Charlie Hebdo, Syria, and the Enduring Fight for Free Speech
The tenth anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo massacre prompts reflection on the parallels between the attack and the suppression of free speech in Syria under Assad, highlighting the ongoing conflict between religious extremism and freedom of expression, and the author's personal journey from supporti...
Charlie Hebdo, Syria, and the Enduring Fight for Free Speech
The tenth anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo massacre prompts reflection on the parallels between the attack and the suppression of free speech in Syria under Assad, highlighting the ongoing conflict between religious extremism and freedom of expression, and the author's personal journey from supporti...
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44% Bias Score
Turkish Student's Death Sparks Foul Play Allegations
The body of 21-year-old Rojin Kabaiş, a Van Yüzüncü Yıl University student missing since September 27th, was found October 15th, 24 kilometers from the university; her death is officially ruled as drowning, but her father alleges murder and a flawed investigation.
Turkish Student's Death Sparks Foul Play Allegations
The body of 21-year-old Rojin Kabaiş, a Van Yüzüncü Yıl University student missing since September 27th, was found October 15th, 24 kilometers from the university; her death is officially ruled as drowning, but her father alleges murder and a flawed investigation.
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56% Bias Score
Dutch Couple's Initiative Counters NIMBYism, Fosters Refugee Integration
Bram and Wendela Tjaden from Santpoort-Zuid, Netherlands, have housed statusholders in their garden house for two years, challenging the local 'not in my backyard' sentiment and promoting successful integration.
Dutch Couple's Initiative Counters NIMBYism, Fosters Refugee Integration
Bram and Wendela Tjaden from Santpoort-Zuid, Netherlands, have housed statusholders in their garden house for two years, challenging the local 'not in my backyard' sentiment and promoting successful integration.
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40% Bias Score
Myanmar Releases Thousands of Prisoners for Independence Day Amidst Ongoing Political Crisis
Myanmar released over 6,000 prisoners, including 180 foreigners, for its independence day; however, prominent political prisoners remain jailed, reflecting ongoing political unrest and human rights concerns.
Myanmar Releases Thousands of Prisoners for Independence Day Amidst Ongoing Political Crisis
Myanmar released over 6,000 prisoners, including 180 foreigners, for its independence day; however, prominent political prisoners remain jailed, reflecting ongoing political unrest and human rights concerns.
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52% Bias Score
Irkutsk Oblast Courts Conclude High-Profile Cases in 2024
In 2024, Irkutsk Oblast courts concluded several high-profile cases: a mother received 10 months for her toddler's accidental drowning; another received 12 years for starving her son; a driver got 3.3 years for fatally striking two brothers; and a 'king of prostitutes' was sentenced to 13.6 years.
Irkutsk Oblast Courts Conclude High-Profile Cases in 2024
In 2024, Irkutsk Oblast courts concluded several high-profile cases: a mother received 10 months for her toddler's accidental drowning; another received 12 years for starving her son; a driver got 3.3 years for fatally striking two brothers; and a 'king of prostitutes' was sentenced to 13.6 years.
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60% Bias Score
Myanmar Releases Thousands of Prisoners on Independence Day
Myanmar's military government released around 6,000 prisoners, including 180 foreigners slated for deportation, on January 4th, 2024, for independence day; however, Aung San Suu Kyi and many political detainees remained imprisoned.
Myanmar Releases Thousands of Prisoners on Independence Day
Myanmar's military government released around 6,000 prisoners, including 180 foreigners slated for deportation, on January 4th, 2024, for independence day; however, Aung San Suu Kyi and many political detainees remained imprisoned.
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36% Bias Score
US Newspapers Adopt 'Right-to-be-Forgotten' Policies for Old Crime Stories
US newspapers are implementing "right-to-be-forgotten" policies, removing names or deleting old crime stories to help the 70 million Americans with past arrests or convictions rebuild their lives, prompted by ethical concerns and societal impacts of persistent online records.
US Newspapers Adopt 'Right-to-be-Forgotten' Policies for Old Crime Stories
US newspapers are implementing "right-to-be-forgotten" policies, removing names or deleting old crime stories to help the 70 million Americans with past arrests or convictions rebuild their lives, prompted by ethical concerns and societal impacts of persistent online records.
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40% Bias Score
Israel's War Exacerbates Plight of 2,000 Children with Cancer
The war in Israel significantly impacts the 2,000 children with cancer, causing treatment disruptions, displacement, emotional distress, and increased risk of post-trauma for both children and parents; the Larger Than Life association provides support.
Israel's War Exacerbates Plight of 2,000 Children with Cancer
The war in Israel significantly impacts the 2,000 children with cancer, causing treatment disruptions, displacement, emotional distress, and increased risk of post-trauma for both children and parents; the Larger Than Life association provides support.
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28% Bias Score
Spanish Tourist Dies in Elephant Attack at Thai Sanctuary
A 22-year-old Spanish woman died in Thailand after being struck by an elephant while bathing it at Koh Yao Elephant Care; the facility is now closed pending investigation.
Spanish Tourist Dies in Elephant Attack at Thai Sanctuary
A 22-year-old Spanish woman died in Thailand after being struck by an elephant while bathing it at Koh Yao Elephant Care; the facility is now closed pending investigation.
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24% Bias Score
Suriname NDP Censorship Request at Bouterse Memorial Sparks Debate
Ahead of Desi Bouterse's cremation, the NDP requested journalists avoid terms like "murderer" and "convicted," prompting Starnieuws and De Ware Tijd to halt live reporting due to censorship concerns; the NDP later apologized, citing a misunderstanding.
Suriname NDP Censorship Request at Bouterse Memorial Sparks Debate
Ahead of Desi Bouterse's cremation, the NDP requested journalists avoid terms like "murderer" and "convicted," prompting Starnieuws and De Ware Tijd to halt live reporting due to censorship concerns; the NDP later apologized, citing a misunderstanding.
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40% Bias Score
Lion's Den Flag Displayed in Toronto Sparks Security Concerns
Toronto Police are investigating the display of a Lion's Den flag near a pro-Hamas demonstration on New Year's Eve, marking the first time the flag of this Palestinian terror group has been seen in Canada.
Lion's Den Flag Displayed in Toronto Sparks Security Concerns
Toronto Police are investigating the display of a Lion's Den flag near a pro-Hamas demonstration on New Year's Eve, marking the first time the flag of this Palestinian terror group has been seen in Canada.
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60% Bias Score
Small Syrian Protest Demands Justice for Missing Persons
In Douma, Syria, a small protest of roughly one hundred people, many of whom are returnees from exile, demonstrated against the Assad regime and other groups responsible for abductions, demanding justice for missing loved ones like Samir Halil, a human rights activist who disappeared in 2013.
Small Syrian Protest Demands Justice for Missing Persons
In Douma, Syria, a small protest of roughly one hundred people, many of whom are returnees from exile, demonstrated against the Assad regime and other groups responsible for abductions, demanding justice for missing loved ones like Samir Halil, a human rights activist who disappeared in 2013.
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40% Bias Score