Von der Leyen Leads EU from Hannover Amidst Illness and Leadership Concerns
Due to illness, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is leading the EU from Hannover, resulting in the cancellation of the weekly commission meeting and postponement of a trip to Poland; however, she maintains contact with world leaders and the commission claims to be fully functional despit...
Von der Leyen Leads EU from Hannover Amidst Illness and Leadership Concerns
Due to illness, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is leading the EU from Hannover, resulting in the cancellation of the weekly commission meeting and postponement of a trip to Poland; however, she maintains contact with world leaders and the commission claims to be fully functional despit...
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64% Bias Score
Germany's Inflation Remains Stubbornly High at 2.6% in December
Germany's inflation unexpectedly rose to 2.6 percent in December 2024, marking the third consecutive monthly increase, driven by higher service and food costs, despite lower energy prices; economists predict continued inflation above 2 percent in 2025.
Germany's Inflation Remains Stubbornly High at 2.6% in December
Germany's inflation unexpectedly rose to 2.6 percent in December 2024, marking the third consecutive monthly increase, driven by higher service and food costs, despite lower energy prices; economists predict continued inflation above 2 percent in 2025.
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28% Bias Score
Athens Stock Exchange Hits 14-Year High on Banking Sector Strength
The Athens Stock Exchange closed at a 14-year high today, reaching 1,506.61 units (+1.33%), driven by strong bank performance and exceeding 1,500 units for the first time since April 2011. Trading volume reached €167.02 million, with €17.3 million in pre-arranged packages.
Athens Stock Exchange Hits 14-Year High on Banking Sector Strength
The Athens Stock Exchange closed at a 14-year high today, reaching 1,506.61 units (+1.33%), driven by strong bank performance and exceeding 1,500 units for the first time since April 2011. Trading volume reached €167.02 million, with €17.3 million in pre-arranged packages.
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40% Bias Score
Eurozone Inflation Edges Up in December 2024, Future Risks Remain
Eurostat reported 2.4% inflation for December 2024 in the Eurozone, exceeding the ECB's target slightly but remaining below 2023 peaks; rising service prices and potential trade conflicts pose future risks.
Eurozone Inflation Edges Up in December 2024, Future Risks Remain
Eurostat reported 2.4% inflation for December 2024 in the Eurozone, exceeding the ECB's target slightly but remaining below 2023 peaks; rising service prices and potential trade conflicts pose future risks.
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40% Bias Score
German EV Sales Plummet 25% in 2024
Germany's 2024 new electric car registrations plummeted by over 25% to 380,600, significantly hindering the government's 15 million EV target by 2030, due to the end of subsidies and high prices, unlike Denmark (over 50% EV market share) and Norway (nearly 90%).
German EV Sales Plummet 25% in 2024
Germany's 2024 new electric car registrations plummeted by over 25% to 380,600, significantly hindering the government's 15 million EV target by 2030, due to the end of subsidies and high prices, unlike Denmark (over 50% EV market share) and Norway (nearly 90%).
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48% Bias Score
Europe's Response to Trump's Trade Policy: Protectionism or Adaptation?
European business leaders are worried about a more aggressive US trade policy under Trump's second term, including potential withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and the end of diversity and inclusion programs; they propose a counter-strategy of protecting European values and industries.
Europe's Response to Trump's Trade Policy: Protectionism or Adaptation?
European business leaders are worried about a more aggressive US trade policy under Trump's second term, including potential withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and the end of diversity and inclusion programs; they propose a counter-strategy of protecting European values and industries.
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52% Bias Score
German Greens Launch Campaign, CSU Outlines Contrasting Strategy
The Green Party launched their German election campaign in Lübeck, attracting over 1,200 supporters, while Robert Habeck blamed previous CDU/CSU governments for current economic issues. The CSU, under Markus Söder, is focusing on stricter immigration, increased investment in technology and defense, ...
German Greens Launch Campaign, CSU Outlines Contrasting Strategy
The Green Party launched their German election campaign in Lübeck, attracting over 1,200 supporters, while Robert Habeck blamed previous CDU/CSU governments for current economic issues. The CSU, under Markus Söder, is focusing on stricter immigration, increased investment in technology and defense, ...
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32% Bias Score
Nottingham Forest Extends Winning Streak, Defeats Wolverhampton 3-0
Nottingham Forest defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-0 on Monday, moving within six points of Premier League leader Liverpool, thanks to goals from Morgan Gibbs-White, Chris Wood, and Taiwo Awoniyi, while Wolves' first defeat under Vitor Pereira leaves them near the relegation zone.
Nottingham Forest Extends Winning Streak, Defeats Wolverhampton 3-0
Nottingham Forest defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-0 on Monday, moving within six points of Premier League leader Liverpool, thanks to goals from Morgan Gibbs-White, Chris Wood, and Taiwo Awoniyi, while Wolves' first defeat under Vitor Pereira leaves them near the relegation zone.
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36% Bias Score
Germany's Inflation Remains Elevated Amidst Rising Costs and Weak Economy
Germany's inflation is expected to remain high in January due to increased CO2 taxes, higher Deutschlandticket prices, and rising service costs, with economists predicting a 2.5 percent rate and warning against rapid interest rate cuts.
Germany's Inflation Remains Elevated Amidst Rising Costs and Weak Economy
Germany's inflation is expected to remain high in January due to increased CO2 taxes, higher Deutschlandticket prices, and rising service costs, with economists predicting a 2.5 percent rate and warning against rapid interest rate cuts.
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28% Bias Score
Netherlands Inflation Soars to 3.3 Percent, Outpacing European Average
In 2024, the Netherlands faced 3.3 percent inflation, significantly higher than the European average of 2.4 percent, primarily due to increased housing costs, higher taxes, and substantial wage growth, exceeding expectations and posing a significant economic challenge.
Netherlands Inflation Soars to 3.3 Percent, Outpacing European Average
In 2024, the Netherlands faced 3.3 percent inflation, significantly higher than the European average of 2.4 percent, primarily due to increased housing costs, higher taxes, and substantial wage growth, exceeding expectations and posing a significant economic challenge.
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40% Bias Score
Italy in €1.5 Billion SpaceX Telecoms Talks
The Italian government is in advanced talks with SpaceX for a €1.5 billion deal to provide secure communications services for five years, a move that has sparked controversy due to its potential impact on European industry and national sovereignty.
Italy in €1.5 Billion SpaceX Telecoms Talks
The Italian government is in advanced talks with SpaceX for a €1.5 billion deal to provide secure communications services for five years, a move that has sparked controversy due to its potential impact on European industry and national sovereignty.
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64% Bias Score
Austria's Far-Right Poised for Power
Austria's Freedom Party, advocating for an end to Russia sanctions and immigrant repatriation, is poised to lead the nation's government for the first time since WWII following its leader Herbert Kickl's recent appointment to form a coalition, after the September election where the party secured 28....
Austria's Far-Right Poised for Power
Austria's Freedom Party, advocating for an end to Russia sanctions and immigrant repatriation, is poised to lead the nation's government for the first time since WWII following its leader Herbert Kickl's recent appointment to form a coalition, after the September election where the party secured 28....
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40% Bias Score