Global Arms Sales Rise 4.2% in 2023 Despite US Slowdown
The global arms trade grew by 4.2% in 2023 to $632 billion, led by smaller companies and a significant surge in Russian sales (Rostec +49%), contrasting with slight declines for leading US manufacturers (Lockheed Martin and RTX) and stagnation in Europe (excluding UK).
Global Arms Sales Rise 4.2% in 2023 Despite US Slowdown
The global arms trade grew by 4.2% in 2023 to $632 billion, led by smaller companies and a significant surge in Russian sales (Rostec +49%), contrasting with slight declines for leading US manufacturers (Lockheed Martin and RTX) and stagnation in Europe (excluding UK).
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44% Bias Score
Baden-Württemberg's Constitutional Court to Decide on FDP's Rejected Electoral Reform Initiative
The Baden-Württemberg Ministry of the Interior rejected a FDP popular initiative to reduce the state parliament's constituencies from 70 to 38, citing the proposal's unconstitutionality due to disproportionately weighting proportional representation over direct mandates; the Constitutional Court wil...
Baden-Württemberg's Constitutional Court to Decide on FDP's Rejected Electoral Reform Initiative
The Baden-Württemberg Ministry of the Interior rejected a FDP popular initiative to reduce the state parliament's constituencies from 70 to 38, citing the proposal's unconstitutionality due to disproportionately weighting proportional representation over direct mandates; the Constitutional Court wil...
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48% Bias Score
Volkswagen Faces Potential Strikes Amidst Wage Cut and Plant Closure Threats
Volkswagen faces potential widespread strikes affecting over 120,000 employees due to a proposed 10% wage cut and potential plant closures after rejecting a union proposal for a €1.5 billion cost-saving plan; negotiations continue on December 9th.
Volkswagen Faces Potential Strikes Amidst Wage Cut and Plant Closure Threats
Volkswagen faces potential widespread strikes affecting over 120,000 employees due to a proposed 10% wage cut and potential plant closures after rejecting a union proposal for a €1.5 billion cost-saving plan; negotiations continue on December 9th.
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48% Bias Score
Hamburg CDU Proposes Private Investment for Major Infrastructure Projects
The Hamburg CDU proposes using private investors to fund major infrastructure projects like the Köhlbrandbrücke bridge, offering them shares of truck toll revenue or state payments in exchange for capital, aiming to accelerate construction and improve Hamburg's logistics standing.
Hamburg CDU Proposes Private Investment for Major Infrastructure Projects
The Hamburg CDU proposes using private investors to fund major infrastructure projects like the Köhlbrandbrücke bridge, offering them shares of truck toll revenue or state payments in exchange for capital, aiming to accelerate construction and improve Hamburg's logistics standing.
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52% Bias Score
Mixed Start to German Christmas Retail Season
German retailers experienced a mixed start to the Christmas season in the week before Advent, with larger stores and city center locations performing better than smaller businesses and those in less central areas; while larger stores and those in city centers reported higher satisfaction, almost two...
Mixed Start to German Christmas Retail Season
German retailers experienced a mixed start to the Christmas season in the week before Advent, with larger stores and city center locations performing better than smaller businesses and those in less central areas; while larger stores and those in city centers reported higher satisfaction, almost two...
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44% Bias Score
Hamburg to Invest €8.5 Million in Climate Resilience and Public Transport Improvements
Hamburg's red-green coalition will invest €3.5 million to make Harburg train station climate-resilient by 2024, planting trees and adding sun protection, while simultaneously investing €5 million in rail replacement services to deal with ongoing issues with public transportation delays and aiming to...
Hamburg to Invest €8.5 Million in Climate Resilience and Public Transport Improvements
Hamburg's red-green coalition will invest €3.5 million to make Harburg train station climate-resilient by 2024, planting trees and adding sun protection, while simultaneously investing €5 million in rail replacement services to deal with ongoing issues with public transportation delays and aiming to...
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40% Bias Score
German Premiere of "Michael Jackson: A Life on Stage" Focuses on Artistic Achievements
The German premiere of "Michael Jackson: A Life on Stage" portrays Jackson's career from the Jackson 5 to his "Dangerous" world tour, highlighting his artistic achievements while acknowledging personal struggles, but excluding later abuse allegations.
German Premiere of "Michael Jackson: A Life on Stage" Focuses on Artistic Achievements
The German premiere of "Michael Jackson: A Life on Stage" portrays Jackson's career from the Jackson 5 to his "Dangerous" world tour, highlighting his artistic achievements while acknowledging personal struggles, but excluding later abuse allegations.
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48% Bias Score
€5,000 Reward Offered in Hamburg Murder Investigation
A 31-year-old businessman with a prior drug conviction was fatally shot on October 20th, 2023, in Hamburg's Neustadt district; a €5,000 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest of the perpetrator, who remains at large.
€5,000 Reward Offered in Hamburg Murder Investigation
A 31-year-old businessman with a prior drug conviction was fatally shot on October 20th, 2023, in Hamburg's Neustadt district; a €5,000 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest of the perpetrator, who remains at large.
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32% Bias Score
UN Plastic Treaty Talks Stall Over Production Cap
The fifth round of UN negotiations on a global plastics treaty ended in Busan, South Korea, without an agreement on a cap on plastic production, primarily due to opposition from oil-producing nations; talks will continue next year.
UN Plastic Treaty Talks Stall Over Production Cap
The fifth round of UN negotiations on a global plastics treaty ended in Busan, South Korea, without an agreement on a cap on plastic production, primarily due to opposition from oil-producing nations; talks will continue next year.
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40% Bias Score
German Businesses Lag in AI Adoption, Facing a Decade-Long Competitive Disadvantage
A Cisco study reveals that only 6% of German companies are well-prepared for AI, lagging behind European counterparts due to insufficient infrastructure and skilled workforce, despite 98% recognizing AI's growing importance.
German Businesses Lag in AI Adoption, Facing a Decade-Long Competitive Disadvantage
A Cisco study reveals that only 6% of German companies are well-prepared for AI, lagging behind European counterparts due to insufficient infrastructure and skilled workforce, despite 98% recognizing AI's growing importance.
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48% Bias Score
Weak Start to Christmas Sales in Baden-Württemberg
A survey of nearly 200 retailers in Baden-Württemberg reveals a 20% drop in sales during the first Advent weekend compared to last year, attributed to continued consumer restraint despite a slight easing of inflation. Retailers remain optimistic, expecting a surge in sales closer to Christmas.
Weak Start to Christmas Sales in Baden-Württemberg
A survey of nearly 200 retailers in Baden-Württemberg reveals a 20% drop in sales during the first Advent weekend compared to last year, attributed to continued consumer restraint despite a slight easing of inflation. Retailers remain optimistic, expecting a surge in sales closer to Christmas.
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40% Bias Score
French Actor Niels Arestrup Dies at 75
French actor Niels Arestrup, renowned for his roles in "A Prophet" and "Diplomacy," died at 75 after a battle with illness, leaving a significant mark on French and international cinema.
French Actor Niels Arestrup Dies at 75
French actor Niels Arestrup, renowned for his roles in "A Prophet" and "Diplomacy," died at 75 after a battle with illness, leaving a significant mark on French and international cinema.
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28% Bias Score