European Leaders to Discuss Ukraine Strategy Amid Trump Uncertainty
European leaders will meet at NATO headquarters to discuss further support for Ukraine amid concerns over a potential shift in US policy under a Trump administration, exploring options for enhanced security guarantees and increased military aid before potential peace negotiations.
European Leaders to Discuss Ukraine Strategy Amid Trump Uncertainty
European leaders will meet at NATO headquarters to discuss further support for Ukraine amid concerns over a potential shift in US policy under a Trump administration, exploring options for enhanced security guarantees and increased military aid before potential peace negotiations.
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48% Bias Score
Repatriation of Filipina Mary Jane Veloso from Indonesia
Mary Jane Veloso, a Filipina woman sentenced to death in Indonesia for drug trafficking, was repatriated to the Philippines on December 23rd, 2023, following an agreement between the Philippine and Indonesian presidents. She arrived in Manila, was transferred to a women's prison, and expressed hope ...
Repatriation of Filipina Mary Jane Veloso from Indonesia
Mary Jane Veloso, a Filipina woman sentenced to death in Indonesia for drug trafficking, was repatriated to the Philippines on December 23rd, 2023, following an agreement between the Philippine and Indonesian presidents. She arrived in Manila, was transferred to a women's prison, and expressed hope ...
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40% Bias Score
Morocco's Financial Sector Booms Amidst World Cup Preparations and Pan-African Expansion
Driven by infrastructure projects for the 2030 World Cup and acquisitions of major financial institutions like Société Générale Maroc, Morocco's financial sector is experiencing rapid expansion, with credit production expected to surge by 6-7% annually in 2025-2026.
Morocco's Financial Sector Booms Amidst World Cup Preparations and Pan-African Expansion
Driven by infrastructure projects for the 2030 World Cup and acquisitions of major financial institutions like Société Générale Maroc, Morocco's financial sector is experiencing rapid expansion, with credit production expected to surge by 6-7% annually in 2025-2026.
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60% Bias Score
Bayrou Delays Mayotte Response Amidst Coalition Challenges and Election Speculation
French Prime Minister François Bayrou, criticized for attending a Pau city council meeting during the Mayotte crisis, promises solutions but delays specifics pending government formation within days; he faces challenges from potential coalition partners and opposition anticipating an early president...
Bayrou Delays Mayotte Response Amidst Coalition Challenges and Election Speculation
French Prime Minister François Bayrou, criticized for attending a Pau city council meeting during the Mayotte crisis, promises solutions but delays specifics pending government formation within days; he faces challenges from potential coalition partners and opposition anticipating an early president...
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48% Bias Score
Mass Grave Discovered Near Damascus Mausoleum
A warehouse near the Sayyeda Zeinab mausoleum in Damascus was found to contain the decomposing bodies of approximately 20 individuals, labeled 'Aleppo-Hraytan', discovered by the White Helmets following the area's takeover by an Islamist-led coalition; the incident highlights the enduring humanitari...
Mass Grave Discovered Near Damascus Mausoleum
A warehouse near the Sayyeda Zeinab mausoleum in Damascus was found to contain the decomposing bodies of approximately 20 individuals, labeled 'Aleppo-Hraytan', discovered by the White Helmets following the area's takeover by an Islamist-led coalition; the incident highlights the enduring humanitari...
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24% Bias Score
Georgia's Political Crisis: EU's Slow Response Criticized
Following disputed Georgian elections on October 26th, President Salome Zourabichvili criticized the EU's slow response to the ensuing political crisis, calling for stronger action as nightly pro-EU protests continue in Tbilisi and the government suspends EU accession talks until 2028.
Georgia's Political Crisis: EU's Slow Response Criticized
Following disputed Georgian elections on October 26th, President Salome Zourabichvili criticized the EU's slow response to the ensuing political crisis, calling for stronger action as nightly pro-EU protests continue in Tbilisi and the government suspends EU accession talks until 2028.
