January 2025
February 2025
US Bans TikTok: Global Precedent Set for Social Media Regulation
Following a unanimous Supreme Court decision, a US law banning TikTok came into effect on January 19th, resulting in the app's removal from app stores and its website closure, impacting 160 million users and setting a global precedent for social media regulation.
US Bans TikTok: Global Precedent Set for Social Media Regulation
Following a unanimous Supreme Court decision, a US law banning TikTok came into effect on January 19th, resulting in the app's removal from app stores and its website closure, impacting 160 million users and setting a global precedent for social media regulation.
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68% Bias Score
Davos 2024: Trump's Return Dominates WEF Agenda Amidst Geopolitical Uncertainty
The World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, from January 16-20, brings together global leaders to discuss pressing issues like the war in Ukraine, economic instability, and the return of Donald Trump, who will address the forum digitally.
Davos 2024: Trump's Return Dominates WEF Agenda Amidst Geopolitical Uncertainty
The World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, from January 16-20, brings together global leaders to discuss pressing issues like the war in Ukraine, economic instability, and the return of Donald Trump, who will address the forum digitally.
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48% Bias Score
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: 1,904 Palestinian Prisoners Released in Exchange for Israeli Hostages
Following a ceasefire, Israel released 1,904 Palestinian prisoners, mostly women and children from the West Bank and East Jerusalem, while Hamas released three Israeli hostages, with four more promised by Saturday; this is part of a larger prisoner exchange agreement.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: 1,904 Palestinian Prisoners Released in Exchange for Israeli Hostages
Following a ceasefire, Israel released 1,904 Palestinian prisoners, mostly women and children from the West Bank and East Jerusalem, while Hamas released three Israeli hostages, with four more promised by Saturday; this is part of a larger prisoner exchange agreement.
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44% Bias Score
Europe's Path to Strategic Interdependence
Amidst geopolitical uncertainty, Europe must balance interdependence with autonomy by investing in defense, green energy, technology, and strategic migration to secure its future.
Europe's Path to Strategic Interdependence
Amidst geopolitical uncertainty, Europe must balance interdependence with autonomy by investing in defense, green energy, technology, and strategic migration to secure its future.
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36% Bias Score
Santa Ana Winds Fuel Devastating California Wildfires Amidst Drought and Resource Concerns
Santa Ana winds bring "Particularly Dangerous Situation" red flag warnings to Los Angeles and Ventura counties, exacerbating severe drought conditions and fueling wildfires that have already killed 27 people, destroyed thousands of homes, and displaced 41,000 residents; the LAFD's preparedness is no...
Santa Ana Winds Fuel Devastating California Wildfires Amidst Drought and Resource Concerns
Santa Ana winds bring "Particularly Dangerous Situation" red flag warnings to Los Angeles and Ventura counties, exacerbating severe drought conditions and fueling wildfires that have already killed 27 people, destroyed thousands of homes, and displaced 41,000 residents; the LAFD's preparedness is no...
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44% Bias Score
Trump Delays TikTok Ban, App Resumes US Service
Following a Supreme Court ruling, TikTok faced a US ban over national security concerns; however, President Trump announced a delay in enforcement, allowing the app to resume operations while negotiations for a long-term solution continue.
Trump Delays TikTok Ban, App Resumes US Service
Following a Supreme Court ruling, TikTok faced a US ban over national security concerns; however, President Trump announced a delay in enforcement, allowing the app to resume operations while negotiations for a long-term solution continue.
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48% Bias Score
Gaza Ceasefire: Fragile Hope Amidst Devastation
A temporary ceasefire in Gaza after 15 months of intense conflict brings mixed emotions; joy at the pause in violence, but fear and uncertainty remain amidst widespread devastation and persistent economic challenges.
Gaza Ceasefire: Fragile Hope Amidst Devastation
A temporary ceasefire in Gaza after 15 months of intense conflict brings mixed emotions; joy at the pause in violence, but fear and uncertainty remain amidst widespread devastation and persistent economic challenges.
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44% Bias Score
Dutch Jewish Community Reacts to Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Amidst Antisemitism Surge
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has brought mixed reactions from the Dutch Jewish community, who celebrate the release of hostages but remain concerned about the future due to a surge in antisemitism and the uncertainty of the fragile peace.
Dutch Jewish Community Reacts to Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Amidst Antisemitism Surge
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has brought mixed reactions from the Dutch Jewish community, who celebrate the release of hostages but remain concerned about the future due to a surge in antisemitism and the uncertainty of the fragile peace.
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48% Bias Score
Trump Promises Swift Policy Changes, End to Ukraine War
On January 19th, President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to sign roughly 100 executive orders upon inauguration, focusing on border security, immigration, and reversing Biden's policies, while also promising to end the war in Ukraine and prevent World War III.
Trump Promises Swift Policy Changes, End to Ukraine War
On January 19th, President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to sign roughly 100 executive orders upon inauguration, focusing on border security, immigration, and reversing Biden's policies, while also promising to end the war in Ukraine and prevent World War III.
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56% Bias Score
Ukraine Claims Massive Russian Casualties Amidst Mutual Accusations of Civilian Killings
Ukraine's top military commander claims Russia suffered 434,000 casualties in 2024, including 150,000 deaths, while Russia investigates alleged Ukrainian killings of civilians in Kursk; Western estimates are significantly lower.
Ukraine Claims Massive Russian Casualties Amidst Mutual Accusations of Civilian Killings
Ukraine's top military commander claims Russia suffered 434,000 casualties in 2024, including 150,000 deaths, while Russia investigates alleged Ukrainian killings of civilians in Kursk; Western estimates are significantly lower.
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52% Bias Score
Kyiv Rally Demands Action on POWs and Missing Personnel Amidst Russian Strike
Thousands protested in Kyiv demanding the Ukrainian government to act on releasing over 8,000 POWs held by Russia and locate almost 37,000 missing Ukrainians; the protest comes amid a recent Russian missile and drone strike on Kyiv that killed three.
Kyiv Rally Demands Action on POWs and Missing Personnel Amidst Russian Strike
Thousands protested in Kyiv demanding the Ukrainian government to act on releasing over 8,000 POWs held by Russia and locate almost 37,000 missing Ukrainians; the protest comes amid a recent Russian missile and drone strike on Kyiv that killed three.
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48% Bias Score
Trump Promises Mass Deportations, 100 Executive Orders Upon Re-Inauguration
Hours before his re-inauguration, Donald Trump addressed supporters, promising mass deportations, signing nearly 100 executive orders, and releasing documents on the Kennedy assassinations. He also plans a week-long "Operation Safeguard" targeting illegal border crossers in Chicago and potentially o...
Trump Promises Mass Deportations, 100 Executive Orders Upon Re-Inauguration
Hours before his re-inauguration, Donald Trump addressed supporters, promising mass deportations, signing nearly 100 executive orders, and releasing documents on the Kennedy assassinations. He also plans a week-long "Operation Safeguard" targeting illegal border crossers in Chicago and potentially o...
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72% Bias Score