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Arrow Anti-Missile System Fails to Intercept Houthi Missiles in Tel Aviv

Houthi rebels launched missiles that struck civilian areas in Tel Aviv, Israel, despite the failure of the Arrow anti-missile system to intercept them, causing injuries and damage.

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Former OpenAI Engineer and Whistleblower Dies by Suicide

Suchir Balaji, a 26-year-old former OpenAI engineer crucial to developing ChatGPT, died by suicide on November 26th in San Francisco; he had recently raised concerns about OpenAI's copyright practices.

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20% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
zeit.de
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Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack: Five Dead, Thuringia Responds

A car attack at a Magdeburg Christmas market on Friday evening caused at least five deaths and over 200 injuries; the suspect is in custody. Thuringia responded by increasing security at its Christmas markets, lowering flags, and holding memorial events.

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36% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Avignon Court Convicts 51 in Major Sexual Assault Case

A French court sentenced 51 individuals to prison terms ranging from three to 20 years for participating in a decade-long scheme where Dominique Pelicot drugged and had his wife repeatedly raped by men recruited online; the court rejected claims of consent.

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40% Bias Score

Gender Equality
lemonde.fr
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At Least 20 Killed in Jihadist Attacks in Central Mali

At least 20 people were killed in attacks on six villages in Mali's Bandiagara region on December 20, 2023, by jihadist groups; the attacks follow a similar incident last weekend, resulting in seven deaths, and contradict the junta's claims of success against jihadists.

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
bbc.com
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French Court Sentences Man to 20 Years for Raping Wife, Facilitating Gang Rape

A French court sentenced Dominique Pelicot to 20 years in prison for drugging and raping his wife, Gisèle, and facilitating her rape by dozens of other men over almost a decade; 50 other men were also convicted.

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36% Bias Score

Gender Equality
dw.com
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Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack: Security Concerns and Election Implications

A car attack at a Magdeburg Christmas market on December 15 killed one person and injured several, prompting calls for improved security measures and sparking concerns about the impact on Germany's upcoming election.

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
bbc.com
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25 Convicted in Pakistan Military Court for Post-Khan Arrest Protests

A Pakistani military court sentenced 25 people to 2-10 years in prison for participating in violent protests that followed the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in May 2023, sparking criticism from human rights groups and Khan's party.

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
cnn.com
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Trump's Limited Mandate: Early Challenges Highlight Governing Difficulties

Despite his recent electoral victory, Donald Trump faced significant Republican resistance, failing to block a government funding bill and highlighting divisions within his own party, foreshadowing challenges in governing with narrow majorities and forcing a future debt ceiling debate.

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60% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
bbc.com
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Iran's Energy Crisis: Widespread Blackouts and Environmental Damage"

Iran faces a severe energy crisis due to increased gas consumption, lagging production, and insufficient investment, resulting in widespread power outages, air pollution, and economic strain.

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48% Bias Score

Affordable and Clean Energy
cnnespanol.cnn.com
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Lack of US Drone Policy Exposes National Security Gaps

A series of drone sightings over US military bases exposes a critical lack of a coordinated government policy to address unauthorized incursions, prompting calls for legislation and highlighting vulnerabilities in national security.

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
lemonde.fr
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US Averts Government Shutdown in Last-Minute Deal

The US Congress passed a bill on December 21, 2024, averting a government shutdown just before Christmas, after days of turmoil involving Donald Trump and Elon Musk who initially opposed the bill. The bill funds the government until mid-March and includes over $100 billion in aid for disaster-strick...

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52% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth