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EU Economic Growth Slows Amid German Contraction

The EU's economic growth slowed significantly at the start of 2025, primarily due to Germany's economic contraction (-0.2% in Q4 2024), while Spain showed strong growth (0.8% in Q4 2024).

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48% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
dw.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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200+ Earthquakes Strike Santorini, Prompting Evacuations

More than 200 earthquakes have hit Santorini and nearby islands in the past 48 hours, prompting evacuations and concerns despite no immediate casualties; the Greek Prime Minister urged calm while acknowledging the intense geological situation.

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20% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
taz.de
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Soaring German Rents Expose Housing Crisis

German rents increased by almost 5 percent by the end of 2024, with major cities seeing increases exceeding 8 percent; this is due to a lack of regulation and insufficient new construction, creating an unaffordable housing market.

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64% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
zeit.de
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US Tariffs on Mexican Goods Temporarily Suspended After Security Agreement

Following a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, the US tariffs on Mexican goods are temporarily suspended. Mexico will increase its border security by 10,000 National Guard troops to curb drug trafficking, while the US will restrict high-powered weap...

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
dailymail.co.uk
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Omega-3 Supplements Slow Biological Aging in Seniors

A University of Zurich study found that daily omega-3 supplements reduced biological age by up to four months in 777 participants aged 70+, with even greater benefits when combined with vitamin D and exercise, significantly lowering cancer risk and frailty.

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40% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
theguardian.com
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California Non-Profits Combat Misinformation After ICE Raids

False rumors about ICE raids spread across California after a Kern County sweep, causing fear and impacting communities; local non-profit news organizations are combating misinformation by providing accurate information and media literacy training.

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
zeit.de
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Ontario Retaliates Against Trump Tariffs, Cancels Starlink Contract

Ontario canceled a C$100 million Starlink contract and will exclude US firms from public bids due to President Trump's new tariffs on Canadian imports, impacting 15,000 households and businesses.

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40% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
taz.de
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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German Police Deport Suicidal Asylum Seeker, Sparking Protests

In Osnabrück, Germany, police deported Lame K. to Gambia from a hospital where he was being treated for suicidal thoughts, despite a recent court ruling against his detention; this sparked protests and arrests, raising concerns about asylum policies and healthcare access.

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56% Bias Score

No Poverty
dw.com
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US and EU Diverge on AI Regulation: A Clash of Priorities

The US and EU diverge on AI regulation, with the US prioritizing industry and national security under Trump, while the EU adopts a comprehensive AI Act focused on user safety; this contrast has implications for global AI development and international cooperation.

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56% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
dailymail.co.uk
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UK Oesophageal Cancer Rate Four Times Higher Than Italy's

The UK has a drastically higher rate of oesophageal cancer than other European countries, with 14.2 new cases per 100,000 people annually compared to 3.5 in Italy; this is partly due to late diagnosis as patients often mistake symptoms for heartburn, resulting in approximately 8,000 deaths per year.

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44% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
dailymail.co.uk
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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U.S., Mexico Pause Tariffs Amid Trade Tensions

The U.S. and Mexico agreed to a one-month pause on tariffs, with Mexico pledging to deploy 10,000 National Guard members to its border to combat drug trafficking in exchange. This followed threats from President Trump of 25% tariffs on Mexican imports, which were set to take effect this week. Canada...

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
mk.ru
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Moscow Apartment Bombing Kills Donetsk Boxing Official

Armen Sarkisyan, president of the Donetsk People's Republic boxing federation, was killed Monday in a Moscow apartment building explosion that also killed one other and injured three. Investigators suspect a male suspect aged 35-45, possibly linked to Ukrainian intelligence, planted a bomb, potentia...

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64% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions