Editorial | Swift action on traffic accident scams in Hong Kong to be commended
Fraudulent claims over minor or non-existent traffic collisions should prompt drivers to remain alert on and off the road
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Mattala Airport handles highest passenger number in 2025 - DailyNews
The Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) has handled the highest ever passenger movements in 2025, the Airport and Aviation Services Company said.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Traffic fines payable countrywide using GovPay now - DailyNews
The Digital Economy Ministry stated that all traffic fines can now be paid on the spot using GovPay, as the system has gone live countrywide.The Ministry added that since its introduction in April 2025, fines amounting to Rs.115 million have been settled through over 86,000 transactions via GovPay. In a statement, t…
· Gayan Abeykoon
LANKATILES opens 58th showroom in Galle - DailyNews
Sri Lanka’s leading tile manufacturer, LANKATILES announced the opening of its 58th showroom and second in the Galle located on Matara Road, Pettigalawatta, Galle.
· Gayan Abeykoon
More Bailey Bridges from India arrive - DailyNews
India has stepped up its post-disaster assistance to Sri Lanka with the delivery of 10 additional Bailey bridges. The Acting High Commissioner of India, Satyanjal Pandey handed over the new Bailey bridges to the Ports and Civil Aviation Deputy Minister Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku at Colombo Port yesterday.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Russia attacks Ukraine infrastructure as peace talks resume
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Video | Giant sinkhole threatens Indonesian village
Crop plantations and infrastructure in Aceh village have been destroyed by giant sinkhole
· Johnny Wan
Indonesian village at risk of being swallowed by 100 metre deep sinkhole | South China Morning Post
Crop plantations and infrastructure in Aceh village have been destroyed by giant sinkhole.
‘GovPAY’ digital traffic fine system rollout Islandwide successfully - DailyNews
In a landmark achievement for Sri Lanka’s digital governance, the ‘GovPAY’ traffic fine payment project successfully completed its island-wide rollout on February 3, 2026.
· Thushan Jayasuriya
Mattala Airport hits historic milestone - DailyNews
The Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) achieved its highest passenger traffic in 2025 since its inception in 2013, according to the Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Limited (AASL).
· Thushan Jayasuriya
Sparks of discovery: Life Science & Medicine dialogue with Shaw Laureates inspires next generation of scientists
Students gain first-hand inspiration from Shaw Laureates 2025, exploring how passion and imagination fuel breakthroughs in Life Science & Medicine
· Young Post Team
Could China’s first hybrid transport drone be a ‘game changer’ in Taiwan Strait?
The CH YH-1000S, an unmanned vehicle that is considered capable of supplying combat troops, completed its maiden flight over the weekend
· Alcott Wei
Editorial | Keep Hong Kong safe, but limit impact on drivers’ livelihoods
Stricter health checks must be implemented in a way that enhances road safety while also respecting elderly drivers’ contributions
· SCMP Editorial
Exposition of Sacred Relics – Implementation of a Special Shuttle Bus Service - DailyNews
The Sacred Relics will be exhibited for public veneration at the Gangaramaya Temple, Hunupitiya, from 6:00 a.m. on February 05, 2026 till 7:00 a.m. on February 11, 2026. In order to facilitate the movement of devotees, a special shuttle bus service has been arranged to transport the public to the Gangaramaya Temple …
· shanaka
Review | Tokyo Taxi: Takuya Kimura and Chieko Baisho lead moving Yoji Yamada drama
Tokyo Taxi is an utterly captivating ride that sees an elderly woman bond with her taxi driver while reminiscing about her eventful life
· James Marsh
Road to equality? Iran formally allows women to ride motorcycles
In a country where women’s public presence is heavily regulated, the right to operate a vehicle is a powerful indicator of shifting social boundaries
· Agence France-Presse
Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific to increase profit-sharing bonus after strong recovery
Airline forecasts paying out higher bonuses to eligible staff amid strong financial results and a record customer satisfaction score for 2025
· Wynna Wong
China retail chain boss rescues man by pulling car from freezing river, earning high praise
Despite numerous health problems, 60-year-old entrepreneur ventures into icy water to pull stricken vehicle and its owner to safety
· Alice Yan
[Kasalikasan] What do traffic and garbage have in common? Band-aid solutions
