EU Imposes Sanctions on Russia's "Shadow Fleet" of Oil Tankers
The EU imposed its 15th sanctions package on Russia on Wednesday, targeting a "shadow fleet" of around 50 tankers used to circumvent oil sale restrictions, along with several Chinese companies suspected of aiding Russian drone production, to combat the ongoing war in Ukraine.
EU Imposes Sanctions on Russia's "Shadow Fleet" of Oil Tankers
The EU imposed its 15th sanctions package on Russia on Wednesday, targeting a "shadow fleet" of around 50 tankers used to circumvent oil sale restrictions, along with several Chinese companies suspected of aiding Russian drone production, to combat the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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40% Bias Score
SpaceX Valuation Hits \$350 Billion
SpaceX's valuation soared to \$350 billion after a secondary stock offering, making it the world's most valuable private startup; the company bought back up to \$1.25 billion of its shares, increasing the stock price by 65%.
SpaceX Valuation Hits \$350 Billion
SpaceX's valuation soared to \$350 billion after a secondary stock offering, making it the world's most valuable private startup; the company bought back up to \$1.25 billion of its shares, increasing the stock price by 65%.
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52% Bias Score
China Simulates Taiwan Blockade After President's US Visit
China deployed approximately 90 naval and coast guard ships near Taiwan, simulating a port blockade, in response to President Lai Ching-te's recent US visit, escalating regional tensions and prompting Taiwan to demand an end to China's military activities.
China Simulates Taiwan Blockade After President's US Visit
China deployed approximately 90 naval and coast guard ships near Taiwan, simulating a port blockade, in response to President Lai Ching-te's recent US visit, escalating regional tensions and prompting Taiwan to demand an end to China's military activities.
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40% Bias Score
HTS Captures Damascus, Ending Assad's Rule in Syria
On November 29th, 2024, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebels captured Damascus, ending Bashar al-Assad's 53-year family rule in Syria; this followed significant rebel gains in Aleppo and Homs and Assad's subsequent flight to Moscow for asylum.
HTS Captures Damascus, Ending Assad's Rule in Syria
On November 29th, 2024, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) rebels captured Damascus, ending Bashar al-Assad's 53-year family rule in Syria; this followed significant rebel gains in Aleppo and Homs and Assad's subsequent flight to Moscow for asylum.
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44% Bias Score
"EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Sparks Farmer Protests Amid Environmental Concerns"
"The EU and Mercosur signed a free trade agreement after 25 years of negotiations, creating a massive free trade zone, but sparking immediate protests from European farmers concerned about unfair competition and the deal's impact on their livelihoods."
"EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Sparks Farmer Protests Amid Environmental Concerns"
"The EU and Mercosur signed a free trade agreement after 25 years of negotiations, creating a massive free trade zone, but sparking immediate protests from European farmers concerned about unfair competition and the deal's impact on their livelihoods."
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40% Bias Score
Syrian Rebels Take Damascus as Assad Flees
Syrian rebels seized Damascus, forcing President Bashar al-Assad to flee, following a swift advance that also captured Homs; a curfew was imposed, and the UN is relocating non-essential personnel.
Syrian Rebels Take Damascus as Assad Flees
Syrian rebels seized Damascus, forcing President Bashar al-Assad to flee, following a swift advance that also captured Homs; a curfew was imposed, and the UN is relocating non-essential personnel.
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64% Bias Score
EDF Raises Nuclear Power Generation Forecast for 2023
EDF predicts 358-364 TWh of nuclear energy production in 2023, a significant increase from the previous projection, driven by improved maintenance and a new reactor, despite regulatory challenges highlighted by CEO Luc Rémont.
EDF Raises Nuclear Power Generation Forecast for 2023
EDF predicts 358-364 TWh of nuclear energy production in 2023, a significant increase from the previous projection, driven by improved maintenance and a new reactor, despite regulatory challenges highlighted by CEO Luc Rémont.
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32% Bias Score
Russia to Supply North Korea with Fighter Jets in Exchange for Troops in Ukraine
Russia plans to provide North Korea with MiG-29 and Su-27 fighter jets in exchange for North Korean troops supporting Russia's war in Ukraine, according to US Indo-Pacific Command Admiral Samuel Paparo; North Korean troops are present in Russian combat zones, but not actively fighting.
Russia to Supply North Korea with Fighter Jets in Exchange for Troops in Ukraine
Russia plans to provide North Korea with MiG-29 and Su-27 fighter jets in exchange for North Korean troops supporting Russia's war in Ukraine, according to US Indo-Pacific Command Admiral Samuel Paparo; North Korean troops are present in Russian combat zones, but not actively fighting.
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44% Bias Score
EU Approves Poland's Temporary Suspension of Asylum Rights
The European Commission approved Poland's temporary suspension of asylum rights at its border with Belarus, citing a security threat posed by Russia and Belarus weaponizing migration flows; this decision applies to other EU states in similar circumstances and has raised concerns from human rights gr...
EU Approves Poland's Temporary Suspension of Asylum Rights
The European Commission approved Poland's temporary suspension of asylum rights at its border with Belarus, citing a security threat posed by Russia and Belarus weaponizing migration flows; this decision applies to other EU states in similar circumstances and has raised concerns from human rights gr...
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36% Bias Score
FIFA to Award 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia Amid Human Rights Concerns
Two days before the FIFA's official confirmation of Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 World Cup, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights pledged support for upholding migrant worker standards during preparations, amid concerns echoing the 2022 Qatar World Cup controversies and despite Saudi Ara...
FIFA to Award 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia Amid Human Rights Concerns
Two days before the FIFA's official confirmation of Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 World Cup, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights pledged support for upholding migrant worker standards during preparations, amid concerns echoing the 2022 Qatar World Cup controversies and despite Saudi Ara...
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40% Bias Score
EU to Review Policy on Syrian Group HTS After Assad's Fall
Following the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime, the European Union is reviewing its policy toward Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a powerful Islamist group previously designated a terrorist organization, prompting reconsideration of sanctions and refugee policies.
EU to Review Policy on Syrian Group HTS After Assad's Fall
Following the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime, the European Union is reviewing its policy toward Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a powerful Islamist group previously designated a terrorist organization, prompting reconsideration of sanctions and refugee policies.
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32% Bias Score
Syrian Rebel Leader Al-Golani's Image Transformation
Abu Muhammad al-Golani, leader of the Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has dramatically changed his public image, renouncing past ties to al-Qaeda and advocating for pluralism, following his group's takeover of Damascus after the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad.
Syrian Rebel Leader Al-Golani's Image Transformation
Abu Muhammad al-Golani, leader of the Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has dramatically changed his public image, renouncing past ties to al-Qaeda and advocating for pluralism, following his group's takeover of Damascus after the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad.
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40% Bias Score