December 2024
January 2025
Germany: Proposed Changes to Rent Control Laws
German Justice Minister Volker Wissing proposed amendments to rent control laws, lowering the rent increase cap to 11 percent, extending the calculation period for average rent to seven years, and improving tenant protection against eviction for non-payment, but their passage before the upcoming ele...
Germany: Proposed Changes to Rent Control Laws
German Justice Minister Volker Wissing proposed amendments to rent control laws, lowering the rent increase cap to 11 percent, extending the calculation period for average rent to seven years, and improving tenant protection against eviction for non-payment, but their passage before the upcoming ele...
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40% Bias Score
CNN Debate Erupts Over Media Bias After Trump Lawsuit
On CNN, a heated debate erupted between Democratic strategist Julie Roginsky and Republican strategist Scott Jennings regarding media bias, following Donald Trump's lawsuit against the Des Moines Register over a poll showing Kamala Harris ahead of him in Iowa, which Trump won by a significant margin...
CNN Debate Erupts Over Media Bias After Trump Lawsuit
On CNN, a heated debate erupted between Democratic strategist Julie Roginsky and Republican strategist Scott Jennings regarding media bias, following Donald Trump's lawsuit against the Des Moines Register over a poll showing Kamala Harris ahead of him in Iowa, which Trump won by a significant margin...
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52% Bias Score
Teenage Girls Sentenced for Antisemitic Attacks in London
In December 2023, two teenage girls in London were sentenced for four antisemitic attacks targeting Jewish community members in Stamford Hill, culminating in a brutal assault that left one woman unconscious; the girls received 18-month youth rehabilitation orders.
Teenage Girls Sentenced for Antisemitic Attacks in London
In December 2023, two teenage girls in London were sentenced for four antisemitic attacks targeting Jewish community members in Stamford Hill, culminating in a brutal assault that left one woman unconscious; the girls received 18-month youth rehabilitation orders.
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16% Bias Score
Couple Sentenced for Concealing Stillbirth After Attempted Illegal Abortion
Sophie Harvey and her boyfriend, Benham, received 18-month community orders for concealing the stillbirth of their baby after attempting an illegal abortion beyond the legal 24-week limit; charges of illegally procuring a miscarriage were dropped.
Couple Sentenced for Concealing Stillbirth After Attempted Illegal Abortion
Sophie Harvey and her boyfriend, Benham, received 18-month community orders for concealing the stillbirth of their baby after attempting an illegal abortion beyond the legal 24-week limit; charges of illegally procuring a miscarriage were dropped.
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56% Bias Score
Basque Country Leads Europe in Immigrant School Segregation
A CCOO report reveals that the Basque Country and Catalonia have the highest rates of school segregation for immigrant students in Europe, despite the Basque Country's high education funding; this segregation, peaking in 2008, is being addressed with school integration initiatives starting in 2025 a...
Basque Country Leads Europe in Immigrant School Segregation
A CCOO report reveals that the Basque Country and Catalonia have the highest rates of school segregation for immigrant students in Europe, despite the Basque Country's high education funding; this segregation, peaking in 2008, is being addressed with school integration initiatives starting in 2025 a...
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40% Bias Score
Greek Poll Shows Strong Desire for End to Ukraine War
An MRB poll reveals that 68.8% of Greeks want an immediate end to the Ukraine-Russia war, even with territorial concessions from Kyiv; 67.7% are highly concerned about potential nuclear use; and Vladimir Putin receives a 31.8% positive rating among respondents.
Greek Poll Shows Strong Desire for End to Ukraine War
An MRB poll reveals that 68.8% of Greeks want an immediate end to the Ukraine-Russia war, even with territorial concessions from Kyiv; 67.7% are highly concerned about potential nuclear use; and Vladimir Putin receives a 31.8% positive rating among respondents.
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36% Bias Score
Australia Faces \$21.8 Billion Budget Deficit, Higher Taxes, and Service Cuts Imminent
Australia's mid-year economic and fiscal outlook reveals a \$21.8 billion budget deficit over four years, driven by increased spending and sluggish growth, necessitating tax increases and service cuts without fiscal reform; a surplus is not projected until 2034/35.
Australia Faces \$21.8 Billion Budget Deficit, Higher Taxes, and Service Cuts Imminent
Australia's mid-year economic and fiscal outlook reveals a \$21.8 billion budget deficit over four years, driven by increased spending and sluggish growth, necessitating tax increases and service cuts without fiscal reform; a surplus is not projected until 2034/35.
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44% Bias Score
FBI Raids Home of LA Deputy Mayor Amid City Hall Bomb Threat Investigation
The FBI raided the home of Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Brian Williams, who the LAPD identified as the likely source of a bomb threat against City Hall earlier this year; Williams has been placed on administrative leave.
FBI Raids Home of LA Deputy Mayor Amid City Hall Bomb Threat Investigation
The FBI raided the home of Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Brian Williams, who the LAPD identified as the likely source of a bomb threat against City Hall earlier this year; Williams has been placed on administrative leave.
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48% Bias Score
Passing of John Marsden: Educator, Author, and Champion of Emotional Intelligence
John Marsden, a celebrated Australian author and educator, died recently; his impactful work with young people, literary contributions, and commitment to emotional intelligence leave a lasting legacy.
Passing of John Marsden: Educator, Author, and Champion of Emotional Intelligence
John Marsden, a celebrated Australian author and educator, died recently; his impactful work with young people, literary contributions, and commitment to emotional intelligence leave a lasting legacy.
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28% Bias Score
Turkey's Minimum Wage Decision Imminent: Impact on Businesses and Workers
Turkey's minimum wage is under review, with negotiations between the government, employers, and labor unions ongoing; a decision is anticipated shortly, impacting millions and resulting in increased costs for employers.
Turkey's Minimum Wage Decision Imminent: Impact on Businesses and Workers
Turkey's minimum wage is under review, with negotiations between the government, employers, and labor unions ongoing; a decision is anticipated shortly, impacting millions and resulting in increased costs for employers.
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44% Bias Score
Google Maps Image Leads to Arrest in Spanish Murder Case
A Google Maps street view image from October 2024 led to the arrest of two individuals in the Spanish village of Tajueco for the murder and dismemberment of a Cuban man who went missing in November 2023; the victim's cousin had reported his disappearance after receiving suspicious WhatsApp messages.
Google Maps Image Leads to Arrest in Spanish Murder Case
A Google Maps street view image from October 2024 led to the arrest of two individuals in the Spanish village of Tajueco for the murder and dismemberment of a Cuban man who went missing in November 2023; the victim's cousin had reported his disappearance after receiving suspicious WhatsApp messages.
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28% Bias Score
Nigeria's President Forecasts Economic Growth by 2025
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu announced projected economic improvements for 2025, including macroeconomic stability, job growth, and poverty reduction, supported by a 49.8 trillion Naira (approximately $32 billion USD) national budget and positive Q3 2024 growth figures.
Nigeria's President Forecasts Economic Growth by 2025
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu announced projected economic improvements for 2025, including macroeconomic stability, job growth, and poverty reduction, supported by a 49.8 trillion Naira (approximately $32 billion USD) national budget and positive Q3 2024 growth figures.
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44% Bias Score