FBI Informant Pleads Guilty, Undermining Biden Corruption Claims
FBI informant Alexander Smirnov pleaded guilty to four charges, including tax evasion and obstructing justice, admitting to fabricating claims of bribery between Burisma and the Bidens; he faces 4–6 years in prison, and his plea concludes the special counsel's investigation.
FBI Informant Pleads Guilty, Undermining Biden Corruption Claims
FBI informant Alexander Smirnov pleaded guilty to four charges, including tax evasion and obstructing justice, admitting to fabricating claims of bribery between Burisma and the Bidens; he faces 4–6 years in prison, and his plea concludes the special counsel's investigation.
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36% Bias Score
"Unexplained NJ Drone Sightings Prompt Federal Investigation"
"Unexplained drone sightings near US military bases and President-elect Trump's golf course in New Jersey since November 18th are under federal investigation, prompting a meeting between state lawmakers and Homeland Security/FBI officials; the Pentagon denies Iranian involvement."
"Unexplained NJ Drone Sightings Prompt Federal Investigation"
"Unexplained drone sightings near US military bases and President-elect Trump's golf course in New Jersey since November 18th are under federal investigation, prompting a meeting between state lawmakers and Homeland Security/FBI officials; the Pentagon denies Iranian involvement."
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44% Bias Score
Brazilian President Lula Undergoes Brain Surgery, Scheduled for Additional Procedure
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva underwent emergency brain surgery on Tuesday in Sao Paulo to drain a bleed outside his brain, followed by a scheduled endovascular procedure on Thursday to prevent future bleeding, after experiencing worsening headaches following a fall in October.
Brazilian President Lula Undergoes Brain Surgery, Scheduled for Additional Procedure
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva underwent emergency brain surgery on Tuesday in Sao Paulo to drain a bleed outside his brain, followed by a scheduled endovascular procedure on Thursday to prevent future bleeding, after experiencing worsening headaches following a fall in October.
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36% Bias Score
"127 Civilians Killed in Renewed Sudan Violence"
"At least 127 civilians were killed in Sudan on Monday and Tuesday in attacks by warring parties, rights activists said, as the 20-month-old conflict intensifies, with barrel bombs hitting a market in North Darfur and artillery fire targeting Omdurman. "
"127 Civilians Killed in Renewed Sudan Violence"
"At least 127 civilians were killed in Sudan on Monday and Tuesday in attacks by warring parties, rights activists said, as the 20-month-old conflict intensifies, with barrel bombs hitting a market in North Darfur and artillery fire targeting Omdurman. "
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36% Bias Score
Biden Veto Threat Jeopardizes Bipartisan Judgeship Bill
President Biden opposes the JUDGES Act, which would add 63 federal judgeships, reversing earlier bipartisan support due to concerns that President-elect Trump would appoint 22 of them, despite widespread agreement on the need to address judicial backlogs.
Biden Veto Threat Jeopardizes Bipartisan Judgeship Bill
President Biden opposes the JUDGES Act, which would add 63 federal judgeships, reversing earlier bipartisan support due to concerns that President-elect Trump would appoint 22 of them, despite widespread agreement on the need to address judicial backlogs.
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56% Bias Score
"South Korean Defense Minister Attempts Suicide Amid Martial Law Crisis"
"Former South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun attempted suicide while in custody in Seoul on Tuesday, amid a political crisis sparked by President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief declaration of martial law, which led to police raids on the presidential office and ongoing impeachment efforts."
"South Korean Defense Minister Attempts Suicide Amid Martial Law Crisis"
"Former South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun attempted suicide while in custody in Seoul on Tuesday, amid a political crisis sparked by President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief declaration of martial law, which led to police raids on the presidential office and ongoing impeachment efforts."
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52% Bias Score
Trump Suggests Kari Lake for Voice of America Director
President-elect Donald Trump announced Kari Lake, a conservative media personality and election denier, as his choice for Voice of America director, despite established procedures and concerns from VOA staff about potential interference and politicization of the news outlet.
Trump Suggests Kari Lake for Voice of America Director
President-elect Donald Trump announced Kari Lake, a conservative media personality and election denier, as his choice for Voice of America director, despite established procedures and concerns from VOA staff about potential interference and politicization of the news outlet.
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36% Bias Score
Lopez's "Kiss of the Spider Woman" Remake to Premiere at 2025 Sundance Film Festival
Jennifer Lopez's "Kiss of the Spider Woman" remake, produced by Ben Affleck and co-starring Diego Luna, will premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, from January 23 to February 2.
Lopez's "Kiss of the Spider Woman" Remake to Premiere at 2025 Sundance Film Festival
Jennifer Lopez's "Kiss of the Spider Woman" remake, produced by Ben Affleck and co-starring Diego Luna, will premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, from January 23 to February 2.
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36% Bias Score
UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder Suspect Arrested, Fighting Extradition
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, was arrested in Pennsylvania and charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot outside a Manhattan hotel last week. Police recovered a 3D-printed gun and fake ID from Mangione, who is fighting extradition to New York.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder Suspect Arrested, Fighting Extradition
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, was arrested in Pennsylvania and charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot outside a Manhattan hotel last week. Police recovered a 3D-printed gun and fake ID from Mangione, who is fighting extradition to New York.
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40% Bias Score
Daniel Penny Acquitted: Civil Suit Remains, Political Debate Continues
Following his acquittal on Monday on charges related to the death of Jordan Neely, Daniel Penny celebrated with his legal team; however, a civil lawsuit remains pending, and his actions have spurred political debate.
Daniel Penny Acquitted: Civil Suit Remains, Political Debate Continues
Following his acquittal on Monday on charges related to the death of Jordan Neely, Daniel Penny celebrated with his legal team; however, a civil lawsuit remains pending, and his actions have spurred political debate.
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40% Bias Score
US Intensifies Search for Missing Journalist Austin Tice After Syrian Regime Collapse
The US government is intensifying efforts to find journalist Austin Tice, missing in Syria since 2012, following the collapse of the Assad regime; $11 million in rewards are offered, and top negotiator Roger Carstens is engaging with stakeholders in Lebanon and Syria.
US Intensifies Search for Missing Journalist Austin Tice After Syrian Regime Collapse
The US government is intensifying efforts to find journalist Austin Tice, missing in Syria since 2012, following the collapse of the Assad regime; $11 million in rewards are offered, and top negotiator Roger Carstens is engaging with stakeholders in Lebanon and Syria.
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44% Bias Score
Antisemitic Vandalism in Sydney Amidst Rising Tensions
Vandals in Sydney's Woollahra torched a stolen car and scrawled antisemitic graffiti overnight, prompting a police response and condemnation from Australian leaders amidst rising antisemitic incidents linked to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Antisemitic Vandalism in Sydney Amidst Rising Tensions
Vandals in Sydney's Woollahra torched a stolen car and scrawled antisemitic graffiti overnight, prompting a police response and condemnation from Australian leaders amidst rising antisemitic incidents linked to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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36% Bias Score