December 2024
January 2025
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Nears Completion Amidst Criticism
The EU and Mercosur are finalizing a free trade agreement creating one of the world's largest free trade zones with over 700 million people, aiming to boost economic growth and market access but facing criticism over environmental and competitive concerns.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Nears Completion Amidst Criticism
The EU and Mercosur are finalizing a free trade agreement creating one of the world's largest free trade zones with over 700 million people, aiming to boost economic growth and market access but facing criticism over environmental and competitive concerns.
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36% Bias Score
South Korean Ruling Party Leader Demands President's Resignation Amid Impeachment Push
On December 6th, 2023, the leader of South Korea's ruling party, Han Dong-hoon, demanded President Yoon Suk-yeol's resignation due to the controversial declaration and subsequent lifting of martial law, triggering a likely impeachment vote on December 7th.
South Korean Ruling Party Leader Demands President's Resignation Amid Impeachment Push
On December 6th, 2023, the leader of South Korea's ruling party, Han Dong-hoon, demanded President Yoon Suk-yeol's resignation due to the controversial declaration and subsequent lifting of martial law, triggering a likely impeachment vote on December 7th.
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44% Bias Score
\"German Election: Widespread Fear of Cyberattacks and Disinformation\
\"A Microsoft-commissioned survey reveals that over two-thirds of Germans fear manipulation of the upcoming Bundestag election through cyberattacks and AI-driven disinformation campaigns; this concern is shared by decision-makers in politics, administration, and critical infrastructure, with the num...
\"German Election: Widespread Fear of Cyberattacks and Disinformation\
\"A Microsoft-commissioned survey reveals that over two-thirds of Germans fear manipulation of the upcoming Bundestag election through cyberattacks and AI-driven disinformation campaigns; this concern is shared by decision-makers in politics, administration, and critical infrastructure, with the num...
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28% Bias Score
Trump Appoints Major Campaign Donor as AI, Crypto, and Science Czar
Donald Trump appointed David Sacks, a major campaign donor and podcast host, as his White House AI and crypto czar and head of the science and technology council, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the influence of campaign donations on policy decisions. Sacks' fundraising ef...
Trump Appoints Major Campaign Donor as AI, Crypto, and Science Czar
Donald Trump appointed David Sacks, a major campaign donor and podcast host, as his White House AI and crypto czar and head of the science and technology council, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the influence of campaign donations on policy decisions. Sacks' fundraising ef...
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72% Bias Score
France Postpones 2025 Budget, Jeopardizing EU Fiscal Commitments
France's 2025 budget has been postponed due to the collapse of Michel Barnier's government, jeopardizing previously agreed deficit reduction measures with the EU and raising concerns about the country's economic and political stability.
France Postpones 2025 Budget, Jeopardizing EU Fiscal Commitments
France's 2025 budget has been postponed due to the collapse of Michel Barnier's government, jeopardizing previously agreed deficit reduction measures with the EU and raising concerns about the country's economic and political stability.
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36% Bias Score
South Korean President Yoon Faces Impeachment Call from Own Party
South Korean President Yoon faces impeachment calls from his own party leader following his declaration of martial law on Tuesday, amidst plummeting approval ratings and ongoing protests in Seoul.
South Korean President Yoon Faces Impeachment Call from Own Party
South Korean President Yoon faces impeachment calls from his own party leader following his declaration of martial law on Tuesday, amidst plummeting approval ratings and ongoing protests in Seoul.
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40% Bias Score
"Scholz Faces Renewed Scrutiny in €36 Billion German Tax Fraud Scandal"
"German Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces renewed questions over his alleged involvement in the country's €36 billion "cum-ex" tax fraud scandal, threatening to further damage his credibility during an upcoming election campaign where his three-party coalition recently collapsed."
"Scholz Faces Renewed Scrutiny in €36 Billion German Tax Fraud Scandal"
"German Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces renewed questions over his alleged involvement in the country's €36 billion "cum-ex" tax fraud scandal, threatening to further damage his credibility during an upcoming election campaign where his three-party coalition recently collapsed."
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44% Bias Score
Trump Appoints Crypto-Supporter Sacks as AI and Cryptocurrency Envoy
President-elect Donald Trump appointed David Sacks, a venture capitalist, as the US government's special representative for AI and cryptocurrencies, aiming to establish the US as the global leader in these sectors while protecting free speech and fostering a clear regulatory framework for the crypto...
Trump Appoints Crypto-Supporter Sacks as AI and Cryptocurrency Envoy
President-elect Donald Trump appointed David Sacks, a venture capitalist, as the US government's special representative for AI and cryptocurrencies, aiming to establish the US as the global leader in these sectors while protecting free speech and fostering a clear regulatory framework for the crypto...
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56% Bias Score
"Israel on High Alert as Syrian Rebels Make Unexpected Gains"
"Amidst a surprisingly swift rebel offensive in Syria, Israel is bracing for a potential Syrian army collapse, prompting high-level security consultations and raising concerns about radical Islamist groups and Iranian influence; the UN urges an end to violence and humanitarian access while the confl...
"Israel on High Alert as Syrian Rebels Make Unexpected Gains"
"Amidst a surprisingly swift rebel offensive in Syria, Israel is bracing for a potential Syrian army collapse, prompting high-level security consultations and raising concerns about radical Islamist groups and Iranian influence; the UN urges an end to violence and humanitarian access while the confl...
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44% Bias Score
US Urges Ukraine to Lower Enlistment Age Amidst Military Shortcomings
The United States is pressing Ukraine to lower its military enlistment age to 18, citing troop shortages, while Ukraine insists its main need is for more weapons and training, not more soldiers. This is happening as Russia's military, aided by foreign mercenaries and better equipment, continues its ...
US Urges Ukraine to Lower Enlistment Age Amidst Military Shortcomings
The United States is pressing Ukraine to lower its military enlistment age to 18, citing troop shortages, while Ukraine insists its main need is for more weapons and training, not more soldiers. This is happening as Russia's military, aided by foreign mercenaries and better equipment, continues its ...
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44% Bias Score
Hama in the Syrian Civil War: A City's Enduring Significance
The Syrian city of Hama, historically significant and known for its watermills, is experiencing renewed conflict in the ongoing Syrian Civil War, highlighting its strategic importance and the vulnerability of its cultural heritage.
Hama in the Syrian Civil War: A City's Enduring Significance
The Syrian city of Hama, historically significant and known for its watermills, is experiencing renewed conflict in the ongoing Syrian Civil War, highlighting its strategic importance and the vulnerability of its cultural heritage.
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28% Bias Score
Low-Lying Clouds Identified as Key Factor in Record-Breaking Temperatures
Last year was the warmest year on record, partly due to the greenhouse effect and El Niño, but scientists have identified a lack of low-lying clouds above the oceans as a significant contributing factor, amplifying warming by increasing solar absorption and reducing reflection.
Low-Lying Clouds Identified as Key Factor in Record-Breaking Temperatures
Last year was the warmest year on record, partly due to the greenhouse effect and El Niño, but scientists have identified a lack of low-lying clouds above the oceans as a significant contributing factor, amplifying warming by increasing solar absorption and reducing reflection.
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20% Bias Score