India and Germany Partner on Multi-Billion Dollar Submarine Deal
Germany's Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and India's Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders will build six advanced submarines for the Indian Navy in a multi-billion dollar deal, highlighting continued naval cooperation despite India's ongoing reliance on Russian military equipment.
India and Germany Partner on Multi-Billion Dollar Submarine Deal
Germany's Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and India's Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders will build six advanced submarines for the Indian Navy in a multi-billion dollar deal, highlighting continued naval cooperation despite India's ongoing reliance on Russian military equipment.
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56% Bias Score
Germany Reports Sharp Drop in Asylum Applications and Illegal Entries
Germany's Interior Ministry reported a 37% drop in asylum applications in January 2025 (12,350) compared to 2024, alongside a decrease in illegal entries (5,147 in January 2025). Border controls led to the return of 13,786 individuals and the arrest of 3,306 with outstanding warrants, including extr...
Germany Reports Sharp Drop in Asylum Applications and Illegal Entries
Germany's Interior Ministry reported a 37% drop in asylum applications in January 2025 (12,350) compared to 2024, alongside a decrease in illegal entries (5,147 in January 2025). Border controls led to the return of 13,786 individuals and the arrest of 3,306 with outstanding warrants, including extr...
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40% Bias Score
North Macedonia Proposes Stricter Traffic Laws After Fatal Accident
In response to a fatal traffic accident in Skopje caused by a reckless driver, North Macedonia's political parties are proposing stricter traffic laws, including harsher penalties and increased police presence near schools, to improve road safety.
North Macedonia Proposes Stricter Traffic Laws After Fatal Accident
In response to a fatal traffic accident in Skopje caused by a reckless driver, North Macedonia's political parties are proposing stricter traffic laws, including harsher penalties and increased police presence near schools, to improve road safety.
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40% Bias Score
Missed Cancer Diagnosis Highlights Need for Ultrasound in Dense Breasts
TV presenter Julia Bradbury's breast cancer was missed twice due to dense breast tissue; an ultrasound finally detected a 6cm tumor during a third consultation, prompting reflection on the importance of alternative imaging for dense breasts and lifestyle changes in cancer prevention and recovery.
Missed Cancer Diagnosis Highlights Need for Ultrasound in Dense Breasts
TV presenter Julia Bradbury's breast cancer was missed twice due to dense breast tissue; an ultrasound finally detected a 6cm tumor during a third consultation, prompting reflection on the importance of alternative imaging for dense breasts and lifestyle changes in cancer prevention and recovery.
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28% Bias Score
Saba's Takeover Bids Rejected by Two More Investment Trusts
Shareholders of Henderson Opportunities and CQS Natural Resources Growth and Income investment trusts overwhelmingly rejected Saba Capital Management's takeover bids on January 26, 2024, marking Saba's fourth and fifth consecutive defeat in its attempt to consolidate London-listed investment trusts,...
Saba's Takeover Bids Rejected by Two More Investment Trusts
Shareholders of Henderson Opportunities and CQS Natural Resources Growth and Income investment trusts overwhelmingly rejected Saba Capital Management's takeover bids on January 26, 2024, marking Saba's fourth and fifth consecutive defeat in its attempt to consolidate London-listed investment trusts,...
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52% Bias Score
1918-1919 UK Police Strikes: Causes, Consequences, and Lasting Impact
In 1918 and 1919, low pay, the dismissal of a union organizer, and the lack of union recognition led to police strikes in London and Liverpool, resulting in widespread rioting in Liverpool and the subsequent outlawing of police strikes via the 1919 Police Act.
1918-1919 UK Police Strikes: Causes, Consequences, and Lasting Impact
In 1918 and 1919, low pay, the dismissal of a union organizer, and the lack of union recognition led to police strikes in London and Liverpool, resulting in widespread rioting in Liverpool and the subsequent outlawing of police strikes via the 1919 Police Act.
