January 2025
February 2025
Standoff at Yoon's Residence as Arrest is Resisted
On Friday morning, South Korean investigators attempted to arrest President Yoon Suk Yeol at his residence, facing resistance from military personnel and presidential security forces following his recent attempt to declare martial law, causing a standoff that raises concerns about the rule of law.
Standoff at Yoon's Residence as Arrest is Resisted
On Friday morning, South Korean investigators attempted to arrest President Yoon Suk Yeol at his residence, facing resistance from military personnel and presidential security forces following his recent attempt to declare martial law, causing a standoff that raises concerns about the rule of law.
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40% Bias Score
China Curbs EV Battery Tech Exports, Escalating Tech Rivalry with US
China is planning to curb the export of technology used to extract minerals crucial for EV batteries, including lithium and gallium, escalating its tech rivalry with the US; this follows a recent ban on materials for semiconductors and could significantly impact Western lithium producers.
China Curbs EV Battery Tech Exports, Escalating Tech Rivalry with US
China is planning to curb the export of technology used to extract minerals crucial for EV batteries, including lithium and gallium, escalating its tech rivalry with the US; this follows a recent ban on materials for semiconductors and could significantly impact Western lithium producers.
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40% Bias Score
Mystery 1831 Volcano Identified: Zavaritskii's Eruption Caused Global Cooling
Scientists identified Zavaritskii volcano on Simushir Island as the source of a powerful 1831 eruption that caused a 1°C temperature drop in the Northern Hemisphere, contributing to widespread famines; the discovery was made through ice core analysis and geochemical dating.
Mystery 1831 Volcano Identified: Zavaritskii's Eruption Caused Global Cooling
Scientists identified Zavaritskii volcano on Simushir Island as the source of a powerful 1831 eruption that caused a 1°C temperature drop in the Northern Hemisphere, contributing to widespread famines; the discovery was made through ice core analysis and geochemical dating.
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16% Bias Score
Arrest Attempt of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korean investigators attempted to arrest President Yoon Suk Yeol at his residence on Friday morning, following a court warrant issued due to his December 3rd declaration of martial law, which led to his impeachment; the outcome depends on the Presidential Security Service's response.
Arrest Attempt of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korean investigators attempted to arrest President Yoon Suk Yeol at his residence on Friday morning, following a court warrant issued due to his December 3rd declaration of martial law, which led to his impeachment; the outcome depends on the Presidential Security Service's response.
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52% Bias Score
IDF Reports 891 Soldier Deaths, Surge in Suicides (2023-2024)
The IDF reported 891 soldier deaths (2023-2024), including a significant rise in suicides (38 total) compared to previous years, with combat deaths forming the majority; the rise in suicides is a matter of concern for the IDF.
IDF Reports 891 Soldier Deaths, Surge in Suicides (2023-2024)
The IDF reported 891 soldier deaths (2023-2024), including a significant rise in suicides (38 total) compared to previous years, with combat deaths forming the majority; the rise in suicides is a matter of concern for the IDF.
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48% Bias Score
Lenacapavir: A Breakthrough HIV Drug Faces Access Challenges
A new injectable HIV drug, Lenacapavir, demonstrated a 96% reduction in infection risk in clinical trials, leading Science magazine to name it 'Discovery of the Year' for 2024; however, global access is hindered by high costs and limited distribution agreements.
Lenacapavir: A Breakthrough HIV Drug Faces Access Challenges
A new injectable HIV drug, Lenacapavir, demonstrated a 96% reduction in infection risk in clinical trials, leading Science magazine to name it 'Discovery of the Year' for 2024; however, global access is hindered by high costs and limited distribution agreements.
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44% Bias Score
Cybertruck Explosion at Trump Hotel Kills Active-Duty Soldier
A Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday, killing the driver, identified as 37-year-old active-duty U.S. Army Special Operations soldier Matthew Livelsberger, and injuring seven others; investigators found weapons, identification, and credit cards i...
Cybertruck Explosion at Trump Hotel Kills Active-Duty Soldier
A Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday, killing the driver, identified as 37-year-old active-duty U.S. Army Special Operations soldier Matthew Livelsberger, and injuring seven others; investigators found weapons, identification, and credit cards i...
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48% Bias Score
Israeli Military Confirms Detention of Palestinian Hospital Director Amidst Gaza Crisis
Following the Israeli military's closure of Kamal Adwan Hospital, the last major functioning health facility in northern Gaza, the whereabouts of its director, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, are unknown despite conflicting statements from the Israeli Defense Forces. The Israeli military has confirmed his ar...
Israeli Military Confirms Detention of Palestinian Hospital Director Amidst Gaza Crisis
Following the Israeli military's closure of Kamal Adwan Hospital, the last major functioning health facility in northern Gaza, the whereabouts of its director, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, are unknown despite conflicting statements from the Israeli Defense Forces. The Israeli military has confirmed his ar...
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36% Bias Score
Boeing Announces Safety Improvements After Multiple Incidents
Following multiple safety incidents, including a 737 Max 9 door plug blowout and a recent crash, Boeing announced improvements focusing on safety culture, training, processes, and defect elimination; however, long-term fixes and a cultural shift are necessary to prevent future incidents.
Boeing Announces Safety Improvements After Multiple Incidents
Following multiple safety incidents, including a 737 Max 9 door plug blowout and a recent crash, Boeing announced improvements focusing on safety culture, training, processes, and defect elimination; however, long-term fixes and a cultural shift are necessary to prevent future incidents.
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48% Bias Score
Ecuador: Forensic Evidence Confirms Murder of Four Children Detained by Soldiers
Forensic evidence in Ecuador confirms four charred bodies found last week are children (ages 11-15) detained by soldiers on December 8th; this sparked outrage and protests, leading to official investigations and a national mourning period.
Ecuador: Forensic Evidence Confirms Murder of Four Children Detained by Soldiers
Forensic evidence in Ecuador confirms four charred bodies found last week are children (ages 11-15) detained by soldiers on December 8th; this sparked outrage and protests, leading to official investigations and a national mourning period.
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32% Bias Score
South Korea Plane Crash Kills 179, Prompts Police Investigation
A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed on Sunday at Muan International Airport in South Korea, killing 179 passengers and injuring two flight attendants. Police have raided the offices of Jeju Air and the airport operator as part of an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash, which involved pot...
South Korea Plane Crash Kills 179, Prompts Police Investigation
A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed on Sunday at Muan International Airport in South Korea, killing 179 passengers and injuring two flight attendants. Police have raided the offices of Jeju Air and the airport operator as part of an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash, which involved pot...
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32% Bias Score
New Orleans Car Attack: Army Veteran Investigated for ISIS Links
Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old US Army veteran, drove a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans on Wednesday, injuring two police officers before being shot and killed by police; authorities are investigating the incident as an act of terrorism linked to ISIS.
New Orleans Car Attack: Army Veteran Investigated for ISIS Links
Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old US Army veteran, drove a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans on Wednesday, injuring two police officers before being shot and killed by police; authorities are investigating the incident as an act of terrorism linked to ISIS.
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48% Bias Score