UK Forms Brexit Renegotiation Unit Amidst Economic Concerns and Shifting Public Opinion
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer created a 100-person unit to renegotiate the Brexit deal, sparking criticism from Conservatives who see it as appeasement; economic analyses reveal a substantial negative impact from Brexit, while public opinion favors closer EU ties.
UK Forms Brexit Renegotiation Unit Amidst Economic Concerns and Shifting Public Opinion
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer created a 100-person unit to renegotiate the Brexit deal, sparking criticism from Conservatives who see it as appeasement; economic analyses reveal a substantial negative impact from Brexit, while public opinion favors closer EU ties.
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56% Bias Score
Portugal Authorizes Lithium Mine Despite Local Opposition
The Portuguese government authorized Savannah Lithium to access land for its Barroso lithium mine, despite local opposition, aiming to reduce EU dependence on China for lithium. This allows the company to proceed with the project's definitive study, potentially starting in 2026.
Portugal Authorizes Lithium Mine Despite Local Opposition
The Portuguese government authorized Savannah Lithium to access land for its Barroso lithium mine, despite local opposition, aiming to reduce EU dependence on China for lithium. This allows the company to proceed with the project's definitive study, potentially starting in 2026.
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44% Bias Score
Merz Accuses Scholz of German Political Isolation in Europe
Friedrich Merz, CDU/CSU Chancellor candidate, criticizes Olaf Scholz for Germany's weak role in European politics, citing Scholz's absence from key meetings (Macron's Poland visit, Notre-Dame reopening) and Germany's lack of legislative initiatives in Brussels, resulting in the frequent use of abste...
Merz Accuses Scholz of German Political Isolation in Europe
Friedrich Merz, CDU/CSU Chancellor candidate, criticizes Olaf Scholz for Germany's weak role in European politics, citing Scholz's absence from key meetings (Macron's Poland visit, Notre-Dame reopening) and Germany's lack of legislative initiatives in Brussels, resulting in the frequent use of abste...
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56% Bias Score
EU Faces Potential "Triple Threat" of Winter Respiratory Viruses
European health agencies warn of a potential "triple threat" of respiratory illnesses this winter, with influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 circulating, straining healthcare systems; increased indoor transmission during winter months contributes to higher infection rates; vaccination and preventive measure...
EU Faces Potential "Triple Threat" of Winter Respiratory Viruses
European health agencies warn of a potential "triple threat" of respiratory illnesses this winter, with influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 circulating, straining healthcare systems; increased indoor transmission during winter months contributes to higher infection rates; vaccination and preventive measure...
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32% Bias Score
Scholz Reassures Syrian Refugees Amidst Repatriation Calls
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz affirmed that integrated Syrian refugees remain welcome in Germany, despite calls for repatriation from conservative and far-right parties, particularly the AfD, ahead of the February 23rd elections; a recent study warns of potential labor shortages if Syrian refugees r...
Scholz Reassures Syrian Refugees Amidst Repatriation Calls
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz affirmed that integrated Syrian refugees remain welcome in Germany, despite calls for repatriation from conservative and far-right parties, particularly the AfD, ahead of the February 23rd elections; a recent study warns of potential labor shortages if Syrian refugees r...
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36% Bias Score
ExxonMobil Exits German Refining, Citing EU's Burdensome Regulations
ExxonMobil will divest from its 25% stake in Germany's MIRO refinery, exiting German oil refining due to the EU's complex regulatory environment, high compliance costs, and stringent disclosure requirements, hindering investment and competitiveness.
ExxonMobil Exits German Refining, Citing EU's Burdensome Regulations
ExxonMobil will divest from its 25% stake in Germany's MIRO refinery, exiting German oil refining due to the EU's complex regulatory environment, high compliance costs, and stringent disclosure requirements, hindering investment and competitiveness.
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52% Bias Score
Schengen Area Under Strain from Increased Border Controls
The Schengen Area, celebrating its 40th anniversary in June 2025, faces challenges as internal border controls surge to record highs due to increased migration, creating tension among member states and jeopardizing the future of free movement within the EU.
Schengen Area Under Strain from Increased Border Controls
The Schengen Area, celebrating its 40th anniversary in June 2025, faces challenges as internal border controls surge to record highs due to increased migration, creating tension among member states and jeopardizing the future of free movement within the EU.
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48% Bias Score
Meloni's Atreju Speech Highlights Government Stability and International Engagements
The Atreju Festival concluded with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's speech emphasizing the government's stability, announcing her resignation from Ecr, and hosting international leaders including Lebanese PM Mikati and Argentinian presidential candidate Milei, highlighting Italy's international relat...
Meloni's Atreju Speech Highlights Government Stability and International Engagements
The Atreju Festival concluded with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's speech emphasizing the government's stability, announcing her resignation from Ecr, and hosting international leaders including Lebanese PM Mikati and Argentinian presidential candidate Milei, highlighting Italy's international relat...
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44% Bias Score
Stuttgart Wins, Extends Winning Streak; Heidenheim Suffers Sixth Straight Defeat
VfB Stuttgart defeated 1. FC Heidenheim 3-1 in a Bundesliga match on December 15th, extending their winning streak to four games and pushing Heidenheim further into a relegation battle; goals were scored by Mittelstädt, Millot, and Woltemade for Stuttgart, and Wanner for Heidenheim.
Stuttgart Wins, Extends Winning Streak; Heidenheim Suffers Sixth Straight Defeat
VfB Stuttgart defeated 1. FC Heidenheim 3-1 in a Bundesliga match on December 15th, extending their winning streak to four games and pushing Heidenheim further into a relegation battle; goals were scored by Mittelstädt, Millot, and Woltemade for Stuttgart, and Wanner for Heidenheim.
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40% Bias Score
Eurozone Faces 15 Years of Stagnant Growth Unless Reforms Implemented
The Conference Board predicts the Eurozone will experience a mere 0.9% annual growth until 2039 without significant structural reforms, but with such reforms, growth could reach 2.4% annually, potentially halving the GDP gap with the US.
Eurozone Faces 15 Years of Stagnant Growth Unless Reforms Implemented
The Conference Board predicts the Eurozone will experience a mere 0.9% annual growth until 2039 without significant structural reforms, but with such reforms, growth could reach 2.4% annually, potentially halving the GDP gap with the US.
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56% Bias Score
Schengen at 40: Border Controls Threaten Free Movement
Increased internal border controls in the Schengen Area due to high immigration numbers threaten the 40th-anniversary celebration in June 2025, highlighting the tension between free movement and security.
Schengen at 40: Border Controls Threaten Free Movement
Increased internal border controls in the Schengen Area due to high immigration numbers threaten the 40th-anniversary celebration in June 2025, highlighting the tension between free movement and security.
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64% Bias Score
Moody's Downgrades France's Credit Rating, Posing Challenge to Bayrou Government
Moody's downgraded France's credit rating, posing a challenge to Prime Minister François Bayrou's efforts to consolidate public finances amid potential market instability, following a similar downgrade by Standard & Poor's six months prior.
Moody's Downgrades France's Credit Rating, Posing Challenge to Bayrou Government
Moody's downgraded France's credit rating, posing a challenge to Prime Minister François Bayrou's efforts to consolidate public finances amid potential market instability, following a similar downgrade by Standard & Poor's six months prior.
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52% Bias Score