February 2025
March 2025
Banco Nación Restructured in Argentina's Privatization Drive
Argentina's President Javier Milei's government transformed Banco Nación, the nation's largest bank with $43 billion in assets and 17,000 employees, into a public limited company, aiming for eventual privatization despite union opposition and prior legislative hurdles.
Banco Nación Restructured in Argentina's Privatization Drive
Argentina's President Javier Milei's government transformed Banco Nación, the nation's largest bank with $43 billion in assets and 17,000 employees, into a public limited company, aiming for eventual privatization despite union opposition and prior legislative hurdles.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Turkey's Crackdown on TÜSİAD: Escalation of Authoritarianism
The Turkish government's crackdown on TÜSİAD, a leading business association, resulted in restrictions, signaling an escalation of authoritarianism and suppression of dissent, impacting economic stability and freedom of speech. This unprecedented action follows a pattern of targeting critics.
Turkey's Crackdown on TÜSİAD: Escalation of Authoritarianism
The Turkish government's crackdown on TÜSİAD, a leading business association, resulted in restrictions, signaling an escalation of authoritarianism and suppression of dissent, impacting economic stability and freedom of speech. This unprecedented action follows a pattern of targeting critics.
Progress
64% Bias Score
CPAC Showcases Strengthened Transatlantic Alliance Between MAGA and European Far-Right
The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Maryland, held one month after Donald Trump's return to the White House, featured prominent leaders from European far-right parties such as Vox, the Brexit Party, and Fidesz, strengthening the transatlantic ties of the MAGA movement and showcasi...
CPAC Showcases Strengthened Transatlantic Alliance Between MAGA and European Far-Right
The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Maryland, held one month after Donald Trump's return to the White House, featured prominent leaders from European far-right parties such as Vox, the Brexit Party, and Fidesz, strengthening the transatlantic ties of the MAGA movement and showcasi...
Progress
64% Bias Score
US Pressure on Ukraine's Draft Age Sparks Tensions
The United States is pressuring Ukraine to lower its military draft age to 18, despite widespread opposition from Ukrainians concerned about the loss of a young generation and the country's already shrinking population due to past conflicts. This is causing tensions despite bipartisan support in the...
US Pressure on Ukraine's Draft Age Sparks Tensions
The United States is pressuring Ukraine to lower its military draft age to 18, despite widespread opposition from Ukrainians concerned about the loss of a young generation and the country's already shrinking population due to past conflicts. This is causing tensions despite bipartisan support in the...
Progress
60% Bias Score
Death of Pioneering Malian Filmmaker Souleymane Cissé
Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, known as the "father of African cinema," died at 84; he was the first Sub-Saharan African to win the Cannes Film Festival Jury Prize in 1987 for his film "Yeelen," which is considered by many to be the best African film ever made.
Death of Pioneering Malian Filmmaker Souleymane Cissé
Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, known as the "father of African cinema," died at 84; he was the first Sub-Saharan African to win the Cannes Film Festival Jury Prize in 1987 for his film "Yeelen," which is considered by many to be the best African film ever made.
Progress
36% Bias Score
EU Offers Concessions to US in Bid to Avert Trade War
EU Trade Commissioner Sefcovic and US Trade Representative Lutnick held a four-hour meeting in Washington D.C. to address escalating trade tensions, with Sefcovic proposing tariff reductions on US cars in exchange for reciprocal measures and a postponement of steel and aluminum tariffs.
EU Offers Concessions to US in Bid to Avert Trade War
EU Trade Commissioner Sefcovic and US Trade Representative Lutnick held a four-hour meeting in Washington D.C. to address escalating trade tensions, with Sefcovic proposing tariff reductions on US cars in exchange for reciprocal measures and a postponement of steel and aluminum tariffs.
Progress
44% Bias Score
Turkish Journalist Charged Based on 13-Year-Old Illegal Wiretaps
Journalist Elif Akgül, detained in a Turkish HDK investigation, is charged with offenses related to her 2012 journalistic activities, with illegally obtained wiretaps from that period presented as evidence; her lawyer points to the perpetrators' FETÖ/PDY convictions.
Turkish Journalist Charged Based on 13-Year-Old Illegal Wiretaps
Journalist Elif Akgül, detained in a Turkish HDK investigation, is charged with offenses related to her 2012 journalistic activities, with illegally obtained wiretaps from that period presented as evidence; her lawyer points to the perpetrators' FETÖ/PDY convictions.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Champions League Draw: Potential Blockbusters and Rematches Set Stage for Thrilling Round of 16
The Champions League round of 16 draw, set for Friday in Nyon, will determine key matchups such as Real Madrid vs. (Atlético Madrid or Bayer Leverkusen) and PSG vs. (Barcelona or Liverpool), potentially setting up exciting rematches and influencing the tournament's outcome.
Champions League Draw: Potential Blockbusters and Rematches Set Stage for Thrilling Round of 16
The Champions League round of 16 draw, set for Friday in Nyon, will determine key matchups such as Real Madrid vs. (Atlético Madrid or Bayer Leverkusen) and PSG vs. (Barcelona or Liverpool), potentially setting up exciting rematches and influencing the tournament's outcome.
Progress
52% Bias Score
Yoon's Court Appearance Amidst Resurgent Political Support in South Korea
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, facing charges of attempted coup d'état, appeared in court this week, amidst a surge in support for his party despite ongoing impeachment proceedings and accusations of election fraud spread online.
Yoon's Court Appearance Amidst Resurgent Political Support in South Korea
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, facing charges of attempted coup d'état, appeared in court this week, amidst a surge in support for his party despite ongoing impeachment proceedings and accusations of election fraud spread online.
Progress
60% Bias Score
Macron to Urge Trump on Stronger Stance Against Russia
French President Macron plans to convince President Trump next week that aligning U.S. interests with European allies is crucial for effective negotiation with Russia and maintaining credibility with China and Iran, particularly regarding the Ukraine conflict and Taiwan.
Macron to Urge Trump on Stronger Stance Against Russia
French President Macron plans to convince President Trump next week that aligning U.S. interests with European allies is crucial for effective negotiation with Russia and maintaining credibility with China and Iran, particularly regarding the Ukraine conflict and Taiwan.
Progress
48% Bias Score
US Pressure on Ukraine to Lower Conscription Age Causes Tensions
The United States is pressuring Ukraine to lower its military conscription age to 18, a move opposed by many Ukrainians due to the small size of the 20-24 age group and concerns about the country's future; this action is tied to continued weapon supplies, causing tension between both countries.
US Pressure on Ukraine to Lower Conscription Age Causes Tensions
The United States is pressuring Ukraine to lower its military conscription age to 18, a move opposed by many Ukrainians due to the small size of the 20-24 age group and concerns about the country's future; this action is tied to continued weapon supplies, causing tension between both countries.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Israel Releases Mental Health Protocol for Former Hamas Hostages
The Israeli Health Ministry issued a protocol for treating former Hamas hostages, focusing on identifying and treating post-traumatic stress, gradual reintegration into society, managing media exposure, and personalized recovery plans tailored to individual needs and captivity conditions.
Israel Releases Mental Health Protocol for Former Hamas Hostages
The Israeli Health Ministry issued a protocol for treating former Hamas hostages, focusing on identifying and treating post-traumatic stress, gradual reintegration into society, managing media exposure, and personalized recovery plans tailored to individual needs and captivity conditions.
Progress
24% Bias Score