January 2025
February 2025
LA Wildfires Expose Systemic Failures Amid Mayor's Absence
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faced intense criticism for her absence during devastating wildfires that destroyed over 10,000 structures, killed at least 11, and left tens of thousands unhoused, raising concerns about the city's preparedness and response.
LA Wildfires Expose Systemic Failures Amid Mayor's Absence
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faced intense criticism for her absence during devastating wildfires that destroyed over 10,000 structures, killed at least 11, and left tens of thousands unhoused, raising concerns about the city's preparedness and response.
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40% Bias Score
US Banks Poised for Profit Surge Amidst Looming Deregulation
Major US banks anticipate increased profits following the incoming president's plans for deregulation, lower corporate taxes, and weakened climate commitments; share prices have already risen significantly since the election, but this comes with risks of increased systemic fragility.
US Banks Poised for Profit Surge Amidst Looming Deregulation
Major US banks anticipate increased profits following the incoming president's plans for deregulation, lower corporate taxes, and weakened climate commitments; share prices have already risen significantly since the election, but this comes with risks of increased systemic fragility.
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64% Bias Score
Calais Protest Condemns UK Channel Crossing Policies Amid Record Migrant Deaths
Over 70 French organizations protest in Calais against UK policies on Channel crossings, citing a record 77 deaths in 2024 and demanding safe and legal routes; the UK government defends its approach by focusing on disrupting human smuggling gangs.
Calais Protest Condemns UK Channel Crossing Policies Amid Record Migrant Deaths
Over 70 French organizations protest in Calais against UK policies on Channel crossings, citing a record 77 deaths in 2024 and demanding safe and legal routes; the UK government defends its approach by focusing on disrupting human smuggling gangs.
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56% Bias Score
Protests Delay AfD Congress in Riesa
Thousands protested against the AfD party congress in Riesa, Germany, on February 18th, delaying its start by 45 minutes due to roadblocks and clashes with police; the AfD, polling around 20%, called protesters "extremists.
Protests Delay AfD Congress in Riesa
Thousands protested against the AfD party congress in Riesa, Germany, on February 18th, delaying its start by 45 minutes due to roadblocks and clashes with police; the AfD, polling around 20%, called protesters "extremists.
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52% Bias Score
Vonn Returns to World Cup Skiing with Sixth-Place Finish in St. Anton
Lindsey Vonn finished sixth in her first World Cup downhill race in six years on Saturday in St. Anton, Switzerland, with a time of 1:16.66, less than a second behind the winner, 34-year-old Federica Brignone; Vonn aims to compete in the 2026 Olympics.
Vonn Returns to World Cup Skiing with Sixth-Place Finish in St. Anton
Lindsey Vonn finished sixth in her first World Cup downhill race in six years on Saturday in St. Anton, Switzerland, with a time of 1:16.66, less than a second behind the winner, 34-year-old Federica Brignone; Vonn aims to compete in the 2026 Olympics.
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44% Bias Score
Musk's Political Investments: A $277 Million Gamble
Elon Musk, through a significant donation to Donald Trump's campaign, has seen his net worth dramatically increase, while simultaneously engaging with and supporting right-wing political figures across Europe and the UK, raising questions about his motivations and the potential impact on global poli...
Musk's Political Investments: A $277 Million Gamble
Elon Musk, through a significant donation to Donald Trump's campaign, has seen his net worth dramatically increase, while simultaneously engaging with and supporting right-wing political figures across Europe and the UK, raising questions about his motivations and the potential impact on global poli...
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52% Bias Score
Overcrowding Cripples English A&E's Major Incident Preparedness
A survey of 71 English emergency departments reveals that only 15% of heads feel adequately prepared for major incidents due to overcrowding; over 70% report patients waiting in corridors or ambulances for at least half the time, and the situation is worsening.
Overcrowding Cripples English A&E's Major Incident Preparedness
A survey of 71 English emergency departments reveals that only 15% of heads feel adequately prepared for major incidents due to overcrowding; over 70% report patients waiting in corridors or ambulances for at least half the time, and the situation is worsening.
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48% Bias Score
Report Urges Public Control of North Sea Oil and Gas to Avoid Industry Collapse
A Common Wealth report warns of a potential collapse of the North Sea oil and gas industry under private ownership, urging increased state control for a just transition and to avoid a \$10.8 billion decommissioning bill for taxpayers; the report projects that current reserves will be exhausted in un...
Report Urges Public Control of North Sea Oil and Gas to Avoid Industry Collapse
A Common Wealth report warns of a potential collapse of the North Sea oil and gas industry under private ownership, urging increased state control for a just transition and to avoid a \$10.8 billion decommissioning bill for taxpayers; the report projects that current reserves will be exhausted in un...
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52% Bias Score
UK Chancellor Defends Fiscal Rules Amid China Trip
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves visited China to secure economic deals amid market turmoil at home, reaffirming her commitment to fiscal rules while securing agreements worth £600 million over the next five years.
UK Chancellor Defends Fiscal Rules Amid China Trip
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves visited China to secure economic deals amid market turmoil at home, reaffirming her commitment to fiscal rules while securing agreements worth £600 million over the next five years.
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48% Bias Score
Xizang Earthquake: Swift Relief Focuses on Children's Mental Health
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County, Xizang, China on January 11, killing 126 and injuring hundreds; relief efforts swiftly established 224 relocation sites housing 47,500 people, and are focusing on the psychological recovery of children through play therapy and the construction of thre...
Xizang Earthquake: Swift Relief Focuses on Children's Mental Health
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County, Xizang, China on January 11, killing 126 and injuring hundreds; relief efforts swiftly established 224 relocation sites housing 47,500 people, and are focusing on the psychological recovery of children through play therapy and the construction of thre...
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20% Bias Score
South Korea Plane Crash: Flight Recorders Silent Before Impact
A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed at South Korea's Muan Airport on December 29th, killing 179 people, after its landing gear failed to deploy; both flight recorders stopped recording four minutes prior, prompting a US-led investigation.
South Korea Plane Crash: Flight Recorders Silent Before Impact
A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed at South Korea's Muan Airport on December 29th, killing 179 people, after its landing gear failed to deploy; both flight recorders stopped recording four minutes prior, prompting a US-led investigation.
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36% Bias Score
Russian Children Vulnerable to Cybercrime via Bank Cards
Russian children's increased use of bank cards exposes them to cybercrime; criminals exploit their trust to steal money or involve them in money laundering schemes, prompting banks to require parental consent and schools to launch cybersecurity awareness programs.
Russian Children Vulnerable to Cybercrime via Bank Cards
Russian children's increased use of bank cards exposes them to cybercrime; criminals exploit their trust to steal money or involve them in money laundering schemes, prompting banks to require parental consent and schools to launch cybersecurity awareness programs.
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56% Bias Score