February 2025
March 2025
Amazon Takes Creative Control of James Bond Franchise
Amazon MGM Studios will assume creative control of the James Bond franchise, with Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli remaining co-owners under a new joint venture; this follows Amazon's US\$8.2 billion acquisition of MGM in 2022, giving Amazon control of the franchise's future productions.
Amazon Takes Creative Control of James Bond Franchise
Amazon MGM Studios will assume creative control of the James Bond franchise, with Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli remaining co-owners under a new joint venture; this follows Amazon's US\$8.2 billion acquisition of MGM in 2022, giving Amazon control of the franchise's future productions.
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44% Bias Score
Hochul Announces Oversight Plan for NYC Mayor Adams Amid Corruption Scandal
Following a corruption scandal involving New York City Mayor Eric Adams and the Trump administration's attempt to drop the case, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a plan to increase oversight of the mayor's office instead of removing him, proposing a new inspector general and increased funding for cit...
Hochul Announces Oversight Plan for NYC Mayor Adams Amid Corruption Scandal
Following a corruption scandal involving New York City Mayor Eric Adams and the Trump administration's attempt to drop the case, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a plan to increase oversight of the mayor's office instead of removing him, proposing a new inspector general and increased funding for cit...
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40% Bias Score
Macron Urges Stronger European Defense Against Russia
French President Macron, in a social media address, announced a new era in European security, urging increased defense spending and a firm stance against Russia while preparing for talks with US President Trump. He emphasized the need for a strong European response to the threat of Russian aggressio...
Macron Urges Stronger European Defense Against Russia
French President Macron, in a social media address, announced a new era in European security, urging increased defense spending and a firm stance against Russia while preparing for talks with US President Trump. He emphasized the need for a strong European response to the threat of Russian aggressio...
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48% Bias Score
Nearly 180 Venezuelan Detainees Transferred to Guantanamo Bay
U.S. authorities have transferred nearly 180 Venezuelan immigrants with final deportation orders to Guantanamo Bay, sparking legal challenges over access to counsel and conditions of confinement; daily flights began February 4th from West Texas.
Nearly 180 Venezuelan Detainees Transferred to Guantanamo Bay
U.S. authorities have transferred nearly 180 Venezuelan immigrants with final deportation orders to Guantanamo Bay, sparking legal challenges over access to counsel and conditions of confinement; daily flights began February 4th from West Texas.
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44% Bias Score
Ontario's Multimillion-Dollar Ad Campaign Targets US Tariffs
Ontario's Progressive Conservative government is spending tens of millions of dollars on a US ad campaign to counter potential tariffs on Canadian goods, airing ads on major networks including Fox News and CNN, which includes sponsoring Sean Hannity's interview with Donald Trump and Elon Musk, despi...
Ontario's Multimillion-Dollar Ad Campaign Targets US Tariffs
Ontario's Progressive Conservative government is spending tens of millions of dollars on a US ad campaign to counter potential tariffs on Canadian goods, airing ads on major networks including Fox News and CNN, which includes sponsoring Sean Hannity's interview with Donald Trump and Elon Musk, despi...
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60% Bias Score
Multiple Explosions in Central Israel, Military Response in West Bank
On February 20, 2025, three bombs exploded near bus stops in central Israel, with two more deactivated; no injuries were reported, and Israel responded by increasing military operations in the West Bank.
Multiple Explosions in Central Israel, Military Response in West Bank
On February 20, 2025, three bombs exploded near bus stops in central Israel, with two more deactivated; no injuries were reported, and Israel responded by increasing military operations in the West Bank.
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44% Bias Score
180 Venezuelan Deportation Orders Transferred to Guantanamo Bay
Nearly 180 Venezuelan immigrants with final deportation orders have been transferred to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, since February 4th, sparking concerns about due process and access to legal counsel, amid a broader Trump administration effort to deport immigrants with exhausted legal appeals.
180 Venezuelan Deportation Orders Transferred to Guantanamo Bay
Nearly 180 Venezuelan immigrants with final deportation orders have been transferred to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, since February 4th, sparking concerns about due process and access to legal counsel, amid a broader Trump administration effort to deport immigrants with exhausted legal appeals.
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44% Bias Score
Conflicting German Election Polls Show Union Bloc Volatility, Left Party Rise
Conflicting polls show Germany's Union bloc fluctuating between 28% and 31% support days before the general election, while the Left party gains momentum with projections between 7% and 9%, creating uncertainty about potential post-election coalitions.
Conflicting German Election Polls Show Union Bloc Volatility, Left Party Rise
Conflicting polls show Germany's Union bloc fluctuating between 28% and 31% support days before the general election, while the Left party gains momentum with projections between 7% and 9%, creating uncertainty about potential post-election coalitions.
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32% Bias Score
Vance Links US Military Aid to German Free Speech
US Vice President J.D. Vance criticized Germany's perceived restrictions on free speech, linking them to the substantial US military presence and financial support for German defense, during a speech at CPAC, raising concerns about the future of the US-German relationship.
Vance Links US Military Aid to German Free Speech
US Vice President J.D. Vance criticized Germany's perceived restrictions on free speech, linking them to the substantial US military presence and financial support for German defense, during a speech at CPAC, raising concerns about the future of the US-German relationship.
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44% Bias Score
Canadian Mortgage Renewals: 2025 Rate Shock and Strategies
The 2025 Canadian mortgage renewal wave, impacting 60 percent of outstanding mortgages by year-end 2026, will see 40 percent of borrowers facing higher interest rates due to the 300-400 basis point increase since 2020 pandemic-era lows, prompting borrowers to shop around six months ahead of their ma...
Canadian Mortgage Renewals: 2025 Rate Shock and Strategies
The 2025 Canadian mortgage renewal wave, impacting 60 percent of outstanding mortgages by year-end 2026, will see 40 percent of borrowers facing higher interest rates due to the 300-400 basis point increase since 2020 pandemic-era lows, prompting borrowers to shop around six months ahead of their ma...
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32% Bias Score
Mediterranean Tanker Explosions Raise Security Fears
Two explosions damaged the Greek-owned oil tanker Seajewel off Savona-Vado, Italy, on Saturday, causing a large hull breach. The incident follows three similar explosions damaging tankers in recent weeks, all of which had recently visited Russian ports, raising security concerns.
Mediterranean Tanker Explosions Raise Security Fears
Two explosions damaged the Greek-owned oil tanker Seajewel off Savona-Vado, Italy, on Saturday, causing a large hull breach. The incident follows three similar explosions damaging tankers in recent weeks, all of which had recently visited Russian ports, raising security concerns.
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40% Bias Score
German Economy Stagnates Amidst Uncertainty and Rising Unemployment
Germany's economy is stagnating due to a combination of factors including political uncertainty, high energy costs, an aging workforce, and increased competition from China, resulting in rising unemployment and factory closures.
German Economy Stagnates Amidst Uncertainty and Rising Unemployment
Germany's economy is stagnating due to a combination of factors including political uncertainty, high energy costs, an aging workforce, and increased competition from China, resulting in rising unemployment and factory closures.
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28% Bias Score