February 2025
March 2025
Macedonia's Air Pollution Plan Faces Opposition from Engineers
The Macedonian government plans to build gas-fired cogeneration plants to reduce air pollution, a plan opposed by the Association of Engineers of Macedonia (ZIRM) who advocate for a systemic approach focusing on renewable energy sources and stricter regulations. A Turkish company, Kazancı Holding, i...
Macedonia's Air Pollution Plan Faces Opposition from Engineers
The Macedonian government plans to build gas-fired cogeneration plants to reduce air pollution, a plan opposed by the Association of Engineers of Macedonia (ZIRM) who advocate for a systemic approach focusing on renewable energy sources and stricter regulations. A Turkish company, Kazancı Holding, i...
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48% Bias Score
Armenia and Azerbaijan to Meet Again Before Resuming Border Demarcation
Armenian and Azerbaijani deputy prime ministers will meet again before resuming the demarcation of their shared border, which will start from the tripoint of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia and move southward, according to Armenian co-chair Mher Grigoryan; however, the opposition criticizes this ap...
Armenia and Azerbaijan to Meet Again Before Resuming Border Demarcation
Armenian and Azerbaijani deputy prime ministers will meet again before resuming the demarcation of their shared border, which will start from the tripoint of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia and move southward, according to Armenian co-chair Mher Grigoryan; however, the opposition criticizes this ap...
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44% Bias Score
Cross-Strait Agricultural Cooperation Booms with $1.44 Billion in New Projects
Eighty-one cross-Strait agricultural cooperation projects totaling $1.44 billion were signed at a conference in Zhangping, Fujian, signifying increased collaboration between Taiwan and mainland China in agriculture, driven by supportive policies and infrastructure.
Cross-Strait Agricultural Cooperation Booms with $1.44 Billion in New Projects
Eighty-one cross-Strait agricultural cooperation projects totaling $1.44 billion were signed at a conference in Zhangping, Fujian, signifying increased collaboration between Taiwan and mainland China in agriculture, driven by supportive policies and infrastructure.
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52% Bias Score
Zimbabwean Journalist Denied Bail After Interviewing Government Critic
Zimbabwean journalist Blessed Mhlanga was denied bail on February 28th after being arrested for interviewing Blessed Geza, a ruling party member who suggested President Mnangagwa's resignation. Mhlanga is charged with inciting violence, and the court cited concerns about national security in denying...
Zimbabwean Journalist Denied Bail After Interviewing Government Critic
Zimbabwean journalist Blessed Mhlanga was denied bail on February 28th after being arrested for interviewing Blessed Geza, a ruling party member who suggested President Mnangagwa's resignation. Mhlanga is charged with inciting violence, and the court cited concerns about national security in denying...
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44% Bias Score
Sir Derek Jacobi: A Career Forged From Luck and Talent
Sir Derek Jacobi, an 86-year-old British actor, credits luck and talent for his decades-long career, defying his parents' wishes for him to become an accountant or insurance broker, and has continued working despite age-related challenges. His accolades include a 2001 Emmy for Frasier, and roles in ...
Sir Derek Jacobi: A Career Forged From Luck and Talent
Sir Derek Jacobi, an 86-year-old British actor, credits luck and talent for his decades-long career, defying his parents' wishes for him to become an accountant or insurance broker, and has continued working despite age-related challenges. His accolades include a 2001 Emmy for Frasier, and roles in ...
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36% Bias Score
MEC Faces Lawsuit over US$1.3 Million in Unpaid Bills
Lever Style Ltd. is suing Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) for US$917,452.77 in unpaid bills for delivered garments, highlighting MEC's financial difficulties and ongoing sale process amid declining revenues and a challenging retail environment.
MEC Faces Lawsuit over US$1.3 Million in Unpaid Bills
Lever Style Ltd. is suing Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) for US$917,452.77 in unpaid bills for delivered garments, highlighting MEC's financial difficulties and ongoing sale process amid declining revenues and a challenging retail environment.
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28% Bias Score
Baden-Württemberg Court Allows Referendum on Reducing Parliament Size
Baden-Württemberg's 2022 electoral reform, creating surplus mandates and inflating the parliament's size, is challenged by a citizens' initiative seeking to reduce the number of representatives to the minimum 120 seats after a court decision overturned the interior ministry's rejection.
Baden-Württemberg Court Allows Referendum on Reducing Parliament Size
Baden-Württemberg's 2022 electoral reform, creating surplus mandates and inflating the parliament's size, is challenged by a citizens' initiative seeking to reduce the number of representatives to the minimum 120 seats after a court decision overturned the interior ministry's rejection.
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44% Bias Score
Edwards Ejected, Faces Suspension, Fines for On-Court Conduct
Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard, was ejected from a game against the Los Angeles Lakers after receiving two technical fouls for arguing with officials and throwing the ball into the stands, incurring a $285,000 fine and facing a suspension, impacting the team's playoff hopes.
Edwards Ejected, Faces Suspension, Fines for On-Court Conduct
Anthony Edwards, Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard, was ejected from a game against the Los Angeles Lakers after receiving two technical fouls for arguing with officials and throwing the ball into the stands, incurring a $285,000 fine and facing a suspension, impacting the team's playoff hopes.
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52% Bias Score
England to Reintroduce Wild Beavers Despite Farmer Concerns
The UK government approved the reintroduction of wild beavers after a long political debate, citing their environmental benefits despite farmer concerns about potential crop damage; the first release is planned for Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve.
England to Reintroduce Wild Beavers Despite Farmer Concerns
The UK government approved the reintroduction of wild beavers after a long political debate, citing their environmental benefits despite farmer concerns about potential crop damage; the first release is planned for Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve.
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44% Bias Score
Somali Surgeon Dr. Maxamed Yuusuf Xasan Dies at 72
Dr. Maxamed Yuusuf Xasan, a Somali surgeon who served in hospitals across several countries, passed away in Mogadishu on October 26, 2023, after a long career marked by dedication to his profession despite significant challenges in conflict zones.
Somali Surgeon Dr. Maxamed Yuusuf Xasan Dies at 72
Dr. Maxamed Yuusuf Xasan, a Somali surgeon who served in hospitals across several countries, passed away in Mogadishu on October 26, 2023, after a long career marked by dedication to his profession despite significant challenges in conflict zones.
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24% Bias Score
Lagos Assembly Crisis Deepens as Impeached Speaker Reclaims Office
Following allegations of misconduct, the Lagos State House of Assembly impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa on January 13th, leading to the election of Mojisola Meranda. However, Obasa returned on February 27th, claiming his removal was illegal, creating a constitutional crisis.
Lagos Assembly Crisis Deepens as Impeached Speaker Reclaims Office
Following allegations of misconduct, the Lagos State House of Assembly impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa on January 13th, leading to the election of Mojisola Meranda. However, Obasa returned on February 27th, claiming his removal was illegal, creating a constitutional crisis.
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52% Bias Score
Political Pressure and Social Media Scrutiny Dominate Cannes Film Festival
The Cannes Film Festival, once a Cold War diplomatic stage, now witnesses films judged more on creators' political stances and social media controversies than artistic merit, as exemplified by the contrasting fates of Amélie Poulain, Mercato, and Emilia Pérez.
Political Pressure and Social Media Scrutiny Dominate Cannes Film Festival
The Cannes Film Festival, once a Cold War diplomatic stage, now witnesses films judged more on creators' political stances and social media controversies than artistic merit, as exemplified by the contrasting fates of Amélie Poulain, Mercato, and Emilia Pérez.
Progress
48% Bias Score