Topic: Politics — Neutral reports only
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[2026-02-28 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Old concerns about stability and security linger as other big players vie for sway over Myanmar’s rare earth bounty and strategic location
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[2026-02-28 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Snippet: Authored by James Howard Kunstler,
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[2026-02-28 08:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The National (UAE)
Snippet: One week ago in Washington, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace that President Donald Trump is the “saviour of South Asia” who had helped avert a possible nuclear war between Pakistan and India over Kashmir, protecting tens of millions of lives.
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[2026-02-28 08:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: Dr Jerome Muir Wilson says the state government's condition prevents him from taking out a loan for the new hospital. (ABC News: Emily Smith)
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[2026-02-28 08:47 UTC+10:00] [US news] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Department of Defense and artificial intelligence company were unable to reach agreement before deadline
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[2026-02-28 08:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Snippet: Maryland sheriffs from across the deep blue state traveled to Annapolis on Wednesday to voice outrage over unhinged Democrats who control the state under one-party rule and continue pushing extremely unpopular policies that protect illegal aliens.
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[2026-02-28 08:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: The complaint and affidavit in support of an arrest warrant against Sherry Xue Li and Lianbo “Mike” Wang is photographed on Monday, July 18, 2022. (Department of Justice via AP, File)
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[2026-02-28 08:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Zero Hedge
Snippet: Authored by Steve Watson via Modernity.news,
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[2026-02-28 08:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: This photo provided by Romanucci & Blandin Law shows Renee Good, 37, who was shot and killed Jan. 7, 2026, by an immigration officer during a federal enforcement surge in Minneapolis. (Donna Ganger/Romanucci & Blandin Law via AP)
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[2026-02-28 08:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: RT News
Snippet: US President Donald Trump has ordered federal agencies to halt the use of artificial intelligence systems developed by Anthropic, escalating an unprecedented confrontation between the US government and one of Silicon Valley’s most influential AI firms over the military use of advanced algorithms.
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[2026-02-28 08:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: RT News
Snippet: Kiev has no interest in resuming the flow of Russian crude through the Druzhba (Friendship) oil pipeline, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has concluded after a phone call with Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky.
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[2026-02-28 07:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: O poder de compra dos trabalhadores na Alemanha voltou a crescer em 2025 apesar da fraqueza da economia, informou o Departamento Federal de Estatística (Destatis) nesta sexta‑feira (27/02). Os salários reais aumentaram, em média, 1,9% em relação ao ano anterior.
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[2026-02-28 07:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: White orchids sit on a table next to a framed photo of Rev. Jesse Jackson during a public visitation for him at Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
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[2026-02-28 07:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: By Kathryn Bermingham
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[2026-02-28 07:30 UTC+10:00] [US politics] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Mamdani wooed the president with much property talk and showed the real ‘art of the deal’ might have been soft power via Photoshop
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[2026-02-28 07:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: The Rev. Dr. Mandy Todd, left, pastor of Messiah Lutheran Church in Lindsborg, Kan., and Rabbi Moti Rieber, right, executive director of Kansas Interfaith Action, protest a new Kansas law that will invalidate hundreds of driver’s licenses and birth certificates for transgender people that reflect their gender identities, Monday, Feb.
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[2026-02-28 07:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The government has succeeded in providing relief to those affected by Cyclone Ditwah that struck Sri Lanka last November, as part of the comprehensive relief and empowerment programme initiated by the Government in the aftermath of the disaster.
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[2026-02-28 07:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Wanted criminal for numerous murders, Janith Madhusanka, alias ‘Podi Lassie’ who was repatriated from India early yesterday morning (27) has been granted permission to be detained for seven days for questioning.
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[2026-02-28 07:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Grama Niladharis, Disaster Relief Service Officers and Technical Officers have decided to stay away from their Disaster Relief Service duties from yesterday.
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[2026-02-28 07:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Colombo Magistrate’s Court yesterday ordered that Commando Salintha, who is alleged to have linked underworld activities be remanded until March 12.
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[2026-02-28 07:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Snippet: Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi has met with United States Vice President JD Vance, amid growing fears grow of a potential US attack on Iran.
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[2026-02-28 07:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: LONDON — The iconic monument to Britain's World War II prime minister in Parliament Square "was graffitied with red paint" overnight, the Metropolitan Police said on X.
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[2026-02-28 07:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The US Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) on 20 February 2026, creating uncertainty about future US tariff policies. The US has used IEEPA to impose reciprocal tariffs on trade partners and additional fentanyl-related trade measuresfor Canada, China, and Mexico since 2025.
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[2026-02-28 07:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Pakistan launched multiple airstrikes on Saturday night targeting militants in neighbouring Afghanistan, where the Government reported children were among dozens of people killed and wounded.
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[2026-02-28 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Opener Nethula Edirimanne played a superb unbeaten innings of 150 as Ananda College closed the first day at 325 for 5 wickets in their 96th Battle of the Maroons against Nalanda College at the SSC Grounds yesterday.
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[2026-02-28 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka may already be out of the semi-final race, but they will look to restore some pride when they face Pakistan in their final Super Eight clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium today at 7 pm.
