[2026-01-19 08:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Death toll hits 39 in Spain high-speed rail disaster as more bodies recovered

Snippet: Rescuers work through the night after a derailing train crossed tracks and slammed into an oncoming service at high speed

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3340353/7-dead-after-high-speed-trains-collide-following-derailment-southern-spain

[2026-01-19 07:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Top Ukrainian negotiator says talks with US to continue in Davos

Snippet: Negotiators move from Florida to Switzerland for talks as Ukrainians reel from Russian attacks that have damaged energy infrastructure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3340352/kyiv-says-held-substantive-talks-us-discussions-continue-davos

[2026-01-19 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Driver dead, five injured in Haldummulla bus accident - DailyNews

Snippet: A bus driver was killed and five others were injured when it overturned near the double bridge in Haldummulla on the Badulla – Colombo main road yesterday morning (18), Haldummulla Police said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/local/935842/driver-dead-five-injured-in-haldummulla-bus-accident/

[2026-01-18 21:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong police arrest 2, record 220 offences in illegal road racing crackdown

Snippet: Officers intercepted 50 vehicles on suspicion of illegal modification during two-day operation ‘Fossington’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3340326/hong-kong-police-arrest-2-record-220-offences-illegal-road-racing-crackdown

[2026-01-18 20:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong driver avoids injury after drone crashes onto Tesla roof

Snippet: Police are searching for the owner of a drone that fell out of the sky and damaged a Tesla stopped at traffic lights in Jordan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340317/hong-kong-driver-avoids-injury-after-drone-crashes-tesla-roof

[2026-01-18 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s advances in AI fuel tech stock boom, help it shake off economic malaise

Snippet: China’s rise recasts the country from a low-cost base to a credible US tech challenger, just as global capital hunts for next growth engine

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3340312/chinas-tech-self-sufficiency-powers-stock-boom-and-helps-it-shake-economic-malaise

[2026-01-18 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Explainer | Hong Kong to enforce new seat belt rules on January 25: what you need to know

Snippet: Failure to follow the rules could result in a maximum fine of HK$5,000 and up to three months in prison

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3340311/hong-kong-enforce-new-seat-belt-rules-january-25-what-you-need-know

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese electric vehicle makers eye Western markets as trade barriers fall

Snippet: Canada will drop the 100 per cent punitive tariffs on Chinese-made pure electric cars while setting an annual import quota of 49,000 units

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3340254/chinese-electric-vehicle-makers-set-crack-open-western-markets-trade-barriers-fall

[2026-01-18 17:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong cyclist, 55, killed after being hit by van in Sheung Shui, driver arrested

Snippet: Dashcam footage circulating online shows cyclist riding across zebra crossing against red light

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340300/hong-kong-cyclist-killed-after-being-hit-van-sheung-shui-driver-arrested

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Melaku Belachew, Shitaye Eshete claim Hong Kong Marathon crowns - as it happened

Snippet: Melaku Belachew wins men’s race for second time, while Bahrain’s Shitaye Eshete goes close to breaking women’s mark set in 2019

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3340287/2026-standard-chartered-hong-kong-marathon-10km-leaders-near-finish-line-runners-hit-road

[2026-01-18 02:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesian plane with 11 people missing, search and rescue under way

Snippet: Hikers on Mount Bulusaraung have reported finding scattered debris, a logo consistent with Indonesia Air Transport markings

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3340279/indonesian-plane-11-people-missing-search-and-rescue-under-way

[2026-01-17 15:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Latin America: US issues 'military activity' flight advisory

Snippet: The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a series of flight advisories on Friday, warning airlines to exercise caution in the airspace over Mexico, Central America and parts of South America due to potential "military activities."

