[2026-01-13 00:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s fight against corruption is a battle we can’t afford to lose, Xi says

Snippet: President tells China’s top anti-graft watchdog that corruption is a ‘stumbling block’ that is hampering the country’s development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3339639/chinas-fight-against-corruption-battle-we-cant-afford-lose-xi-jinping-warns

[2026-01-12 21:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s housing market gets a vote of confidence from major banks

Snippet: Most financial institutions forecast price gains ranging from 5 to 10 per cent, supported by supply constraints and end-user demand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3339616/hong-kong-property-citi-lifts-forecast-after-morgan-stanleys-upgrade

[2026-01-12 21:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Lanka Ride cycling tour begins on January 16 - DailyNews

Snippet: A special media briefing on the Lanka Ride island-wide cycling event was held today (12) at the Duncan White Auditorium of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The event is jointly organized by the Ministry, the Department of Sports Development, and Lake House.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/local/932238/lanka-ride-cycling-tour-kicks-off-on-january-16/

[2026-01-12 14:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India-funded Northern railway line restoration project launched - DailyNews

Snippet: Restoration work on the Northern and Talaimannar railway lines commenced yesterday (11) with financial assistance of USD 5 million provided by the Government of India, the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/local/932025/india-funded-northern-railway-restoration-project-launched/

[2026-01-12 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Navy confident of winning Lanka Ride - DailyNews

Snippet: The inaugural Lanka Ride cycling race conducted by the Sports Development Department of the Sports Ministry and the Cycling Judges Association will get underway on January 16,17,18 while Lake House Print Media and Lake House Digital Media have come forward with their sponsorship to promote this mega national event.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/sports/931859/navy-confident-of-winning-lanka-ride/

[2026-01-12 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Expo 2026 launched  - DailyNews

Snippet: Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunnetti noted that Sri Lanka Expo 2026, a landmark initiative that reflects Sri Lanka’s ambition to expand exports, promote Sri Lankan products globally and elevate Sri Lanka’s global presence in international markets will create new opportunities for exporters whilst strengthening the country’s economic growth.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/business/931688/sri-lanka-expo-2026-launched/

[2026-01-12 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Several projects to develop domestic airports in 2026 - Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Several projects to develop domestic airports have been planned in 2026 to support the development of tourism, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Dr. Anura Karunathilaka said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/local/931920/several-projects-to-develop-domestic-airports-in-2026-minister/

[2026-01-12 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘The Grand’, Ward Place by Prime Lands Residencies recognised at National Construction Awards - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Lands Residencies PLC announced that ‘The Grand’ – Ward Place, its luxury apartment development in Colombo 07, was recently recognised at the Sri Lanka National Construction Awards, organised by the Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/business/931650/the-grand-ward-place-by-prime-lands-residencies-recognised-at-national-construction-awards/

[2026-01-11 23:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong plans to complete Kowloon waterfront promenade projects by 2028

Snippet: Development Bureau says link-up will extend total length of pedestrian pathways on both sides of Victoria Harbour to 34km

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339509/hong-kong-plans-complete-kowloon-waterfront-promenade-projects-2028

[2026-01-10 22:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Including suppliers in new Hong Kong rules on scaffolding nets ‘overreaching’

Snippet: Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn also says there is no need for an across-the-board switch from bamboo to metal scaffolding

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3339446/including-suppliers-new-hong-kong-rules-scaffolding-nets-overreaching

[2026-01-10 17:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Saudi Fund pledges extra USD six mn for Cyclone damaged roads - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka is set to receive an additional US$6 million from the Saudi Fund for Development to rehabilitate roads damaged by Cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/10/local/931321/saudi-fund-pledges-extra-usd-six-mn-for-cyclone-damaged-roads/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong housing estate flat owners drop contractor linked to Tai Po blaze

Snippet: Property owners of Tuen Mun estate vote to terminate renovation contract with Prestige, citing safety concerns after fatal Wang Fuk Court fire

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339421/hong-kong-housing-estate-flat-owners-drop-contractor-linked-deadly-tai-po-blaze

[2026-01-10 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Housing anxiety impeding Hong Kong fire trauma recovery: mental health experts

Snippet: Many Wang Fuk Court residents displaced by the deadly inferno are now living in hotels, youth hostels or transitional housing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339406/housing-anxiety-impeding-hong-kong-fire-trauma-recovery-mental-health-experts

[2026-01-10 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Dehiwala–Mount Lavinia MC team will pose a strong challenge at Lanka Ride - DailyNews

