December 2024
January 2025
January 6th Rioter Sentenced, Immediately Imprisoned
A January 6th Capitol rioter, Philip Sean Grillo, was sentenced to one year in prison, immediately remanded into custody by Judge Royce Lamberth, despite claims of a future presidential pardon from Donald Trump; the judge emphasized accountability and the judiciary's role in delivering justice.
January 6th Rioter Sentenced, Immediately Imprisoned
A January 6th Capitol rioter, Philip Sean Grillo, was sentenced to one year in prison, immediately remanded into custody by Judge Royce Lamberth, despite claims of a future presidential pardon from Donald Trump; the judge emphasized accountability and the judiciary's role in delivering justice.
Progress
44% Bias Score
French Budget Crisis: Deficit to Rise, Refinancing Costs Increase
The resignation of French Prime Minister Barnier leaves France without a valid budget, potentially increasing the public deficit to 6.3-6.6% of GDP and raising refinancing costs. The EU's 3% deficit limit is at risk, while a special law might be needed to maintain tax collection and social security ...
French Budget Crisis: Deficit to Rise, Refinancing Costs Increase
The resignation of French Prime Minister Barnier leaves France without a valid budget, potentially increasing the public deficit to 6.3-6.6% of GDP and raising refinancing costs. The EU's 3% deficit limit is at risk, while a special law might be needed to maintain tax collection and social security ...
Progress
36% Bias Score
"Record EU Military Spending Reaches €279 Billion in 2023"
"In 2023, EU military spending reached a record high of €279 billion, a 10% increase from 2022, driven by geopolitical instability and a need to modernize defense capabilities, prompting calls for increased investment to meet NATO's deterrence goals."
"Record EU Military Spending Reaches €279 Billion in 2023"
"In 2023, EU military spending reached a record high of €279 billion, a 10% increase from 2022, driven by geopolitical instability and a need to modernize defense capabilities, prompting calls for increased investment to meet NATO's deterrence goals."
Progress
48% Bias Score
27 Million Euro Fraud Targeting France's MaPrimeRénov' Program
A 27 million euro fraud targeting France's MaPrimeRénov' energy renovation program has been uncovered, leaving 386 victims, primarily low-income individuals and retirees, heavily indebted after fraudulent companies promised energy rebates and loans for installations that were never fulfilled.
27 Million Euro Fraud Targeting France's MaPrimeRénov' Program
A 27 million euro fraud targeting France's MaPrimeRénov' energy renovation program has been uncovered, leaving 386 victims, primarily low-income individuals and retirees, heavily indebted after fraudulent companies promised energy rebates and loans for installations that were never fulfilled.
Progress
24% Bias Score
DAX Surges Past 20,000 Points on US Growth, Despite Political Uncertainty
The German DAX index surpassed 20,000 points, fueled by strong US economic data, including speculation of further interest rate cuts and eased export restrictions to China, despite political instability in France, the US, and South Korea.
DAX Surges Past 20,000 Points on US Growth, Despite Political Uncertainty
The German DAX index surpassed 20,000 points, fueled by strong US economic data, including speculation of further interest rate cuts and eased export restrictions to China, despite political instability in France, the US, and South Korea.
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44% Bias Score
SPD and BSW Form Coalition Government in Brandenburg
Following difficult negotiations, the SPD and BSW formed a coalition government in Brandenburg, Germany, with 108 SPD delegates voting in favor, highlighting the parties' commitment to governing together despite internal criticism and concerns about the Ukraine conflict.
SPD and BSW Form Coalition Government in Brandenburg
Following difficult negotiations, the SPD and BSW formed a coalition government in Brandenburg, Germany, with 108 SPD delegates voting in favor, highlighting the parties' commitment to governing together despite internal criticism and concerns about the Ukraine conflict.
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40% Bias Score
Algeria's Transnational Repression Silences Dissent
The Algerian government is targeting its citizens abroad for expressing criticism, leading to self-censorship and fear of returning home, as exemplified by the recent arrest of writer Boualem Sansal. This transnational repression, intensified since the 2020 pandemic, aims to suppress the Hirak movem...
