December 2024
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Yoon Survives Impeachment Attempt Amidst South Korean Political Turmoil
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol survived an opposition-led impeachment attempt on Saturday after ruling party lawmakers boycotted the vote, despite a majority of South Koreans supporting his removal from office following his short-lived declaration of martial law earlier this week.
Yoon Survives Impeachment Attempt Amidst South Korean Political Turmoil
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol survived an opposition-led impeachment attempt on Saturday after ruling party lawmakers boycotted the vote, despite a majority of South Koreans supporting his removal from office following his short-lived declaration of martial law earlier this week.
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56% Bias Score
"Yoon Suk-yeol to Resign Amidst Failed Impeachment Attempt"
"South Korea's National Assembly failed to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol after the ruling party boycotted the vote; however, the party leader announced they will facilitate his resignation amidst public protests and accusations of corruption and abuse of power."
"Yoon Suk-yeol to Resign Amidst Failed Impeachment Attempt"
"South Korea's National Assembly failed to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol after the ruling party boycotted the vote; however, the party leader announced they will facilitate his resignation amidst public protests and accusations of corruption and abuse of power."
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44% Bias Score
"Georgia: Over 400 Arrested Amid Protests Against Halted EU Talks"
"In Georgia, over 400 protesters have been arrested and over 100 injured during demonstrations against the government's suspension of EU accession talks, sparked by alleged election irregularities and a controversial 'foreign influence' law, prompting international condemnation."
"Georgia: Over 400 Arrested Amid Protests Against Halted EU Talks"
"In Georgia, over 400 protesters have been arrested and over 100 injured during demonstrations against the government's suspension of EU accession talks, sparked by alleged election irregularities and a controversial 'foreign influence' law, prompting international condemnation."
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40% Bias Score
AfD Nominates First Chancellor Candidate Amidst Rising Popularity and Political Uncertainty
Alice Weidel, a 45-year-old economist, has been nominated as the AfD's first-ever chancellor candidate in the upcoming German election, despite facing long odds due to other parties' refusal to cooperate; the AfD's popularity, currently polling between 18-19%, is fueled by discontent with the curren...
AfD Nominates First Chancellor Candidate Amidst Rising Popularity and Political Uncertainty
Alice Weidel, a 45-year-old economist, has been nominated as the AfD's first-ever chancellor candidate in the upcoming German election, despite facing long odds due to other parties' refusal to cooperate; the AfD's popularity, currently polling between 18-19%, is fueled by discontent with the curren...
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52% Bias Score
"South Korean Impeachment Vote Fails; New Attempt Planned Amidst President's Apology and Resignation Plan"
"South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol survived an impeachment vote on December 9th due to the ruling party's boycott, but a new impeachment bill will be voted on December 14th; meanwhile, he publicly apologized for imposing martial law and agreed to a resignation plan.", ShortTitle=
"South Korean Impeachment Vote Fails; New Attempt Planned Amidst President's Apology and Resignation Plan"
"South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol survived an impeachment vote on December 9th due to the ruling party's boycott, but a new impeachment bill will be voted on December 14th; meanwhile, he publicly apologized for imposing martial law and agreed to a resignation plan.", ShortTitle=
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44% Bias Score
Mysterious Illness Outbreak in DRC: 27 Deaths Reported, WHO Responds
A mysterious illness is rapidly spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), causing at least 27 deaths (likely an undercount) as of December 3rd, with symptoms affecting the respiratory system. The World Health Organization (WHO) is on-site to assist, and the pathogen's nature remains undet...
Mysterious Illness Outbreak in DRC: 27 Deaths Reported, WHO Responds
A mysterious illness is rapidly spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), causing at least 27 deaths (likely an undercount) as of December 3rd, with symptoms affecting the respiratory system. The World Health Organization (WHO) is on-site to assist, and the pathogen's nature remains undet...
