December 2024
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US Senators Urge Caution Against Lifting Sanctions on Syria After Assad's Ouster
Following the removal of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a former al-Qaeda affiliate, US senators from both parties are urging caution against lifting sanctions due to HTS's terrorist designation and uncertainty about the new government's commitment to human right...
US Senators Urge Caution Against Lifting Sanctions on Syria After Assad's Ouster
Following the removal of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a former al-Qaeda affiliate, US senators from both parties are urging caution against lifting sanctions due to HTS's terrorist designation and uncertainty about the new government's commitment to human right...
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44% Bias Score
Israeli-American Brothers Arrested on Sex Trafficking, Rape Charges
Three Israeli-American brothers, Alon, Oren, and Tal Alexander, were arrested and charged with sex trafficking and rape of dozens of women in New York and Miami between 2010 and 2021, using their wealth and status to lure victims with promises of luxury experiences.
Israeli-American Brothers Arrested on Sex Trafficking, Rape Charges
Three Israeli-American brothers, Alon, Oren, and Tal Alexander, were arrested and charged with sex trafficking and rape of dozens of women in New York and Miami between 2010 and 2021, using their wealth and status to lure victims with promises of luxury experiences.
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52% Bias Score
Bayrou Appointed as France's New Prime Minister
Following the resignation of Prime Minister Michel Barnier, President Emmanuel Macron appointed 73-year-old François Bayrou as France's new Prime Minister on Friday. Bayrou, a centrist politician with a long career in government, will attempt to form a broad coalition to address the country's deep p...
Bayrou Appointed as France's New Prime Minister
Following the resignation of Prime Minister Michel Barnier, President Emmanuel Macron appointed 73-year-old François Bayrou as France's new Prime Minister on Friday. Bayrou, a centrist politician with a long career in government, will attempt to form a broad coalition to address the country's deep p...
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36% Bias Score
Over 1.1 Million Displaced in Syria Amidst Ongoing Humanitarian Crisis
The UN reports over 1.1 million Syrians, mostly women and children, have been displaced since late November due to a rebel offensive, exacerbating the ongoing humanitarian crisis and straining resources in northern regions.
Over 1.1 Million Displaced in Syria Amidst Ongoing Humanitarian Crisis
The UN reports over 1.1 million Syrians, mostly women and children, have been displaced since late November due to a rebel offensive, exacerbating the ongoing humanitarian crisis and straining resources in northern regions.
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40% Bias Score
Ultraconservative Website Profiles Potential Papal Candidates Amidst Francis's Uncertain Future
A new website profiling 22 ultraconservative potential papal candidates has launched, highlighting anxieties about the future direction of the Catholic Church after Pope Francis, who has appointed most eligible cardinals but shows no immediate plans to resign.
Ultraconservative Website Profiles Potential Papal Candidates Amidst Francis's Uncertain Future
A new website profiling 22 ultraconservative potential papal candidates has launched, highlighting anxieties about the future direction of the Catholic Church after Pope Francis, who has appointed most eligible cardinals but shows no immediate plans to resign.
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44% Bias Score
Life Sentence for Rape and Manslaughter in Southall Park Attack
Mohamed Iidow was given a life sentence for the rape and manslaughter of Natalie Shotter, a 37-year-old NHS worker, after CCTV footage showed him repeatedly orally raping her while she was unconscious in Southall Park, west London, on July 17, 2021, causing a fatal heart attack.
Life Sentence for Rape and Manslaughter in Southall Park Attack
Mohamed Iidow was given a life sentence for the rape and manslaughter of Natalie Shotter, a 37-year-old NHS worker, after CCTV footage showed him repeatedly orally raping her while she was unconscious in Southall Park, west London, on July 17, 2021, causing a fatal heart attack.
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32% Bias Score
Increased Visa Wait Times for Israelis in Australia Spark Discrimination Concerns
Following reports of increased visa processing times for Israelis in Australia, exceeding one month, the Zionist Federation of Australia (ZFA) has called on Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke to clarify the government's policy, citing concerns about potential discrimination against the Jewish communit...
Increased Visa Wait Times for Israelis in Australia Spark Discrimination Concerns
Following reports of increased visa processing times for Israelis in Australia, exceeding one month, the Zionist Federation of Australia (ZFA) has called on Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke to clarify the government's policy, citing concerns about potential discrimination against the Jewish communit...
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64% Bias Score
Survey Reveals Widespread Antisemitism Impacting Jewish Students' Campus Life
A StandWithUs survey of 103 US university students revealed that 78% experienced antisemitism, impacting campus involvement for 53%, with incidents ranging from verbal attacks (57%) to physical assaults (13%), highlighting a need for enhanced campus safety measures and support.
Survey Reveals Widespread Antisemitism Impacting Jewish Students' Campus Life
A StandWithUs survey of 103 US university students revealed that 78% experienced antisemitism, impacting campus involvement for 53%, with incidents ranging from verbal attacks (57%) to physical assaults (13%), highlighting a need for enhanced campus safety measures and support.
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36% Bias Score
Dutch Security Breach: State Secrets Leaked Due to Inadequate Security Measures
An audit revealed inadequate security measures at the Dutch NCTV and police, leading to the leak of state secrets, after two individuals were arrested for possessing and disclosing classified information to a foreign intelligence service; 928 state secret documents were found at the home of one susp...
Dutch Security Breach: State Secrets Leaked Due to Inadequate Security Measures
An audit revealed inadequate security measures at the Dutch NCTV and police, leading to the leak of state secrets, after two individuals were arrested for possessing and disclosing classified information to a foreign intelligence service; 928 state secret documents were found at the home of one susp...
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24% Bias Score
Assad Flees Syria Amidst Regime Collapse
Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia on Saturday night, leaving top aides, including his brother, unaware of his escape plan as rebel forces swiftly took Damascus, following a failed attempt to seek refuge in the UAE, amidst fears of a Libya-style bloodbath.
Assad Flees Syria Amidst Regime Collapse
Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia on Saturday night, leaving top aides, including his brother, unaware of his escape plan as rebel forces swiftly took Damascus, following a failed attempt to seek refuge in the UAE, amidst fears of a Libya-style bloodbath.
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56% Bias Score
Prince Andrew's Fall From Grace: Scandals, Espionage, and Royal Exile
Prince Andrew, the Queen's second son, has faced a dramatic decline in status after numerous scandals involving his association with Jeffrey Epstein, a sexual abuse lawsuit, and a confidant suspected of being a Chinese spy, leading to his complete removal from royal duties and financial support.
Prince Andrew's Fall From Grace: Scandals, Espionage, and Royal Exile
Prince Andrew, the Queen's second son, has faced a dramatic decline in status after numerous scandals involving his association with Jeffrey Epstein, a sexual abuse lawsuit, and a confidant suspected of being a Chinese spy, leading to his complete removal from royal duties and financial support.
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52% Bias Score
England Faces 'Quad-demic' as Flu Hospitalizations Surge 70%
A sharp increase in flu cases across England has led to a 70% rise in hospitalizations in one week, prompting concerns about an impending 'quad-demic' as the NHS braces for a surge in winter illnesses, particularly among working-age adults.
England Faces 'Quad-demic' as Flu Hospitalizations Surge 70%
A sharp increase in flu cases across England has led to a 70% rise in hospitalizations in one week, prompting concerns about an impending 'quad-demic' as the NHS braces for a surge in winter illnesses, particularly among working-age adults.
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40% Bias Score