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Fico Holds Unannounced Talks with Putin Amidst Ukraine Gas Concerns
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico held unannounced talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Sunday, focusing on Russian gas supplies amid concerns over Ukraine's expiring gas transit contract; Fico has ended military aid to Ukraine and supports peace talks.
Fico Holds Unannounced Talks with Putin Amidst Ukraine Gas Concerns
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico held unannounced talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Sunday, focusing on Russian gas supplies amid concerns over Ukraine's expiring gas transit contract; Fico has ended military aid to Ukraine and supports peace talks.
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40% Bias Score
Justice Thomas Failed to Disclose Trips, Senate Report Reveals
A Senate Democratic report revealed that Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas failed to disclose multiple trips, prompting renewed calls for ethics reform and highlighting a lack of transparency within the judicial branch, following a 20-month investigation.
Justice Thomas Failed to Disclose Trips, Senate Report Reveals
A Senate Democratic report revealed that Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas failed to disclose multiple trips, prompting renewed calls for ethics reform and highlighting a lack of transparency within the judicial branch, following a 20-month investigation.
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32% Bias Score
Usyk Retains Heavyweight Titles, Sets Up Dubois Rematch
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury by unanimous decision (116-112) in a rematch in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 28th, retaining his unified heavyweight world titles and setting up a potential fight with Daniel Dubois for the IBF title.
Usyk Retains Heavyweight Titles, Sets Up Dubois Rematch
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury by unanimous decision (116-112) in a rematch in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 28th, retaining his unified heavyweight world titles and setting up a potential fight with Daniel Dubois for the IBF title.
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32% Bias Score
Chinese Man Arrested for Allegedly Acting as Illegal Agent During US Political Campaign
Yaoning "Mike" Sun, a 64-year-old campaign manager for an Arcadia, California city council candidate, was arrested this week for allegedly acting as an illegal Chinese agent, highlighting concerns about China's attempts to influence US politics; a co-conspirator was previously sentenced for bribery ...
Chinese Man Arrested for Allegedly Acting as Illegal Agent During US Political Campaign
Yaoning "Mike" Sun, a 64-year-old campaign manager for an Arcadia, California city council candidate, was arrested this week for allegedly acting as an illegal Chinese agent, highlighting concerns about China's attempts to influence US politics; a co-conspirator was previously sentenced for bribery ...
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44% Bias Score
Usyk Unifies Heavyweight Titles, Defeats Fury in Riyadh
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury by unanimous decision (116-112 x3, 118-112 AI) in a 36-minute boxing match held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on December 16th, 2023, unifying all four heavyweight championship belts and solidifying his status as one of boxing's greats while showcasing Ukrainian heritage...
Usyk Unifies Heavyweight Titles, Defeats Fury in Riyadh
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury by unanimous decision (116-112 x3, 118-112 AI) in a 36-minute boxing match held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on December 16th, 2023, unifying all four heavyweight championship belts and solidifying his status as one of boxing's greats while showcasing Ukrainian heritage...
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40% Bias Score
Two Women Coaches Vie for NCAA Volleyball Championship
In a historic first, two women coaches, Katie Schumacher-Cawley of Penn State and Dani Busboom Kelly of Louisville, will compete for the NCAA women's volleyball national championship on Sunday, challenging the historical male dominance in the sport.
Two Women Coaches Vie for NCAA Volleyball Championship
In a historic first, two women coaches, Katie Schumacher-Cawley of Penn State and Dani Busboom Kelly of Louisville, will compete for the NCAA women's volleyball national championship on Sunday, challenging the historical male dominance in the sport.
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60% Bias Score
Obstacles Remain in Israel-Hamas Hostage Deal Negotiations
Israel is awaiting a list of hostages from Hamas before proceeding with prisoner exchange negotiations, which are currently facing significant obstacles despite some progress being made; a working group is in Qatar to advance the talks.
Obstacles Remain in Israel-Hamas Hostage Deal Negotiations
Israel is awaiting a list of hostages from Hamas before proceeding with prisoner exchange negotiations, which are currently facing significant obstacles despite some progress being made; a working group is in Qatar to advance the talks.
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40% Bias Score
Phillies acquire Luzardo, fortifying starting rotation
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired starting pitcher Jesús Luzardo from the Miami Marlins on Sunday, adding depth to their rotation in exchange for top prospect Starlyn Caba and outfielder Emaarion Boyd; Luzardo, who had a 3.58 ERA in 178 2/3 innings in 2023, will likely slot fifth in the rotation an...
Phillies acquire Luzardo, fortifying starting rotation
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired starting pitcher Jesús Luzardo from the Miami Marlins on Sunday, adding depth to their rotation in exchange for top prospect Starlyn Caba and outfielder Emaarion Boyd; Luzardo, who had a 3.58 ERA in 178 2/3 innings in 2023, will likely slot fifth in the rotation an...
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36% Bias Score
Archbishop Cottrell Under Fire for Reappointing Sex Abuse-Convicted Priest
Archbishop Stephen Cottrell of York faces mounting pressure for twice reappointing David Tudor, a priest banned for sexual abuse involving a minor, as area dean in Essex between 2013 and 2018, despite safeguarding concerns; this follows the resignation of Archbishop Welby over a similar scandal.
Archbishop Cottrell Under Fire for Reappointing Sex Abuse-Convicted Priest
Archbishop Stephen Cottrell of York faces mounting pressure for twice reappointing David Tudor, a priest banned for sexual abuse involving a minor, as area dean in Essex between 2013 and 2018, despite safeguarding concerns; this follows the resignation of Archbishop Welby over a similar scandal.
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56% Bias Score
Belfast City Airport Closed After Plane Crash-Landing
On December 22nd, an Aer Lingus plane crash-landed at Belfast City Airport due to strong winds, resulting in airport closure until Monday and flight diversions; no serious injuries were reported.
Belfast City Airport Closed After Plane Crash-Landing
On December 22nd, an Aer Lingus plane crash-landed at Belfast City Airport due to strong winds, resulting in airport closure until Monday and flight diversions; no serious injuries were reported.
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52% Bias Score
German Football Mourns Magdeburg Attack Victims
Following a Christmas market attack in Magdeburg, Germany on Friday evening, resulting in multiple deaths and hundreds of injuries, all Bundesliga clubs held moments of silence and wore black armbands during their weekend matches.
German Football Mourns Magdeburg Attack Victims
Following a Christmas market attack in Magdeburg, Germany on Friday evening, resulting in multiple deaths and hundreds of injuries, all Bundesliga clubs held moments of silence and wore black armbands during their weekend matches.
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40% Bias Score
Israel's Syria Strategy: Realpolitik over Kurdish Alliance
Israel's proposed Kurdish alliance faces challenges due to Turkey's growing influence in Syria; a realpolitik approach focusing on shared interests with Turkey and US mediation offers a more viable strategy.
Israel's Syria Strategy: Realpolitik over Kurdish Alliance
Israel's proposed Kurdish alliance faces challenges due to Turkey's growing influence in Syria; a realpolitik approach focusing on shared interests with Turkey and US mediation offers a more viable strategy.
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56% Bias Score