March 2025
April 2025
Tempe Crash Exposes Systemic Failures, Threatening Greek Democracy
The Tempe train crash revealed massive failures within the Greek state, triggering a crisis of confidence in its institutions and potentially undermining democracy; a proposed solution is to adopt an independent counsel model to conduct a transparent investigation and assign responsibilities.
Tempe Crash Exposes Systemic Failures, Threatening Greek Democracy
The Tempe train crash revealed massive failures within the Greek state, triggering a crisis of confidence in its institutions and potentially undermining democracy; a proposed solution is to adopt an independent counsel model to conduct a transparent investigation and assign responsibilities.
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48% Bias Score
41 Chinese Cultural Artifacts Returned from US
Chinese authorities recovered 41 cultural artifacts from the Manhattan District Attorney's office on Tuesday, ranging from the Neolithic period to the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911); this follows a 2009 agreement between China and the US for repatriation of illegally exported cultural goods.
41 Chinese Cultural Artifacts Returned from US
Chinese authorities recovered 41 cultural artifacts from the Manhattan District Attorney's office on Tuesday, ranging from the Neolithic period to the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911); this follows a 2009 agreement between China and the US for repatriation of illegally exported cultural goods.
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44% Bias Score
Dutch Coalition Divided on Ukraine Support
Facing pressure from opposition parties, Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof hesitates to increase military or financial aid to Ukraine after the US refused security guarantees, revealing internal coalition divisions over the extent and speed of support, with potential long-term implications for Dutch ...
Dutch Coalition Divided on Ukraine Support
Facing pressure from opposition parties, Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof hesitates to increase military or financial aid to Ukraine after the US refused security guarantees, revealing internal coalition divisions over the extent and speed of support, with potential long-term implications for Dutch ...
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48% Bias Score
No Other Land" Wins Oscar, Sparking Debate on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
No Other Land," a documentary about the Israeli occupation of the West Bank, won an Oscar, prompting praise and criticism; it follows Palestinian activist Basel Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham documenting the destruction of Palestinian villages and displacement of residents by the Israeli ...
No Other Land" Wins Oscar, Sparking Debate on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
No Other Land," a documentary about the Israeli occupation of the West Bank, won an Oscar, prompting praise and criticism; it follows Palestinian activist Basel Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham documenting the destruction of Palestinian villages and displacement of residents by the Israeli ...
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48% Bias Score
Dutch Public Opinion Shifts Sharply Towards Stronger European Defense
A recent Ipsos poll reveals that nearly 60% of Dutch citizens now support increased defense spending and a potential European army, a dramatic shift fueled by the war in Ukraine and concerns about European security. This contrasts sharply with past downsizing and reflects a broader reassessment of d...
Dutch Public Opinion Shifts Sharply Towards Stronger European Defense
A recent Ipsos poll reveals that nearly 60% of Dutch citizens now support increased defense spending and a potential European army, a dramatic shift fueled by the war in Ukraine and concerns about European security. This contrasts sharply with past downsizing and reflects a broader reassessment of d...
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44% Bias Score
China's Economy Maintains Steady Growth Amidst Global Uncertainties
Despite domestic and international challenges, China's economy grew 5 percent in 2023, exceeding 130 trillion yuan in GDP, driven by a complete industrial system, an ultra-large market, and ongoing reforms promoting high-standard opening-up.
China's Economy Maintains Steady Growth Amidst Global Uncertainties
Despite domestic and international challenges, China's economy grew 5 percent in 2023, exceeding 130 trillion yuan in GDP, driven by a complete industrial system, an ultra-large market, and ongoing reforms promoting high-standard opening-up.
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32% Bias Score
China's Automotive Exports Surge, Driven by NEV Growth and Overseas Investments
In January 2023, China exported 470,000 vehicles—a 6.1% increase year-on-year—with NEV exports surging 49.6% to 150,000 units; this success is driven by improved product quality, increased domestic competition, and strategic overseas investments by major automakers like BYD and Chery.
China's Automotive Exports Surge, Driven by NEV Growth and Overseas Investments
In January 2023, China exported 470,000 vehicles—a 6.1% increase year-on-year—with NEV exports surging 49.6% to 150,000 units; this success is driven by improved product quality, increased domestic competition, and strategic overseas investments by major automakers like BYD and Chery.
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36% Bias Score
Dutch Child Protection System Failures Lead to Severe Child Abuse
An 11-year-old girl in Vlaardingen, Netherlands, suffered severe injuries, likely from years of abuse within her foster family. Multiple agencies failed to adequately respond to repeated warnings due to poor communication and oversight, highlighting systemic flaws in the Dutch child protection syste...
Dutch Child Protection System Failures Lead to Severe Child Abuse
An 11-year-old girl in Vlaardingen, Netherlands, suffered severe injuries, likely from years of abuse within her foster family. Multiple agencies failed to adequately respond to repeated warnings due to poor communication and oversight, highlighting systemic flaws in the Dutch child protection syste...
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24% Bias Score
German Carnival Attack: Two Killed, Five Injured in Intentional Car Crash
On February 22, 2024, in Mannheim, Germany, a 40-year-old man with a history of mental health issues and prior convictions intentionally drove his car into a crowd during carnival celebrations, killing two and seriously injuring at least five people.
German Carnival Attack: Two Killed, Five Injured in Intentional Car Crash
On February 22, 2024, in Mannheim, Germany, a 40-year-old man with a history of mental health issues and prior convictions intentionally drove his car into a crowd during carnival celebrations, killing two and seriously injuring at least five people.
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28% Bias Score
China's NPC Emphasizes Economic Stability Amidst Global Uncertainty
China's National People's Congress convenes in Beijing, focusing on economic stability amid global uncertainty; modest stimulus measures are anticipated, prioritizing self-reliance and continuity under President Xi Jinping's leadership.
China's NPC Emphasizes Economic Stability Amidst Global Uncertainty
China's National People's Congress convenes in Beijing, focusing on economic stability amid global uncertainty; modest stimulus measures are anticipated, prioritizing self-reliance and continuity under President Xi Jinping's leadership.
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48% Bias Score
Dutch Government Faces Pressure to Increase Ukraine Support
Facing opposition pressure, the Dutch government hesitates to commit to increased military and financial aid for Ukraine despite a broad parliamentary mandate, creating tension between international obligations and domestic priorities.
Dutch Government Faces Pressure to Increase Ukraine Support
Facing opposition pressure, the Dutch government hesitates to commit to increased military and financial aid for Ukraine despite a broad parliamentary mandate, creating tension between international obligations and domestic priorities.
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40% Bias Score
Cyclone Alfred to Hit Queensland and NSW Coasts
Cyclone Alfred, a category 2 system, threatens to hit south-east Queensland and northern NSW from Thursday, potentially causing flooding to almost 20,000 properties in Brisbane and destructive winds reaching 130km/h, with 700mm of rain possible.
Cyclone Alfred to Hit Queensland and NSW Coasts
Cyclone Alfred, a category 2 system, threatens to hit south-east Queensland and northern NSW from Thursday, potentially causing flooding to almost 20,000 properties in Brisbane and destructive winds reaching 130km/h, with 700mm of rain possible.
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36% Bias Score