December 2024
January 2025
Netherlands Weakens Schiphol Noise Reduction Target
The Dutch government reduced its Schiphol airport noise reduction target from 20% to 15% for next year, delaying the remaining 5% until 2028; this follows years of decreased restrictions on flights and ongoing legal challenges from residents and environmental groups.
Netherlands Weakens Schiphol Noise Reduction Target
The Dutch government reduced its Schiphol airport noise reduction target from 20% to 15% for next year, delaying the remaining 5% until 2028; this follows years of decreased restrictions on flights and ongoing legal challenges from residents and environmental groups.
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48% Bias Score
EU Approves Landmark Mercosur Trade Deal Amidst National Opposition
The European Union approved a major free trade agreement with the Mercosur countries after 25 years of negotiations, despite opposition from several member states, including France, creating a vast free trade zone, but facing potential roadblocks from national governments and parliaments.
EU Approves Landmark Mercosur Trade Deal Amidst National Opposition
The European Union approved a major free trade agreement with the Mercosur countries after 25 years of negotiations, despite opposition from several member states, including France, creating a vast free trade zone, but facing potential roadblocks from national governments and parliaments.
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56% Bias Score
International Police Operation Nets Nine Suspects in Major Online Fraud Ring
Dutch and Belgian police arrested nine suspects, mainly in their twenties, for running a large-scale online fraud operation, seizing luxury goods and cash; a campaign targets youth to prevent future recruitment.
International Police Operation Nets Nine Suspects in Major Online Fraud Ring
Dutch and Belgian police arrested nine suspects, mainly in their twenties, for running a large-scale online fraud operation, seizing luxury goods and cash; a campaign targets youth to prevent future recruitment.
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56% Bias Score
Kremlin Confident in Kursk Resolution Amid High Putin Approval; West Urges Dialogue
The Kremlin anticipates a swift resolution to the Kursk Oblast crisis under the new acting governor; President Putin enjoys high approval ratings (78.6% trust, 75.7% approval). Western reactions to Lavrov's interview underscore the need for dialogue, contrasting with the Kremlin's confidence. Hungar...
Kremlin Confident in Kursk Resolution Amid High Putin Approval; West Urges Dialogue
The Kremlin anticipates a swift resolution to the Kursk Oblast crisis under the new acting governor; President Putin enjoys high approval ratings (78.6% trust, 75.7% approval). Western reactions to Lavrov's interview underscore the need for dialogue, contrasting with the Kremlin's confidence. Hungar...
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60% Bias Score
Thames Water Restructuring Bid Amidst £15bn Debt Crisis
Facing a £15bn debt and potential insolvency, the UK's largest water supplier, Thames Water, received a takeover bid from Covalis Capital, partnering with Suez, that could involve breaking up the company, selling assets, and a government "golden share".
Thames Water Restructuring Bid Amidst £15bn Debt Crisis
Facing a £15bn debt and potential insolvency, the UK's largest water supplier, Thames Water, received a takeover bid from Covalis Capital, partnering with Suez, that could involve breaking up the company, selling assets, and a government "golden share".
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36% Bias Score
Trump Administration Poised to Challenge Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
With Donald Trump's return to the White House imminent, student loan forgiveness programs face potential rollback attempts; regulatory programs are more vulnerable than those established by Congress, though even statutory programs may face indirect challenges via regulatory changes, funding cuts, or...
Trump Administration Poised to Challenge Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
With Donald Trump's return to the White House imminent, student loan forgiveness programs face potential rollback attempts; regulatory programs are more vulnerable than those established by Congress, though even statutory programs may face indirect challenges via regulatory changes, funding cuts, or...
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48% Bias Score
Bitcoin Tops \$100,000, Fueling Gold vs. Bitcoin Investment Debate
Bitcoin's price hit \$100,000 this week, intensifying the debate between it and gold as stores of value; gold offers stability during uncertainty, while Bitcoin has high growth potential but significant volatility.
Bitcoin Tops \$100,000, Fueling Gold vs. Bitcoin Investment Debate
Bitcoin's price hit \$100,000 this week, intensifying the debate between it and gold as stores of value; gold offers stability during uncertainty, while Bitcoin has high growth potential but significant volatility.
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56% Bias Score
South Korean President Faces Impeachment After Martial Law Reversal
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's unexpected declaration of martial law on Tuesday, aimed at purported "anti-state, pro-North Korea forces," was swiftly overturned by parliament, prompting calls for his impeachment, with his own party leader now advocating for his immediate removal.
South Korean President Faces Impeachment After Martial Law Reversal
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's unexpected declaration of martial law on Tuesday, aimed at purported "anti-state, pro-North Korea forces," was swiftly overturned by parliament, prompting calls for his impeachment, with his own party leader now advocating for his immediate removal.
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48% Bias Score
KLM and Residents Oppose Dutch Plan to Limit Schiphol Flights
The Dutch government's plan to limit Schiphol Airport to 478,000 flights in 2024 faces strong opposition from KLM, who cite potential international repercussions, and from residents' groups, who argue the plan insufficiently addresses noise pollution impacting tens of thousands daily.
KLM and Residents Oppose Dutch Plan to Limit Schiphol Flights
The Dutch government's plan to limit Schiphol Airport to 478,000 flights in 2024 faces strong opposition from KLM, who cite potential international repercussions, and from residents' groups, who argue the plan insufficiently addresses noise pollution impacting tens of thousands daily.
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48% Bias Score
Marine Veteran on Trial for Chokehold Death on NYC Subway
Daniel Penny, a 24-year-old Marine veteran, is on trial in New York City for the death of Jordan Neely, a 30-year-old man, who died after Penny used a chokehold to subdue him on a subway; the jury is currently deliberating.
Marine Veteran on Trial for Chokehold Death on NYC Subway
Daniel Penny, a 24-year-old Marine veteran, is on trial in New York City for the death of Jordan Neely, a 30-year-old man, who died after Penny used a chokehold to subdue him on a subway; the jury is currently deliberating.
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44% Bias Score
US Job Growth Rebounds in November, Unemployment Rate Rises
November's nonfarm payroll increased by 227,000 jobs, exceeding expectations, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.2%, driven by a decline in labor force participation; average hourly earnings increased by 0.4% month-over-month and 4% year-over-year.
US Job Growth Rebounds in November, Unemployment Rate Rises
November's nonfarm payroll increased by 227,000 jobs, exceeding expectations, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.2%, driven by a decline in labor force participation; average hourly earnings increased by 0.4% month-over-month and 4% year-over-year.
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40% Bias Score
Central Banks' Gold Buying Spree: Diversification and Resilience in Uncertain Times
Central banks are significantly increasing their gold reserves, driven by diversification needs, inflation hedging, financial security, and historical trust in gold's stability; this counters reliance on fiat currencies and strengthens resilience during economic crises.
Central Banks' Gold Buying Spree: Diversification and Resilience in Uncertain Times
Central banks are significantly increasing their gold reserves, driven by diversification needs, inflation hedging, financial security, and historical trust in gold's stability; this counters reliance on fiat currencies and strengthens resilience during economic crises.
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52% Bias Score