North Macedonia's Fiscal Council Proposes Raising Retirement Age to 67
The Fiscal Council of North Macedonia proposed raising the retirement age to 67 for both men and women by 2026 to address a projected deficit in the Public Pension Fund (PIO), a measure opposed by both VMRO-DPMNE and SDSM.
North Macedonia's Fiscal Council Proposes Raising Retirement Age to 67
The Fiscal Council of North Macedonia proposed raising the retirement age to 67 for both men and women by 2026 to address a projected deficit in the Public Pension Fund (PIO), a measure opposed by both VMRO-DPMNE and SDSM.
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52% Bias Score
German Opposition Blocks Budget Bills Before Elections
Following the collapse of Germany's ruling coalition in November 2023, the CDU/CSU opposition is blocking budget-related laws proposed by Chancellor Scholz before the February 23rd elections, while showing willingness to cooperate on non-budgetary matters, influencing post-election coalition scenari...
German Opposition Blocks Budget Bills Before Elections
Following the collapse of Germany's ruling coalition in November 2023, the CDU/CSU opposition is blocking budget-related laws proposed by Chancellor Scholz before the February 23rd elections, while showing willingness to cooperate on non-budgetary matters, influencing post-election coalition scenari...
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44% Bias Score
Greek Economy Booms, But Public Unrest Persists Amidst High Living Costs
Greece's economy grew by over 2 percent in 2023, exceeding the EU average, and yielding a €6 billion budget surplus; however, widespread protests due to high living costs and low wages challenge the government's popularity.
Greek Economy Booms, But Public Unrest Persists Amidst High Living Costs
Greece's economy grew by over 2 percent in 2023, exceeding the EU average, and yielding a €6 billion budget surplus; however, widespread protests due to high living costs and low wages challenge the government's popularity.
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40% Bias Score
Georgian Opposition Boycotts Debate After Police Raids
Following police raids on opposition offices, two former Georgian ministers refused to participate in a televised debate, escalating tensions amid ongoing protests against the government's suspension of EU accession talks; over 300 people have been arrested.
Georgian Opposition Boycotts Debate After Police Raids
Following police raids on opposition offices, two former Georgian ministers refused to participate in a televised debate, escalating tensions amid ongoing protests against the government's suspension of EU accession talks; over 300 people have been arrested.
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64% Bias Score
Luxembourg City's Begging Ban: Displacing Poverty, Not Solving It
Luxembourg City banned begging in December 2023, shifting beggars to the city's outskirts and sparking debate on poverty in this wealthy nation where over 20% of the population is at risk of poverty, despite city efforts to provide food and shelter.
Luxembourg City's Begging Ban: Displacing Poverty, Not Solving It
Luxembourg City banned begging in December 2023, shifting beggars to the city's outskirts and sparking debate on poverty in this wealthy nation where over 20% of the population is at risk of poverty, despite city efforts to provide food and shelter.
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48% Bias Score
Russia Targets Ukraine's Energy Grid Amidst NATO Meeting and US Leadership Change
Russia's renewed attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure caused widespread power outages in western Ukraine, impacting cities like Ternopil and Rivne, as NATO allies meet to discuss further support for Ukraine amidst uncertainty about membership and the upcoming change in US administration.
Russia Targets Ukraine's Energy Grid Amidst NATO Meeting and US Leadership Change
Russia's renewed attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure caused widespread power outages in western Ukraine, impacting cities like Ternopil and Rivne, as NATO allies meet to discuss further support for Ukraine amidst uncertainty about membership and the upcoming change in US administration.
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44% Bias Score
Moscow Anti-War Activist Gorinov's Heating Cut Off in Prison Following Retrial
Former Moscow municipal deputy Alexey Gorinov, imprisoned for anti-war statements, had his heating cut off in SIZO-1 Vladimir on November 29th, following a new three-year sentence; he is denied a warm blanket and mail, and suffers from chronic lung disease.
Moscow Anti-War Activist Gorinov's Heating Cut Off in Prison Following Retrial
Former Moscow municipal deputy Alexey Gorinov, imprisoned for anti-war statements, had his heating cut off in SIZO-1 Vladimir on November 29th, following a new three-year sentence; he is denied a warm blanket and mail, and suffers from chronic lung disease.
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52% Bias Score
Neuer's Red Card Eliminates Bayern Munich from German Cup
Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer received his first career red card in the 17th minute against Bayer Leverkusen in the German Cup, resulting in their elimination and marking their fifth consecutive exit from the tournament since 2020.
Neuer's Red Card Eliminates Bayern Munich from German Cup
Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer received his first career red card in the 17th minute against Bayer Leverkusen in the German Cup, resulting in their elimination and marking their fifth consecutive exit from the tournament since 2020.
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36% Bias Score
Ukraine Creates Ministry of National Unity to Encourage Return of Citizens
Ukraine established a new Ministry of National Unity on December 3, 2024, headed by Oleksiy Chernyshov, to facilitate the return of an estimated 7.7 million Ukrainian citizens currently residing abroad, primarily in the EU, due to the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine Creates Ministry of National Unity to Encourage Return of Citizens
Ukraine established a new Ministry of National Unity on December 3, 2024, headed by Oleksiy Chernyshov, to facilitate the return of an estimated 7.7 million Ukrainian citizens currently residing abroad, primarily in the EU, due to the ongoing conflict.
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36% Bias Score
Deutsche Bahn runs empty trains at night due to lack of parking in Berlin
Due to a lack of parking space in Berlin, Deutsche Bahn runs 5-6 empty ICE trains at night, increasing electricity costs and worsening the existing 1,200-position train driver shortage in Germany, despite 1,000 new qualified workers entering the workforce each year.
Deutsche Bahn runs empty trains at night due to lack of parking in Berlin
Due to a lack of parking space in Berlin, Deutsche Bahn runs 5-6 empty ICE trains at night, increasing electricity costs and worsening the existing 1,200-position train driver shortage in Germany, despite 1,000 new qualified workers entering the workforce each year.
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40% Bias Score
Deutsche Bahn's Empty Trains Expose Infrastructure and Personnel Shortages in Berlin
Due to insufficient railway sidings in Berlin, Deutsche Bahn runs empty high-speed trains around the city at night, exacerbating a driver shortage and highlighting infrastructure challenges despite a 50% increase in passenger numbers since the 1990s.
Deutsche Bahn's Empty Trains Expose Infrastructure and Personnel Shortages in Berlin
Due to insufficient railway sidings in Berlin, Deutsche Bahn runs empty high-speed trains around the city at night, exacerbating a driver shortage and highlighting infrastructure challenges despite a 50% increase in passenger numbers since the 1990s.
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52% Bias Score
Martial Law Declared in South Korea Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on December 3, 2023, citing threats from North Korea and claiming the opposition party is obstructing governance, leading to the suspension of political activities, media control, and wide arrest powers.
Martial Law Declared in South Korea Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on December 3, 2023, citing threats from North Korea and claiming the opposition party is obstructing governance, leading to the suspension of political activities, media control, and wide arrest powers.
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52% Bias Score