December 2024
January 2025
Syrian Rebels Seize Aleppo and Hama, Escalating Civil War
A new rebel alliance in Syria, the Military Operations Command, launched a surprise attack seizing Aleppo and Hama, escalating the ongoing civil war that has already caused over 300,000 deaths and 6 million refugees.
Syrian Rebels Seize Aleppo and Hama, Escalating Civil War
A new rebel alliance in Syria, the Military Operations Command, launched a surprise attack seizing Aleppo and Hama, escalating the ongoing civil war that has already caused over 300,000 deaths and 6 million refugees.
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52% Bias Score
"Rebel Advance on Homs Causes Mass Civilian Flight as Assad Regime Faces Collapse"
"Anti-regime rebels in Syria are advancing on Homs, causing hundreds of civilians to flee overnight into Friday as the rebels aim to split President Bashar al-Assad's territory in two after seizing Hama on Thursday."
"Rebel Advance on Homs Causes Mass Civilian Flight as Assad Regime Faces Collapse"
"Anti-regime rebels in Syria are advancing on Homs, causing hundreds of civilians to flee overnight into Friday as the rebels aim to split President Bashar al-Assad's territory in two after seizing Hama on Thursday."
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60% Bias Score
Syria Conflict: Tens of Thousands Displaced Amidst Increased Hostilities
The UN reports tens of thousands of families displaced in northwest Syria due to increased hostilities, with many seeking refuge in Hama and Homs; aid organizations such as OCHA, UNICEF, UNHCR, WHO, and WFP are providing support, but face immense challenges due to the ongoing conflict and funding sh...
Syria Conflict: Tens of Thousands Displaced Amidst Increased Hostilities
The UN reports tens of thousands of families displaced in northwest Syria due to increased hostilities, with many seeking refuge in Hama and Homs; aid organizations such as OCHA, UNICEF, UNHCR, WHO, and WFP are providing support, but face immense challenges due to the ongoing conflict and funding sh...
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24% Bias Score
US Tropical Cyclones: Long-Term Mortality Impact Exceeds Immediate Death Toll
A Nature study reveals that US tropical cyclones cause 7,170–11,430 indirect deaths per event, exceeding direct deaths (24), disproportionately impacting those under 44 and Black populations, demanding long-term planning and resource allocation to mitigate future impacts.
US Tropical Cyclones: Long-Term Mortality Impact Exceeds Immediate Death Toll
A Nature study reveals that US tropical cyclones cause 7,170–11,430 indirect deaths per event, exceeding direct deaths (24), disproportionately impacting those under 44 and Black populations, demanding long-term planning and resource allocation to mitigate future impacts.
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28% Bias Score
Lavrov Warns of All Means Necessary for Russia's Defense in Ukraine Conflict
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned on Thursday that Russia is prepared to use all necessary means to defend itself against what it sees as Western attempts to achieve a strategic defeat of Russia, highlighting the use of a new hypersonic missile as a signal to the West. This follows a rec...
Lavrov Warns of All Means Necessary for Russia's Defense in Ukraine Conflict
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned on Thursday that Russia is prepared to use all necessary means to defend itself against what it sees as Western attempts to achieve a strategic defeat of Russia, highlighting the use of a new hypersonic missile as a signal to the West. This follows a rec...
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44% Bias Score
NYPD Releases Image of Smiling Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooting
The NYPD released images of a smiling suspect wanted for questioning in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday. The suspect, who arrived in NYC via Greyhound bus on November 24th, was staying at an Upper West Side hostel and used a fake ID to chec...
NYPD Releases Image of Smiling Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooting
The NYPD released images of a smiling suspect wanted for questioning in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday. The suspect, who arrived in NYC via Greyhound bus on November 24th, was staying at an Upper West Side hostel and used a fake ID to chec...
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44% Bias Score
"Fragile Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Violated Amid Mutual Accusations"
"A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon is threatened by mutual accusations of violations, following a deadly Israeli strike on two Lebanese villages and subsequent Hezbollah attacks. The conflict's root cause lies in Israel's concern over Hezbollah's threat, and the Lebanon arm...
"Fragile Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Violated Amid Mutual Accusations"
"A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon is threatened by mutual accusations of violations, following a deadly Israeli strike on two Lebanese villages and subsequent Hezbollah attacks. The conflict's root cause lies in Israel's concern over Hezbollah's threat, and the Lebanon arm...
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44% Bias Score
UK Military Chief Warns of Looming 'Third Nuclear Age'
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin warned of a "third nuclear age" characterized by multiple simultaneous crises, the proliferation of nuclear and disruptive technologies, and the absence of previous security structures, citing Russia's war in Ukraine, North Korea's troop deployment near the Russian-Ukrainian...
UK Military Chief Warns of Looming 'Third Nuclear Age'
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin warned of a "third nuclear age" characterized by multiple simultaneous crises, the proliferation of nuclear and disruptive technologies, and the absence of previous security structures, citing Russia's war in Ukraine, North Korea's troop deployment near the Russian-Ukrainian...
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64% Bias Score
Musk's $239 Million Contribution to Trump's Campaign
Elon Musk contributed roughly $239 million to Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign through various PACs, including a controversial $20 million donation to a Ruth Bader Ginsburg-themed PAC aimed at mitigating Trump's abortion stance; this is in addition to $12 million donated to Senate Leadershi...
Musk's $239 Million Contribution to Trump's Campaign
Elon Musk contributed roughly $239 million to Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign through various PACs, including a controversial $20 million donation to a Ruth Bader Ginsburg-themed PAC aimed at mitigating Trump's abortion stance; this is in addition to $12 million donated to Senate Leadershi...
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48% Bias Score
South Korea President's Approval Rating Plummets to 13% Amid Impeachment Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's approval rating plunged to 13% after he imposed and then lifted martial law, triggering impeachment proceedings and a police investigation; his ruling party chairman now calls for his suspension.
South Korea President's Approval Rating Plummets to 13% Amid Impeachment Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's approval rating plunged to 13% after he imposed and then lifted martial law, triggering impeachment proceedings and a police investigation; his ruling party chairman now calls for his suspension.
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44% Bias Score
HTS Captures Aleppo and Hama, Aims to Overthrow Assad
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), led by Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, captured the Syrian cities of Aleppo and Hama, significantly weakening President Bashar al-Assad's regime and reigniting the civil war; Jolani stated that overthrowing Assad is the group's ultimate objective.
HTS Captures Aleppo and Hama, Aims to Overthrow Assad
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), led by Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, captured the Syrian cities of Aleppo and Hama, significantly weakening President Bashar al-Assad's regime and reigniting the civil war; Jolani stated that overthrowing Assad is the group's ultimate objective.
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40% Bias Score
Musk's $260 Million Donation Fuels Trump's Victory
Elon Musk donated at least $260 million to support Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign through various super PACs, including $238 million to America PAC and $20.5 million to RBG PAC, significantly influencing the election and securing a role in Trump's administration.
Musk's $260 Million Donation Fuels Trump's Victory
Elon Musk donated at least $260 million to support Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign through various super PACs, including $238 million to America PAC and $20.5 million to RBG PAC, significantly influencing the election and securing a role in Trump's administration.
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52% Bias Score