January 2025
February 2025
Los Angeles Wildfires: 2,000 Structures Destroyed, Five Dead, Biden Declares Emergency
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have destroyed 2,000 buildings, killed five people, and forced 130,000 evacuations, prompting President Biden to declare a state of emergency and leading to empty water tanks in some areas.
Los Angeles Wildfires: 2,000 Structures Destroyed, Five Dead, Biden Declares Emergency
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have destroyed 2,000 buildings, killed five people, and forced 130,000 evacuations, prompting President Biden to declare a state of emergency and leading to empty water tanks in some areas.
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64% Bias Score
Body of Israeli Hostage Found in Gaza Tunnel
Israeli forces found the body of Yosef AlZayadni, 53, and potential remains of his son in a Gaza tunnel; they were taken hostage in October 7th Hamas attacks that killed 1200. Approximately one-third of the remaining ~100 hostages in Gaza are reported dead, increasing pressure for a ceasefire.
Body of Israeli Hostage Found in Gaza Tunnel
Israeli forces found the body of Yosef AlZayadni, 53, and potential remains of his son in a Gaza tunnel; they were taken hostage in October 7th Hamas attacks that killed 1200. Approximately one-third of the remaining ~100 hostages in Gaza are reported dead, increasing pressure for a ceasefire.
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48% Bias Score
Final $500 Million US Military Aid Package to Ukraine Announced
The Biden administration announced a final $500 million military aid package for Ukraine, including air defense missiles and F-16 equipment, before potential negotiations with Russia, alongside planned new sanctions against Russia and a cancelled Biden-Zelensky meeting.
Final $500 Million US Military Aid Package to Ukraine Announced
The Biden administration announced a final $500 million military aid package for Ukraine, including air defense missiles and F-16 equipment, before potential negotiations with Russia, alongside planned new sanctions against Russia and a cancelled Biden-Zelensky meeting.
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36% Bias Score
Devastating Wildfires Force Evacuations in Los Angeles
On January 8th, a wildfire fueled by extreme drought and hurricane-force winds (160km/h) forced the evacuation of Hollywood and other Los Angeles neighborhoods, causing at least five deaths, destroying around 1500 buildings, and displacing over 100,000 residents.
Devastating Wildfires Force Evacuations in Los Angeles
On January 8th, a wildfire fueled by extreme drought and hurricane-force winds (160km/h) forced the evacuation of Hollywood and other Los Angeles neighborhoods, causing at least five deaths, destroying around 1500 buildings, and displacing over 100,000 residents.
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24% Bias Score
Meta eliminates fact-checking program, sparking misinformation concerns
Meta eliminated its US fact-checking program, claiming it was biased and censored content; this decision sparked criticism and claims that it will increase misinformation.
Meta eliminates fact-checking program, sparking misinformation concerns
Meta eliminated its US fact-checking program, claiming it was biased and censored content; this decision sparked criticism and claims that it will increase misinformation.
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48% Bias Score
Machado Defies Chavistas, Leading Caracas Demonstration Ahead of Tense Presidential Inauguration
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado will lead a large demonstration in Caracas on Thursday, defying threats from the Chavista government to pave the way for Edmundo González's planned presidential inauguration on Friday, amidst a tense atmosphere marked by a declared state of war and t...
Machado Defies Chavistas, Leading Caracas Demonstration Ahead of Tense Presidential Inauguration
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado will lead a large demonstration in Caracas on Thursday, defying threats from the Chavista government to pave the way for Edmundo González's planned presidential inauguration on Friday, amidst a tense atmosphere marked by a declared state of war and t...
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68% Bias Score
Southern California Wildfires Cause Five Deaths, Widespread Evacuations
Wildfires in Southern California, beginning Tuesday evening, resulted in five deaths, over 130,000 evacuations, and significant property damage in Altadena and the Hollywood Hills, impacting numerous celebrities and leading to the postponement of the Oscar nominations and Critics Choice Awards.
Southern California Wildfires Cause Five Deaths, Widespread Evacuations
Wildfires in Southern California, beginning Tuesday evening, resulted in five deaths, over 130,000 evacuations, and significant property damage in Altadena and the Hollywood Hills, impacting numerous celebrities and leading to the postponement of the Oscar nominations and Critics Choice Awards.
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40% Bias Score
Israeli Forces Find Body of Abducted Citizen in Gaza Tunnel
Israeli forces found the body of Yosef AlZayadni, 53, a Bedouin Israeli citizen abducted in October, in a Gaza tunnel; his son's fate remains unknown, raising concerns amidst ceasefire negotiations.
Israeli Forces Find Body of Abducted Citizen in Gaza Tunnel
Israeli forces found the body of Yosef AlZayadni, 53, a Bedouin Israeli citizen abducted in October, in a Gaza tunnel; his son's fate remains unknown, raising concerns amidst ceasefire negotiations.
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44% Bias Score
Final $500 Million US Military Aid Package for Ukraine Announced
The Biden administration announced a final $500 million military aid package for Ukraine, including air defense missiles and F-16 equipment, before potential negotiations with Russia in early 2025, while also preparing new sanctions against Russia.
Final $500 Million US Military Aid Package for Ukraine Announced
The Biden administration announced a final $500 million military aid package for Ukraine, including air defense missiles and F-16 equipment, before potential negotiations with Russia in early 2025, while also preparing new sanctions against Russia.
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36% Bias Score
Fentanyl Crisis Exacerbates US-Mexico Tensions
The capture of Mayo Zambada intensified US-Mexico tensions over fentanyl, with the US blaming Mexico for the crisis causing around 100,000 deaths annually, while Mexico claims to be a transit country and highlights recent anti-drug efforts, including the detention of nearly 7,000 individuals and sei...
Fentanyl Crisis Exacerbates US-Mexico Tensions
The capture of Mayo Zambada intensified US-Mexico tensions over fentanyl, with the US blaming Mexico for the crisis causing around 100,000 deaths annually, while Mexico claims to be a transit country and highlights recent anti-drug efforts, including the detention of nearly 7,000 individuals and sei...
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56% Bias Score
Los Angeles Wildfires: Five Dead, 130,000 Evacuated, Biden Declares Emergency
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have led to at least five deaths, forced 130,000 evacuations, and caused significant property damage, including the destruction of Paris Hilton's Malibu home; President Biden declared a state of emergency, unlocking federal aid for recovery efforts.
Los Angeles Wildfires: Five Dead, 130,000 Evacuated, Biden Declares Emergency
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have led to at least five deaths, forced 130,000 evacuations, and caused significant property damage, including the destruction of Paris Hilton's Malibu home; President Biden declared a state of emergency, unlocking federal aid for recovery efforts.
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28% Bias Score
Hamas Defiance: Continued Resistance Despite Leadership Losses
Despite the assassination of top Hamas leaders and the destruction of some infrastructure, Hamas maintains a significant fighting force and holds approximately 100 hostages, leading to indirect ceasefire negotiations in Doha mediated by Qatar and Egypt.
Hamas Defiance: Continued Resistance Despite Leadership Losses
Despite the assassination of top Hamas leaders and the destruction of some infrastructure, Hamas maintains a significant fighting force and holds approximately 100 hostages, leading to indirect ceasefire negotiations in Doha mediated by Qatar and Egypt.
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56% Bias Score