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40% Bias Score
GERB Accused of Favoritism in Budget Allocation, Sparking Public Outrage
The GERB party in Bulgaria is accused of prioritizing police and restaurant sectors with increased salaries and tax cuts, leading to public outrage and criticism over unfair distribution of public funds.
GERB Accused of Favoritism in Budget Allocation, Sparking Public Outrage
The GERB party in Bulgaria is accused of prioritizing police and restaurant sectors with increased salaries and tax cuts, leading to public outrage and criticism over unfair distribution of public funds.
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76% Bias Score
Thyssenkrupp Demands Political Action Amidst Steel Industry Restructuring
Thyssenkrupp Steel CEO Dennis Grimm, during a visit by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, called for immediate political action to improve conditions for the steel industry, including competitive energy costs and trade protection, highlighting the industry's importance to Germany's economic and geopolit...
Thyssenkrupp Demands Political Action Amidst Steel Industry Restructuring
Thyssenkrupp Steel CEO Dennis Grimm, during a visit by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, called for immediate political action to improve conditions for the steel industry, including competitive energy costs and trade protection, highlighting the industry's importance to Germany's economic and geopolit...
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48% Bias Score
French National Rally Unlikely to Trigger No-Confidence Vote Against Prime Minister
Facing no-confidence votes this week, French Prime Minister François Bayrou is unlikely to be ousted by the National Rally party, despite a January 31 Harris Interactive poll showing that a slim majority of its voters favor removing him. The party's leader, Jordan Bardella, stated that the party's f...
French National Rally Unlikely to Trigger No-Confidence Vote Against Prime Minister
Facing no-confidence votes this week, French Prime Minister François Bayrou is unlikely to be ousted by the National Rally party, despite a January 31 Harris Interactive poll showing that a slim majority of its voters favor removing him. The party's leader, Jordan Bardella, stated that the party's f...
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40% Bias Score
Vodafone Q4 Sales Up 5%, Driven by UK and Africa, Offset by German Slowdown
Vodafone's Q4 2024 turnover rose 5% to €9.8 billion, driven by strong UK (€1.9 billion, +7.2%) and African (+11.6% organic services revenue) sales, offsetting a German decline (-6.4% service revenue) due to price hikes and regulatory changes; a UK merger with Three is planned.
Vodafone Q4 Sales Up 5%, Driven by UK and Africa, Offset by German Slowdown
Vodafone's Q4 2024 turnover rose 5% to €9.8 billion, driven by strong UK (€1.9 billion, +7.2%) and African (+11.6% organic services revenue) sales, offsetting a German decline (-6.4% service revenue) due to price hikes and regulatory changes; a UK merger with Three is planned.
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40% Bias Score
YouGov CEO Resigns Amid Activist Investor Pressure
YouGov CEO Steve Hatch resigned on Tuesday after pressure from activist investor Gatemore Capital, who cited management missteps and a 70 percent share price decline over the last year. Co-founder Stephen Shakespeare will serve as interim CEO while YouGov seeks a buyer.
YouGov CEO Resigns Amid Activist Investor Pressure
YouGov CEO Steve Hatch resigned on Tuesday after pressure from activist investor Gatemore Capital, who cited management missteps and a 70 percent share price decline over the last year. Co-founder Stephen Shakespeare will serve as interim CEO while YouGov seeks a buyer.
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48% Bias Score
Australia Seeks Tariff Exemptions Amid Trump Trade Uncertainty
Newly released documents show Australian officials were uncertain about Donald Trump's post-election trade plans, prompting urgent talks with US counterparts to secure exemptions from potential tariffs on Australian aluminum and steel, despite assurances of a strong bilateral relationship.
Australia Seeks Tariff Exemptions Amid Trump Trade Uncertainty
Newly released documents show Australian officials were uncertain about Donald Trump's post-election trade plans, prompting urgent talks with US counterparts to secure exemptions from potential tariffs on Australian aluminum and steel, despite assurances of a strong bilateral relationship.
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44% Bias Score