February 2025
March 2025
Iran Justifies Shahed-136 Drone Sales to Russia, Citing CPAC Exhibit
Following a CPAC exhibit showcasing the Shahed-136 drone's use against US forces and allies, resulting in over 170 attacks and the deaths of three Americans, Iran publicly justified its sale of these drones to Russia, citing no legal prohibition and framing the sale as a response to perceived anti-I...
Iran Justifies Shahed-136 Drone Sales to Russia, Citing CPAC Exhibit
Following a CPAC exhibit showcasing the Shahed-136 drone's use against US forces and allies, resulting in over 170 attacks and the deaths of three Americans, Iran publicly justified its sale of these drones to Russia, citing no legal prohibition and framing the sale as a response to perceived anti-I...
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48% Bias Score
Waste Wars: Exposing the Global Inequalities of Waste Disposal
Alexander Clapp's "Waste Wars" exposes the global inequalities of waste disposal, detailing illegal dumping, dubious recycling practices, and the disproportionate impact on developing nations, using examples such as a plastic bag's journey from London to Turkey and highlighting the 2020 Nature repor...
Waste Wars: Exposing the Global Inequalities of Waste Disposal
Alexander Clapp's "Waste Wars" exposes the global inequalities of waste disposal, detailing illegal dumping, dubious recycling practices, and the disproportionate impact on developing nations, using examples such as a plastic bag's journey from London to Turkey and highlighting the 2020 Nature repor...
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44% Bias Score
Afghan Women's Radio Station Resumes Broadcasts Under Taliban Restrictions
Following a raid and accusations of collaborating with banned foreign media, Radio Begum, an Afghan women's radio station, is allowed to resume broadcasting under strict, undisclosed conditions imposed by the Taliban, while the fate of previously arrested employees remains uncertain.
Afghan Women's Radio Station Resumes Broadcasts Under Taliban Restrictions
Following a raid and accusations of collaborating with banned foreign media, Radio Begum, an Afghan women's radio station, is allowed to resume broadcasting under strict, undisclosed conditions imposed by the Taliban, while the fate of previously arrested employees remains uncertain.
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44% Bias Score
German Elections and Ukraine Anniversary
Germany holds elections today, potentially leading to a new chancellor, while the Netherlands marks the three-year anniversary of the start of the war in Ukraine with commemorative events featuring government ministers. Simultaneously, Israel postponed the release of 602 Palestinian prisoners.
German Elections and Ukraine Anniversary
Germany holds elections today, potentially leading to a new chancellor, while the Netherlands marks the three-year anniversary of the start of the war in Ukraine with commemorative events featuring government ministers. Simultaneously, Israel postponed the release of 602 Palestinian prisoners.
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28% Bias Score
Trump's Geopolitical Gamble: Semiconductor Bailouts, Tariff Threats, and Shifting Alliances
President Trump's proposal for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) to bail out Intel, coupled with his demand for "rare earth elements" from Ukraine and the implementation of tariffs, highlights a shift in US geopolitical and economic strategies, impacting global trade and alliances.
Trump's Geopolitical Gamble: Semiconductor Bailouts, Tariff Threats, and Shifting Alliances
President Trump's proposal for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) to bail out Intel, coupled with his demand for "rare earth elements" from Ukraine and the implementation of tariffs, highlights a shift in US geopolitical and economic strategies, impacting global trade and alliances.
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56% Bias Score
Spain's Youth Gap: A 2.27% GDP Boost Possible with German-Level Reform
A report by Fundación PWC and Círculo de Empresarios reveals that closing Spain's youth economic gap to Germany's level would boost Spain's GDP by 2.27%. The gap is driven by high youth unemployment (9.1%), a mismatch between education and job market needs, and stagnant wages for young people since ...
Spain's Youth Gap: A 2.27% GDP Boost Possible with German-Level Reform
A report by Fundación PWC and Círculo de Empresarios reveals that closing Spain's youth economic gap to Germany's level would boost Spain's GDP by 2.27%. The gap is driven by high youth unemployment (9.1%), a mismatch between education and job market needs, and stagnant wages for young people since ...
