December 2024
January 2025
UK Warns of Underestimated Cyber Threats, Emphasizing Need for "Digital Trust
The UK's NCSC warns of underestimated cyber threats, emphasizing the need for improved defenses and a shift in mindset towards "digital trust" to address human behavior's role in cyber vulnerabilities, advocating scenario planning exercises for preparedness.
UK Warns of Underestimated Cyber Threats, Emphasizing Need for "Digital Trust
The UK's NCSC warns of underestimated cyber threats, emphasizing the need for improved defenses and a shift in mindset towards "digital trust" to address human behavior's role in cyber vulnerabilities, advocating scenario planning exercises for preparedness.
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16% Bias Score
MWF Launches Book Showcasing 40 Years of Mauritian Conservation Success
The Mauritian Wildlife Foundation (MWF) launched "The Dodo's Legacy", a book documenting 40 years of conservation success in Mauritius and Rodrigues, at the Institut français de Maurice on December 13th, highlighting rescued species and restored habitats, with proceeds supporting ongoing efforts.
MWF Launches Book Showcasing 40 Years of Mauritian Conservation Success
The Mauritian Wildlife Foundation (MWF) launched "The Dodo's Legacy", a book documenting 40 years of conservation success in Mauritius and Rodrigues, at the Institut français de Maurice on December 13th, highlighting rescued species and restored habitats, with proceeds supporting ongoing efforts.
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44% Bias Score
Failed Bipartisan Border Deal Leads to Biden Administration Asylum Restrictions
The collapse of a bipartisan Senate border security deal in February, opposed by President-elect Trump, led to the Biden administration implementing asylum restrictions; border crossings are now at their lowest point under Biden, but the situation highlights the challenges of bipartisan cooperation ...
Failed Bipartisan Border Deal Leads to Biden Administration Asylum Restrictions
The collapse of a bipartisan Senate border security deal in February, opposed by President-elect Trump, led to the Biden administration implementing asylum restrictions; border crossings are now at their lowest point under Biden, but the situation highlights the challenges of bipartisan cooperation ...
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52% Bias Score
Mass Protests in Belgrade Over Railway Station Collapse
Tens of thousands protested in Belgrade against President Vucic following a railway station roof collapse that killed 15, demanding accountability and an end to corruption, amid broader discontent with his rule.
Mass Protests in Belgrade Over Railway Station Collapse
Tens of thousands protested in Belgrade against President Vucic following a railway station roof collapse that killed 15, demanding accountability and an end to corruption, amid broader discontent with his rule.
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40% Bias Score
Mass Protests in Serbia After Train Station Collapse
On December 22, 2024, tens of thousands protested in Belgrade over the November 1st Novi Sad train station collapse (15 deaths), demanding accountability from President Vucic's government, with over 50 universities blockaded.
Mass Protests in Serbia After Train Station Collapse
On December 22, 2024, tens of thousands protested in Belgrade over the November 1st Novi Sad train station collapse (15 deaths), demanding accountability from President Vucic's government, with over 50 universities blockaded.
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40% Bias Score
NHS Spends Record £12.3 Billion Outsourcing Patient Care
The NHS spent a record £12.3 billion in 2023/24 outsourcing patient care to private hospitals, a 12% increase from the previous year, exceeding pandemic spending to address high waiting lists; experts warn this isn't a long-term solution.
NHS Spends Record £12.3 Billion Outsourcing Patient Care
The NHS spent a record £12.3 billion in 2023/24 outsourcing patient care to private hospitals, a 12% increase from the previous year, exceeding pandemic spending to address high waiting lists; experts warn this isn't a long-term solution.
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36% Bias Score
US Oil Production Hits Record High in 2024
The U.S. set a second consecutive record for oil production in 2024, averaging 13.249 million barrels per day through December 13th, driven by technological advancements, high global demand, and robust infrastructure; however, balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability remains a key...
US Oil Production Hits Record High in 2024
The U.S. set a second consecutive record for oil production in 2024, averaging 13.249 million barrels per day through December 13th, driven by technological advancements, high global demand, and robust infrastructure; however, balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability remains a key...
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56% Bias Score
Morocco Prepares Six Stadiums for 2025 Africa Cup of Nations"
One year from the 2025 CAF TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco is preparing six stadiums—Mohammed V (Casablanca), Moulay Abdellah (Rabat), Ibn Batouta (Tanger), Adrar (Agadir), Marrakech Stadium, and Fes Stadium—to host the tournament, showcasing its world-class infrastructure and commitmen...
Morocco Prepares Six Stadiums for 2025 Africa Cup of Nations"
One year from the 2025 CAF TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco is preparing six stadiums—Mohammed V (Casablanca), Moulay Abdellah (Rabat), Ibn Batouta (Tanger), Adrar (Agadir), Marrakech Stadium, and Fes Stadium—to host the tournament, showcasing its world-class infrastructure and commitmen...
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52% Bias Score
Syrian Opposition Reclaims Aleppo After Eight Years
After eight years under regime control, Syrian opposition forces retook Aleppo on November 30, 2024, fueled by the Syrian Army's weakened state and its allies' preoccupation with other conflicts; returning fighters expressed hope for rebuilding their city.
Syrian Opposition Reclaims Aleppo After Eight Years
After eight years under regime control, Syrian opposition forces retook Aleppo on November 30, 2024, fueled by the Syrian Army's weakened state and its allies' preoccupation with other conflicts; returning fighters expressed hope for rebuilding their city.
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48% Bias Score
Turkiye Pledges Support for Syria's New Administration
Turkiye's foreign minister met with Syria's new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, in Damascus on Sunday, promising help with the political transition and rebuilding the war-torn country after the fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime, and calling for the lifting of international sanctions.
Turkiye Pledges Support for Syria's New Administration
Turkiye's foreign minister met with Syria's new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, in Damascus on Sunday, promising help with the political transition and rebuilding the war-torn country after the fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime, and calling for the lifting of international sanctions.
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40% Bias Score
Right-Wing Extremists Assault Left-Wing Politician in Görlitz
On December 23rd, 2024, in Görlitz, Germany, a group of 5-10 suspected right-wing extremists assaulted a Left-wing politician, Samara Schrenk, and two others, resulting in injuries and sparking concerns about rising far-right violence.
Right-Wing Extremists Assault Left-Wing Politician in Görlitz
On December 23rd, 2024, in Görlitz, Germany, a group of 5-10 suspected right-wing extremists assaulted a Left-wing politician, Samara Schrenk, and two others, resulting in injuries and sparking concerns about rising far-right violence.
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32% Bias Score
Manchin Departs Senate, Slams Both Parties, Predicts Rise of Third Party
US Senator Joe Manchin, leaving the Democratic Party to become an independent, criticized both Democrats and Republicans for their extreme stances, predicting a need for a third party; he also commented on the 2024 election outcome, the Republican party's performance in Congress, and the incoming pr...
Manchin Departs Senate, Slams Both Parties, Predicts Rise of Third Party
US Senator Joe Manchin, leaving the Democratic Party to become an independent, criticized both Democrats and Republicans for their extreme stances, predicting a need for a third party; he also commented on the 2024 election outcome, the Republican party's performance in Congress, and the incoming pr...
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60% Bias Score