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December 2024

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Taghi's Lawyers Request 16 Months to Prepare for Marengo Appeal

Ridouan Taghi's new lawyers requested 16 months to prepare for his appeal in the Marengo case, a complex trial involving multiple murders, citing the massive 83,316-page dossier; the prosecution counters that 6 months suffice.

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Proposed Bill Seeks Free Israeli Movement in Gaza Amidst Resettlement Debate

Likud MK Avichai Boaron introduced a Knesset bill for free Israeli movement in Gaza, prompting a coalition MK tour to plan Jewish resettlement, despite Prime Minister Netanyahu's opposition and divided public opinion (30% support, 48% oppose).

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72% Bias Score

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forbes.com
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Trump Hints at Pardons for Adams and Jan. 6 Rioters

President-elect Donald Trump suggested he might pardon New York City Mayor Eric Adams and participants in the January 6 Capitol riot, echoing President Biden's recent pardons, including his son Hunter Biden, for tax and gun felonies.

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48% Bias Score

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North Korean Corps Suffers Heavy Losses in Ukraine

North Korean troops fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine suffered heavy casualties, potentially losing 4% of their 12,000-strong 11th Army Corps during a three-wave assault on a Ukrainian village near Plekhove; the attack, which involved over 500 soldiers, was carried out in broad daylight and resul...

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40% Bias Score

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SoftBank Pledges $100 Billion Investment in U.S. Projects

President-elect Donald Trump and SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son announced a $100 billion investment in U.S. projects over four years, focusing on artificial intelligence, at Mar-a-Lago on Monday, doubling a previous pledge and reflecting optimism in the U.S. economy.

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60% Bias Score

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DOT mandates improved airline treatment of disabled passengers

The Department of Transportation is implementing new rules effective January 16, 2025, to improve the treatment of airline passengers with disabilities, particularly those using wheelchairs, mandating staff training and improved handling of mobility devices to address a 1% damage or loss rate.

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28% Bias Score

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themarker.com
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Israel Approves 2025 Budget Framework: NIS 756 Billion Spending, 4.4% Deficit Ceiling

Israel's Knesset approved the 2025 budget framework law, increasing spending by NIS 64 billion (12.4%) to NIS 756 billion, including NIS 136 billion for debt repayment, with a 4.4% deficit ceiling, potentially rising to 4.9% if war continues and subject to cabinet approval.

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40% Bias Score

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smh.com.au
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Australia Expands Military Aid to Ukraine, Considers Peacekeeping Role

Australia is significantly increasing military aid to Ukraine, providing over \$650 million in equipment and extending its training program, while leaving the door open for future peacekeeping operations amidst discussions of a potential European-led peacekeeping force.

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48% Bias Score

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East Coast Drone Sightings Prompt Call for Expanded Federal Authority

Governors of New York and New Jersey are urging federal legislation to grant greater authority to respond to numerous unexplained drone sightings along the East Coast, with the current federal authority set to expire on December 20th, coinciding with a potential government shutdown.

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52% Bias Score

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U.K. Bans Alleged Chinese Spy with Prince Andrew Ties

A British court banned 50-year-old businessman Yang Tengbo, allegedly a Chinese spy with close ties to Prince Andrew, from the U.K. due to his suspected espionage for China's United Front Work Department, highlighting growing concerns about Chinese influence operations in Britain.

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40% Bias Score

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cbsnews.com
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Fed to Announce Final 2024 Rate Decision on December 18

The Federal Reserve will announce its final interest rate decision of 2024 on December 18 at 2 p.m. ET, with economists widely predicting a 0.25 percentage point cut; however, the incoming Trump administration's potentially inflationary policies could impact future rate decisions.

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36% Bias Score

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cbsnews.com
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Coppola Receives Kennedy Center Honors for Lifetime Achievement in Film

Francis Ford Coppola, an 85-year-old filmmaker, received the 2024 Kennedy Center Honors for his prolific career marked by iconic films like "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now," reflecting his innovative storytelling and artistic style.

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