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Three Arrested in Notre-Dame-de-Bétharram Abuse Investigation
Three men have been arrested in France for alleged aggravated rapes, sexual assaults, and/or aggravated violence at the Notre-Dame-de-Bétharram Catholic institution between 1957 and 2004, following over 100 complaints and a meeting between victims and Prime Minister François Bayrou amidst allegation...
Three Arrested in Notre-Dame-de-Bétharram Abuse Investigation
Three men have been arrested in France for alleged aggravated rapes, sexual assaults, and/or aggravated violence at the Notre-Dame-de-Bétharram Catholic institution between 1957 and 2004, following over 100 complaints and a meeting between victims and Prime Minister François Bayrou amidst allegation...
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44% Bias Score
Narrow Approval of Ferrand for France's Constitutional Council Sparks Collusion Accusations
Richard Ferrand's nomination to lead France's Constitutional Council was approved by a narrow margin in parliament, fueled by the abstention of the Rassemblement National (RN), prompting accusations of collusion and raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
Narrow Approval of Ferrand for France's Constitutional Council Sparks Collusion Accusations
Richard Ferrand's nomination to lead France's Constitutional Council was approved by a narrow margin in parliament, fueled by the abstention of the Rassemblement National (RN), prompting accusations of collusion and raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
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64% Bias Score
Tunisian Activist Bensedrine Released, but Charges Remain
Tunisian opposition leader and human rights activist Sihem Bensedrine, detained since August 2024, was released from prison on February 19, 2025, following a court order, though charges remain and she is banned from travel. The release comes amidst UN condemnation of a wider crackdown on opponents i...
Tunisian Activist Bensedrine Released, but Charges Remain
Tunisian opposition leader and human rights activist Sihem Bensedrine, detained since August 2024, was released from prison on February 19, 2025, following a court order, though charges remain and she is banned from travel. The release comes amidst UN condemnation of a wider crackdown on opponents i...
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44% Bias Score
France Criticized for Lack of Police Identity Check Tracking System
The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) criticized France on February 19th for failing to implement a system for tracking police identity checks, hindering efforts to combat discrimination despite some measures taken; this follows previous condemnations and findings of dispropo...
France Criticized for Lack of Police Identity Check Tracking System
The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) criticized France on February 19th for failing to implement a system for tracking police identity checks, hindering efforts to combat discrimination despite some measures taken; this follows previous condemnations and findings of dispropo...
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20% Bias Score
Bayrou Survives Sixth No-Confidence Vote Amidst Far-Right Accusations
French Prime Minister François Bayrou survived a no-confidence motion by the Socialist Party on February 19th, receiving only 181 out of 289 needed votes, due to the Socialist Party leaving the assembly during the debate, and accusations of appeasing the far-right with concessions on immigration and...
Bayrou Survives Sixth No-Confidence Vote Amidst Far-Right Accusations
French Prime Minister François Bayrou survived a no-confidence motion by the Socialist Party on February 19th, receiving only 181 out of 289 needed votes, due to the Socialist Party leaving the assembly during the debate, and accusations of appeasing the far-right with concessions on immigration and...
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52% Bias Score
French Council of State Rejects C8 and NRJ12 Appeal, but Opens Door for Potential Return
France's Council of State rejected C8 and NRJ12's appeal against the loss of their broadcasting licenses, leading to their closure on February 28th; however, it urged a new application process for four frequencies freeing up in June, potentially offering a route for their return.
French Council of State Rejects C8 and NRJ12 Appeal, but Opens Door for Potential Return
France's Council of State rejected C8 and NRJ12's appeal against the loss of their broadcasting licenses, leading to their closure on February 28th; however, it urged a new application process for four frequencies freeing up in June, potentially offering a route for their return.
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52% Bias Score
Swedish Court Rejects Climate Inaction Lawsuit
Sweden's Supreme Court rejected a climate inaction lawsuit filed by 300 young people, including Greta Thunberg, on February 19th, 2024, citing the separation of powers and stating courts cannot dictate government climate policy, although future lawsuits may be possible if structured differently.
Swedish Court Rejects Climate Inaction Lawsuit
Sweden's Supreme Court rejected a climate inaction lawsuit filed by 300 young people, including Greta Thunberg, on February 19th, 2024, citing the separation of powers and stating courts cannot dictate government climate policy, although future lawsuits may be possible if structured differently.
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36% Bias Score
Death of Malian Film Pioneer Souleymane Cissé
Malian film director Souleymane Cissé, a key figure in African cinema, died on February 19th in Bamako at age 84; his death prompted widespread mourning and reflections on the challenges facing Malian cinema.
Death of Malian Film Pioneer Souleymane Cissé
Malian film director Souleymane Cissé, a key figure in African cinema, died on February 19th in Bamako at age 84; his death prompted widespread mourning and reflections on the challenges facing Malian cinema.
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20% Bias Score
US Aid Cuts Create \$156 Million Funding Gap in Ghana
US aid cuts leave Ghana with a \$156 million funding shortfall, threatening healthcare and agriculture; 150,000 people reliant on US-funded antiretroviral drugs face shortages, and food insecurity looms due to fertilizer and seed scarcity.
US Aid Cuts Create \$156 Million Funding Gap in Ghana
US aid cuts leave Ghana with a \$156 million funding shortfall, threatening healthcare and agriculture; 150,000 people reliant on US-funded antiretroviral drugs face shortages, and food insecurity looms due to fertilizer and seed scarcity.
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60% Bias Score
Grenoble Library Destroyed in Arson Attack After Police Clashes
In Grenoble, France, a library was destroyed by arson on February 19 after a car was deliberately driven into and ignited within the building, following clashes with police involving mortars and drug-related arrests, highlighting escalating urban violence.
Grenoble Library Destroyed in Arson Attack After Police Clashes
In Grenoble, France, a library was destroyed by arson on February 19 after a car was deliberately driven into and ignited within the building, following clashes with police involving mortars and drug-related arrests, highlighting escalating urban violence.
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40% Bias Score
France Bans Protests for Georges Abdallah's Release
French authorities banned Paris protests supporting Georges Abdallah's release due to concerns about potential violence and past slogans perceived as terrorism apologetics, rejecting appeals and highlighting public order concerns.
France Bans Protests for Georges Abdallah's Release
French authorities banned Paris protests supporting Georges Abdallah's release due to concerns about potential violence and past slogans perceived as terrorism apologetics, rejecting appeals and highlighting public order concerns.
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36% Bias Score
French Euro Funds Surge in Popularity Amidst Rising Interest Rates
French Euro-denominated funds are enjoying a resurgence in popularity due to attractive 2024 performance projections exceeding 3 percent, outperforming the Livret A (2.4 percent) amidst declining inflation and short-term interest rates, making them attractive secure investment options for French sav...
French Euro Funds Surge in Popularity Amidst Rising Interest Rates
French Euro-denominated funds are enjoying a resurgence in popularity due to attractive 2024 performance projections exceeding 3 percent, outperforming the Livret A (2.4 percent) amidst declining inflation and short-term interest rates, making them attractive secure investment options for French sav...
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40% Bias Score
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