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EU Sanctions on Russia: Targeting Shadow Fleet, Preparing 18th Package
The EU approved its 17th sanctions package against Russia on May 20th, targeting the "shadow fleet" of tankers used to bypass G7 sanctions and adding nearly 200 vessels, 75 entities, and individuals to the sanctions list. The US initially considered, but then abandoned, major sanctions on countries ...
EU Sanctions on Russia: Targeting Shadow Fleet, Preparing 18th Package
The EU approved its 17th sanctions package against Russia on May 20th, targeting the "shadow fleet" of tankers used to bypass G7 sanctions and adding nearly 200 vessels, 75 entities, and individuals to the sanctions list. The US initially considered, but then abandoned, major sanctions on countries ...
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44% Bias Score
Qatar Gifts Trump $400 Million Boeing 747; Ethical Concerns Raised
On May 21st, the U.S. Department of Defense accepted a $400 million Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar to President Trump, despite ethical concerns and ongoing legal discussions; the plane will be modified for Air Force One use, a process expected to take two years and cost significantly more.
Qatar Gifts Trump $400 Million Boeing 747; Ethical Concerns Raised
On May 21st, the U.S. Department of Defense accepted a $400 million Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar to President Trump, despite ethical concerns and ongoing legal discussions; the plane will be modified for Air Force One use, a process expected to take two years and cost significantly more.
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52% Bias Score
Leaked Letter Undermines Coalition Split Narrative
A leaked letter reveals the Nationals threatened to leave the Coalition after Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price defected to the Liberals on May 8, undermining claims the split was solely due to policy disagreements; the letter, from Bridget McKenzie to Michaelia Cash on May 12, highlighted the loss o...
Leaked Letter Undermines Coalition Split Narrative
A leaked letter reveals the Nationals threatened to leave the Coalition after Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price defected to the Liberals on May 8, undermining claims the split was solely due to policy disagreements; the letter, from Bridget McKenzie to Michaelia Cash on May 12, highlighted the loss o...
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48% Bias Score
Lehrmann Rape Trial: Defense Claims Prosecution Withholding Evidence
Bruce Lehrmann, a former Liberal party staffer, is to stand trial in Toowoomba, accused of raping a woman twice on October 10, 2021, following a night out in Toowoomba; his lawyer claims the prosecution has not disclosed vital evidence, including unredacted phone records and police notebooks.
Lehrmann Rape Trial: Defense Claims Prosecution Withholding Evidence
Bruce Lehrmann, a former Liberal party staffer, is to stand trial in Toowoomba, accused of raping a woman twice on October 10, 2021, following a night out in Toowoomba; his lawyer claims the prosecution has not disclosed vital evidence, including unredacted phone records and police notebooks.
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44% Bias Score
Northwestern Europe Faces Crippling Drought, Threatening Food Production
Severe drought threatens crops across Northwestern Europe, causing significant economic losses for farmers and impacting food production; adaptation measures are being explored as climate change worsens the issue.
Northwestern Europe Faces Crippling Drought, Threatening Food Production
Severe drought threatens crops across Northwestern Europe, causing significant economic losses for farmers and impacting food production; adaptation measures are being explored as climate change worsens the issue.
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16% Bias Score
Japan, U.S. Agree Dollar-Yen Rate Reflects Economic Fundamentals
Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent agreed in Banff, Canada, on Wednesday that the current dollar-yen exchange rate reflects economic fundamentals, reaffirming their commitment to market-determined exchange rates amidst ongoing bilateral tariff negotiat...
Japan, U.S. Agree Dollar-Yen Rate Reflects Economic Fundamentals
Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent agreed in Banff, Canada, on Wednesday that the current dollar-yen exchange rate reflects economic fundamentals, reaffirming their commitment to market-determined exchange rates amidst ongoing bilateral tariff negotiat...
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4% Bias Score
Greenpeace Study Exposes Lasting Impact of US Nuclear Tests on Marshall Islands
A Greenpeace study, based on US military and scientific data, reveals the ongoing devastating health and ecological consequences of 67 US nuclear tests on the Marshall Islands, impacting all inhabited atolls and causing an estimated 100,000 additional cancer deaths worldwide.
Greenpeace Study Exposes Lasting Impact of US Nuclear Tests on Marshall Islands
A Greenpeace study, based on US military and scientific data, reveals the ongoing devastating health and ecological consequences of 67 US nuclear tests on the Marshall Islands, impacting all inhabited atolls and causing an estimated 100,000 additional cancer deaths worldwide.
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60% Bias Score
UK-EU Youth Mobility Scheme: Potential for Unlimited EU Arrivals
Negotiations for a UK-EU youth mobility scheme are underway, with a potential cap on EU arrivals of 70,000-100,000, but a sliding scale linked to British travel to the EU could make it effectively unlimited. This is politically sensitive for Labour, and the EU wants concessions on family members and...
UK-EU Youth Mobility Scheme: Potential for Unlimited EU Arrivals
Negotiations for a UK-EU youth mobility scheme are underway, with a potential cap on EU arrivals of 70,000-100,000, but a sliding scale linked to British travel to the EU could make it effectively unlimited. This is politically sensitive for Labour, and the EU wants concessions on family members and...
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52% Bias Score
China Leads in EV Battery Technology; US Focuses on Cost-Effective Designs
China's BYD demonstrates ultrafast EV charging technology, adding over a mile of range per second, while GM in the US focuses on cost-effective battery designs using manganese, aiming for 2028 market launch; this highlights a global competition in EV battery technology.
China Leads in EV Battery Technology; US Focuses on Cost-Effective Designs
China's BYD demonstrates ultrafast EV charging technology, adding over a mile of range per second, while GM in the US focuses on cost-effective battery designs using manganese, aiming for 2028 market launch; this highlights a global competition in EV battery technology.
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36% Bias Score
North Korean Destroyer Launch Ends in Catastrophic Failure
North Korean state media reported a serious accident during the launch ceremony of a new 5,000-ton naval destroyer on Wednesday, resulting in severe damage to the ship due to negligence; Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un ordered its immediate restoration before a June party meeting.
North Korean Destroyer Launch Ends in Catastrophic Failure
North Korean state media reported a serious accident during the launch ceremony of a new 5,000-ton naval destroyer on Wednesday, resulting in severe damage to the ship due to negligence; Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un ordered its immediate restoration before a June party meeting.
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52% Bias Score
Trump Tower Damascus: Symbol of Syria's Post-Sanctions Recovery
A planned $200 million Trump Tower in Damascus aims to attract US investment and symbolize Syria's post-war recovery, following the lifting of US sanctions in response to Syria's diplomatic initiatives, including offers of oil access and security guarantees for Israel.
Trump Tower Damascus: Symbol of Syria's Post-Sanctions Recovery
A planned $200 million Trump Tower in Damascus aims to attract US investment and symbolize Syria's post-war recovery, following the lifting of US sanctions in response to Syria's diplomatic initiatives, including offers of oil access and security guarantees for Israel.
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44% Bias Score
Australia Warns of Triple Virus Surge This Winter
Australia faces a looming triple virus surge this winter, with over 80,000 influenza cases already reported—a 50 percent increase year-on-year—and a highly contagious Omicron variant expected to cause a COVID-19 surge. Experts urge immediate vaccination and early detection via rapid antigen testing.
Australia Warns of Triple Virus Surge This Winter
Australia faces a looming triple virus surge this winter, with over 80,000 influenza cases already reported—a 50 percent increase year-on-year—and a highly contagious Omicron variant expected to cause a COVID-19 surge. Experts urge immediate vaccination and early detection via rapid antigen testing.
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44% Bias Score
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