December 2024
January 2025
Thousands of Ukrainian Civilians Imprisoned in Russia
Thousands of Ukrainian civilians, including at least six mayors, are held captive in Russian prisons; 3,767 Ukrainian prisoners of war have been returned, but the actual civilian count is estimated to be far higher and may only be fully verified once occupied territories are liberated.
Thousands of Ukrainian Civilians Imprisoned in Russia
Thousands of Ukrainian civilians, including at least six mayors, are held captive in Russian prisons; 3,767 Ukrainian prisoners of war have been returned, but the actual civilian count is estimated to be far higher and may only be fully verified once occupied territories are liberated.
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56% Bias Score
Zelenskyy Proposes Partial NATO Membership for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy proposed a partial NATO membership, encompassing only government-controlled territories, to secure protection from Russia while facilitating ceasefire negotiations, a strategy facing opposition from some NATO members and uncertainty regarding future US policy.
Zelenskyy Proposes Partial NATO Membership for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy proposed a partial NATO membership, encompassing only government-controlled territories, to secure protection from Russia while facilitating ceasefire negotiations, a strategy facing opposition from some NATO members and uncertainty regarding future US policy.
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40% Bias Score
Chinese Hackers Steal Metadata from Large Number of Americans
A Chinese hacking group, "Salt Typhoon," stole metadata from a large number of Americans through a cyberespionage campaign targeting at least eight U.S. telecommunications companies, raising concerns about national security and individual privacy.
Chinese Hackers Steal Metadata from Large Number of Americans
A Chinese hacking group, "Salt Typhoon," stole metadata from a large number of Americans through a cyberespionage campaign targeting at least eight U.S. telecommunications companies, raising concerns about national security and individual privacy.
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44% Bias Score
NATO Urges Increased Defence Spending Beyond 2% GDP Target
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte called for increased defense spending beyond the current 2% of GDP target, citing insufficient deterrence against potential threats from Russia; 23 of 32 NATO members are expected to meet the 2% goal this year, but officials suggest up to 3% may be necessary for a n...
NATO Urges Increased Defence Spending Beyond 2% GDP Target
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte called for increased defense spending beyond the current 2% of GDP target, citing insufficient deterrence against potential threats from Russia; 23 of 32 NATO members are expected to meet the 2% goal this year, but officials suggest up to 3% may be necessary for a n...
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48% Bias Score
South Korean President's Martial Law Declaration Overruled by Parliament
On the night of [date], South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, sparking immediate opposition that culminated in the National Assembly's unanimous vote to overturn the declaration after a tense standoff involving a 35-year-old opposition member, Ahn Gwi Ryong, who physically resis...
South Korean President's Martial Law Declaration Overruled by Parliament
On the night of [date], South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, sparking immediate opposition that culminated in the National Assembly's unanimous vote to overturn the declaration after a tense standoff involving a 35-year-old opposition member, Ahn Gwi Ryong, who physically resis...
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36% Bias Score
Russia Thanks Qatar for Mediation Offer, But Says No to Ukraine Talks
Russia thanked Qatar and other countries for their offers to mediate talks to end the war in Ukraine but stated that conditions are not suitable for negotiations; this follows humanitarian exchanges facilitated by Qatar, yet Russia maintains preconditions including Ukraine renouncing NATO and withdr...
Russia Thanks Qatar for Mediation Offer, But Says No to Ukraine Talks
Russia thanked Qatar and other countries for their offers to mediate talks to end the war in Ukraine but stated that conditions are not suitable for negotiations; this follows humanitarian exchanges facilitated by Qatar, yet Russia maintains preconditions including Ukraine renouncing NATO and withdr...
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40% Bias Score
"Gaza Deal Proposed: 60-Day Ceasefire, Hostage Exchange Amidst Political Pressure"
"Following the Lebanon agreement, Egypt is mediating a potential Gaza deal involving a 60-day ceasefire and hostage exchange, facing pressure from both Israel's right-wing coalition and incoming US President Trump, who demands all hostages be freed by January 20th."
"Gaza Deal Proposed: 60-Day Ceasefire, Hostage Exchange Amidst Political Pressure"
"Following the Lebanon agreement, Egypt is mediating a potential Gaza deal involving a 60-day ceasefire and hostage exchange, facing pressure from both Israel's right-wing coalition and incoming US President Trump, who demands all hostages be freed by January 20th."
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44% Bias Score
Amnesty International Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza
Amnesty International released a 300-page report on December 5th, 2023, concluding that Israel committed acts of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza between October 7th, 2023, and July 2024, citing sufficient evidence of actions meeting the definition of genocide under international law.
Amnesty International Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza
Amnesty International released a 300-page report on December 5th, 2023, concluding that Israel committed acts of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza between October 7th, 2023, and July 2024, citing sufficient evidence of actions meeting the definition of genocide under international law.
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44% Bias Score
Lavrov's OSCE Speech Condemned Amidst EU Walkouts
During the OSCE Ministerial Council meeting on Malta, December 5th, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's speech, accusing the West of escalating the Ukraine conflict and controlling the OSCE, was met with condemnation from several EU nations, including Germany and the US, resulting in several wa...
Lavrov's OSCE Speech Condemned Amidst EU Walkouts
During the OSCE Ministerial Council meeting on Malta, December 5th, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's speech, accusing the West of escalating the Ukraine conflict and controlling the OSCE, was met with condemnation from several EU nations, including Germany and the US, resulting in several wa...
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52% Bias Score
Biden's Angola Visit Overshadowed by Pardon Controversy
President Biden's visit to Angola, while including a state visit with Angolan President Lourenço and the promotion of the Lobito Corridor railway project, was overshadowed by his avoidance of questions regarding his son Hunter's pardon; the visit's success now depends on the incoming Trump administr...
Biden's Angola Visit Overshadowed by Pardon Controversy
President Biden's visit to Angola, while including a state visit with Angolan President Lourenço and the promotion of the Lobito Corridor railway project, was overshadowed by his avoidance of questions regarding his son Hunter's pardon; the visit's success now depends on the incoming Trump administr...
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52% Bias Score
UnitedHealthcare CEO Fatally Shot in Targeted Attack Amidst Insider Trading Lawsuit
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, 50, was fatally shot in a targeted attack in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday; he was involved in an ongoing insider trading lawsuit alleging he made $15 million profit selling shares before a Justice Department investigation was publicized.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Fatally Shot in Targeted Attack Amidst Insider Trading Lawsuit
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, 50, was fatally shot in a targeted attack in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday; he was involved in an ongoing insider trading lawsuit alleging he made $15 million profit selling shares before a Justice Department investigation was publicized.
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40% Bias Score
French PM Barnier's Government Ousted in No-Confidence Vote
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government was ousted in a no-confidence vote on Wednesday, marking the first such event in over 60 years, due to unpopular austerity measures and triggering a political crisis.
French PM Barnier's Government Ousted in No-Confidence Vote
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government was ousted in a no-confidence vote on Wednesday, marking the first such event in over 60 years, due to unpopular austerity measures and triggering a political crisis.
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48% Bias Score