[2026-02-20 14:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Nasa ranks 2024 spacecraft mishap among its worst disasters

Snippet: US space agency delivers a harsh assessment of a botched Boeing Starliner test flight that stranded two astronauts

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3344068/nasa-ranks-2024-spacecraft-mishap-among-its-worst-disasters

[2026-02-20 11:00 UTC+10:00] [US Politics] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: 'Extremely interesting': Trump says he'll release files on aliens and UFOs

Snippet: A UFO was photographed by a government employee in 1957 and was released the following year by the now-closed Aerial Phenomena Research Organization. Credit: Bettmann Archive

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/trump-announces-hell-release-files-on-aliens-and-ufos-after-obama-comments/bmdifsivy

[2026-02-20 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese researchers achieve ‘slow motion’ in quantum chaos for better data

Snippet: Researchers have controlled a temporary stable phase in the system, offering a possible avenue for preserving quantum information

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3344006/chinese-scientists-put-quantum-chaos-slow-motion

[2026-02-20 08:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Science

Snippet: Parkinson's and heart disease treatments available 20 years on from breakthrough

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/science

[2026-02-20 06:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Gaza war deaths far higher than official figures – study

Snippet: The actual number of violent deaths in Gaza from the Israel-Hamas war substantially exceeded official figures, according to an independent population-based survey conducted during the conflict.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/632774-gaza-death-toll-higher/

[2026-02-19 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ROLE: National Economic and Development Authority

Snippet: The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) is the country’s socio-economic planning body. It carries out macroeconomic research and policy analysis to provide policy makers in Congress and the executive branch with relevant advice.

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

[2026-02-19 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Romance’ between scientists and AI leads to progress on age-old maths problem

Snippet: Chinese team makes record-breaking advances on ‘kissing number’ using a reinforcement learning system called PackingStar

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343961/romance-between-scientists-and-ai-leads-progress-age-old-maths-problem

[2026-02-19 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Consciousness] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Inside voice: what can our thoughts reveal about the nature of consciousness?

Snippet: Scientists and philosophers studying the mind have discovered how little we know about our inner experiences

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/feb/19/inside-voice-what-can-our-thoughts-reveal-about-the-nature-of-consciousness

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese AI and robotics firms appoint millennial, Gen Z stars as chief scientists

Snippet: Young talent drive AI innovation at Chinese tech firms, focusing on fundamental research and strategic planning for future technologies

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3343042/chinese-ai-and-robotics-firms-appoint-millennial-and-gen-z-rising-stars-chief-scientists

[2026-02-19 12:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China on track to complete world’s ‘most difficult’ railway project before 2030

Snippet: 330km Dali-Ruili Railway is expected to transform transport in Yunnan’s mountainous west, and better link China to South and Southeast Asia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343951/china-track-finish-worlds-most-difficult-railway-project-2030

[2026-02-19 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Breaking the cycle: Hong Kong parents wrestle with impact of their own abuse

Snippet: Experts urge cultural change to end intergenerational violence as landmark study reveals childhood trauma still shapes parenting patterns

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3343909/breaking-cycle-hong-kong-parents-wrestle-impact-their-own-abuse

[2026-02-19 05:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: As solar booms, an Australian technology is rolled out around the world

Snippet: As more solar is added to the grid, clouds are having a greater impact on grid stability and wholesale power prices. (Getty: Frank Bienewald/LightRocket)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2026-02-19/how-solar-forecasting-works-to-keep-lights-on/106332508

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

Source: RT News

Title: Britain cosies up to China

Snippet: By Ladislav Zemánek, non-resident research fellow at China-CEE Institute and expert of the Valdai Discussion Club

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/632693-britain-turns-to-china/

[2026-02-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Virtusa and Wiley partnership to accelerate Wiley’s Technology Transformation - DailyNews

Snippet: Virtusa Corporation, a global leader in digital business strategy and AI-led product and platform engineering, and Wiley (NYSE: WLY), a global leader in authoritative content and research intelligence for the advancement of scientific discovery, innovation, and learning, announced a multi-year managed services partnership under which Virtusa will provide infrastructure and application services and support Wiley’s strategic technology initiatives.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/business/952987/virtusa-and-wiley-partnership-to-accelerate-wileys-technology-transformation/

