Trump's Territorial Ambitions Spark International Tensions
President-elect Donald Trump's proposals to acquire Greenland, the Panama Canal, and Canada, framed as national security and economic measures, have drawn strong rebukes from Panama and Denmark, raising questions about his foreign policy approach and potential impact on US relations.
Trump's Territorial Ambitions Spark International Tensions
President-elect Donald Trump's proposals to acquire Greenland, the Panama Canal, and Canada, framed as national security and economic measures, have drawn strong rebukes from Panama and Denmark, raising questions about his foreign policy approach and potential impact on US relations.
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40% Bias Score
American Airlines Ground Stop: Nationwide Outage Resolved
On Christmas Eve, a "vendor technology issue" caused a nationwide ground stop for American Airlines, affecting over 3,300 domestic flights; service resumed around 8 am ET with minimal cancellations but residual delays, impacting thousands of passengers during a peak travel period.
American Airlines Ground Stop: Nationwide Outage Resolved
On Christmas Eve, a "vendor technology issue" caused a nationwide ground stop for American Airlines, affecting over 3,300 domestic flights; service resumed around 8 am ET with minimal cancellations but residual delays, impacting thousands of passengers during a peak travel period.
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20% Bias Score
Sanctioned Russian Ship Sinks in Mediterranean, Two Missing
The Ursa Major, a Russian cargo ship owned by the sanctioned Oboronlogistika, sank in the Mediterranean Sea after an explosion, leaving two crew members missing; the ship was carrying cranes destined for Vladivostok, according to the company, but conflicting reports claim it was transporting militar...
Sanctioned Russian Ship Sinks in Mediterranean, Two Missing
The Ursa Major, a Russian cargo ship owned by the sanctioned Oboronlogistika, sank in the Mediterranean Sea after an explosion, leaving two crew members missing; the ship was carrying cranes destined for Vladivostok, according to the company, but conflicting reports claim it was transporting militar...
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40% Bias Score
Slovak PM Fico Meets Putin Amidst EU Divisions on Ukraine
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Sunday, discussing the international situation and Russian gas deliveries to Slovakia, which are set to end this year. Fico's visit, following his election on a pro-Russia platform, highlights divisions within the EU regarding...
Slovak PM Fico Meets Putin Amidst EU Divisions on Ukraine
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Sunday, discussing the international situation and Russian gas deliveries to Slovakia, which are set to end this year. Fico's visit, following his election on a pro-Russia platform, highlights divisions within the EU regarding...
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44% Bias Score
Mozambique's Election: Frelimo Victory Sparks Deadly Protests
Following Mozambique's October election, the Constitutional Council confirmed Frelimo's victory, sparking massive protests and at least 130 deaths; Western observers and opposition parties allege the vote was rigged, resulting in post-election unrest that has already impacted businesses and cross-bo...
Mozambique's Election: Frelimo Victory Sparks Deadly Protests
Following Mozambique's October election, the Constitutional Council confirmed Frelimo's victory, sparking massive protests and at least 130 deaths; Western observers and opposition parties allege the vote was rigged, resulting in post-election unrest that has already impacted businesses and cross-bo...
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40% Bias Score
Ho Chi Minh City Opens First Metro Line After 12 Years
Ho Chi Minh City opened its first metro line on Sunday, after 12 years of construction, spanning 14 stations from Ben Thanh Market to Suoi Tien Theme Park, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion and includes free rides for the first month.
Ho Chi Minh City Opens First Metro Line After 12 Years
Ho Chi Minh City opened its first metro line on Sunday, after 12 years of construction, spanning 14 stations from Ben Thanh Market to Suoi Tien Theme Park, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion and includes free rides for the first month.
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32% Bias Score
Biden to Decide Fate of Nippon Steel's US Steel Acquisition Amidst National Security Concerns
President Biden will decide the fate of Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of US Steel after a government committee failed to reach a consensus on whether the deal poses a national security risk; the deal is also under antitrust review, and President-elect Trump has vowed to block it.
Biden to Decide Fate of Nippon Steel's US Steel Acquisition Amidst National Security Concerns
President Biden will decide the fate of Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of US Steel after a government committee failed to reach a consensus on whether the deal poses a national security risk; the deal is also under antitrust review, and President-elect Trump has vowed to block it.
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48% Bias Score
California Storm Causes Pier Collapse, One Death
A powerful storm in California caused a pier collapse injuring three, a beach fatality from debris, and significant coastal flooding, prompting evacuations and ongoing high surf warnings until Tuesday.
California Storm Causes Pier Collapse, One Death
A powerful storm in California caused a pier collapse injuring three, a beach fatality from debris, and significant coastal flooding, prompting evacuations and ongoing high surf warnings until Tuesday.
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24% Bias Score
Parker Solar Probe Makes Closest-Ever Approach to the Sun
On Christmas Eve 2023, NASA's Parker Solar Probe completed a record-breaking flyby of the sun, coming within 3.8 million miles at 430,000 mph, to gather data on solar wind, coronal heating, and coronal mass ejections, potentially improving our ability to predict solar storms.
Parker Solar Probe Makes Closest-Ever Approach to the Sun
On Christmas Eve 2023, NASA's Parker Solar Probe completed a record-breaking flyby of the sun, coming within 3.8 million miles at 430,000 mph, to gather data on solar wind, coronal heating, and coronal mass ejections, potentially improving our ability to predict solar storms.
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36% Bias Score
Her Story" sparks debate in China
Her Story," a Chinese comedy released November 22, earned over $93 million, becoming the top-grossing film for 17 days; its celebration of empowered women sparked both widespread praise and conservative backlash.
Her Story" sparks debate in China
Her Story," a Chinese comedy released November 22, earned over $93 million, becoming the top-grossing film for 17 days; its celebration of empowered women sparked both widespread praise and conservative backlash.
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52% Bias Score
Venezuelan Opposition Members Under Siege in Caracas
Five Venezuelan opposition members, seeking asylum in the Argentine ambassador's residence in Caracas since March, are under siege by Venezuelan security forces who have cut off their electricity and are increasingly monitoring the residence, highlighting the ongoing political crisis in Venezuela.
Venezuelan Opposition Members Under Siege in Caracas
Five Venezuelan opposition members, seeking asylum in the Argentine ambassador's residence in Caracas since March, are under siege by Venezuelan security forces who have cut off their electricity and are increasingly monitoring the residence, highlighting the ongoing political crisis in Venezuela.
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40% Bias Score
Container Store Files for Bankruptcy Amid Retail Downturn
The Container Store, facing $230 million in debt and declining sales, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Sunday; the company plans to restructure and remain operational during a 35-day process, receiving $40 million in new financing.
Container Store Files for Bankruptcy Amid Retail Downturn
The Container Store, facing $230 million in debt and declining sales, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Sunday; the company plans to restructure and remain operational during a 35-day process, receiving $40 million in new financing.
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40% Bias Score