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t24.com.tr
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Turkey's Repressive "Inclusive" System

Turkey's "Tek adamlı başkanlık sistemi," despite claims of inclusivity, has led to widespread repression and violence against political opponents, workers, and even ordinary citizens, with examples ranging from the detention of labor leaders to the killing of children and the persecution of those pr...

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64% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
elpais.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Arab Leaders Unite to Counter Trump's Gaza Plan

Arab Gulf leaders, Egypt, and Jordan met in Riyadh to formulate a Gaza reconstruction plan opposing President Trump's proposal to seize the territory and expel its population, aiming for a formal announcement at a Cairo summit in March; a UN study estimates $53 billion is needed for the reconstructi...

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44% Bias Score

No Poverty
elpais.com
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Icetex Eliminates Student Loan Subsidies, Sparking Educational Access Concerns in Colombia

The Colombian government's elimination of interest rate subsidies on Icetex student loans, due to fiscal constraints, will impact approximately 300,000 students and graduates, increasing loan costs by 12.2% to 17.2% annually and contradicting President Petro's campaign promises.

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52% Bias Score

Quality Education
nos.nl
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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South Sudan Schools Close Amidst Extreme Heatwave

South Sudan closes schools for two weeks due to a heatwave causing an average of twelve student fainting daily in Juba; the government advises citizens to stay indoors, while an organization criticizes the government's handling of the situation and calls for improvements to school infrastructure and...

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44% Bias Score

Quality Education
nos.nl
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Global Backlash Against Chinese Online Shops

Facing growing global resistance to their business model, Chinese online shops are adapting by exploring new markets, lowering prices and increasing production, as countries like Indonesia and Vietnam ban them and the EU plans to eliminate tax exemptions for small shipments from China.

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40% Bias Score

Responsible Consumption and Production
jpost.com
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16 Arab Israelis Murdered Amidst Government Inaction on Violent Crime

During the first three weeks of February 2024, 16 Arab Israelis were murdered, exposing the state's failure to control violent crime in Arab society, despite previous successes when it was treated as a national priority; this failure is exacerbated by socioeconomic factors and governmental inaction.

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
english.elpais.com
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Democratization of Luxury: The Hermès Birkin and the Rise of Post-Opulence

Walmart's $100 replica of the Hermès Birkin bag has sparked a cultural shift away from status symbols based on material wealth, with the ultra-rich now prioritizing experiences and personal well-being over possessions.

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32% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
t24.com.tr
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Oostende Exiles: A Haven from Nazi Persecution

In 1936 Oostende, Belgium, became a haven for exiled German writers fleeing Nazi persecution, including Stefan Zweig and Joseph Roth, who found solace and community amidst fear and uncertainty, documenting their experiences and the political climate.

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
nos.nl
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Trump's Russia Policy: Unprecedented Appeasement, NATO Concerns

The Trump administration's policy shift towards Russia involves labeling Zelensky a dictator, suggesting Ukraine cede occupied territories, and proposing European countries independently enforce ceasefires; experts express concerns about this unprecedented appeasement of Russia at the expense of NAT...

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
nos.nl
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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US Interference and Russia's Threat Shape German Election

Growing US interference in German politics, alongside rising Russian threats, is prompting a debate on Germany's future role in Europe. This is the central theme of the upcoming German elections.

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
jpost.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Columbia University Faces Deportation Threat for Pro-Palestinian Students

A proposed executive order threatens to deport pro-Palestinian students at Columbia University for attending protests, sparking an op-ed by Israeli and Palestinian students condemning the measure and calling for the university's protection. The order, part of President Trump's January 29 executive o...

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
forbes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Amazon's Third-Party Sellers Drive \$156.1 Billion Revenue in 2024

In 2024, Amazon's third-party sellers generated \$156.1 billion in revenue, accounting for 24.48% of Amazon's total revenue; this growth is fueled by the FBA model, with Greywolfe Investing helping small businesses leverage this opportunity for significant profit.

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56% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth