December 2024
January 2025
Rebel Capture of Aleppo Exposes Russia's Weakened Syrian Presence
Aleppo, a key symbol of Russia's influence in Syria, fell to Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rebels in under four days due to Russia's reduced military support resulting from its war in Ukraine, signifying a potential shift in regional power dynamics.
Rebel Capture of Aleppo Exposes Russia's Weakened Syrian Presence
Aleppo, a key symbol of Russia's influence in Syria, fell to Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rebels in under four days due to Russia's reduced military support resulting from its war in Ukraine, signifying a potential shift in regional power dynamics.
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48% Bias Score
India-Bangladesh Tensions Rise After Attack on Consulate
Protests over alleged mistreatment of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh have led to an attack on a Bangladeshi consular office in India, prompting heightened security and diplomatic tensions between the two countries, as India and Bangladesh grapple with the aftermath of the ouster of former Bangladesh...
India-Bangladesh Tensions Rise After Attack on Consulate
Protests over alleged mistreatment of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh have led to an attack on a Bangladeshi consular office in India, prompting heightened security and diplomatic tensions between the two countries, as India and Bangladesh grapple with the aftermath of the ouster of former Bangladesh...
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40% Bias Score
Sharjah Curator Tops "Power 100" List, Spotlighting Middle Eastern Art
Hoor al-Qasimi, daughter of Sharjah's ruler, topped ArtReview's "Power 100" list for leading the Sharjah Art Foundation and Biennial, significantly increasing the global visibility of Middle Eastern art, despite censorship challenges within the region.
Sharjah Curator Tops "Power 100" List, Spotlighting Middle Eastern Art
Hoor al-Qasimi, daughter of Sharjah's ruler, topped ArtReview's "Power 100" list for leading the Sharjah Art Foundation and Biennial, significantly increasing the global visibility of Middle Eastern art, despite censorship challenges within the region.
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52% Bias Score
Georgia-Texas SEC Championship Showdown
The No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs and No. 2 Texas Longhorns clash in the SEC Championship game on December 2nd in Atlanta; the winner earns a first-round bye in the College Football Playoffs, while the loser hosts a first-round game.
Georgia-Texas SEC Championship Showdown
The No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs and No. 2 Texas Longhorns clash in the SEC Championship game on December 2nd in Atlanta; the winner earns a first-round bye in the College Football Playoffs, while the loser hosts a first-round game.
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20% Bias Score
Hamilton's Emotional Farewell: Mercedes Departure and Ferrari Move
Lewis Hamilton, 39, is leaving Mercedes after 12 years to join Ferrari in 2025, admitting to emotional struggles during his final season, which included a difficult relationship with his team and underperformance compared to previous years, culminating in his last race this weekend in Abu Dhabi.
Hamilton's Emotional Farewell: Mercedes Departure and Ferrari Move
Lewis Hamilton, 39, is leaving Mercedes after 12 years to join Ferrari in 2025, admitting to emotional struggles during his final season, which included a difficult relationship with his team and underperformance compared to previous years, culminating in his last race this weekend in Abu Dhabi.
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36% Bias Score
Iranian Filmmakers and Politician Condemn New Hijab Law
A new Iranian hijab law, prompting widespread condemnation from over 100 filmmakers and Faizeh Hashemi, is causing major political and social unrest as it's deemed 'anti-Iranian' and a violation of human rights, with concerns of increased societal division and protests.
Iranian Filmmakers and Politician Condemn New Hijab Law
A new Iranian hijab law, prompting widespread condemnation from over 100 filmmakers and Faizeh Hashemi, is causing major political and social unrest as it's deemed 'anti-Iranian' and a violation of human rights, with concerns of increased societal division and protests.
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68% Bias Score
French Government Collapses After No-Confidence Vote
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier resigned following a no-confidence vote in parliament, supported by both the left and right oppositions, resulting in the first government downfall through a no-confidence vote since 1962.
French Government Collapses After No-Confidence Vote
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier resigned following a no-confidence vote in parliament, supported by both the left and right oppositions, resulting in the first government downfall through a no-confidence vote since 1962.
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40% Bias Score
European Gas Prices Surge Amidst Fears of Cold Winter and End of Russian Transit
Rising European natural gas prices, nearing €49/MWh on November 21st, fueled by a potential cold winter and the end of Russian gas transit through Ukraine, raise concerns despite reduced reliance on Russian gas and lower prices than in 2022.
European Gas Prices Surge Amidst Fears of Cold Winter and End of Russian Transit
Rising European natural gas prices, nearing €49/MWh on November 21st, fueled by a potential cold winter and the end of Russian gas transit through Ukraine, raise concerns despite reduced reliance on Russian gas and lower prices than in 2022.
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32% Bias Score
UnitedHealthcare CEO Shot Dead in NYC, Prompts Increased Security Concerns
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed in New York City on Wednesday morning, despite having a company-assigned security detail that wasn't with him at the time of the shooting; the incident has prompted increased security measures among major healthcare providers and raised concern...
UnitedHealthcare CEO Shot Dead in NYC, Prompts Increased Security Concerns
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed in New York City on Wednesday morning, despite having a company-assigned security detail that wasn't with him at the time of the shooting; the incident has prompted increased security measures among major healthcare providers and raised concern...
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36% Bias Score
UnitedHealthcare CEO Shot Dead in NYC; Security Concerns Rise
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed in New York City on Wednesday morning; although he had a company-provided security detail, it was not with him at the time of the shooting; the incident highlights increased threats against corporate executives and sparked increased security me...
UnitedHealthcare CEO Shot Dead in NYC; Security Concerns Rise
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed in New York City on Wednesday morning; although he had a company-provided security detail, it was not with him at the time of the shooting; the incident highlights increased threats against corporate executives and sparked increased security me...
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36% Bias Score
California Earthquake Causes Minor Damage, Tsunami Warning Issued
A moderate earthquake struck California, causing minor infrastructure damage. A tsunami warning was issued but later canceled, highlighting the region's vulnerability to seismic events and the responsiveness of emergency systems.
California Earthquake Causes Minor Damage, Tsunami Warning Issued
A moderate earthquake struck California, causing minor infrastructure damage. A tsunami warning was issued but later canceled, highlighting the region's vulnerability to seismic events and the responsiveness of emergency systems.
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20% Bias Score
Fragile Lebanon Ceasefire Amidst Deep Skepticism
A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon follows a conflict that killed hundreds, leaving residents of Beirut's Dahieh district deeply skeptical of the agreement's sustainability due to unfulfilled conditions and ongoing reported violations.
Fragile Lebanon Ceasefire Amidst Deep Skepticism
A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon follows a conflict that killed hundreds, leaving residents of Beirut's Dahieh district deeply skeptical of the agreement's sustainability due to unfulfilled conditions and ongoing reported violations.
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40% Bias Score