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faz.net
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Hessian Minister Battles German Bureaucracy with Data and a Call for Trust

Hessian Minister Manfred Pentz is tackling Germany's bureaucratic overload by focusing on data-driven decision-making, challenging excessive regulations, and advocating for a culture of trust; recent successes include halting mandatory insurance for ride-on lawnmowers and simplifying car modificatio...

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
sueddeutsche.de
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Large Protest Against AfD Rally in Germany

Approximately 9,000 people protested an AfD rally in Neu-Isenburg, Germany, on Saturday, resulting in minor clashes with police who used pepper spray and batons; further protests are planned in Kassel and Gelnhausen on Sunday.

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36% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
dailymail.co.uk
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Electoral Commission Probes Labour Over Potential EU Funding

The UK Electoral Commission is investigating claims that the Labour Party received indirect funding from the EU via a joint conference and publication with the Fabian Society, following a 30,000 GBP fine against the EU-funded FEPS think tank for this collaboration.

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
theguardian.com
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Hujar's "Eyes Open in the Dark": A Retrospective

The Raven Row gallery in east London currently hosts "Eyes Open in the Dark," an exhibition showcasing the diverse photographic work of Peter Hujar, highlighting his portraits of celebrities and friends from New York's 1970s gay scene, alongside images reflecting the AIDS epidemic's impact on the ar...

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44% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
nytimes.com
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Cavaliers Face Critical Trade Deadline Decision: Luxury Tax or Roster Moves

Facing a crucial NBA trade deadline decision, the Cleveland Cavaliers must choose between remaining above the luxury tax, incurring significant future penalties, or reducing payroll to avoid repeat-offender status and receive a payout, potentially necessitating difficult roster moves.

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
nos.nl
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Papua New Guinea Skulls Undergo X-Ray Scans in Netherlands

X-ray scans of five Papua New Guinea skulls at the Mission Museum in Steyl, Netherlands, are yielding promising results for the museum's repatriation efforts, though local beliefs about the skulls could complicate the process.

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36% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
sueddeutsche.de
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Munich Unions Demand Wage Increases, Threaten Strikes

Labor unions in Munich, including Verdi, EVG, IG Metall, and NGG, are demanding significant wage increases and improved benefits across various sectors, with potential strikes planned for February and March due to high inflation and affordability challenges.

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40% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
zeit.de
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Porsche Seeks Departure of CFO and Sales Director Amidst Declining Sales

Porsche is seeking the departure of CFO Lutz Meschke and Sales Director Detlev von Platen due to criticism of their handling of the company's declining sales and weak stock price, particularly in the Chinese market; the company's global vehicle deliveries fell by 3% in 2024, with a significant 28% d...

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44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
theguardian.com
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From Saturday School to Self-Expression: A Childhood Defined by Resistance

The author recounts their childhood experiences with Saturday schools for Black children facing educational inequalities in 1970s Britain, their politically active neighbour, and their subsequent artistic pursuit as an act of personal resistance, culminating in participation in student loan protests...

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education
elmundo.es
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PSPV-PSOE Faces Internal Power Struggle After Congress

Diana Morant, leader of the Valencian Socialist Party (PSPV-PSOE), has faced internal challenges after excluding two provincial leaders from her new executive committee, leading to upcoming primaries on March 2nd where Carlos Fernández Bielsa will contest the Valencia provincial leadership against R...

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52% Bias Score

Gender Equality
kathimerini.gr
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4.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Santorini; Precautionary Measures Implemented

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit near Santorini on February 2, 2025, followed by other significant tremors, prompting precautionary school closures and gathering restrictions due to the potential for stronger earthquakes and tsunamis.

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36% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
nrc.nl
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Oreo's Ownership: A Case Study of Modern Capitalism's Flaws

The enduring popularity of the Oreo cookie, unchanged since its 1912 debut, belies its complex ownership history, illustrating how modern capitalism prioritizes short-term financial transactions over long-term value creation and stakeholder interests, ultimately benefiting primarily financial actors...

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40% Bias Score

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