Federal Appeals Court Upholds TikTok Ban, but Supreme Court Appeal Likely
A federal appeals court upheld a ban on TikTok, set to take effect in January 2024, citing national security concerns based on evidence of data collection and potential Chinese government influence, affecting over 170 million U.S. users; however, the Supreme Court could overturn the ban.
Federal Appeals Court Upholds TikTok Ban, but Supreme Court Appeal Likely
A federal appeals court upheld a ban on TikTok, set to take effect in January 2024, citing national security concerns based on evidence of data collection and potential Chinese government influence, affecting over 170 million U.S. users; however, the Supreme Court could overturn the ban.
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52% Bias Score
Sabrina Carpenter Tops TikTok US Artists in 2024 Amidst Potential Ban
Sabrina Carpenter was TikTok's most popular US artist in 2024, generating over 15 million video creations; her success, along with that of other TikTok stars, demonstrates the app's impact on the music industry, despite a potential US ban.
Sabrina Carpenter Tops TikTok US Artists in 2024 Amidst Potential Ban
Sabrina Carpenter was TikTok's most popular US artist in 2024, generating over 15 million video creations; her success, along with that of other TikTok stars, demonstrates the app's impact on the music industry, despite a potential US ban.
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32% Bias Score
German CSOs Urge AfD Ban Investigation
More than 50 German civil society organizations called on lawmakers to support a motion to investigate banning the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, citing the party's violation of fundamental democratic principles and urging a decision before the February 23rd election.
German CSOs Urge AfD Ban Investigation
More than 50 German civil society organizations called on lawmakers to support a motion to investigate banning the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, citing the party's violation of fundamental democratic principles and urging a decision before the February 23rd election.
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44% Bias Score
Australia Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia debates a potential ban on social media for children under 16 to combat cyberbullying and improve online safety, sparking controversy and discussion about its effectiveness and impact.
Australia Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia debates a potential ban on social media for children under 16 to combat cyberbullying and improve online safety, sparking controversy and discussion about its effectiveness and impact.
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48% Bias Score
Russia Bans Cryptocurrency Mining in Several Regions
The Russian government has banned cryptocurrency mining in several regions during the autumn-winter period to address energy shortages, causing concerns about the impact on the cryptocurrency mining industry and its economic consequences.
Russia Bans Cryptocurrency Mining in Several Regions
The Russian government has banned cryptocurrency mining in several regions during the autumn-winter period to address energy shortages, causing concerns about the impact on the cryptocurrency mining industry and its economic consequences.
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48% Bias Score
Amsterdam Pro-Palestinian Protest Leads to Arrests
A pro-Palestinian demonstration in Amsterdam resulted in 50 arrests after defying a city-wide protest ban following attacks on Israeli football fans.
Amsterdam Pro-Palestinian Protest Leads to Arrests
A pro-Palestinian demonstration in Amsterdam resulted in 50 arrests after defying a city-wide protest ban following attacks on Israeli football fans.
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0% Bias Score
Bundespressekonferenz Lifts Ban on Comedian Hape Kerkeling
The Bundespressekonferenz (BPK) lifted a decades-long informal ban on comedian Hape Kerkeling on his 60th birthday, stemming from a 1990 incident where he satirically questioned government spending and the lack of refreshments at a BPK event.
Bundespressekonferenz Lifts Ban on Comedian Hape Kerkeling
The Bundespressekonferenz (BPK) lifted a decades-long informal ban on comedian Hape Kerkeling on his 60th birthday, stemming from a 1990 incident where he satirically questioned government spending and the lack of refreshments at a BPK event.
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36% Bias Score
German Civil Society Coalition Urges AfD Ban Ahead of Elections
On Monday, 50 German civil society organizations joined a campaign to ban the AfD party before the upcoming February elections, citing concerns about the party's ideology and potential rise to power; 113 Bundestag members have already submitted a formal proposal supported by legal experts.
German Civil Society Coalition Urges AfD Ban Ahead of Elections
On Monday, 50 German civil society organizations joined a campaign to ban the AfD party before the upcoming February elections, citing concerns about the party's ideology and potential rise to power; 113 Bundestag members have already submitted a formal proposal supported by legal experts.
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44% Bias Score
Australia Considers Social Media Ban for Children
Australia debates a potential ban on social media for children under 16 to combat cyberbullying and protect mental health. The proposal faces strong opposition while also being supported by several government figures.
Australia Considers Social Media Ban for Children
Australia debates a potential ban on social media for children under 16 to combat cyberbullying and protect mental health. The proposal faces strong opposition while also being supported by several government figures.
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44% Bias Score
Bentancur Banned for Offensive Remarks
Uruguay's Rodrigo Bentancur receives a seven-match ban and a substantial fine for an offensive comment about South Koreans, relating to his Tottenham teammate Son Heung-min.
Bentancur Banned for Offensive Remarks
Uruguay's Rodrigo Bentancur receives a seven-match ban and a substantial fine for an offensive comment about South Koreans, relating to his Tottenham teammate Son Heung-min.
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24% Bias Score
Bentancur Banned for Racist Remark
Tottenham's Rodrigo Bentancur receives a seven-match ban and a hefty fine for a racist remark about teammate Son Heung-min.
Bentancur Banned for Racist Remark
Tottenham's Rodrigo Bentancur receives a seven-match ban and a hefty fine for a racist remark about teammate Son Heung-min.
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36% Bias Score
Debate on AfD Ban Intensifies in Germany
Debate rages in Germany over a potential ban of the AfD party, with differing opinions on timing and potential consequences.
Debate on AfD Ban Intensifies in Germany
Debate rages in Germany over a potential ban of the AfD party, with differing opinions on timing and potential consequences.
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0% Bias Score