US Designates RSF in Sudan as Committing Genocide
The United States has formally declared that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan are committing genocide, imposing sanctions on its leader, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, and seven of its companies based in the UAE, amidst a humanitarian crisis with over 11 million displaced and tens of thousands dead.
US Designates RSF in Sudan as Committing Genocide
The United States has formally declared that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan are committing genocide, imposing sanctions on its leader, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, and seven of its companies based in the UAE, amidst a humanitarian crisis with over 11 million displaced and tens of thousands dead.
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56% Bias Score
Gaza Crisis: 2,000 Palestinians Remain in Northern Gaza Amidst Humanitarian Catastrophe
Due to the Israeli blockade and attacks on aid convoys, only about 2,000 Palestinians remain in northern Gaza, facing a dire humanitarian crisis with limited access to essential supplies and the recent closure of the last hospital in the area.
Gaza Crisis: 2,000 Palestinians Remain in Northern Gaza Amidst Humanitarian Catastrophe
Due to the Israeli blockade and attacks on aid convoys, only about 2,000 Palestinians remain in northern Gaza, facing a dire humanitarian crisis with limited access to essential supplies and the recent closure of the last hospital in the area.
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56% Bias Score
Four Convicted in Samuel Luiz Murder; 74.5 Years in Prison
A Coruña court sentenced four individuals to a total of 74.5 years in prison for the July 3, 2021, murder of Samuel Luiz, highlighting the brutal attack and the aggravating circumstance of homophobia in the sentencing of Diego Montaña, who initiated the assault.
Four Convicted in Samuel Luiz Murder; 74.5 Years in Prison
A Coruña court sentenced four individuals to a total of 74.5 years in prison for the July 3, 2021, murder of Samuel Luiz, highlighting the brutal attack and the aggravating circumstance of homophobia in the sentencing of Diego Montaña, who initiated the assault.
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24% Bias Score
Bill C-61, Addressing First Nations Drinking Water, Killed by Parliament Prorogation
The prorogation of Parliament has ended Bill C-61, which aimed to guarantee safe drinking water for all First Nations in Canada, leaving communities facing long-term water issues without legislative protection, despite a 2021 settlement providing billions for infrastructure and compensation.
Bill C-61, Addressing First Nations Drinking Water, Killed by Parliament Prorogation
The prorogation of Parliament has ended Bill C-61, which aimed to guarantee safe drinking water for all First Nations in Canada, leaving communities facing long-term water issues without legislative protection, despite a 2021 settlement providing billions for infrastructure and compensation.
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48% Bias Score
Iran Cracks Down on Hijab Defiance with Harsh Punishments for Celebrities
Iranian authorities are using increasingly harsh methods, including travel bans and mandatory psychological evaluations, against celebrities and other public figures who defy the mandatory hijab law, highlighting a crackdown on dissent following the 2022 Mahsa Amini protests.
Iran Cracks Down on Hijab Defiance with Harsh Punishments for Celebrities
Iranian authorities are using increasingly harsh methods, including travel bans and mandatory psychological evaluations, against celebrities and other public figures who defy the mandatory hijab law, highlighting a crackdown on dissent following the 2022 Mahsa Amini protests.
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48% Bias Score
Dutch Men Suspected of Nine-Year Child Sex Trafficking Ring
Three Dutch men, aged 54, 59, and 60, are suspected of exploiting a boy as a sex slave from age 11 to 20, using drugs and dating apps to facilitate the abuse, which ended in September 2024 following an investigation triggered by police signals.
Dutch Men Suspected of Nine-Year Child Sex Trafficking Ring
Three Dutch men, aged 54, 59, and 60, are suspected of exploiting a boy as a sex slave from age 11 to 20, using drugs and dating apps to facilitate the abuse, which ended in September 2024 following an investigation triggered by police signals.
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28% Bias Score
DOD Settles Lawsuit, to Upgrade Discharges of 35,000+ LGBTQ Veterans
The Department of Defense settled a class-action lawsuit, agreeing to review and upgrade the discharges of over 35,000 LGBTQ veterans dishonorably discharged between 1980 and 2011 due to sexual orientation, removing discriminatory language from their military records and granting access to veterans'...
DOD Settles Lawsuit, to Upgrade Discharges of 35,000+ LGBTQ Veterans
The Department of Defense settled a class-action lawsuit, agreeing to review and upgrade the discharges of over 35,000 LGBTQ veterans dishonorably discharged between 1980 and 2011 due to sexual orientation, removing discriminatory language from their military records and granting access to veterans'...
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20% Bias Score
Louisiana Redistricting Case Could Weaken Voting Rights
A federal appeals court is hearing a case challenging Louisiana's legislative maps, which a lower court ruled diluted Black voters' power, potentially setting a precedent impacting the Voting Rights Act's enforcement and minority representation nationwide.
Louisiana Redistricting Case Could Weaken Voting Rights
A federal appeals court is hearing a case challenging Louisiana's legislative maps, which a lower court ruled diluted Black voters' power, potentially setting a precedent impacting the Voting Rights Act's enforcement and minority representation nationwide.
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40% Bias Score
Six Dead, 300 Injured in Magdeburg Christmas Market Car Attack
On December 20th, a car attack at a Magdeburg Christmas market killed six and injured nearly 300; a 50-year-old Saudi Arabian doctor is suspected.
Six Dead, 300 Injured in Magdeburg Christmas Market Car Attack
On December 20th, a car attack at a Magdeburg Christmas market killed six and injured nearly 300; a 50-year-old Saudi Arabian doctor is suspected.
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24% Bias Score
Questions Surround Van University Student's Death
Rojin Kabaiş, a Van Yüzüncü Yıl University student, disappeared and was found dead; initial reports of suicide are challenged by her father's account of inconsistencies and potential evidence of foul play, leading to an ongoing investigation involving university security protocols and contract award...
Questions Surround Van University Student's Death
Rojin Kabaiş, a Van Yüzüncü Yıl University student, disappeared and was found dead; initial reports of suicide are challenged by her father's account of inconsistencies and potential evidence of foul play, leading to an ongoing investigation involving university security protocols and contract award...
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44% Bias Score
German Gymnastics System Accused of Protecting Abusers
Former German gymnast Pauline Schäfer-Betz accused the German gymnastics system of repeatedly protecting those responsible for abuse, referencing past cases at Chemnitz and current issues in Stuttgart, demanding significant reforms to protect athletes.
German Gymnastics System Accused of Protecting Abusers
Former German gymnast Pauline Schäfer-Betz accused the German gymnastics system of repeatedly protecting those responsible for abuse, referencing past cases at Chemnitz and current issues in Stuttgart, demanding significant reforms to protect athletes.
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48% Bias Score
Amal": Belgian Film Exposes Jihadist Influence Through School Bullying
Amal," a Belgian film by Jawad Rhalib, depicts a Brussels school teacher's struggle against homophobic bullying fueled by extremist ideology, highlighting the insufficient cinematic engagement with this issue in Europe and the insidious nature of jihadist influence within communities.
Amal": Belgian Film Exposes Jihadist Influence Through School Bullying
Amal," a Belgian film by Jawad Rhalib, depicts a Brussels school teacher's struggle against homophobic bullying fueled by extremist ideology, highlighting the insufficient cinematic engagement with this issue in Europe and the insidious nature of jihadist influence within communities.
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56% Bias Score