January 2025
February 2025
Magdeburg Official Apologizes Amidst Christmas Market Controversy
Magdeburg's Deputy Mayor Ronni Krug apologized for an email suggesting ways to hinder a competing Christmas market, sparking a corruption investigation after a December 20th attack on the city's market raised security concerns and questions about potential conflicts of interest.
Magdeburg Official Apologizes Amidst Christmas Market Controversy
Magdeburg's Deputy Mayor Ronni Krug apologized for an email suggesting ways to hinder a competing Christmas market, sparking a corruption investigation after a December 20th attack on the city's market raised security concerns and questions about potential conflicts of interest.
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40% Bias Score
German Vote of Confidence Reveals Widespread Voter Indecision
On December 16th, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz faced a vote of confidence, claiming it would allow citizens to determine the country's political direction; however, polls indicate widespread voter indecision and a lack of clear public consensus on policy.
German Vote of Confidence Reveals Widespread Voter Indecision
On December 16th, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz faced a vote of confidence, claiming it would allow citizens to determine the country's political direction; however, polls indicate widespread voter indecision and a lack of clear public consensus on policy.
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48% Bias Score
Barclays CEO's Pay Could Rise 45% to \£14 Million
Barclays is considering a 45% pay rise for its CEO, CS Venkatakrishnan, to over \£14 million, contingent on significantly increased profitability and shareholder approval; this follows the repeal of the EU bonus cap and Barclays' subsequent lifting of its own cap in May 2024.
Barclays CEO's Pay Could Rise 45% to \£14 Million
Barclays is considering a 45% pay rise for its CEO, CS Venkatakrishnan, to over \£14 million, contingent on significantly increased profitability and shareholder approval; this follows the repeal of the EU bonus cap and Barclays' subsequent lifting of its own cap in May 2024.
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56% Bias Score
UK Government Partners with Mayors to Boost Regional Growth
The UK government is partnering with regional mayors to boost growth, using the National Wealth Fund and Office for Investment to tailor investment to local needs, following criticism of previous top-down approaches and aiming to create jobs and improve living standards.
UK Government Partners with Mayors to Boost Regional Growth
The UK government is partnering with regional mayors to boost growth, using the National Wealth Fund and Office for Investment to tailor investment to local needs, following criticism of previous top-down approaches and aiming to create jobs and improve living standards.
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48% Bias Score
Storm Éowyn and Irish Political Turmoil
Ireland is facing a double whammy: Storm Éowyn brought 80mph winds, school closures, and transport shutdowns, while a controversial confidence-and-supply deal caused significant political turmoil in the Dáil, delaying the official installation of Michéal Martin as Taoiseach.
Storm Éowyn and Irish Political Turmoil
Ireland is facing a double whammy: Storm Éowyn brought 80mph winds, school closures, and transport shutdowns, while a controversial confidence-and-supply deal caused significant political turmoil in the Dáil, delaying the official installation of Michéal Martin as Taoiseach.
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40% Bias Score
Balearic Parliament President's Case Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence
Balearic Parliament president Gabriel Le Senne faces a hate crime investigation for tearing up a photo of Franco-era victims during a June 18th parliamentary debate; the prosecutor requested dismissal, citing lack of evidence of discriminatory intent, while victims' families plan to continue legal a...
Balearic Parliament President's Case Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence
Balearic Parliament president Gabriel Le Senne faces a hate crime investigation for tearing up a photo of Franco-era victims during a June 18th parliamentary debate; the prosecutor requested dismissal, citing lack of evidence of discriminatory intent, while victims' families plan to continue legal a...
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44% Bias Score
Rabies Vaccine Shortage Prompts Rationing in Toronto
A rabies vaccine shortage in Ontario, Canada, caused by increased demand after a child's death and supply chain issues, is prompting Toronto to ration doses, prioritizing high-risk exposures; Health Canada is working to resolve the shortage.
Rabies Vaccine Shortage Prompts Rationing in Toronto
A rabies vaccine shortage in Ontario, Canada, caused by increased demand after a child's death and supply chain issues, is prompting Toronto to ration doses, prioritizing high-risk exposures; Health Canada is working to resolve the shortage.
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40% Bias Score
UK Government Blocks 39 Insulation Firms Amid Substandard Work Crisis
The UK government has blocked 39 insulation companies after widespread reports of substandard work under previous energy efficiency schemes, impacting approximately 65,000 households and leaving many unable to sell or remortgage their homes; the government will fix the issues at no cost to the homeo...
UK Government Blocks 39 Insulation Firms Amid Substandard Work Crisis
The UK government has blocked 39 insulation companies after widespread reports of substandard work under previous energy efficiency schemes, impacting approximately 65,000 households and leaving many unable to sell or remortgage their homes; the government will fix the issues at no cost to the homeo...
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52% Bias Score
Labour Blocks UK Climate Bill, Jeopardizing Environmental Targets
A UK climate bill aiming to make environmental targets legally binding is facing defeat due to Labour's opposition, despite initial support from over 80 Labour MPs, jeopardizing the UK's climate commitments and international reputation.
Labour Blocks UK Climate Bill, Jeopardizing Environmental Targets
A UK climate bill aiming to make environmental targets legally binding is facing defeat due to Labour's opposition, despite initial support from over 80 Labour MPs, jeopardizing the UK's climate commitments and international reputation.
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52% Bias Score
UK Bans Bee-Killing Pesticide Cruiser SB
The UK government banned the emergency use of the bee-killing neonicotinoid pesticide Cruiser SB, reversing years of approval despite warnings about its severe impact on bee populations and aligning with a broader commitment to protect pollinators and transition to sustainable agriculture.
UK Bans Bee-Killing Pesticide Cruiser SB
The UK government banned the emergency use of the bee-killing neonicotinoid pesticide Cruiser SB, reversing years of approval despite warnings about its severe impact on bee populations and aligning with a broader commitment to protect pollinators and transition to sustainable agriculture.
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40% Bias Score
Turkish Court Reopens Gambling Promotion Case Against Galatasaray
A Turkish court overturned its dismissal of charges against Galatasaray S.K. and its executives for allegedly promoting gambling through a sponsorship deal with "meritking.news," a website potentially linked to an illegal gambling site, after an investigation deemed insufficient; the sponsorship dea...
Turkish Court Reopens Gambling Promotion Case Against Galatasaray
A Turkish court overturned its dismissal of charges against Galatasaray S.K. and its executives for allegedly promoting gambling through a sponsorship deal with "meritking.news," a website potentially linked to an illegal gambling site, after an investigation deemed insufficient; the sponsorship dea...
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36% Bias Score
Amsterdam Bans XR Protest on A10 Ring Road
Amsterdam banned an Extinction Rebellion protest planned for Saturday on the A10 ring road due to safety risks near the VUmc hospital, despite XR's intention to proceed with the demonstration against ING's fossil fuel investments; the municipality offered an alternative location.
Amsterdam Bans XR Protest on A10 Ring Road
Amsterdam banned an Extinction Rebellion protest planned for Saturday on the A10 ring road due to safety risks near the VUmc hospital, despite XR's intention to proceed with the demonstration against ING's fossil fuel investments; the municipality offered an alternative location.
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48% Bias Score