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EU Audit Clears NGOs of Value Violations, but Highlights Funding Transparency Gaps
A European Court of Auditors report found no evidence of NGOs violating European values in a sample audit of 90 contracts, but highlighted shortcomings in transparency and risk assessment, sparking debate over EU NGO funding and lobbying practices.
EU Audit Clears NGOs of Value Violations, but Highlights Funding Transparency Gaps
A European Court of Auditors report found no evidence of NGOs violating European values in a sample audit of 90 contracts, but highlighted shortcomings in transparency and risk assessment, sparking debate over EU NGO funding and lobbying practices.
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44% Bias Score
EU Parliament Defeats Motion Criticizing NGO Funding
The European Parliament narrowly rejected a motion criticizing EU funding for NGOs, prompting accusations of the EU executive yielding to right-wing pressure, raising questions about the future of transparency, accountability, and civil society organizations within the EU.
EU Parliament Defeats Motion Criticizing NGO Funding
The European Parliament narrowly rejected a motion criticizing EU funding for NGOs, prompting accusations of the EU executive yielding to right-wing pressure, raising questions about the future of transparency, accountability, and civil society organizations within the EU.
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44% Bias Score
EU Selects Seven Spanish Projects to Boost Strategic Raw Materials
The European Commission chose seven Spanish projects—six mines and one recycling plant—to bolster Europe's strategic raw materials, reducing reliance on countries like China for lithium, cobalt, and tungsten used in various industries, especially automotive, technology, and renewables.
EU Selects Seven Spanish Projects to Boost Strategic Raw Materials
The European Commission chose seven Spanish projects—six mines and one recycling plant—to bolster Europe's strategic raw materials, reducing reliance on countries like China for lithium, cobalt, and tungsten used in various industries, especially automotive, technology, and renewables.
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40% Bias Score
EU Considers Aid for Radio Free Europe After US Funding Cut
The European Union is considering financial aid for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty after the Trump administration cut its funding, leading to the broadcaster's announcement that it would cease operations, prompting the EU to explore potential support and consider the broader implications for media ...
EU Considers Aid for Radio Free Europe After US Funding Cut
The European Union is considering financial aid for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty after the Trump administration cut its funding, leading to the broadcaster's announcement that it would cease operations, prompting the EU to explore potential support and consider the broader implications for media ...
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36% Bias Score
Messina Strait Bridge Construction to Begin Amidst Controversy
The Italian government will begin construction this year on a €13.5 billion bridge spanning the Messina Strait, connecting Sicily and Calabria, despite concerns over seismic risks, cost, and the need for improved basic services in Southern Italy.
Messina Strait Bridge Construction to Begin Amidst Controversy
The Italian government will begin construction this year on a €13.5 billion bridge spanning the Messina Strait, connecting Sicily and Calabria, despite concerns over seismic risks, cost, and the need for improved basic services in Southern Italy.
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40% Bias Score
FUNDAE Offers Free Sustainability Training to Spanish SMEs
FUNDAE launched 25 free online courses for Spanish SMEs to address climate change and energy transition challenges, covering sustainability reporting, resource management, and renewable energy; hundreds are already enrolled, funded by EU NextGeneration funds.
FUNDAE Offers Free Sustainability Training to Spanish SMEs
FUNDAE launched 25 free online courses for Spanish SMEs to address climate change and energy transition challenges, covering sustainability reporting, resource management, and renewable energy; hundreds are already enrolled, funded by EU NextGeneration funds.
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36% Bias Score
EU Audit Reveals €7.4 Billion in Misreported NGO Funding
The European Court of Auditors found the EU Commission incorrectly disclosed €7.4 billion in funding to NGOs, revealing incomplete information on aid distribution to environmental and climate groups; this fueled a conservative campaign against environmental groups, prompting the EU to take additiona...
EU Audit Reveals €7.4 Billion in Misreported NGO Funding
The European Court of Auditors found the EU Commission incorrectly disclosed €7.4 billion in funding to NGOs, revealing incomplete information on aid distribution to environmental and climate groups; this fueled a conservative campaign against environmental groups, prompting the EU to take additiona...
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56% Bias Score
Spain's Public Debt Falls, but Regional Disparities Remain
Spain's public debt fell to 101.8% of GDP in 2024, a 3.3% decrease year-on-year, due to economic strength and EU aid; however, regional debt varies significantly, with Valencia at 40.7% and Murcia at 31.5%, exceeding fiscal targets despite overall improvement.
Spain's Public Debt Falls, but Regional Disparities Remain
Spain's public debt fell to 101.8% of GDP in 2024, a 3.3% decrease year-on-year, due to economic strength and EU aid; however, regional debt varies significantly, with Valencia at 40.7% and Murcia at 31.5%, exceeding fiscal targets despite overall improvement.
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44% Bias Score
EU Funds Rock Tech Lithium Refinery, Boosting Europe's Raw Material Independence
The EU will provide funding and streamline permitting to support Rock Tech Lithium's stalled lithium refinery in Guben, Germany, aiming to bolster Europe's independence in critical raw material supply and reduce reliance on China.
EU Funds Rock Tech Lithium Refinery, Boosting Europe's Raw Material Independence
The EU will provide funding and streamline permitting to support Rock Tech Lithium's stalled lithium refinery in Guben, Germany, aiming to bolster Europe's independence in critical raw material supply and reduce reliance on China.
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40% Bias Score
Markova Noga-Lemes Border Crossing to Reopen After 53 Years
The Markova Noga-Lemes border crossing between North Macedonia and Greece, closed since May 1967, will reopen after a 53-year closure, thanks to a joint project funded by the EU and implemented by UNDP, boosting tourism and trade in the Prespa region.
Markova Noga-Lemes Border Crossing to Reopen After 53 Years
The Markova Noga-Lemes border crossing between North Macedonia and Greece, closed since May 1967, will reopen after a 53-year closure, thanks to a joint project funded by the EU and implemented by UNDP, boosting tourism and trade in the Prespa region.
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44% Bias Score
Controversial Messina Bridge Project Sparks Debate in Italy
The Italian government plans a €13.5 billion bridge across the Strait of Messina, part of the EU's Scandinavian-Mediterranean Corridor, but faces strong local opposition due to safety concerns, lack of studies, and the diversion of funds from essential services in Southern Italy.
Controversial Messina Bridge Project Sparks Debate in Italy
The Italian government plans a €13.5 billion bridge across the Strait of Messina, part of the EU's Scandinavian-Mediterranean Corridor, but faces strong local opposition due to safety concerns, lack of studies, and the diversion of funds from essential services in Southern Italy.
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40% Bias Score
Czech Power Plant's Gas Conversion Raises Climate Concerns Despite EU Funding
The Czech Republic's Opatovice power plant is transitioning from coal to natural gas by 2030, aided by a €130 million EU Modernization Fund grant, raising concerns about long-term climate goals despite immediate emission reductions; the plant provides heating for several cities including Pardubice.
Czech Power Plant's Gas Conversion Raises Climate Concerns Despite EU Funding
The Czech Republic's Opatovice power plant is transitioning from coal to natural gas by 2030, aided by a €130 million EU Modernization Fund grant, raising concerns about long-term climate goals despite immediate emission reductions; the plant provides heating for several cities including Pardubice.
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48% Bias Score
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