December 2024
January 2025
China Urges Uniqlo to Prioritize Business Interests Amid Xinjiang Cotton Controversy
Following a BBC interview where Uniqlo CEO Tadashi Yanai stated that the company does not use Xinjiang cotton, China urged the company to prioritize its business interests and avoid political pressure, leading to significant online debate and potential boycotts in China.
China Urges Uniqlo to Prioritize Business Interests Amid Xinjiang Cotton Controversy
Following a BBC interview where Uniqlo CEO Tadashi Yanai stated that the company does not use Xinjiang cotton, China urged the company to prioritize its business interests and avoid political pressure, leading to significant online debate and potential boycotts in China.
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56% Bias Score
Long March 12 Rocket Successfully Launches, Expanding China's Space Capabilities
China successfully launched the Long March 12 rocket on October 28, 2023, from the newly opened Hainan International Commercial Aerospace Launch Center, deploying two experimental satellites into orbit; this 62.6-meter-tall rocket features a larger diameter (3.8 meters) and advanced technologies, im...
Long March 12 Rocket Successfully Launches, Expanding China's Space Capabilities
China successfully launched the Long March 12 rocket on October 28, 2023, from the newly opened Hainan International Commercial Aerospace Launch Center, deploying two experimental satellites into orbit; this 62.6-meter-tall rocket features a larger diameter (3.8 meters) and advanced technologies, im...
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24% Bias Score
Aleppo Offensive: UN Urges Cessation of Hostilities Amidst Civilian Casualties
A rebel offensive in Aleppo, Syria, on November 29th, 2024, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, resulted in civilian casualties, infrastructure damage, and displacement, prompting the UN to urge a cessation of hostilities and dialogue.
Aleppo Offensive: UN Urges Cessation of Hostilities Amidst Civilian Casualties
A rebel offensive in Aleppo, Syria, on November 29th, 2024, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, resulted in civilian casualties, infrastructure damage, and displacement, prompting the UN to urge a cessation of hostilities and dialogue.
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28% Bias Score
Trump's Tariffs Could Hike Consumer Goods Prices by 20-40%
President-elect Trump's planned tariff increases on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada could significantly raise consumer prices on electronics, household appliances, and toys by an average of 20-40%, according to analyses by the Consumer Technology Association and the National Retail Federation...
Trump's Tariffs Could Hike Consumer Goods Prices by 20-40%
President-elect Trump's planned tariff increases on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada could significantly raise consumer prices on electronics, household appliances, and toys by an average of 20-40%, according to analyses by the Consumer Technology Association and the National Retail Federation...
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52% Bias Score
China Studies Russia's Sanctions Evasion to Prepare for Potential Taiwan Invasion
China is studying how Russia circumvents Western sanctions imposed after its invasion of Ukraine to prepare for potential sanctions if it invades Taiwan; a Chinese government working group, formed in 2022, is analyzing Russia's strategies, including its increased trade with China, India, and Turkey,...
China Studies Russia's Sanctions Evasion to Prepare for Potential Taiwan Invasion
China is studying how Russia circumvents Western sanctions imposed after its invasion of Ukraine to prepare for potential sanctions if it invades Taiwan; a Chinese government working group, formed in 2022, is analyzing Russia's strategies, including its increased trade with China, India, and Turkey,...
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40% Bias Score
Hezbollah Weakened After Ceasefire with Israel
Following a year-long conflict, Hezbollah and Israel reached a ceasefire, leaving Hezbollah significantly weakened due to heavy losses of fighters and infrastructure, despite continuing its political and social presence in Lebanon.
Hezbollah Weakened After Ceasefire with Israel
Following a year-long conflict, Hezbollah and Israel reached a ceasefire, leaving Hezbollah significantly weakened due to heavy losses of fighters and infrastructure, despite continuing its political and social presence in Lebanon.
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48% Bias Score
US Visa Denials Threaten CES's International Standing
The upcoming CES 2025 in Las Vegas faces unprecedented visa denials for Chinese tech companies, jeopardizing its international standing and highlighting US-China tensions, despite China accounting for over 30% of the 4000 exhibitors.
US Visa Denials Threaten CES's International Standing
The upcoming CES 2025 in Las Vegas faces unprecedented visa denials for Chinese tech companies, jeopardizing its international standing and highlighting US-China tensions, despite China accounting for over 30% of the 4000 exhibitors.
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56% Bias Score
Xi Jinping's Latin America Visit Strengthens China-Region Ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Peru and Brazil in November 2024, participating in APEC and G20 summits, resulting in an optimized Peru-China free trade agreement, numerous cooperation deals, and showcasing China's commitment to strengthening ties with Latin America.
Xi Jinping's Latin America Visit Strengthens China-Region Ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Peru and Brazil in November 2024, participating in APEC and G20 summits, resulting in an optimized Peru-China free trade agreement, numerous cooperation deals, and showcasing China's commitment to strengthening ties with Latin America.
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44% Bias Score
Georgia Protests Erupt After Government Delays EU Membership Talks
Following the Georgian government's decision to delay EU membership talks for four years, thousands of protesters took to the streets, met with a violent police crackdown resulting in over 100 arrests and dozens of injuries. The US suspended its strategic partnership with Georgia.
Georgia Protests Erupt After Government Delays EU Membership Talks
Following the Georgian government's decision to delay EU membership talks for four years, thousands of protesters took to the streets, met with a violent police crackdown resulting in over 100 arrests and dozens of injuries. The US suspended its strategic partnership with Georgia.
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40% Bias Score
China's Supply Chain Expo Concludes with $21 Billion in Deals
The 2nd China International Supply Chain Expo, held in Beijing from November 26th-30th, 2024, concluded with over 210 signed business deals worth over $21 billion USD, attracting over 200,000 visitors and 600 exhibitors from nearly 70 countries.
China's Supply Chain Expo Concludes with $21 Billion in Deals
The 2nd China International Supply Chain Expo, held in Beijing from November 26th-30th, 2024, concluded with over 210 signed business deals worth over $21 billion USD, attracting over 200,000 visitors and 600 exhibitors from nearly 70 countries.
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12% Bias Score
Major Rebel Gains in Syria Destabilize Region
Rebel forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), have launched a major offensive in Syria, capturing significant territory in Aleppo and advancing toward Hama, causing a major setback for the Assad regime and prompting Russian airstrikes.
Major Rebel Gains in Syria Destabilize Region
Rebel forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), have launched a major offensive in Syria, capturing significant territory in Aleppo and advancing toward Hama, causing a major setback for the Assad regime and prompting Russian airstrikes.
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40% Bias Score
UK Announces £19 Million in Additional Aid for Gaza
UK International Development Minister Anneliese Dodds announced an additional £19 million in aid for Gaza, bringing the UK's 2024 total to £99 million, supporting over half a million people with healthcare, water, and sanitation, while also calling for a ceasefire and the release of hostages.
UK Announces £19 Million in Additional Aid for Gaza
UK International Development Minister Anneliese Dodds announced an additional £19 million in aid for Gaza, bringing the UK's 2024 total to £99 million, supporting over half a million people with healthcare, water, and sanitation, while also calling for a ceasefire and the release of hostages.
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40% Bias Score