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52% Bias Score
Trump's Gaza Plan Sparks International Backlash
President Trump's plan to transform the Gaza Strip into an internationally accessible area has faced strong opposition, with critics citing ethical concerns while neglecting the immediate needs of Palestinians under Hamas rule; this highlights the instrumentalization of the Palestinian plight in int...
Trump's Gaza Plan Sparks International Backlash
President Trump's plan to transform the Gaza Strip into an internationally accessible area has faced strong opposition, with critics citing ethical concerns while neglecting the immediate needs of Palestinians under Hamas rule; this highlights the instrumentalization of the Palestinian plight in int...
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72% Bias Score
IDF Evacuates Thousands of Palestinians from Northern West Bank, Minister Katz Says They Won't Return
Israeli Defense Minister Katz admitted to the evacuation of roughly 40,000 Palestinians from the northern West Bank since January 21, a figure disputed by the IDF, who reported 13,000-14,000; Katz stated that these Palestinians won't be allowed to return, following a foiled terrorist attack near Bat...
IDF Evacuates Thousands of Palestinians from Northern West Bank, Minister Katz Says They Won't Return
Israeli Defense Minister Katz admitted to the evacuation of roughly 40,000 Palestinians from the northern West Bank since January 21, a figure disputed by the IDF, who reported 13,000-14,000; Katz stated that these Palestinians won't be allowed to return, following a foiled terrorist attack near Bat...
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60% Bias Score
Mediterranean Nations Unite to Save Critically Endangered European Eels
A UN-FAO project, completed in 2020, brought together nine Mediterranean countries to address the drastic decline (over 90% in 45 years) of the European eel due to overfishing, pollution, and migration barriers; collaborative management strategies are now being implemented.
Mediterranean Nations Unite to Save Critically Endangered European Eels
A UN-FAO project, completed in 2020, brought together nine Mediterranean countries to address the drastic decline (over 90% in 45 years) of the European eel due to overfishing, pollution, and migration barriers; collaborative management strategies are now being implemented.
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16% Bias Score
AKP Congress: Leadership Reshuffle and Notable New Members
The AKP's 8th Ordinary Grand Congress saw a significant reshuffle of its MKYK, including seven defectors from opposition parties and notable figures such as former footballer Mesut Özil, alongside a notably low number of women, 12 out of 75 members.
AKP Congress: Leadership Reshuffle and Notable New Members
The AKP's 8th Ordinary Grand Congress saw a significant reshuffle of its MKYK, including seven defectors from opposition parties and notable figures such as former footballer Mesut Özil, alongside a notably low number of women, 12 out of 75 members.
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44% Bias Score
İmamoğlu Urges High CHP Turnout for March 23rd Presidential Primary
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu is encouraging all CHP members to vote in the party's presidential primary on March 23rd, highlighting the event's global importance and emphasizing the deadline of February 28th at 5 PM for new memberships to be eligible to vote.
İmamoğlu Urges High CHP Turnout for March 23rd Presidential Primary
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu is encouraging all CHP members to vote in the party's presidential primary on March 23rd, highlighting the event's global importance and emphasizing the deadline of February 28th at 5 PM for new memberships to be eligible to vote.
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52% Bias Score
German Federal Election: CDU/CSU Leads in Projected Landslide
On September 24th, German citizens are voting in federal elections using a two-vote system (Erststimme and Zweitstimme) with a 5% electoral threshold. Polls suggest CDU/CSU will likely lead, followed by the AfD, with Chancellor Scholz's SPD trailing significantly.
German Federal Election: CDU/CSU Leads in Projected Landslide
On September 24th, German citizens are voting in federal elections using a two-vote system (Erststimme and Zweitstimme) with a 5% electoral threshold. Polls suggest CDU/CSU will likely lead, followed by the AfD, with Chancellor Scholz's SPD trailing significantly.
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40% Bias Score