February 2025
March 2025
US Teacher Released from Russian Prison
American teacher Marc Fogel, imprisoned in Russia since 2021 for possessing 17 grams of medical marijuana, was released and welcomed by President Trump at the White House; the release is viewed as a potential step towards peace negotiations concerning Ukraine.
US Teacher Released from Russian Prison
American teacher Marc Fogel, imprisoned in Russia since 2021 for possessing 17 grams of medical marijuana, was released and welcomed by President Trump at the White House; the release is viewed as a potential step towards peace negotiations concerning Ukraine.
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48% Bias Score
US Teacher Released From Russian Prison
American Marc Fogel, imprisoned in Russia since 2021 for possessing 17 grams of medical marijuana, was released and welcomed back to the US by President Trump, who suggests this could be a step toward peace negotiations regarding Ukraine.
US Teacher Released From Russian Prison
American Marc Fogel, imprisoned in Russia since 2021 for possessing 17 grams of medical marijuana, was released and welcomed back to the US by President Trump, who suggests this could be a step toward peace negotiations regarding Ukraine.
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44% Bias Score
Trump's Gaza Plan Spurs Action from Jordan and Egypt
President Trump's proposal for US control and rebuilding of Gaza, coupled with demands for hostage returns by February 15, has spurred reactions from Jordan (offering to take in 2,000 Gazan children), Egypt (pledging reconstruction aid), and Lebanon (condemning displacement plans), highlighting the ...
Trump's Gaza Plan Spurs Action from Jordan and Egypt
President Trump's proposal for US control and rebuilding of Gaza, coupled with demands for hostage returns by February 15, has spurred reactions from Jordan (offering to take in 2,000 Gazan children), Egypt (pledging reconstruction aid), and Lebanon (condemning displacement plans), highlighting the ...
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56% Bias Score
Australian Universities Urged to Adopt IHRA Antisemitism Definition
An Australian parliamentary committee recommends universities adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of antisemitism and suggests legislative changes to facilitate disciplinary action against those engaging in racial vilification, following reported antisemitic incidents...
Australian Universities Urged to Adopt IHRA Antisemitism Definition
An Australian parliamentary committee recommends universities adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of antisemitism and suggests legislative changes to facilitate disciplinary action against those engaging in racial vilification, following reported antisemitic incidents...
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44% Bias Score
Saudi Arabia to Launch Luxury Train, Dream of the Desert, in 2026
Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and Arsenale will launch the 34-suite luxury train, Dream of the Desert, in late 2026, traversing Saudi Arabia's Northern Railway network from Riyadh and featuring stops at AlUla, aligning with Vision 2030's tourism goals.
Saudi Arabia to Launch Luxury Train, Dream of the Desert, in 2026
Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and Arsenale will launch the 34-suite luxury train, Dream of the Desert, in late 2026, traversing Saudi Arabia's Northern Railway network from Riyadh and featuring stops at AlUla, aligning with Vision 2030's tourism goals.
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48% Bias Score
AfD Dominates East German Polls Amidst Lingering Economic Anxieties
Ahead of Germany's February 23rd federal elections, the far-right AfD party leads polls in East Germany due to lingering economic anxieties from the post-1989 reunification, despite objective economic improvements; this highlights the disconnect between perceived and actual economic conditions.
AfD Dominates East German Polls Amidst Lingering Economic Anxieties
Ahead of Germany's February 23rd federal elections, the far-right AfD party leads polls in East Germany due to lingering economic anxieties from the post-1989 reunification, despite objective economic improvements; this highlights the disconnect between perceived and actual economic conditions.
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36% Bias Score
Australian Hospital Workers Fired for Threatening Israeli Patients
Two Australian hospital employees were fired for threatening to kill Israeli patients in a video recorded during their shift; the incident sparked outrage, investigations, and raised concerns about rising antisemitism in Australia.
Australian Hospital Workers Fired for Threatening Israeli Patients
Two Australian hospital employees were fired for threatening to kill Israeli patients in a video recorded during their shift; the incident sparked outrage, investigations, and raised concerns about rising antisemitism in Australia.
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60% Bias Score
Danish Intelligence Predicts Major European War Post-Ukraine Conflict
Danish intelligence predicts a major European war in 3-5 years after the Ukraine conflict ends, raising concerns about geopolitical stability and potential escalations. Internal conflicts within Ukraine's leadership highlight struggles for resources amidst ongoing war.
Danish Intelligence Predicts Major European War Post-Ukraine Conflict
Danish intelligence predicts a major European war in 3-5 years after the Ukraine conflict ends, raising concerns about geopolitical stability and potential escalations. Internal conflicts within Ukraine's leadership highlight struggles for resources amidst ongoing war.
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56% Bias Score
Russia Launches "Victory 9/45" Project to Counter Historical Revisionism
Russia's "Victory 9/45" project will commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory Day with events in multiple countries, countering historical revisionism and educating youth about World War II, involving concerts, historical reenactments, and educational initiatives.
Russia Launches "Victory 9/45" Project to Counter Historical Revisionism
Russia's "Victory 9/45" project will commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory Day with events in multiple countries, countering historical revisionism and educating youth about World War II, involving concerts, historical reenactments, and educational initiatives.
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72% Bias Score
German Mayors Demand Overturn of EU's 2035 EV Mandate
Mayors of 15 German cities, led by Saarbrücken's Uwe Conrad, demanded the European Commission overturn its 2035 Battery Electric Vehicle mandate, warning of over 600,000 job losses and plant closures, and proposing alternative solutions including plug-in hybrids and investments in charging infrastru...
German Mayors Demand Overturn of EU's 2035 EV Mandate
Mayors of 15 German cities, led by Saarbrücken's Uwe Conrad, demanded the European Commission overturn its 2035 Battery Electric Vehicle mandate, warning of over 600,000 job losses and plant closures, and proposing alternative solutions including plug-in hybrids and investments in charging infrastru...
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56% Bias Score
Teamship: Revolutionizing Healthcare Leadership
A new healthcare leadership model called "teamship" is transforming hospital operations by fostering peer-to-peer collaboration, increasing candor by 79%, collaboration by 46%, and accountability by 44%, leading to improved patient safety and reduced burnout.
Teamship: Revolutionizing Healthcare Leadership
A new healthcare leadership model called "teamship" is transforming hospital operations by fostering peer-to-peer collaboration, increasing candor by 79%, collaboration by 46%, and accountability by 44%, leading to improved patient safety and reduced burnout.
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56% Bias Score
U.K. Immigration Guidance Bars Citizenship for Irregular Entry
The U.K. government's new immigration guidance, effective February 10th, 2025, bars citizenship for those entering the country irregularly, potentially violating international law and mirroring similar stricter policies introduced since the Labour party's 2024 election victory.
U.K. Immigration Guidance Bars Citizenship for Irregular Entry
The U.K. government's new immigration guidance, effective February 10th, 2025, bars citizenship for those entering the country irregularly, potentially violating international law and mirroring similar stricter policies introduced since the Labour party's 2024 election victory.
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56% Bias Score