Sweden Deploys Hundreds of Soldiers to Latvia in Largest NATO Deployment
On Saturday, hundreds of Swedish soldiers, along with mechanized infantry units, arrived in Latvia to join a Canadian-led NATO brigade near the border with Russia and Belarus, representing Sweden's largest NATO deployment yet, a direct response to heightened tensions following the Russian invasion o...
Sweden Deploys Hundreds of Soldiers to Latvia in Largest NATO Deployment
On Saturday, hundreds of Swedish soldiers, along with mechanized infantry units, arrived in Latvia to join a Canadian-led NATO brigade near the border with Russia and Belarus, representing Sweden's largest NATO deployment yet, a direct response to heightened tensions following the Russian invasion o...
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EU Welcomes Gaza Ceasefire, Emphasizes Two-State Solution
The EU praised a Gaza ceasefire agreement brokered by the US, Egypt, and Qatar, ending over 15 months of conflict and hostage situations, and enabling humanitarian aid access; the EU is committed to a two-state solution and will support the Palestinian Authority.
EU Welcomes Gaza Ceasefire, Emphasizes Two-State Solution
The EU praised a Gaza ceasefire agreement brokered by the US, Egypt, and Qatar, ending over 15 months of conflict and hostage situations, and enabling humanitarian aid access; the EU is committed to a two-state solution and will support the Palestinian Authority.
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Childhood Obesity Linked to Increased Relapse and Death Risk in Pediatric Cancer
A Canadian study of over 11,000 pediatric cancer patients (ages 2-19) revealed that obese children had a 16% higher relapse risk and a 29% higher death risk within five years, emphasizing the urgent need to address childhood obesity due to its significant impact on cancer outcomes.
Childhood Obesity Linked to Increased Relapse and Death Risk in Pediatric Cancer
A Canadian study of over 11,000 pediatric cancer patients (ages 2-19) revealed that obese children had a 16% higher relapse risk and a 29% higher death risk within five years, emphasizing the urgent need to address childhood obesity due to its significant impact on cancer outcomes.
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MEPs Urge EU Commission to Investigate Elon Musk's X for DSA Violations
Thirty-eight MEPs urged the European Commission to investigate whether Elon Musk's actions on X violate the DSA, citing his support for Germany's AfD and controversial posts on Irish immigration, following the Commission's July finding of X's non-compliance.
MEPs Urge EU Commission to Investigate Elon Musk's X for DSA Violations
Thirty-eight MEPs urged the European Commission to investigate whether Elon Musk's actions on X violate the DSA, citing his support for Germany's AfD and controversial posts on Irish immigration, following the Commission's July finding of X's non-compliance.
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UN Pledges $3.32 Billion for Ukraine Amid Concerns Over Potential US Policy Shift
UN officials visited Kyiv to discuss increasing humanitarian aid for Ukraine, launching a $3.32 billion appeal as President Zelenskyy met with UK PM Starmer, signing a century-long partnership agreement amid concerns over potential shifts in US support under a Trump presidency.
UN Pledges $3.32 Billion for Ukraine Amid Concerns Over Potential US Policy Shift
UN officials visited Kyiv to discuss increasing humanitarian aid for Ukraine, launching a $3.32 billion appeal as President Zelenskyy met with UK PM Starmer, signing a century-long partnership agreement amid concerns over potential shifts in US support under a Trump presidency.
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The Last Republican": Kinzinger's Fight for Accountability
Steve Pink's documentary "The Last Republican" chronicles Congressman Adam Kinzinger's fight to hold Donald Trump accountable for the January 6th Capitol attack, showcasing the political fallout and personal risks involved, and will premiere at the 27th Thessaloniki International Documentary Festiva...
The Last Republican": Kinzinger's Fight for Accountability
Steve Pink's documentary "The Last Republican" chronicles Congressman Adam Kinzinger's fight to hold Donald Trump accountable for the January 6th Capitol attack, showcasing the political fallout and personal risks involved, and will premiere at the 27th Thessaloniki International Documentary Festiva...
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Three Killed in Russian Attack on Kyiv; Ukraine Strikes Back in Russia
At least three people were killed in a Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv, Ukraine, on Saturday; Ukraine also launched drone attacks on industrial areas in Russia's Kaluga and Tula regions, causing fires at oil facilities.
Three Killed in Russian Attack on Kyiv; Ukraine Strikes Back in Russia
At least three people were killed in a Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv, Ukraine, on Saturday; Ukraine also launched drone attacks on industrial areas in Russia's Kaluga and Tula regions, causing fires at oil facilities.
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People's March" 2024: Smaller Scale, Broader Focus
The "People's March", a significantly smaller successor to the 2017 "Women's March", will take place in Washington D.C. on Saturday, focusing on issues such as women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, immigration, climate, and democracy; organizers aim for sustained activism, not just a single event.
People's March" 2024: Smaller Scale, Broader Focus
The "People's March", a significantly smaller successor to the 2017 "Women's March", will take place in Washington D.C. on Saturday, focusing on issues such as women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, immigration, climate, and democracy; organizers aim for sustained activism, not just a single event.
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36% Bias Score
Greece Condemned by ECtHR for Illegal Pushback
The European Court of Human Rights condemned Greece for illegally pushing back Aise Erdogan to Turkey in 2019, violating her rights and setting a precedent for future cases of illegal pushbacks; the court also criticized the lack of an effective criminal investigation by the Greek authorities.
Greece Condemned by ECtHR for Illegal Pushback
The European Court of Human Rights condemned Greece for illegally pushing back Aise Erdogan to Turkey in 2019, violating her rights and setting a precedent for future cases of illegal pushbacks; the court also criticized the lack of an effective criminal investigation by the Greek authorities.
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Lithuania to become NATO's top defense spender
Lithuania will raise its defense spending to 5-6% of its GDP from 2026, exceeding all other NATO countries, due to the ongoing threat of Russian aggression, as announced by President Gitanas Nauseda on Friday.
Lithuania to become NATO's top defense spender
Lithuania will raise its defense spending to 5-6% of its GDP from 2026, exceeding all other NATO countries, due to the ongoing threat of Russian aggression, as announced by President Gitanas Nauseda on Friday.
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Last-Minute Crisis Halts Gaza Ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that a last-minute crisis with Hamas is preventing approval of a Gaza ceasefire agreement and the release of dozens of hostages; at least 70 Palestinians died in overnight airstrikes, and 46,000 have died since the war began, according to the Gaza ...
Last-Minute Crisis Halts Gaza Ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that a last-minute crisis with Hamas is preventing approval of a Gaza ceasefire agreement and the release of dozens of hostages; at least 70 Palestinians died in overnight airstrikes, and 46,000 have died since the war began, according to the Gaza ...
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Sweden to revoke citizenship from dual nationals who commit security threats or obtain passports fraudulently
Sweden will amend its constitution to revoke citizenship from dual nationals who commit national security crimes or fraudulently obtain passports, reflecting a hardening stance on immigration amid concerns about extremism and organized crime; the changes will take effect in June 2026.
Sweden to revoke citizenship from dual nationals who commit security threats or obtain passports fraudulently
Sweden will amend its constitution to revoke citizenship from dual nationals who commit national security crimes or fraudulently obtain passports, reflecting a hardening stance on immigration amid concerns about extremism and organized crime; the changes will take effect in June 2026.
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40% Bias Score