Greenpeace Protests Fracking in Hungary, Cites Benzol Contamination
Greenpeace activists protested fracking in Nyékpuszta, Hungary, placing a "Stop fracking" banner on a drilling rig and presenting evidence of benzol levels exceeding safety limits, prompting calls for a shift towards renewable energy.
Greenpeace Protests Fracking in Hungary, Cites Benzol Contamination
Greenpeace activists protested fracking in Nyékpuszta, Hungary, placing a "Stop fracking" banner on a drilling rig and presenting evidence of benzol levels exceeding safety limits, prompting calls for a shift towards renewable energy.
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52% Bias Score
Syria's Interim Government Begins Work Amidst Euphoria and International Concerns
Following a power shift in Syria, an interim government led by Mohammed al-Basir has started work amid a euphoric atmosphere. The Islamist leader Abu Mohammad al-Golani promised to prevent further war. The EU urged against destabilization and emphasized maintaining Syria's territorial integrity.
Syria's Interim Government Begins Work Amidst Euphoria and International Concerns
Following a power shift in Syria, an interim government led by Mohammed al-Basir has started work amid a euphoric atmosphere. The Islamist leader Abu Mohammad al-Golani promised to prevent further war. The EU urged against destabilization and emphasized maintaining Syria's territorial integrity.
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40% Bias Score
Record Russian Gas Flow to China Exceeds Contractual Obligations
Russia's daily pipeline gas deliveries to China hit a record high on Saturday, exceeding annual contractual obligations and highlighting China's growing energy demand and Russia's successful pivot away from Western sanctions following the war in Ukraine.
Record Russian Gas Flow to China Exceeds Contractual Obligations
Russia's daily pipeline gas deliveries to China hit a record high on Saturday, exceeding annual contractual obligations and highlighting China's growing energy demand and Russia's successful pivot away from Western sanctions following the war in Ukraine.
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36% Bias Score
HTS Offensive in Syria: Homs Under Threat, Assad Family Flees
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham's offensive in Syria resulted in the capture of two towns near Homs, causing thousands to flee; the group also gained control over significant parts of Daraa and Deir ez-Zor governorates, while the Assad family reportedly fled to Moscow.
HTS Offensive in Syria: Homs Under Threat, Assad Family Flees
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham's offensive in Syria resulted in the capture of two towns near Homs, causing thousands to flee; the group also gained control over significant parts of Daraa and Deir ez-Zor governorates, while the Assad family reportedly fled to Moscow.
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44% Bias Score
Thunberg's Anti-Israel Speech at Mannheim Rally Sparks Outrage
Approximately 700 far-left protesters, including Greta Thunberg, rallied in Mannheim on Friday, expressing solidarity with Palestine and using anti-Semitic and anti-German slogans. Thunberg's speech, which included calls for Israel's destruction, and anti-German statements sparked widespread outrage...
Thunberg's Anti-Israel Speech at Mannheim Rally Sparks Outrage
Approximately 700 far-left protesters, including Greta Thunberg, rallied in Mannheim on Friday, expressing solidarity with Palestine and using anti-Semitic and anti-German slogans. Thunberg's speech, which included calls for Israel's destruction, and anti-German statements sparked widespread outrage...
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60% Bias Score
Hundreds of Suspected Russian Sabotage Attempts Reported Across Europe
Over 500 suspected Russian-linked cyberattacks, sabotage incidents, and assassination attempts were reported across Europe this year, aiming to destabilize Ukraine's allies and disrupt military aid, according to Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky.
Hundreds of Suspected Russian Sabotage Attempts Reported Across Europe
Over 500 suspected Russian-linked cyberattacks, sabotage incidents, and assassination attempts were reported across Europe this year, aiming to destabilize Ukraine's allies and disrupt military aid, according to Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky.
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44% Bias Score
Post-Assad Syria: Uncertainty and the Risk of Extremist Resurgence
Following the Syrian civil war's end, uncertainty about the transition and the potential for extremist resurgence dominates the international outlook. Mohammed al-Golani's role, foreign influence, and the refugees' return remain significant concerns.
Post-Assad Syria: Uncertainty and the Risk of Extremist Resurgence
Following the Syrian civil war's end, uncertainty about the transition and the potential for extremist resurgence dominates the international outlook. Mohammed al-Golani's role, foreign influence, and the refugees' return remain significant concerns.
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36% Bias Score
Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to Japanese Anti-Nuclear Group Amid Rising Global Nuclear Threats
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Nihon Hidankio, a Japanese anti-nuclear weapons organization led by 92-year-old Tanaka Terumi, a Nagasaki atomic bombing survivor, due to growing global nuclear threats and the lack of progress on disarmament, particularly concerning Russia's threats in Ukra...
Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to Japanese Anti-Nuclear Group Amid Rising Global Nuclear Threats
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Nihon Hidankio, a Japanese anti-nuclear weapons organization led by 92-year-old Tanaka Terumi, a Nagasaki atomic bombing survivor, due to growing global nuclear threats and the lack of progress on disarmament, particularly concerning Russia's threats in Ukra...
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44% Bias Score
Iran and Russia Evacuate Syria Amid Islamic State Advance
Iran and Russia are reportedly evacuating personnel from Syria amid a rapid Islamic State advance, signaling a potential shift in support for the Assad regime as rebels capture key cities like Aleppo and Hama.
Iran and Russia Evacuate Syria Amid Islamic State Advance
Iran and Russia are reportedly evacuating personnel from Syria amid a rapid Islamic State advance, signaling a potential shift in support for the Assad regime as rebels capture key cities like Aleppo and Hama.
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56% Bias Score
Notre-Dame Cathedral Reopens After 5.5-Year Restoration
The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris reopened on December 8th, 2024, after a €700 million, 5.5-year restoration following a 2019 fire that destroyed the spire and much of the roof; the cause remains undetermined.
Notre-Dame Cathedral Reopens After 5.5-Year Restoration
The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris reopened on December 8th, 2024, after a €700 million, 5.5-year restoration following a 2019 fire that destroyed the spire and much of the roof; the cause remains undetermined.
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40% Bias Score
Police Search Locations Linked to Former EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders
Belgian police searched locations linked to former EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders after his term ended, sparking a political controversy and raising questions about the scope and application of EU immunity; no charges have been filed.
Police Search Locations Linked to Former EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders
Belgian police searched locations linked to former EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders after his term ended, sparking a political controversy and raising questions about the scope and application of EU immunity; no charges have been filed.
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40% Bias Score
No-Confidence Vote Threatens French Government
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier faces a no-confidence vote, potentially toppling his government after using Article 49.3 to pass a controversial budget that cuts €40 billion in spending and raises taxes by €20 billion, sparking a crisis with Marine Le Pen leading the opposition.
No-Confidence Vote Threatens French Government
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier faces a no-confidence vote, potentially toppling his government after using Article 49.3 to pass a controversial budget that cuts €40 billion in spending and raises taxes by €20 billion, sparking a crisis with Marine Le Pen leading the opposition.
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48% Bias Score