January 2025
February 2025
Gaza War Death Toll Significantly Undercounted: Lancet Study
A Lancet study estimates 64,260 deaths from traumatic injuries in Gaza between October 2023 and June 2024, 41 percent higher than the official Palestinian count, due to the deterioration of Gaza's healthcare system during the conflict.
Gaza War Death Toll Significantly Undercounted: Lancet Study
A Lancet study estimates 64,260 deaths from traumatic injuries in Gaza between October 2023 and June 2024, 41 percent higher than the official Palestinian count, due to the deterioration of Gaza's healthcare system during the conflict.
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44% Bias Score
Gaza Hostage Deal: Trump Aims for Resolution Before Inauguration
US-brokered negotiations between Israel and Hamas for the release of hostages held in "hellish" conditions in Gaza are underway, with President-elect Trump aiming for a deal by his January 20 inauguration, despite conflicting statements and challenges.
Gaza Hostage Deal: Trump Aims for Resolution Before Inauguration
US-brokered negotiations between Israel and Hamas for the release of hostages held in "hellish" conditions in Gaza are underway, with President-elect Trump aiming for a deal by his January 20 inauguration, despite conflicting statements and challenges.
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40% Bias Score
Elon Musk: The Neofascist Leader of a Transnational Movement
Elon Musk, through his ownership of X (formerly Twitter), is promoting a neofascist ideology influenced by his associates from the "PayPal Mafia", characterized by its focus on birthrates in Western countries and promotion of extraterrestrial colonization, thus influencing political discourse and po...
Elon Musk: The Neofascist Leader of a Transnational Movement
Elon Musk, through his ownership of X (formerly Twitter), is promoting a neofascist ideology influenced by his associates from the "PayPal Mafia", characterized by its focus on birthrates in Western countries and promotion of extraterrestrial colonization, thus influencing political discourse and po...
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80% Bias Score
Maduro's Re-election Sparks Warnings of Mass Migration and Gang Violence in the U.S.
Following Nicolás Maduro's disputed reelection, Venezuelan opposition leaders warn of a potential mass migration to the U.S. (3-5 million) and increased gang violence by the Maduro-aligned Tren de Aragua gang within the U.S. if Maduro remains in power.
Maduro's Re-election Sparks Warnings of Mass Migration and Gang Violence in the U.S.
Following Nicolás Maduro's disputed reelection, Venezuelan opposition leaders warn of a potential mass migration to the U.S. (3-5 million) and increased gang violence by the Maduro-aligned Tren de Aragua gang within the U.S. if Maduro remains in power.
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64% Bias Score
Trump Receives Unconditional Discharge in Hush-Money Case
On January 10, 2025, New York Judge Juan Merchan sentenced U.S. President Donald Trump to an unconditional discharge in the hush-money case, concluding a high-profile trial that began with his indictment in March 2023 for allegedly paying $130,000 to Stormy Daniels. Trump's conviction on 34 felony c...
Trump Receives Unconditional Discharge in Hush-Money Case
On January 10, 2025, New York Judge Juan Merchan sentenced U.S. President Donald Trump to an unconditional discharge in the hush-money case, concluding a high-profile trial that began with his indictment in March 2023 for allegedly paying $130,000 to Stormy Daniels. Trump's conviction on 34 felony c...
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36% Bias Score
Los Angeles Wildfires: $57 Billion in Damages, Fueled by Extreme Weather
Fueled by Santa Ana winds and abundant dry brush from heavy 2024 rains, the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires consumed 6,800 hectares, causing $52–$57 billion in damages and highlighting the increasing risk of extreme weather events.
Los Angeles Wildfires: $57 Billion in Damages, Fueled by Extreme Weather
Fueled by Santa Ana winds and abundant dry brush from heavy 2024 rains, the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires consumed 6,800 hectares, causing $52–$57 billion in damages and highlighting the increasing risk of extreme weather events.
