December 2024
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Disputed Georgian Election Sparks Protests Amidst Pro-Russian Shift
Micheil Kavelasjvili, an anti-Western figure, was controversially elected president of Georgia by an electoral college, sparking widespread protests and a refusal by the current president, Salome Zoerabisjvili, to concede, amid allegations of election fraud and intimidation by the Georgian Dream par...
Disputed Georgian Election Sparks Protests Amidst Pro-Russian Shift
Micheil Kavelasjvili, an anti-Western figure, was controversially elected president of Georgia by an electoral college, sparking widespread protests and a refusal by the current president, Salome Zoerabisjvili, to concede, amid allegations of election fraud and intimidation by the Georgian Dream par...
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44% Bias Score
Syrian Rebel Leader Prioritizes Reconstruction, Calls for International Cooperation
Syrian rebel leader Ahmad al-Julani, head of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), announced a new focus on rebuilding Syria and ending the captagon trade, calling for international cooperation and condemnation of the Assad regime's economic policies.
Syrian Rebel Leader Prioritizes Reconstruction, Calls for International Cooperation
Syrian rebel leader Ahmad al-Julani, head of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), announced a new focus on rebuilding Syria and ending the captagon trade, calling for international cooperation and condemnation of the Assad regime's economic policies.
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36% Bias Score
Trump Envoy Meets MBS, Seeking Historic Middle East Peace Deal
President-elect Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman this week, aiming to secure a "mega-deal" including an Israeli-Saudi peace agreement and progress towards resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, marking the first such meeting between a Tru...
Trump Envoy Meets MBS, Seeking Historic Middle East Peace Deal
President-elect Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman this week, aiming to secure a "mega-deal" including an Israeli-Saudi peace agreement and progress towards resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, marking the first such meeting between a Tru...
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48% Bias Score
UFC Saudi Arabia: Adesanya vs. Imavov Headlines Major Fight Card
The UFC announced a major fight card for UFC Saudi Arabia on February 1st, featuring Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov in the main event and Shara Magomedov vs. Michael Venom Page in the co-main event, creating a high-profile event expected to generate significant revenue and viewership.
UFC Saudi Arabia: Adesanya vs. Imavov Headlines Major Fight Card
The UFC announced a major fight card for UFC Saudi Arabia on February 1st, featuring Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov in the main event and Shara Magomedov vs. Michael Venom Page in the co-main event, creating a high-profile event expected to generate significant revenue and viewership.
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44% Bias Score
French Aircraft Spots Russian Warship in Baltic Sea Amid Heightened Tensions
A French maritime patrol aircraft identified a Russian Neustrashimy class frigate in the Baltic Sea on November 14, 2023, highlighting increased tensions and NATO's heightened surveillance in the region following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
French Aircraft Spots Russian Warship in Baltic Sea Amid Heightened Tensions
A French maritime patrol aircraft identified a Russian Neustrashimy class frigate in the Baltic Sea on November 14, 2023, highlighting increased tensions and NATO's heightened surveillance in the region following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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56% Bias Score
Notre Dame Reopening: A Luxurious Restoration Sparks Debate
The reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, following an 840 million euro restoration largely funded by LVMH and Kering, showcased the brands' extensive influence at the ceremony, sparking debate over the appropriateness of such prominent branding in a sacred space.
Notre Dame Reopening: A Luxurious Restoration Sparks Debate
The reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, following an 840 million euro restoration largely funded by LVMH and Kering, showcased the brands' extensive influence at the ceremony, sparking debate over the appropriateness of such prominent branding in a sacred space.
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64% Bias Score
Syrian Intelligence Official Mamlouk Reportedly in Beirut Under Hezbollah Protection
Ali Mamlouk, a senior Syrian intelligence official wanted for the 2013 Tripoli mosque bombings, is reportedly hiding in Beirut under Hezbollah's protection, despite Lebanon's caretaker Interior Minister denying his presence; opposition figures are demanding an investigation.
Syrian Intelligence Official Mamlouk Reportedly in Beirut Under Hezbollah Protection
Ali Mamlouk, a senior Syrian intelligence official wanted for the 2013 Tripoli mosque bombings, is reportedly hiding in Beirut under Hezbollah's protection, despite Lebanon's caretaker Interior Minister denying his presence; opposition figures are demanding an investigation.
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48% Bias Score
Russia Partially Withdraws from Syria, Maintaining Key Bases
Following the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Russia is partially withdrawing its military forces from Syrian front lines while maintaining its Hmeimim airbase and Tartous naval facility; satellite imagery confirms cargo planes at Hmeimim preparing for departure, with at least one flight c...
Russia Partially Withdraws from Syria, Maintaining Key Bases
Following the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Russia is partially withdrawing its military forces from Syrian front lines while maintaining its Hmeimim airbase and Tartous naval facility; satellite imagery confirms cargo planes at Hmeimim preparing for departure, with at least one flight c...
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44% Bias Score
Gaza Casualty Reporting Inaccurate Due to Reliance on Hamas Data
A Henry Jackson Society study found that major English-language news outlets inaccurately reported civilian deaths in Gaza due to reliance on Hamas data which doesn't distinguish between combatants and civilians, leading to a false narrative of deliberate targeting by Israel.
Gaza Casualty Reporting Inaccurate Due to Reliance on Hamas Data
A Henry Jackson Society study found that major English-language news outlets inaccurately reported civilian deaths in Gaza due to reliance on Hamas data which doesn't distinguish between combatants and civilians, leading to a false narrative of deliberate targeting by Israel.
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52% Bias Score
Soto Signs Record-Breaking $765 Million Deal with Mets
Juan Soto signed a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, exceeding the Yankees' competing offer of $760 million, highlighting escalating financial stakes in professional sports and including perks like a CitiField suite and personal security.
Soto Signs Record-Breaking $765 Million Deal with Mets
Juan Soto signed a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, exceeding the Yankees' competing offer of $760 million, highlighting escalating financial stakes in professional sports and including perks like a CitiField suite and personal security.
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48% Bias Score
Astros Trade Kyle Tucker to Cubs in Blockbuster Deal
The Houston Astros traded star outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs for infielder Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski, and prospect Cam Smith; this reflects the Astros' need to reduce payroll and rebuild their farm system, while the Cubs gain a significant offensive upgrade.
Astros Trade Kyle Tucker to Cubs in Blockbuster Deal
The Houston Astros traded star outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs for infielder Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wesneski, and prospect Cam Smith; this reflects the Astros' need to reduce payroll and rebuild their farm system, while the Cubs gain a significant offensive upgrade.
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40% Bias Score
Italy's Unexpected Influence on US-Europe Relations
Italy, under Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has become a key player in US-Europe relations due to its political stability and Meloni's connections with Elon Musk and Donald Trump, potentially influencing the transatlantic relationship if Trump returns to the White House.
Italy's Unexpected Influence on US-Europe Relations
Italy, under Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has become a key player in US-Europe relations due to its political stability and Meloni's connections with Elon Musk and Donald Trump, potentially influencing the transatlantic relationship if Trump returns to the White House.
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56% Bias Score