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jpost.com
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Jerusalem Court Seizes Additional 500 Million Shekels from PA for Terror Victims Compensation

The Jerusalem District Court seized an additional 500 million shekels from the Palestinian Authority, bringing the total to 1 billion shekels, to compensate 20 families of Second Intifada victims based on a ruling that held the PA directly responsible for the attacks; this ruling is the result of la...

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
jpost.com
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Sheba Medical Center's Near-Perfect Casualty Survival Rate Highlights Effective Wartime Medical Response

Sheba Medical Center in Israel treated over 2,000 war casualties with a nearly 100% survival rate, showcasing effective teamwork between IDF first responders, rapid evacuation units, and hospital staff; the hospital's experience highlights the importance of pre-hospital care and integrated medical r...

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52% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
cnbc.com
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Memecoin Fartcoin's $700 Million Surge Exposes Crypto's Wild West

Fartcoin, a useless cryptocurrency, tripled in value to over $700 million in a week due to speculation following Bitcoin's rise since Donald Trump's election, highlighting the volatile memecoin market driven by algorithmic trading and lack of regulation.

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52% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
en.yna.co.kr
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South Korea-U.S. Alliance Remains Strong Despite Impeachment

Acting President Han Duck-soo held phone calls with U.S. President Biden and USFK commander General LaCamera on December 15, following President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment, to reaffirm the strong South Korea-U.S. alliance and maintain joint defense posture against potential North Korean provocation...

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
foxnews.com
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Turkey's Assault on Syrian Kurds: Trump's Potential Role in Averted Crisis

Turkey's military offensive against U.S.-backed Syrian Kurds, who helped defeat ISIS, raises concerns about regional stability and the potential for renewed conflict, prompting calls for President-elect Trump's intervention and international condemnation.

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
aljazeera.com
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HTS Installs Caretaker Government in Syria

Following the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) established a caretaker government in Syria, led by Mohammed al-Bashir, until March 1, to provide basic services and prevent conflict over resources, but its long-term success depends on power-sharing.

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
jpost.com
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EU to Maintain Syria Sanctions Until Human Rights Improvements

The EU will maintain sanctions on Syria until its new government protects minorities, women's rights, and disavows religious extremism, according to EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, who spoke after a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels.

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
cnbc.com
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House Passes Social Security Fairness Act; Senate Vote Looms

The House passed the Social Security Fairness Act (327-75), aiming to eliminate rules reducing benefits for 2.8 million public pensioners; the Senate must now pass it before the session ends, facing opposition from experts who argue the bill lacks cost offsets.

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56% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
cnbc.com
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Amazon's Cost-Cutting Plan: 15% Reduction in Management Positions by 1Q25

Amazon plans to cut management positions by 15% by 1Q25 to save $2 billion-$4 billion, reflecting a larger trend toward leaner corporate structures driven by AI, cost pressures, and evolving employee preferences.

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36% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
nbcnews.com
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Syria Releases American; Hope Renewed, but Austin Tice Remains Missing

Debra Tice, mother of missing journalist Austin Tice, reacted to the release of another American, Travis Timmerman, from Syria, saying it was like a "rehearsal" for her son's return. Despite initial confusion, she identified that Timmerman was not her son. The new Syrian leadership claims to be sear...

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36% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
bbc.com
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McCausland's Strictly Win: A Landmark Moment for Disability Inclusion

Comedian Chris McCausland's win on the 2024 Strictly Come Dancing final has been hailed as a landmark moment for disability inclusion, inspiring others with sight loss and prompting calls for increased representation in television.

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40% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
us.cnn.com
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Egg Prices Soar, Driving Up Grocery Costs

Due to avian flu, drought, and other factors, egg prices jumped 40% in some regions and 8.2% nationwide in November, causing the largest monthly grocery price increase since January 2023.

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40% Bias Score

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