December 2024
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Syrian Counteroffensive in Aleppo and Idlib Amidst Regional Instability
Following a surprise rebel offensive, Syrian government forces launched counterattacks in Aleppo and Idlib on Sunday, claiming to have killed nearly 1,000 insurgents while the Syrian Civil Defence reported at least 18 civilians dead from airstrikes; the conflict risks wider regional escalation.
Syrian Counteroffensive in Aleppo and Idlib Amidst Regional Instability
Following a surprise rebel offensive, Syrian government forces launched counterattacks in Aleppo and Idlib on Sunday, claiming to have killed nearly 1,000 insurgents while the Syrian Civil Defence reported at least 18 civilians dead from airstrikes; the conflict risks wider regional escalation.
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48% Bias Score
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Strong Opposition from French Farmers
The EU-Mercosur trade deal, creating one of the world's largest free trade areas, faces strong opposition from French farmers worried about unfair competition from South American producers due to differences in regulations and the potential for increased imports of beef and poultry. While some EU na...
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Strong Opposition from French Farmers
The EU-Mercosur trade deal, creating one of the world's largest free trade areas, faces strong opposition from French farmers worried about unfair competition from South American producers due to differences in regulations and the potential for increased imports of beef and poultry. While some EU na...
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48% Bias Score
Scholz Visits Kyiv, Pledges €650 Million in Military Aid to Ukraine
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz made a surprise visit to Kyiv on Monday, pledging €650 million in new military aid to Ukraine, bringing the total German commitment to approximately €28 billion since the Russian invasion began, and reaffirming Germany's position as Ukraine's largest European arms suppl...
Scholz Visits Kyiv, Pledges €650 Million in Military Aid to Ukraine
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz made a surprise visit to Kyiv on Monday, pledging €650 million in new military aid to Ukraine, bringing the total German commitment to approximately €28 billion since the Russian invasion began, and reaffirming Germany's position as Ukraine's largest European arms suppl...
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36% Bias Score
Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs on BRICS Over Potential Common Currency
President-elect Donald Trump threatened 100% tariffs on BRICS nations if they create a common currency to replace the US dollar, escalating trade tensions and potentially impacting global financial markets.
Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs on BRICS Over Potential Common Currency
President-elect Donald Trump threatened 100% tariffs on BRICS nations if they create a common currency to replace the US dollar, escalating trade tensions and potentially impacting global financial markets.
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44% Bias Score
Biden Grants Full Pardon to Son Hunter
President Joe Biden granted a full, unconditional pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, who faced up to 42 years in prison for tax fraud and illegal gun possession, citing a politically motivated "miscarriage of justice."
Biden Grants Full Pardon to Son Hunter
President Joe Biden granted a full, unconditional pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, who faced up to 42 years in prison for tax fraud and illegal gun possession, citing a politically motivated "miscarriage of justice."
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28% Bias Score
Helsing's Mass-Produced AI Drone Bolsters Ukraine's Defense
Helsing, a European AI startup, has mass-produced its HX-2 intelligent strike drone for Ukraine, providing a crucial advantage in the conflict with a range of 100 kilometers and the ability to operate effectively even in jammed environments, potentially producing thousands monthly.
Helsing's Mass-Produced AI Drone Bolsters Ukraine's Defense
Helsing, a European AI startup, has mass-produced its HX-2 intelligent strike drone for Ukraine, providing a crucial advantage in the conflict with a range of 100 kilometers and the ability to operate effectively even in jammed environments, potentially producing thousands monthly.
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44% Bias Score
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal: Farmer Protests and Regulatory Concerns
The EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, aiming to create one of the world's largest free trade areas, faces opposition from European farmers worried about unfair competition due to differing regulations in South American countries, despite potential economic benefits for other sectors and assurances f...
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal: Farmer Protests and Regulatory Concerns
The EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, aiming to create one of the world's largest free trade areas, faces opposition from European farmers worried about unfair competition due to differing regulations in South American countries, despite potential economic benefits for other sectors and assurances f...
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36% Bias Score
Biden Pardons Son, Defying Prior Pledge Amid Political Backlash
President Joe Biden granted a full pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, on December 1st, for gun and tax offenses, despite prior assertions of non-interference, citing personal reasons and facing accusations of political motivations.
Biden Pardons Son, Defying Prior Pledge Amid Political Backlash
President Joe Biden granted a full pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, on December 1st, for gun and tax offenses, despite prior assertions of non-interference, citing personal reasons and facing accusations of political motivations.
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52% Bias Score
ICC Warrants for Netanyahu Spark International Backlash
The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister, and Hamas' military chief for alleged crimes against humanity in Gaza, sparking international condemnation and raising questions about the court's effectiveness and leg...
ICC Warrants for Netanyahu Spark International Backlash
The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister, and Hamas' military chief for alleged crimes against humanity in Gaza, sparking international condemnation and raising questions about the court's effectiveness and leg...
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64% Bias Score
Machado Calls for Global Protests to Block Maduro's Inauguration
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado is organizing worldwide protests to stop Nicolás Maduro's inauguration on January 10th, claiming electoral fraud and supporting Edmundo González Urrutia as the legitimate winner, a position gaining international backing.
Machado Calls for Global Protests to Block Maduro's Inauguration
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado is organizing worldwide protests to stop Nicolás Maduro's inauguration on January 10th, claiming electoral fraud and supporting Edmundo González Urrutia as the legitimate winner, a position gaining international backing.
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64% Bias Score
From Islamism to Peace: A Palestinian's Journey and Critique of Pro-Palestine Activism
A Palestinian man recounts his family's history within the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, his own journey from Islamism and anti-Semitism to a desire for peaceful coexistence, and his criticism of both Palestinian leadership and Western pro-Palestine activism for hindering peace.
From Islamism to Peace: A Palestinian's Journey and Critique of Pro-Palestine Activism
A Palestinian man recounts his family's history within the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, his own journey from Islamism and anti-Semitism to a desire for peaceful coexistence, and his criticism of both Palestinian leadership and Western pro-Palestine activism for hindering peace.
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40% Bias Score
Volkswagen Faces Major Strike Amidst Wage Dispute
On December 5, 2023, a two-hour warning strike at most Volkswagen factories in Germany disrupted production, affecting over 120,000 employees due to Volkswagen's proposed 10% wage cut and potential plant closures, prompting calls for government intervention.
Volkswagen Faces Major Strike Amidst Wage Dispute
On December 5, 2023, a two-hour warning strike at most Volkswagen factories in Germany disrupted production, affecting over 120,000 employees due to Volkswagen's proposed 10% wage cut and potential plant closures, prompting calls for government intervention.
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40% Bias Score