Smartphones Fuel Rise in US School Violence
At Revere High School in Massachusetts, a large school fight broke out on the third day of a new "no phones" policy, highlighting a national trend where smartphones are used to organize, film, and spread videos of school violence; the incident involved over ten boys and resulted in injuries, showcas...
Smartphones Fuel Rise in US School Violence
At Revere High School in Massachusetts, a large school fight broke out on the third day of a new "no phones" policy, highlighting a national trend where smartphones are used to organize, film, and spread videos of school violence; the incident involved over ten boys and resulted in injuries, showcas...
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36% Bias Score
US Dollar Poised for Further Gains Amidst Trump Victory Bets
Wall Street forecasts further US dollar gains, potentially reaching parity with the Euro by 2025, driven by market bets on a Donald Trump victory and expectations of his inflationary policies.
US Dollar Poised for Further Gains Amidst Trump Victory Bets
Wall Street forecasts further US dollar gains, potentially reaching parity with the Euro by 2025, driven by market bets on a Donald Trump victory and expectations of his inflationary policies.
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40% Bias Score
Moscow Assassination Underscores Ukraine War's Proximity
Major General Igor Kirillov and his aide were killed by an explosion in Moscow on Tuesday morning; the attack, likely a targeted assassination, brings the realities of the war in Ukraine closer to home for many Russians and is interpreted by some as a potential catalyst for escalation.
Moscow Assassination Underscores Ukraine War's Proximity
Major General Igor Kirillov and his aide were killed by an explosion in Moscow on Tuesday morning; the attack, likely a targeted assassination, brings the realities of the war in Ukraine closer to home for many Russians and is interpreted by some as a potential catalyst for escalation.
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44% Bias Score
MEPs Urge Stronger EU Defense Amid Growing Global Instability
Two EPP MEPs, Mr. Meimarakis and Mr. Halicki, call for a significant increase in EU defense spending and capabilities in a joint article published today, citing Russia and China's significant defense budget increases and warning of a potential full-scale Russian attack within five years.
MEPs Urge Stronger EU Defense Amid Growing Global Instability
Two EPP MEPs, Mr. Meimarakis and Mr. Halicki, call for a significant increase in EU defense spending and capabilities in a joint article published today, citing Russia and China's significant defense budget increases and warning of a potential full-scale Russian attack within five years.
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48% Bias Score
Bitcoin Surpasses $100,000 Amidst Evolving Wall Street Sentiment
Bitcoin's price exceeded $100,000 after 15 years, reaching a $2 trillion market cap, despite initial skepticism from major Wall Street figures; however, their views have evolved due to increased institutional adoption and the impact of political expectations, leading to a crypto market capitalizatio...
Bitcoin Surpasses $100,000 Amidst Evolving Wall Street Sentiment
Bitcoin's price exceeded $100,000 after 15 years, reaching a $2 trillion market cap, despite initial skepticism from major Wall Street figures; however, their views have evolved due to increased institutional adoption and the impact of political expectations, leading to a crypto market capitalizatio...
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44% Bias Score
Greek Economy Projected to Grow 2.2-2.4% in 2025
Greece's State Budget Office projects 2.2-2.4% economic growth in 2025, driven by private consumption and exports, with a realistic goal of €2.5 billion annually from reduced tax evasion; Q3 2024 saw 2.4% GDP growth.
Greek Economy Projected to Grow 2.2-2.4% in 2025
Greece's State Budget Office projects 2.2-2.4% economic growth in 2025, driven by private consumption and exports, with a realistic goal of €2.5 billion annually from reduced tax evasion; Q3 2024 saw 2.4% GDP growth.
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32% Bias Score
Syria Ceasefire Extended Amidst Ongoing Conflict and High Casualties
A US-brokered ceasefire between pro-Kurdish and pro-Turkish forces in northern Syria's Manbij has been extended until the end of the week following intense fighting that killed 218 people; UN envoy warns of potential further escalation.
Syria Ceasefire Extended Amidst Ongoing Conflict and High Casualties
A US-brokered ceasefire between pro-Kurdish and pro-Turkish forces in northern Syria's Manbij has been extended until the end of the week following intense fighting that killed 218 people; UN envoy warns of potential further escalation.
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32% Bias Score
SpaceX Faces Federal Probes Over National Security Concerns
Elon Musk and his SpaceX company are under investigation by three US federal agencies for potential breaches of national security protocols concerning classified information and contacts with foreign leaders, raising concerns among US allies.
SpaceX Faces Federal Probes Over National Security Concerns
Elon Musk and his SpaceX company are under investigation by three US federal agencies for potential breaches of national security protocols concerning classified information and contacts with foreign leaders, raising concerns among US allies.
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40% Bias Score
HELLENiQ ENERGY to Consolidate Energy Assets, Aiming for IPO
HELLENiQ ENERGY plans to consolidate its gas and electricity operations under a single entity, aiming for an IPO after divesting DEPA Trading; the plan involves integrating renewable energy sources, energy storage, and existing gas units to boost market share and offer competitive products, includin...
HELLENiQ ENERGY to Consolidate Energy Assets, Aiming for IPO
HELLENiQ ENERGY plans to consolidate its gas and electricity operations under a single entity, aiming for an IPO after divesting DEPA Trading; the plan involves integrating renewable energy sources, energy storage, and existing gas units to boost market share and offer competitive products, includin...
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40% Bias Score
Piraeus Bank Forecasts €10 Billion Credit Expansion, Strong Growth
Piraeus Bank projects a €10 billion net credit expansion over four years, driven by strong business loan demand and Recovery Fund participation, aiming for a 2.7% net interest margin and increased dividend payouts.
Piraeus Bank Forecasts €10 Billion Credit Expansion, Strong Growth
Piraeus Bank projects a €10 billion net credit expansion over four years, driven by strong business loan demand and Recovery Fund participation, aiming for a 2.7% net interest margin and increased dividend payouts.
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52% Bias Score
EU Launches €10.6 Billion SpaceRISE Project to Rival Starlink
The European Union approved the SpaceRISE project, a €10.6 billion initiative involving 290 satellites to improve cybersecurity and offer a European alternative to Starlink, with the first communications expected by 2030.
EU Launches €10.6 Billion SpaceRISE Project to Rival Starlink
The European Union approved the SpaceRISE project, a €10.6 billion initiative involving 290 satellites to improve cybersecurity and offer a European alternative to Starlink, with the first communications expected by 2030.
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36% Bias Score
Greece's VAT Gap Narrows Significantly in 2022
Greece's VAT gap fell by 3.8 percentage points in 2022 to 13.7% of expected revenue, representing a €2.959 billion reduction and ranking fourth-best in the EU. This success is attributed to anti-tax evasion measures and potentially allows further tax cuts, though a significant gap remains.
Greece's VAT Gap Narrows Significantly in 2022
Greece's VAT gap fell by 3.8 percentage points in 2022 to 13.7% of expected revenue, representing a €2.959 billion reduction and ranking fourth-best in the EU. This success is attributed to anti-tax evasion measures and potentially allows further tax cuts, though a significant gap remains.
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24% Bias Score