Magdeburg Market Attack Spurs Investigation into Security Failures
A Christmas market attack in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday resulted in an investigation into potential police and municipal criminal liability for failing to provide adequate security at an emergency entrance, as confirmed by the state Interior Ministry; approximately 3,000 neo-Nazis rallied in the ...
Magdeburg Market Attack Spurs Investigation into Security Failures
A Christmas market attack in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday resulted in an investigation into potential police and municipal criminal liability for failing to provide adequate security at an emergency entrance, as confirmed by the state Interior Ministry; approximately 3,000 neo-Nazis rallied in the ...
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36% Bias Score
Erdoğan Meets Bartholomew: Promises Aid for Syrian Christians, Halki Seminary
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew met with Turkish President Erdoğan for 30 minutes in Ankara to discuss the plight of Syrian Christians and the reopening of the Halki Seminary; Erdoğan reportedly showed interest and pledged support.
Erdoğan Meets Bartholomew: Promises Aid for Syrian Christians, Halki Seminary
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew met with Turkish President Erdoğan for 30 minutes in Ankara to discuss the plight of Syrian Christians and the reopening of the Halki Seminary; Erdoğan reportedly showed interest and pledged support.
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24% Bias Score
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Underscores Global Shift Away From US-Centric Trade
Faced with Donald Trump's protectionist trade policies, the EU finalized a major trade deal with the Mercosur bloc in South America, reducing tariffs on cars, machinery, and pharmaceuticals, potentially undermining US exporters and highlighting a broader global shift in trade partnerships.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Underscores Global Shift Away From US-Centric Trade
Faced with Donald Trump's protectionist trade policies, the EU finalized a major trade deal with the Mercosur bloc in South America, reducing tariffs on cars, machinery, and pharmaceuticals, potentially undermining US exporters and highlighting a broader global shift in trade partnerships.
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40% Bias Score
China Approves World's Largest Hydropower Dam in Tibet, Sparking Displacement and Environmental Concerns
China approved construction of the world's largest hydropower dam on Tibet's Yarlung Tsangpo River, raising concerns about community displacement and environmental impacts in India and Bangladesh; the project's cost is estimated at \$127 billion.
China Approves World's Largest Hydropower Dam in Tibet, Sparking Displacement and Environmental Concerns
China approved construction of the world's largest hydropower dam on Tibet's Yarlung Tsangpo River, raising concerns about community displacement and environmental impacts in India and Bangladesh; the project's cost is estimated at \$127 billion.
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40% Bias Score
Death of Renowned Cardiologist Spyros Moulopoulos at 98
Professor Spyros Moulopoulos, a 98-year-old Greek cardiologist and former NKUA rector, passed away on Friday. His groundbreaking inventions, including the Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump and his pioneering work in coronary angiography, significantly impacted global cardiology.
Death of Renowned Cardiologist Spyros Moulopoulos at 98
Professor Spyros Moulopoulos, a 98-year-old Greek cardiologist and former NKUA rector, passed away on Friday. His groundbreaking inventions, including the Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump and his pioneering work in coronary angiography, significantly impacted global cardiology.
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16% Bias Score
Russia Accuses Norwegian Ship of Refusal to Aid Sinking Vessel
The Russian cargo ship "Ursa Major" sank in the Mediterranean on Monday after an explosion, with 14 crew rescued. Russia accuses the Norwegian ship "Oslo Carrier 3" of refusing aid, while the "Oslo Carrier 3"'s company asserts it followed rescue coordination instructions. The incident has sparked a ...
Russia Accuses Norwegian Ship of Refusal to Aid Sinking Vessel
The Russian cargo ship "Ursa Major" sank in the Mediterranean on Monday after an explosion, with 14 crew rescued. Russia accuses the Norwegian ship "Oslo Carrier 3" of refusing aid, while the "Oslo Carrier 3"'s company asserts it followed rescue coordination instructions. The incident has sparked a ...
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Slovakia Offers to Host Ukraine Peace Talks
Slovakia offered to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, confirmed by its foreign minister, following a statement from Russian President Putin; this offer is notable given Slovakia's recent closer ties with Russia and cessation of military aid to Ukraine.
Slovakia Offers to Host Ukraine Peace Talks
Slovakia offered to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, confirmed by its foreign minister, following a statement from Russian President Putin; this offer is notable given Slovakia's recent closer ties with Russia and cessation of military aid to Ukraine.
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36% Bias Score
Greece Upgrades 112 Emergency System with New Technology
Greece is upgrading its 112 emergency system for 17.5 million euros, adding features like video calls, precise geolocation, and improved inter-agency coordination, aiming to enhance emergency response and accessibility for disabled individuals.
Greece Upgrades 112 Emergency System with New Technology
Greece is upgrading its 112 emergency system for 17.5 million euros, adding features like video calls, precise geolocation, and improved inter-agency coordination, aiming to enhance emergency response and accessibility for disabled individuals.
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32% Bias Score
US Banks Sue Federal Reserve Over Stress Test Lawsuit
Major US banks and banking associations sued the Federal Reserve, claiming its annual stress tests violate the law due to lack of transparency and procedural fairness, citing the Supreme Court's overturning of the Chevron Doctrine.
US Banks Sue Federal Reserve Over Stress Test Lawsuit
Major US banks and banking associations sued the Federal Reserve, claiming its annual stress tests violate the law due to lack of transparency and procedural fairness, citing the Supreme Court's overturning of the Chevron Doctrine.
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36% Bias Score
Reform UK's Surprise Success Shakes Up UK Politics
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party won 5 seats in the UK Parliament and garnered 14.3% of the vote in the recent general election, surpassing the Conservatives in membership numbers according to Farage and causing a public dispute.
Reform UK's Surprise Success Shakes Up UK Politics
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party won 5 seats in the UK Parliament and garnered 14.3% of the vote in the recent general election, surpassing the Conservatives in membership numbers according to Farage and causing a public dispute.
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48% Bias Score
Greek Student Housing Costs Surge 91.5% Since 2015
Greek student housing rental costs have skyrocketed 91.5% since 2015, with Athens and Patras seeing increases of 115.7% and 112.5% respectively, due to increased demand and short-term rentals, prompting private investment in new student housing.
Greek Student Housing Costs Surge 91.5% Since 2015
Greek student housing rental costs have skyrocketed 91.5% since 2015, with Athens and Patras seeing increases of 115.7% and 112.5% respectively, due to increased demand and short-term rentals, prompting private investment in new student housing.
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36% Bias Score
EU Unfazed by Trump's LNG Import Warning
Trump warned the EU to significantly increase US LNG imports or face tariffs; however, the EU is expected to comply, as this aligns with its energy diversification strategy away from Russia, with the European Commission President stating that this would be more cost-effective.
EU Unfazed by Trump's LNG Import Warning
Trump warned the EU to significantly increase US LNG imports or face tariffs; however, the EU is expected to comply, as this aligns with its energy diversification strategy away from Russia, with the European Commission President stating that this would be more cost-effective.
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44% Bias Score