China Meets Growth Target Amidst Economic Headwinds and Trump's Return
Despite achieving its 5 percent growth target in 2023, China's economy faces challenges from a weak real estate market and sluggish consumption, further complicated by the return of Donald Trump to the US presidency, potentially reigniting trade tensions.
China Meets Growth Target Amidst Economic Headwinds and Trump's Return
Despite achieving its 5 percent growth target in 2023, China's economy faces challenges from a weak real estate market and sluggish consumption, further complicated by the return of Donald Trump to the US presidency, potentially reigniting trade tensions.
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48% Bias Score
Who's in Charge": AI, Inequality, and the Future of Technology
Who's in Charge," a podcast hosted by Beth Wiesner and Antony Finn, examines the societal impact of AI and robotics, questioning the uneven distribution of technological benefits and exploring solutions for a more equitable future.
Who's in Charge": AI, Inequality, and the Future of Technology
Who's in Charge," a podcast hosted by Beth Wiesner and Antony Finn, examines the societal impact of AI and robotics, questioning the uneven distribution of technological benefits and exploring solutions for a more equitable future.
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8% Bias Score
Swiss Defense Minister Amherd Resigns Amidst Army Modernization Challenges
Swiss Defense Minister Viola Amherd resigned at the end of February 2025, leaving behind significant challenges including the modernization of the Swiss army, strained relations with the EU and NATO, and the implementation of a new framework agreement with the EU.
Swiss Defense Minister Amherd Resigns Amidst Army Modernization Challenges
Swiss Defense Minister Viola Amherd resigned at the end of February 2025, leaving behind significant challenges including the modernization of the Swiss army, strained relations with the EU and NATO, and the implementation of a new framework agreement with the EU.
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36% Bias Score
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreed: Six-Week Truce, Hostage Release, and Uncertain Future
A six-week ceasefire has been agreed upon between Israel and Hamas, involving a phased release of hostages held by Hamas and the resumption of aid to Gaza, following over a year of conflict resulting in tens of thousands of deaths.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreed: Six-Week Truce, Hostage Release, and Uncertain Future
A six-week ceasefire has been agreed upon between Israel and Hamas, involving a phased release of hostages held by Hamas and the resumption of aid to Gaza, following over a year of conflict resulting in tens of thousands of deaths.
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44% Bias Score
German Man on Trial for Alleged Bomb Plot Targeting Foreigners
A 37-year-old man in Halle, Germany, is on trial for allegedly building a bomb intended to kill foreigners; he claims it was a firecracker, but evidence includes a "bloody bomb" recipe, racist materials, and a video of him blowing up a dead bird.
German Man on Trial for Alleged Bomb Plot Targeting Foreigners
A 37-year-old man in Halle, Germany, is on trial for allegedly building a bomb intended to kill foreigners; he claims it was a firecracker, but evidence includes a "bloody bomb" recipe, racist materials, and a video of him blowing up a dead bird.
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40% Bias Score
One-Dyas Sues Over Delayed North Sea Gas Cable Approval
One-Dyas is suing the Lower Saxony approval authority for delaying approval of a power cable for its North Sea gas extraction project near Borkum, which is crucial for its operations and has raised environmental concerns, potentially delaying gas production until after 2024.
One-Dyas Sues Over Delayed North Sea Gas Cable Approval
One-Dyas is suing the Lower Saxony approval authority for delaying approval of a power cable for its North Sea gas extraction project near Borkum, which is crucial for its operations and has raised environmental concerns, potentially delaying gas production until after 2024.
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36% Bias Score
Hessian Property Tax Hikes Exceed State Recommendations
In Hesse, Germany, hundreds of municipalities increased property taxes beyond state recommendations, citing budget constraints and inaccurate calculations from the state's tax administration, impacting citizens and highlighting the challenges of revenue neutrality in tax reforms.
Hessian Property Tax Hikes Exceed State Recommendations
In Hesse, Germany, hundreds of municipalities increased property taxes beyond state recommendations, citing budget constraints and inaccurate calculations from the state's tax administration, impacting citizens and highlighting the challenges of revenue neutrality in tax reforms.
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40% Bias Score
Munich Public Transport Expansion Delayed Due to Budget Cuts
Munich's ambitious public transport expansion plans, including several tram lines and bus upgrades, face significant delays due to budgetary constraints, jeopardizing the city's climate goals and potentially leading to disruptive measures.
Munich Public Transport Expansion Delayed Due to Budget Cuts
Munich's ambitious public transport expansion plans, including several tram lines and bus upgrades, face significant delays due to budgetary constraints, jeopardizing the city's climate goals and potentially leading to disruptive measures.
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48% Bias Score
Almost 900 Hamburg Prisoners Eligible to Vote in Federal Election
In Hamburg, approximately 900 of 2,200 prisoners (40%) can vote in the February 23rd federal election, and about 670 (30%) in the March 2nd state election; eligibility requires German citizenship and minimum age, with exceptions for certain political crimes.
Almost 900 Hamburg Prisoners Eligible to Vote in Federal Election
In Hamburg, approximately 900 of 2,200 prisoners (40%) can vote in the February 23rd federal election, and about 670 (30%) in the March 2nd state election; eligibility requires German citizenship and minimum age, with exceptions for certain political crimes.
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32% Bias Score
Unnecessary App Permissions Enable Extensive Location Data Collection
The North Rhine-Westphalia data protection authority warns against granting unnecessary app permissions, especially location access, due to concerns about data collection and resale by third parties, as highlighted by recent investigations revealing the sale of location data of nearly 800,000 people...
Unnecessary App Permissions Enable Extensive Location Data Collection
The North Rhine-Westphalia data protection authority warns against granting unnecessary app permissions, especially location access, due to concerns about data collection and resale by third parties, as highlighted by recent investigations revealing the sale of location data of nearly 800,000 people...
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52% Bias Score
Unlikely Chinese Acquisition of VW Plant in Germany
Speculation of a Chinese automotive company acquiring a Volkswagen plant in Germany is highly unlikely due to a recent job guarantee agreement, opposition from VW's workforce and Lower Saxony state government, and concerns over China's human rights record.
Unlikely Chinese Acquisition of VW Plant in Germany
Speculation of a Chinese automotive company acquiring a Volkswagen plant in Germany is highly unlikely due to a recent job guarantee agreement, opposition from VW's workforce and Lower Saxony state government, and concerns over China's human rights record.
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48% Bias Score
Germany Enters Recession for Second Year
Germany's GDP contracted by 0.2 percent in 2024, marking a second year of recession driven by weak industrial production, subdued consumption despite rising real wages, and global economic uncertainties, including the potential for increased US tariffs.
Germany Enters Recession for Second Year
Germany's GDP contracted by 0.2 percent in 2024, marking a second year of recession driven by weak industrial production, subdued consumption despite rising real wages, and global economic uncertainties, including the potential for increased US tariffs.
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48% Bias Score