February 2025
March 2025
Judge on Trial for Wife's Murder: Accidental Discharge or Intentional Act?
Orange County Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Ferguson is on trial for the murder of his wife, Sheryl, after shooting her in August 2023 following an argument; his lawyer claims it was accidental, but prosecutors presented evidence suggesting intent.
Judge on Trial for Wife's Murder: Accidental Discharge or Intentional Act?
Orange County Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Ferguson is on trial for the murder of his wife, Sheryl, after shooting her in August 2023 following an argument; his lawyer claims it was accidental, but prosecutors presented evidence suggesting intent.
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32% Bias Score
Russia Offers US Economic Cooperation Amid Ukraine War Talks
Russia offered the US economic cooperation, focusing on energy and rare earth minerals, following President Trump's statements about ending the Ukraine war and economic deals with Russia, with Russia highlighting its substantial rare earth reserves, including in Russian-occupied Ukraine.
Russia Offers US Economic Cooperation Amid Ukraine War Talks
Russia offered the US economic cooperation, focusing on energy and rare earth minerals, following President Trump's statements about ending the Ukraine war and economic deals with Russia, with Russia highlighting its substantial rare earth reserves, including in Russian-occupied Ukraine.
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52% Bias Score
Musk's Email Sparks Chaos, Contradictory Guidance Among Federal Workers
Elon Musk's weekend email demanding federal employees explain their work or risk losing their jobs caused widespread confusion and conflicting guidance on Monday, with some agencies complying while others refused, leading to significant disruption and uncertainty among workers.
Musk's Email Sparks Chaos, Contradictory Guidance Among Federal Workers
Elon Musk's weekend email demanding federal employees explain their work or risk losing their jobs caused widespread confusion and conflicting guidance on Monday, with some agencies complying while others refused, leading to significant disruption and uncertainty among workers.
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48% Bias Score
Macron's Washington Trip Highlights Active Diplomacy Amid Ukraine Crisis
French President Macron's recent trip to Washington aimed to counter the US-Russia dynamic over Ukraine, showcasing active diplomacy amid internal French political inaction and low approval ratings; public opinion supports continued Ukraine aid even with potential US withdrawal.
Macron's Washington Trip Highlights Active Diplomacy Amid Ukraine Crisis
French President Macron's recent trip to Washington aimed to counter the US-Russia dynamic over Ukraine, showcasing active diplomacy amid internal French political inaction and low approval ratings; public opinion supports continued Ukraine aid even with potential US withdrawal.
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52% Bias Score
U.S.-Ukraine Mineral Deal Nears Completion Amidst Unresolved Security Concerns
Ukraine and the U.S. are finalizing a deal granting the U.S. access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals, crucial for various technologies. The deal, initially proposed by President Zelenskyy, aims to secure U.S. support against Russia, but security guarantees remain unconfirmed.
U.S.-Ukraine Mineral Deal Nears Completion Amidst Unresolved Security Concerns
Ukraine and the U.S. are finalizing a deal granting the U.S. access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals, crucial for various technologies. The deal, initially proposed by President Zelenskyy, aims to secure U.S. support against Russia, but security guarantees remain unconfirmed.
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36% Bias Score
Transgender Oscar Nominee to Attend Academy Awards Amidst Controversy
Despite a social media controversy involving resurfaced offensive comments, Karla Sofía Gascón, the first openly transgender Oscar nominee in an acting category, will attend the Academy Awards; Netflix, following standard practice for studios, is covering her expenses; her presence comes despite the...
Transgender Oscar Nominee to Attend Academy Awards Amidst Controversy
Despite a social media controversy involving resurfaced offensive comments, Karla Sofía Gascón, the first openly transgender Oscar nominee in an acting category, will attend the Academy Awards; Netflix, following standard practice for studios, is covering her expenses; her presence comes despite the...
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52% Bias Score
Chinese Military Drills Force Rerouting of 49 Flights
Last week, Chinese military drills near Australia forced 49 commercial flights to reroute after a commercial aircraft intercepted a Chinese military message with no prior warning; the Chinese military conducted the drills in international waters, according to Australian officials.
Chinese Military Drills Force Rerouting of 49 Flights
Last week, Chinese military drills near Australia forced 49 commercial flights to reroute after a commercial aircraft intercepted a Chinese military message with no prior warning; the Chinese military conducted the drills in international waters, according to Australian officials.
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40% Bias Score
Scottish Priest's Cold War Battle Over Rocket Range
In 1955, the UK government established a guided missile testing range on South Uist, Scotland, prompting fierce opposition from local priest Fr. John Morrison, who fought for the preservation of the islanders' way of life and secured concessions from the government regarding land use and operational...
Scottish Priest's Cold War Battle Over Rocket Range
In 1955, the UK government established a guided missile testing range on South Uist, Scotland, prompting fierce opposition from local priest Fr. John Morrison, who fought for the preservation of the islanders' way of life and secured concessions from the government regarding land use and operational...
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60% Bias Score
Macron and Trump Differ on Ukraine Peace Strategy
French President Macron and US President Trump met to discuss the war in Ukraine, agreeing on the need for peace but disagreeing on the approach; Macron emphasized security guarantees and verification, while Trump focused on deal-making and expressed optimism for a swift resolution.
Macron and Trump Differ on Ukraine Peace Strategy
French President Macron and US President Trump met to discuss the war in Ukraine, agreeing on the need for peace but disagreeing on the approach; Macron emphasized security guarantees and verification, while Trump focused on deal-making and expressed optimism for a swift resolution.
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36% Bias Score
EU's Self-Reliant Security Response to Ukraine Amidst US-Russia Talks
Facing exclusion from US-Russia talks on Ukraine, the EU provides €135 billion in aid, exceeding US contributions, but internal divisions threaten its united front, particularly regarding future military support; Hungary opposes further aid, potentially vetoing future proposals.
EU's Self-Reliant Security Response to Ukraine Amidst US-Russia Talks
Facing exclusion from US-Russia talks on Ukraine, the EU provides €135 billion in aid, exceeding US contributions, but internal divisions threaten its united front, particularly regarding future military support; Hungary opposes further aid, potentially vetoing future proposals.
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48% Bias Score
Judge Rejects AP's Bid for White House Access
A US federal judge temporarily denied Associated Press's request to regain full access to the White House after being barred for refusing to use the administration's new name for the Gulf of Mexico, while acknowledging potential free speech concerns and scheduling a hearing for March 20.
Judge Rejects AP's Bid for White House Access
A US federal judge temporarily denied Associated Press's request to regain full access to the White House after being barred for refusing to use the administration's new name for the Gulf of Mexico, while acknowledging potential free speech concerns and scheduling a hearing for March 20.
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52% Bias Score
Singer Roberta Flack Dies at 88
Grammy-winning singer Roberta Flack died Monday at age 88 at her home, surrounded by family, after a long career marked by iconic romantic songs and outspoken social activism.
Singer Roberta Flack Dies at 88
Grammy-winning singer Roberta Flack died Monday at age 88 at her home, surrounded by family, after a long career marked by iconic romantic songs and outspoken social activism.
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20% Bias Score