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[2026-02-28 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Viran Chamuditha of St. Servatius’ College, Matara produced a sensational all-round display, smashing 180 runs off 75 balls with 20 fours and 10 sixes against Mahinda College, Galle. His innings anchored the team’s total of 350/4, giving them a commanding position in the match. Damesh Mathishan of St. Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa turned in a remarkable bowling effort, claiming 9 wickets for 60 runs against Moratu Vidyalaya, putting his side in a strong position early on.
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[2026-02-28 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: The Olympic gold medal-winning U.S. men’s hockey team visited President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday afternoon and later received about a two-minute bipartisan standing ovation during his State of the Union address that night.
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[2026-02-28 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: League Plate champions Air Force Sports Club produced a stunning second-half fightback to shock formidable CH and FC 34 points (two goals, four tries) to 28 (four goals) and book their place in the semi-finals of the Clifford Cup Knockout rugby tournament at the Royal Sports Complex in Colombo yesterday.
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[2026-02-28 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that as Sri Lanka moves towards sustainable growth, the country welcomes investors and tourists who contribute to strengthening economic and cultural ties.
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[2026-02-28 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Venezuelan opposition politician Enrique Marquez speaks to the press in Caracas, Venezuela, Friday, Feb 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos)
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[2026-02-28 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A new Buddhist publication titled Nalaka Maha Rahathan Wahanse, authored by Gayan Chanuka Vidhanapathirana, is scheduled to be ceremonially launched on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
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[2026-02-28 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The troubadour who brought you viral hits such as ‘Kannate Para’, ‘Maha Sikurada’ and ‘Puusek’ is back with a new single, ‘Walawwa’.
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[2026-02-28 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Inside a ministry better known for files and field reports than for hashtags and analytics dashboards, some revolution was to take place. Its architect does not till fields or build canals. Instead, he builds narratives, databases and digital bridges.
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[2026-02-28 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A number of programmes including the laying of the foundation for the Wahalkada were held at the Japan Sama Viharaya (Japanse Peace Pagoda) in Rumassala in Galle to mark its 21st anniversary.
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[2026-02-28 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: “The man with no name has only one thing in mind: to earn a quick buck by fair or foul means. He is also a bounty hunter. The lone cowboy rides into a town that is occupied by rich people and gangsters. Law is a far cry in this town, and the sheriff supports the outlaws.
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[2026-02-28 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The late Lt. Colonel Susantha Punchihewa was a distinguished old boy of Prince of Wales’ College, Moratuwa, who made the supreme sacrifice for our motherland during wartime. He was a courageous and devoted officer of the Sri Lanka Army, admired for his exceptional bravery, exemplary leadership, and unwavering commitment to his soldiers.
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[2026-02-28 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In an ideal world, there should be no tariffs or import duties. Trade should be free. But ours is an unequal world. Otherwise, there would not be a First World and a Third World. If the so-called Third World or developing nations allow all goods from developed countries free of duties, there will be a terrible drain on their finances.
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[2026-02-28 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-02-28 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Newly crowned League Champions CR and FC powered their way into the semi-finals of the Maliban Trophy Clifford Cup Knockout Rugby Tournament with a comfortable 29-15 (4 tries, 3 conversions, 1 penalty) victory over Navy Sports Club (2 tries, 1 conversion, 1 penalty) at the Home of Rugby in Longden Place under floodlights last night after leading 17-5 at half-time.
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[2026-02-28 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: An 80 cubits tall Samadhi Buddha statue will be unveiled at the Sri Medhankara temple premises in Uyanwatte, Giriulla on March 1.
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[2026-02-28 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Two Sri Lankan air passengers who were attempting to smuggle imported cigarettes valued at Rs. 13.5 million into the country were arrested yesterday (27) by a team of airport customs officers. Customs officers seized 434 cartons of cigarettes and 30 electronic cigarettes from their luggage.
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[2026-02-28 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A three-month memorial alms giving ceremony was held at Pamunupura, Batamulla Junior School in remembrance of those who lost their lives due to the landslide that affected over five kilometres in Nelummala village, in the Minipe DS Division yesterday (27). President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is seen offering alms to the members of Maha Sangha.
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[2026-02-28 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Enjoining Orders issued on Amith Weerasinghe preventing him from acting as the Leader of the New Independent Front.
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[2026-02-28 06:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Zero Hedge
Snippet: Former President Bill Clinton on Friday told lawmakers that he had no clue about crimes carried out by Jeffrey Epstein, the late sex offender who visited the Clinton White House at least 17 times while Bill was president, before letting Clinton fly on the 'Lolita Express' dozens of times.
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[2026-02-28 05:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Vermonters headed to the polls on Town Meeting Day will cast votes on critical decisions around school district budgets and the future of small elementary schools, as property taxes and education reform remain top of mind for lawmakers and voters.
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[2026-02-28 05:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Snippet: Israel’s Supreme Court has ruled that dozens of international aid agencies can continue to operate in the Gaza Strip and other Palestinian territories, freezing an earlier government decision that barred aid groups that failed to comply with new rules.
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[2026-02-28 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Victoria] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: A near century-old tennis club is fighting for survival after the emergence of plans to demolish it to make way for a redevelopment dubbed the “MCG of the East”.
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[2026-02-28 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Politics / Victoria] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
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[2026-02-28 05:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Lawmakers will require people to show IDs to use Indiana’s needle exchange programs under legislation heading to Gov. Mike Braun’s desk.
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