German Study Finds No Link Between Immigration and Crime Rates
An Ifo Institute study found no correlation between immigration and crime rates in German districts from 2018-2023, contradicting claims by some parties linking higher migrant populations to increased crime; however, recent violent acts committed by immigrants have shifted public focus towards perce...
German Study Finds No Link Between Immigration and Crime Rates
An Ifo Institute study found no correlation between immigration and crime rates in German districts from 2018-2023, contradicting claims by some parties linking higher migrant populations to increased crime; however, recent violent acts committed by immigrants have shifted public focus towards perce...
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48% Bias Score
Germany Sees Surge in Antibiotic Prescriptions
Germany experienced an 18.4% increase in antibiotic prescriptions in 2023, reaching 36.1 million packages—a level exceeding pre-pandemic numbers and costing €792 million, while reserve antibiotic use remains high despite a decrease in veterinary use.
Germany Sees Surge in Antibiotic Prescriptions
Germany experienced an 18.4% increase in antibiotic prescriptions in 2023, reaching 36.1 million packages—a level exceeding pre-pandemic numbers and costing €792 million, while reserve antibiotic use remains high despite a decrease in veterinary use.
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36% Bias Score
Gießen District Demands Increased Funding Amidst Budget Crisis
The district of Gießen and its municipalities issued an unprecedented joint statement demanding more funding and less regulation from federal and state governments due to severe budget shortfalls and increased statutory obligations, jeopardizing public services.
Gießen District Demands Increased Funding Amidst Budget Crisis
The district of Gießen and its municipalities issued an unprecedented joint statement demanding more funding and less regulation from federal and state governments due to severe budget shortfalls and increased statutory obligations, jeopardizing public services.
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56% Bias Score
Frankfurt's "Gloria" Tower: Design and Construction
Henning Larsen Architects' design for Frankfurt's "Gloria" skyscraper, a 195-meter-high mixed-use building with offices, hotel, and cultural spaces, prioritizes historical preservation of an adjacent building and begins construction in 2024, despite pending lease agreements, to be completed by 2030.
Frankfurt's "Gloria" Tower: Design and Construction
Henning Larsen Architects' design for Frankfurt's "Gloria" skyscraper, a 195-meter-high mixed-use building with offices, hotel, and cultural spaces, prioritizes historical preservation of an adjacent building and begins construction in 2024, despite pending lease agreements, to be completed by 2030.
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44% Bias Score
German TV Host Accused of Antisemitic Behavior
Following a guest appearance on the German TV show "Hallo Hessen," Prof. Haya Schulmann, a cybersecurity professor, accuses the host of antisemitic behavior after the host reacted negatively to learning her name, Haya, is of Israeli origin; the Hessischer Rundfunk disputes the accusation.
German TV Host Accused of Antisemitic Behavior
Following a guest appearance on the German TV show "Hallo Hessen," Prof. Haya Schulmann, a cybersecurity professor, accuses the host of antisemitic behavior after the host reacted negatively to learning her name, Haya, is of Israeli origin; the Hessischer Rundfunk disputes the accusation.
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52% Bias Score
Four Deputy Mayors Resign, Sparking Calls for New York City Mayor's Resignation
Amid criticism, four New York City deputy mayors resigned, prompting calls for Mayor Eric Adams's resignation due to alleged alignment with the Trump administration on immigration and concerns over political interference in the justice system, leading to the resignation of several state attorneys wh...
Four Deputy Mayors Resign, Sparking Calls for New York City Mayor's Resignation
Amid criticism, four New York City deputy mayors resigned, prompting calls for Mayor Eric Adams's resignation due to alleged alignment with the Trump administration on immigration and concerns over political interference in the justice system, leading to the resignation of several state attorneys wh...
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48% Bias Score
EU's "Clean Industrial Deal" to Boost Green Tech Competitiveness
The EU Commission proposes a "Clean Industrial Deal" to boost its green tech sector through 'Buy European' policies, aiming for 40% EU-made components in green products, backed by €480 billion in investments and reforms to public procurement rules to address high energy costs and prevent deindustria...
EU's "Clean Industrial Deal" to Boost Green Tech Competitiveness
The EU Commission proposes a "Clean Industrial Deal" to boost its green tech sector through 'Buy European' policies, aiming for 40% EU-made components in green products, backed by €480 billion in investments and reforms to public procurement rules to address high energy costs and prevent deindustria...
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40% Bias Score
Declining German-Chinese Trade Shifts US to Top Trading Partner
German-Chinese bilateral trade fell 3% in 2024 after a 15% drop in 2023, marking a 35-year low due to reduced Chinese demand for German goods and production shifts, leading to the US becoming Germany's top trading partner for the first time since 2015.
Declining German-Chinese Trade Shifts US to Top Trading Partner
German-Chinese bilateral trade fell 3% in 2024 after a 15% drop in 2023, marking a 35-year low due to reduced Chinese demand for German goods and production shifts, leading to the US becoming Germany's top trading partner for the first time since 2015.
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48% Bias Score
Germany's New Ministry for Digitalization: A Necessary Reform
Germany's planned Ministry for Digitalization aims to improve digital processes across public services, education, and security, but success depends on overcoming the country's fragmented federal structure and implementing a unified digital strategy.
Germany's New Ministry for Digitalization: A Necessary Reform
Germany's planned Ministry for Digitalization aims to improve digital processes across public services, education, and security, but success depends on overcoming the country's fragmented federal structure and implementing a unified digital strategy.
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56% Bias Score
Darmstadt Bundestag Election: Incumbents Face Tight Race Under New Electoral Rules
In Darmstadt's Bundestag election (February 23rd), incumbent Astrid Mannes (CDU) faces strong competition from fellow incumbent Andreas Larem (SPD) and newcomer Philip Krämer (Grüne), all with local government experience; a new electoral law limits seats per party based on second votes, affecting el...
Darmstadt Bundestag Election: Incumbents Face Tight Race Under New Electoral Rules
In Darmstadt's Bundestag election (February 23rd), incumbent Astrid Mannes (CDU) faces strong competition from fellow incumbent Andreas Larem (SPD) and newcomer Philip Krämer (Grüne), all with local government experience; a new electoral law limits seats per party based on second votes, affecting el...
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36% Bias Score
Turkey Cracks Down on Dissent Amidst Impending Peace Talks
Turkish authorities arrested 282 people for alleged PKK links and issued 60 more warrants, including against journalists and artists, amid anticipated peace talks with PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan, raising concerns about political motives and implications for upcoming elections.
Turkey Cracks Down on Dissent Amidst Impending Peace Talks
Turkish authorities arrested 282 people for alleged PKK links and issued 60 more warrants, including against journalists and artists, amid anticipated peace talks with PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan, raising concerns about political motives and implications for upcoming elections.
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40% Bias Score
Continental Cuts 3000 R&D Jobs Amid Restructuring
Continental, a German automotive supplier, announced it will cut 3000 jobs in its Automotive division's global R&D by the end of 2024 to improve competitiveness and reduce R&D costs, part of a broader restructuring plan ahead of a planned spin-off of the division.
Continental Cuts 3000 R&D Jobs Amid Restructuring
Continental, a German automotive supplier, announced it will cut 3000 jobs in its Automotive division's global R&D by the end of 2024 to improve competitiveness and reduce R&D costs, part of a broader restructuring plan ahead of a planned spin-off of the division.
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44% Bias Score