16 Spanish Citizens Imprisoned in Venezuela Amidst Widespread Human Rights Abuses
Sixteen Spanish citizens are imprisoned in Venezuela, including SofĂa SahagĂșn, arrested in October. Human rights organizations are demanding their release, citing the broader context of 1,903 political prisoners in Venezuela, highlighting the Maduro regime's human rights abuses.
16 Spanish Citizens Imprisoned in Venezuela Amidst Widespread Human Rights Abuses
Sixteen Spanish citizens are imprisoned in Venezuela, including SofĂa SahagĂșn, arrested in October. Human rights organizations are demanding their release, citing the broader context of 1,903 political prisoners in Venezuela, highlighting the Maduro regime's human rights abuses.
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52% Bias Score
Norris Wins Abu Dhabi GP, Secures Constructors' Championship for McLaren
In the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Lando Norris secured victory for McLaren, winning the Constructors' Championship for the first time since 1998; Carlos Sainz finished second in his final race for Ferrari, while Charles Leclerc came in third.
Norris Wins Abu Dhabi GP, Secures Constructors' Championship for McLaren
In the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Lando Norris secured victory for McLaren, winning the Constructors' Championship for the first time since 1998; Carlos Sainz finished second in his final race for Ferrari, while Charles Leclerc came in third.
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40% Bias Score
PSOE-M's LĂłpez Vows to Reclaim Madrid from Ayuso
Ăscar LĂłpez, the new PSOE-M secretary general, aims to wrest control of Madrid from Isabel DĂaz Ayuso's PP, emphasizing democratic regeneration and countering alleged corruption, while his appointment without a vote has drawn criticism.
PSOE-M's LĂłpez Vows to Reclaim Madrid from Ayuso
Ăscar LĂłpez, the new PSOE-M secretary general, aims to wrest control of Madrid from Isabel DĂaz Ayuso's PP, emphasizing democratic regeneration and countering alleged corruption, while his appointment without a vote has drawn criticism.
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64% Bias Score
Syrian Rebels Claim to Encircle Damascus Amid Major Offensive
Syrian rebels claim to be encircling Damascus after capturing several towns near the capital, while the Syrian army denies withdrawing. Over 1,000 Syrian soldiers crossed into Iraq, and the rebels continue their advance, raising concerns about the Assad regime's stability.
Syrian Rebels Claim to Encircle Damascus Amid Major Offensive
Syrian rebels claim to be encircling Damascus after capturing several towns near the capital, while the Syrian army denies withdrawing. Over 1,000 Syrian soldiers crossed into Iraq, and the rebels continue their advance, raising concerns about the Assad regime's stability.
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44% Bias Score
Macron Hosts Trump and Zelenskyy Amidst French Political Crisis and Notre Dame Reopening
French President Macron met with US President-elect Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at the ĂlysĂ©e Palace before Notre Dame's reopening, amid a French political crisis and contrasting views on Ukraine aid.
Macron Hosts Trump and Zelenskyy Amidst French Political Crisis and Notre Dame Reopening
French President Macron met with US President-elect Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at the ĂlysĂ©e Palace before Notre Dame's reopening, amid a French political crisis and contrasting views on Ukraine aid.
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36% Bias Score
"Wicked"'s Surprise Best Picture Win Upends Early Oscar Race
The National Board of Review's unexpected choice of Jon M. Chu's "Wicked" as Best Picture, along with several acting awards, shakes up the early Oscar race, contrasting with wins at Cannes and Venice.
"Wicked"'s Surprise Best Picture Win Upends Early Oscar Race
The National Board of Review's unexpected choice of Jon M. Chu's "Wicked" as Best Picture, along with several acting awards, shakes up the early Oscar race, contrasting with wins at Cannes and Venice.
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44% Bias Score
Russia Intensifies Dnipro River Attacks Amidst Peace Negotiation Strategy
Facing escalating Russian attacks on the lower Dnipro River, Ukraine asserts that Russia's actions are primarily intended to strengthen its negotiating position ahead of potential peace talks, rather than a major offensive; however, civilian casualties from these attacks continue to rise.
