January 2025
February 2025
Indonesia Landslide Kills 19, Leaves 7 Missing
Heavy rains in mountainous Indonesia triggered a landslide near Pekalongan, Java, on January 21st, killing at least 19, leaving 7 missing, injuring 13, and causing widespread damage, prompting a two-week state of emergency.
Indonesia Landslide Kills 19, Leaves 7 Missing
Heavy rains in mountainous Indonesia triggered a landslide near Pekalongan, Java, on January 21st, killing at least 19, leaving 7 missing, injuring 13, and causing widespread damage, prompting a two-week state of emergency.
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16% Bias Score
EKBO's 2023 Payments to Sexual Abuse Victims Reach €200,000
The Evangelical Church in Berlin-Brandenburg-Schlesian Upper Lusatia (EKBO) paid approximately €200,000 in 2023 to victims of sexual violence, a sum comparable to the previous five years combined, following the release of a study highlighting numerous cases of abuse within the church.
EKBO's 2023 Payments to Sexual Abuse Victims Reach €200,000
The Evangelical Church in Berlin-Brandenburg-Schlesian Upper Lusatia (EKBO) paid approximately €200,000 in 2023 to victims of sexual violence, a sum comparable to the previous five years combined, following the release of a study highlighting numerous cases of abuse within the church.
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44% Bias Score
Berlin Hate Crimes Surge 17 Percent in 2024"
Berlin prosecutors reported a 17 percent increase in hate crimes in 2024, reaching 7,186 cases—a rise of 1,255 from 2023. More than half (56 percent, 4,003 cases) occurred online, fueled by intensified online discourse and geopolitical conflicts.
Berlin Hate Crimes Surge 17 Percent in 2024"
Berlin prosecutors reported a 17 percent increase in hate crimes in 2024, reaching 7,186 cases—a rise of 1,255 from 2023. More than half (56 percent, 4,003 cases) occurred online, fueled by intensified online discourse and geopolitical conflicts.
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20% Bias Score
California's $20 Minimum Wage: Mixed Results for Fast Food
California's landmark $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers, implemented in April 2023, has yielded mixed results, with employees reporting significant financial improvements while some large chains claim negative impacts on profits and employment.
California's $20 Minimum Wage: Mixed Results for Fast Food
California's landmark $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers, implemented in April 2023, has yielded mixed results, with employees reporting significant financial improvements while some large chains claim negative impacts on profits and employment.
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40% Bias Score
Covite Head Condemns Feijóo for Disrespecting Terrorism Victims
Consuelo Ordóñez, head of Covite and sister of an ETA victim, publicly criticized PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo for disrespecting terrorism victims by using their memory for political gain, referencing the controversial slogan "que te vote Txapote" and past incidents of victim instrumentalization b...
Covite Head Condemns Feijóo for Disrespecting Terrorism Victims
Consuelo Ordóñez, head of Covite and sister of an ETA victim, publicly criticized PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo for disrespecting terrorism victims by using their memory for political gain, referencing the controversial slogan "que te vote Txapote" and past incidents of victim instrumentalization b...
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48% Bias Score
Turkey Acts to Prevent Ramadan Price Hikes
Turkey's government is tackling potential Ramadan price hikes by directly addressing industry representatives, promising stricter enforcement, and emphasizing the unacceptability of using cost increases as justification for price hikes. Meetings included the Treasury and Finance Minister, the Trade ...
Turkey Acts to Prevent Ramadan Price Hikes
Turkey's government is tackling potential Ramadan price hikes by directly addressing industry representatives, promising stricter enforcement, and emphasizing the unacceptability of using cost increases as justification for price hikes. Meetings included the Treasury and Finance Minister, the Trade ...
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40% Bias Score
Red Meat Consumption Linked to Accelerated Cognitive Decline
A new study links high red meat consumption to increased dementia risk, with cognitive aging accelerated by 1.6 years per 85g serving of processed red meat; replacing one serving with nuts and vegetables lowered dementia risk by 19% and cognitive decline risk by 21%.
Red Meat Consumption Linked to Accelerated Cognitive Decline
A new study links high red meat consumption to increased dementia risk, with cognitive aging accelerated by 1.6 years per 85g serving of processed red meat; replacing one serving with nuts and vegetables lowered dementia risk by 19% and cognitive decline risk by 21%.
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20% Bias Score
EU adopts pragmatic approach to Trump's second term
Following President Trump's inauguration, the European Union adopted a pragmatic approach, prioritizing dialogue while preparing to defend its interests, particularly concerning trade and regulatory issues, amidst differing viewpoints among EU members on the best response strategy.
EU adopts pragmatic approach to Trump's second term
Following President Trump's inauguration, the European Union adopted a pragmatic approach, prioritizing dialogue while preparing to defend its interests, particularly concerning trade and regulatory issues, amidst differing viewpoints among EU members on the best response strategy.
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40% Bias Score
Sachsen-Anhalt Faces Rising Unemployment Despite High Job Demand
In Sachsen-Anhalt, unemployment rose 2.6% in 2024 and is projected to increase another 2.3% this year, despite high demand (around 20,000 open positions) for skilled workers; a large skills gap exists, with 61% of unemployed being unskilled while 81% of job openings require skilled labor; foreign wo...
Sachsen-Anhalt Faces Rising Unemployment Despite High Job Demand
In Sachsen-Anhalt, unemployment rose 2.6% in 2024 and is projected to increase another 2.3% this year, despite high demand (around 20,000 open positions) for skilled workers; a large skills gap exists, with 61% of unemployed being unskilled while 81% of job openings require skilled labor; foreign wo...
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32% Bias Score
Police Drop Investigation into Boy's Six-Year Disappearance
An 11-year-old boy, Alex Batty, disappeared with his mother to Spain in 2017, defying a court order. Found in France in December 2023, the case was closed due to insufficient evidence for prosecution and lack of family cooperation.
Police Drop Investigation into Boy's Six-Year Disappearance
An 11-year-old boy, Alex Batty, disappeared with his mother to Spain in 2017, defying a court order. Found in France in December 2023, the case was closed due to insufficient evidence for prosecution and lack of family cooperation.
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40% Bias Score
Sabadell Returns to Catalonia Amidst Political Deal
Banco Sabadell announced its return to Catalonia from Alicante, reversing a 2017 move prompted by the region's independence push, as part of a political deal to restore normalcy in the region, with uncertain future implications for Alicante.
Sabadell Returns to Catalonia Amidst Political Deal
Banco Sabadell announced its return to Catalonia from Alicante, reversing a 2017 move prompted by the region's independence push, as part of a political deal to restore normalcy in the region, with uncertain future implications for Alicante.
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40% Bias Score
PSV Clinches Champions League Playoff Spot with Hard-Fought Win
PSV Eindhoven defeated Red Star Belgrade 3-2 in a Champions League match, virtually securing their place in the playoffs despite a second-half red card and a late comeback attempt by Red Star; the victory brings PSV to 11 points.
PSV Clinches Champions League Playoff Spot with Hard-Fought Win
PSV Eindhoven defeated Red Star Belgrade 3-2 in a Champions League match, virtually securing their place in the playoffs despite a second-half red card and a late comeback attempt by Red Star; the victory brings PSV to 11 points.
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44% Bias Score