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In-depth After flood control mess, NIA chief’s daughter transfers ownership of $1.2-M Las Vegas house Philippine News Supreme Court junks petition questioning ICI’s establishment Feb 4, 2026 5:53 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Philippine News Mission accomplished? What the I…
Arrests for illegal use of e-bikes, scooters in Hong Kong up 17% to 760 in 2025
Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan says surge in arrests underscores urgent need for formal regulations to ensure public safety
· Oscar Liu
Xi’s Apec playbook? How China could use new chair role at ‘pivotal juncture’
Hosting the bloc for just the third time in 25 years, China is promoting people-centred policies, infrastructure funding and predictability
· Frank Chen
China’s first ‘Tesla killer’, flying car makers eye lift-off date: 7 EV reads
From analysis on Beijing-Ottawa tariff deal to foreign carmakers set to stage China comeback, here are seven EV stories you may have missed
· SCMP
High rollers offered limousine trips for HK$3,500 as Uber drives into Macau
As cross-border travel requires permits, the service is exclusively operated by veteran transport operator Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings
· Theodora Yu
Cabinet approves technical partnership to revitalize 175 community water projects - DailyNews
The National Community Water Supply Department (NCWSD) is set to resume work on vital infrastructure after the Cabinet approved a strategic partnership to overcome technical staffing shortages.
· Thushan Jayasuriya
Mainland memory firms eye Hong Kong for funds to fuel ‘global ambitions’
Several suppliers aim to follow in the footsteps of Montage Technology, which is set to raise US$896 million and debuts next week
· Coco Feng
HKMA launches quantum readiness and cybersecurity projects for banks in AI era
Banking regulator sets fintech road map with quantum index and measures to boost security, data quality and skills
· Themis Qi
Hong Kong taxi driver fined for throwing passenger’s change out of window
Cabby had a dispute with woman over his driving speed
· Fiona Chow
Sve više ljudi kupuje prehrambene namirnice na internetu
Johen Kap preuzima namirnice koje je kupio na vratima svog stana u Direnu. Za kupovinu mu je trebalo otprilike 30 sekundi. Namirnice je naručio iz onlajn-prodavnice. On i njegova supruga, zbog svojih zdravstvenih prilika, izuzetno cene tu uslugu dostave. „Oboje smo invalidi, nemamo auto i rado naručujemo stvari koje…
· Andreas Hodap, Jens Eberl
China woman adjusts community traffic mirror for better feng shui, causing series of accidents
Police called in after woman and her family suffer a run of bad luck, health; officers say superstitious behaviour could constitute criminal offence
· Fran Lu
China bans hidden car door handles over safety concerns - DailyNews
China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles (EVs), making it the first country to stop the use of the controversial designs that were made popular by multi-billionaire Elon Musk’s Tesla.
· Thushan Jayasuriya
Teachers can only be recruited through examinations – Bimal - DailyNews
Transport, Highways and Urban Development Minister Bimal Ratnayake stated that teacher recruitment must be conducted strictly through competitive examinations as provided for in the Constitution, and that this procedure cannot be altered to suit the preferences of the President or Ministers.
· damith
Digitalising education within Sri Lanka’s reform agenda - DailyNews
The education reforms that Sri Lanka plans to implement from 2026 are one of the most ambitious attempts to realign the general education system with the social and economic realities of the country. These reforms are structured around five key pillars-curriculum modernisation, human resource development, infrastruc…
· damith
Raiders descending from the sky - DailyNews
All of us have watched movies that show soldiers parachuting into battle. Other films depict Special Forces storming buildings, landing by helicopter or “fast roping” from a helicopter into urban targets. Success in real life is achieved with sacrifice, planning and intense training. The failure of Operation Eagle C…
· damith
AA Japan opens first office in Sri Lanka - DailyNews
AA Japan (Private) Limited has opened its first office in Sri Lanka in January 2026, bringing three decades of experience in the Japanese used vehicle export business directly to the Sri Lankan market.
· damith
Govt will provide land ownership to estate workers - Deputy Minister - DailyNews
Plantation and Community Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep said that steps will be taken to provide land ownership to estate workers under the National People’s Power Government in the future.