[2026-02-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Aquaculturists attend capacity-building programme at ICAR-CIFA in India - DailyNews

Snippet: A capacity-building programme for ten aquaculturists from the National Aquaculture Development Authority (NAQDA) under the Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Ministry was held at the Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA), Bhubaneshwar – the premier research institute for freshwater aquaculture in India under the aegeis of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/local/953178/aquaculturists-attend-capacity-building-programme-at-icar-cifa-in-india/

[2026-02-18 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Parents should keep a close tab on children to stop stress - Dr. Malsha de Silva - DailyNews

Snippet: Recent research on mental illness among children has found they should be kept away from dangerous drugs to prevent them from falling prey to it and parents must keep a close tab on their movements.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/local/953313/parents-should-keep-a-close-tab-on-children-to-stop-stress-dr-malsha-de-silva/

[2026-02-18 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: The engineer trying to stop NASA's Artemis II launch going around the Moon

Snippet: Topic:Space Exploration

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2026-02-18/artemis-ii-heat-shield-concerns-charlie-camarda/106233804

[2026-02-18 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Everything we know about China’s mysterious, futuristic Nantianmen Project

Snippet: Is it a storytelling vehicle for imaginative military hardware, blending science fiction with reality, or is it a glimpse of the future?

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3343433/everything-we-know-about-chinas-mysterious-futuristic-nantianmen-project

[2026-02-17 23:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: „Opasnost za svjetski mir“ - Nijemci ne vjeruju SAD-u

Snippet: Kontrast teško da može biti veći: kada je Barack Obama 2009. godine ušao u Bijelu kuću, u Njemačkoj je izazvao val oduševljenja koji danas djeluje gotovo nestvarno. Nakon napetosti iz vremena Bushove ere, povjerenje je naglo poraslo: prema istraživanju koje je proveo Pew Research Center, čak 93 posto Nijemaca vjerovalo je da će Obama „u svjetskoj politici uraditi pravu stvar".

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/hr/opasnost-za-svjetski-mir-nijemci-ne-vjeruju-sad-u/a-75933233

[2026-02-17 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese scientists hit breakthrough on 2D semiconductor wafers

Snippet: Quest for next-generation materials that can deliver superior performance in the coveted chips has become a global priority

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343807/chinese-scientists-hit-breakthrough-2d-semiconductor-wafers

[2026-02-17 09:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why China is being told to integrate commercial space tech with military systems

Snippet: Appeal comes as strategic rivals such as the US are increasingly eyeing military uses for tech developed by private firms such as SpaceX

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3343762/why-china-being-urged-integrate-commercial-space-tech-military-systems

[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 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Steve Durst – the US citizen space diplomat who reached out to China

Snippet: Durst, who has died aged 82, bridged a political divide for the ‘shared excitement of exploring the cosmos’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343571/steve-durst-us-citizen-space-diplomat-who-reached-out-china

[2026-02-16 21:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese journalists who accused a party official of corruption released

Snippet: Case in Sichuan province raises fresh concerns about abuse of power and the shrinking space for media oversight and public expression

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3343751/chinese-journalists-who-accused-communist-party-official-corruption-released-bail

[2026-02-16 20:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s green energy leader Inner Mongolia is working on ‘flexible’ power plants

Snippet: The two plants will use coal as a backup to renewable sources such as wind and solar power in a major strategic shift

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343739/chinas-green-energy-leader-inner-mongolia-starts-work-new-flexible-power-plants

[2026-02-16 19:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: देखिए मंथन का नया एपिसोड

Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/hi/mathan-dd-national-science-tv-show-dw-hindi/video-75962579

[2026-02-16 17:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: NBRO issues landslide early warnings for two districts - DailyNews

Snippet: The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued a Level 1 (Yellow) landslide early warning for several areas in the Matale and Nuwara Eliya districts.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/local/952129/nbro-issues-landslide-warly-warnings-for-two-districts/

[2026-02-16 15:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: Financial Times

Title: Study advice: how to rise above MBA pressure

Snippet: PublishedFebruary 16 2026

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/255885bb-6e56-45be-9c10-9958060b92ce

