Major Earthquake Kills 126 in the Tibetan Plateau
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Tibetan Plateau near Mount Everest on Tuesday, killing at least 126 people, injuring 188, and damaging over 1,000 buildings; rescue efforts are underway in freezing conditions.
Major Earthquake Kills 126 in the Tibetan Plateau
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Tibetan Plateau near Mount Everest on Tuesday, killing at least 126 people, injuring 188, and damaging over 1,000 buildings; rescue efforts are underway in freezing conditions.
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24% Bias Score
Glauber Proposes State Share of German CO2 Emission Revenue
Germany's 2024 CO2 emissions trading revenues reached a record €18.5 billion; Bavaria's Environment Minister Thorsten Glauber proposes allocating 25% to states for local climate protection, arguing that funds should return to their source, with Bavaria potentially receiving €1 billion.
Glauber Proposes State Share of German CO2 Emission Revenue
Germany's 2024 CO2 emissions trading revenues reached a record €18.5 billion; Bavaria's Environment Minister Thorsten Glauber proposes allocating 25% to states for local climate protection, arguing that funds should return to their source, with Bavaria potentially receiving €1 billion.
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36% Bias Score
Germany Meets National Climate Goal, Misses EU Target
Germany achieved its national 2023 climate goal by reducing CO2 emissions by 3 percent to 656 million tons, a historic low, primarily due to renewable energy expansion. However, it missed its EU target by 12 million tons due to shortfalls in buildings and transport, despite economic slowdown and mil...
Germany Meets National Climate Goal, Misses EU Target
Germany achieved its national 2023 climate goal by reducing CO2 emissions by 3 percent to 656 million tons, a historic low, primarily due to renewable energy expansion. However, it missed its EU target by 12 million tons due to shortfalls in buildings and transport, despite economic slowdown and mil...
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48% Bias Score
German Ministers Urge Stronger Marine Protection Amidst Environmental Concerns
German ministers Habeck and Lemke are visiting the Wadden Sea National Park in Schleswig-Holstein to advocate for stronger marine protection, citing threats from rising sea levels, pollution, and the ongoing debate surrounding oil and gas drilling near the park.
German Ministers Urge Stronger Marine Protection Amidst Environmental Concerns
German ministers Habeck and Lemke are visiting the Wadden Sea National Park in Schleswig-Holstein to advocate for stronger marine protection, citing threats from rising sea levels, pollution, and the ongoing debate surrounding oil and gas drilling near the park.
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52% Bias Score
UK Faces Sub-Zero Temperatures After Days of Flooding
Sub-zero temperatures are forecast across the UK this week, with lows potentially reaching -20°C, following days of flooding in central England causing travel disruption and school closures; the cold snap is expected to be colder than last winter and possibly the coldest since February 2021.
UK Faces Sub-Zero Temperatures After Days of Flooding
Sub-zero temperatures are forecast across the UK this week, with lows potentially reaching -20°C, following days of flooding in central England causing travel disruption and school closures; the cold snap is expected to be colder than last winter and possibly the coldest since February 2021.
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36% Bias Score
2400 Tons of Heavy Fuel Oil Spilled in Kerch Strait, Hampering Cleanup Efforts
On December 15, 2023, two tankers sank in the Kerch Strait during a storm, spilling 2400 tons of heavy fuel oil, impacting 54km of coastline near Anapa, Temryuk, and Kerch, resulting in significant environmental damage and economic losses. Cleanup efforts are hampered by the oil's unique properties.
2400 Tons of Heavy Fuel Oil Spilled in Kerch Strait, Hampering Cleanup Efforts
On December 15, 2023, two tankers sank in the Kerch Strait during a storm, spilling 2400 tons of heavy fuel oil, impacting 54km of coastline near Anapa, Temryuk, and Kerch, resulting in significant environmental damage and economic losses. Cleanup efforts are hampered by the oil's unique properties.
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44% Bias Score
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Dingri County, Xizang
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Dingri county in Southwest China's Xizang region at 9:05 am on Tuesday, killing 53 and injuring 62, damaging over 1,000 houses, prompting a major rescue operation hampered by freezing temperatures and impacting the Mount Qomolangma Scenic Area.
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Dingri County, Xizang
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Dingri county in Southwest China's Xizang region at 9:05 am on Tuesday, killing 53 and injuring 62, damaging over 1,000 houses, prompting a major rescue operation hampered by freezing temperatures and impacting the Mount Qomolangma Scenic Area.
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24% Bias Score
Massive Pulp Factory Sparks Environmental Protest in Galicia
Altri, a Portuguese company, plans a massive 360-hectare eucalyptus pulp factory in Palas de Rei, Galicia, producing 400,000 tons of pulp annually, half for Lyocell textile fiber, sparking intense local opposition due to environmental concerns and the project's questionable sustainability.
Massive Pulp Factory Sparks Environmental Protest in Galicia
Altri, a Portuguese company, plans a massive 360-hectare eucalyptus pulp factory in Palas de Rei, Galicia, producing 400,000 tons of pulp annually, half for Lyocell textile fiber, sparking intense local opposition due to environmental concerns and the project's questionable sustainability.
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60% Bias Score
Bavarian Farmers Receive \u20ac15 Million in Crop Insurance Subsidies Amidst Climate Change Impacts
In 2024, 6,000 Bavarian farmers received \u20ac15 million in subsidies for crop insurance, covering 6 percent of eligible farmland, due to increased risks from extreme weather; this follows a program expansion in 2023, highlighting the impact of climate change on the agricultural sector.
Bavarian Farmers Receive \u20ac15 Million in Crop Insurance Subsidies Amidst Climate Change Impacts
In 2024, 6,000 Bavarian farmers received \u20ac15 million in subsidies for crop insurance, covering 6 percent of eligible farmland, due to increased risks from extreme weather; this follows a program expansion in 2023, highlighting the impact of climate change on the agricultural sector.
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24% Bias Score
Biden Bans Offshore Drilling; Trump Vows Reversal
President Biden issued a ban on offshore oil and gas drilling in most federal waters, a move that President-elect Trump criticized as hindering the transition process; however, experts say the ban's economic impact will be minimal because it mostly affects future projects, not existing ones.
Biden Bans Offshore Drilling; Trump Vows Reversal
President Biden issued a ban on offshore oil and gas drilling in most federal waters, a move that President-elect Trump criticized as hindering the transition process; however, experts say the ban's economic impact will be minimal because it mostly affects future projects, not existing ones.
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44% Bias Score
Climate Change Intensifies Global Water Cycle Disruptions in 2024
The 2024 Global Water Monitor report details the devastating impacts of climate change on the global water cycle, citing over 8,700 deaths, 40 million displaced, and \$550 billion in economic losses from extreme weather events including floods and droughts across the globe.
Climate Change Intensifies Global Water Cycle Disruptions in 2024
The 2024 Global Water Monitor report details the devastating impacts of climate change on the global water cycle, citing over 8,700 deaths, 40 million displaced, and \$550 billion in economic losses from extreme weather events including floods and droughts across the globe.
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24% Bias Score
Trump's Return: Europe Faces Economic and Geopolitical Uncertainty
With Republicans controlling both houses of Congress, Donald Trump's return to the presidency could significantly impact global affairs, particularly Europe, through potential trade tariffs, increased defense costs for the EU, and a setback in international climate cooperation.
Trump's Return: Europe Faces Economic and Geopolitical Uncertainty
With Republicans controlling both houses of Congress, Donald Trump's return to the presidency could significantly impact global affairs, particularly Europe, through potential trade tariffs, increased defense costs for the EU, and a setback in international climate cooperation.
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56% Bias Score