Snippet: The ‘Lanka Ride’ cycling race, jointly organised by the Sports Development Department and the Cycling Umpires’ Association under the instructions of Minister of Sports Sunil Kumara Gamage, with the sponsorship of Lake House Print Media and Lake House Digital Media, will commence on January 16 at 9.00 a.m. opposite Lake House on D.R.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/10/sports/931058/dehiwala-mount-lavinia-mc-team-will-pose-a-strong-challenge-at-lanka-ride/

[2026-01-09 21:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: President launches Project 5M housing support for disaster-affected families - DailyNews

Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended a compensation distribution programme today(09) near Wewe Pansala in Rajanganaya, providing assistance to families whose homes were completely destroyed by recent disasters in the Anuradhapura District.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/09/breaking-news/930923/president-launches-project-5m-housing-support-for-disaster-affected-families/

[2026-01-09 18:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Southeast Asia reels in buyers turfed out by Seoul’s housing crisis

Snippet: Southeast Asian developers target South Koreans with luxury overseas investments, offering attractive payment plans

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3339309/southeast-asia-reels-buyers-stung-seouls-housing-crisis

[2026-01-09 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: New Chairman for Value Added Tea Sectoral Advisory Council - DailyNews

Snippet: Among the 20 Sectoral Advisory Councils operating under the Ministry of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development, Huzefa Akbarally, Chairman of the Tea Exporters Association, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Sectoral Advisory Council for the Value Added Tea Sector.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/09/business/930288/new-chairman-for-value-added-tea-sectoral-advisory-council/

[2026-01-09 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ministerial Consultative Committee approves Regulations under Motor Traffic Act - DailyNews

Snippet: The Ministerial Consultative Committee on Transport, Highways and Urban Development has approved the Regulations under the Motor Traffic Act (Chapter 203) scheduled to be presented to Parliament for approval on January 8.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/09/local/930563/ministerial-consultative-committee-approves-regulations-under-motor-traffic-act/

[2026-01-09 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: NDB Bank represents Sri Lanka at APICTA awards in Taiwan - DailyNews

Snippet: National Development Bank PLC (NDB) represented Sri Lanka at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards 2025, held in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, with the nomination of its award-winning digital solutions, TradeLinc 2.0 and Secure360 2.0.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/09/business/930217/ndb-bank-represents-sri-lanka-at-apicta-awards-in-taiwan/

[2026-01-09 01:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Faulty appliance sparks fire at Hong Kong housing estate, prompting 300 to flee

Snippet: Fire at Lam Wai House in Lam Tin Estate triggered by a short circuit in an electrical appliance

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339233/faulty-appliance-sparks-fire-hong-kong-housing-estate-prompting-300-flee

[2026-01-09 00:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Germany's local governments face financial collapse

Snippet: It wasn't so long ago that Weissach, a half-hour drive from Stuttgart, was the richest local authority in Germany. The small town in southern Germany is home to 7,700 people and the development center for luxury carmaker Porsche. The municipality benefited from the company's billion-dollar profits via trade taxes, which flowed into its budget.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/germanys-local-governments-face-financial-collapse/a-75425178

[2026-01-08 22:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Chintai-MAJV $28bn tokenization tests new development finance model - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/01/chintai-majv-28bn-tokenization-tests-new-development-finance-model/

[2026-01-08 19:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Paranthan Chemicals company to resume operations with new production facilities - DailyNews

Snippet: Paranthan Chemicals Ltd. is set to resume operations with the re-establishment of its main manufacturing plant in Paranthan, Kilinochchi District, the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development announced.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/08/local/930108/paranthan-chemicals-company-to-resume-operations-with-new-production-facilities/

[2026-01-08 18:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Rs. 5 mn houses for Cyclone Ditwah victims to begin tomorrow - DailyNews

Snippet: Under the Rebuilding Sri Lanka programme, the inaugural phase of the construction of new houses and the payment of compensation to replace homes that were completely damaged by cyclone Ditwah will commence tomorrow (09) in the Anuradhapura and Kurunegala districts under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/08/local/930084/rs-5-mn-housing-project-for-cyclone-affected-families-to-commence-tomorrow/

[2026-01-08 15:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: MMC–ITN campus marks new milestone in media education with Shenyang City University - DailyNews

Snippet: The MMC–ITN Campus has taken a significant step forward in the development of Sri Lanka’s media education sector, marking a new phase of growth and international engagement. The announcement was made yesterday (07) by the Ministry of Mass Media.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/08/local/929962/mmc-itn-campus-marks-new-milestone-in-media-education-with-shenyang-city-university/

[2026-01-08 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Long-term housing for Tai Po fire survivors requires flexible approach

Snippet: With some affected residents having to find new accommodation this month, the government must advance work on long-term arrangements

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3339040/long-term-housing-tai-po-fire-survivors-requires-flexible-approach

[2026-01-08 07:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: ProPublica

Title: Landlords Evicted Maui Residents and Housed Wildfire Survivors for More Money. FEMA Didn’t Take Basic Steps to Stop It.

