January 2025
February 2025
EU Urges "Big Bang" Investment in Underfunded Space Program
Andrius Kubilius, EU Commissioner for Defence and Space, urged a "big bang" investment in the EU space program at the 17th European Space Conference in Brussels, citing Europe's 11% share of global public space funding (12 billion EUR) compared to the US's 64% (over 65 billion EUR), along with struc...
EU Urges "Big Bang" Investment in Underfunded Space Program
Andrius Kubilius, EU Commissioner for Defence and Space, urged a "big bang" investment in the EU space program at the 17th European Space Conference in Brussels, citing Europe's 11% share of global public space funding (12 billion EUR) compared to the US's 64% (over 65 billion EUR), along with struc...
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40% Bias Score
Eight Police Officers Killed in Mexico Amidst Rising Violence
Eight police officers were murdered in three separate attacks across Oaxaca and Mexico State between Tuesday and Wednesday; the attacks, which follow a pattern of high yearly police killings, highlight the significant influence of criminal organizations, with authorities reporting no arrests and a m...
Eight Police Officers Killed in Mexico Amidst Rising Violence
Eight police officers were murdered in three separate attacks across Oaxaca and Mexico State between Tuesday and Wednesday; the attacks, which follow a pattern of high yearly police killings, highlight the significant influence of criminal organizations, with authorities reporting no arrests and a m...
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52% Bias Score
Panama Reaffirms Sovereignty Over Panama Canal
Panama's President Mulino, during the Latin American and Caribbean Economic Forum, reaffirmed Panama's sovereignty over the Panama Canal, countering claims of Chinese control and rejecting previous US threats to reclaim it, emphasizing Panama's role in global trade and its commitment to neutrality.
Panama Reaffirms Sovereignty Over Panama Canal
Panama's President Mulino, during the Latin American and Caribbean Economic Forum, reaffirmed Panama's sovereignty over the Panama Canal, countering claims of Chinese control and rejecting previous US threats to reclaim it, emphasizing Panama's role in global trade and its commitment to neutrality.
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24% Bias Score
Germany Legalizes Cannabis, Sparking EU-Wide Debate
Germany becomes the third EU country to legalize cannabis, aiming to curb the illegal market but raising concerns about youth consumption; the move also boosts the medical cannabis market, yet faces potential repeal by conservative parties.
Germany Legalizes Cannabis, Sparking EU-Wide Debate
Germany becomes the third EU country to legalize cannabis, aiming to curb the illegal market but raising concerns about youth consumption; the move also boosts the medical cannabis market, yet faces potential repeal by conservative parties.
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32% Bias Score
Contradictory Houthi Actions Exacerbate Yemen's Humanitarian Crisis
The Iran-backed Houthi militia in Yemen displayed contradictory actions, kidnapping seven UN employees while releasing 25 crew members of a seized ship and 153 prisoners of war, prompting the UN to suspend aid in Houthi-controlled areas and the US to re-designate the group as a foreign terrorist org...
Contradictory Houthi Actions Exacerbate Yemen's Humanitarian Crisis
The Iran-backed Houthi militia in Yemen displayed contradictory actions, kidnapping seven UN employees while releasing 25 crew members of a seized ship and 153 prisoners of war, prompting the UN to suspend aid in Houthi-controlled areas and the US to re-designate the group as a foreign terrorist org...
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40% Bias Score
Three West African Nations Exit ECOWAS
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2025, following political disputes and sanctions after military coups, creating a new Sahel Alliance of States (AES) and launching a new passport.
Three West African Nations Exit ECOWAS
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger officially left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on January 29, 2025, following political disputes and sanctions after military coups, creating a new Sahel Alliance of States (AES) and launching a new passport.
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40% Bias Score
Latin American Forum Emphasizes Regional Self-Reliance; Paraguay Highlights Economic Success
The Latin American and Caribbean Economic Forum in Panama, attended by over 250 panelists from 15 countries, discussed a new, more inclusive economic path. Former Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi and Paraguayan President Santiago Peña emphasized regional self-reliance and Paraguay's potential for...
Latin American Forum Emphasizes Regional Self-Reliance; Paraguay Highlights Economic Success
The Latin American and Caribbean Economic Forum in Panama, attended by over 250 panelists from 15 countries, discussed a new, more inclusive economic path. Former Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi and Paraguayan President Santiago Peña emphasized regional self-reliance and Paraguay's potential for...
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44% Bias Score
Mob Lynching in Yucatán Underscores Breakdown of Law and Order
In Tekit, Yucatán, a mob lynched a murder suspect, Alejandro (21), who was in police custody, after the murder of María Candelaria (69). The incident, which occurred on Monday night, highlights a breakdown in law and order in a state typically characterized by low crime rates.
Mob Lynching in Yucatán Underscores Breakdown of Law and Order
In Tekit, Yucatán, a mob lynched a murder suspect, Alejandro (21), who was in police custody, after the murder of María Candelaria (69). The incident, which occurred on Monday night, highlights a breakdown in law and order in a state typically characterized by low crime rates.
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60% Bias Score
Gabbard's Nomination to Lead US Intelligence Faces Scrutiny
President Trump nominated former Democratic congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard to lead the nation's intelligence service; however, her past comments sympathetic to Russia and criticism of a key surveillance program are expected to face tough questions during her confirmation hearing.
Gabbard's Nomination to Lead US Intelligence Faces Scrutiny
President Trump nominated former Democratic congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard to lead the nation's intelligence service; however, her past comments sympathetic to Russia and criticism of a key surveillance program are expected to face tough questions during her confirmation hearing.
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56% Bias Score
Germany Legalizes Cannabis: Impacts on EU Drug Market and Public Health
Germany legalized recreational cannabis, becoming the third EU country to do so, sparking debate over its impact on public health and the black market. The law allows for medicinal cannabis expansion and non-profit cannabis clubs, while concerns exist about youth access and potential future repeal.
Germany Legalizes Cannabis: Impacts on EU Drug Market and Public Health
Germany legalized recreational cannabis, becoming the third EU country to do so, sparking debate over its impact on public health and the black market. The law allows for medicinal cannabis expansion and non-profit cannabis clubs, while concerns exist about youth access and potential future repeal.
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48% Bias Score
Musk's Twitter Playbook Applied to US Federal Government
Elon Musk, now a White House advisor, implemented a similar ultimatum to both Twitter and federal employees, demanding "exceptional performance" or termination, mirroring his Twitter takeover strategy and raising concerns about the potential consequences for government services.
Musk's Twitter Playbook Applied to US Federal Government
Elon Musk, now a White House advisor, implemented a similar ultimatum to both Twitter and federal employees, demanding "exceptional performance" or termination, mirroring his Twitter takeover strategy and raising concerns about the potential consequences for government services.
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52% Bias Score
Ukraine to Partially Fund Suspended US Humanitarian Programs
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on January 28th that his government will partially fund US-supported humanitarian programs currently suspended, prioritizing children, veterans, and infrastructure protection, while assessing critical needs with European and US partners.
Ukraine to Partially Fund Suspended US Humanitarian Programs
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on January 28th that his government will partially fund US-supported humanitarian programs currently suspended, prioritizing children, veterans, and infrastructure protection, while assessing critical needs with European and US partners.
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36% Bias Score