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German Fact-Check Debunks Misinformation on Asylum Seekers
A fact-check of two claims circulating on X reveals inaccuracies regarding the number of rejected asylum seekers in Germany: The claim that 304,000 rejected asylum seekers receive welfare is false (actual number of those with deportation orders is 202,880, with only 17,583 immediately deportable), a...
German Fact-Check Debunks Misinformation on Asylum Seekers
A fact-check of two claims circulating on X reveals inaccuracies regarding the number of rejected asylum seekers in Germany: The claim that 304,000 rejected asylum seekers receive welfare is false (actual number of those with deportation orders is 202,880, with only 17,583 immediately deportable), a...
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40% Bias Score
Mexico's Border Security Operation: Initial Results and Expert Concerns
Following increased US pressure, Mexico reported 139 arrests, 82 seized weapons, and one ton of drugs in a week-long border security operation; however, experts warn of the militaristic approach's potential to worsen violence and impunity, noting concerns about the National Guard's effectiveness and...
Mexico's Border Security Operation: Initial Results and Expert Concerns
Following increased US pressure, Mexico reported 139 arrests, 82 seized weapons, and one ton of drugs in a week-long border security operation; however, experts warn of the militaristic approach's potential to worsen violence and impunity, noting concerns about the National Guard's effectiveness and...
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48% Bias Score
USAID's Closure in Kazakhstan Sparks Debate Over Foreign Funding and LGBTQ+ Issues
After 33 years in Kazakhstan, the USAID office in Almaty closed following a parliamentary inquiry questioning a $2 million grant to a European LGBTQ+ association. A subsequent fake video report falsely accusing USAID of funding opposition groups fueled concerns and calls for stricter regulations on ...
USAID's Closure in Kazakhstan Sparks Debate Over Foreign Funding and LGBTQ+ Issues
After 33 years in Kazakhstan, the USAID office in Almaty closed following a parliamentary inquiry questioning a $2 million grant to a European LGBTQ+ association. A subsequent fake video report falsely accusing USAID of funding opposition groups fueled concerns and calls for stricter regulations on ...
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68% Bias Score
Japan's Tourism Boom: Record Numbers Bring Record Complaints
Japan welcomed a record 36.9 million tourists in 2024, exceeding pre-pandemic levels, but this surge has caused friction with local residents due to overcrowding, disrespectful behavior, and damage to cultural sites in major cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.
Japan's Tourism Boom: Record Numbers Bring Record Complaints
Japan welcomed a record 36.9 million tourists in 2024, exceeding pre-pandemic levels, but this surge has caused friction with local residents due to overcrowding, disrespectful behavior, and damage to cultural sites in major cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.
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40% Bias Score
Rushdie Testifies on 2022 Stabbing Attack
Salman Rushdie testified about the August 2022 stabbing attack, describing his assailant and detailing the injuries sustained: partial blindness in one eye and permanent hand damage; the accused, Hadi M., pleaded not guilty to second-degree attempted murder and assault charges.
Rushdie Testifies on 2022 Stabbing Attack
Salman Rushdie testified about the August 2022 stabbing attack, describing his assailant and detailing the injuries sustained: partial blindness in one eye and permanent hand damage; the accused, Hadi M., pleaded not guilty to second-degree attempted murder and assault charges.
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40% Bias Score
German Parliament Blocks Abortion Bill Before Elections
The German Parliament's Justice Committee blocked a bill to legalize abortion up to 12 weeks before the February 23rd elections due to lack of support from CDU/CSU and FDP, despite a petition with over 300,000 signatures and a previous expert panel recommendation.
German Parliament Blocks Abortion Bill Before Elections
The German Parliament's Justice Committee blocked a bill to legalize abortion up to 12 weeks before the February 23rd elections due to lack of support from CDU/CSU and FDP, despite a petition with over 300,000 signatures and a previous expert panel recommendation.
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56% Bias Score
Kramatorsk Residents Face Daily Shelling, Uncertain Future Amidst War
In Kramatorsk, Ukraine, 80,000 residents endure daily shelling from the nearby frontlines, prompting them to board up damaged windows and facing immense financial challenges to rebuild their homes, with their future contingent on ongoing geopolitical negotiations.
Kramatorsk Residents Face Daily Shelling, Uncertain Future Amidst War
In Kramatorsk, Ukraine, 80,000 residents endure daily shelling from the nearby frontlines, prompting them to board up damaged windows and facing immense financial challenges to rebuild their homes, with their future contingent on ongoing geopolitical negotiations.
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44% Bias Score
US, UK Reject Global AI Declaration at Paris Summit
The US and UK refused to sign a global AI declaration at the Paris AI Action Summit on February 11th, citing concerns about excessive regulation and national interests, while 73 other countries, including China, signed the agreement promoting ethical and inclusive AI development.
US, UK Reject Global AI Declaration at Paris Summit
The US and UK refused to sign a global AI declaration at the Paris AI Action Summit on February 11th, citing concerns about excessive regulation and national interests, while 73 other countries, including China, signed the agreement promoting ethical and inclusive AI development.
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40% Bias Score
US-South Africa rift over land reform
South Africa's Expropriation Act, intended for land reform, caused President Trump to freeze US aid, offer refuge to Afrikaners, and boycott a G20 summit in Johannesburg, while South Africa maintains the law is not for land seizure.
US-South Africa rift over land reform
South Africa's Expropriation Act, intended for land reform, caused President Trump to freeze US aid, offer refuge to Afrikaners, and boycott a G20 summit in Johannesburg, while South Africa maintains the law is not for land seizure.
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76% Bias Score
Noboa Wins Ecuadorian Presidency Amidst Economic Concerns
Daniel Noboa's victory in Ecuador's presidential election sparks debate over his experience and potential economic impacts, amidst diverse public opinions.
Noboa Wins Ecuadorian Presidency Amidst Economic Concerns
Daniel Noboa's victory in Ecuador's presidential election sparks debate over his experience and potential economic impacts, amidst diverse public opinions.
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40% Bias Score
Türkiye's Corruption Perception Index Score Remains Low at 34
The 2024 Corruption Perception Index ranked Türkiye 107th out of 180 countries with a score of 34, unchanged from 2023, highlighting persistent concerns about public sector corruption despite some recent economic reforms.
Türkiye's Corruption Perception Index Score Remains Low at 34
The 2024 Corruption Perception Index ranked Türkiye 107th out of 180 countries with a score of 34, unchanged from 2023, highlighting persistent concerns about public sector corruption despite some recent economic reforms.
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36% Bias Score
North Macedonia's Central Registry Faces Audit Scrutiny Over Financial Irregularities
An audit of North Macedonia's Central Registry revealed significant financial irregularities, including unused furniture purchases, unutilized renovations, and an unpaid loan, along with numerous legal challenges and internal control weaknesses.
North Macedonia's Central Registry Faces Audit Scrutiny Over Financial Irregularities
An audit of North Macedonia's Central Registry revealed significant financial irregularities, including unused furniture purchases, unutilized renovations, and an unpaid loan, along with numerous legal challenges and internal control weaknesses.
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40% Bias Score
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