Trump Envoy Reports Progress in Israeli Hostage Negotiations
President-elect Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, reported significant progress in negotiations to free Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, expressing hope for a resolution before Trump's January 20 inauguration; these talks involve the US, Qatar, and Egypt.
Trump Envoy Reports Progress in Israeli Hostage Negotiations
President-elect Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, reported significant progress in negotiations to free Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, expressing hope for a resolution before Trump's January 20 inauguration; these talks involve the US, Qatar, and Egypt.
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48% Bias Score
Gaza Clashes, Protests, and Diplomatic Efforts Amidst Rising Tensions
IDF Captain Eitan Shiknazi, 24, died in battle in northern Gaza; pro-Palestinian protestors in New York City demanded the release of a detained Gazan hospital director; Doha negotiators agreed on a plan for returning Gazan residents to the north; Amnesty International Israel was suspended for two ye...
Gaza Clashes, Protests, and Diplomatic Efforts Amidst Rising Tensions
IDF Captain Eitan Shiknazi, 24, died in battle in northern Gaza; pro-Palestinian protestors in New York City demanded the release of a detained Gazan hospital director; Doha negotiators agreed on a plan for returning Gazan residents to the north; Amnesty International Israel was suspended for two ye...
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20% Bias Score
Byzantine Monastery Unearthed Near Kiryat Gat
A large Byzantine-era monastery, including a unique mosaic floor and a sophisticated winepress, has been discovered near Kiryat Gat, Israel, highlighting the region's historical significance during the 5th-6th centuries CE.
Byzantine Monastery Unearthed Near Kiryat Gat
A large Byzantine-era monastery, including a unique mosaic floor and a sophisticated winepress, has been discovered near Kiryat Gat, Israel, highlighting the region's historical significance during the 5th-6th centuries CE.
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Amnesty International Suspends Israeli Branch Amidst Racism Accusations
Amnesty International's International Board suspended the Israeli branch's membership for two years due to accusations of anti-Palestinian racism and undermining of Amnesty's reports on Israel's actions in Gaza, prompting internal dissent and questions of bias within the organization.
Amnesty International Suspends Israeli Branch Amidst Racism Accusations
Amnesty International's International Board suspended the Israeli branch's membership for two years due to accusations of anti-Palestinian racism and undermining of Amnesty's reports on Israel's actions in Gaza, prompting internal dissent and questions of bias within the organization.
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Ashdod Port Smuggling Ring Busted: 100 Million Shekels in Tax Evasion Uncovered
A four-and-a-half-year undercover operation at Ashdod Port uncovered a massive smuggling and corruption ring involving nearly 100 million Shekels in tax evasion and money laundering, leading to the arrest of hundreds of suspects and ongoing criminal proceedings.
Ashdod Port Smuggling Ring Busted: 100 Million Shekels in Tax Evasion Uncovered
A four-and-a-half-year undercover operation at Ashdod Port uncovered a massive smuggling and corruption ring involving nearly 100 million Shekels in tax evasion and money laundering, leading to the arrest of hundreds of suspects and ongoing criminal proceedings.
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Germany Cuts Funding to Israeli Human Rights NGOs
The German government cut funding to Israeli human rights NGOs Zochrot and New Profile, reducing Zochrot's budget by 25% and New Profile's by 50%, following similar cuts to Palestinian NGOs; this has sparked criticism regarding its implications for human rights advocacy and freedom of expression.
Germany Cuts Funding to Israeli Human Rights NGOs
The German government cut funding to Israeli human rights NGOs Zochrot and New Profile, reducing Zochrot's budget by 25% and New Profile's by 50%, following similar cuts to Palestinian NGOs; this has sparked criticism regarding its implications for human rights advocacy and freedom of expression.
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44% Bias Score
Schama's "Belonging": Jewish History 1492-1900
Simon Schama's "The Story of the Jews: Belonging" chronicles Jewish history from 1492 to 1900, profiling key figures, examining the impact of antisemitism, and highlighting the complex interplay between Jewish identity, internal debates, and global events.
Schama's "Belonging": Jewish History 1492-1900
Simon Schama's "The Story of the Jews: Belonging" chronicles Jewish history from 1492 to 1900, profiling key figures, examining the impact of antisemitism, and highlighting the complex interplay between Jewish identity, internal debates, and global events.
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Trudeau Resigns Amidst Criticism, Internal Conflicts
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned on Monday due to plummeting approval ratings and internal party conflicts, amid criticism from Jewish leaders for his handling of antisemitism and Israel-related issues; he will remain as caretaker PM until a new leader is selected.
Trudeau Resigns Amidst Criticism, Internal Conflicts
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned on Monday due to plummeting approval ratings and internal party conflicts, amid criticism from Jewish leaders for his handling of antisemitism and Israel-related issues; he will remain as caretaker PM until a new leader is selected.
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Israeli Hostage Families Petition High Court Over Government Inaction
112 family members of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza filed a High Court petition, accusing the government of prioritizing other interests over the lives of 100 hostages held captive for 15 months, leading to the death of six, including Carmel Gat, and demanding immediate action to secure the...
Israeli Hostage Families Petition High Court Over Government Inaction
112 family members of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza filed a High Court petition, accusing the government of prioritizing other interests over the lives of 100 hostages held captive for 15 months, leading to the death of six, including Carmel Gat, and demanding immediate action to secure the...
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56% Bias Score
China's HMPV Surge Mirrors COVID-19, Raising Public Health Concerns
A surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China is overwhelming hospitals and raising concerns about a potential epidemic, mirroring the seasonal spikes seen during the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in an estimated 6.9 million deaths globally, according to the WHO, although studies sugges...
China's HMPV Surge Mirrors COVID-19, Raising Public Health Concerns
A surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China is overwhelming hospitals and raising concerns about a potential epidemic, mirroring the seasonal spikes seen during the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in an estimated 6.9 million deaths globally, according to the WHO, although studies sugges...
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Israeli Hospitals Overwhelmed by Severe Overcrowding Amidst Respiratory Illness Surge
Israel's hospitals are severely overcrowded, with internal medicine departments and emergency rooms exceeding capacity due to a surge in respiratory illnesses and staff shortages, forcing patients into hallways and cafeterias, while the peak of the illness season is yet to come.
Israeli Hospitals Overwhelmed by Severe Overcrowding Amidst Respiratory Illness Surge
Israel's hospitals are severely overcrowded, with internal medicine departments and emergency rooms exceeding capacity due to a surge in respiratory illnesses and staff shortages, forcing patients into hallways and cafeterias, while the peak of the illness season is yet to come.
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US Diverts $95 Million in Military Aid from Egypt to Lebanon
The Biden administration is diverting $95 million in military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to strengthen its armed forces, counter terrorism, and secure the Levant region, following congressional concerns over Egypt's human rights record; the funds were originally allocated to Egypt with human rights c...
US Diverts $95 Million in Military Aid from Egypt to Lebanon
The Biden administration is diverting $95 million in military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to strengthen its armed forces, counter terrorism, and secure the Levant region, following congressional concerns over Egypt's human rights record; the funds were originally allocated to Egypt with human rights c...
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40% Bias Score