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    [2026-02-24 05:00 UTC+10:00] [Food / Eating out (Syd)] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: Bowral restaurants do well with the twice-a-year crowd. This bistro impresses everyone
    Snippet: The first time I met my wife’s late grandmother, she was in head-to-toe leopard print, camouflaged against a leopard-print pouffe. Along with her obvious sense of style, she exhibited a mild case of narcolepsy, and had come to be known affectionately as Noddy. When I met her, Noddy lived in Bowral, having retired to the Highlands after spending most of her married life on a sheep farm.
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/sydney-eating-out/bowral-restaurants-do-well-with-the-twice-a-year-crowd-this-bistro-impresses-everyone-20260223-p5o4kp.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-02-24 05:00 UTC+10:00] [National / WA] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: WA private schools spend big on new builds, but public schools are left behind
    Snippet: Five West Australian private schools are spending more on capital works than thousands of public schools nationally, a new report has revealed, with one high-fee school topping the list.
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/national/western-australia/wa-private-schools-spend-big-on-new-builds-but-public-schools-are-left-behind-20260223-p5o4oy.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-02-24 03:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Foreign debt service burden drops to $12B
    Snippet: THE country’s external debt service burden fell by 22.8 percent to $12.01 billion as of end-November from $15.57 billion a year earlier, preliminary Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) data showed.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/24/business/top-business/foreign-debt-service-burden-drops-to-12b/2283034
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    [2026-02-24 03:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Tax compliance drive seen lifting revenues
    Snippet: THE Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is optimistic about revenue collections this year amid intensified efforts to improve tax compliance and expand enforcement, its top official said.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/24/business/top-business/tax-compliance-drive-seen-lifting-revenues/2283029
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    [2026-02-24 03:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Measures to abolish travel tax gain in House
    Snippet: THE House Committee on Tourism on Monday approved the bills seeking to abolish the travel tax.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/02/24/news/national/measures-to-abolish-travel-tax-gain-in-house/2283102
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    [2026-02-24 00:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Zero Hedge
    Title: Futures Slide As Renewed Tariff Turmoil Shakes Global Markets
    Snippet: Stock futures slumped after Trump’s weekend tariff tantrum added uncertainty to American trade policy and was another blow to bullish outlooks for 2026. The Supreme Court’s tariff ruling means a big source of fiscal revenue from 2025 may have to be refunded (although if it is refunded to US consumers, who bore the brunt of tariffs as most liberals analysts concluded, it would represent a huge pre-midterm stimulus).
    Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/futures-slide-renewed-trade-chaos-shakes-global-markets
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    [2026-02-23 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Boom or bust? China’s Lunar New Year spending data is in – here is what we know
    Snippet: Initial figures show record travel, shifting spending patterns and a weak box office
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3344352/chinas-lunar-new-year-sees-modest-rise-consumer-spending-early-data-shows
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    [2026-02-23 19:53 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: 9News
    Title: The major change set to impact more than 14 million workers
    Snippet: Auto news: Public electric car charging cables cut and stolen at shopping centre
    Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/major-superannuation-shakeup-set-to-impact-more-than-14-million-workers/9a0798ed-c450-43eb-838c-a6555a2535a3
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    [2026-02-23 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Empty shops, falling rents: commercial property suffers in China retail slump
    Snippet: China’s key shopping street rents have fallen to 2018 levels as cautious consumers cut spending and landlords lower prices to fill vacancies
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3344308/empty-shops-falling-rents-commercial-property-takes-hit-china-retail-slump
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    [2026-02-23 12:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Financial Times
    Title: School economics class: UK swings to record £30bn budget surplus in January as retail sales surge
    Snippet: PublishedFebruary 23 2026
    Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/745d952f-65aa-4384-b608-94df54729ac4
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    [2026-02-23 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Hong Kong budget 2026-27: should the coming blueprint boost yuan’s global push?
