December 2024
January 2025
Chinese Hackers Breach US Treasury Systems via Third-Party Software
On December 8th, a state-sponsored Chinese hacking group exploited a vulnerability in the third-party software BeyondTrust to breach US Treasury Department systems, accessing unclassified employee data; the compromised service has been taken offline.
Chinese Hackers Breach US Treasury Systems via Third-Party Software
On December 8th, a state-sponsored Chinese hacking group exploited a vulnerability in the third-party software BeyondTrust to breach US Treasury Department systems, accessing unclassified employee data; the compromised service has been taken offline.
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44% Bias Score
South Korean Court Authorizes Arrest of Suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol
A South Korean court approved the arrest of suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol for ignoring three summonses related to an investigation into abuse of power and insurrection following his controversial declaration and subsequent revocation of martial law; the court also authorized a search of his resi...
South Korean Court Authorizes Arrest of Suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol
A South Korean court approved the arrest of suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol for ignoring three summonses related to an investigation into abuse of power and insurrection following his controversial declaration and subsequent revocation of martial law; the court also authorized a search of his resi...
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36% Bias Score
Taliban Bans Women from Afghan NGOs, Sparking UN Concern
The Taliban banned women from working for all national and foreign NGOs in Afghanistan, prompting the UN to express deep concern over the impact on humanitarian aid and the worsening crisis, impacting a population where half are women.
Taliban Bans Women from Afghan NGOs, Sparking UN Concern
The Taliban banned women from working for all national and foreign NGOs in Afghanistan, prompting the UN to express deep concern over the impact on humanitarian aid and the worsening crisis, impacting a population where half are women.
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48% Bias Score
South Korean Court Approves Arrest Warrant for Impeached President Yoon
A South Korean court approved an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday, following his declaration of martial law, impeachment by parliament, and refusal to cooperate with investigations into charges of abuse of power and inciting rebellion.
South Korean Court Approves Arrest Warrant for Impeached President Yoon
A South Korean court approved an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday, following his declaration of martial law, impeachment by parliament, and refusal to cooperate with investigations into charges of abuse of power and inciting rebellion.
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44% Bias Score
Taliban Orders Afghan NGOs to Stop Employing Women
The Taliban government in Afghanistan ordered all NGOs to stop employing women, threatening to revoke their licenses if they don't comply, escalating tensions with international aid organizations and the UN, which documented increased interference with humanitarian work; this follows a similar order...
Taliban Orders Afghan NGOs to Stop Employing Women
The Taliban government in Afghanistan ordered all NGOs to stop employing women, threatening to revoke their licenses if they don't comply, escalating tensions with international aid organizations and the UN, which documented increased interference with humanitarian work; this follows a similar order...
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52% Bias Score
Chalmers Warns of Crypto-Driven Financial Crisis
Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns of systemic risks to Australia's financial system from incorporating cryptocurrencies, citing potential US deregulation under President Trump and the inherent worthlessness and volatility of crypto assets.
Chalmers Warns of Crypto-Driven Financial Crisis
Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns of systemic risks to Australia's financial system from incorporating cryptocurrencies, citing potential US deregulation under President Trump and the inherent worthlessness and volatility of crypto assets.
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56% Bias Score
China Dominates Global EV Market, Forcing Western Automakers to Respond
Chinese automaker BYD overtook Tesla in 2023 global EV production with 2.4 million registrations and an 11% Chinese market share, driven by massive government investment and a comprehensive EV ecosystem, posing a major challenge to American and European automakers who are responding with cost-cuttin...
China Dominates Global EV Market, Forcing Western Automakers to Respond
Chinese automaker BYD overtook Tesla in 2023 global EV production with 2.4 million registrations and an 11% Chinese market share, driven by massive government investment and a comprehensive EV ecosystem, posing a major challenge to American and European automakers who are responding with cost-cuttin...
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52% Bias Score
Carter's State Funeral Set for January 9th
Former President Jimmy Carter's state funeral will be held in Washington, D.C., on January 9th, following a national day of mourning; public viewings will occur in Atlanta and Washington, D.C., before a private burial in Plains, Georgia.
Carter's State Funeral Set for January 9th
Former President Jimmy Carter's state funeral will be held in Washington, D.C., on January 9th, following a national day of mourning; public viewings will occur in Atlanta and Washington, D.C., before a private burial in Plains, Georgia.
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28% Bias Score
Jeju Air Flight 2216 Crash: Bird Strike, Landing Gear Failure, and Deadly Runway Barrier Investigated
On Sunday, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed in South Korea, killing 179 passengers; a passenger reported a bird strike moments before the crash, and video footage shows the plane's landing gear was not deployed upon impact with a concrete barrier near the runway.
Jeju Air Flight 2216 Crash: Bird Strike, Landing Gear Failure, and Deadly Runway Barrier Investigated
On Sunday, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed in South Korea, killing 179 passengers; a passenger reported a bird strike moments before the crash, and video footage shows the plane's landing gear was not deployed upon impact with a concrete barrier near the runway.
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40% Bias Score
2024 Climate Disasters Exceed \$4 Billion Each, US Most Affected
A Christian Aid report reveals that the ten costliest climate disasters in 2024 each exceeded \$4 billion, with the US experiencing the most expensive events (Hurricanes Milton and Helene), while Europe faced three of the top ten, and poorer nations experienced devastating impacts despite lower fina...
2024 Climate Disasters Exceed \$4 Billion Each, US Most Affected
A Christian Aid report reveals that the ten costliest climate disasters in 2024 each exceeded \$4 billion, with the US experiencing the most expensive events (Hurricanes Milton and Helene), while Europe faced three of the top ten, and poorer nations experienced devastating impacts despite lower fina...
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40% Bias Score
Taliban Bans Women from Afghan NGOs, Threatening Humanitarian Aid
The Taliban banned women from working for all national and foreign NGOs in Afghanistan, threatening humanitarian aid delivery and further restricting women's rights, prompting UN condemnation and calls for a reversal.
Taliban Bans Women from Afghan NGOs, Threatening Humanitarian Aid
The Taliban banned women from working for all national and foreign NGOs in Afghanistan, threatening humanitarian aid delivery and further restricting women's rights, prompting UN condemnation and calls for a reversal.
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44% Bias Score
Scholz Warns Against Social Media Influence in German Election
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz warned against social media manipulation in the upcoming election after Elon Musk repeatedly endorsed the far-right AfD party, sparking outrage and accusations of foreign interference; the election is scheduled for February 23rd.
Scholz Warns Against Social Media Influence in German Election
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz warned against social media manipulation in the upcoming election after Elon Musk repeatedly endorsed the far-right AfD party, sparking outrage and accusations of foreign interference; the election is scheduled for February 23rd.
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52% Bias Score