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EU Imposes Sanctions on Russia's "Shadow Fleet" of Oil Tankers
The EU imposed its 15th sanctions package on Russia on Wednesday, targeting a "shadow fleet" of around 50 tankers used to circumvent oil sale restrictions, along with several Chinese companies suspected of aiding Russian drone production, to combat the ongoing war in Ukraine.
EU Imposes Sanctions on Russia's "Shadow Fleet" of Oil Tankers
The EU imposed its 15th sanctions package on Russia on Wednesday, targeting a "shadow fleet" of around 50 tankers used to circumvent oil sale restrictions, along with several Chinese companies suspected of aiding Russian drone production, to combat the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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40% Bias Score
"EU Approves Temporary Asylum Suspension at Eastern Border Amidst Hybrid Warfare Concerns"
"The European Commission approved Poland's plan to temporarily suspend asylum rights due to manipulated migrant flows from Belarus and Russia, a decision also applicable to other EU states facing similar hybrid warfare threats, sparking human rights concerns."
"EU Approves Temporary Asylum Suspension at Eastern Border Amidst Hybrid Warfare Concerns"
"The European Commission approved Poland's plan to temporarily suspend asylum rights due to manipulated migrant flows from Belarus and Russia, a decision also applicable to other EU states facing similar hybrid warfare threats, sparking human rights concerns."
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56% Bias Score
Russia to Supply North Korea with Fighter Jets in Exchange for Troops in Ukraine
Russia plans to provide North Korea with MiG-29 and Su-27 fighter jets in exchange for North Korean troops supporting Russia's war in Ukraine, according to US Indo-Pacific Command Admiral Samuel Paparo; North Korean troops are present in Russian combat zones, but not actively fighting.
Russia to Supply North Korea with Fighter Jets in Exchange for Troops in Ukraine
Russia plans to provide North Korea with MiG-29 and Su-27 fighter jets in exchange for North Korean troops supporting Russia's war in Ukraine, according to US Indo-Pacific Command Admiral Samuel Paparo; North Korean troops are present in Russian combat zones, but not actively fighting.
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44% Bias Score
Algerian Court Rejects Release of Author Boualem Sansal
An Algerian appeals court rejected the release of 80-year-old author Boualem Sansal, detained since November 16th for alleged threats to state security due to comments on Western Sahara. His French lawyer was denied a visa, and he remains imprisoned in El Kolea despite his defense by Algerian lawyer...
Algerian Court Rejects Release of Author Boualem Sansal
An Algerian appeals court rejected the release of 80-year-old author Boualem Sansal, detained since November 16th for alleged threats to state security due to comments on Western Sahara. His French lawyer was denied a visa, and he remains imprisoned in El Kolea despite his defense by Algerian lawyer...
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40% Bias Score
French Government Inaction Leads to 6.1% Budget Deficit
A French Senate report reveals government inaction from December 2023, leading to a 6.1% budget deficit in 2024 (vs. 4.4% projected), due to delayed responses and political considerations, highlighting internal notes warning of the critical situation.
French Government Inaction Leads to 6.1% Budget Deficit
A French Senate report reveals government inaction from December 2023, leading to a 6.1% budget deficit in 2024 (vs. 4.4% projected), due to delayed responses and political considerations, highlighting internal notes warning of the critical situation.
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60% Bias Score
Thyssenkrupp to Close Kreuztal Plant, Threatening 500 Jobs and Regional Economy
Thyssenkrupp plans to close its Kreuztal Eichen steel plant, impacting 500 employees and potentially causing a domino effect across the Siegerland region, as part of a broader plan to cut 11,000 jobs by 2030, raising concerns about regional economic stability and Germany's steel industry's future.
Thyssenkrupp to Close Kreuztal Plant, Threatening 500 Jobs and Regional Economy
Thyssenkrupp plans to close its Kreuztal Eichen steel plant, impacting 500 employees and potentially causing a domino effect across the Siegerland region, as part of a broader plan to cut 11,000 jobs by 2030, raising concerns about regional economic stability and Germany's steel industry's future.
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44% Bias Score
EDF Raises Nuclear Power Generation Forecast for 2023
EDF predicts 358-364 TWh of nuclear energy production in 2023, a significant increase from the previous projection, driven by improved maintenance and a new reactor, despite regulatory challenges highlighted by CEO Luc Rémont.
EDF Raises Nuclear Power Generation Forecast for 2023
EDF predicts 358-364 TWh of nuclear energy production in 2023, a significant increase from the previous projection, driven by improved maintenance and a new reactor, despite regulatory challenges highlighted by CEO Luc Rémont.
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32% Bias Score
SpaceX Valuation Hits \$350 Billion
SpaceX's valuation soared to \$350 billion after a secondary stock offering, making it the world's most valuable private startup; the company bought back up to \$1.25 billion of its shares, increasing the stock price by 65%.
SpaceX Valuation Hits \$350 Billion
SpaceX's valuation soared to \$350 billion after a secondary stock offering, making it the world's most valuable private startup; the company bought back up to \$1.25 billion of its shares, increasing the stock price by 65%.
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52% Bias Score
China Simulates Taiwan Blockade After President's US Visit
China deployed approximately 90 naval and coast guard ships near Taiwan, simulating a port blockade, in response to President Lai Ching-te's recent US visit, escalating regional tensions and prompting Taiwan to demand an end to China's military activities.
China Simulates Taiwan Blockade After President's US Visit
China deployed approximately 90 naval and coast guard ships near Taiwan, simulating a port blockade, in response to President Lai Ching-te's recent US visit, escalating regional tensions and prompting Taiwan to demand an end to China's military activities.
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40% Bias Score
EU Approves Poland's Temporary Suspension of Asylum Rights
The European Commission approved Poland's temporary suspension of asylum rights at its border with Belarus, citing a security threat posed by Russia and Belarus weaponizing migration flows; this decision applies to other EU states in similar circumstances and has raised concerns from human rights gr...
EU Approves Poland's Temporary Suspension of Asylum Rights
The European Commission approved Poland's temporary suspension of asylum rights at its border with Belarus, citing a security threat posed by Russia and Belarus weaponizing migration flows; this decision applies to other EU states in similar circumstances and has raised concerns from human rights gr...
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36% Bias Score
"California's Failed AI Kill Switch Bill Exposes Safety Regulation Challenges"
"California's proposed AI kill switch legislation failed, highlighting the challenges of regulating AI safety due to decentralized systems and the lack of universally agreed-upon danger thresholds; experts emphasize the need for global standards and legal frameworks."
"California's Failed AI Kill Switch Bill Exposes Safety Regulation Challenges"
"California's proposed AI kill switch legislation failed, highlighting the challenges of regulating AI safety due to decentralized systems and the lack of universally agreed-upon danger thresholds; experts emphasize the need for global standards and legal frameworks."
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52% Bias Score
Trudeau to Meet Premiers Amid Trump's Tariff Threats
Facing threatened 25% tariffs from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with Canada's premiers today to coordinate a national response focused on enhanced border security and a unified "Team Canada" approach to negotiate with the U.S.
Trudeau to Meet Premiers Amid Trump's Tariff Threats
Facing threatened 25% tariffs from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with Canada's premiers today to coordinate a national response focused on enhanced border security and a unified "Team Canada" approach to negotiate with the U.S.
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52% Bias Score