EU's Frugal Alliance Fractures Amidst Ukraine War
The war in Ukraine and a potential US retreat from NATO are causing cracks in the EU's frugal alliance, with some members like Denmark advocating for increased defense spending and EU-wide initiatives, while others remain opposed to joint debt for defense, creating uncertainty for the upcoming 2028-...
EU's Frugal Alliance Fractures Amidst Ukraine War
The war in Ukraine and a potential US retreat from NATO are causing cracks in the EU's frugal alliance, with some members like Denmark advocating for increased defense spending and EU-wide initiatives, while others remain opposed to joint debt for defense, creating uncertainty for the upcoming 2028-...
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36% Bias Score
UK-US Tech Trade Deal Faces Big Tech Opposition
The UK seeks a tech-focused trade deal with the US, but faces opposition from US tech giants who, with Trump's support, may use negotiations to weaken UK digital regulations like its digital services tax and online safety laws, potentially impacting the UK's digital sovereignty.
UK-US Tech Trade Deal Faces Big Tech Opposition
The UK seeks a tech-focused trade deal with the US, but faces opposition from US tech giants who, with Trump's support, may use negotiations to weaken UK digital regulations like its digital services tax and online safety laws, potentially impacting the UK's digital sovereignty.
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56% Bias Score
DeepSeek Shakes US Tech, Raises Questions About $500 Billion AI Investment
President Trump calls China's new AI app DeepSeek a "wake-up call" for American tech after it achieved results comparable to OpenAI's o1 at a fraction of the cost, causing a record $600 million loss for Nvidia and raising questions about a recent $500 billion US infrastructure project.
DeepSeek Shakes US Tech, Raises Questions About $500 Billion AI Investment
President Trump calls China's new AI app DeepSeek a "wake-up call" for American tech after it achieved results comparable to OpenAI's o1 at a fraction of the cost, causing a record $600 million loss for Nvidia and raising questions about a recent $500 billion US infrastructure project.
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48% Bias Score
Bardella Urges Halt to EU Green Deal
Jordan Bardella, president of the Rassemblement National, urged EU conservatives to suspend the European Green Deal in a letter sent Tuesday, arguing it will harm Europe's economy; the EPP rejected this proposal.
Bardella Urges Halt to EU Green Deal
Jordan Bardella, president of the Rassemblement National, urged EU conservatives to suspend the European Green Deal in a letter sent Tuesday, arguing it will harm Europe's economy; the EPP rejected this proposal.
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52% Bias Score
Greek Court Orders Extradition of Israeli Billionaire to Romania
A Greek court ruled on Tuesday to extradite Israeli billionaire Beny Steinmetz to Romania, where he was convicted in 2020 of illegally obtaining land; however, Steinmetz, currently hospitalized, is appealing the decision, which contradicts a 2022 ruling and the prosecutor's recommendation.
Greek Court Orders Extradition of Israeli Billionaire to Romania
A Greek court ruled on Tuesday to extradite Israeli billionaire Beny Steinmetz to Romania, where he was convicted in 2020 of illegally obtaining land; however, Steinmetz, currently hospitalized, is appealing the decision, which contradicts a 2022 ruling and the prosecutor's recommendation.
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32% Bias Score
Trump's Re-election Spurs EU Trade Push
Facing potential US tariffs under a second Trump administration, the European Union rapidly concluded stalled trade deals with Mercosur and Mexico and launched new talks with Malaysia and India, marking a significant shift in its trade strategy.
Trump's Re-election Spurs EU Trade Push
Facing potential US tariffs under a second Trump administration, the European Union rapidly concluded stalled trade deals with Mercosur and Mexico and launched new talks with Malaysia and India, marking a significant shift in its trade strategy.
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44% Bias Score
Lithuania to Spend 5-6% of GDP on Defense by 2030
Lithuania will increase its defense spending to 5-6 percent of GDP by 2030, totaling an additional €12-13 billion, to meet NATO targets and counter perceived Russian threats, procuring weapons from various countries while maintaining social welfare programs.
Lithuania to Spend 5-6% of GDP on Defense by 2030
Lithuania will increase its defense spending to 5-6 percent of GDP by 2030, totaling an additional €12-13 billion, to meet NATO targets and counter perceived Russian threats, procuring weapons from various countries while maintaining social welfare programs.
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40% Bias Score
EU Suppliers Demand Local Content Rules to Counter Chinese EV Competition
Facing a slump in EV demand and competition from China, a coalition of European automotive suppliers is urging the EU to implement "minimum local content" rules, similar to the USMCA's 75 percent requirement, to safeguard jobs and the industry's future, though this is opposed by some.
EU Suppliers Demand Local Content Rules to Counter Chinese EV Competition
Facing a slump in EV demand and competition from China, a coalition of European automotive suppliers is urging the EU to implement "minimum local content" rules, similar to the USMCA's 75 percent requirement, to safeguard jobs and the industry's future, though this is opposed by some.
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52% Bias Score
Rubio Snubs EU, Raising Concerns About Transatlantic Relations
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio skipped a meeting with EU foreign ministers, prompting concerns in Brussels about a potential shift in transatlantic relations under President Trump's administration, marked by direct engagement with individual EU member states instead of the EU's central institut...
Rubio Snubs EU, Raising Concerns About Transatlantic Relations
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio skipped a meeting with EU foreign ministers, prompting concerns in Brussels about a potential shift in transatlantic relations under President Trump's administration, marked by direct engagement with individual EU member states instead of the EU's central institut...
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44% Bias Score
Fissures Emerge in Frugal EU Alliance as Geopolitical Landscape Shifts"
Facing geopolitical shifts and the war in Ukraine, traditionally frugal EU member states, especially Denmark, show cracks in their united front against increased EU spending and common debt; divisions persist as upcoming budget negotiations loom.
Fissures Emerge in Frugal EU Alliance as Geopolitical Landscape Shifts"
Facing geopolitical shifts and the war in Ukraine, traditionally frugal EU member states, especially Denmark, show cracks in their united front against increased EU spending and common debt; divisions persist as upcoming budget negotiations loom.
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40% Bias Score
Distorted Conflict Data: AI, Social Media, and the Erosion of Truth
Clionadh Raleigh, CEO of the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project, warns of increasingly inaccurate conflict reporting due to AI-driven data collection, social media biases, and the absence of fact-checking; she highlights the need for reliable, evidence-based information amidst rising globa...
Distorted Conflict Data: AI, Social Media, and the Erosion of Truth
Clionadh Raleigh, CEO of the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project, warns of increasingly inaccurate conflict reporting due to AI-driven data collection, social media biases, and the absence of fact-checking; she highlights the need for reliable, evidence-based information amidst rising globa...
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48% Bias Score
Ukraine Offers to Transit Azerbaijani Gas to Europe
Ukraine announced its readiness to transit Azerbaijani gas to Europe, offering an alternative to Russian supplies after recent disruptions, potentially impacting EU-Russia relations and energy security. President Zelenskyy confirmed discussions with Azerbaijan's President Aliyev regarding the plan, ...
Ukraine Offers to Transit Azerbaijani Gas to Europe
Ukraine announced its readiness to transit Azerbaijani gas to Europe, offering an alternative to Russian supplies after recent disruptions, potentially impacting EU-Russia relations and energy security. President Zelenskyy confirmed discussions with Azerbaijan's President Aliyev regarding the plan, ...
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60% Bias Score