Algeria's Transnational Repression Silences Dissent
The Algerian government is targeting its citizens abroad for expressing criticism, leading to self-censorship and fear of returning home, as exemplified by the recent arrest of writer Boualem Sansal. This transnational repression, intensified since the 2020 pandemic, aims to suppress the Hirak movem...
Progress
52% Bias Score
Urine Test Detects Lung Cancer Earlier Using \"Zombie Cells\"
British scientists created a urine test detecting lung cancer earlier by identifying \"zombie cells\"—senescent cells releasing proteins detected by an injectable sensor—which successfully identified early-stage lung cancer in rats, potentially revolutionizing cancer detection.
Urine Test Detects Lung Cancer Earlier Using \"Zombie Cells\"
British scientists created a urine test detecting lung cancer earlier by identifying \"zombie cells\"—senescent cells releasing proteins detected by an injectable sensor—which successfully identified early-stage lung cancer in rats, potentially revolutionizing cancer detection.
Progress
40% Bias Score
"Record EU Military Spending in 2023 Reaches €279 Billion Amidst Heightened Security Concerns"
"EU military spending reached a record high of €279 billion in 2023, a 10% increase from 2022, driven by Russia's actions and concerns about regional security; NATO plans to deploy 300,000 troops to its eastern flank within 30 days in response to a potential Russian attack."
"Record EU Military Spending in 2023 Reaches €279 Billion Amidst Heightened Security Concerns"
"EU military spending reached a record high of €279 billion in 2023, a 10% increase from 2022, driven by Russia's actions and concerns about regional security; NATO plans to deploy 300,000 troops to its eastern flank within 30 days in response to a potential Russian attack."
Progress
48% Bias Score
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Pro for \$200, Releases Enhanced GPT-o1 Model
OpenAI launched ChatGPT Pro, a \$200 monthly subscription offering access to GPT-o1's "Pro Mode", boasting 74% accuracy on PhD-level science questions; GPT-o1, capable of image analysis, is now available to ChatGPT Plus, Team, and soon Enterprise users, reflecting OpenAI's strategy to monetize advan...
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Pro for \$200, Releases Enhanced GPT-o1 Model
OpenAI launched ChatGPT Pro, a \$200 monthly subscription offering access to GPT-o1's "Pro Mode", boasting 74% accuracy on PhD-level science questions; GPT-o1, capable of image analysis, is now available to ChatGPT Plus, Team, and soon Enterprise users, reflecting OpenAI's strategy to monetize advan...
Progress
52% Bias Score
"Canadian Report Exposes Funding Gap for Black Music Artists Despite Dominating Streams"
"A new report reveals that Black artists generate 65% of Canadian music streams but face significant barriers accessing funding, with 98% of 1,702 surveyed never applying for grants, highlighting systemic racial and financial inequities in the industry."
"Canadian Report Exposes Funding Gap for Black Music Artists Despite Dominating Streams"
"A new report reveals that Black artists generate 65% of Canadian music streams but face significant barriers accessing funding, with 98% of 1,702 surveyed never applying for grants, highlighting systemic racial and financial inequities in the industry."
Progress
12% Bias Score
EU-Mercosur Free Trade Deal Reached Despite French Opposition
The EU and Mercosur finalized a free trade agreement after 25 years of negotiations, creating one of the world's largest free trade zones, projected to save businesses \$4.26 billion annually in tariffs, despite opposition from France and other EU nations concerned about unfair competition and envir...
EU-Mercosur Free Trade Deal Reached Despite French Opposition
The EU and Mercosur finalized a free trade agreement after 25 years of negotiations, creating one of the world's largest free trade zones, projected to save businesses \$4.26 billion annually in tariffs, despite opposition from France and other EU nations concerned about unfair competition and envir...
Progress
36% Bias Score