Phased Hostage Release in Israeli-Hamas Deal
American-Israelis Keith Siegel and Sagui Dekel-Chen will be released from Hamas captivity in a phased ceasefire-hostage deal following the October 7, 2023, attacks in which 59 members of their kibbutz were killed; the deal comes as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to resume the presidency.
Phased Hostage Release in Israeli-Hamas Deal
American-Israelis Keith Siegel and Sagui Dekel-Chen will be released from Hamas captivity in a phased ceasefire-hostage deal following the October 7, 2023, attacks in which 59 members of their kibbutz were killed; the deal comes as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to resume the presidency.
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40% Bias Score
Eastern DRC Conflict Displaces Over 230,000: UNHCR Declares World's Most Alarming Crisis
More than 230,000 people have been displaced in eastern DRC since the start of 2024 due to escalating violence between the Congolese army and the M23 rebel group, prompting the UNHCR to declare it the world's most alarming humanitarian crisis.
Eastern DRC Conflict Displaces Over 230,000: UNHCR Declares World's Most Alarming Crisis
More than 230,000 people have been displaced in eastern DRC since the start of 2024 due to escalating violence between the Congolese army and the M23 rebel group, prompting the UNHCR to declare it the world's most alarming humanitarian crisis.
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24% Bias Score
Gaza ceasefire: Hundreds of thousands to return amid chaos and uncertainty
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is to begin on Sunday, allowing hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians to return to their homes in Gaza, but the return will be chaotic and the deal's future uncertain.
Gaza ceasefire: Hundreds of thousands to return amid chaos and uncertainty
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is to begin on Sunday, allowing hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians to return to their homes in Gaza, but the return will be chaotic and the deal's future uncertain.
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36% Bias Score
Israeli-Hamas Hostage Deal: 33 to be Released, Fate of Others Unclear
Following a ceasefire agreement, Israel is set to receive 33 hostages held by Hamas since their October 7, 2023, attack, including Iair Horn, one of two Argentinian brothers; the fate of his brother, Eitan, remains unclear. This follows previous smaller releases and raises questions about the future...
Israeli-Hamas Hostage Deal: 33 to be Released, Fate of Others Unclear
Following a ceasefire agreement, Israel is set to receive 33 hostages held by Hamas since their October 7, 2023, attack, including Iair Horn, one of two Argentinian brothers; the fate of his brother, Eitan, remains unclear. This follows previous smaller releases and raises questions about the future...
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40% Bias Score
Canadian Disability Benefit Faces Delays Amidst Regulatory Hurdles
Canada's new disability benefit, planned for July 1st, is threatened by regulatory delays, jeopardizing $243 million in support funds and impacting low-income individuals with disabilities who could receive up to $200 monthly.
Canadian Disability Benefit Faces Delays Amidst Regulatory Hurdles
Canada's new disability benefit, planned for July 1st, is threatened by regulatory delays, jeopardizing $243 million in support funds and impacting low-income individuals with disabilities who could receive up to $200 monthly.
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48% Bias Score
Hostage-Ceasefire Deal: Mentally Ill Israeli to be Released by Hamas
Hisham al-Sayed, a Bedouin-Israeli with mental health issues, abducted by Hamas in Gaza in 2015, is to be released as part of a hostage-ceasefire deal; his case highlights ethical concerns and the complex humanitarian realities of the conflict.
Hostage-Ceasefire Deal: Mentally Ill Israeli to be Released by Hamas
Hisham al-Sayed, a Bedouin-Israeli with mental health issues, abducted by Hamas in Gaza in 2015, is to be released as part of a hostage-ceasefire deal; his case highlights ethical concerns and the complex humanitarian realities of the conflict.
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40% Bias Score
One Brother Released in Hamas Hostage Deal
Iair Horn, 46, one of two brothers abducted from Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7th, will be released as part of a hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas, while his brother Eitan remains in captivity.
One Brother Released in Hamas Hostage Deal
Iair Horn, 46, one of two brothers abducted from Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7th, will be released as part of a hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas, while his brother Eitan remains in captivity.
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44% Bias Score
California Wildfires: Post-Fire Landslides Pose Growing Threat
The Palisades Fire in California caused 25 deaths and destroyed over 12,000 buildings; the USGS warns of increased post-fire landslides due to soil erosion and heavier rainfall, posing further threats to life, infrastructure, and water resources.
California Wildfires: Post-Fire Landslides Pose Growing Threat
The Palisades Fire in California caused 25 deaths and destroyed over 12,000 buildings; the USGS warns of increased post-fire landslides due to soil erosion and heavier rainfall, posing further threats to life, infrastructure, and water resources.
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44% Bias Score
French Ex-Prisoner Details Iranian Prison Horrors
French citizen Louis Arnaud, released from Iran's Evin prison after two years, details horrific conditions for foreign hostages and political prisoners, including torture and solitary confinement, urging stronger international action against Iranian human rights abuses.
French Ex-Prisoner Details Iranian Prison Horrors
French citizen Louis Arnaud, released from Iran's Evin prison after two years, details horrific conditions for foreign hostages and political prisoners, including torture and solitary confinement, urging stronger international action against Iranian human rights abuses.
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60% Bias Score
Supreme Court to Review LGBTQ+ Book Policy in Maryland Schools
The Supreme Court will decide if Maryland schools can read LGBTQ+ books to elementary students without allowing parents to opt out for religious reasons, a case stemming from a lawsuit by Muslim and Ethiopian Orthodox parents who argue it violates their First Amendment rights.
Supreme Court to Review LGBTQ+ Book Policy in Maryland Schools
The Supreme Court will decide if Maryland schools can read LGBTQ+ books to elementary students without allowing parents to opt out for religious reasons, a case stemming from a lawsuit by Muslim and Ethiopian Orthodox parents who argue it violates their First Amendment rights.
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TİHEK Dismisses Police Brutality Complaint, Ignoring Constitutional Court Ruling
Turkey's Human Rights and Equality Institution (TİHEK) dismissed Besna Tosun's complaint alleging police brutality during a December 12th, 2024, Cumartesi Anneleri protest, disregarding a Constitutional Court ruling upholding their right to assemble and evidence of excessive force.
TİHEK Dismisses Police Brutality Complaint, Ignoring Constitutional Court Ruling
Turkey's Human Rights and Equality Institution (TİHEK) dismissed Besna Tosun's complaint alleging police brutality during a December 12th, 2024, Cumartesi Anneleri protest, disregarding a Constitutional Court ruling upholding their right to assemble and evidence of excessive force.
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76% Bias Score
Racial Wealth Gap: Early Financial Education as a Solution
Studies reveal a significant racial wealth gap, with only 8% of Black households owning stocks compared to 24% of white households. This disparity stems from limited access to financial services, lack of exposure to investing, and generational financial instability, highlighting the urgent need for ...
Racial Wealth Gap: Early Financial Education as a Solution
Studies reveal a significant racial wealth gap, with only 8% of Black households owning stocks compared to 24% of white households. This disparity stems from limited access to financial services, lack of exposure to investing, and generational financial instability, highlighting the urgent need for ...
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24% Bias Score