February 2025
March 2025
Evidence of Ancient Ocean on Mars Discovered by Zhurong Rover
Data from China's Zhurong rover reveals evidence of a large, ice-free ocean on Mars 3.6 billion years ago, based on subsurface rock layer analysis showing beach-like formations in Utopia Planitia, supporting the hypothesis of a warmer, wetter Martian past.
Evidence of Ancient Ocean on Mars Discovered by Zhurong Rover
Data from China's Zhurong rover reveals evidence of a large, ice-free ocean on Mars 3.6 billion years ago, based on subsurface rock layer analysis showing beach-like formations in Utopia Planitia, supporting the hypothesis of a warmer, wetter Martian past.
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36% Bias Score
HTS Overthrows Assad: Uncertain Future for Syria
In December 2024, the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group unexpectedly overthrew Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, leading to Assad's escape and the HTS's control of Damascus; this event marks the beginning of a new, yet uncertain, chapter for Syria, as Huda Khayti, a Syrian woman, returned to her des...
HTS Overthrows Assad: Uncertain Future for Syria
In December 2024, the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group unexpectedly overthrew Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, leading to Assad's escape and the HTS's control of Damascus; this event marks the beginning of a new, yet uncertain, chapter for Syria, as Huda Khayti, a Syrian woman, returned to her des...
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52% Bias Score
Iran boosts state media budget amid economic crisis and declining public trust
Iran's IRIB state broadcaster receives a 50% budget increase, exceeding the combined budgets of ten ministries, despite a decline in public trust (12.5% trust IRIB news) and economic crisis, reflecting the government's attempt to counter independent media.
Iran boosts state media budget amid economic crisis and declining public trust
Iran's IRIB state broadcaster receives a 50% budget increase, exceeding the combined budgets of ten ministries, despite a decline in public trust (12.5% trust IRIB news) and economic crisis, reflecting the government's attempt to counter independent media.
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52% Bias Score
Trial Begins for Four Men Accused of Being Hamas Operatives in Berlin"
A Berlin court began the trial of four men accused of being Hamas operatives, facing charges related to weapons possession and attempted arms acquisition; the trial is expected to last until December, involving over 50 witnesses and focusing on alleged links to the Qassam Brigades and potential atta...
Trial Begins for Four Men Accused of Being Hamas Operatives in Berlin"
A Berlin court began the trial of four men accused of being Hamas operatives, facing charges related to weapons possession and attempted arms acquisition; the trial is expected to last until December, involving over 50 witnesses and focusing on alleged links to the Qassam Brigades and potential atta...
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44% Bias Score
White House Assumes Control of Press Pool, Sparking Concerns Over Press Freedom
The White House announced it will now control access to its press pool, ending the White House Correspondents' Association's role, which it claims will increase access for new outlets and conservative voices, while critics fear it undermines press independence.
White House Assumes Control of Press Pool, Sparking Concerns Over Press Freedom
The White House announced it will now control access to its press pool, ending the White House Correspondents' Association's role, which it claims will increase access for new outlets and conservative voices, while critics fear it undermines press independence.
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60% Bias Score
BBC Inquiry Reveals Systemic Failures in Handling Tim Westwood Sexual Misconduct Allegations
An independent inquiry into Tim Westwood's conduct at the BBC, published Tuesday, details multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and predatory behavior, including incidents involving underage girls, highlighting systemic failures within the BBC to address complaints effectively.
BBC Inquiry Reveals Systemic Failures in Handling Tim Westwood Sexual Misconduct Allegations
An independent inquiry into Tim Westwood's conduct at the BBC, published Tuesday, details multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and predatory behavior, including incidents involving underage girls, highlighting systemic failures within the BBC to address complaints effectively.
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36% Bias Score
German Coalition Talks: SPD Vote Delays Merz's Government Formation Plan
Following Germany's election, CDU/CSU's Merz seeks rapid coalition talks with SPD focusing on foreign policy, immigration, and economy; SPD's internal vote, expected to last two weeks, could delay the process, causing potential political instability.
German Coalition Talks: SPD Vote Delays Merz's Government Formation Plan
Following Germany's election, CDU/CSU's Merz seeks rapid coalition talks with SPD focusing on foreign policy, immigration, and economy; SPD's internal vote, expected to last two weeks, could delay the process, causing potential political instability.
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36% Bias Score
Merz's Win in German Elections: International Hope and Concerns about AfD's Rise
Friedrich Merz's victory in the German elections has sparked international reactions, with concerns raised about the strong showing of the far-right AfD party, highlighting the need for effective governance to prevent a potential shift in German politics.
Merz's Win in German Elections: International Hope and Concerns about AfD's Rise
Friedrich Merz's victory in the German elections has sparked international reactions, with concerns raised about the strong showing of the far-right AfD party, highlighting the need for effective governance to prevent a potential shift in German politics.
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56% Bias Score
DR Congo Violence: ICC Investigation Amidst Regional Crisis
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan arrived in DR Congo on Tuesday to investigate violence in the east, where M23 rebels backed by Rwanda have seized two major cities, causing over 7,000 deaths since January, prompting the UK to suspend aid to Rwanda and the appointment of ex-African leaders to mediate a ceas...
DR Congo Violence: ICC Investigation Amidst Regional Crisis
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan arrived in DR Congo on Tuesday to investigate violence in the east, where M23 rebels backed by Rwanda have seized two major cities, causing over 7,000 deaths since January, prompting the UK to suspend aid to Rwanda and the appointment of ex-African leaders to mediate a ceas...
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44% Bias Score
Merz and Scholz Begin Talks on German Grand Coalition
Following Germany's general elections on Sunday, conservative leader Friedrich Merz and acting Chancellor Olaf Scholz began talks for a grand coalition on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025, with Merz prioritizing foreign policy, migration, and the economy.
Merz and Scholz Begin Talks on German Grand Coalition
Following Germany's general elections on Sunday, conservative leader Friedrich Merz and acting Chancellor Olaf Scholz began talks for a grand coalition on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025, with Merz prioritizing foreign policy, migration, and the economy.
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40% Bias Score
Germany Races to Secure €200bn Defence Fund Before Parliament Dissolution
Germany's incoming government is racing against time to secure parliamentary approval for a new €200bn defence fund before the current parliament dissolves in March, aiming to boost military spending amidst geopolitical concerns and pressure from the US, despite potential opposition from far-left an...
Germany Races to Secure €200bn Defence Fund Before Parliament Dissolution
Germany's incoming government is racing against time to secure parliamentary approval for a new €200bn defence fund before the current parliament dissolves in March, aiming to boost military spending amidst geopolitical concerns and pressure from the US, despite potential opposition from far-left an...
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44% Bias Score
Plummeting Consumer Confidence Triggers US Market Downturn
American consumer confidence fell sharply in February to 98.3, the lowest in over four years, driven by inflation concerns, trade war fears, and the new administration's policies; this drop caused significant stock market declines and raised recessionary concerns.
Plummeting Consumer Confidence Triggers US Market Downturn
American consumer confidence fell sharply in February to 98.3, the lowest in over four years, driven by inflation concerns, trade war fears, and the new administration's policies; this drop caused significant stock market declines and raised recessionary concerns.
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52% Bias Score