Death of Former Greek Prime Minister Costas Simitis
Former Greek Prime Minister Costas Simitis, instrumental in Greece's euro adoption, died at 88; a four-day mourning period and state funeral have been declared, with tributes from across the political spectrum.
Death of Former Greek Prime Minister Costas Simitis
Former Greek Prime Minister Costas Simitis, instrumental in Greece's euro adoption, died at 88; a four-day mourning period and state funeral have been declared, with tributes from across the political spectrum.
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36% Bias Score
SVG's Legal Cannabis Industry: Transformation and Challenges
St. Vincent and the Grenadines' 2018 legalization of medical cannabis transformed the lives of Rastafarian farmers who once hid their crops from US anti-narcotics operations, creating a new industry despite challenges from natural disasters and international competition.
SVG's Legal Cannabis Industry: Transformation and Challenges
St. Vincent and the Grenadines' 2018 legalization of medical cannabis transformed the lives of Rastafarian farmers who once hid their crops from US anti-narcotics operations, creating a new industry despite challenges from natural disasters and international competition.
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40% Bias Score
Edinburgh's Lucky Yu: Flavorful Asian Cuisine in a Casual Setting
Lucky Yu, an Edinburgh restaurant, offers Asian-inspired dishes including dry but enjoyable karaage, pork steak with Korean BBQ sauce, and various vegetarian options, reflecting a trend towards accessible, flavorful cuisine.
Edinburgh's Lucky Yu: Flavorful Asian Cuisine in a Casual Setting
Lucky Yu, an Edinburgh restaurant, offers Asian-inspired dishes including dry but enjoyable karaage, pork steak with Korean BBQ sauce, and various vegetarian options, reflecting a trend towards accessible, flavorful cuisine.
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40% Bias Score
TikTok Knew of Child Exploitation on Live, Lawsuit Reveals
A Utah lawsuit reveals TikTok knew its livestream feature, TikTok Live, was used to exploit children, with internal investigations showing adults paying minors for sexual acts and criminals using it for money laundering; despite this, TikTok allegedly prioritized profits over safety.
TikTok Knew of Child Exploitation on Live, Lawsuit Reveals
A Utah lawsuit reveals TikTok knew its livestream feature, TikTok Live, was used to exploit children, with internal investigations showing adults paying minors for sexual acts and criminals using it for money laundering; despite this, TikTok allegedly prioritized profits over safety.
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52% Bias Score
Rising Seas Threaten Global Oil Exports
Rising sea levels threaten 13 major oil ports, jeopardizing 20% of global oil exports, with Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura and Yanbu ports particularly vulnerable to a projected 1-meter rise by 2070, highlighting the ironic impact of fossil fuel reliance on climate change.
Rising Seas Threaten Global Oil Exports
Rising sea levels threaten 13 major oil ports, jeopardizing 20% of global oil exports, with Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura and Yanbu ports particularly vulnerable to a projected 1-meter rise by 2070, highlighting the ironic impact of fossil fuel reliance on climate change.
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48% Bias Score
Failed Arrest Attempt of Impeached South Korean President Sparks Mass Protests
Thousands protested in Seoul after a failed attempt to arrest South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol for imposing martial law, leading to his impeachment and creating political chaos; the arrest attempt was called off due to safety concerns, and Yoon faces potential imprisonment or death penalty.
Failed Arrest Attempt of Impeached South Korean President Sparks Mass Protests
Thousands protested in Seoul after a failed attempt to arrest South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol for imposing martial law, leading to his impeachment and creating political chaos; the arrest attempt was called off due to safety concerns, and Yoon faces potential imprisonment or death penalty.
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40% Bias Score
Starmer's New Year Message: A Narrative Shift for a Fairer Britain
In a New Year's address, Keir Starmer outlined his government's commitment to improving public services, creating jobs, and addressing economic inequalities, contrasting his approach with past broken promises and highlighting the challenges of countering opposing political narratives.
Starmer's New Year Message: A Narrative Shift for a Fairer Britain
In a New Year's address, Keir Starmer outlined his government's commitment to improving public services, creating jobs, and addressing economic inequalities, contrasting his approach with past broken promises and highlighting the challenges of countering opposing political narratives.
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48% Bias Score
Heatwave Sweeps Southeastern Australia, Relief Expected Monday
A three-day heatwave affecting South Australia, New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania saw temperatures reach 40°C in some areas; relief is expected on Monday due to shifting winds from the Southern Ocean; however, high fire risks persist in several regions, and unusually heavy rainfall occurred in...
Heatwave Sweeps Southeastern Australia, Relief Expected Monday
A three-day heatwave affecting South Australia, New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania saw temperatures reach 40°C in some areas; relief is expected on Monday due to shifting winds from the Southern Ocean; however, high fire risks persist in several regions, and unusually heavy rainfall occurred in...
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32% Bias Score
Gaza Bombardments Kill 30, Ceasefire Talks Resume Amidst Annexation Fears
Israeli bombardments in Gaza killed approximately 30 civilians on Friday, including children, while indirect negotiations for a truce mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the US are set to resume amidst allegations of war crimes and concerns about a potential annexation of Gaza.
Gaza Bombardments Kill 30, Ceasefire Talks Resume Amidst Annexation Fears
Israeli bombardments in Gaza killed approximately 30 civilians on Friday, including children, while indirect negotiations for a truce mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the US are set to resume amidst allegations of war crimes and concerns about a potential annexation of Gaza.
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32% Bias Score
New Orleans Terrorist Attack Kills 14
On January 1st, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a US Army veteran, drove a truck into New Year's Eve revelers on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 and injuring 35; police killed Jabbar, who had planted unexploded bombs nearby and set fire to his rental property.
New Orleans Terrorist Attack Kills 14
On January 1st, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a US Army veteran, drove a truck into New Year's Eve revelers on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 and injuring 35; police killed Jabbar, who had planted unexploded bombs nearby and set fire to his rental property.
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44% Bias Score
British Man Among 14 Killed in New Orleans Vehicle Attack
A British man, Edward Pettifer, was among 14 people killed and at least 35 injured in a New Year's Day vehicle attack in New Orleans' French Quarter by a suspect who drove a pickup truck into a crowd and fired a gun; an Islamic State flag was found in the vehicle.
British Man Among 14 Killed in New Orleans Vehicle Attack
A British man, Edward Pettifer, was among 14 people killed and at least 35 injured in a New Year's Day vehicle attack in New Orleans' French Quarter by a suspect who drove a pickup truck into a crowd and fired a gun; an Islamic State flag was found in the vehicle.
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32% Bias Score
Record UK Electric Car Sales Raise Sustainability Concerns
The UK saw record electric car sales in 2024, reaching 19.6% of the 1.95 million new cars sold, exceeding government targets but prompting concerns about unsustainable industry practices due to steep manufacturer discounts.
Record UK Electric Car Sales Raise Sustainability Concerns
The UK saw record electric car sales in 2024, reaching 19.6% of the 1.95 million new cars sold, exceeding government targets but prompting concerns about unsustainable industry practices due to steep manufacturer discounts.
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44% Bias Score