Swindon Christmas Market Criticized for Poor Attendance and Financial Losses
Swindon's inaugural Christmas market, held on The Parade since November 23rd, is experiencing low footfall and numerous stall closures, causing financial losses for vendors and prompting criticism from residents and council members for its depressing atmosphere and highlighting wider town centre iss...
Swindon Christmas Market Criticized for Poor Attendance and Financial Losses
Swindon's inaugural Christmas market, held on The Parade since November 23rd, is experiencing low footfall and numerous stall closures, causing financial losses for vendors and prompting criticism from residents and council members for its depressing atmosphere and highlighting wider town centre iss...
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56% Bias Score
Mufasa: The Lion King" Retcons Original Storyline
Mufasa: The Lion King," a prequel to the 2019 remake, reimagines Mufasa's origins as a commoner, challenging the original's established hierarchy and depicting his relationship with Scar as a childhood friendship turned rivalry, prompting critical reviews due to its narrative inconsistencies.
Mufasa: The Lion King" Retcons Original Storyline
Mufasa: The Lion King," a prequel to the 2019 remake, reimagines Mufasa's origins as a commoner, challenging the original's established hierarchy and depicting his relationship with Scar as a childhood friendship turned rivalry, prompting critical reviews due to its narrative inconsistencies.
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60% Bias Score
Mass Grave with Seven Bodies Found Near Damascus
Near Damascus, Syria, the White Helmets discovered a mass grave with seven bodies, part of over 100,000 missing since 2011; the discovery highlights widespread human rights abuses during Syria's civil war, with estimates indicating tens of thousands of deaths through torture.
Mass Grave with Seven Bodies Found Near Damascus
Near Damascus, Syria, the White Helmets discovered a mass grave with seven bodies, part of over 100,000 missing since 2011; the discovery highlights widespread human rights abuses during Syria's civil war, with estimates indicating tens of thousands of deaths through torture.
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60% Bias Score
US Cautiously Optimistic About Hamas-Israel Ceasefire Talks
The US expresses cautious optimism that Hamas-Israel ceasefire talks will lead to a truce in Gaza and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas; a three-phase agreement is reportedly being discussed.
US Cautiously Optimistic About Hamas-Israel Ceasefire Talks
The US expresses cautious optimism that Hamas-Israel ceasefire talks will lead to a truce in Gaza and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas; a three-phase agreement is reportedly being discussed.
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36% Bias Score
HTS's Rule in Idlib: A Mixed Bag of Progress and Concerns
After overthrowing Bashar al-Assad, the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) now governs Idlib, Syria, implementing public services and infrastructure improvements, though concerns exist regarding authoritarian rule and the safety of minority groups.
HTS's Rule in Idlib: A Mixed Bag of Progress and Concerns
After overthrowing Bashar al-Assad, the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) now governs Idlib, Syria, implementing public services and infrastructure improvements, though concerns exist regarding authoritarian rule and the safety of minority groups.
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52% Bias Score
Moscow General's Assassination: War's Arrival in Russia
The assassination of Lieutenant General Igor Kirilov and his aide Ilya Polykarpov by a bomb hidden in an e-scooter in Moscow on Tuesday brought the realities of the war in Ukraine closer to home for many Russians, raising questions about potential escalations and the Kremlin's response.
Moscow General's Assassination: War's Arrival in Russia
The assassination of Lieutenant General Igor Kirilov and his aide Ilya Polykarpov by a bomb hidden in an e-scooter in Moscow on Tuesday brought the realities of the war in Ukraine closer to home for many Russians, raising questions about potential escalations and the Kremlin's response.
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52% Bias Score
Former Insurance Worker Launches Successful Vintage Retail Business
Lee Evans, a former insurance worker from Cannock, Staffordshire, quit his job in 2024 after successfully selling his old possessions, including Lego, on eBay during the first Covid lockdown, leading to the creation of his two vintage clothing and vinyl shops, Nan Summers Vintage, in Birmingham's Cu...
Former Insurance Worker Launches Successful Vintage Retail Business
Lee Evans, a former insurance worker from Cannock, Staffordshire, quit his job in 2024 after successfully selling his old possessions, including Lego, on eBay during the first Covid lockdown, leading to the creation of his two vintage clothing and vinyl shops, Nan Summers Vintage, in Birmingham's Cu...
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4% Bias Score
Pelicot's Public Trial, Georgian Protests, and Notre Dame's Reopening
Gisèle Pelicot, having publicly prosecuted her rape case, stated she has no regrets; ongoing protests in Tbilisi, Georgia, follow the suspension of the country's EU bid; and Notre Dame Cathedral has reopened after a five-year restoration.
Pelicot's Public Trial, Georgian Protests, and Notre Dame's Reopening
Gisèle Pelicot, having publicly prosecuted her rape case, stated she has no regrets; ongoing protests in Tbilisi, Georgia, follow the suspension of the country's EU bid; and Notre Dame Cathedral has reopened after a five-year restoration.
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24% Bias Score
Facebook Engagement Plummets for Palestinian News Outlets Amidst Israel-Gaza War
BBC research reveals a 77% drop in Facebook engagement for Palestinian news outlets after the October 7th Hamas attacks, while Israeli outlets saw a 37% increase, raising concerns about potential bias in Meta's content moderation policies and the impact on information access during the Israel-Gaza w...
Facebook Engagement Plummets for Palestinian News Outlets Amidst Israel-Gaza War
BBC research reveals a 77% drop in Facebook engagement for Palestinian news outlets after the October 7th Hamas attacks, while Israeli outlets saw a 37% increase, raising concerns about potential bias in Meta's content moderation policies and the impact on information access during the Israel-Gaza w...
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48% Bias Score
Facebook Restricted Palestinian News Reach During Israel-Hamas War
A BBC investigation found that Facebook significantly reduced the reach of Palestinian news outlets during the October 2023 Israel-Hamas war, with engagement dropping by 77%, while Israeli news sources saw a 37% increase; leaked documents indicate algorithmic changes specifically targeting Palestini...
Facebook Restricted Palestinian News Reach During Israel-Hamas War
A BBC investigation found that Facebook significantly reduced the reach of Palestinian news outlets during the October 2023 Israel-Hamas war, with engagement dropping by 77%, while Israeli news sources saw a 37% increase; leaked documents indicate algorithmic changes specifically targeting Palestini...
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40% Bias Score
Saydnaya Prison: A Syrian 'Human Slaughterhouse'
Saydnaya prison, a Syrian facility operational since 1987, is a notorious site of human rights abuses under the Assad regime where thousands of political opponents were allegedly tortured and executed; following the recent regime collapse, civilians are flocking to the prison hoping for news of rela...
Saydnaya Prison: A Syrian 'Human Slaughterhouse'
Saydnaya prison, a Syrian facility operational since 1987, is a notorious site of human rights abuses under the Assad regime where thousands of political opponents were allegedly tortured and executed; following the recent regime collapse, civilians are flocking to the prison hoping for news of rela...
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48% Bias Score
Cyclone Chido Devastates Mayotte, Leaving Tens of Thousands Without Water
Cyclone Chido, the worst storm to hit Mayotte in 90 years, has caused at least 22 deaths, left tens of thousands without water and power, and severely damaged infrastructure, prompting a curfew and large-scale aid efforts.
Cyclone Chido Devastates Mayotte, Leaving Tens of Thousands Without Water
Cyclone Chido, the worst storm to hit Mayotte in 90 years, has caused at least 22 deaths, left tens of thousands without water and power, and severely damaged infrastructure, prompting a curfew and large-scale aid efforts.
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24% Bias Score