Released French Officials: Moroccan Mediation Highlights Franco-Moroccan Reconciliation
Four French officials, detained in Burkina Faso since December 1, 2023, on espionage charges, have been released following Moroccan mediation, marking a significant step in the improving relations between France and Morocco after years of strained ties.
Released French Officials: Moroccan Mediation Highlights Franco-Moroccan Reconciliation
Four French officials, detained in Burkina Faso since December 1, 2023, on espionage charges, have been released following Moroccan mediation, marking a significant step in the improving relations between France and Morocco after years of strained ties.
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40% Bias Score
Russian Woman Arrested in France for Leading Global Money Laundering Network
Ekaterina Zhdanova, a Russian national described as a successful businesswoman, was arrested in Nice, France on October 1, 2023, for allegedly leading Smart Group, a global money laundering network investigated by British police and the US Treasury; three others have been charged in France, and anot...
Russian Woman Arrested in France for Leading Global Money Laundering Network
Ekaterina Zhdanova, a Russian national described as a successful businesswoman, was arrested in Nice, France on October 1, 2023, for allegedly leading Smart Group, a global money laundering network investigated by British police and the US Treasury; three others have been charged in France, and anot...
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48% Bias Score
Germany's Post-War Economic Model Hinders Adaptation, Leading to Sharp Decline
Germany's economy is facing a sharp decline, with GDP set to fall for a second year, impacting major industries like chemicals and metallurgy, and causing unprecedented factory closures due to the rigidity of its post-World War II economic model.
Germany's Post-War Economic Model Hinders Adaptation, Leading to Sharp Decline
Germany's economy is facing a sharp decline, with GDP set to fall for a second year, impacting major industries like chemicals and metallurgy, and causing unprecedented factory closures due to the rigidity of its post-World War II economic model.
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56% Bias Score
Quiet EU Expansion: Western Balkans Enlargement Proceeds Despite Lack of Public Debate
The European Union's eastward enlargement, including six Western Balkan nations and other countries, continues with negotiations and funding despite a notable lack of public and political discussion, contradicting the perception of Europe as a highly politicized subject.
Quiet EU Expansion: Western Balkans Enlargement Proceeds Despite Lack of Public Debate
The European Union's eastward enlargement, including six Western Balkan nations and other countries, continues with negotiations and funding despite a notable lack of public and political discussion, contradicting the perception of Europe as a highly politicized subject.
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48% Bias Score
France Adopts EU Green Fund Labeling Guidelines After Clarifications
After a delay, the French financial market authority (AMF) will implement European guidelines on green fund labeling, including the acceptance of green bonds from carbon-intensive energy companies, following clarifications from the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA).
France Adopts EU Green Fund Labeling Guidelines After Clarifications
After a delay, the French financial market authority (AMF) will implement European guidelines on green fund labeling, including the acceptance of green bonds from carbon-intensive energy companies, following clarifications from the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA).
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32% Bias Score
Vanuatu Earthquake: 9 Dead, Infrastructure Destroyed
A 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on December 17, 2023, causing at least 9 deaths, significant damage to infrastructure including the destruction of two major water reservoirs and the closure of Port Vila's main port, and potentially affecting 116,000 people. International aid is arriving.
Vanuatu Earthquake: 9 Dead, Infrastructure Destroyed
A 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on December 17, 2023, causing at least 9 deaths, significant damage to infrastructure including the destruction of two major water reservoirs and the closure of Port Vila's main port, and potentially affecting 116,000 people. International aid is arriving.
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28% Bias Score
Sarkozy's Definitive Prison Sentence Shakes French Politics
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy's three-year prison sentence (one year to be served under electronic surveillance) for corruption and influence peddling is final, following the rejection of his appeal on December 18th, 2024. This unprecedented event underscores challenges in French political...
Sarkozy's Definitive Prison Sentence Shakes French Politics
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy's three-year prison sentence (one year to be served under electronic surveillance) for corruption and influence peddling is final, following the rejection of his appeal on December 18th, 2024. This unprecedented event underscores challenges in French political...
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48% Bias Score
€611 Million Fine for French Appliance Price-Fixing Cartel
Ten French appliance manufacturers and two distributors were fined €611 million by the French Competition Authority for price-fixing between 2007 and 2014, using tactics to restrict online sales and maintain higher prices for consumers.
€611 Million Fine for French Appliance Price-Fixing Cartel
Ten French appliance manufacturers and two distributors were fined €611 million by the French Competition Authority for price-fixing between 2007 and 2014, using tactics to restrict online sales and maintain higher prices for consumers.
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36% Bias Score
Wall Street Plunges on Fed's Slower Rate Cut Projections and Inflation Concerns
On December 18th, Wall Street plummeted, with the S&P 500 down 2.95% and Nasdaq down 3.56%, primarily due to the Federal Reserve's slower-than-expected interest rate cut projections and persistent inflation concerns exacerbated by potential policy changes under a Trump administration.
Wall Street Plunges on Fed's Slower Rate Cut Projections and Inflation Concerns
On December 18th, Wall Street plummeted, with the S&P 500 down 2.95% and Nasdaq down 3.56%, primarily due to the Federal Reserve's slower-than-expected interest rate cut projections and persistent inflation concerns exacerbated by potential policy changes under a Trump administration.
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48% Bias Score
DRC Launches Candidacy for UN Security Council Seat
The Democratic Republic of Congo launched its bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council (2026-2027), citing its peacekeeping experience and aiming to influence UN reforms, despite ongoing domestic human rights concerns and protests against the candidacy.
DRC Launches Candidacy for UN Security Council Seat
The Democratic Republic of Congo launched its bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council (2026-2027), citing its peacekeeping experience and aiming to influence UN reforms, despite ongoing domestic human rights concerns and protests against the candidacy.
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36% Bias Score
Sudan's War Cripples Healthcare System Amidst Widespread Famine
Sudan's war has devastated its healthcare system, with nearly half of Khartoum's hospitals damaged and 78 medical workers killed since April 2023; this, coupled with widespread closures, leaves millions without access to care amid a severe famine affecting 26 million people.
Sudan's War Cripples Healthcare System Amidst Widespread Famine
Sudan's war has devastated its healthcare system, with nearly half of Khartoum's hospitals damaged and 78 medical workers killed since April 2023; this, coupled with widespread closures, leaves millions without access to care amid a severe famine affecting 26 million people.
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32% Bias Score
Supreme Court to Review Constitutionality of TikTok Sale Mandate
The US Supreme Court will decide the constitutionality of a law forcing TikTok's sale by January 19th to prevent alleged Chinese government espionage and manipulation, despite claims this violates free speech and would cost businesses and creators hundreds of millions of dollars.
Supreme Court to Review Constitutionality of TikTok Sale Mandate
The US Supreme Court will decide the constitutionality of a law forcing TikTok's sale by January 19th to prevent alleged Chinese government espionage and manipulation, despite claims this violates free speech and would cost businesses and creators hundreds of millions of dollars.
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48% Bias Score