Damascus Schools Reopen Amid Celebrations Following Assad's Fall
Following the December 8th fall of Bashar al-Assad, Syrian schools reopened on Sunday, with high school and college students returning, while younger students will resume classes in two days. The event was marked by celebrations, including the toppling of Hafez al-Assad's statue and widespread displ...
Damascus Schools Reopen Amid Celebrations Following Assad's Fall
Following the December 8th fall of Bashar al-Assad, Syrian schools reopened on Sunday, with high school and college students returning, while younger students will resume classes in two days. The event was marked by celebrations, including the toppling of Hafez al-Assad's statue and widespread displ...
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48% Bias Score
Pre-conception Genetic Testing: Potential to Reduce Severe Genetic Diseases in France
In France, 15,000-20,000 new cases of severe genetic diseases are diagnosed yearly, impacting 2-3% of the population. An Australian study showed pre-conception genetic testing identified 2% of 9,100 couples at risk, with 75% using this information for prenatal or preimplantation diagnosis, suggestin...
Pre-conception Genetic Testing: Potential to Reduce Severe Genetic Diseases in France
In France, 15,000-20,000 new cases of severe genetic diseases are diagnosed yearly, impacting 2-3% of the population. An Australian study showed pre-conception genetic testing identified 2% of 9,100 couples at risk, with 75% using this information for prenatal or preimplantation diagnosis, suggestin...
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40% Bias Score
Syrian Rebels Overthrow Assad Regime in Swift Offensive
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a Syrian rebel group, overthrew Bashar al-Assad's regime in a swift offensive launched on November 29th, culminating in the capture of Aleppo. Years of planning, including the development of a military doctrine, the unification of rebel factions, and the creation of a hig...
Syrian Rebels Overthrow Assad Regime in Swift Offensive
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a Syrian rebel group, overthrew Bashar al-Assad's regime in a swift offensive launched on November 29th, culminating in the capture of Aleppo. Years of planning, including the development of a military doctrine, the unification of rebel factions, and the creation of a hig...
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52% Bias Score
Controversial Georgian Parliament Chair Election Fuels Protests"
Mikheil Kavelachvili was elected chairman of the Georgian parliament with 224 votes, despite opposition claims of election fraud and President Salome Zourabichvili's refusal to recognize the legitimacy of the vote, leading to ongoing protests in Tbilisi and raising concerns about Georgia's democrati...
Controversial Georgian Parliament Chair Election Fuels Protests"
Mikheil Kavelachvili was elected chairman of the Georgian parliament with 224 votes, despite opposition claims of election fraud and President Salome Zourabichvili's refusal to recognize the legitimacy of the vote, leading to ongoing protests in Tbilisi and raising concerns about Georgia's democrati...
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52% Bias Score
Syria's Post-Assad Future: Migration and the Threat of Islamist Extremism
The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria raises concerns about potential mass migration to Europe, as some fear an influx of refugees escaping Islamists while others expect a return of Syrian refugees; however, the dire economic conditions and the presence of approximately 70 French jihadists i...
Syria's Post-Assad Future: Migration and the Threat of Islamist Extremism
The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria raises concerns about potential mass migration to Europe, as some fear an influx of refugees escaping Islamists while others expect a return of Syrian refugees; however, the dire economic conditions and the presence of approximately 70 French jihadists i...
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52% Bias Score
French Assembly to Vote Against EU-Mercosur Agreement
The French National Assembly will vote on November 26th on the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, with near-unanimous opposition across the political spectrum, despite the vote's largely symbolic nature due to the European Commission's sole negotiating power.
French Assembly to Vote Against EU-Mercosur Agreement
The French National Assembly will vote on November 26th on the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, with near-unanimous opposition across the political spectrum, despite the vote's largely symbolic nature due to the European Commission's sole negotiating power.
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36% Bias Score
French Jihadists in Syria: A Lingering Security Concern
Approximately 110-120 French jihadists remain in Syria, divided among various factions including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and Omar Diaby's group, posing a potential long-term security concern for France despite no immediate threat; 265 French individuals are detained in Kurdish-controlled camps in...
French Jihadists in Syria: A Lingering Security Concern
Approximately 110-120 French jihadists remain in Syria, divided among various factions including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and Omar Diaby's group, posing a potential long-term security concern for France despite no immediate threat; 265 French individuals are detained in Kurdish-controlled camps in...
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52% Bias Score
Pope Francis Visits Corsica, Advocates for Dynamic Secularism
Pope Francis's December 15th, 2024, visit to Corsica involved meeting 12,000 people, addressing a congress on Mediterranean religiosity, advocating for a dynamic secularism, and calling for peace in various conflict zones; this is his 47th international trip and first to Corsica.
Pope Francis Visits Corsica, Advocates for Dynamic Secularism
Pope Francis's December 15th, 2024, visit to Corsica involved meeting 12,000 people, addressing a congress on Mediterranean religiosity, advocating for a dynamic secularism, and calling for peace in various conflict zones; this is his 47th international trip and first to Corsica.
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52% Bias Score
Gabbard's DNI Nomination Sparks Concerns
Tulsi Gabbard, a controversial figure praised by Russian media, is nominated by Donald Trump as Director of National Intelligence, raising concerns among experts about her pro-Russia stance, lack of experience, and potential impact on US intelligence and international relations.
Gabbard's DNI Nomination Sparks Concerns
Tulsi Gabbard, a controversial figure praised by Russian media, is nominated by Donald Trump as Director of National Intelligence, raising concerns among experts about her pro-Russia stance, lack of experience, and potential impact on US intelligence and international relations.
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64% Bias Score
France Urges EU Industrial Emergency Plans to Counter US, China Competition
French Minister Marc Ferracci urges immediate EU-wide "emergency plans" for the automobile, steel, and chemical sectors due to US and Chinese competition, proposing solutions such as pilot markets for decarbonized products, commercial coherence, and a carbon border adjustment mechanism.
France Urges EU Industrial Emergency Plans to Counter US, China Competition
French Minister Marc Ferracci urges immediate EU-wide "emergency plans" for the automobile, steel, and chemical sectors due to US and Chinese competition, proposing solutions such as pilot markets for decarbonized products, commercial coherence, and a carbon border adjustment mechanism.
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40% Bias Score
Bayrou's New Government Faces Immediate No-Confidence Threat
On December 14th, François Bayrou began consultations to form a new French government after being appointed Prime Minister, facing immediate challenges due to a divided parliament and the potential for another no-confidence vote, as his predecessor Michel Barnier was ousted after three months.
Bayrou's New Government Faces Immediate No-Confidence Threat
On December 14th, François Bayrou began consultations to form a new French government after being appointed Prime Minister, facing immediate challenges due to a divided parliament and the potential for another no-confidence vote, as his predecessor Michel Barnier was ousted after three months.
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48% Bias Score
Leaked French Gender Transition Guidelines Spark Controversy
The French High Authority of Health (HAS) is creating recommendations for gender transition medical care, prompted by a 2021 request from the Ministry of Health. A leak of preliminary recommendations sparked controversy and a complaint.
Leaked French Gender Transition Guidelines Spark Controversy
The French High Authority of Health (HAS) is creating recommendations for gender transition medical care, prompted by a 2021 request from the Ministry of Health. A leak of preliminary recommendations sparked controversy and a complaint.
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44% Bias Score