Assad Regime Collapses in Syria; Rebels Assume Power Peacefully
Following an 11-day offensive by rebels from Idlib, the Assad regime in Syria collapsed on Sunday, marking the end of a brutal regime responsible for 600,000 deaths and millions of displaced people. The rebels assumed power peacefully, leading to nationwide celebrations.
Assad Regime Collapses in Syria; Rebels Assume Power Peacefully
Following an 11-day offensive by rebels from Idlib, the Assad regime in Syria collapsed on Sunday, marking the end of a brutal regime responsible for 600,000 deaths and millions of displaced people. The rebels assumed power peacefully, leading to nationwide celebrations.
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Mahama Wins Ghana's Presidency Amidst Economic Crisis
John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) won Ghana's presidential election with 57% of the vote, defeating Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), amidst a severe economic crisis and concerns about misinformation. Celebrations followed the announcement of the results ...
Mahama Wins Ghana's Presidency Amidst Economic Crisis
John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) won Ghana's presidential election with 57% of the vote, defeating Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), amidst a severe economic crisis and concerns about misinformation. Celebrations followed the announcement of the results ...
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36% Bias Score
World Bank's IDA Secures Record $100 Billion for Climate and Poverty Reduction
The World Bank's IDA received $23.7 billion in pledges from 59 countries for its three-year funding cycle, totaling $100 billion with other sources, exceeding past records, but falling short of African nations' $120 billion request; the funds will support climate action and poverty reduction in 78 l...
World Bank's IDA Secures Record $100 Billion for Climate and Poverty Reduction
The World Bank's IDA received $23.7 billion in pledges from 59 countries for its three-year funding cycle, totaling $100 billion with other sources, exceeding past records, but falling short of African nations' $120 billion request; the funds will support climate action and poverty reduction in 78 l...
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UK NCA Dismantles Multi-Billion Dollar Russian Money Laundering Network
The UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) disrupted a multi-billion dollar money laundering network run by Russian agents, involving 84 arrests and the seizure of nearly €25 million in cash and cryptocurrency, highlighting the growing use of Tether in illicit finance.
UK NCA Dismantles Multi-Billion Dollar Russian Money Laundering Network
The UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) disrupted a multi-billion dollar money laundering network run by Russian agents, involving 84 arrests and the seizure of nearly €25 million in cash and cryptocurrency, highlighting the growing use of Tether in illicit finance.
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36% Bias Score
Mass Protests Erupt in Georgia Following Ruling Party's Decision to Delay EU Accession Talks
Mass protests erupted in Georgia after the ruling Georgian Dream party announced it would delay EU accession talks until 2028, following allegations of widespread vote-buying and government intimidation in the October elections, which resulted in demonstrations in Tbilisi and across the nation.
Mass Protests Erupt in Georgia Following Ruling Party's Decision to Delay EU Accession Talks
Mass protests erupted in Georgia after the ruling Georgian Dream party announced it would delay EU accession talks until 2028, following allegations of widespread vote-buying and government intimidation in the October elections, which resulted in demonstrations in Tbilisi and across the nation.
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44% Bias Score
Berlin Protests Against €500 Million in Social Service Cuts
Over 5,000 people protested in Berlin against planned social service cuts totaling over €500 million, despite the Senate's partial reversal of €48 million in cuts, with demonstrations continuing and facilities facing closure.
Berlin Protests Against €500 Million in Social Service Cuts
Over 5,000 people protested in Berlin against planned social service cuts totaling over €500 million, despite the Senate's partial reversal of €48 million in cuts, with demonstrations continuing and facilities facing closure.
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56% Bias Score
East German State Elections: Far-Right Gains and Coalition Instability
The September 2023 state elections in eastern Germany saw a far-right party become the strongest in Thuringia and a blocking minority in two states, while Sahra Wagenknecht's new party (BSW) emerged as the third strongest, dramatically altering the political landscape and contributing to the collaps...
East German State Elections: Far-Right Gains and Coalition Instability
The September 2023 state elections in eastern Germany saw a far-right party become the strongest in Thuringia and a blocking minority in two states, while Sahra Wagenknecht's new party (BSW) emerged as the third strongest, dramatically altering the political landscape and contributing to the collaps...
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48% Bias Score
"Georgia: Violent Crackdown on Journalists Amid Anti-Government Protests"
"Masked men attacked a Georgian TV crew covering anti-government protests; police inaction fueled outrage, while authorities called it a provocation to stoke demonstrations, adding to concerns over increasing repression against journalists and opposition figures. "
"Georgia: Violent Crackdown on Journalists Amid Anti-Government Protests"
"Masked men attacked a Georgian TV crew covering anti-government protests; police inaction fueled outrage, while authorities called it a provocation to stoke demonstrations, adding to concerns over increasing repression against journalists and opposition figures. "
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EU-Mercosur Trade Deal: Minimal Market Impact Despite Farmer Concerns
The EU-Mercosur trade deal, while criticized for potentially hindering South American industrial development, will moderately increase some agricultural imports into the EU with minimal impact on EU production according to a Thünen Institute study; however, the EU's large agricultural export surplus...
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal: Minimal Market Impact Despite Farmer Concerns
The EU-Mercosur trade deal, while criticized for potentially hindering South American industrial development, will moderately increase some agricultural imports into the EU with minimal impact on EU production according to a Thünen Institute study; however, the EU's large agricultural export surplus...
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56% Bias Score
"South Korean President Faces Impeachment After Martial Law Declaration"
"South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law has triggered nationwide outrage, impeachment proceedings, and a 70% public approval rating for his removal. The military's passive response and lack of planning suggest a rash decision, sparking comparisons to the 2015 anti-Park Geu...
"South Korean President Faces Impeachment After Martial Law Declaration"
"South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law has triggered nationwide outrage, impeachment proceedings, and a 70% public approval rating for his removal. The military's passive response and lack of planning suggest a rash decision, sparking comparisons to the 2015 anti-Park Geu...
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Bitcoin Surges Past \$100,000 Following Trump's Pro-Crypto Policies
Bitcoin's value exceeded \$100,000 USD on December 5th, 2024, driven by the US presidential election results and Donald Trump's pro-crypto appointments to key government positions, including Scott Bessent as US Treasury Secretary and Paul S. Atkins as head of the US Securities and Exchange Commissio...
Bitcoin Surges Past \$100,000 Following Trump's Pro-Crypto Policies
Bitcoin's value exceeded \$100,000 USD on December 5th, 2024, driven by the US presidential election results and Donald Trump's pro-crypto appointments to key government positions, including Scott Bessent as US Treasury Secretary and Paul S. Atkins as head of the US Securities and Exchange Commissio...
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48% Bias Score
BJP Wins Landslide Victory in Maharashtra State Elections
In Maharashtra's state elections, the BJP secured a sweeping victory winning 132 of 288 seats, forming a coalition government, with Devendra Fadnavis becoming Chief Minister for a third term; this win is attributed to a welfare program and high-profile support, while opposition alleges electoral irr...
BJP Wins Landslide Victory in Maharashtra State Elections
In Maharashtra's state elections, the BJP secured a sweeping victory winning 132 of 288 seats, forming a coalition government, with Devendra Fadnavis becoming Chief Minister for a third term; this win is attributed to a welfare program and high-profile support, while opposition alleges electoral irr...
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44% Bias Score