January 2025
February 2025
Trump's Greenland Ambitions Gain Traction in Russia
Donald Trump's repeated claims to want to purchase Greenland, and use force if necessary, have been met with condemnation from Europe and approval from some in Russia, who see it as validating their territorial ambitions; Denmark has increased defense spending on Greenland and updated its coat of ar...
Trump's Greenland Ambitions Gain Traction in Russia
Donald Trump's repeated claims to want to purchase Greenland, and use force if necessary, have been met with condemnation from Europe and approval from some in Russia, who see it as validating their territorial ambitions; Denmark has increased defense spending on Greenland and updated its coat of ar...
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44% Bias Score
U.S. Labels Chinese Tech Firms as Military, Sparking Concerns
The U.S. government labeled several Chinese tech companies as military entities, prompting denials and accusations of unfair targeting, impacting companies like Tencent and CATL, as part of a broader effort to curb China's tech advancement, sparking concerns about economic repercussions and potentia...
U.S. Labels Chinese Tech Firms as Military, Sparking Concerns
The U.S. government labeled several Chinese tech companies as military entities, prompting denials and accusations of unfair targeting, impacting companies like Tencent and CATL, as part of a broader effort to curb China's tech advancement, sparking concerns about economic repercussions and potentia...
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56% Bias Score
Deschamps to Resign as French Football Coach After 2026 World Cup
French national football team coach Didier Deschamps announced his resignation, effective after the 2026 World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, concluding a 14-year tenure marked by a World Cup victory in 2018 and two final losses.
Deschamps to Resign as French Football Coach After 2026 World Cup
French national football team coach Didier Deschamps announced his resignation, effective after the 2026 World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, concluding a 14-year tenure marked by a World Cup victory in 2018 and two final losses.
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20% Bias Score
Senate Probe Links Private Equity Hospital Ownership to Deteriorating Patient Care
A Senate investigation found that private equity ownership of Lifepoint and Prospect hospital systems led to decreased patient care and safety violations, while owners received millions in payouts; this supports prior research on the negative impacts of private equity in healthcare.
Senate Probe Links Private Equity Hospital Ownership to Deteriorating Patient Care
A Senate investigation found that private equity ownership of Lifepoint and Prospect hospital systems led to decreased patient care and safety violations, while owners received millions in payouts; this supports prior research on the negative impacts of private equity in healthcare.
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48% Bias Score
China's Foreign Minister Begins 35th Consecutive Annual Trip to Africa
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's January 6th visit to Africa, the 35th consecutive year he initiated his international travels on the continent, aims to strengthen the "all-weather China-Africa community", with stops in Namibia, Congo, Chad, and Nigeria, showcasing the robust and growing China-Afr...
China's Foreign Minister Begins 35th Consecutive Annual Trip to Africa
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's January 6th visit to Africa, the 35th consecutive year he initiated his international travels on the continent, aims to strengthen the "all-weather China-Africa community", with stops in Namibia, Congo, Chad, and Nigeria, showcasing the robust and growing China-Afr...
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48% Bias Score
Chinese Actor Found Trafficked in Myanmar
Chinese actor Wang Xing, who disappeared in Thailand, was found in Myanmar, a victim of human trafficking and forced into an online scam operation; Thai police are investigating, and the incident may negatively impact Thailand's tourism.
Chinese Actor Found Trafficked in Myanmar
Chinese actor Wang Xing, who disappeared in Thailand, was found in Myanmar, a victim of human trafficking and forced into an online scam operation; Thai police are investigating, and the incident may negatively impact Thailand's tourism.
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28% Bias Score
Allegations of Turkish Citizenship Granted to Somali President's Son After Fatal Accident
Following a fatal accident in Istanbul where the son of Somalia's president, Hassan Shekh Mohamud, was found primarily at fault for the death of Turkish motorcyclist Yunus Emre Göçer, allegations emerged that Mohamud and 35 associates received Turkish citizenship, sparking public outrage and parliam...
Allegations of Turkish Citizenship Granted to Somali President's Son After Fatal Accident
Following a fatal accident in Istanbul where the son of Somalia's president, Hassan Shekh Mohamud, was found primarily at fault for the death of Turkish motorcyclist Yunus Emre Göçer, allegations emerged that Mohamud and 35 associates received Turkish citizenship, sparking public outrage and parliam...
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52% Bias Score
House Passes Laken Riley Act; Senate Passage Uncertain
The House passed the Laken Riley Act, requiring detention of undocumented migrants charged with theft or burglary, by a vote of 264-159, including 48 Democrats; its future in the Senate is uncertain due to narrow Republican margins.
House Passes Laken Riley Act; Senate Passage Uncertain
The House passed the Laken Riley Act, requiring detention of undocumented migrants charged with theft or burglary, by a vote of 264-159, including 48 Democrats; its future in the Senate is uncertain due to narrow Republican margins.
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40% Bias Score
Italian Journalist Released from Iranian Prison
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, 29, was released from an Iranian prison after being detained on December 19th in Tehran for allegedly violating Iran's strict Islamic laws; her release followed diplomatic efforts by the Italian government, and she is en route to Italy.
Italian Journalist Released from Iranian Prison
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, 29, was released from an Iranian prison after being detained on December 19th in Tehran for allegedly violating Iran's strict Islamic laws; her release followed diplomatic efforts by the Italian government, and she is en route to Italy.
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36% Bias Score
Virginia Democrats Maintain Legislative Control After Special Election Wins
In Virginia's special legislative elections, Democrats secured victories in two Loudoun County districts, maintaining narrow majorities in both the state Senate (21-19) and House of Delegates (51-49), despite a recent winter storm and the state's Republican governor, Glenn Youngkin.
Virginia Democrats Maintain Legislative Control After Special Election Wins
In Virginia's special legislative elections, Democrats secured victories in two Loudoun County districts, maintaining narrow majorities in both the state Senate (21-19) and House of Delegates (51-49), despite a recent winter storm and the state's Republican governor, Glenn Youngkin.
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44% Bias Score
Gauff Emerges as Top Contender for Australian Open
Following her United Cup singles title win against Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff is considered an equal favorite with Aryna Sabalenka to win the Australian Open, according to ESPN analyst Rennae Stubbs, due to her improved form under new coach Matt Daly and recent victories.
Gauff Emerges as Top Contender for Australian Open
Following her United Cup singles title win against Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff is considered an equal favorite with Aryna Sabalenka to win the Australian Open, according to ESPN analyst Rennae Stubbs, due to her improved form under new coach Matt Daly and recent victories.
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40% Bias Score
China-Linked Hacking Group Targeted Japan in Over 200 Cyberattacks
Japan's National Police Agency linked over 200 cyberattacks from 2019-2024 to a Chinese hacking group, MirrorFace, targeting national security and high-technology data from government ministries, private companies, and individuals, using malware-laced emails and VPN vulnerabilities.
China-Linked Hacking Group Targeted Japan in Over 200 Cyberattacks
Japan's National Police Agency linked over 200 cyberattacks from 2019-2024 to a Chinese hacking group, MirrorFace, targeting national security and high-technology data from government ministries, private companies, and individuals, using malware-laced emails and VPN vulnerabilities.
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48% Bias Score