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/us-issues-military-activity-flight-advisory-over-latin-america/a-75545335

[2026-01-17 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: In the heat of competition, this young chef kept a cool head

Snippet: Now sous chef at Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred Belon, the 30-year-old Indonesian-Canadian once wanted to be an engineer

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3340146/ardy-fergusons-road-spellegrino-young-chef-crown

[2026-01-17 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Riverstone will be opened to tourists after renovation work is completed - Matale District Secretary - DailyNews

Snippet: Matale District Secretary Prasanna Madananayake stated that the reconstruction work on the Matale Riverston Road, which was damaged by a landslide due to Cyclone Ditwah, will be completed promptly and reopened to tourists.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/17/local/935256/riverstone-will-be-opened-to-tourists-after-renovation-work-is-completed-matale-district-secretary/

[2026-01-17 04:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Russian infrastructure attacks push Ukrainians to the brink

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/en/russian-infrastructure-attacks-push-ukrainians-to-the-brink/video-75531064

[2026-01-16 23:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: New appointments? Work over? Marcos previews ICI’s sundown

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/marcos-jr-independent-commission-infrastructure-end-work/

[2026-01-16 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Anthony Joshua returns to gym following car crash that killed two of his friends

Snippet: Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn said: ‘I do think he will want to return to boxing, but that will be his decision when the time is right’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/boxing/article/3340154/anthony-joshua-returns-gym-following-car-crash-killed-two-his-close-friends

[2026-01-16 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Financial Times

Title: Is it time to buy a racing car simulator?

Snippet: PublishedJanuary 16 2026

Read full article: https://www.ft.com/content/103954d8-d979-4335-ae87-634fc29cf7e8

[2026-01-16 19:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: The harsh road for Kenyan marathon runners

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/en/the-harsh-road-for-kenyan-marathon-runners/video-73737876

[2026-01-16 18:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong government’s cargo-tracking digital platform launched with 2,300 firms

Snippet: Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan says new Port Community System streamlines transport data, improving transparency for users

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/3340133/hong-kong-governments-cargo-tracking-digital-platform-launched-2300-firms

[2026-01-16 16:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Motorcyclists most at risk in road accidents, 9,000 deaths in 10 years - DailyNews

Snippet: In the past ten years, a total of 27,134 people have died in road accidents across Sri Lanka, according to police statistics. These fatalities occurred in 25,704 reported fatal accidents, out of 248,026 accidents recorded between 2016 and 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/local/935002/motorcyclists-most-at-risk-in-road-accidents-9000-deaths-in-10-years/

[2026-01-16 13:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Trump’s ‘America first’ agenda driving countries closer to China: survey

Snippet: Nearly 26,000 people from 21 countries overwhelmingly agreed that Chinese global influence will grow over the next decade

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3340086/trumps-america-first-agenda-driving-countries-closer-china-survey

[2026-01-16 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Quest for greatness in the pool driving Olympic swimming champion Zhang Yufei

Snippet: The 27-year-old is the most decorated Olympian in Chinese history, with 10 medals across the past two Olympic Games

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3340018/quest-greatness-pool-driving-olympic-swimming-champion-zhang-yufei-forward

[2026-01-16 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Too few Chinese finish secondary school to sustain growth

Snippet: To shift to a new growth model, China must redirect its focus from skyscrapers and infrastructure to raising educational attainment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3339187/why-chinas-next-development-priority-must-be-secondary-education

[2026-01-16 07:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Blankets, batteries, fires: How Kyiv is surviving icy winter

Snippet: Ukraine is currently undergoing a particularly cold spell with temperatures in the capital Kyiv reaching lows of minus 17 degrees Celsius. Because of Russia's ongoing destruction of the country's energy infrastructure, the situation is critical. Authorities have imposed strict timetables for when electricity can be used. About 400 high-rise buildings in the capital have no heating at all.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/blankets-batteries-fires-how-kyiv-is-surviving-icy-winter/a-75525775

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

Source: Daily News

Title: UNDP calls for inclusive access to recovery financing - DailyNews

Snippet: A United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) assessment on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka on Wednesday highlighted the need for continued support to restore infrastructure and livelihoods, particularly for informal workers and small businesses.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/local/934812/undp-calls-for-inclusive-access-to-recovery-financing/

[2026-01-16 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: INFRACON 2026 to drive future of Infrastructure & Construction Development in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: The Infrastructure & Construction Exhibition 2026 a premier industry event dedicated to the nation’s infrastructure and construction sectors will take place from July 3-5, 2026, at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Center (SBMEC), Colombo. Organized by Lanka Exhibitions and Conference Services (Pvt.) Ltd and Savor International Limited from Bangladesh.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/business/934520/infracon-2026-to-drive-future-of-infrastructure-construction-development-in-sri-lanka/

[2026-01-16 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Beruwala fuel station booked for misleading customers - DailyNews

