December 2024
January 2025
German Firms Deepen China Localization Amidst Rising Competition
A survey by the German Chamber of Commerce in China reveals that 40% of German companies operate more independently in China, a 12% increase from last year, driven by competition and price pressure; over 50% plan increased investment to maintain their competitiveness amid the rise of Chinese innovat...
German Firms Deepen China Localization Amidst Rising Competition
A survey by the German Chamber of Commerce in China reveals that 40% of German companies operate more independently in China, a 12% increase from last year, driven by competition and price pressure; over 50% plan increased investment to maintain their competitiveness amid the rise of Chinese innovat...
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44% Bias Score
NSW Premier Referred to ICAC over Rosehill Development
A NSW parliamentary inquiry is expected to recommend that Premier Chris Minns be referred to the ICAC over his involvement in a proposal to redevelop the Rosehill racecourse into a housing development, with allegations focusing on his friendship with ATC government relations manager Steve McMahon.
NSW Premier Referred to ICAC over Rosehill Development
A NSW parliamentary inquiry is expected to recommend that Premier Chris Minns be referred to the ICAC over his involvement in a proposal to redevelop the Rosehill racecourse into a housing development, with allegations focusing on his friendship with ATC government relations manager Steve McMahon.
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56% Bias Score
Colombian Drug Lord Released from US Prison
After serving 25 years of a 30-year sentence for drug smuggling, Colombian drug lord Fabio Ochoa Vásquez was released from a US prison on Tuesday and is expected to be deported to Colombia, where authorities believe he will retain significant wealth.
Colombian Drug Lord Released from US Prison
After serving 25 years of a 30-year sentence for drug smuggling, Colombian drug lord Fabio Ochoa Vásquez was released from a US prison on Tuesday and is expected to be deported to Colombia, where authorities believe he will retain significant wealth.
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36% Bias Score
UNESCO Recognizes Serbian Village's Naïve Art as Intangible Cultural Heritage
UNESCO recognized the naïve art of Kovacica, Serbia, a tradition started by two farmers in 1939, as an intangible cultural heritage, highlighting its cultural significance and the preservation of the Slovak community's history.
UNESCO Recognizes Serbian Village's Naïve Art as Intangible Cultural Heritage
UNESCO recognized the naïve art of Kovacica, Serbia, a tradition started by two farmers in 1939, as an intangible cultural heritage, highlighting its cultural significance and the preservation of the Slovak community's history.
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24% Bias Score
British Tourist Found Dead in Turkish Hotel Lift Shaft; Brother Claims Murder
A 20-year-old British tourist, Tyler Kerry, was found dead in a Turkish hotel lift shaft on November 29th; his brother claims murder, citing a blood-stained vape and the circumstances of the discovery.
British Tourist Found Dead in Turkish Hotel Lift Shaft; Brother Claims Murder
A 20-year-old British tourist, Tyler Kerry, was found dead in a Turkish hotel lift shaft on November 29th; his brother claims murder, citing a blood-stained vape and the circumstances of the discovery.
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60% Bias Score
"Nightbitch": A Raw Look at Early Motherhood
Amy Adams and Marielle Heller's "Nightbitch," releasing December 6th, portrays the raw, often surreal experiences of early motherhood, drawing from the filmmakers' and actors' personal experiences to offer an unflinching look at the challenges faced by mothers.
"Nightbitch": A Raw Look at Early Motherhood
Amy Adams and Marielle Heller's "Nightbitch," releasing December 6th, portrays the raw, often surreal experiences of early motherhood, drawing from the filmmakers' and actors' personal experiences to offer an unflinching look at the challenges faced by mothers.
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40% Bias Score
UFC Vegas 101 Main Event: Dern vs. Ribas
The UFC moved Mackenzie Dern and Amanda Ribas' strawweight rematch from UFC Tampa to headline UFC Vegas 101 at the Apex in Las Vegas on December 14, reflecting Dern's perceived drawing power and the Apex's versatility; the fight offers Dern a path towards a top-five contender.
UFC Vegas 101 Main Event: Dern vs. Ribas
The UFC moved Mackenzie Dern and Amanda Ribas' strawweight rematch from UFC Tampa to headline UFC Vegas 101 at the Apex in Las Vegas on December 14, reflecting Dern's perceived drawing power and the Apex's versatility; the fight offers Dern a path towards a top-five contender.
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36% Bias Score
UNESCO Recognizes Japanese Sake and Shochu Production as Intangible Cultural Heritage
Traditional Japanese sake and shochu production techniques were added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list on Wednesday, aiming to boost exports, revitalize local economies, and preserve ancient skills amid shrinking domestic consumption; this is Japan's 23rd entry on the list.
UNESCO Recognizes Japanese Sake and Shochu Production as Intangible Cultural Heritage
Traditional Japanese sake and shochu production techniques were added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list on Wednesday, aiming to boost exports, revitalize local economies, and preserve ancient skills amid shrinking domestic consumption; this is Japan's 23rd entry on the list.
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40% Bias Score
French Astronomer's 12-Year MUSE Project Revolutionizes Astronomical Imaging
Roland Bacon, a CNRS astronomer, spent over 12 years developing MUSE, a spectrograph providing 3D images revealing light composition, leading to discoveries of ancient galaxies and the cosmic web, showcasing the lengthy process of astronomical instrument development.
French Astronomer's 12-Year MUSE Project Revolutionizes Astronomical Imaging
Roland Bacon, a CNRS astronomer, spent over 12 years developing MUSE, a spectrograph providing 3D images revealing light composition, leading to discoveries of ancient galaxies and the cosmic web, showcasing the lengthy process of astronomical instrument development.
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28% Bias Score
Mahama Seeks Ghana Presidency Amidst Economic Crisis
Former Ghanaian president John Dramani Mahama is running for president again, citing Ghana's current economic crisis as his main campaign point, despite facing past accusations of corruption and economic mismanagement during his 2012-2017 presidency.
Mahama Seeks Ghana Presidency Amidst Economic Crisis
Former Ghanaian president John Dramani Mahama is running for president again, citing Ghana's current economic crisis as his main campaign point, despite facing past accusations of corruption and economic mismanagement during his 2012-2017 presidency.
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32% Bias Score
Nigerian Activist Remanded on Defamation Charges
Nigerian human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi was remanded in prison on November 27th, 2024, facing 16 counts of defamation filed by Chief Afe Babalola, SAN, based on allegations in Farotimi's book, "Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System," concerning a land case and criticism of the judiciary.
Nigerian Activist Remanded on Defamation Charges
Nigerian human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi was remanded in prison on November 27th, 2024, facing 16 counts of defamation filed by Chief Afe Babalola, SAN, based on allegations in Farotimi's book, "Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System," concerning a land case and criticism of the judiciary.
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40% Bias Score
Arsenal, West Ham, and Maguire Headline Transfer Window
Arsenal is in talks to sign Matheus Cunha from Wolves; West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui's future is uncertain, with several replacement candidates; and Harry Maguire is sought by multiple Premier League clubs.
Arsenal, West Ham, and Maguire Headline Transfer Window
Arsenal is in talks to sign Matheus Cunha from Wolves; West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui's future is uncertain, with several replacement candidates; and Harry Maguire is sought by multiple Premier League clubs.
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28% Bias Score