    Snippet: Experts say Hong Kong has ‘distinct advantages’ that can support the country’s financial development amid geopolitical uncertainties
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3344264/should-hong-kongs-next-budget-make-room-taking-yuan-global-experts-weigh
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    [2026-02-23 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Editorial | Clearer skies allow Hong Kong budget to go beyond balancing the books
    Snippet: Modest growth and easing deficits enable a more focused approach to addressing the broad range of pressing issues facing the people of Hong Kong
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3344123/clearer-skies-allow-hong-kong-budget-go-beyond-balancing-books
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    [2026-02-23 02:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Pension entitlements secured for post-2016 public service recruits through new circular - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Ministry of Public Administration has taken steps to amend the letters of appointment relating to pension entitlements of officers appointed to the public service on or after January 1, 2016.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/22/breaking-news/955764/pension-entitlements-secured-for-post-2016-public-service-recruits-through-new-circular/
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    [2026-02-22 16:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Hong Kong budget must be ‘prudent’, balance social needs and reserves: Paul Chan
    Snippet: Finance chief also reveals purple cover for 2026-27 budget, saying it symbolises Hong Kong’s economic growth amid external volatility
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3344240/hong-kong-budget-must-be-prudent-balance-social-needs-and-reserves-paul-chan
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    [2026-02-22 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Hong Kong budget 2026-27: what’s holding back the city’s tech and talent schemes?
    Snippet: Finance chief’s blueprint seen as gauge for officials’ ‘reform mindset’ following Beijing’s 15th five-year plan recommendations
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3344219/hong-kong-budget-2026-27-whats-holding-back-citys-tech-and-talent-schemes
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    [2026-02-22 03:55 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Michael West Media
    Title: Be bold in May budget, roundtable guests urge Chalmers
    Snippet: February 22, 2026 03:55 | News
    Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/be-bold-in-may-budget-roundtable-guests-urge-chalmers/
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    [2026-02-21 12:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Nikkei Asia
    Title: Work
    Snippet: Reliance on brute-force price controls, subsidies and tax cuts raises concerns
    Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/work
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    [2026-02-21 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Hong Kong budget 2026-27: ‘sweeteners’ for grass roots or the middle class?
    Snippet: Debate grows in the wake of finance chief’s projection that city will achieve early operating account surplus after three-year deficit
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3344177/hong-kong-budget-2026-27-sweeteners-grass-roots-or-middle-class
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    [2026-02-21 07:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: RT News
    Title: READ MORE: US throws pennies at massive UN debt
    Snippet: The US has paid $160 million towards the more than $4 billion it owes the UN in the first payment since President Donald Trump’s return to the White House.
    Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/632850-us-massive-un-debt/
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    [2026-02-21 00:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Merz the latest European leader to visit China amid tensions with US
    Snippet: Trade deficit is likely to be top priority for German chancellor on his first official visit to China since taking office
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3344174/germanys-merz-latest-european-leader-visit-china-amid-tensions-us
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    [2026-02-20 22:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: HSBC cuts 10% of US debt team as restructuring gathers pace
    Snippet: At least six New York staff laid off as the bank presses ahead with a global overhaul aimed at saving US$1.5 billion a year
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3344162/hsbc-cuts-10-us-debt-team-restructuring-gathers-pace
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    [2026-02-20 19:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Deutsche Welle
    Title: САД: Дефицитот речиси непроменет и покрај царините
    Snippet: Трговскиот дефицит на САД минатата година речиси воопшто не се намалил, иако администрацијата на Доналд Трамп воведе обемни царини за увезената стока. Според податоците на американското Министерство за трговија, увозот на стоки и услуги во 2025 година ги надминал извозните приходи за околу 901,5 милијарди долари. Тоа е намалување од само две милијарди долари во однос на 2024 година.
    Read full article: https://www.dw.com/mk/trgovskiot-deficit-na-sad-vo-2025-recisi-nepromenet-i-pokraj-carinite-na-tramp/a-76053269
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    [2026-02-20 18:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Takaichi vows to make Japan ‘strong’, says no to ‘reckless’ fiscal policy
    Snippet: The prime minister said Tokyo was facing ‘the most severe and complex security environment’ since World War II, citing China and Russia
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3344108/takaichi-vows-make-japan-strong-and-prosperous-rules-out-reckless-fiscal-policy
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    [2026-02-20 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Why more foreign medical patients are opting for ‘China speed’
    Snippet: The speed, efficiency and affordability of treatment in China is attracting foreign patients, but some bottlenecks need to be cleared
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343956/could-medical-care-help-cure-chinas-services-trade-deficit
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    [2026-02-20 15:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: US drone presence worries China, neuroscientist moves to Shenzhen: 7 highlights
    Snippet: From China’s push for foreign Lunar New Year spending to a Hongkonger attacked in Japan, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3344059/us-drone-presence-worries-china-top-neuroscientist-moves-shenzhen-scmps-7-highlights
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    [2026-02-20 15:31 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Michael West Media
    Title: ‘Simple’ tax solution dismissed as illegal tobacco cure
    Snippet: February 20, 2026 15:31 | News
    Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/simple-tax-solution-dismissed-as-illegal-tobacco-cure/
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    [2026-02-20 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China helps Zimbabwe grow US$1.2 billion tobacco crop amid debt, health concerns
    Snippet: As Zimbabwe’s largest agricultural export and a primary foreign currency earner, tobacco dominates its trade with Beijing
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3343817/china-helps-zimbabwe-grow-us12-billion-tobacco-crop-amid-debt-health-concerns
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    [2026-02-20 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Japan’s Takaichi pushes to scrap food tax, ignoring economists’ warnings
    Snippet: The newly reappointed prime minister is gambling 5 trillion yen a year on a popular election promise that could backfire badly
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3344015/japans-takaichi-pushes-scrap-food-tax-ignoring-economists-warnings
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    [2026-02-20 11:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: What’s at stake for Hong Kong as reflected in budget 2026-27?Analysts are upbeat amid city’s booming IPO sector and thriving financial market, but warn of geopolitical headwinds.