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Top neuroscientist Arthur Konnerth leaves Germany for full-time role in China

Snippet: The Brain Prize winner, known for pioneering brain imaging techniques, joins the rapidly expanding Shenzhen Bay Laboratory

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343659/top-neuroscientist-arthur-konnerth-leaves-germany-full-time-role-china

[2026-02-16 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: A Nation Reborn? - DailyNews

Snippet: In a striking departure from the deep pessimism that defined the first half of the decade, Sri Lanka has crossed a historic psychological threshold. The latest Mood of the Nation poll, released yesterday by independent think-tank Verité Research, provides empirical evidence of a considerable shift in the national consciousness. For the first time since the poll’s inception four years ago, a clear majority of Sri Lankans (59%) express satisfaction with the “way things are going” in the country.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/features/951634/a-nation-reborn/

[2026-02-16 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka turns more optimistic amidst strong Government approval - DailyNews

Snippet: The approval rating of the Government polled at 65% in early-February 2026, in the latest round of the Gallup style “Mood of the Nation” poll by Verité Research.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/local/951917/sri-lanka-turns-more-optimistic-amidst-strong-government-approval/

[2026-02-16 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Deputy Minister stresses Govt’s commitment to health sector reform at SLCOMM sessions - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka College of Military Medicine (SLCOMM) has emerged as a cornerstone institution within the defence medical framework. Its steadfast commitment to continuous professional development, research, training and policy contribution has played a decisive role in strengthening the medical preparedness of the Tri Forces.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/local/951782/deputy-minister-stresses-govts-commitment-to-health-sector-reform-at-slcomm-sessions/

[2026-02-16 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: The A Cafe twisted with authentic Sri Lankan flavours - DailyNews

Snippet: Tucked away on the charming Alfred House Avenue in Colombo 03, The A Cafe—also known as The Avenue Cafe—opens its doors as more than just a place to eat. It is an experience thoughtfully designed for those who appreciate comfort, creativity, and real food made with heart. With its classic front porch welcoming guests at first glance, the café flows seamlessly into a cool, air-conditioned indoor dining space, private dining rooms for intimate gatherings, and an eco-friendly misty backyard filled

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/business/951709/the-a-cafe-twisted-with-authentic-sri-lankan-flavours/

[2026-02-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ICBM 2026 Research Week to spotlight Responsible and Inclusive Management - DailyNews

Snippet: The 22nd International Conference on Business Management (ICBM) 2026, organised by the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce (FMSC), University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ), will be held in collaboration with the Postgraduate Institute of Management (PIM) from February 16-20.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/local/951890/icbm-2026-research-week-to-spotlight-responsible-and-inclusive-management/

[2026-02-15 20:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Verité Research survey shows rise in government approval and economic confidence - DailyNews

Snippet: Public optimism about national economic conditions has increased alongside strong approval ratings for the government, according to the latest “Mood of the Nation” survey conducted by Verité Research.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/15/local/951510/verite-research-survey-shows-rise-in-government-approval-and-economic-confidence/

[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 10:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 4 astronauts arrive at International Space Station to replace Nasa’s crew

Snippet: The unprecedented medical evacuation meant spacewalks were paused and research cut down due to the small crew remaining

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3343602/4-astronauts-arrive-international-space-station-replace-nasas-evacuated-crew

[2026-02-14 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japanese paper-cutting art inspires China science team’s flexible brain implants

Snippet: Stretchable microelectrode arrays aim to overcome limitations of electrode technology, such as Neuralink

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343486/japanese-paper-cutting-art-inspires-flexible-brain-implants-china

[2026-02-14 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Singarajah Samarasingam passes away - DailyNews

Snippet: Former Tea Research Officer of the Tea Research Institute, Thalawakelle, and Lake House Talawakelle group correspondent Singarajah Samarasingam passed away on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/14/local/951255/singarajah-samarasingam-passes-away/

[2026-02-14 00:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: „Opasnost za svetski mir“: Više nema poverenja u SAD

Snippet: Kontrast teško da može biti veći: Kada je Barak Obama 2009. godine ušao u Belu kuću, u Nemačkoj je izazvao talas oduševljenja koji danas deluje gotovo nestvarno. Nakon napetosti iz vremena Bušove ere, poverenje je naglo poraslo: prema istraživanju koje je sproveo Pew Research Center, čak 93 odsto Nemaca verovalo je da će Obama„u svetskoj politici uraditi pravu stvar“.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/sr/opasnost-za-svetski-mir-nemci-vi%C5%A1e-nemaju-poverenja-u-sad/a-75941451

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How did a prized red gemstone reach the ancient, mysterious Shu kingdom?

