March 2025
April 2025
Frequent Flyer Levy Proposed to Curb UK Aviation Emissions
The UK's Climate Change Committee proposes a Frequent Flyer Levy (FFL) to curb aviation emissions, incrementally taxing frequent flyers based on CO2 emissions per flight, aiming to achieve net-zero by 2050, as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) alone is deemed insufficient.
Frequent Flyer Levy Proposed to Curb UK Aviation Emissions
The UK's Climate Change Committee proposes a Frequent Flyer Levy (FFL) to curb aviation emissions, incrementally taxing frequent flyers based on CO2 emissions per flight, aiming to achieve net-zero by 2050, as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) alone is deemed insufficient.
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52% Bias Score
Death of South African Playwright Athol Fugard at 92
South African playwright Athol Fugard, known for his anti-apartheid works, died at 92 on Saturday in Stellenbosch after a long illness; his plays, such as "Blood Knot" and "Tsotsi," gained international recognition for depicting the struggles against racial injustice.
Death of South African Playwright Athol Fugard at 92
South African playwright Athol Fugard, known for his anti-apartheid works, died at 92 on Saturday in Stellenbosch after a long illness; his plays, such as "Blood Knot" and "Tsotsi," gained international recognition for depicting the struggles against racial injustice.
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12% Bias Score
Graham Proposes New Sanctions Against Russia
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham announced a new bill imposing sanctions on Russia's banking and energy sectors next week if peace negotiations aren't reached, despite Russia's stated willingness and a recent shift in U.S. support for Ukraine.
Graham Proposes New Sanctions Against Russia
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham announced a new bill imposing sanctions on Russia's banking and energy sectors next week if peace negotiations aren't reached, despite Russia's stated willingness and a recent shift in U.S. support for Ukraine.
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52% Bias Score
Measles Outbreak at Dulles Airport Spurs Urgent Contact Tracing
A confirmed measles case at Washington Dulles International Airport on March 5th, between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m., is prompting health officials to trace contacts among passengers and airport personnel. Simultaneous outbreaks in Texas and Florida, including fatalities, underscore the urgent need for vacci...
Measles Outbreak at Dulles Airport Spurs Urgent Contact Tracing
A confirmed measles case at Washington Dulles International Airport on March 5th, between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m., is prompting health officials to trace contacts among passengers and airport personnel. Simultaneous outbreaks in Texas and Florida, including fatalities, underscore the urgent need for vacci...
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48% Bias Score
Mark Carney Wins Canadian Liberal Leadership Race Amidst US Tensions
Following an internal Liberal Party vote, Mark Carney won the leadership race to succeed Justin Trudeau as Prime Minister of Canada, promising to address economic challenges and confront the U.S. government's trade policies.
Mark Carney Wins Canadian Liberal Leadership Race Amidst US Tensions
Following an internal Liberal Party vote, Mark Carney won the leadership race to succeed Justin Trudeau as Prime Minister of Canada, promising to address economic challenges and confront the U.S. government's trade policies.
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40% Bias Score
Florida Teen Arrested for Threatening School Shooting
A 17-year-old student from Elevation High School in Sanford, Florida, was arrested on Sunday for threatening a school shooting after a video showing him with multiple guns prompted an anonymous tip. The swift response by law enforcement, involving multiple agencies, prevented a potential tragedy.
Florida Teen Arrested for Threatening School Shooting
A 17-year-old student from Elevation High School in Sanford, Florida, was arrested on Sunday for threatening a school shooting after a video showing him with multiple guns prompted an anonymous tip. The swift response by law enforcement, involving multiple agencies, prevented a potential tragedy.
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48% Bias Score
Europe's Lagging 5G Deployment Threatens Technological Leadership
Ericsson's Jenny Lindqvist warns that Europe's slow 5G rollout, averaging 45% coverage compared to 90% in leading nations, is hindering innovation and economic growth, urging immediate action to address insufficient operator investment, regulatory barriers, and the lack of a supportive framework for...
Europe's Lagging 5G Deployment Threatens Technological Leadership
Ericsson's Jenny Lindqvist warns that Europe's slow 5G rollout, averaging 45% coverage compared to 90% in leading nations, is hindering innovation and economic growth, urging immediate action to address insufficient operator investment, regulatory barriers, and the lack of a supportive framework for...
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48% Bias Score
Marner's Delayed Contract Negotiations Create Competitive Free Agency Market
Mitch Marner, a Toronto Maple Leafs winger, is delaying contract negotiations until after the season, becoming the top free agent due to Mikko Rantanen's recent contract extension; this creates a highly competitive market for Marner's services, potentially leading to a record-setting contract given ...
Marner's Delayed Contract Negotiations Create Competitive Free Agency Market
Mitch Marner, a Toronto Maple Leafs winger, is delaying contract negotiations until after the season, becoming the top free agent due to Mikko Rantanen's recent contract extension; this creates a highly competitive market for Marner's services, potentially leading to a record-setting contract given ...
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52% Bias Score
Cyclone Alfred Causes Severe Beach Erosion in Australia
Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred severely eroded beaches in NSW and Queensland, removing up to 30 meters of sand; authorities plan to restore tourist beaches, but dune recovery could take years, highlighting the increasing risk of stronger weather events linked to climate change.
Cyclone Alfred Causes Severe Beach Erosion in Australia
Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred severely eroded beaches in NSW and Queensland, removing up to 30 meters of sand; authorities plan to restore tourist beaches, but dune recovery could take years, highlighting the increasing risk of stronger weather events linked to climate change.
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52% Bias Score
EU Omnibus Bill Alters Corporate Sustainability Reporting
The EU's omnibus bill, released February 26th, significantly alters corporate sustainability reporting by raising thresholds for mandatory reporting, delaying obligations, and simplifying standards, sparking controversy over potential setbacks in ecological and human rights progress.
EU Omnibus Bill Alters Corporate Sustainability Reporting
The EU's omnibus bill, released February 26th, significantly alters corporate sustainability reporting by raising thresholds for mandatory reporting, delaying obligations, and simplifying standards, sparking controversy over potential setbacks in ecological and human rights progress.
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16% Bias Score
Trump's Pro-Russia Stance: A Strategy to Isolate China?
Donald Trump's overtures toward Russia, including pressuring Ukraine for concessions and publicly supporting Putin's views, raise questions about a potential US strategy to counter China's influence by aligning with Russia, despite concerns about the feasibility and potential consequences of such a ...
Trump's Pro-Russia Stance: A Strategy to Isolate China?
Donald Trump's overtures toward Russia, including pressuring Ukraine for concessions and publicly supporting Putin's views, raise questions about a potential US strategy to counter China's influence by aligning with Russia, despite concerns about the feasibility and potential consequences of such a ...
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48% Bias Score
Greenland Elections: Independence Takes Center Stage Amidst Trump's Controversial Remarks
Greenland holds parliamentary elections on Tuesday, where the issue of independence from Denmark is central, amplified by President Trump's controversial statement expressing interest in acquiring Greenland, prompting a strong rejection from Greenland's leadership and raising geopolitical concerns.
Greenland Elections: Independence Takes Center Stage Amidst Trump's Controversial Remarks
Greenland holds parliamentary elections on Tuesday, where the issue of independence from Denmark is central, amplified by President Trump's controversial statement expressing interest in acquiring Greenland, prompting a strong rejection from Greenland's leadership and raising geopolitical concerns.
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44% Bias Score