December 2024
January 2025
Sahel Alliance Rejects ECOWAS, Defense Forces on High Alert
The Sahel States Alliance (AES) rejected ECOWAS summit conclusions on December 15th, accusing France of interference and placing its defense forces on high alert, while internal opinions within Mali are divided on the best approach to the situation.
Sahel Alliance Rejects ECOWAS, Defense Forces on High Alert
The Sahel States Alliance (AES) rejected ECOWAS summit conclusions on December 15th, accusing France of interference and placing its defense forces on high alert, while internal opinions within Mali are divided on the best approach to the situation.
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40% Bias Score
Philippines HIV Infections Surge Among Youth
The Philippines is experiencing a drastic 543% increase in new HIV infections between 2010 and 2023, with nearly half of 2024 infections affecting 15-24 year olds, mostly men who have sex with men (MSM), highlighting insufficient public awareness and access to prevention and testing.
Philippines HIV Infections Surge Among Youth
The Philippines is experiencing a drastic 543% increase in new HIV infections between 2010 and 2023, with nearly half of 2024 infections affecting 15-24 year olds, mostly men who have sex with men (MSM), highlighting insufficient public awareness and access to prevention and testing.
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32% Bias Score
Sydney Developer Charged Over Asbestos-Contaminated Mulch
Billionaire property developer Arnold Vitocco and his company VE Resource Recovery face 102 charges in the NSW Land and Environment Court for supplying asbestos-contaminated mulch, forcing the closure of 26 parks, schools, and hospitals across Sydney after an EPA investigation of over 300 sites.
Sydney Developer Charged Over Asbestos-Contaminated Mulch
Billionaire property developer Arnold Vitocco and his company VE Resource Recovery face 102 charges in the NSW Land and Environment Court for supplying asbestos-contaminated mulch, forcing the closure of 26 parks, schools, and hospitals across Sydney after an EPA investigation of over 300 sites.
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44% Bias Score
England's Housing Crisis: 354,000 Homeless, Children Worst Affected
England faces a severe housing crisis with 354,000 officially homeless, impacting primary school children most severely; London shows one in 24 pupils in temporary housing, highlighting failed Conservative policies, though recent council funding and the Renters' Reform Bill offer some hope.
England's Housing Crisis: 354,000 Homeless, Children Worst Affected
England faces a severe housing crisis with 354,000 officially homeless, impacting primary school children most severely; London shows one in 24 pupils in temporary housing, highlighting failed Conservative policies, though recent council funding and the Renters' Reform Bill offer some hope.
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48% Bias Score
Bayrou's New French Government: A Broad Coalition Sparks Political Debate
François Bayrou's new French government, announced on December 27, includes two former prime ministers, Manuel Valls and Elisabeth Borne, and comprises 34 ministers (17 women and 17 men), sparking criticism from both the Socialist and far-right parties.
Bayrou's New French Government: A Broad Coalition Sparks Political Debate
François Bayrou's new French government, announced on December 27, includes two former prime ministers, Manuel Valls and Elisabeth Borne, and comprises 34 ministers (17 women and 17 men), sparking criticism from both the Socialist and far-right parties.
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56% Bias Score
France Forms New Government Amidst Economic and Political Crisis
France's new government, led by Prime Minister François Bayrou, was announced on Monday, incorporating prominent figures from across the political spectrum. The cabinet aims to address a severe political blockage primarily centered on the 2025 budget, and France's high public debt of €3.3 trillion (...
France Forms New Government Amidst Economic and Political Crisis
France's new government, led by Prime Minister François Bayrou, was announced on Monday, incorporating prominent figures from across the political spectrum. The cabinet aims to address a severe political blockage primarily centered on the 2025 budget, and France's high public debt of €3.3 trillion (...
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52% Bias Score
Fico's Secret Moscow Meeting Sparks Outrage
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico secretly met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Sunday to discuss continued Russian gas transit to Slovakia after Ukraine halts transit in 2025 and Russia's nuclear program, provoking outrage from the opposition, EU allies, and Ukraine's President Zelenskyy who allege...
Fico's Secret Moscow Meeting Sparks Outrage
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico secretly met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Sunday to discuss continued Russian gas transit to Slovakia after Ukraine halts transit in 2025 and Russia's nuclear program, provoking outrage from the opposition, EU allies, and Ukraine's President Zelenskyy who allege...
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56% Bias Score
Bangladesh Seeks India's Help in Extradition of Ousted Prime Minister
Bangladesh officially requested India's extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India in August following her ouster amidst protests, facing charges including crimes against humanity and murder; India received the request and is currently reviewing it.
Bangladesh Seeks India's Help in Extradition of Ousted Prime Minister
Bangladesh officially requested India's extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India in August following her ouster amidst protests, facing charges including crimes against humanity and murder; India received the request and is currently reviewing it.
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40% Bias Score
Respiratory Virus Surge in US Causes School Closures, Event Cancellations
As of December 14, 2024, over a dozen US states report "very high" or "high" respiratory virus activity (flu, RSV, COVID-19), causing school closures and event cancellations, and a sharp rise in hospitalizations and deaths, particularly among the elderly due to low vaccination rates (41%).
Respiratory Virus Surge in US Causes School Closures, Event Cancellations
As of December 14, 2024, over a dozen US states report "very high" or "high" respiratory virus activity (flu, RSV, COVID-19), causing school closures and event cancellations, and a sharp rise in hospitalizations and deaths, particularly among the elderly due to low vaccination rates (41%).
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32% Bias Score
Homs: A Post-Conflict City in Ruins
In the Syrian city of Homs, the former rebel stronghold of Bab Amro lies in ruins after a long siege, with only a fifth of its pre-war population of 190,000 remaining; the city's economy has plummeted by 50%, and its reconstruction faces immense challenges due to the lack of funds and essential serv...
Homs: A Post-Conflict City in Ruins
In the Syrian city of Homs, the former rebel stronghold of Bab Amro lies in ruins after a long siege, with only a fifth of its pre-war population of 190,000 remaining; the city's economy has plummeted by 50%, and its reconstruction faces immense challenges due to the lack of funds and essential serv...
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40% Bias Score
House Ethics Committee Accuses Gaetz of Sex with Minor
A House Ethics Committee report accuses former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz of paying for sex with multiple women, including a minor, between 2017 and 2020, citing financial records and witness testimonies; Gaetz denies the accusations.
House Ethics Committee Accuses Gaetz of Sex with Minor
A House Ethics Committee report accuses former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz of paying for sex with multiple women, including a minor, between 2017 and 2020, citing financial records and witness testimonies; Gaetz denies the accusations.
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56% Bias Score
Giro d'Italia 2025 to Start in Albania
The 2025 Giro d'Italia will begin its race in Durazzo, Albania, on May 9th, showcasing Albania's diverse landscape to an expected 250 million viewers over three days, boosting tourism and creating new jobs in cycling tourism; the race's route was designed by Mauro Vegni.
Giro d'Italia 2025 to Start in Albania
The 2025 Giro d'Italia will begin its race in Durazzo, Albania, on May 9th, showcasing Albania's diverse landscape to an expected 250 million viewers over three days, boosting tourism and creating new jobs in cycling tourism; the race's route was designed by Mauro Vegni.
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48% Bias Score