February 2025
March 2025
Former Inspectors General Sue Trump Administration Over Unlawful Dismissals
Eight former federal inspectors general, overseeing $5 trillion and 80% of the federal workforce, sued the Trump administration, claiming their dismissal was unlawful and violated the IG Act, impacting government transparency and accountability.
Former Inspectors General Sue Trump Administration Over Unlawful Dismissals
Eight former federal inspectors general, overseeing $5 trillion and 80% of the federal workforce, sued the Trump administration, claiming their dismissal was unlawful and violated the IG Act, impacting government transparency and accountability.
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48% Bias Score
Musk's Inexperienced Team Gains Access to Sensitive US Federal Systems
Elon Musk's team of young engineers, some with controversial online histories and limited experience, has gained access to sensitive US federal systems, raising significant security and management concerns.
Musk's Inexperienced Team Gains Access to Sensitive US Federal Systems
Elon Musk's team of young engineers, some with controversial online histories and limited experience, has gained access to sensitive US federal systems, raising significant security and management concerns.
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84% Bias Score
DEM Party Awaits Öcalan's Message, Plans Iraqi Kurdistan Meetings
The DEM party convened to discuss PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan's anticipated "historic message," with a delegation planning meetings in Iraqi Kurdistan (Feb 16-17) before a third meeting request with Öcalan to brief him on recent political developments and the potential message; the location and condi...
DEM Party Awaits Öcalan's Message, Plans Iraqi Kurdistan Meetings
The DEM party convened to discuss PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan's anticipated "historic message," with a delegation planning meetings in Iraqi Kurdistan (Feb 16-17) before a third meeting request with Öcalan to brief him on recent political developments and the potential message; the location and condi...
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44% Bias Score
Huelva's Industrial Pollution Linked to Elevated Heavy Metal Levels in Residents
A study of toenails from 55 Huelva residents reveals significantly higher levels of heavy metals, directly linking industrial pollution near phosphogypsum ponds and chemical plants to elevated health risks, evidenced by higher mortality rates from heart disease and cancer compared to national averag...
Huelva's Industrial Pollution Linked to Elevated Heavy Metal Levels in Residents
A study of toenails from 55 Huelva residents reveals significantly higher levels of heavy metals, directly linking industrial pollution near phosphogypsum ponds and chemical plants to elevated health risks, evidenced by higher mortality rates from heart disease and cancer compared to national averag...
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52% Bias Score
Spanish Congress Urges Government to Extend Nuclear Power Plant Lifespans
The Spanish Congress narrowly approved a non-binding motion urging the government to extend the lifespan of its nuclear power plants, passing 171 to 169 with key abstentions from Junts and ERC, prompting debate over economic and social impacts of planned closures between 2027 and 2035.
Spanish Congress Urges Government to Extend Nuclear Power Plant Lifespans
The Spanish Congress narrowly approved a non-binding motion urging the government to extend the lifespan of its nuclear power plants, passing 171 to 169 with key abstentions from Junts and ERC, prompting debate over economic and social impacts of planned closures between 2027 and 2035.
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52% Bias Score
Oil Prices Plunge After Trump-Putin Peace Talks
Following a phone call between Presidents Trump and Putin about Ukraine peace negotiations, oil prices fell sharply on Wednesday: Brent crude dropped 2.36% to $75.18 per barrel, and West Texas Intermediate fell 2.7%, trading above $71, due to reduced supply risk expectations.
Oil Prices Plunge After Trump-Putin Peace Talks
Following a phone call between Presidents Trump and Putin about Ukraine peace negotiations, oil prices fell sharply on Wednesday: Brent crude dropped 2.36% to $75.18 per barrel, and West Texas Intermediate fell 2.7%, trading above $71, due to reduced supply risk expectations.
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36% Bias Score
Malcolm X's Smethwick Visit: A Catalyst for British Race Relations
Malcolm X's 1965 visit to Smethwick, UK, exposed systemic racism, connecting the US civil rights movement with British anti-racist efforts, and contributing to the passage of the 1965 Race Relations Act; a mural commemorating the event will be unveiled.
Malcolm X's Smethwick Visit: A Catalyst for British Race Relations
Malcolm X's 1965 visit to Smethwick, UK, exposed systemic racism, connecting the US civil rights movement with British anti-racist efforts, and contributing to the passage of the 1965 Race Relations Act; a mural commemorating the event will be unveiled.
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48% Bias Score
Rio Carnival Costume Factory Fire Injures Workers, Two Weeks Before Event
A fire at a Rio de Janeiro costume factory injured at least ten workers seriously, impacting four samba schools participating in the Carnival parade; the factory lacked safety measures.
Rio Carnival Costume Factory Fire Injures Workers, Two Weeks Before Event
A fire at a Rio de Janeiro costume factory injured at least ten workers seriously, impacting four samba schools participating in the Carnival parade; the factory lacked safety measures.
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56% Bias Score
Petro Advisor Implicated in Alleged Drug Trafficker Donation
Catalan advisor Xavier Vendrell, working for Colombian President Gustavo Petro, allegedly received a 500 million peso donation from suspected drug trafficker "Papá Pitufo" for Petro's campaign; the money was later returned after discovery of its origin, sparking controversy and internal government t...
Petro Advisor Implicated in Alleged Drug Trafficker Donation
Catalan advisor Xavier Vendrell, working for Colombian President Gustavo Petro, allegedly received a 500 million peso donation from suspected drug trafficker "Papá Pitufo" for Petro's campaign; the money was later returned after discovery of its origin, sparking controversy and internal government t...
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60% Bias Score
Russia's Military Spending Exceeds Europe's, Underscoring Regional Imbalance
The IISS's Military Balance 2025 report reveals that Russia's 2023 defense spending of \$462 billion surpassed that of Europe (EU+UK) by \$5 billion, highlighting a significant military imbalance despite Europe's increased defense budget. The report also details military losses in Ukraine and Russia...
Russia's Military Spending Exceeds Europe's, Underscoring Regional Imbalance
The IISS's Military Balance 2025 report reveals that Russia's 2023 defense spending of \$462 billion surpassed that of Europe (EU+UK) by \$5 billion, highlighting a significant military imbalance despite Europe's increased defense budget. The report also details military losses in Ukraine and Russia...
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40% Bias Score
X Hate Speech Surges 50% Since Musk Takeover
A study reveals a 50% increase in hate speech on X since Elon Musk's takeover in October 2022, with hateful messages receiving 70% more likes; this contrasts with Musk's claims and raises concerns about the platform's role in shaping public attitudes.
X Hate Speech Surges 50% Since Musk Takeover
A study reveals a 50% increase in hate speech on X since Elon Musk's takeover in October 2022, with hateful messages receiving 70% more likes; this contrasts with Musk's claims and raises concerns about the platform's role in shaping public attitudes.
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36% Bias Score
Mexico Launches Diplomatic Offensive Against US Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
Mexico is launching a diplomatic offensive to prevent U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum, emphasizing the U.S.'s trade surplus in the sector and the potential harm to the USMCA; high-level meetings and a letter to the U.S. president are planned before considering retaliatory measures.
Mexico Launches Diplomatic Offensive Against US Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
Mexico is launching a diplomatic offensive to prevent U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum, emphasizing the U.S.'s trade surplus in the sector and the potential harm to the USMCA; high-level meetings and a letter to the U.S. president are planned before considering retaliatory measures.
Progress
48% Bias Score