New Caledonia Government Collapses After Loyalist Party Resignation
Calédonie Ensemble, a loyalist party, resigned from New Caledonia's government on December 24, 2023, triggering its collapse due to disagreements over a 1 billion euro debt and new taxes imposed without congressional approval, following six months of political and social crisis with 14 deaths.
New Caledonia Government Collapses After Loyalist Party Resignation
Calédonie Ensemble, a loyalist party, resigned from New Caledonia's government on December 24, 2023, triggering its collapse due to disagreements over a 1 billion euro debt and new taxes imposed without congressional approval, following six months of political and social crisis with 14 deaths.
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36% Bias Score
Declining Popularity of French Mayors Amidst Bureaucratic Burdens and Societal Divisions
French mayors, usually highly popular, are facing declining approval due to increased bureaucratic burdens, societal divisions, and a loss of autonomy, leading to rising abstention rates and potential social unrest.
Declining Popularity of French Mayors Amidst Bureaucratic Burdens and Societal Divisions
French mayors, usually highly popular, are facing declining approval due to increased bureaucratic burdens, societal divisions, and a loss of autonomy, leading to rising abstention rates and potential social unrest.
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52% Bias Score
Cyclone Batsirai Devastates Mayotte, Leaving Dozens Dead
Cyclone Batsirai, the most intense in 90 years, ravaged Mayotte on Saturday, causing at least 22 deaths and 1373 injuries, destroying housing and infrastructure, leading to a French government response deploying aid and personnel.
Cyclone Batsirai Devastates Mayotte, Leaving Dozens Dead
Cyclone Batsirai, the most intense in 90 years, ravaged Mayotte on Saturday, causing at least 22 deaths and 1373 injuries, destroying housing and infrastructure, leading to a French government response deploying aid and personnel.
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24% Bias Score
Massive Data Breach Exposes 9,000 European Parliament Employees' Data
A massive data breach in May 2024 exposed the personal data of 9,000 European Parliament employees, including IDs, medical records, and other sensitive information, highlighting vulnerabilities and raising concerns about foreign interference and espionage.
Massive Data Breach Exposes 9,000 European Parliament Employees' Data
A massive data breach in May 2024 exposed the personal data of 9,000 European Parliament employees, including IDs, medical records, and other sensitive information, highlighting vulnerabilities and raising concerns about foreign interference and espionage.
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36% Bias Score
Syria: New Government Faces Clashes and International Scrutiny
Following a December 8th rebel offensive ousting Bashar al-Assad, clashes between Syrian Kurds and Turkish-backed groups intensified in northern Syria, prompting international concern and a temporary US-brokered ceasefire extension. The new Syrian government, supported by Turkey, aims to consolidate...
Syria: New Government Faces Clashes and International Scrutiny
Following a December 8th rebel offensive ousting Bashar al-Assad, clashes between Syrian Kurds and Turkish-backed groups intensified in northern Syria, prompting international concern and a temporary US-brokered ceasefire extension. The new Syrian government, supported by Turkey, aims to consolidate...
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48% Bias Score
Cyclone Chido Devastates Mayotte, Leaving Thousands Homeless and Sparking Political Debate
Cyclone Chido hit Mayotte on December 14th, causing widespread destruction, leaving 100,000 homeless and without water, and resulting in at least 21 deaths, a number expected to increase; the disaster has sparked political controversy in France and highlighted Mayotte's pre-existing social and econo...
Cyclone Chido Devastates Mayotte, Leaving Thousands Homeless and Sparking Political Debate
Cyclone Chido hit Mayotte on December 14th, causing widespread destruction, leaving 100,000 homeless and without water, and resulting in at least 21 deaths, a number expected to increase; the disaster has sparked political controversy in France and highlighted Mayotte's pre-existing social and econo...
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40% Bias Score
International Recognition of Syria's New HTS-Led Government
Following a takeover by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) on December 8th, several countries, including Turkey, the US, and Saudi Arabia, have initiated contact with the new Syrian leadership, signaling a potential shift in regional geopolitics.
International Recognition of Syria's New HTS-Led Government
Following a takeover by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) on December 8th, several countries, including Turkey, the US, and Saudi Arabia, have initiated contact with the new Syrian leadership, signaling a potential shift in regional geopolitics.
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52% Bias Score
US Congress Passes Spending Bill After Trump, Musk Opposition
Following days of turmoil involving Donald Trump and Elon Musk, the US Congress passed a bill funding the federal government until mid-March, including over $100 billion in disaster aid; President Biden signed it into law, averting a shutdown.
US Congress Passes Spending Bill After Trump, Musk Opposition
Following days of turmoil involving Donald Trump and Elon Musk, the US Congress passed a bill funding the federal government until mid-March, including over $100 billion in disaster aid; President Biden signed it into law, averting a shutdown.
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60% Bias Score
French Rape Trial: Gisèle Pelicot's Public Accusation Sparks International Attention
In a French trial, Gisèle Pelicot publicly accused 51 men, including her ex-husband, of rape and drugging over a decade; her decision sparked widespread feminist mobilization and international media coverage.
French Rape Trial: Gisèle Pelicot's Public Accusation Sparks International Attention
In a French trial, Gisèle Pelicot publicly accused 51 men, including her ex-husband, of rape and drugging over a decade; her decision sparked widespread feminist mobilization and international media coverage.
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32% Bias Score
Moscow Bombing Kills Top Russian General
On December 17, Major General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's radiological, chemical, and biological defense forces, was killed in a bombing near a Moscow residential building; Ukraine's SBU claimed responsibility, citing his alleged use of chemical weapons in Ukraine.
Moscow Bombing Kills Top Russian General
On December 17, Major General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's radiological, chemical, and biological defense forces, was killed in a bombing near a Moscow residential building; Ukraine's SBU claimed responsibility, citing his alleged use of chemical weapons in Ukraine.
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40% Bias Score
French Court Convicts Manier for Rwandan Genocide
A French court convicted 67-year-old Philippe Manier of genocide and crimes against humanity for his role in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, sentencing him to prison; the court found his actions instrumental to the genocide's scale, despite his denial of involvement.
French Court Convicts Manier for Rwandan Genocide
A French court convicted 67-year-old Philippe Manier of genocide and crimes against humanity for his role in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, sentencing him to prison; the court found his actions instrumental to the genocide's scale, despite his denial of involvement.
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52% Bias Score
French Nicotine Pouches: High Sugar, Heavy Metals, and Regulatory Failure
A French study reveals high sugar and heavy metal content, including arsenic, in readily available nicotine pouches, raising public health concerns and highlighting the French government's inconsistent regulatory response compared to neighboring countries.
French Nicotine Pouches: High Sugar, Heavy Metals, and Regulatory Failure
A French study reveals high sugar and heavy metal content, including arsenic, in readily available nicotine pouches, raising public health concerns and highlighting the French government's inconsistent regulatory response compared to neighboring countries.
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56% Bias Score