March 2025
April 2025
Greenchoice Sets Low Feed-in Tariff for Solar Power Post-2027
Greenchoice announced a 0.25-cent per kWh feed-in tariff for solar power, effective 2027, when the Dutch government eliminates the net metering system, significantly impacting consumer returns on solar panel investments and potentially reducing future installations due to longer payback periods.
Greenchoice Sets Low Feed-in Tariff for Solar Power Post-2027
Greenchoice announced a 0.25-cent per kWh feed-in tariff for solar power, effective 2027, when the Dutch government eliminates the net metering system, significantly impacting consumer returns on solar panel investments and potentially reducing future installations due to longer payback periods.
Progress
36% Bias Score
Novocherkassk Honors Twin Brothers Who Died Saving Comrades in Military Operation
In Novocherkassk, Russia, a square was named and a memorial plaque unveiled to honor twin brothers Alexey and Anton Vorobyev, who died heroically saving fellow soldiers in the military operation; both received the Order of Courage.
Novocherkassk Honors Twin Brothers Who Died Saving Comrades in Military Operation
In Novocherkassk, Russia, a square was named and a memorial plaque unveiled to honor twin brothers Alexey and Anton Vorobyev, who died heroically saving fellow soldiers in the military operation; both received the Order of Courage.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Gansu's Rural Tourism Booms, Exceeding Pre-Pandemic Levels
In 2024, Gansu province's rural tourism attracted 176 million visitors, generating 55.3 billion yuan ($7.64 billion) in revenue, exceeding pre-pandemic levels significantly and showcasing the success of its rural revitalization strategy focused on ecological protection along the Yellow River Basin.
Gansu's Rural Tourism Booms, Exceeding Pre-Pandemic Levels
In 2024, Gansu province's rural tourism attracted 176 million visitors, generating 55.3 billion yuan ($7.64 billion) in revenue, exceeding pre-pandemic levels significantly and showcasing the success of its rural revitalization strategy focused on ecological protection along the Yellow River Basin.
Progress
44% Bias Score
China and Laos Strengthen Security Cooperation
China and Laos signed a memorandum of understanding on Thursday in Beijing to enhance cooperation on the Global Security Initiative, focusing on infrastructure development, digital economy, and combating cross-border crimes, aiming to build a closer community.
China and Laos Strengthen Security Cooperation
China and Laos signed a memorandum of understanding on Thursday in Beijing to enhance cooperation on the Global Security Initiative, focusing on infrastructure development, digital economy, and combating cross-border crimes, aiming to build a closer community.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Zimbabwe's Tobacco Output Projected to Rise, Boosting Economy
Zimbabwe's tobacco auction season opened on March 5th, with an expected output of 280 million kg, up from 240 million kg last year, driven by favorable rainfall and expanded planting to 125,000 hectares. Farmers anticipate higher prices, emphasizing tobacco's crucial role in household incomes and Zi...
Zimbabwe's Tobacco Output Projected to Rise, Boosting Economy
Zimbabwe's tobacco auction season opened on March 5th, with an expected output of 280 million kg, up from 240 million kg last year, driven by favorable rainfall and expanded planting to 125,000 hectares. Farmers anticipate higher prices, emphasizing tobacco's crucial role in household incomes and Zi...
Progress
64% Bias Score
Hearing Adjourned After GOP Lawmaker Misgenders Transgender Representative
During a House Foreign Affairs subcommittee hearing, Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas) repeatedly misgendered Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Delaware), a transgender woman, leading to the hearing's abrupt adjournment after Rep. Bill Keating (D-Mass.) intervened.
Hearing Adjourned After GOP Lawmaker Misgenders Transgender Representative
During a House Foreign Affairs subcommittee hearing, Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas) repeatedly misgendered Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Delaware), a transgender woman, leading to the hearing's abrupt adjournment after Rep. Bill Keating (D-Mass.) intervened.
Progress
56% Bias Score
900+ Sue Schiphol for Airport Noise-Related Health Issues
Over 900 people sued Schiphol Airport and the Dutch state on Wednesday for health issues caused by excessive nighttime noise, claiming years of sleep disruption resulting in physical and psychological harm; the case highlights the inadequacy of previous noise reduction measures.
900+ Sue Schiphol for Airport Noise-Related Health Issues
Over 900 people sued Schiphol Airport and the Dutch state on Wednesday for health issues caused by excessive nighttime noise, claiming years of sleep disruption resulting in physical and psychological harm; the case highlights the inadequacy of previous noise reduction measures.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Liaoning Leverages AI to Modernize its Industries
Liaoning province, a traditional industrial center in Northeast China, is using AI to modernize its industries, evidenced by recent breakthroughs like the J-35A stealth fighter and an 8-meter-diameter main bearing for mega shield machines, contributing to China's technological advancement.
Liaoning Leverages AI to Modernize its Industries
Liaoning province, a traditional industrial center in Northeast China, is using AI to modernize its industries, evidenced by recent breakthroughs like the J-35A stealth fighter and an 8-meter-diameter main bearing for mega shield machines, contributing to China's technological advancement.
Progress
60% Bias Score
Victoria to Cap Parking Near Suburban Rail Loop Stations
The Victorian government plans to create "car-lite" zones around Suburban Rail Loop stations in six suburbs by 2041, limiting parking spaces in new developments and potentially repurposing existing car parks, aiming to reduce car ownership and encourage public transport use by 17,500 fewer car space...
Victoria to Cap Parking Near Suburban Rail Loop Stations
The Victorian government plans to create "car-lite" zones around Suburban Rail Loop stations in six suburbs by 2041, limiting parking spaces in new developments and potentially repurposing existing car parks, aiming to reduce car ownership and encourage public transport use by 17,500 fewer car space...
Progress
48% Bias Score
China Seeks to Expand Global Reach of Performing Arts
Members of the CPPCC are discussing ways to better introduce Chinese stage performances to foreign audiences, using subtitles and advanced technology like AI and 3D to overcome language barriers, as exemplified by the upcoming international premiere of "White Snake" at Lincoln Center in New York.
China Seeks to Expand Global Reach of Performing Arts
Members of the CPPCC are discussing ways to better introduce Chinese stage performances to foreign audiences, using subtitles and advanced technology like AI and 3D to overcome language barriers, as exemplified by the upcoming international premiere of "White Snake" at Lincoln Center in New York.
Progress
24% Bias Score
Six American Prisoners Released From Kuwaiti Jails
Six American prisoners, including veterans and military contractors jailed in Kuwait for years on drug-related charges, were released Wednesday in a move seen as a goodwill gesture between the two allies, following a recent visit by a U.S. hostage envoy.
Six American Prisoners Released From Kuwaiti Jails
Six American prisoners, including veterans and military contractors jailed in Kuwait for years on drug-related charges, were released Wednesday in a move seen as a goodwill gesture between the two allies, following a recent visit by a U.S. hostage envoy.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Enduring Appeal of Hird & Brooks's Scandi-Style Cabins
Welsh architects John Hird and Graham Brooks designed numerous prefabricated timber cabins across the UK from the 1970s-80s, drawing inspiration from Danish summerhouses and reflecting broader societal shifts towards nature-focused living; many remain in use today.
Enduring Appeal of Hird & Brooks's Scandi-Style Cabins
Welsh architects John Hird and Graham Brooks designed numerous prefabricated timber cabins across the UK from the 1970s-80s, drawing inspiration from Danish summerhouses and reflecting broader societal shifts towards nature-focused living; many remain in use today.
Progress
24% Bias Score