TikTok's Temporary US Shutdown and Trump's Intervention
On January 18th, 2025, TikTok was briefly shut down in the US due to a new law mandating its sale to an American company or a ban. However, a subsequent executive order from former President Trump temporarily halted the enforcement of the law.
TikTok's Temporary US Shutdown and Trump's Intervention
On January 18th, 2025, TikTok was briefly shut down in the US due to a new law mandating its sale to an American company or a ban. However, a subsequent executive order from former President Trump temporarily halted the enforcement of the law.
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64% Bias Score
Descendants of Auschwitz Perpetrator and Victim Meet
In a deeply emotional meeting in Germany, the great-granddaughter of Holocaust victims confronted the granddaughter of a man who drove trains to Auschwitz, revealing the lasting trauma and the complexities of seeking reconciliation while some in the perpetrator's hometown resist acknowledging their ...
Descendants of Auschwitz Perpetrator and Victim Meet
In a deeply emotional meeting in Germany, the great-granddaughter of Holocaust victims confronted the granddaughter of a man who drove trains to Auschwitz, revealing the lasting trauma and the complexities of seeking reconciliation while some in the perpetrator's hometown resist acknowledging their ...
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36% Bias Score
Four Israeli Hostages Released in Gaza; Hamas Fails to Meet Full Ceasefire Terms
Four female Israeli soldiers held hostage by Hamas in Gaza were released on January 24, 2025, as part of a ceasefire agreement with Israel, although Hamas failed to meet all its commitments regarding the release of civilians.
Four Israeli Hostages Released in Gaza; Hamas Fails to Meet Full Ceasefire Terms
Four female Israeli soldiers held hostage by Hamas in Gaza were released on January 24, 2025, as part of a ceasefire agreement with Israel, although Hamas failed to meet all its commitments regarding the release of civilians.
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44% Bias Score
Trump Administration Expands "Expedited Removal" for Undocumented Immigrants
The Trump administration expanded "expedited removal," a fast-track deportation process, to include undocumented immigrants nationwide who cannot prove two years of continuous U.S. residence, bypassing judicial review and leading to immediate deportations.
Trump Administration Expands "Expedited Removal" for Undocumented Immigrants
The Trump administration expanded "expedited removal," a fast-track deportation process, to include undocumented immigrants nationwide who cannot prove two years of continuous U.S. residence, bypassing judicial review and leading to immediate deportations.
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44% Bias Score
ICE Access Denied at Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, November 17, 2023, unidentified law enforcement agents attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago, but were denied access by school officials who followed established protocols and contacted CPS legal and safety departments; ICE denied involvement.
ICE Access Denied at Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, November 17, 2023, unidentified law enforcement agents attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago, but were denied access by school officials who followed established protocols and contacted CPS legal and safety departments; ICE denied involvement.
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48% Bias Score
NIH Research Halted by Trump Administration's Communications Pause
The Trump administration's communications pause has blocked purchasing at the NIH, halting essential supplies for research and jeopardizing ongoing studies; researchers fear contract renewals will also be affected, creating further instability.
NIH Research Halted by Trump Administration's Communications Pause
The Trump administration's communications pause has blocked purchasing at the NIH, halting essential supplies for research and jeopardizing ongoing studies; researchers fear contract renewals will also be affected, creating further instability.
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44% Bias Score
ICE Raid in Newark Raises Concerns Over Scope of Trump's Deportation Orders
A raid by ICE agents at a Newark seafood business resulted in the arrest of undocumented immigrants and U.S. citizens, including an Army veteran, raising concerns about the scope of President Trump's new deportation orders targeting 1.4 million temporary residents and potentially affecting sanctuary...
ICE Raid in Newark Raises Concerns Over Scope of Trump's Deportation Orders
A raid by ICE agents at a Newark seafood business resulted in the arrest of undocumented immigrants and U.S. citizens, including an Army veteran, raising concerns about the scope of President Trump's new deportation orders targeting 1.4 million temporary residents and potentially affecting sanctuary...
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48% Bias Score
Release of Four Israeli Soldiers After 477 Days of Hamas Captivity
Four Israeli female soldiers, captured by Hamas on October 7, 2023, during a large-scale attack, were released after 477 days of captivity in a highly publicized event orchestrated by Hamas as propaganda; the incident sparked intense criticism of the Israeli military's response and led to the resign...
Release of Four Israeli Soldiers After 477 Days of Hamas Captivity
Four Israeli female soldiers, captured by Hamas on October 7, 2023, during a large-scale attack, were released after 477 days of captivity in a highly publicized event orchestrated by Hamas as propaganda; the incident sparked intense criticism of the Israeli military's response and led to the resign...
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52% Bias Score
Senate to Confirm Hegseth as Defense Secretary Amidst Misconduct Allegations
The Senate is poised to confirm Pete Hegseth as defense secretary despite allegations of sexual assault and abusive behavior, prioritizing his commitment to a "warrior culture" at the Pentagon over these concerns; the vote is expected late Friday.
Senate to Confirm Hegseth as Defense Secretary Amidst Misconduct Allegations
The Senate is poised to confirm Pete Hegseth as defense secretary despite allegations of sexual assault and abusive behavior, prioritizing his commitment to a "warrior culture" at the Pentagon over these concerns; the vote is expected late Friday.
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60% Bias Score
ICE Denies Attempted Entry into Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, agents, mistakenly identified as ICE, attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago but were denied access by staff following CPS protocols prioritizing student safety; ICE denied involvement.
ICE Denies Attempted Entry into Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, agents, mistakenly identified as ICE, attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago but were denied access by staff following CPS protocols prioritizing student safety; ICE denied involvement.
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56% Bias Score
Target Ends DEI Programs Amidst Political and Public Backlash
Target ended its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, including its Racial Equity Action and Change (REACH) initiatives, in response to political pressure and mixed public reactions, sparking controversy over its impact on the company's diverse workforce and customer base.
Target Ends DEI Programs Amidst Political and Public Backlash
Target ended its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, including its Racial Equity Action and Change (REACH) initiatives, in response to political pressure and mixed public reactions, sparking controversy over its impact on the company's diverse workforce and customer base.
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56% Bias Score
Supreme Court to Decide on Public Funding for Religious Charter Schools
The Supreme Court will decide whether states can refuse public funding to religious charter schools, after Oklahoma denied funding to St. Isidore Catholic Virtual School, sparking a nationwide debate on religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
Supreme Court to Decide on Public Funding for Religious Charter Schools
The Supreme Court will decide whether states can refuse public funding to religious charter schools, after Oklahoma denied funding to St. Isidore Catholic Virtual School, sparking a nationwide debate on religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
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48% Bias Score