Lawsuits Target Trump's Executive Orders
Three lawsuits were filed against the Trump administration on January 21st, challenging executive orders on federal employee firings, birthright citizenship, and the appointment of Elon Musk to head the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Lawsuits Target Trump's Executive Orders
Three lawsuits were filed against the Trump administration on January 21st, challenging executive orders on federal employee firings, birthright citizenship, and the appointment of Elon Musk to head the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
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48% Bias Score
Trump's Election Exacerbates German-American Tensions
Following Donald Trump's election as U.S. President, Germany faced heightened tensions, with most political parties expressing concerns except for the AfD which celebrated Trump's victory, and a leaked German ambassador's report criticizing Trump; economic ramifications due to potential tariffs were...
Trump's Election Exacerbates German-American Tensions
Following Donald Trump's election as U.S. President, Germany faced heightened tensions, with most political parties expressing concerns except for the AfD which celebrated Trump's victory, and a leaked German ambassador's report criticizing Trump; economic ramifications due to potential tariffs were...
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52% Bias Score
Davos Protest: Young Activists Demand Higher Taxes, Greater Influence
Hundreds of young people protested at the snowy Davos World Economic Forum, demanding higher taxes on the wealthy and criticizing the forum's influence, briefly blocking a main road; some young activists, invited as Global Shapers, aimed to build bridges while advocating for change.
Davos Protest: Young Activists Demand Higher Taxes, Greater Influence
Hundreds of young people protested at the snowy Davos World Economic Forum, demanding higher taxes on the wealthy and criticizing the forum's influence, briefly blocking a main road; some young activists, invited as Global Shapers, aimed to build bridges while advocating for change.
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36% Bias Score
Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Cases Globally
A study in Nature Medicine estimates that 2.2 million new type 2 diabetes cases and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases worldwide in 2020 are potentially linked to sugary drinks, with sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean showing the highest proportions; researchers suggest i...
Sugary Drinks Linked to Millions of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Cases Globally
A study in Nature Medicine estimates that 2.2 million new type 2 diabetes cases and 1.2 million new cardiovascular disease cases worldwide in 2020 are potentially linked to sugary drinks, with sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean showing the highest proportions; researchers suggest i...
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40% Bias Score
Record Onshore Wind Turbine Approvals in Germany Amidst Political Opposition
Germany approved a record 2,400 onshore wind turbines in 2024, adding 14 gigawatts of capacity, despite political opposition from the AfD and nuanced positions from other parties; this increase follows government efforts to streamline permitting, boosting renewable energy to 59% of the country's ele...
Record Onshore Wind Turbine Approvals in Germany Amidst Political Opposition
Germany approved a record 2,400 onshore wind turbines in 2024, adding 14 gigawatts of capacity, despite political opposition from the AfD and nuanced positions from other parties; this increase follows government efforts to streamline permitting, boosting renewable energy to 59% of the country's ele...
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40% Bias Score
Antonescu Endorsed as Presidential Candidate Amidst Election Irregularity Concerns
The PSD National Political Council endorsed Crin Antonescu's presidential candidacy, with a final decision expected on February 2nd; polls show him trailing Călin Georgescu, whose campaign is under scrutiny for alleged illegal funding and Russian interference.
Antonescu Endorsed as Presidential Candidate Amidst Election Irregularity Concerns
The PSD National Political Council endorsed Crin Antonescu's presidential candidacy, with a final decision expected on February 2nd; polls show him trailing Călin Georgescu, whose campaign is under scrutiny for alleged illegal funding and Russian interference.
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56% Bias Score
Russia Ignores Trump Inauguration Amid Ukraine War Focus
Major Russian news channels did not broadcast Trump's inauguration, focusing instead on the Transnistria gas crisis and the war in Ukraine; Trump publicly criticized Putin, stating that he is destroying Russia by not seeking a peace deal in Ukraine, marking a shift in US policy.
Russia Ignores Trump Inauguration Amid Ukraine War Focus
Major Russian news channels did not broadcast Trump's inauguration, focusing instead on the Transnistria gas crisis and the war in Ukraine; Trump publicly criticized Putin, stating that he is destroying Russia by not seeking a peace deal in Ukraine, marking a shift in US policy.
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36% Bias Score
Trump's False Claims on Panama Canal Spark Regional Tensions
On January 20th, US President Trump falsely claimed China controls the Panama Canal, stating the US would "recover" it, prompting Panama's president to reiterate Panamanian ownership. Trump's statements, including false claims about deaths during construction, have sparked Panamanian nationalism and...
Trump's False Claims on Panama Canal Spark Regional Tensions
On January 20th, US President Trump falsely claimed China controls the Panama Canal, stating the US would "recover" it, prompting Panama's president to reiterate Panamanian ownership. Trump's statements, including false claims about deaths during construction, have sparked Panamanian nationalism and...
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44% Bias Score
Odessa's Art Finds Refuge in Berlin: A Joint Exhibition Showcases Cultural Preservation
In July 2023, a rocket hit Odessa's Museum Palace, prompting the relocation of its art collection to Lviv and then Berlin's Alte Nationalgalerie for safekeeping and a joint exhibition showcasing European paintings from the 16th-19th centuries, symbolizing international cooperation and cultural prese...
Odessa's Art Finds Refuge in Berlin: A Joint Exhibition Showcases Cultural Preservation
In July 2023, a rocket hit Odessa's Museum Palace, prompting the relocation of its art collection to Lviv and then Berlin's Alte Nationalgalerie for safekeeping and a joint exhibition showcasing European paintings from the 16th-19th centuries, symbolizing international cooperation and cultural prese...
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32% Bias Score
Journalist Murder Highlights Deteriorating Press Freedom in India
Indian freelance journalist Mukesh Chandrakar was murdered in Chhattisgarh, India, after reporting on corruption; his death highlights the deteriorating press freedom environment in India, where the killers of other journalists remain largely unpunished.
Journalist Murder Highlights Deteriorating Press Freedom in India
Indian freelance journalist Mukesh Chandrakar was murdered in Chhattisgarh, India, after reporting on corruption; his death highlights the deteriorating press freedom environment in India, where the killers of other journalists remain largely unpunished.
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56% Bias Score
Lissu Elected CHADEMA Chairman Amidst Internal Strife and Government Crackdown
Following a contested election, Tundu Lissu succeeded Freeman Mbowe as chairman of Tanzania's opposition CHADEMA party on Wednesday, amidst internal party disputes and a government crackdown on the opposition, raising concerns about CHADEMA's future electoral performance.
Lissu Elected CHADEMA Chairman Amidst Internal Strife and Government Crackdown
Following a contested election, Tundu Lissu succeeded Freeman Mbowe as chairman of Tanzania's opposition CHADEMA party on Wednesday, amidst internal party disputes and a government crackdown on the opposition, raising concerns about CHADEMA's future electoral performance.
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44% Bias Score
EU adopts pragmatic approach to Trump's second term
Following President Trump's inauguration, the European Union adopted a pragmatic approach, prioritizing dialogue while preparing to defend its interests, particularly concerning trade and regulatory issues, amidst differing viewpoints among EU members on the best response strategy.
EU adopts pragmatic approach to Trump's second term
Following President Trump's inauguration, the European Union adopted a pragmatic approach, prioritizing dialogue while preparing to defend its interests, particularly concerning trade and regulatory issues, amidst differing viewpoints among EU members on the best response strategy.
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40% Bias Score