EU-Mercosur Free Trade Deal Finalized Despite French Opposition
The European Union and Mercosur finalized a free trade agreement after 25 years of negotiations, creating a massive free trade zone covering 780 million people and nearly 25% of global GDP, despite significant opposition from France and other EU countries.
EU-Mercosur Free Trade Deal Finalized Despite French Opposition
The European Union and Mercosur finalized a free trade agreement after 25 years of negotiations, creating a massive free trade zone covering 780 million people and nearly 25% of global GDP, despite significant opposition from France and other EU countries.
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40% Bias Score
Sao Paulo Officer Arrested for Throwing Civilian off Bridge
In Sao Paulo, Brazil, a military police officer, Luan Felipe Alves, was arrested on Thursday for throwing a civilian off a bridge on Monday, sparking protests against police brutality; the victim remains missing.
Sao Paulo Officer Arrested for Throwing Civilian off Bridge
In Sao Paulo, Brazil, a military police officer, Luan Felipe Alves, was arrested on Thursday for throwing a civilian off a bridge on Monday, sparking protests against police brutality; the victim remains missing.
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36% Bias Score
Democrats' Post-Election Finances: A Mixed Picture
Following the November election, the Democratic National Committee reported $47 million in cash and no debt, while Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign had $1.8 million remaining after spending over $1 billion; a major Democratic super PAC, Future Forward, reported $47.3 million in unpaid adverti...
Democrats' Post-Election Finances: A Mixed Picture
Following the November election, the Democratic National Committee reported $47 million in cash and no debt, while Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign had $1.8 million remaining after spending over $1 billion; a major Democratic super PAC, Future Forward, reported $47.3 million in unpaid adverti...
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32% Bias Score
"Rebel Advance on Homs Causes Mass Civilian Flight as Assad Regime Faces Collapse"
"Anti-regime rebels in Syria are advancing on Homs, causing hundreds of civilians to flee overnight into Friday as the rebels aim to split President Bashar al-Assad's territory in two after seizing Hama on Thursday."
"Rebel Advance on Homs Causes Mass Civilian Flight as Assad Regime Faces Collapse"
"Anti-regime rebels in Syria are advancing on Homs, causing hundreds of civilians to flee overnight into Friday as the rebels aim to split President Bashar al-Assad's territory in two after seizing Hama on Thursday."
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60% Bias Score
Secret Service Director Accused of Using 9/11 Event for Self-Promotion Amid Trump Assassination Inquiry
During a congressional hearing on the attempted assassinations of President-elect Donald Trump, Rep. Pat Fallon accused Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe of using a 9/11 memorial event for self-promotion, leading to a heated exchange where Rowe denied the accusations and cited his 9/11 resp...
Secret Service Director Accused of Using 9/11 Event for Self-Promotion Amid Trump Assassination Inquiry
During a congressional hearing on the attempted assassinations of President-elect Donald Trump, Rep. Pat Fallon accused Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe of using a 9/11 memorial event for self-promotion, leading to a heated exchange where Rowe denied the accusations and cited his 9/11 resp...
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40% Bias Score
Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Shakes Northern California Coast
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck 50 miles southwest of Eureka, California, prompting a tsunami warning for almost 5 million people that was later canceled; while shaking was severe, damage was limited to power outages in Humboldt County, prompting a state of emergency declaration.
Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Shakes Northern California Coast
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck 50 miles southwest of Eureka, California, prompting a tsunami warning for almost 5 million people that was later canceled; while shaking was severe, damage was limited to power outages in Humboldt County, prompting a state of emergency declaration.
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20% Bias Score
Judge Orders Immediate Imprisonment for January 6th Rioter
On Friday, January 6th defendant Philip Sean Grillo was sentenced to one year in prison followed by one year of supervised release for his actions during the Capitol riot; Judge Royce Lamberth ordered him into immediate custody, rejecting requests for a delayed surrender.
Judge Orders Immediate Imprisonment for January 6th Rioter
On Friday, January 6th defendant Philip Sean Grillo was sentenced to one year in prison followed by one year of supervised release for his actions during the Capitol riot; Judge Royce Lamberth ordered him into immediate custody, rejecting requests for a delayed surrender.
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40% Bias Score
NYPD Commissioner Leads Manhunt for CEO's Killer Using Advanced Surveillance Technology
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch is overseeing the manhunt for the killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot and killed outside a Manhattan hotel Wednesday morning; investigators are using surveillance video, a discarded burner phone, and other technologies to identify and apprehend...
NYPD Commissioner Leads Manhunt for CEO's Killer Using Advanced Surveillance Technology
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch is overseeing the manhunt for the killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot and killed outside a Manhattan hotel Wednesday morning; investigators are using surveillance video, a discarded burner phone, and other technologies to identify and apprehend...
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48% Bias Score
Ocean Cloud Cover Decline Amplified 2023's Record Heat
A new study reveals that record low levels of low-lying clouds over oceans significantly amplified 2023's record heat, contributing to a decreased planetary albedo and increased sunlight absorption, raising concerns about future warming projections.
Ocean Cloud Cover Decline Amplified 2023's Record Heat
A new study reveals that record low levels of low-lying clouds over oceans significantly amplified 2023's record heat, contributing to a decreased planetary albedo and increased sunlight absorption, raising concerns about future warming projections.
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36% Bias Score
Romania Annuls Presidential Election Amid Russian Interference Allegations
Romania's constitutional court annulled the first round of its 2024 presidential election, which was won by far-right candidate Calin Georgescu, due to alleged Russian interference, including cyberattacks and social media manipulation, requiring a re-run of the election and raising concerns about de...
Romania Annuls Presidential Election Amid Russian Interference Allegations
Romania's constitutional court annulled the first round of its 2024 presidential election, which was won by far-right candidate Calin Georgescu, due to alleged Russian interference, including cyberattacks and social media manipulation, requiring a re-run of the election and raising concerns about de...
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40% Bias Score
Mexico to Impose $42 Cruise Passenger Fee, Raising Tourism Concerns
Mexico will impose a $42 per-passenger immigration fee on cruise ships docking in the country starting January 1, 2025, potentially causing significant losses to the tourism sector; two-thirds of the revenue will fund the Mexican army.
Mexico to Impose $42 Cruise Passenger Fee, Raising Tourism Concerns
Mexico will impose a $42 per-passenger immigration fee on cruise ships docking in the country starting January 1, 2025, potentially causing significant losses to the tourism sector; two-thirds of the revenue will fund the Mexican army.
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44% Bias Score
Italian Nun Among 25 Arrested in Major Mafia Crackdown
In a major Italian anti-mafia operation, 25 people including a Catholic nun, Sister Anna Donelli, were arrested for crimes including aiding and abetting extortion, drug trafficking, and money laundering; €1.8 million in cash, weapons, and drugs were seized.
Italian Nun Among 25 Arrested in Major Mafia Crackdown
In a major Italian anti-mafia operation, 25 people including a Catholic nun, Sister Anna Donelli, were arrested for crimes including aiding and abetting extortion, drug trafficking, and money laundering; €1.8 million in cash, weapons, and drugs were seized.
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56% Bias Score