Bethlehem's Subdued Christmas: Gaza Conflict and Economic Hardship
Bethlehem's Christmas was subdued due to the Gaza conflict and a 70% drop in tourism income, leaving many jobless and prompting fears about the future of the ancient Christian community.
Bethlehem's Subdued Christmas: Gaza Conflict and Economic Hardship
Bethlehem's Christmas was subdued due to the Gaza conflict and a 70% drop in tourism income, leaving many jobless and prompting fears about the future of the ancient Christian community.
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44% Bias Score
Hamas Negotiator Takes Control of Military Wing Amidst Ceasefire Talks
Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya, leading negotiator in the current hostage deal and ceasefire talks, assumed control of Hamas's military wing, the Izzadin al-Qassam Brigades, on Wednesday, securing their full support. This occurred amidst IDF strikes in Gaza and a West Bank counter-terrorism operation ...
Hamas Negotiator Takes Control of Military Wing Amidst Ceasefire Talks
Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya, leading negotiator in the current hostage deal and ceasefire talks, assumed control of Hamas's military wing, the Izzadin al-Qassam Brigades, on Wednesday, securing their full support. This occurred amidst IDF strikes in Gaza and a West Bank counter-terrorism operation ...
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44% Bias Score
Bethlehem Christmas: War and Settlements Cast Shadow on Celebrations
The Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem are overshadowed by the 14-month war in Gaza and the expansion of Israeli settlements in the West Bank, impacting tourism, causing economic hardship for Palestinian Christians, and highlighting ongoing legal battles over homes and restricted freedom of movemen...
Bethlehem Christmas: War and Settlements Cast Shadow on Celebrations
The Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem are overshadowed by the 14-month war in Gaza and the expansion of Israeli settlements in the West Bank, impacting tourism, causing economic hardship for Palestinian Christians, and highlighting ongoing legal battles over homes and restricted freedom of movemen...
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56% Bias Score
Family Dispute at Phoenix Airport Leaves Three Shot, One Stabbed
A family dispute at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport's Terminal 4 on Christmas night led to three people being shot and one stabbed; a juvenile female and a man were detained, with one shooting victim in critical condition.
Family Dispute at Phoenix Airport Leaves Three Shot, One Stabbed
A family dispute at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport's Terminal 4 on Christmas night led to three people being shot and one stabbed; a juvenile female and a man were detained, with one shooting victim in critical condition.
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32% Bias Score
German Religious Leaders Offer Messages of Hope Amidst Global Crises
German religious leaders used their Christmas sermons to offer messages of hope and peace in response to a recent attack on a Magdeburg Christmas market and broader global crises, emphasizing active efforts toward reconciliation and the power of positive words.
German Religious Leaders Offer Messages of Hope Amidst Global Crises
German religious leaders used their Christmas sermons to offer messages of hope and peace in response to a recent attack on a Magdeburg Christmas market and broader global crises, emphasizing active efforts toward reconciliation and the power of positive words.
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40% Bias Score
590,000 UK Elderly to Spend Christmas Day Alone
New figures reveal that 590,000 UK residents over 65 will spend Christmas Day alone, while 1.4 million will eat alone, highlighting the pervasive issue of elderly loneliness exacerbated during the holidays.
590,000 UK Elderly to Spend Christmas Day Alone
New figures reveal that 590,000 UK residents over 65 will spend Christmas Day alone, while 1.4 million will eat alone, highlighting the pervasive issue of elderly loneliness exacerbated during the holidays.
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12% Bias Score
Netflix NFL Games Smash Viewership Records on Christmas
Netflix's Christmas Day NFL games set records with nearly 65 million U.S. viewers, exceeding even the NBA's increased Christmas viewership (84% from 2023), showcasing streaming's growing dominance in sports broadcasting.
Netflix NFL Games Smash Viewership Records on Christmas
Netflix's Christmas Day NFL games set records with nearly 65 million U.S. viewers, exceeding even the NBA's increased Christmas viewership (84% from 2023), showcasing streaming's growing dominance in sports broadcasting.
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44% Bias Score
Family Dispute at Phoenix Airport Leaves Three Shot, One Stabbed
A family dispute at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport's Terminal 4 on Christmas night led to three people being shot and one stabbed; a juvenile female and a man were detained, with one shooting victim in critical condition.
Family Dispute at Phoenix Airport Leaves Three Shot, One Stabbed
A family dispute at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport's Terminal 4 on Christmas night led to three people being shot and one stabbed; a juvenile female and a man were detained, with one shooting victim in critical condition.
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36% Bias Score
Surge in Gambling Addiction Cases Overwhelms NHS in England
NHS England reports a near doubling of gambling addiction clinics in the last year due to a surge in demand, with referrals almost tripling to over 2,200 in 2023/24, fueled by intense advertising around Boxing Day sporting events.
Surge in Gambling Addiction Cases Overwhelms NHS in England
NHS England reports a near doubling of gambling addiction clinics in the last year due to a surge in demand, with referrals almost tripling to over 2,200 in 2023/24, fueled by intense advertising around Boxing Day sporting events.
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56% Bias Score
Bavarian Bishops Emphasize Hope and Peace in Christmas Sermons
Bavarian bishops delivered Christmas sermons emphasizing hope and peace, addressing the Magdeburg Christmas market attack and global conflicts, calling for active engagement in peacebuilding and social justice.
Bavarian Bishops Emphasize Hope and Peace in Christmas Sermons
Bavarian bishops delivered Christmas sermons emphasizing hope and peace, addressing the Magdeburg Christmas market attack and global conflicts, calling for active engagement in peacebuilding and social justice.
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28% Bias Score
Biden and Trump Issue Contrasting Christmas Messages; Trump Threatens Panama Canal Seizure
Outgoing US President Joe Biden offered a traditional Christmas message, while Donald Trump sent dozens of messages attacking "left-wing crazies" and reiterating threats to seize control of the Panama Canal, claiming unfair fees and illegal Chinese influence; Panama rejected these claims.
Biden and Trump Issue Contrasting Christmas Messages; Trump Threatens Panama Canal Seizure
Outgoing US President Joe Biden offered a traditional Christmas message, while Donald Trump sent dozens of messages attacking "left-wing crazies" and reiterating threats to seize control of the Panama Canal, claiming unfair fees and illegal Chinese influence; Panama rejected these claims.
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48% Bias Score
Man Murdered in Staffordshire Home on Christmas Day
Louis Price, 30, was found dead in his home in Norton Canes, Staffordshire, on Christmas Day; a 33-year-old woman is in custody on suspicion of murder, his parents were abroad at the time.
Man Murdered in Staffordshire Home on Christmas Day
Louis Price, 30, was found dead in his home in Norton Canes, Staffordshire, on Christmas Day; a 33-year-old woman is in custody on suspicion of murder, his parents were abroad at the time.
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36% Bias Score