December 2024
January 2025
US Government Faces Looming Debt Ceiling Crisis
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned Congress on December 29, 2024 that the federal government may hit its debt limit as early as January 14, 2025, unless Congress acts or the Treasury implements "extraordinary measures", potentially leading to a government default and impacting global markets.
US Government Faces Looming Debt Ceiling Crisis
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned Congress on December 29, 2024 that the federal government may hit its debt limit as early as January 14, 2025, unless Congress acts or the Treasury implements "extraordinary measures", potentially leading to a government default and impacting global markets.
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48% Bias Score
NATO Increases Baltic Sea Patrols After Suspected Russian Cable Sabotage
Finnish authorities seized the Eagle S, a ship suspected of damaging the Estlink-2 undersea cable connecting Finland and Estonia, prompting NATO to increase Baltic Sea patrols amid concerns about Russian involvement in a series of similar incidents targeting critical infrastructure.
NATO Increases Baltic Sea Patrols After Suspected Russian Cable Sabotage
Finnish authorities seized the Eagle S, a ship suspected of damaging the Estlink-2 undersea cable connecting Finland and Estonia, prompting NATO to increase Baltic Sea patrols amid concerns about Russian involvement in a series of similar incidents targeting critical infrastructure.
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40% Bias Score
Israeli Raid on Gaza Hospital Sparks Humanitarian Crisis
Israeli forces raided and partially burned down the Kamal Adwan hospital in northern Gaza, forcing evacuations, while the IDF claims it was due to "terrorist activities" and denies their involvement; the UN expressed concern for the safety of patients and staff, highlighting severe aid restrictions ...
Israeli Raid on Gaza Hospital Sparks Humanitarian Crisis
Israeli forces raided and partially burned down the Kamal Adwan hospital in northern Gaza, forcing evacuations, while the IDF claims it was due to "terrorist activities" and denies their involvement; the UN expressed concern for the safety of patients and staff, highlighting severe aid restrictions ...
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60% Bias Score
NATO to Increase Baltic Sea Patrols After Suspected Cable Sabotage
Finnish authorities seized the Eagle S, a ship suspected of damaging an undersea power cable, prompting NATO to increase Baltic Sea patrols; the ship is linked to Russia's shadow fleet, raising concerns about sanctions evasion and regional stability.
NATO to Increase Baltic Sea Patrols After Suspected Cable Sabotage
Finnish authorities seized the Eagle S, a ship suspected of damaging an undersea power cable, prompting NATO to increase Baltic Sea patrols; the ship is linked to Russia's shadow fleet, raising concerns about sanctions evasion and regional stability.
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40% Bias Score
138th Grandchild of Argentina's Dictatorship Found
On Friday, the Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo announced the discovery of the 138th grandchild stolen during Argentina's last dictatorship; he was born in December 1976 to Marta Enriqueta Pourtalé and Juan Carlos Villamayor, who were kidnapped and held at the ESMA; after DNA testing confirmed his identity,...
138th Grandchild of Argentina's Dictatorship Found
On Friday, the Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo announced the discovery of the 138th grandchild stolen during Argentina's last dictatorship; he was born in December 1976 to Marta Enriqueta Pourtalé and Juan Carlos Villamayor, who were kidnapped and held at the ESMA; after DNA testing confirmed his identity,...
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24% Bias Score
US to Send Military Aid to Ukraine Amidst Heavy North Korean Casualties
The Biden administration will provide new military aid to Ukraine, including air defense systems, following reports of over 1,000 North Korean troop casualties in Ukraine, while President-elect Trump plans policy changes that could impact the conflict.
US to Send Military Aid to Ukraine Amidst Heavy North Korean Casualties
The Biden administration will provide new military aid to Ukraine, including air defense systems, following reports of over 1,000 North Korean troop casualties in Ukraine, while President-elect Trump plans policy changes that could impact the conflict.
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52% Bias Score
Over 1,000 North Korean Troops Killed or Wounded in Ukraine
Over 1,000 North Korean troops have been killed or wounded in the past week while fighting in Ukraine's Kursk region, according to White House spokesperson John Kirby, a significant increase from previous estimates of several hundred. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that North Korean s...
Over 1,000 North Korean Troops Killed or Wounded in Ukraine
Over 1,000 North Korean troops have been killed or wounded in the past week while fighting in Ukraine's Kursk region, according to White House spokesperson John Kirby, a significant increase from previous estimates of several hundred. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that North Korean s...
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40% Bias Score
Biden Announces \$1.25 Billion in Military Aid to Ukraine Ahead of Trump Administration
The Biden administration will provide an additional \$1.25 billion in military aid to Ukraine on Monday, including munitions for air defense systems and artillery, before the incoming Trump administration takes office in January.
Biden Announces \$1.25 Billion in Military Aid to Ukraine Ahead of Trump Administration
The Biden administration will provide an additional \$1.25 billion in military aid to Ukraine on Monday, including munitions for air defense systems and artillery, before the incoming Trump administration takes office in January.
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64% Bias Score
Ukraine Suffers Heavy Losses in Kursk Offensive
Ukraine's August offensive into Russia's Kursk region, initially successful, resulted in heavy casualties and the loss of over 40% of the 984 square kilometers initially captured, prompting questions about the strategy's efficacy.
Ukraine Suffers Heavy Losses in Kursk Offensive
Ukraine's August offensive into Russia's Kursk region, initially successful, resulted in heavy casualties and the loss of over 40% of the 984 square kilometers initially captured, prompting questions about the strategy's efficacy.
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48% Bias Score
Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Crash: Initial Evidence Suggests Russian Air Defense Involvement
A passenger plane from Azerbaijan crashed in Kazakhstan on Wednesday, killing 38 and injuring 29; the White House suggests Russian air defenses may be responsible, citing initial evidence, while Azerbaijan launched an official investigation.
Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Crash: Initial Evidence Suggests Russian Air Defense Involvement
A passenger plane from Azerbaijan crashed in Kazakhstan on Wednesday, killing 38 and injuring 29; the White House suggests Russian air defenses may be responsible, citing initial evidence, while Azerbaijan launched an official investigation.
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48% Bias Score
US Announces $1.25 Billion Military Aid Package for Ukraine
The US will provide Ukraine with $1.25 billion in military aid, including NASAMS, Hawk systems, Stinger missiles, and artillery shells, before the incoming Trump administration, which has expressed skepticism towards continued support for Ukraine.
US Announces $1.25 Billion Military Aid Package for Ukraine
The US will provide Ukraine with $1.25 billion in military aid, including NASAMS, Hawk systems, Stinger missiles, and artillery shells, before the incoming Trump administration, which has expressed skepticism towards continued support for Ukraine.
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56% Bias Score
Ukrainian Offensive in Kursk Region Suffers Heavy Losses
Ukraine's offensive in the Kursk region has suffered significant setbacks, losing over 40% of the territory initially gained in August and leaving at least 20 Ukrainian soldiers' bodies unrecovered due to intense fighting; Russia has deployed over 50,000 soldiers, including North Korean troops, lead...
Ukrainian Offensive in Kursk Region Suffers Heavy Losses
Ukraine's offensive in the Kursk region has suffered significant setbacks, losing over 40% of the territory initially gained in August and leaving at least 20 Ukrainian soldiers' bodies unrecovered due to intense fighting; Russia has deployed over 50,000 soldiers, including North Korean troops, lead...
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44% Bias Score