March 2025
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Senegal Expels French Troops, Marking Shift in Franco-African Relations
Senegal expelled French soldiers in November 2024, following similar actions by other African nations, reflecting growing African nationalism and a desire to reduce reliance on former colonial powers; France, while maintaining significant economic ties, is adjusting its diplomatic approach.
Senegal Expels French Troops, Marking Shift in Franco-African Relations
Senegal expelled French soldiers in November 2024, following similar actions by other African nations, reflecting growing African nationalism and a desire to reduce reliance on former colonial powers; France, while maintaining significant economic ties, is adjusting its diplomatic approach.
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40% Bias Score
Detained Welsh Backpacker May Soon Return Home
Welsh backpacker Becky Burke, 28, detained in a US ICE processing center after being denied entry at the US-Canada border for a perceived visa violation, may be deported in the coming days due to media, social media and diplomatic pressure.
Detained Welsh Backpacker May Soon Return Home
Welsh backpacker Becky Burke, 28, detained in a US ICE processing center after being denied entry at the US-Canada border for a perceived visa violation, may be deported in the coming days due to media, social media and diplomatic pressure.
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44% Bias Score
Mobility Exercises, Not Stretching, Key to Relieving Shoulder Stiffness
Dana Santas, a strength and conditioning specialist, explains that shoulder stiffness is best addressed by mobility, strength, and breathing exercises, rather than stretching, which can worsen instability. She recommends four specific exercises to improve shoulder function and prevent future problem...
Mobility Exercises, Not Stretching, Key to Relieving Shoulder Stiffness
Dana Santas, a strength and conditioning specialist, explains that shoulder stiffness is best addressed by mobility, strength, and breathing exercises, rather than stretching, which can worsen instability. She recommends four specific exercises to improve shoulder function and prevent future problem...
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52% Bias Score
Austria Temporarily Suspends Family Reunification for Asylum Seekers
Austria's new government temporarily suspended family reunification for asylum seekers, citing strain on social services, impacting approximately 8500 people annually and prompting criticism for potentially violating EU law.
Austria Temporarily Suspends Family Reunification for Asylum Seekers
Austria's new government temporarily suspended family reunification for asylum seekers, citing strain on social services, impacting approximately 8500 people annually and prompting criticism for potentially violating EU law.
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48% Bias Score
France's Military Spending Plan: A Societal Tightrope Walk
France's plan to increase military spending is causing tension, as the government considers raising the retirement age to fund it, potentially worsening existing social divisions while alternatives like tax increases are resisted.
France's Military Spending Plan: A Societal Tightrope Walk
France's plan to increase military spending is causing tension, as the government considers raising the retirement age to fund it, potentially worsening existing social divisions while alternatives like tax increases are resisted.
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60% Bias Score
EU Court Annuls Sanctions Against MEP for Procedural Violations
The EU General Court annulled moral harassment charges and a €3,380 fine against former MEP Monica Semedo due to procedural irregularities that violated her defense rights, specifically the lack of access to witness statements during the investigation by the European Parliament.
EU Court Annuls Sanctions Against MEP for Procedural Violations
The EU General Court annulled moral harassment charges and a €3,380 fine against former MEP Monica Semedo due to procedural irregularities that violated her defense rights, specifically the lack of access to witness statements during the investigation by the European Parliament.
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32% Bias Score
Devolving Crown Estate to Wales: 5,300 Jobs and £1.4bn at Risk
The UK government's refusal to devolve the Crown Estate to Wales risks 5,300 jobs and £1.4bn in economic benefits from offshore wind, despite support from the Welsh government and Plaid Cymru, due to concerns about market fragmentation and investor confidence.
Devolving Crown Estate to Wales: 5,300 Jobs and £1.4bn at Risk
The UK government's refusal to devolve the Crown Estate to Wales risks 5,300 jobs and £1.4bn in economic benefits from offshore wind, despite support from the Welsh government and Plaid Cymru, due to concerns about market fragmentation and investor confidence.
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52% Bias Score
Queen Visits Cheltenham Amid Snow and Jockey Death
Queen Camilla visited the Cheltenham Festival on Wednesday, offering comfort to the girlfriend of a jockey who recently died, while the event saw early snow and a name change from Ladies Day to Style Wednesday.
Queen Visits Cheltenham Amid Snow and Jockey Death
Queen Camilla visited the Cheltenham Festival on Wednesday, offering comfort to the girlfriend of a jockey who recently died, while the event saw early snow and a name change from Ladies Day to Style Wednesday.
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40% Bias Score
Wholesale Egg Prices Drop 15%, but Volatility Remains
Wholesale egg prices fell 15% in the first week of March to \$6.85 a dozen due to reduced demand and a two-week respite from significant avian flu outbreaks; however, prices are expected to rise again due to upcoming holidays (Easter and Passover) and the spring bird migration.
Wholesale Egg Prices Drop 15%, but Volatility Remains
Wholesale egg prices fell 15% in the first week of March to \$6.85 a dozen due to reduced demand and a two-week respite from significant avian flu outbreaks; however, prices are expected to rise again due to upcoming holidays (Easter and Passover) and the spring bird migration.
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44% Bias Score
Controversial Messina Strait Bridge Project Sparks Debate in Italy
The €13.5 billion Messina Strait bridge project, intended to connect Sicily and Calabria, faces strong local opposition due to seismic safety concerns, insufficient environmental studies, and the belief that funds should prioritize essential services in Southern Italy.
Controversial Messina Strait Bridge Project Sparks Debate in Italy
The €13.5 billion Messina Strait bridge project, intended to connect Sicily and Calabria, faces strong local opposition due to seismic safety concerns, insufficient environmental studies, and the belief that funds should prioritize essential services in Southern Italy.
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48% Bias Score
Controversial Messina Bridge Project Sparks Debate in Italy
The Italian government plans a €13.5 billion bridge across the Strait of Messina, part of the EU's Scandinavian-Mediterranean Corridor, but faces strong local opposition due to safety concerns, lack of studies, and the diversion of funds from essential services in Southern Italy.
Controversial Messina Bridge Project Sparks Debate in Italy
The Italian government plans a €13.5 billion bridge across the Strait of Messina, part of the EU's Scandinavian-Mediterranean Corridor, but faces strong local opposition due to safety concerns, lack of studies, and the diversion of funds from essential services in Southern Italy.
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40% Bias Score
Hamburg Faces Traffic Chaos Due to Planned Union Strike
A warning strike by Verdi union members in Hamburg will shut down the A7 highway and Elbe Tunnel from Thursday evening to Friday morning due to a wage dispute impacting public services, causing traffic chaos.
Hamburg Faces Traffic Chaos Due to Planned Union Strike
A warning strike by Verdi union members in Hamburg will shut down the A7 highway and Elbe Tunnel from Thursday evening to Friday morning due to a wage dispute impacting public services, causing traffic chaos.
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48% Bias Score