January 2025
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Death of Jean-Marie Le Pen: Mixed Reactions and Uncertain Legacy
Jean-Marie Le Pen, a historical figure of the French far-right, died on Tuesday at age 98, sparking diverse reactions and raising questions about his complex legacy and the future of the French far-right.
Death of Jean-Marie Le Pen: Mixed Reactions and Uncertain Legacy
Jean-Marie Le Pen, a historical figure of the French far-right, died on Tuesday at age 98, sparking diverse reactions and raising questions about his complex legacy and the future of the French far-right.
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32% Bias Score
Austrian ÖVP's Shock Coalition Talks with FPÖ
Christian Stocker, former Austrian ÖVP Secretary General, dramatically reversed his staunch opposition to Herbert Kickl, paving the way for a potential ÖVP-FPÖ coalition government in Austria, despite significant policy differences and concerns over Kickl's alleged ties to Russia.
Austrian ÖVP's Shock Coalition Talks with FPÖ
Christian Stocker, former Austrian ÖVP Secretary General, dramatically reversed his staunch opposition to Herbert Kickl, paving the way for a potential ÖVP-FPÖ coalition government in Austria, despite significant policy differences and concerns over Kickl's alleged ties to Russia.
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44% Bias Score
Austria's Far-Right FPÖ to Form Government After ÖVP Shift
Following failed coalition talks, Austria's President Van der Bellen tasked the far-right FPÖ, led by Herbert Kickl, with forming a new government after the ÖVP's acting chairman expressed willingness to cooperate with them, marking a significant shift in Austrian politics.
Austria's Far-Right FPÖ to Form Government After ÖVP Shift
Following failed coalition talks, Austria's President Van der Bellen tasked the far-right FPÖ, led by Herbert Kickl, with forming a new government after the ÖVP's acting chairman expressed willingness to cooperate with them, marking a significant shift in Austrian politics.
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36% Bias Score
Putin Seeks Church Blessing for Ukraine War Gifts
Vladimir Putin presented gifts to the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, for troops fighting in Ukraine, requesting his blessing at a Christmas service on January 7, 2024, in Moscow, highlighting the religious dimension of the conflict.
Putin Seeks Church Blessing for Ukraine War Gifts
Vladimir Putin presented gifts to the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, for troops fighting in Ukraine, requesting his blessing at a Christmas service on January 7, 2024, in Moscow, highlighting the religious dimension of the conflict.
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44% Bias Score
Germany's Renewable Energy Success, but Challenges Remain in Other Sectors
Germany's renewable energy sector thrived in 2024, with a record one million new photovoltaic installations and increased wind power, pushing renewable energy's share in electricity generation to 59%. However, progress stalled in buildings and transport, resulting in lower than target emission reduc...
Germany's Renewable Energy Success, but Challenges Remain in Other Sectors
Germany's renewable energy sector thrived in 2024, with a record one million new photovoltaic installations and increased wind power, pushing renewable energy's share in electricity generation to 59%. However, progress stalled in buildings and transport, resulting in lower than target emission reduc...
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40% Bias Score
FBI Warns of Surge in AI-Powered Deepfake Scams
The FBI issued a warning about criminals using AI-generated deepfakes for scams, detailing 17 techniques including voice cloning, fake video calls, and impersonation of authority figures; individuals should limit online presence, verify communications, and use strong passwords.
FBI Warns of Surge in AI-Powered Deepfake Scams
The FBI issued a warning about criminals using AI-generated deepfakes for scams, detailing 17 techniques including voice cloning, fake video calls, and impersonation of authority figures; individuals should limit online presence, verify communications, and use strong passwords.
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52% Bias Score
Judge Blocks Release of Trump Investigation Report
U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon temporarily blocked the release of Special Counsel Jack Smith's report on investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, following a request from Trump's former co-defendants who argued the report would interfere with their ongoing case.
Judge Blocks Release of Trump Investigation Report
U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon temporarily blocked the release of Special Counsel Jack Smith's report on investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, following a request from Trump's former co-defendants who argued the report would interfere with their ongoing case.
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48% Bias Score
NYC Subway Arson Murder Suspect Pleads Not Guilty
Sebastian Zapeta, 33, was indicted for the murder of Debrina Kawam, 57, whom he allegedly set on fire on a NYC subway car on December 22, 2024, prompting increased police presence and highlighting safety concerns in the city's transit system.
NYC Subway Arson Murder Suspect Pleads Not Guilty
Sebastian Zapeta, 33, was indicted for the murder of Debrina Kawam, 57, whom he allegedly set on fire on a NYC subway car on December 22, 2024, prompting increased police presence and highlighting safety concerns in the city's transit system.
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28% Bias Score
Death of Jean-Marie Le Pen: End of an Era in French Politics
Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's National Front party, died on January 7th at age 96. His controversial political career significantly influenced French politics, leading to his party's rise under his daughter's leadership, despite legal battles and family conflicts.
Death of Jean-Marie Le Pen: End of an Era in French Politics
Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's National Front party, died on January 7th at age 96. His controversial political career significantly influenced French politics, leading to his party's rise under his daughter's leadership, despite legal battles and family conflicts.
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52% Bias Score
Latvian Animation "Flow" Wins Golden Globe
Flow," a Latvian animated film by Gints Zilbalodis, won the Golden Globe for Best Animated Film, beating major American productions; this is Latvia's first Golden Globe.
Latvian Animation "Flow" Wins Golden Globe
Flow," a Latvian animated film by Gints Zilbalodis, won the Golden Globe for Best Animated Film, beating major American productions; this is Latvia's first Golden Globe.
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40% Bias Score
Biden Praises Trudeau's Leadership Amidst Impending Resignation
President Biden praised Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's leadership on Tuesday, highlighting their close partnership and collaboration on various global issues, despite Trudeau's announcement that he will resign once a new Liberal leader is chosen; the contrast between Biden's and Trump's reaction hi...
Biden Praises Trudeau's Leadership Amidst Impending Resignation
President Biden praised Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's leadership on Tuesday, highlighting their close partnership and collaboration on various global issues, despite Trudeau's announcement that he will resign once a new Liberal leader is chosen; the contrast between Biden's and Trump's reaction hi...
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40% Bias Score
Canada's Trade Surplus with U.S. Grows Amid Trump's Tariff Threats
Canada's November trade deficit shrank to $323 million, while its surplus with the U.S. rose to $8.2 billion, despite overall export growth. This comes amid President-elect Trump's threats of tariffs on Canadian goods due to unresolved border security concerns and criticisms of trade deficits.
Canada's Trade Surplus with U.S. Grows Amid Trump's Tariff Threats
Canada's November trade deficit shrank to $323 million, while its surplus with the U.S. rose to $8.2 billion, despite overall export growth. This comes amid President-elect Trump's threats of tariffs on Canadian goods due to unresolved border security concerns and criticisms of trade deficits.
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40% Bias Score