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Russia
Russia's August 2025 budget deficit shrank by 686 billion rubles to 4.19 trillion rubles, exceeding the annual plan of 3.8 trillion rubles, primarily due to lower-than-expected oil export revenues resulting from decreased global oil prices and a stronger ruble.
Russia
Russia's August 2025 budget deficit shrank by 686 billion rubles to 4.19 trillion rubles, exceeding the annual plan of 3.8 trillion rubles, primarily due to lower-than-expected oil export revenues resulting from decreased global oil prices and a stronger ruble.
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16% Bias Score
German Federal Government to Increase Subventions to €77.8 Billion by 2026
The German Federal Government plans to increase its subventions and tax breaks to approximately €77.8 billion by 2026, up from €45 billion in 2023, primarily due to assuming costs for renewable energy and supporting ecological and digital transformation, according to a government report.
German Federal Government to Increase Subventions to €77.8 Billion by 2026
The German Federal Government plans to increase its subventions and tax breaks to approximately €77.8 billion by 2026, up from €45 billion in 2023, primarily due to assuming costs for renewable energy and supporting ecological and digital transformation, according to a government report.
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24% Bias Score
German Federal Budget 2025: Minor Increases Amidst Projected Shortfall
The German government approved the 2025 Federal Budget, including small increases for various sectors, while facing a projected €170 billion shortfall in the 2027-2029 period.
German Federal Budget 2025: Minor Increases Amidst Projected Shortfall
The German government approved the 2025 Federal Budget, including small increases for various sectors, while facing a projected €170 billion shortfall in the 2027-2029 period.
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56% Bias Score
Millions in Bavarian Hydrogen Funding Questioned Amidst Low Adoption
Bavarian SPD criticizes €60 million+ in hydrogen fuel infrastructure funding due to extremely low adoption rates compared to electric vehicles, citing figures showing only dozens of hydrogen vehicles registered nationwide in the first half of 2025.
Millions in Bavarian Hydrogen Funding Questioned Amidst Low Adoption
Bavarian SPD criticizes €60 million+ in hydrogen fuel infrastructure funding due to extremely low adoption rates compared to electric vehicles, citing figures showing only dozens of hydrogen vehicles registered nationwide in the first half of 2025.
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52% Bias Score
Romanian Government Delays Public Administration Reform Due to Coalition Disagreement
The Romanian government postponed a public administration reform due to disagreements within the ruling coalition on measures to reduce personnel costs, particularly in local administrations, despite a 10% increase in personnel expenses in the first half of 2024.
Romanian Government Delays Public Administration Reform Due to Coalition Disagreement
The Romanian government postponed a public administration reform due to disagreements within the ruling coalition on measures to reduce personnel costs, particularly in local administrations, despite a 10% increase in personnel expenses in the first half of 2024.
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44% Bias Score
Indonesia: President Prabowo Cancels MP Allowances Amid Protests
Following a week of protests sparked by MP allowances, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto cancelled them, after five deaths during demonstrations, prompting investigations into police actions and a pledge to uphold freedom of assembly.
Indonesia: President Prabowo Cancels MP Allowances Amid Protests
Following a week of protests sparked by MP allowances, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto cancelled them, after five deaths during demonstrations, prompting investigations into police actions and a pledge to uphold freedom of assembly.
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32% Bias Score
Reeves Limits UK Government Department Spending Access to Emergency Funds
Ahead of the November 26th budget, UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced restrictions on government departments' access to the £9bn Treasury Reserve, prioritizing debt reduction and fiscal responsibility.
Reeves Limits UK Government Department Spending Access to Emergency Funds
Ahead of the November 26th budget, UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced restrictions on government departments' access to the £9bn Treasury Reserve, prioritizing debt reduction and fiscal responsibility.
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24% Bias Score
France's Public Pension Accounting Practices Under Scrutiny
A recent study by the Institut des politiques publiques (IPP) reveals that France's accounting practices for public pensions inflate ministerial budgets, particularly in Education, Interior, Justice, and Higher Education, raising concerns about transparency and international comparisons.
France's Public Pension Accounting Practices Under Scrutiny
A recent study by the Institut des politiques publiques (IPP) reveals that France's accounting practices for public pensions inflate ministerial budgets, particularly in Education, Interior, Justice, and Higher Education, raising concerns about transparency and international comparisons.
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20% Bias Score
France, Slovakia, and Denmark Cut Public Holidays Amidst Budgetary Concerns
France, Slovakia, and Denmark recently reduced their number of public holidays to ease budget strain, sparking debate about the economic impact of holidays and worker well-being.
France, Slovakia, and Denmark Cut Public Holidays Amidst Budgetary Concerns
France, Slovakia, and Denmark recently reduced their number of public holidays to ease budget strain, sparking debate about the economic impact of holidays and worker well-being.
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12% Bias Score
Indonesian Police Clash with Protesters Amid Nationwide Unrest
Indonesian police used tear gas against protesters near two universities in Bandung, amidst nationwide demonstrations sparked by government spending and a motorcyclist's death after being hit by a police car; at least eight deaths have been reported.
Indonesian Police Clash with Protesters Amid Nationwide Unrest
Indonesian police used tear gas against protesters near two universities in Bandung, amidst nationwide demonstrations sparked by government spending and a motorcyclist's death after being hit by a police car; at least eight deaths have been reported.
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24% Bias Score
UK Public Sector Pension System: A Costly and Unsustainable Model
The UK's public sector pension system faces a £1.3 trillion funding gap, with annual costs exceeding £57 billion and projected to surpass £100 billion by 2050, prompting calls for reform despite significant political challenges.
UK Public Sector Pension System: A Costly and Unsustainable Model
The UK's public sector pension system faces a £1.3 trillion funding gap, with annual costs exceeding £57 billion and projected to surpass £100 billion by 2050, prompting calls for reform despite significant political challenges.
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56% Bias Score
UK GDP Surges Despite High Inflation and Fiscal Deficit
The UK's Q2 2025 GDP surprisingly grew by 0.3%, exceeding forecasts, despite high inflation near 4% and a large public debt. Economists debate the causes, with some citing statistical adjustments and others highlighting increased US exports. The government faces pressure to invest while addressing i...
UK GDP Surges Despite High Inflation and Fiscal Deficit
The UK's Q2 2025 GDP surprisingly grew by 0.3%, exceeding forecasts, despite high inflation near 4% and a large public debt. Economists debate the causes, with some citing statistical adjustments and others highlighting increased US exports. The government faces pressure to invest while addressing i...
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36% Bias Score
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