· damith
Exposition of Sacred Relics brought from India at Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple - DailyNews
A special traffic management plan with heightened security has been announced by the Sri Lanka Police in view of the exposition of Sacred Relics brought from India which is scheduled to take place from February 05 to 11, 2026 at the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple.
· damith
Россия возобновила удары по украинской энергетике
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Auto spalinowe czy elektryczne: kiedy robi się taniej?
Osoby, które ładowały samochód elektryczny klasy średniej lub wyższej w domu, miały około 56 procent niższe koszty eksploatacji w porównaniu do pojazdów benzynowych – ogłosił w poniedziałek (02.02.2026) portal porównawczy Verivox. „W porównaniu do pojazdów na olej napędowy koszty były o około 30 procent niższe”, jak…
· Deutsche Welle
Njemačka: kupovina u online-supermarketima sve popularnija
Jochen Kapp iz Dürena otvara vrata i preuzima robu. Nakon otprilike 30 sekundi on je završio kupovinu. Ono što mu je trebalo, naručio je iz online-supermarketa. On i njegova supruga, zbog svojih zdravstvenih prilika, izuzetno cijene uslugu dostave koje nude ti supermarketi. "Oboje smo osobe s invaliditetom, nemamo a…
· Jens Eberl, Andreas Hodapp
FAA Warns Airlines About Safety Risks From Rocket Launches, Urges “Extreme Caution”
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a sharp warning that rocket launches could “significantly reduce safety” for airplanes, urging pilots to prepare for the possibility that “catastrophic failures” could create dangerous debris fields.
· Heather Vogell and Agnel Philip
Online payment facilities introduced for UDA clients under national digitalization drive - DailyNews
Online payment facilities were introduced today (02) for clients of the Urban Development Authority (UDA) as part of the government’s national digitalization programme, with the launch held at the Peliyagoda Manning General Market Complex under the patronage of Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development B…
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Chinese EV makers’ shares skid as sales slide after tax incentive ends
Shares in Hong Kong-listed BYD, Xpeng, Li Auto and Nio plummet as tepid January sales underline pessimistic forecasts for the year
· Daniel Ren
Hyundai не воспользовалась правом на выкуп завода в России
Южнокорейская компания Hyundai Motor в понедельник, 2 февраля, сообщила, что не воспользовалась правом на обратный выкуп своего бывшего завода в Санкт-Петербурге. Причиной стала продолжающаяся война в Украине, писало в декабре агентство Reuters со ссылкой на источники в компании.
· Кира Красовская
Hong Kong pin Asian cycling medal hopes on Lee, as coach waits for contract news
Ceci Lee will lead city’s challenge at Asian Road Cycling Championships in Saudi Arabia. Head coach Herve Dagorne’s contract close to ending
· Paul McNamara
Malaysia rushes to plug leaks as Sabah’s subsidised fuel flows to Philippines
The Malaysian state’s proximity to southern islands in the Philippines has made enforcement against fuel smugglers difficult
· Ushar Daniele
Bus fares will have to be increased due to traffic diesel burn - Gemunu - DailyNews
Despite a slight decrease in fuel prices, the Chairman of the Private Bus Owners Association, Gemunu Wijeratne, says that private bus fares will have to be increased in the future.
· damith
Ideas worth protecting - DailyNews
Don Hema Gunasekara has spent nearly five decades working at the frontier of telecommunications. Satellite systems. Wireless infrastructure. All that now remains the instrumental scaffolding that keeps the modern world upright. He holds more than 130 active US patents, a number that sounds abstract until you realise…
· damith
Agro Multi Cultivation signs MoU - DailyNews
Agro Multi Cultivation (AMC), a member of the DEO GROUP and Safe Foods Solution signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on January 26, at the AMC Head Office, Lauries Road, Bambalapitiya, Colombo 04.
· damith
Hyundai-Aban Auto ignites football fever with FIFA World Cup test drive promotion - DailyNews
Hyundai-Abans Auto is bringing the excitement of world-class football closer to home with a promotion that gives Sri Lankans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the FIFA World Cup live in the United States.
· damith