    Snippet: Analysts are upbeat amid city’s booming IPO sector and thriving financial market, but warn of geopolitical headwinds
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3344041/hong-kong-budget-2026-27-beyond-balancing-books-whats-stake
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    [2026-02-20 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: No evidence to climate debt trap following Ditwah-Dr Wignaraja - DailyNews
    Snippet: Evidence does not point to a climate debt trap following Cyclone Ditwah and that cyclical growth of around 4% remains sustainable for 2026, although risks such as inflation are emerging, economic policy expert Dr. Ganeshan Wignaraja, told the Sri Lanka Investor Conference 2026 themed “Rebuild. Digitize. Reprice”, organized by Asia Securities held in Colombo recently.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/business/954516/no-evidence-to-climate-debt-trap-following-ditwah-dr-wignaraja/
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    [2026-02-20 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: MPs and pension rights - DailyNews
    Snippet: According to Deputy Tourism Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe, the position of Member of Parliament (MP) cannot be considered as a profession that attracts a pension. Speaking in Parliament during the debate on the Parliament Pensions (Repeal) Bill, Prof. Ranasinghe said; “We have received a mandate from the people. By abolishing pensions the mandate will be strengthened again.”
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/editorial/954634/mps-and-pension-rights/
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    [2026-02-20 04:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Deutsche Welle
    Title: Дефицит ракет для ПВО: как усилить защиту от баллистики РФ?
    Snippet: Украина испытывает острый дефицит ракет для систем противовоздушной обороны (ПВО), прежде всего к Patriot – комплексам, способным эффективно перехватывать баллистические цели. Впрочем, партнеры, в том числе США, не спешат масштабно наращивать поставки. Может ли Украина усилить защиту от баллистических ракет и снизить зависимость от других стран?
    Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/deficit-raket-kak-ukraine-ukrepit-pvo-dla-zasity-ot-rossijskoj-ballistiki/a-76049078
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    [2026-02-19 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China says it won’t seek reciprocity with South Africa on zero-tariff policy
    Snippet: Envoy makes the pledge as Beijing prepares to roll out tax-free access to the Chinese market for goods from 53 African nations
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3343979/china-says-it-wont-seek-reciprocity-south-africa-zero-tariff-policy
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    [2026-02-19 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Russia seeks Central Banks tie-up to facilitate increased tourist spending with cards - DailyNews
    Snippet: Russia has sought direct collaboration between the Central Banks of Sri Lanka and Russia to facilitate increased spending by Russian tourists visiting Sri Lanka, as Russian-issued visa, debit, or credit cards do not work overseas due to sanctions.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/local/954121/russia-seeks-central-banks-tie-up-to-facilitate-increased-tourist-spending-with-cards/
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    [2026-02-19 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Amendments to simplify tax arrears collections soon - DailyNews
    Snippet: Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera told Parliament that several Bills with legal amendments will be presented to Parliament in the near future to simplify the tax system by collecting tax arrears.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/local/954218/amendments-to-simplify-tax-arrears-collections-soon/
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    [2026-02-19 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China targets foreign tourists for Lunar New Year ‘consumption feast’
    Snippet: Beijing sees huge untapped potential in spending by inbound travellers as it strives to drive up demand over the crucial nine-day holiday
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343743/china-targets-foreign-tourists-lunar-new-year-consumption-feast
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    [2026-02-18 14:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Ford plans US$30,000 budget EV line to take on Chinese rivals
    Snippet: Ford shrinks battery size while extending driving range in bid to launch the new EV by 2027 for the same price as a conventional petrol car
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3343865/ford-plans-us30000-budget-ev-line-take-chinese-rivals
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    [2026-02-18 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Parliamentary Pension (Repeal) Bill passed with 154 votes - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Parliamentary Pension (Repeal) Bill was passed by 152 votes with 154 votes in favour and two votes against with no abstention, yesterday (17).