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32% Bias Score
Trump's Steel Tariffs: Potential Boost for Industry, Risks for Broader Economy
President-elect Trump plans to impose tariffs as high as 20% on all imported goods and 60-100% on Chinese goods to boost the domestic steel industry, potentially increasing steel prices and production but risking higher consumer prices and reduced competitiveness for manufacturers reliant on steel.
Trump's Steel Tariffs: Potential Boost for Industry, Risks for Broader Economy
President-elect Trump plans to impose tariffs as high as 20% on all imported goods and 60-100% on Chinese goods to boost the domestic steel industry, potentially increasing steel prices and production but risking higher consumer prices and reduced competitiveness for manufacturers reliant on steel.
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36% Bias Score
AfD Nominates Weidel for Chancellor Amidst Growing Support
Alice Weidel, the AfD's candidate for chancellor in Germany's upcoming February 23rd election, aims to revamp the economy, reverse the country's climate policies, and curb immigration; the party currently holds 18-19% of the national vote.
AfD Nominates Weidel for Chancellor Amidst Growing Support
Alice Weidel, the AfD's candidate for chancellor in Germany's upcoming February 23rd election, aims to revamp the economy, reverse the country's climate policies, and curb immigration; the party currently holds 18-19% of the national vote.
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40% Bias Score
Marseille Drug Gang's Assassination Attempt on Rapper SCH Leads to Over 100 Indictments
On August 26th, an assassination attempt targeting French rapper SCH in La Grande-Motte resulted in the death of an associate; Marseille authorities connected the shooting to the DZ Mafia, leading to over 100 indictments in related investigations, including threats against prison officials.
Marseille Drug Gang's Assassination Attempt on Rapper SCH Leads to Over 100 Indictments
On August 26th, an assassination attempt targeting French rapper SCH in La Grande-Motte resulted in the death of an associate; Marseille authorities connected the shooting to the DZ Mafia, leading to over 100 indictments in related investigations, including threats against prison officials.
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32% Bias Score
Syrian Rebels Claim Encirclement of Damascus Amidst Escalating Conflict
Syrian rebels claim to be encircling Damascus after seizing multiple major cities, while the Syrian Ministry of Defense denies this, with the conflict also involving Druze militias seizing military bases and Syrian soldiers defecting; Russia and Iran call for dialogue.
Syrian Rebels Claim Encirclement of Damascus Amidst Escalating Conflict
Syrian rebels claim to be encircling Damascus after seizing multiple major cities, while the Syrian Ministry of Defense denies this, with the conflict also involving Druze militias seizing military bases and Syrian soldiers defecting; Russia and Iran call for dialogue.
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40% Bias Score
"Notre Dame Cathedral Reopens After 5-Year Restoration Following Devastating 2019 Fire"
"After a devastating fire in 2019, Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris reopened on Saturday, showcasing a remarkable five-year restoration effort costing nearly $1 billion in international donations, with the ceremony attended by numerous world leaders and dignitaries."
"Notre Dame Cathedral Reopens After 5-Year Restoration Following Devastating 2019 Fire"
"After a devastating fire in 2019, Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris reopened on Saturday, showcasing a remarkable five-year restoration effort costing nearly $1 billion in international donations, with the ceremony attended by numerous world leaders and dignitaries."
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40% Bias Score
"France Adapts Nuclear Deterrence Strategy in Post-Cold War Era"
"France adapted its nuclear deterrence strategy post-Cold War by reducing its land-based missiles, maintaining sea- and air-based systems, and shifting its doctrine to prioritize targeting power centers. Experts propose further adaptation via a European initiative involving coordinated nuclear patro...
"France Adapts Nuclear Deterrence Strategy in Post-Cold War Era"
"France adapted its nuclear deterrence strategy post-Cold War by reducing its land-based missiles, maintaining sea- and air-based systems, and shifting its doctrine to prioritize targeting power centers. Experts propose further adaptation via a European initiative involving coordinated nuclear patro...
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32% Bias Score