution returns ahead of US Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan meetings, as well as China’s economic work conference
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[2025-12-03 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Institute for Embodied Intelligence and Robotics will be led by Zhang Tao, director of the university’s automation department
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[2025-12-03 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: While trade disagreements have hampered ties between Beijing and Paris, Macron’s trip is important for the development of economic and political ties
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[2025-12-03 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Judge-led review committee will enable systematic reforms while new lawmakers will work with government to follow up on the necessary changes
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[2025-12-03 07:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Le nouveau système de défense, Arrow 3, entre dans sa première phase opérationnelle ce mercredi (03.12.25). L'armée allemande souhaite neutraliser les missiles balistiques dès leur passage dans l'espace. L'Allemagne est ainsi le premier pays en dehors d'Israël à intégrer Arrow 3 dans son système de défense.
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[2025-12-03 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In an effort to restore normalcy to the lives impacted by the ‘Ditwah’ cyclone, the Government allocated Rs 25,000 to each family yesterday for the clean up of their damaged homes.
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[2025-12-03 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Chinese Government on Monday announced a financial donation of US$ 1 million for on-going disaster relief operations in Sri Lanka. The Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka said in addition to the cash donation, further RMB 10 million worth of relief supplies have pledged to Sri Lanka. The Embassy said that the pledge reaffirms that the Chinese people stand firmly with Sri Lanka.
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[2025-12-03 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Residents of Kandy are facing severe difficulties after three main pumping stations supplying drinking water to the city were completely submerged due to heavy rainfall. The inundation has damaged machinery at the pumping stations located at Getambe, Katugastota Gohagoda, and near the Peradeniya Engineering Faculty.
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[2025-12-03 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: SampathCards is ushering in the season of celebration with a lineup of offers that promise to make this festive period truly rewarding for all Sampath Credit and Debit Cardholders.
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[2025-12-03 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In line with the Government’s programme to provide relief to those affected by the adverse weather conditions, the Sri Lanka Dawoodi Bohra community has donated Rs. 10 million to support Relief efforts.
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[2025-12-03 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Neranjala Wickramasinghe
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[2025-12-03 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government and the people of Pakistan donated ration items to the flood affected people through the Pakistan High Commission in Colombo at the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya temple. Chief Incumbent of the temple Ven. Kirinde Assaji Thera and High Commissioner Major General (Retd) Faheem Ul Aziz were present.
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[2025-12-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Kalutara Roving Correspondent
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[2025-12-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: With the subsidence of the disaster situation, there is a high risk of Leptospirosis and epidemic diseases spreading within the Kandy District, so the public should be very vigilant in this regard, says Dr. Suranga Fernando, Consultant Epidemiologist of Kandy District.
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[2025-12-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sabaragamuwa Province Governor Champa Janaki Rajaratne said that the Government will take steps to provide safe houses to the community residing in high-risk houses in Sabaragamuwa as soon as possible.
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[2025-12-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In view of the prevailing adverse weather conditions in the country, the government has taken steps to extend the period for the annual update of the register of persons eligible to receive welfare benefits.
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[2025-12-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government has introduced a more convenient procedure to expedite the clearance and distribution of all material aid sent to the country, free of all tariffs and charges. Various inquiries have been made by foreign countries, organizations, individuals, as well as Sri Lankans living abroad, regarding donating essential goods to the people affected in the aftermath of the current disaster situation in the country.
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[2025-12-03 03:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Death toll from Wang Fuk Court inferno rises to 156 after five more bodies found
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[2025-12-03 03:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Days after Cyclone Ditwah tore through Sri Lanka, over 1.46 million people across all 25 of the nation's districts remain affected by the island's worst flooding disaster in two decades.
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