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EU Parliament Corruption Scandal Exposes Lobbying Regulation Gaps
The European Parliament is embroiled in a corruption scandal highlighting weaknesses in EU lobbying regulations; despite a transparency register for 13,762 organizations and over 50,000 individuals, enforcement is lacking, leaving room for undue influence and potential corruption.
EU Parliament Corruption Scandal Exposes Lobbying Regulation Gaps
The European Parliament is embroiled in a corruption scandal highlighting weaknesses in EU lobbying regulations; despite a transparency register for 13,762 organizations and over 50,000 individuals, enforcement is lacking, leaving room for undue influence and potential corruption.
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48% Bias Score
OECD Downgrades Eurozone Growth Forecast to 1 Percent Amidst Trade Disruptions and Inflation
The OECD lowered its 2025 Eurozone GDP growth forecast to 1 percent from 1.3 percent, citing trade disruptions, persistent inflation, and weaker investment and consumer confidence; global growth was also revised down to 3.1 percent.
OECD Downgrades Eurozone Growth Forecast to 1 Percent Amidst Trade Disruptions and Inflation
The OECD lowered its 2025 Eurozone GDP growth forecast to 1 percent from 1.3 percent, citing trade disruptions, persistent inflation, and weaker investment and consumer confidence; global growth was also revised down to 3.1 percent.
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36% Bias Score
Germany Cautious on Ukraine Peacekeeping Force
Germany's reluctance to commit troops to a potential Ukraine peacekeeping force contrasts with France and the UK's proactive stance, driven by concerns over Bundeswehr capacity, constitutional limitations, and the need for substantial US involvement; Macron and Scholz will discuss this at the upcomi...
Germany Cautious on Ukraine Peacekeeping Force
Germany's reluctance to commit troops to a potential Ukraine peacekeeping force contrasts with France and the UK's proactive stance, driven by concerns over Bundeswehr capacity, constitutional limitations, and the need for substantial US involvement; Macron and Scholz will discuss this at the upcomi...
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48% Bias Score
Ifo Institute Predicts Minimal German GDP Growth in 2024
The Ifo Institute forecasts minimal 0.2% German GDP growth in 2024 due to weak consumer confidence, business investment hesitancy, and international competition, with some improvement predicted for 2026.
Ifo Institute Predicts Minimal German GDP Growth in 2024
The Ifo Institute forecasts minimal 0.2% German GDP growth in 2024 due to weak consumer confidence, business investment hesitancy, and international competition, with some improvement predicted for 2026.
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36% Bias Score
EU to Send Troops to Ukraine, Bypassing Russia
France and the UK are leading an EU initiative to send several thousand soldiers to Ukraine for training and support, bypassing Moscow's opinion and demonstrating a long-term commitment to Ukraine's defense.
EU to Send Troops to Ukraine, Bypassing Russia
France and the UK are leading an EU initiative to send several thousand soldiers to Ukraine for training and support, bypassing Moscow's opinion and demonstrating a long-term commitment to Ukraine's defense.
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48% Bias Score
50,000 Rally in Rome for Stronger European Union
On June 11, 2023, 50,000 people rallied in Rome's Piazza del Popolo to support the European Union, expressing concerns about political instability, war, and a lack of opportunities in Italy. The demonstration, largely comprised of teachers and students, underscored a stronger sense of European ident...
50,000 Rally in Rome for Stronger European Union
On June 11, 2023, 50,000 people rallied in Rome's Piazza del Popolo to support the European Union, expressing concerns about political instability, war, and a lack of opportunities in Italy. The demonstration, largely comprised of teachers and students, underscored a stronger sense of European ident...
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60% Bias Score
Bayrou Rejects Lowering French Retirement Age Amidst Political Backlash
Following the fall of Michel Barnier's government, French Prime Minister François Bayrou rejected calls to revert the retirement age to 62, triggering strong criticism from unions and the left-wing opposition, despite ongoing consultations to improve the unpopular 2023 pension reform.
Bayrou Rejects Lowering French Retirement Age Amidst Political Backlash
Following the fall of Michel Barnier's government, French Prime Minister François Bayrou rejected calls to revert the retirement age to 62, triggering strong criticism from unions and the left-wing opposition, despite ongoing consultations to improve the unpopular 2023 pension reform.
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52% Bias Score
EU Pledges €300 Million in Aid to Syria Amid Sectarian Violence
The European Union announced continued support for Syria's new government with €300 million in aid and sanctions relief, despite recent sectarian violence that has caused thousands of Alawites to flee and hundreds to be killed, reflecting a strategic attempt to stabilize the country and manage refug...
EU Pledges €300 Million in Aid to Syria Amid Sectarian Violence
The European Union announced continued support for Syria's new government with €300 million in aid and sanctions relief, despite recent sectarian violence that has caused thousands of Alawites to flee and hundreds to be killed, reflecting a strategic attempt to stabilize the country and manage refug...
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60% Bias Score
100+ European Firms Urge EU to Prioritize Homegrown Tech
Over 100 European companies, including Airbus and Dassault, are pushing the European Commission to prioritize homegrown technology in its digital infrastructure to reduce dependence on the U.S., citing worsening EU-U.S. relations and proposing a "Buy European" strategy and a sovereign infrastructure...
100+ European Firms Urge EU to Prioritize Homegrown Tech
Over 100 European companies, including Airbus and Dassault, are pushing the European Commission to prioritize homegrown technology in its digital infrastructure to reduce dependence on the U.S., citing worsening EU-U.S. relations and proposing a "Buy European" strategy and a sovereign infrastructure...
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48% Bias Score
Turkey Questions EU Security Commitment Amidst Membership Stalemate
Retired Turkish Ambassador Halil Akıncı criticized the European Union's inconsistent approach to Turkey's EU membership, questioning why Turkey should contribute to European security while the EU shows little commitment to Turkey's application, even for simple processes such as visa appointments. Jo...
Turkey Questions EU Security Commitment Amidst Membership Stalemate
Retired Turkish Ambassador Halil Akıncı criticized the European Union's inconsistent approach to Turkey's EU membership, questioning why Turkey should contribute to European security while the EU shows little commitment to Turkey's application, even for simple processes such as visa appointments. Jo...
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48% Bias Score
European Cities Coalition Demands Housing Spending Increase
European cities are forming a coalition to address the housing crisis, viewing it as a critical threat to the EU's stability and social cohesion, advocating for increased public spending on affordable housing exempt from deficit rules.
European Cities Coalition Demands Housing Spending Increase
European cities are forming a coalition to address the housing crisis, viewing it as a critical threat to the EU's stability and social cohesion, advocating for increased public spending on affordable housing exempt from deficit rules.
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56% Bias Score
Spain Undecided on Sending Peacekeepers to Ukraine
Spain's government is currently undecided on sending peacekeepers to Ukraine, awaiting further developments and facing internal political hurdles, unlike the UK and France, who have committed troops; Spain is exploring options like observers or training missions but requires parliamentary approval.
Spain Undecided on Sending Peacekeepers to Ukraine
Spain's government is currently undecided on sending peacekeepers to Ukraine, awaiting further developments and facing internal political hurdles, unlike the UK and France, who have committed troops; Spain is exploring options like observers or training missions but requires parliamentary approval.
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48% Bias Score
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