Los Angeles Wildfires: Five Dead, 1,100 Structures Destroyed
Fueled by 70 mph Santa Ana winds and dry conditions, devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County have caused five deaths, destroyed over 1,100 structures, and displaced more than 100,000 people as of Wednesday evening.
Los Angeles Wildfires: Five Dead, 1,100 Structures Destroyed
Fueled by 70 mph Santa Ana winds and dry conditions, devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County have caused five deaths, destroyed over 1,100 structures, and displaced more than 100,000 people as of Wednesday evening.
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40% Bias Score
Starbucks China Shifts to Digital Strategy Amidst Declining Sales
Starbucks China is undergoing a digital transformation to counter declining sales, appointing a new chief growth officer and launching viral marketing campaigns to attract younger consumers, while competitors like Ora Coffee focus on affordability.
Starbucks China Shifts to Digital Strategy Amidst Declining Sales
Starbucks China is undergoing a digital transformation to counter declining sales, appointing a new chief growth officer and launching viral marketing campaigns to attract younger consumers, while competitors like Ora Coffee focus on affordability.
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36% Bias Score
Chinese Actor Rescued from Human Trafficking Ring in Thailand
Chinese actor Wang Xing, who went missing on January 3rd near the Thai-Myanmar border, was rescued by Thai police after falling victim to a telecom scam; this incident, along with 174 other cases, highlights the urgent need for stronger regional cooperation to combat human trafficking linked to tele...
Chinese Actor Rescued from Human Trafficking Ring in Thailand
Chinese actor Wang Xing, who went missing on January 3rd near the Thai-Myanmar border, was rescued by Thai police after falling victim to a telecom scam; this incident, along with 174 other cases, highlights the urgent need for stronger regional cooperation to combat human trafficking linked to tele...
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36% Bias Score
FOCAC's Infrastructure Investment Transforms African Connectivity
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has overseen the construction and upgrade of extensive infrastructure in Africa over the past two decades, including over 10,000 km of railways and 100,000 km of roads, significantly improving connectivity, trade, and economic growth.
FOCAC's Infrastructure Investment Transforms African Connectivity
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has overseen the construction and upgrade of extensive infrastructure in Africa over the past two decades, including over 10,000 km of railways and 100,000 km of roads, significantly improving connectivity, trade, and economic growth.
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56% Bias Score
China's Foreign Minister Continues 34-Year Tradition with African Diplomatic Trip
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Namibia, Congo, Chad, and Nigeria from January 8-11, 2024, continuing a 34-year tradition of starting the year with an African diplomatic trip; the visit aims to implement outcomes from the 2022 China-Africa Cooperation summit focused on six modernizations...
China's Foreign Minister Continues 34-Year Tradition with African Diplomatic Trip
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Namibia, Congo, Chad, and Nigeria from January 8-11, 2024, continuing a 34-year tradition of starting the year with an African diplomatic trip; the visit aims to implement outcomes from the 2022 China-Africa Cooperation summit focused on six modernizations...
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60% Bias Score
China's Expanding Railway Network: Economic Growth and Societal Transformation
By the end of 2024, China's railway network totaled 162,000 km (48,000 km high-speed), making it the world leader; a 590 billion yuan ($80.8 billion) investment in 2025 aims to add 2,600 km, further boosting the economy and passenger travel, with a goal of 180,000 km total by 2030.
China's Expanding Railway Network: Economic Growth and Societal Transformation
By the end of 2024, China's railway network totaled 162,000 km (48,000 km high-speed), making it the world leader; a 590 billion yuan ($80.8 billion) investment in 2025 aims to add 2,600 km, further boosting the economy and passenger travel, with a goal of 180,000 km total by 2030.
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56% Bias Score
BRICS Expands, Adding Indonesia and Eight Partner Countries
With Indonesia's full membership and eight new partner countries, BRICS—now including Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and Indonesia—accounts for nearly half the world's population and over one-third of its economy, signaling a shift in global power dynamics.
BRICS Expands, Adding Indonesia and Eight Partner Countries
With Indonesia's full membership and eight new partner countries, BRICS—now including Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and Indonesia—accounts for nearly half the world's population and over one-third of its economy, signaling a shift in global power dynamics.
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56% Bias Score
Deschamps to Retire After 2026 World Cup
France's soccer coach, Didier Deschamps, will retire after the 2026 World Cup, ending a 12-year tenure marked by a World Cup win and consistent success; Zinedine Zidane is considered the likely successor.
Deschamps to Retire After 2026 World Cup
France's soccer coach, Didier Deschamps, will retire after the 2026 World Cup, ending a 12-year tenure marked by a World Cup win and consistent success; Zinedine Zidane is considered the likely successor.
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48% Bias Score
China's Lithium Discovery Reshapes Global Landscape
China's lithium reserves increased to 16.5 percent globally (second place), thanks to a nationwide exploration effort yielding over 30 million metric tons of new lithium ore, significantly boosting its new energy vehicle sector and reducing import reliance.
China's Lithium Discovery Reshapes Global Landscape
China's lithium reserves increased to 16.5 percent globally (second place), thanks to a nationwide exploration effort yielding over 30 million metric tons of new lithium ore, significantly boosting its new energy vehicle sector and reducing import reliance.
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36% Bias Score
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Dingri County, Xizang
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Dingri county in Southwest China's Xizang region at 9:05 am on Tuesday, killing 53 and injuring 62, damaging over 1,000 houses, prompting a major rescue operation hampered by freezing temperatures and impacting the Mount Qomolangma Scenic Area.
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Dingri County, Xizang
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Dingri county in Southwest China's Xizang region at 9:05 am on Tuesday, killing 53 and injuring 62, damaging over 1,000 houses, prompting a major rescue operation hampered by freezing temperatures and impacting the Mount Qomolangma Scenic Area.
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24% Bias Score
Xi's New Year Message: China's Economic Progress and Global Role
In his New Year message, President Xi Jinping emphasized China's economic rebound, exceeding 10 million new energy vehicle production, and its commitment to global peace through multilateral cooperation, highlighting initiatives like the Belt and Road.
Xi's New Year Message: China's Economic Progress and Global Role
In his New Year message, President Xi Jinping emphasized China's economic rebound, exceeding 10 million new energy vehicle production, and its commitment to global peace through multilateral cooperation, highlighting initiatives like the Belt and Road.
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48% Bias Score
Record Migrant Channel Crossings Prompt UK Government Action
In 2024, a record 36,525 migrants illegally crossed the English Channel to the UK, resulting in at least 77 deaths; the UK government will implement new solutions in 2025 to curb this, despite a recent 20 percent increase in crossings.
Record Migrant Channel Crossings Prompt UK Government Action
In 2024, a record 36,525 migrants illegally crossed the English Channel to the UK, resulting in at least 77 deaths; the UK government will implement new solutions in 2025 to curb this, despite a recent 20 percent increase in crossings.
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64% Bias Score