Snippet: The presence of the warm, reddish-orange mineral in the Bronze Age archaeological site of Sanxingdui has long puzzled archaeologists

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343451/how-did-prized-red-gemstone-reach-ancient-mysterious-shu-kingdom

[2026-02-13 18:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SpaceX, NASA set to launch astronauts to ISS - DailyNews

Snippet: A SpaceX capsule will soon ferry four astronauts to the International Space Station, bring the orbiting laboratory back to full staff after a month of operating with a skeleton crew.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/breaking-news/950953/spacex-nasa-set-to-launch-astronauts-to-iss/

[2026-02-13 17:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: „Opasnost za svjetski mir“: Više nema povjerenja u SAD

Snippet: Kontrast teško da može biti veći: kada je Barak Obama 2009. godine ušao u Bijelu kuću, u Njemačkoj je izazvao talas oduševljenja koji danas djeluje gotovo nestvarno. Nakon napetosti iz vremena Bušove ere, povjerenje je naglo poraslo: prema istraživanju koje je sproveo Pew Research Center, čak 93 posto Nijemaca vjerovalo je da će Obama „u svjetskoj politici uraditi pravu stvar“.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/bs/opasnost-za-svjetski-mir-vi%C5%A1e-nema-povjerenja-u-sad/a-75932315

[2026-02-13 15:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Landslide warnings issued for two districts - DailyNews

Snippet: The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has issued landslide warnings for parts of the Central Province, effective for 24 hours until 6:00 AM tomorrow (14).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/local/950877/landslide-warnings-issued-for-two-districts/

[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

[2026-02-13 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Tilvin Silva and delegation in talks with Kerala Chief Minister to boost tourism and culture - DailyNews

Snippet: Discussions between a visiting Sri Lankan delegation which included JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva and Kerala Chief Minister Shri Pinarayvi Vijayan focussed on boosting tourism and culture. The delegation visited the Vikhram Sarabhai Space Center and India’s first container transhipment port at Vizhinjam to see India’s advancement in science and technology and the blue economy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/local/950542/tilvin-silva-and-delegation-in-talks-with-kerala-chief-minister-to-boost-tourism-and-culture/

[2026-02-13 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: American research claims Gen Z is lower in intelligence than Gen Y - DailyNews

Snippet: Recent American research has found that intelligence levels of the current generation is lower than those of the previous generation.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/local/950539/american-research-claims-gen-z-is-lower-in-intelligence-than-gen-y/

[2026-02-13 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Russian-Chinese initiatives contribute to strengthening international security - DailyNews

Snippet: In 2008, Russia and China presented at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva a draft international treaty on the prevention of an arms race and the militarization of outer space.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/13/world/950572/russian-chinese-initiatives-contribute-to-strengthening-international-security/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 10, 9, 8 ... rocket test puts China neck and neck with US in moon race

Snippet: Space analysts call China’s successful test a ‘significant milestone’ as SpaceX and Blue Origin vie to provide US lunar lander

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3343346/10-9-8-rocket-test-puts-china-neck-and-neck-us-moon-race

[2026-02-12 21:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: "Pericol pentru pacea mondială": Nicio încredere în SUA

Snippet: Mai puternic nu ar putea fi contrastul: venirea lui Barack Obama, în 2009, la Casa Albă, a declanșat în Germania un val de entuziasm care astăzi pare aproape ireal. După tensiunile din era Bush, nivelul de încredere în Obama a explodat: 93 la sută dintre germani credeau, potrivit unui sondaj al Pew Research Center, că el ar face „ceea ce trebuie” în politica mondială.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ro/pericol-pentru-pacea-mondial%C4%83-nicio-%C3%AEncredere-%C3%AEn-sua/a-75925017