December 2024
January 2025
EU Defense Spending Soars Amidst Russian Threat, Trump's Ukraine Policy Uncertain
Driven by Russia's actions, EU defense spending hit a record \279 billion euros in 2023, a 10 percent increase, while President-elect Trump's suggested policy changes toward Ukraine create uncertainty for future EU defense strategies.
EU Defense Spending Soars Amidst Russian Threat, Trump's Ukraine Policy Uncertain
Driven by Russia's actions, EU defense spending hit a record \279 billion euros in 2023, a 10 percent increase, while President-elect Trump's suggested policy changes toward Ukraine create uncertainty for future EU defense strategies.
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40% 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
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
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
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
Market Falls Despite Positive Economic Data Amid Fed's Hawkish Outlook
The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average fell despite a Friday rally, losing 2% and 2.2% respectively, due to the Federal Reserve's less-dovish outlook on future rate cuts, despite a cooler-than-expected personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index.
Market Falls Despite Positive Economic Data Amid Fed's Hawkish Outlook
The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average fell despite a Friday rally, losing 2% and 2.2% respectively, due to the Federal Reserve's less-dovish outlook on future rate cuts, despite a cooler-than-expected personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index.
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40% Bias Score
Refugee's Financial Hardship in Munich Hinders Integration
Nahla Birungi, a 39-year-old lesbian refugee from Uganda living in Munich, faces significant financial hardship, spending half a day on laundry due to lacking a washing machine, hindering her efforts to secure employment and improve her living conditions.
Refugee's Financial Hardship in Munich Hinders Integration
Nahla Birungi, a 39-year-old lesbian refugee from Uganda living in Munich, faces significant financial hardship, spending half a day on laundry due to lacking a washing machine, hindering her efforts to secure employment and improve her living conditions.
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20% 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 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
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
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
Jamie Chadwick Series: Record-Breaking Success in UK Women's Motorsport
The inaugural Jamie Chadwick Series, a UK-based initiative, concluded with a 1900% increase in female participation in competitive karting, 400% in casual karting, and 700% in endurance racing entries; over 450 girls participated.
Jamie Chadwick Series: Record-Breaking Success in UK Women's Motorsport
The inaugural Jamie Chadwick Series, a UK-based initiative, concluded with a 1900% increase in female participation in competitive karting, 400% in casual karting, and 700% in endurance racing entries; over 450 girls participated.
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28% Bias Score