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/local/953410/parliamentary-pension-repeal-bill-passed-with-154-votes/
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    [2026-02-18 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Some social media activists spreading untruths on tourism - Deputy Minister - DailyNews
    Snippet: Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe said that a group of social media activists are trying to create a public opinion that most of the tourists coming to Sri Lanka are budget conscious and have low spending habits.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/local/953172/some-social-media-activists-spreading-untruths-on-tourism-deputy-minister/
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    [2026-02-17 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sri Lanka to host inaugural BIMSTEC expert meeting - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal for Sri Lanka to host the inaugural meeting of an expert group established under the BIMSTEC framework to strengthen cooperation on fiscal and monetary policy among member states.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/local/952911/sri-lanka-to-host-inaugural-bimstec-expert-meeting/
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    [2026-02-17 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Can Indonesia’s US$762 million Ramadan stimulus boost spending and growth?
    Snippet: The package, which includes fare cuts and food handouts, is meant to keep people travelling and shopping, and help shore up early-growth momentum
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3343826/will-indonesias-us762-million-ramadan-stimulus-be-positive-boost-economy
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    [2026-02-16 19:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Thailand’s economy rebounds despite tourism decline, pandemic
    Snippet: Lagging regional peers since the pandemic, the Thai economy has faced multiple headwinds, including US tariffs, high household debt and a strengthening baht
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3343736/thailands-economy-rebounds-despite-tourism-decline-pandemic
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    [2026-02-16 18:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China’s Xi prioritises ‘AI-plus’ and consumer spending to counter economic risks
    Snippet: Previously unreleased comments by Xi urge income growth and tech breakthroughs, potentially setting stage for measures ahead of March’s parliamentary meetings
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343726/chinas-xi-prioritises-ai-plus-and-consumer-spending-counter-economic-headwinds
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    [2026-02-16 17:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Asia Times
    Title: The credibility gamble behind Takaichi’s fiscal populism - Asia Times
    Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
    Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/the-credibility-gamble-behind-takaichis-fiscal-populism/
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    [2026-02-16 13:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Average South Korean YouTuber earnings jump 25% in 4 years to US$49,000 annually
    Snippet: Growth accelerated after a surge in political broadcasts following 2024’s martial law decree, prompting calls for stricter tax oversight
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3343671/average-south-korean-youtuber-earnings-jump-25-4-years-us49000-annually
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    [2026-02-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: United Motors Group posts LKR 2.4 Bn PAT - DailyNews
    Snippet: United Motors Group (UML) announced a robust financial performance for the first nine months of the financial year, ende December 31, 2025. Year-to-date Group Profit after Tax (PAT) for the financial year stood at Rs. 2.4 billion, an increase of 5,315% compared to the same period last year. At the company level, United Motors Lanka PLC profit increased to Rs.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/16/business/951759/united-motors-group-posts-lkr-2-4-bn-pat/
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    [2026-02-16 01:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Early flower blooms in warm weather add to sellers’ woes at festival fairs
    Snippet: Temperatures aside, vendors say competition from rivals over border and poor economy have dampened consumer spending
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343641/early-flower-blooms-warm-weather-add-sellers-woes-festival-fairs
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    [2026-02-15 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Why do South Korea’s Hallyu heroes find taxes so … taxing?
    Snippet: As K-culture conquers the world, its wealthy stars keep falling foul of a tax system ‘that has not yet fully caught up’
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3343517/why-south-koreas-hallyu-heroes-find-taxes-so-taxing
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    [2026-02-14 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Taiwan defence budget delays may push island down US priority list: William Lai
    Snippet: Island’s leader has appealed to opposition parties to stop blocking a US$40 billion spending plan, citing the need to ‘safeguard security’
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3343466/taiwan-defence-budget-delays-may-push-island-down-us-priority-list-william-lai-warns
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    [2026-02-14 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Financial Times
    Title: Are you ready for UK income tax to go digital?
    Snippet: We're showing you this article with reduced functionality due to intermittent issues on FT.com. This article is up-to-date as of February 14 2026.
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