Snippet: When the federal government stepped in to rent housing for survivors of the devastating 2023 fires on Maui, officials said they didn’t want to drive up rental rates or give landlords an incentive to evict tenants in order to secure lucrative government contracts.

Read full article: https://www.propublica.org/article/maui-wildfire-fema-displacement-housing-shortage

[2026-01-08 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ADB appoints Nianshan Zhang as Director General for Southeast Asia - DailyNews

Snippet: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Nianshan Zhang as Director General for its Southeast Asia Department.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/08/business/929735/adb-appoints-nianshan-zhang-as-director-general-for-southeast-asia/

[2026-01-08 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: AMAMI - Hotel Supplier wins Silver & Top Achievers Award - DailyNews

Snippet: Ranyan Industries (Pvt) Ltd., the creators of the prestigious Amami brand, has been honored with the Silver Award and Top Achiever Award in the Small Category at the CNCI Achievers Awards 2025, organized by the Ceylon National Chamber of Industries in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/08/business/929557/amami-hotel-supplier-wins-silver-top-achievers-award/

[2026-01-07 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s top lithography bet shifts gears: SMEE sells subsidiary in key pivot

Snippet: State-backed SMEE, often dubbed China’s best ASML challenger, has sold Shanghai Weiyao to AMIES in a move that prioritises tool development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3339071/chinas-top-lithography-bet-shifts-gears-smee-sells-subsidiary-strategic-pivot

[2026-01-07 16:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Tai Po housing site ‘viable option’ for fire victims: Hong Kong councillors

Snippet: Lo Hiu-fung says government should consider plot, about 1.5km from fire-hit Wang Fuk Court, if it wants to help victims resettle as soon as possible

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339000/tai-po-public-housing-site-viable-option-fire-victims-hong-kong-councillors-say

[2026-01-07 07:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: EDB hosts networking session for new and potential exporters - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently hosted a networking session at its premises in Colombo, aimed at equipping new and prospective exporters with the knowledge and connections needed to succeed in international markets.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/business/928822/edb-hosts-networking-session-for-new-and-potential-exporters/

[2026-01-07 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Turning the runway around - DailyNews

Snippet: The government has taken a policy decision to seek private public partnership (PPP) for the re-development of the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA). Today, PPP is a system widely used in different countries to manage state assets in a commercially viable manner while upholding their social responsibility.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/general-opinion/928874/turning-the-runway-around/

[2026-01-07 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Steps underway for a pension scheme for all engaged in informal employment - DailyNews

Snippet: Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment Minister, Dr. Upali Pannilage, said in Parliament yesterday that steps are being taken to introduce a pension scheme for all engaged in informal employment to live a happy retirement.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/local/929010/steps-underway-for-a-pension-scheme-for-all-engaged-in-informal-employment/

[2026-01-07 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Power ignores law - DailyNews

Snippet: On Sunday morning, many in Sri Lanka awoke to the news that Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife had been captured by the United States and were expected to appear before a New York court on drug-related charges. While this development came as a surprise to much of the public, it was far less shocking for those closely tracking recent events in the Western Hemisphere.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/general-opinion/928881/power-ignores-law/

[2026-01-07 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Forging citizens, not just cadets - DailyNews

Snippet: At a time when Sri Lanka’s education system is heavily skewed towards examinations, tuition classes and measurable academic outcomes, one institution continues to quietly pursue a different, arguably more fundamental goal: the making of responsible citizens. The National Cadet Corps (NCC) of Sri Lanka,often misunderstood as a purely military-oriented school activity, today stands as one of the country’s most comprehensive youth development organisations, blending discipline, leadership, social responsibility and national integration.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/features/928940/forging-citizens-not-just-cadets/

[2026-01-07 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ITC Ratnadipa awarded 5-Star Classification Certificate by Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - DailyNews

Snippet: ITC Ratnadipa announced that it has been awarded the coveted 5-Star Classification Certificate by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), reaffirming its commitment to delivering world-class hospitality and sustainable luxury.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/business/928669/itc-ratnadipa-awarded-5-star-classification-certificate-by-sri-lanka-tourism-development-authority/

[2026-01-07 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Bureau Veritas Lanka wins Great HR Awards 2025 for its People-Centric Culture - DailyNews