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28% Bias Score
Biden Extends TPS for Nearly 1 Million Immigrants Before Trump's Inauguration
The Biden administration extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) until March 2026 for Salvadorans and until October 2026 for Sudanese, Ukrainians, and Venezuelans, impacting nearly 1 million immigrants; the decision is expected to be reversed by the incoming Trump administration.
Biden Extends TPS for Nearly 1 Million Immigrants Before Trump's Inauguration
The Biden administration extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) until March 2026 for Salvadorans and until October 2026 for Sudanese, Ukrainians, and Venezuelans, impacting nearly 1 million immigrants; the decision is expected to be reversed by the incoming Trump administration.
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48% Bias Score
U.S. and U.K. Impose Sweeping Sanctions on Russian Energy Sector
The U.S. and U.K. imposed sweeping sanctions on January 10th targeting Russia's Gazprom Neft, Surgutneftegaz, and their subsidiaries, along with 183 vessels, aiming to disrupt war financing by weakening Russia's energy production and logistics chains, estimated to cost Russia billions monthly.
U.S. and U.K. Impose Sweeping Sanctions on Russian Energy Sector
The U.S. and U.K. imposed sweeping sanctions on January 10th targeting Russia's Gazprom Neft, Surgutneftegaz, and their subsidiaries, along with 183 vessels, aiming to disrupt war financing by weakening Russia's energy production and logistics chains, estimated to cost Russia billions monthly.
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40% Bias Score
Ukraine's Kursk Counter-Offensive: High Casualties and Potential Negotiation Leverage
On January 5th, Ukrainian forces counter-attacked near Kursk, Russia, aiming to maintain territorial gains made in August. The fighting has resulted in significant casualties for Russia, particularly among North Korean troops, and complicates Russia's strategic goals. This development could influenc...
Ukraine's Kursk Counter-Offensive: High Casualties and Potential Negotiation Leverage
On January 5th, Ukrainian forces counter-attacked near Kursk, Russia, aiming to maintain territorial gains made in August. The fighting has resulted in significant casualties for Russia, particularly among North Korean troops, and complicates Russia's strategic goals. This development could influenc...
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52% Bias Score
Russia Lifts Airport Restrictions After Security Incident
Russia lifted temporary flight restrictions at Kazan, Nizhnekamsk, and Ulyanovsk airports at 8:30 AM Moscow time following a security incident that diverted two planes to Ufa; 85 Ukrainian drones were shot down overnight by Russian air defenses, and Ukrainian drones struck two apartment buildings in...
Russia Lifts Airport Restrictions After Security Incident
Russia lifted temporary flight restrictions at Kazan, Nizhnekamsk, and Ulyanovsk airports at 8:30 AM Moscow time following a security incident that diverted two planes to Ufa; 85 Ukrainian drones were shot down overnight by Russian air defenses, and Ukrainian drones struck two apartment buildings in...
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36% Bias Score
Trump Found Guilty, Receives Unconditional Release
Former US president Donald Trump was found guilty of falsifying business records to conceal a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, but received an unconditional release, becoming the first US president with a criminal conviction.
Trump Found Guilty, Receives Unconditional Release
Former US president Donald Trump was found guilty of falsifying business records to conceal a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, but received an unconditional release, becoming the first US president with a criminal conviction.
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52% Bias Score
Supreme Court Weighs TikTok Ban, Prioritizing National Security Concerns
The Supreme Court heard arguments regarding a ban on TikTok, questioning whether the First Amendment applies, given the app's 170 million US users and concerns over Chinese ties. The law, set to take effect January 19, might restrict TikTok's operations unless its parent company divests.
Supreme Court Weighs TikTok Ban, Prioritizing National Security Concerns
The Supreme Court heard arguments regarding a ban on TikTok, questioning whether the First Amendment applies, given the app's 170 million US users and concerns over Chinese ties. The law, set to take effect January 19, might restrict TikTok's operations unless its parent company divests.
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48% Bias Score