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48% Bias Score
Syria's New Power Structure: Clashes, International Engagement, and Uncertain Future
Following a rebel victory in Syria on December 8th, clashes between Kurdish forces and Turkish-backed groups, coupled with a new power seeking to consolidate control and engage with Western nations, raises serious concerns about regional stability.
Syria's New Power Structure: Clashes, International Engagement, and Uncertain Future
Following a rebel victory in Syria on December 8th, clashes between Kurdish forces and Turkish-backed groups, coupled with a new power seeking to consolidate control and engage with Western nations, raises serious concerns about regional stability.
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48% Bias Score
Near-Success of Kremlin-Backed Candidate in Romanian Election Highlights EU Vulnerability
A pro-Russian candidate in Romania's presidential election nearly won after a sophisticated social media manipulation campaign, costing millions and orchestrated since 2016 by a state actor, involving Sputnik, was only stopped by the Constitutional Court annulling the second round.
Near-Success of Kremlin-Backed Candidate in Romanian Election Highlights EU Vulnerability
A pro-Russian candidate in Romania's presidential election nearly won after a sophisticated social media manipulation campaign, costing millions and orchestrated since 2016 by a state actor, involving Sputnik, was only stopped by the Constitutional Court annulling the second round.
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52% Bias Score
Mamoudzou Hospital Remains Operational Despite Cyclone Damage
Despite significant damage from Cyclone Chido, Mamoudzou Hospital in Mayotte, France, continued operations, delivering babies and treating patients with limited resources; however, 70% of the medication stock was destroyed, and staff shortages and structural damage pose significant challenges.
Mamoudzou Hospital Remains Operational Despite Cyclone Damage
Despite significant damage from Cyclone Chido, Mamoudzou Hospital in Mayotte, France, continued operations, delivering babies and treating patients with limited resources; however, 70% of the medication stock was destroyed, and staff shortages and structural damage pose significant challenges.
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36% Bias Score
HTS Seizes Power in Syria, Raising Humanitarian Concerns and Uncertainty
Following a civil war that started in 2011, a coalition led by the radical Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) took control of Syria on December 8, prompting calls for increased international aid and raising concerns about regional stability and the potential resurgence of ISIS.
HTS Seizes Power in Syria, Raising Humanitarian Concerns and Uncertainty
Following a civil war that started in 2011, a coalition led by the radical Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) took control of Syria on December 8, prompting calls for increased international aid and raising concerns about regional stability and the potential resurgence of ISIS.
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40% Bias Score
Flamanville EPR Reactor to Connect to French Power Grid After 12-Year Delay
The Flamanville EPR nuclear reactor in France is scheduled to connect to the power grid on December 20, 2024, marking the end of a 12-year delay and a cost increase to 13.2 billion euros, four times the initial budget; it is expected to power around two million homes.
Flamanville EPR Reactor to Connect to French Power Grid After 12-Year Delay
The Flamanville EPR nuclear reactor in France is scheduled to connect to the power grid on December 20, 2024, marking the end of a 12-year delay and a cost increase to 13.2 billion euros, four times the initial budget; it is expected to power around two million homes.
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48% Bias Score
Cyclone Chido Devastates Mayotte: Death Toll Rises
Cyclone Chido, the most intense in 90 years, hit Mayotte causing 31 deaths and 1373 injuries, with the death toll expected to increase; the storm caused widespread damage to homes and infrastructure, particularly in impoverished areas, prompting a major aid effort and plans for reconstruction.
Cyclone Chido Devastates Mayotte: Death Toll Rises
Cyclone Chido, the most intense in 90 years, hit Mayotte causing 31 deaths and 1373 injuries, with the death toll expected to increase; the storm caused widespread damage to homes and infrastructure, particularly in impoverished areas, prompting a major aid effort and plans for reconstruction.
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40% Bias Score