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US Revokes Visas of Mexican Band for Narcocorrido Performance
The US State Department revoked the visas of Mexican band Los Alegres del Barranco for performing a narcocorrido, a ballad about drug cartels, in Zapopan, Mexico, sparking controversy over free speech and US-Mexico relations, while simultaneously boosting the band's popularity.
US Revokes Visas of Mexican Band for Narcocorrido Performance
The US State Department revoked the visas of Mexican band Los Alegres del Barranco for performing a narcocorrido, a ballad about drug cartels, in Zapopan, Mexico, sparking controversy over free speech and US-Mexico relations, while simultaneously boosting the band's popularity.
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48% Bias Score
U.S. Fentanyl Crisis: 200 Daily Deaths Highlight Systemic Failures
The U.S. fentanyl crisis, causing approximately 200 daily overdose deaths and becoming the leading cause of death for 18-45 year olds, is driven by cartel production using Chinese chemical precursors, past pharmaceutical marketing practices, and insufficient prevention and treatment.
U.S. Fentanyl Crisis: 200 Daily Deaths Highlight Systemic Failures
The U.S. fentanyl crisis, causing approximately 200 daily overdose deaths and becoming the leading cause of death for 18-45 year olds, is driven by cartel production using Chinese chemical precursors, past pharmaceutical marketing practices, and insufficient prevention and treatment.
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20% Bias Score
Jalisco Cartel Attacks Disrupt Mexican Highways
Armed men linked to the Jalisco New Generation drug cartel torched vehicles and blocked roads across central Mexico on Wednesday, in what authorities believe was a reaction to a recent military operation; no casualties were reported.
Jalisco Cartel Attacks Disrupt Mexican Highways
Armed men linked to the Jalisco New Generation drug cartel torched vehicles and blocked roads across central Mexico on Wednesday, in what authorities believe was a reaction to a recent military operation; no casualties were reported.
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48% Bias Score
Drug Cartels Behind Coordinated Attacks on French Prisons: Minister
French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau blames drug cartels for a series of coordinated attacks on prisons and justice personnel across France, including arson and assaults, which he describes as an unprecedented escalation of violence.
Drug Cartels Behind Coordinated Attacks on French Prisons: Minister
French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau blames drug cartels for a series of coordinated attacks on prisons and justice personnel across France, including arson and assaults, which he describes as an unprecedented escalation of violence.
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48% Bias Score
Mexican Singer Flees Stage After Narcocorrido Ban, Facing Violent Backlash
Mexican singer Luis R. Conriquez was forced to flee a stage on Saturday after telling fans he was banned from performing narcocorridos, songs glorifying drug cartels; the incident resulted in violence and equipment damage, highlighting a government crackdown on the genre following similar incidents ...
Mexican Singer Flees Stage After Narcocorrido Ban, Facing Violent Backlash
Mexican singer Luis R. Conriquez was forced to flee a stage on Saturday after telling fans he was banned from performing narcocorridos, songs glorifying drug cartels; the incident resulted in violence and equipment damage, highlighting a government crackdown on the genre following similar incidents ...
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48% Bias Score
Close Ecuadorian Election Highlights Deep Political Polarization
In Ecuador's tense presidential election, a rematch of the 2023 vote, candidates Daniel Noboa and Luisa González are vying for power amid deep political polarization, impacting social cohesion and economic stability, with uncertainty remaining even after the votes are cast.
Close Ecuadorian Election Highlights Deep Political Polarization
In Ecuador's tense presidential election, a rematch of the 2023 vote, candidates Daniel Noboa and Luisa González are vying for power amid deep political polarization, impacting social cohesion and economic stability, with uncertainty remaining even after the votes are cast.
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60% Bias Score
Mexico: Remains Found at Jalisco Ranch, Alleged Cartel Extermination Site
On March 5, 2024, in Jalisco, Mexico, a group searching for missing persons found calcined bone fragments and clothing at an abandoned ranch, potentially linked to the Jalisco Nueva Generacion Cartel; authorities are investigating alleged municipal complicity.
Mexico: Remains Found at Jalisco Ranch, Alleged Cartel Extermination Site
On March 5, 2024, in Jalisco, Mexico, a group searching for missing persons found calcined bone fragments and clothing at an abandoned ranch, potentially linked to the Jalisco Nueva Generacion Cartel; authorities are investigating alleged municipal complicity.
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48% Bias Score
CJNG Launches Violent Revolt in Response to Government Crackdown
In response to a Mexican government crackdown, the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) initiated violent protests in Michoacán, Jalisco, and Guanajuato, involving roadblocks, arson, and reported clashes with security forces, resulting in no reported casualties.
CJNG Launches Violent Revolt in Response to Government Crackdown
In response to a Mexican government crackdown, the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) initiated violent protests in Michoacán, Jalisco, and Guanajuato, involving roadblocks, arson, and reported clashes with security forces, resulting in no reported casualties.
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60% Bias Score
Mass Graves Unearthed in Multiple Mexican States
Eleven bodies were found in six mass graves in Culiacán, Sinaloa, while multiple dismembered bodies were discovered in six graves in Colima, and five bodies in seven graves in Baja California Sur, Mexico, highlighting ongoing violence and the crucial role of citizen search groups.
Mass Graves Unearthed in Multiple Mexican States
Eleven bodies were found in six mass graves in Culiacán, Sinaloa, while multiple dismembered bodies were discovered in six graves in Colima, and five bodies in seven graves in Baja California Sur, Mexico, highlighting ongoing violence and the crucial role of citizen search groups.
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48% Bias Score
Coordinated Attacks Target French Prisons Amid Government Crackdown
Following a government crackdown on drug trafficking, coordinated attacks targeting French prisons occurred over three days, prompting President Macron to vow that those responsible will be found, tried, and punished; one suspect was arrested.
Coordinated Attacks Target French Prisons Amid Government Crackdown
Following a government crackdown on drug trafficking, coordinated attacks targeting French prisons occurred over three days, prompting President Macron to vow that those responsible will be found, tried, and punished; one suspect was arrested.
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40% Bias Score
Mexican Cartels Use Social Media for Recruitment, Exposing Deadly Training Camp
Mexican drug cartels are using social media to recruit members with false job offers, as evidenced by the discovery of a CJNG training and extermination center in Teuchitlán, Jalisco, where hundreds were allegedly trained and those who resisted were killed; this highlights the urgent need for improv...
Mexican Cartels Use Social Media for Recruitment, Exposing Deadly Training Camp
Mexican drug cartels are using social media to recruit members with false job offers, as evidenced by the discovery of a CJNG training and extermination center in Teuchitlán, Jalisco, where hundreds were allegedly trained and those who resisted were killed; this highlights the urgent need for improv...
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44% Bias Score
Flawed Vetting Allows Controversial Candidates in Mexico's Judicial Elections
Controversial candidates with alleged ties to drug cartels and human rights abuses are running for judgeships in Mexico's upcoming elections due to flawed evaluation processes; this raises concerns about impartiality, safety, and public trust in the judicial system.
Flawed Vetting Allows Controversial Candidates in Mexico's Judicial Elections
Controversial candidates with alleged ties to drug cartels and human rights abuses are running for judgeships in Mexico's upcoming elections due to flawed evaluation processes; this raises concerns about impartiality, safety, and public trust in the judicial system.
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60% Bias Score
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