False Rape Accusation Fuels Anti-Migrant Sentiment in Germany
A fabricated video falsely accusing two Afghan men of raping an 18-year-old in Frankfurt circulated on German social media in January 2025, reaching tens of thousands before being removed; the claim was based on a 2022 case where the accused were acquitted due to lack of evidence.
False Rape Accusation Fuels Anti-Migrant Sentiment in Germany
A fabricated video falsely accusing two Afghan men of raping an 18-year-old in Frankfurt circulated on German social media in January 2025, reaching tens of thousands before being removed; the claim was based on a 2022 case where the accused were acquitted due to lack of evidence.
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28% Bias Score
German Migration Protests Fail to Move Union Poll Numbers
Despite hundreds of thousands protesting against Germany's Union party's stricter migration policies and perceived cooperation with the AfD, opinion polls show no change in their support, indicating deeply entrenched voter positions.
German Migration Protests Fail to Move Union Poll Numbers
Despite hundreds of thousands protesting against Germany's Union party's stricter migration policies and perceived cooperation with the AfD, opinion polls show no change in their support, indicating deeply entrenched voter positions.
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40% Bias Score
German Immigrant Voters: Diverse Preferences, Low Turnout, and AfD Support
In Germany, over seven million voters with immigration backgrounds show diverse political preferences, with lower voting rates and a feeling of underrepresentation; a study reveals that 8% of Turkish-origin voters support the AfD, while 45% favor the SPD or Bündnis 90/Die Grünen, highlighting the co...
German Immigrant Voters: Diverse Preferences, Low Turnout, and AfD Support
In Germany, over seven million voters with immigration backgrounds show diverse political preferences, with lower voting rates and a feeling of underrepresentation; a study reveals that 8% of Turkish-origin voters support the AfD, while 45% favor the SPD or Bündnis 90/Die Grünen, highlighting the co...
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44% Bias Score
CDU/CSU's AfD Alliance Shakes German Politics
Ahead of Germany's February 23rd elections, CDU/CSU's cooperation with the AfD on stricter migration policies has caused controversy. While 43% of Germans approve, a significant portion disapproves, highlighting divisions in public opinion regarding alliances with the far-right.
CDU/CSU's AfD Alliance Shakes German Politics
Ahead of Germany's February 23rd elections, CDU/CSU's cooperation with the AfD on stricter migration policies has caused controversy. While 43% of Germans approve, a significant portion disapproves, highlighting divisions in public opinion regarding alliances with the far-right.
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44% Bias Score
German Parties Clash Over Immigration Policy Ahead of Election
Two weeks before Germany's federal election, a ZDF program "Schlagabtausch" revealed sharp divisions among smaller parties over immigration policy, with clashes between those seeking radical changes and those defending existing reforms; economic and social concerns also played significant roles.
German Parties Clash Over Immigration Policy Ahead of Election
Two weeks before Germany's federal election, a ZDF program "Schlagabtausch" revealed sharp divisions among smaller parties over immigration policy, with clashes between those seeking radical changes and those defending existing reforms; economic and social concerns also played significant roles.
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64% Bias Score
German Protests Surge After Union-FDP-AfD Vote
Widespread protests across Germany are expected this weekend, surpassing last week's half-million demonstrators, fueled by the Union and FDP parties' collaboration with the far-right AfD in a Bundestag vote, leading to demonstrations in over 200 locations.
German Protests Surge After Union-FDP-AfD Vote
Widespread protests across Germany are expected this weekend, surpassing last week's half-million demonstrators, fueled by the Union and FDP parties' collaboration with the far-right AfD in a Bundestag vote, leading to demonstrations in over 200 locations.
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56% Bias Score
Hamburg Parties See Membership Surge After Controversial Migration Vote
Following a German Bundestag vote on migration policy that passed with the support of the AfD party, several Hamburg political parties experienced significant membership changes: the SPD saw a substantial increase, the Greens a considerable rise, the CDU a net gain, and the Left party a doubling of ...
Hamburg Parties See Membership Surge After Controversial Migration Vote
Following a German Bundestag vote on migration policy that passed with the support of the AfD party, several Hamburg political parties experienced significant membership changes: the SPD saw a substantial increase, the Greens a considerable rise, the CDU a net gain, and the Left party a doubling of ...
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36% Bias Score
German Migration Debate: Protests Fail to Shift Public Opinion
Protests against the Union's migration policy, following Bundestag debates and fueled by recent attacks, failed to shift public opinion, with poll numbers remaining stable despite hundreds of thousands demonstrating across Germany.
German Migration Debate: Protests Fail to Shift Public Opinion
Protests against the Union's migration policy, following Bundestag debates and fueled by recent attacks, failed to shift public opinion, with poll numbers remaining stable despite hundreds of thousands demonstrating across Germany.
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44% Bias Score
Merkel Criticizes Merz's Immigration Plan, Deepening CDU Rift
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel publicly criticizes CDU leader Friedrich Merz's plan to restrict immigration, advocating for a Europe-wide solution and escalating tensions within the CDU ahead of the upcoming general election, potentially impacting the CDU's electoral performance.
Merkel Criticizes Merz's Immigration Plan, Deepening CDU Rift
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel publicly criticizes CDU leader Friedrich Merz's plan to restrict immigration, advocating for a Europe-wide solution and escalating tensions within the CDU ahead of the upcoming general election, potentially impacting the CDU's electoral performance.
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48% Bias Score
German Election Tensions Rise Amidst CDU/CSU-AfD Immigration Deal
Ahead of Germany's February 23rd elections, the CDU/CSU's cooperation with the AfD on stricter immigration policies has caused a major political rift. A recent poll reveals 43% approval and nearly 50% disapproval of this action, with deep divisions across party lines, significantly impacting the upc...
German Election Tensions Rise Amidst CDU/CSU-AfD Immigration Deal
Ahead of Germany's February 23rd elections, the CDU/CSU's cooperation with the AfD on stricter immigration policies has caused a major political rift. A recent poll reveals 43% approval and nearly 50% disapproval of this action, with deep divisions across party lines, significantly impacting the upc...
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40% Bias Score
Tesla's German Sales Crash Amidst Musk's AfD Endorsement
Tesla's German sales plunged 59.5% in January 2025, a sharp contrast to the 53.5% increase in overall electric car sales. This follows Elon Musk's support for Germany's far-right AfD party, sparking outrage and concerns about brand reputation.
Tesla's German Sales Crash Amidst Musk's AfD Endorsement
Tesla's German sales plunged 59.5% in January 2025, a sharp contrast to the 53.5% increase in overall electric car sales. This follows Elon Musk's support for Germany's far-right AfD party, sparking outrage and concerns about brand reputation.
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40% Bias Score
German CEOs Warn Against Xenophobia Ahead of Elections
CEOs of Siemens, Mercedes-Benz, and Deutsche Bank issued a joint statement on February 9th, warning against the dangers of a protest vote driven by xenophobia in the upcoming German federal elections on February 23rd, emphasizing the need for qualified immigration and a stable government to maintain...
German CEOs Warn Against Xenophobia Ahead of Elections
CEOs of Siemens, Mercedes-Benz, and Deutsche Bank issued a joint statement on February 9th, warning against the dangers of a protest vote driven by xenophobia in the upcoming German federal elections on February 23rd, emphasizing the need for qualified immigration and a stable government to maintain...
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60% Bias Score