Snippet: Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd, part of Bureau Veritas, has been honoured with the Great HR Awards – 2025 by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) Sri Lanka, marking a significant milestone in the company’s approach to employee development and workplace culture.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/business/928601/bureau-veritas-lanka-wins-great-hr-awards-2025-for-its-people-centric-culture/

[2026-01-07 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Link Natural inks deal with Sampath Bank - DailyNews

Snippet: In an effort to further strengthen its longstanding commitment to agricultural development and rural empowerment, Link Natural Products (Pvt) Ltd. has entered into a strategic partnership with Sampath Bank under the Bank’s flagship Sampath Saviya Agri-Entrepreneurship Development Programme.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/business/928568/link-natural-inks-deal-with-sampath-bank/

[2026-01-07 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SLIDA to host public sector leadership programme tomorrow - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration (SLIDA), in collaboration with the 2010 Batch of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service (SLAS), is set to organise a forum titled ‘Bridging the Gap: Public Sector Leadership for Inclusive Growth’.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/07/local/928968/slida-to-host-public-sector-leadership-programme-tomorrow/

[2026-01-06 21:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 350 housing units for Police at ‘Harbour View Residencies’ - DailyNews

Snippet: To improve the efficiency of officers serving in the Colombo and Western Province zones, the government will purchase 350 housing units from the Urban Development Authority’s ‘Harbour View Residencies’ project in Colombo 13.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/06/local/928555/350-housing-units-for-police-at-harbour-view-residencies/

[2026-01-06 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | With Hetao tech hub, Hong Kong is reimagining its economic future

Snippet: The city is pivoting towards hi-tech development and greater cross-border integration while committing to innovation ecosystem synergy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3338622/hetao-tech-hub-hong-kong-reimagining-its-economic-future

[2026-01-06 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Development goals must be achieved via effective management despite limited funds – President - DailyNews

Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that, within the prevailing financial constraints, budgetary allocations for 2026 have been made by identifying National priorities and emphasised that it is the responsibility of all Ministry Secretaries and public officials to utilise these funds with maximum efficiency for the benefit of the people.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/06/local/928087/development-goals-must-be-achieved-via-effective-management-despite-limited-funds-president/

[2026-01-06 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: People’s Bank introduces digital ticketing solution for SLTB - DailyNews

Snippet: People’s Bank has partnered with the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development to introduce a digital ticketing solution for Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses, in line with the Government’s drive to adopt innovative digital solutions, with guidance from the Ministry of Digital Economy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/06/business/927792/peoples-bank-introduces-digital-ticketing-solution-for-sltb/

[2026-01-06 05:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Zelensky replaces security chief and hires Canada’s former deputy PM

Snippet: Ukraine’s president taps elite ‘Alpha’ commander to lead the SBU and recruits Chrystia Freeland to drive economic development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3338830/zelensky-hires-canadas-ex-deputy-pm-chrystia-freeland-ukraines-economic-adviser

[2026-01-05 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: The View | Will Hong Kong, mainland property see a recovery in 2026? Don’t bet on it

Snippet: Tech-led resilience is not a cure for all the ills driving the underperformance of mainland Chinese and Hong Kong real estate

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3338726/will-hong-kong-mainland-property-see-recovery-2026-dont-bet-it

[2026-01-05 17:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Department of Economy, Planning, and Development

Snippet: Thought Leaders [In This Economy] When rampant corruption kills the growth momentum Business DBCC lowers 2026 to 2028 economic growth targets amid corruption fallout Jan 5, 2026 2:52 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Thought Leaders [OPINION] After Tino, imperative for national gov’t to support urban reform in Metro Cebu Nov 8, 2025 10:00 AM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Business [Good Business] Improving government procurement

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/department-economy-planning-development/

[2026-01-05 15:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Insilico signs US$888 million AI drug deal days after Hong Kong IPO

Snippet: Multi-year partnership with France’s Servier will use Insilico’s AI platform to explore novel cancer drugs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3338728/insilico-signs-us888-million-ai-drug-development-deal-days-after-hong-kong-ipo

[2026-01-05 14:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Basketball post collapses at Hong Kong playground, injuring 20-year-old man

Snippet: Police receive report of incident at Kau Pui Lung Road Playground, near Lok Man Sun Chuen public housing estate, on Sunday night

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3338719/basketball-post-collapses-hong-kong-playground-injuring-20-year-old-man

[2026-01-05 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Education reforms on track - PM - DailyNews

Snippet: * Rs. 6,084 Mn for curriculum development *New curriculum for Grade 6 students on January 21 * Task Force to digitise education system within this year

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/05/local/927513/education-reforms-on-track-pm/