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welt.de
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Cologne's "Luna" Facility: Preparing Astronauts for Moon Missions

A new moon simulation facility, "Luna," near Cologne, Germany, will train astronauts for upcoming lunar missions, including those to the lunar south pole, by simulating low gravity, dim lighting, and lunar terrain using materials from the Siebengebirge mountains. The facility also includes a prototy...

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24% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
theglobeandmail.com
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US-Canada Trade Dispute Creates Market Uncertainty

US tariffs on Canadian goods have caused a 2% drop in the S&P/TSX Composite, impacting the Canadian dollar. Investor uncertainty is high due to unpredictable US actions, with experts recommending a wait-and-see approach.

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44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
dw.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Nazi Fugitives in Brazil: Capture, Escape Attempts, and Differing Fates

Following the capture of Franz Stangl in São Paulo in 1967, a failed escape plan was devised, highlighting the efforts to bring Nazi war criminals to justice; the article details the experiences of several prominent Nazi fugitives in Brazil, contrasting their fates and exploring the reasons behind B...

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
zeit.de
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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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
theglobeandmail.com
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Russia and Iran Formalize Strategic Partnership Amidst Global Tensions

Days before Donald Trump's return to the White House, Russia and Iran signed a 20-year strategic partnership treaty, formalizing their existing alliance against the West despite historical tensions and the treaty's lack of specific military commitments.

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
dw.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Undersea Cable Sabotage Exposes Global Infrastructure Vulnerabilities

Alleged Russian sabotage attacks on undersea cables, vital for 95% of global data traffic and energy transmission, expose vulnerabilities in global infrastructure, impacting communication and energy supply; the lack of comprehensive mapping and protection strategies worsens the risk.

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40% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
dw.com
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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
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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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
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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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