Snippet: Kalutara District Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) Officers have raided a fuel station in the Beruwala area over allegations of misleading customers by falsely claiming that 92 Octane petrol was unavailable during night hours and instead selling the relatively expensive Euro 3 petrol.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/lawnorder/934786/beruwala-fuel-station-booked-for-misleading-customers/

[2026-01-16 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 91st B’day of Ven. Diviyagaha Yasassi Nayaka Thera - DailyNews

Snippet: In commemoration of the 91st birthday of the Viharadhipathi of the Buddhist Institute located on Watarappala Road, Mount Lavinia, the Most Venerable Diviyagaha Yasassi Nayaka Thera, a series of meritorious religious activities was conducted in Anuradhapura. In parallel with these religious observances, a charitable donation programme was held for expectant mothers, during which dry rations and other essential items were distributed.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/local/934698/91st-bday-of-ven-diviyagaha-yasassi-nayaka-thera/

[2026-01-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: UNDP commends Govt’s plans - DailyNews

Snippet: Nearly all communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka suffered damage to homes, roads and other critical infrastructure, according to a new United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) assessment released on Wednesday, underscoring the scale of recovery needs and the urgency of accessible financing for the most vulnerable. The qualitative assessment, based on key informant interviews with 510 local officials, business leaders, and community representatives across 85 divisional secretariat divisions in the 22 most affected districts, found that 95% of

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/business/934546/undp-commends-govts-plans/

[2026-01-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Developing a digital education prioritising child safety in parallel with education reforms – PM Dr. Harini Amarasuriya - DailyNews

Snippet: Higher Education, Vocational Education and Education Minister, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that developing digital infrastructure in schools is a targeted factor in carrying out educational reforms.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/local/934745/developing-a-digital-education-prioritising-child-safety-in-parallel-with-education-reforms-pm-dr-harini-amarasuriya/

[2026-01-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Monkey’s road jump hits motorcyclist in Mirigama - DailyNews

Snippet: A monkey that jumped across the road through moving traffic on the Pasyala-Giriulla main road was killed when it hit a motorcycle which was thrown across the road and hit a cement bowser, smashing the bike.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/local/934876/monkeys-road-jump-hits-motorcyclist-in-mirigama/

[2026-01-15 22:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Kazakhstan oil output plunges as Ukraine's drones hit Russia

Snippet: Ukraine's drone strikes on Russian energy infrastructure have hit Moscow's export operations significantly in recent months, but they are also affecting other countries, notably Kazakhstan.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/kazakhstan-oil-ukraine-russia-drones-black-sea/a-75455865

[2026-01-15 19:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Iran reopens airspace after closure to most flights amid US attack threats - DailyNews

Snippet: Iran temporarily closed its airspace to most flights amid United States President Donald Trump’s threats against the country, according to the US aviation authority.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/breaking-news/934336/iran-reopens-airspace-after-closure-to-most-flights-amid-us-attack-threats/

[2026-01-15 18:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Fire breaks out at vehicle spare parts shop in Maligawatta - DailyNews

Snippet: A fire broke out at a vehicle spare parts shop in the Maligawatta area earlier today (15), according to the Fire Services Department of the Colombo Municipal Council.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/local/934339/fire-breaks-out-at-vehicle-spare-parts-shop-in-maligawatta/

[2026-01-15 17:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Malaysia’s super-rich get cold feet as Langkawi luxury car tax perks vanish

Snippet: Supercar dealers report cancellations as the tax exemption removal threatens the local economy, tourism and jobs

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3339981/malaysias-super-rich-get-cold-feet-langkawi-luxury-car-tax-perks-vanish

[2026-01-15 15:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 61 million passenger trips at Hong Kong airport in 2025, up 15% year on year

Snippet: Airport Authority says strong figures came on the back of busy Christmas season, while cargo throughput for the year also rose 2.7 per cent

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3339960/61-million-passenger-trips-hong-kong-airport-2025-15-year-year

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: New deal eases logistics for Japan-Philippines drills amid China tensions

Snippet: The agreement removes taxes on military supplies, including weapons and fuel used in joint exercises

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3339959/japan-philippines-tighten-ties-new-defence-pact-amid-china-tensions

[2026-01-15 14:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: UNDP confirms widespread economic fallout from Cyclone Ditwah, calls for inclusive access to recovery financing - DailyNews

Snippet: Nearly all communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka suffered damage to homes, roads and other critical infrastructure, according to a new United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) assessment released on Wednesday, underscoring the scale of recovery needs and the urgency of accessible financing for the most vulnerable.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/local/934316/undp-confirms-widespread-economic-fallout-from-cyclone-ditwah-calls-for-inclusive-access-to-recovery-financing/

[2026-01-15 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | European test pilots put China’s C919 airliner through paces in Shanghai

Snippet: European Union Aviation Safety Agency test flights a crucial step in acquiring certification needed for global operation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3339945/chinas-c919-airliner-put-through-paces-test-pilots-european-aviation-regulator

[2026-01-15 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Air Force, Ports Authority gear up for the road battle - DailyNews

Snippet: The inaugural Lanka Ride Cycle Race, organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, will commence tomorrow (16) opposite Lake House at 9.00 a.m. The three-day event will conclude on Sunday (18) at Independence Square, covering a total distance of 440 kilometres.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/sports/934240/air-force-ports-authority-gear-up-for-the-road-battle/

[2026-01-15 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Two arrested with 11 kgs of narcotics in Matara - DailyNews

Snippet: Two persons who were transporting drugs in a motor car have been arrested by the Police at the Godagama-Palatuwa interchange on the Southern Expressway.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/breaking-news/934152/two-arrested-with-11-kgs-of-narcotics-in-matara/

[2026-01-15 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Person arrested in Badulla with two caskets and a vase, suspected to be of archaeological value - DailyNews

Snippet: A person who was transporting two caskets and a vase, suspected to be of ancient archaeological value, in a motor vehicle was arrested in the Deiyannewela area of Badulla on Tuesday night (13), the Police said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/lawnorder/934094/person-arrested-in-badulla-with-two-caskets-and-a-vase-suspected-to-be-of-archaeological-value/

[2026-01-15 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: A positive development - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet has decided to divest all remaining underutilised Plantation Ministry lands and properties coming under the Plantation and Community Infrastructure Ministry to suitable investors, according to a news item we published yesterday. The decision follows Cabinet approval granted on June 02, 2025, under which action is currently being undertaken to dispose of underutilised lands and properties identified in Stage One of the Sri Lanka State Plantation Corporation, the Janatha State Development Board and the Elkaduwa Plantation Company.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/editorial/934073/a-positive-development-14/

[2026-01-15 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Special SLTB bus services to ply for Thai Pongal - DailyNews

Snippet: Special bus services will be implemented by the Sri Lanka Transport and the National Transport Commission for the convenience of those travelling to their hometowns for the Thai Pongal festival and the upcoming long weekend.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/local/934158/special-sltb-bus-services-to-ply-for-thai-pongal/

[2026-01-14 23:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: La Cédéao baisse des taxes sur le transport aérien

Snippet: Kodjo avait déjà sorti sa calculatrice. Il pensait tenir la bonne nouvelle : des billets d’avion enfin moins chers en Afrique de l’Ouest.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/fr/etats-membres-cedeao-devront-revoir-taxes-reduire-25-pour-cent-redevances-passagers-securite/a-75503686

[2026-01-14 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Li Ka-shing’s CK Infrastructure gets nod to sell UK train leasing firm

Snippet: Deal to dispose of UK Rails (Eversholt Rail), which was bought in 2015, ‘will generate substantial revenue’, company says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3339897/li-ka-shings-ck-infrastructure-gets-nod-sell-train-leasing-firm-uk-rails

[2026-01-14 21:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Special advisory issued for expressway drivers - DailyNews

Snippet: The Road Development Authority (RDA) has urged motorists to exercise heightened caution while travelling on expressways due to heavy fog conditions prevailing in several areas.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/local/933662/special-advisory-issued-for-expressway-drivers/

[2026-01-14 19:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Dizon reopens Bukidnon road, restoring vital Northern Mindanao-Davao link

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/vince-dizon-reopens-bukidnon-road-vital-link-northern-region-davao/

[2026-01-14 19:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Tesla to offer self-driving software only on monthly basis from February 14, Musk says

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/tesla-self-driving-software-monthly-subscription-only-february-2026/