UN's Antisemitism Action Plan Criticized for Lack of Definition
The UN's new Action Plan to combat antisemitism is criticized for failing to define antisemitism, despite a rise in global antisemitic incidents and the existence of a widely accepted definition; critics argue this omission renders the plan ineffective and highlights a systemic issue within the UN.
UN's Antisemitism Action Plan Criticized for Lack of Definition
The UN's new Action Plan to combat antisemitism is criticized for failing to define antisemitism, despite a rise in global antisemitic incidents and the existence of a widely accepted definition; critics argue this omission renders the plan ineffective and highlights a systemic issue within the UN.
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60% Bias Score
Rebuilt Mosul Minaret Symbolizes City's Recovery
The Al-Hadbaa Minaret of Mosul's Great Mosque of al-Nuri, destroyed by ISIS in 2017, has been rebuilt as part of a $115 million UNESCO-led project funded by the UAE and EU, using traditional techniques and salvaged materials; the reopening is expected in the coming weeks.
Rebuilt Mosul Minaret Symbolizes City's Recovery
The Al-Hadbaa Minaret of Mosul's Great Mosque of al-Nuri, destroyed by ISIS in 2017, has been rebuilt as part of a $115 million UNESCO-led project funded by the UAE and EU, using traditional techniques and salvaged materials; the reopening is expected in the coming weeks.
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36% Bias Score
India Protests U.S. Deportation of 104 Immigrants Amidst Allegations of Mistreatment
104 Indian immigrants were deported from the U.S. on a military plane on Wednesday, sparking protests in India's Parliament due to allegations of mistreatment during the flight, including being shackled, while the U.S. government defended its actions as vital to national security and the crackdown o...
India Protests U.S. Deportation of 104 Immigrants Amidst Allegations of Mistreatment
104 Indian immigrants were deported from the U.S. on a military plane on Wednesday, sparking protests in India's Parliament due to allegations of mistreatment during the flight, including being shackled, while the U.S. government defended its actions as vital to national security and the crackdown o...
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60% Bias Score
USAID Reorganization: Continued Foreign Aid with Increased Transparency
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the U.S. will continue foreign aid, but is reorganizing USAID, placing most staff on leave, and prioritizing "specially designated programs" to improve transparency and accountability amid concerns about public perception and efficiency, following an executiv...
USAID Reorganization: Continued Foreign Aid with Increased Transparency
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the U.S. will continue foreign aid, but is reorganizing USAID, placing most staff on leave, and prioritizing "specially designated programs" to improve transparency and accountability amid concerns about public perception and efficiency, following an executiv...
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60% Bias Score
New Orleans Musicians to Headline Super Bowl LIX Pregame Show
The 2025 Super Bowl LIX pregame show in New Orleans will feature Jon Batiste singing the national anthem, Lauren Daigle and Trombone Shorty performing "America the Beautiful," and Ledisi singing "Lift Every Voice and Sing," all reflecting the city's musical heritage; Kendrick Lamar will headline the...
New Orleans Musicians to Headline Super Bowl LIX Pregame Show
The 2025 Super Bowl LIX pregame show in New Orleans will feature Jon Batiste singing the national anthem, Lauren Daigle and Trombone Shorty performing "America the Beautiful," and Ledisi singing "Lift Every Voice and Sing," all reflecting the city's musical heritage; Kendrick Lamar will headline the...
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20% Bias Score
MENA Region Seeks to Boost Women's Employment Through Care Economy Investment
Only 18% of women in the Middle East and North Africa are formally employed, far below the global average; a UN initiative aims to increase this by 5% by 2030 by creating 400,000 jobs in key markets and bolstering the care economy, which currently meets only 10% of demand, to address the disproporti...
MENA Region Seeks to Boost Women's Employment Through Care Economy Investment
Only 18% of women in the Middle East and North Africa are formally employed, far below the global average; a UN initiative aims to increase this by 5% by 2030 by creating 400,000 jobs in key markets and bolstering the care economy, which currently meets only 10% of demand, to address the disproporti...
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28% Bias Score
FCC Investigates CBS News Over Selective Editing of Kamala Harris Interview
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr criticized CBS News for releasing only parts of its interview with Vice President Kamala Harris, prompting an FCC investigation and a lawsuit from Donald Trump alleging news distortion; CBS later released the full transcript.
FCC Investigates CBS News Over Selective Editing of Kamala Harris Interview
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr criticized CBS News for releasing only parts of its interview with Vice President Kamala Harris, prompting an FCC investigation and a lawsuit from Donald Trump alleging news distortion; CBS later released the full transcript.
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48% Bias Score
Newsom, Trump Collaborate on California Wildfire Recovery
Following criticism of his handling of the Southern California wildfires, California Governor Gavin Newsom met with President Trump at the White House on Wednesday, resulting in a commitment to joint recovery efforts and a shift from previous political tensions; Newsom requested "unconditional disas...
Newsom, Trump Collaborate on California Wildfire Recovery
Following criticism of his handling of the Southern California wildfires, California Governor Gavin Newsom met with President Trump at the White House on Wednesday, resulting in a commitment to joint recovery efforts and a shift from previous political tensions; Newsom requested "unconditional disas...
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44% Bias Score
2 Million Federal Employees Face Resignation Deadline Amidst Legal Challenges
Facing a February 6th deadline, over 2 million federal employees had to choose between a "deferred resignation" with paid leave but no work until September, or risk termination, prompting lawsuits alleging legal violations and raising concerns about potential service disruptions.
2 Million Federal Employees Face Resignation Deadline Amidst Legal Challenges
Facing a February 6th deadline, over 2 million federal employees had to choose between a "deferred resignation" with paid leave but no work until September, or risk termination, prompting lawsuits alleging legal violations and raising concerns about potential service disruptions.
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56% Bias Score
Fifteen Attorneys General Defy Trump's Sex-Change Ban for Minors
Fifteen attorneys general are defying President Trump's executive order restricting sex-change procedures for minors, arguing gender-affirming care is essential and lifesaving, while citing a court victory maintaining federal funding for such care.
Fifteen Attorneys General Defy Trump's Sex-Change Ban for Minors
Fifteen attorneys general are defying President Trump's executive order restricting sex-change procedures for minors, arguing gender-affirming care is essential and lifesaving, while citing a court victory maintaining federal funding for such care.
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72% Bias Score
Bangladesh's Post-Hasina Instability: Political Turmoil and Human Rights Concerns
Six months after Sheikh Hasina's ouster, Bangladesh grapples with political turmoil, human rights abuses, and economic instability; the interim government faces challenges in implementing reforms amidst competing demands for elections and accusations of suppressing dissent.
Bangladesh's Post-Hasina Instability: Political Turmoil and Human Rights Concerns
Six months after Sheikh Hasina's ouster, Bangladesh grapples with political turmoil, human rights abuses, and economic instability; the interim government faces challenges in implementing reforms amidst competing demands for elections and accusations of suppressing dissent.
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40% Bias Score
Trump Restarts "Maximum Pressure" Campaign Against Iran
US President Trump announced a renewed "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran, aiming to reduce Iranian oil exports to zero while preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, potentially escalating regional tensions and impacting global oil markets.
Trump Restarts "Maximum Pressure" Campaign Against Iran
US President Trump announced a renewed "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran, aiming to reduce Iranian oil exports to zero while preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, potentially escalating regional tensions and impacting global oil markets.
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40% Bias Score