EU Accuses Russia of Sabotage, Citing Damaged Undersea Cable
The European Union has formally accused Russia of a string of sabotage incidents across Europe, citing the damage to the Estlink 2 undersea cable as a prime example, allegedly caused by a ship from Russia's 'shadow fleet', prompting plans for stronger countermeasures.
EU Accuses Russia of Sabotage, Citing Damaged Undersea Cable
The European Union has formally accused Russia of a string of sabotage incidents across Europe, citing the damage to the Estlink 2 undersea cable as a prime example, allegedly caused by a ship from Russia's 'shadow fleet', prompting plans for stronger countermeasures.
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56% Bias Score
Magdeburg Attack Prompts Inquiry into German Security Failures
A 50-year-old man killed five and injured approximately 230 people in a Christmas market car attack in Magdeburg, Germany; the attacker, known to authorities for years due to prior threats, is now in custody, prompting investigations into potential security failures and calls for political accountab...
Magdeburg Attack Prompts Inquiry into German Security Failures
A 50-year-old man killed five and injured approximately 230 people in a Christmas market car attack in Magdeburg, Germany; the attacker, known to authorities for years due to prior threats, is now in custody, prompting investigations into potential security failures and calls for political accountab...
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48% Bias Score
Musk's Pro-AfD Opinion Piece Sparks Criticism in Germany
SPD chair Saskia Esken criticized Elon Musk's pro-AfD opinion piece in the Welt am Sonntag, raising concerns about foreign interference in German elections and questioning the newspaper's decision to publish it. The future Welt editor published a counter-argument.
Musk's Pro-AfD Opinion Piece Sparks Criticism in Germany
SPD chair Saskia Esken criticized Elon Musk's pro-AfD opinion piece in the Welt am Sonntag, raising concerns about foreign interference in German elections and questioning the newspaper's decision to publish it. The future Welt editor published a counter-argument.
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44% Bias Score
Unicredit Denies Commerzbank Job Cut Claims
Unicredit denies Commerzbank labor union claims of 15,000 potential job losses following Unicredit's increased stake to around 28 percent, asserting that such claims lack foundation and are pure speculation.
Unicredit Denies Commerzbank Job Cut Claims
Unicredit denies Commerzbank labor union claims of 15,000 potential job losses following Unicredit's increased stake to around 28 percent, asserting that such claims lack foundation and are pure speculation.
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52% Bias Score
AI-Driven Cancer Treatment in North Rhine-Westphalia Receives €20 Million Funding
In North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, approximately 100,000 people are diagnosed with cancer yearly; Minister-President Hendrik Wüst visited the West German Proton Therapy Center (WPE) in Essen, which uses AI and proton therapy to improve diagnosis and treatment, receiving €20 million in state funding...
AI-Driven Cancer Treatment in North Rhine-Westphalia Receives €20 Million Funding
In North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, approximately 100,000 people are diagnosed with cancer yearly; Minister-President Hendrik Wüst visited the West German Proton Therapy Center (WPE) in Essen, which uses AI and proton therapy to improve diagnosis and treatment, receiving €20 million in state funding...
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44% Bias Score
African Swine Fever Spreads in Hesse, Germany: Hundreds of Pigs Dead, Restrictions in Place
The African swine fever virus continues to spread in Hesse, Germany, impacting the Rheingau-Taunus and Mainz-Bingen districts, resulting in hundreds of pig deaths, extensive fencing, and restrictions. Authorities urge against New Year's Eve fireworks to avoid further spread.
African Swine Fever Spreads in Hesse, Germany: Hundreds of Pigs Dead, Restrictions in Place
The African swine fever virus continues to spread in Hesse, Germany, impacting the Rheingau-Taunus and Mainz-Bingen districts, resulting in hundreds of pig deaths, extensive fencing, and restrictions. Authorities urge against New Year's Eve fireworks to avoid further spread.
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28% Bias Score
Deadliest Plane Crash in South Korea Kills 179; Bird Strike Suspected
A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed at Muan Airport in South Korea on Sunday, killing 179 people (over 140 identified), following an apparent bird strike and subsequent landing gear failure; a second Jeju Air plane had similar problems the following day, prompting a nationwide review of Boeing 737-800...
Deadliest Plane Crash in South Korea Kills 179; Bird Strike Suspected
A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed at Muan Airport in South Korea on Sunday, killing 179 people (over 140 identified), following an apparent bird strike and subsequent landing gear failure; a second Jeju Air plane had similar problems the following day, prompting a nationwide review of Boeing 737-800...
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24% Bias Score
Berlin Police Monitor Protest Leaders Amidst Gaza Conflict Demonstrations
Berlin police are closely monitoring 100-200 individuals influencing pro-Palestinian demonstrations, leading to route changes and restrictions due to increased violence following the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel; over 4,200 related criminal proceedings are underway.
Berlin Police Monitor Protest Leaders Amidst Gaza Conflict Demonstrations
Berlin police are closely monitoring 100-200 individuals influencing pro-Palestinian demonstrations, leading to route changes and restrictions due to increased violence following the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel; over 4,200 related criminal proceedings are underway.
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56% Bias Score
CDU Proposes Mandatory Deportation for Repeat Offending Foreigners in Germany
Germany's CDU party proposes mandatory deportation for foreigners committing a second offense, regardless of severity, aiming to deter crime and tighten immigration controls, potentially impacting thousands and altering the legal framework.
CDU Proposes Mandatory Deportation for Repeat Offending Foreigners in Germany
Germany's CDU party proposes mandatory deportation for foreigners committing a second offense, regardless of severity, aiming to deter crime and tighten immigration controls, potentially impacting thousands and altering the legal framework.
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60% Bias Score
Germany Responds to Musk's AfD Endorsement
The German government views Elon Musk's AfD endorsement as political interference but won't condemn it, citing free speech while highlighting that the AfD is under investigation for suspected right-wing extremism and that German elections are a domestic matter.
Germany Responds to Musk's AfD Endorsement
The German government views Elon Musk's AfD endorsement as political interference but won't condemn it, citing free speech while highlighting that the AfD is under investigation for suspected right-wing extremism and that German elections are a domestic matter.
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44% Bias Score
Record €17 Billion Investment in German Rail Infrastructure
Deutsche Bahn (DB) invested nearly €17 billion in its rail infrastructure in 2023, a record amount aimed at modernizing the network and improving service quality by renewing tracks, switches, and stations, with projects ranging from new elevators to complete overhauls of major lines like the Riedbah...
Record €17 Billion Investment in German Rail Infrastructure
Deutsche Bahn (DB) invested nearly €17 billion in its rail infrastructure in 2023, a record amount aimed at modernizing the network and improving service quality by renewing tracks, switches, and stations, with projects ranging from new elevators to complete overhauls of major lines like the Riedbah...
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48% Bias Score
Freiburg Cathedral Choir Director Suspended After Christmas Service Disruptions
Following disruptions during Christmas Eve and Christmas services at Freiburg Cathedral, the director of the Cathedral Choir School, Boris Böhmann, was immediately suspended, despite his contract ending in February 2025, due to his alleged condoning of the intentional disturbances, triggering legal ...
Freiburg Cathedral Choir Director Suspended After Christmas Service Disruptions
Following disruptions during Christmas Eve and Christmas services at Freiburg Cathedral, the director of the Cathedral Choir School, Boris Böhmann, was immediately suspended, despite his contract ending in February 2025, due to his alleged condoning of the intentional disturbances, triggering legal ...
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40% Bias Score