Russia Intensifies Dnipro River Attacks Amidst Peace Negotiation Strategy
Facing escalating Russian attacks on the lower Dnipro River, Ukraine asserts that Russia's actions are primarily intended to strengthen its negotiating position ahead of potential peace talks, rather than a major offensive; however, civilian casualties from these attacks continue to rise.
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44% Bias Score
Euskotren's Ecuadorian Debt Pursuit: \$21,550 Annual Cost for Unpaid \$7.7 Million
Euskotren, a Basque public transport company, maintains an inactive office in Cuenca, Ecuador since 2017 to recover a \$7.7 million debt from the city council, stemming from a failed tram project; despite annual losses and lack of progress, the company invests \$21,550 yearly to pursue the debt.
Euskotren's Ecuadorian Debt Pursuit: \$21,550 Annual Cost for Unpaid \$7.7 Million
Euskotren, a Basque public transport company, maintains an inactive office in Cuenca, Ecuador since 2017 to recover a \$7.7 million debt from the city council, stemming from a failed tram project; despite annual losses and lack of progress, the company invests \$21,550 yearly to pursue the debt.
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40% Bias Score
South Korean President Faces Impeachment Amid Martial Law Scandal
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol apologized for declaring martial law after facing a unanimous opposition vote to overturn the decree. An impeachment motion alleging treason is being voted on today, with investigations underway for actions taken during the martial law period. The opposition also...
South Korean President Faces Impeachment Amid Martial Law Scandal
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol apologized for declaring martial law after facing a unanimous opposition vote to overturn the decree. An impeachment motion alleging treason is being voted on today, with investigations underway for actions taken during the martial law period. The opposition also...
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52% Bias Score
US Investigates Spain for Blocking Arms Shipments to Israel
The US launched an investigation into Spain for allegedly denying port access to at least three cargo ships carrying US weapons to Israel, potentially leading to millions of dollars in fines. Two incidents involved Maersk ships in November; one involved the Marianne Danica in May, and Spain's foreig...
US Investigates Spain for Blocking Arms Shipments to Israel
The US launched an investigation into Spain for allegedly denying port access to at least three cargo ships carrying US weapons to Israel, potentially leading to millions of dollars in fines. Two incidents involved Maersk ships in November; one involved the Marianne Danica in May, and Spain's foreig...
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44% Bias Score
Spanish Minister Rejects Bribery Accusations Against Predecessor
Spanish Transport Minister Ăscar Puente rejects businessman VĂctor de Aldama's bribery allegations against former Minister JosĂ© Luis Ăbalos, citing an analysis of seven projects showing only one was tendered during Ăbalos's term with no irregularities; the rest predate his term, postdate it, or were...
Spanish Minister Rejects Bribery Accusations Against Predecessor
Spanish Transport Minister Ăscar Puente rejects businessman VĂctor de Aldama's bribery allegations against former Minister JosĂ© Luis Ăbalos, citing an analysis of seven projects showing only one was tendered during Ăbalos's term with no irregularities; the rest predate his term, postdate it, or were...
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56% Bias Score
JxCat Cautions Against Optimism in Immigration Competence Transfer Negotiations with PSOE
Jordi Turull of Junts per Catalunya cautioned against overly optimistic assessments of negotiations with the PSOE over the transfer of immigration competences to Catalonia, despite Prime Minister Pedro SĂĄnchez's confidence. Significant issues remain unresolved, potentially delaying the agreement.
JxCat Cautions Against Optimism in Immigration Competence Transfer Negotiations with PSOE
Jordi Turull of Junts per Catalunya cautioned against overly optimistic assessments of negotiations with the PSOE over the transfer of immigration competences to Catalonia, despite Prime Minister Pedro SĂĄnchez's confidence. Significant issues remain unresolved, potentially delaying the agreement.
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36% Bias Score