China Approves World's Largest Hydropower Dam in Tibet, Sparking Displacement and Environmental Concerns
China approved construction of the world's largest hydropower dam on Tibet's Yarlung Tsangpo River, raising concerns about community displacement and environmental impacts in India and Bangladesh; the project's cost is estimated at \$127 billion.
China Approves World's Largest Hydropower Dam in Tibet, Sparking Displacement and Environmental Concerns
China approved construction of the world's largest hydropower dam on Tibet's Yarlung Tsangpo River, raising concerns about community displacement and environmental impacts in India and Bangladesh; the project's cost is estimated at \$127 billion.
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40% Bias Score
Belarusian Activist Sentenced to Six Years in Prison
A Belarusian court sentenced opposition activist Dzmitry Kuchuk to six years in prison and a $6,000 fine for charges related to public order and national security, reflecting the ongoing crackdown on dissent ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
Belarusian Activist Sentenced to Six Years in Prison
A Belarusian court sentenced opposition activist Dzmitry Kuchuk to six years in prison and a $6,000 fine for charges related to public order and national security, reflecting the ongoing crackdown on dissent ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
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44% Bias Score
Mass Grave of Kurdish Women and Children Unearthed in Southern Iraq
A mass grave containing the remains of approximately 100 Kurdish women and children, likely victims of Saddam Hussein's Anfal campaign in the 1980s, has been unearthed near Muthanna province in southern Iraq, highlighting the ongoing human rights challenges in the region.
Mass Grave of Kurdish Women and Children Unearthed in Southern Iraq
A mass grave containing the remains of approximately 100 Kurdish women and children, likely victims of Saddam Hussein's Anfal campaign in the 1980s, has been unearthed near Muthanna province in southern Iraq, highlighting the ongoing human rights challenges in the region.
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36% Bias Score
Italian Journalist Arrested in Iran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on December 19th and is held in solitary confinement; the Italian government is actively pursuing her release amidst rising tensions with Iran over recent arrests.
Italian Journalist Arrested in Iran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on December 19th and is held in solitary confinement; the Italian government is actively pursuing her release amidst rising tensions with Iran over recent arrests.
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52% Bias Score
US Sanctions Georgian Billionaire for Undermining Georgia's Euro-Atlantic Future
The US imposed sanctions on Georgian Dream party founder Bidzina Ivanishvili for his role in undermining Georgia's pro-European path, following disputed elections, violent crackdowns on protests, and the suspension of EU accession talks, leaving Georgia vulnerable to Russia.
US Sanctions Georgian Billionaire for Undermining Georgia's Euro-Atlantic Future
The US imposed sanctions on Georgian Dream party founder Bidzina Ivanishvili for his role in undermining Georgia's pro-European path, following disputed elections, violent crackdowns on protests, and the suspension of EU accession talks, leaving Georgia vulnerable to Russia.
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48% Bias Score
Mexico City's Utopias Project: Addressing Inequality Through Community Centers
Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada's Utopias project provides 15 community centers in the impoverished Iztapalapa neighborhood, offering extensive welfare services, sports, and cultural activities to approximately 21,000 people daily, aiming to reduce inequality and crime; the project's long-term susta...
Mexico City's Utopias Project: Addressing Inequality Through Community Centers
Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada's Utopias project provides 15 community centers in the impoverished Iztapalapa neighborhood, offering extensive welfare services, sports, and cultural activities to approximately 21,000 people daily, aiming to reduce inequality and crime; the project's long-term susta...
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52% Bias Score
Italian Journalist Arrested in Tehran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on Thursday, December 21, 2023, after completing several reports for Il Foglio and Chora Media, while holding a valid journalist visa; the arrest was only announced after attempts to secure her release quietly failed.
Italian Journalist Arrested in Tehran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on Thursday, December 21, 2023, after completing several reports for Il Foglio and Chora Media, while holding a valid journalist visa; the arrest was only announced after attempts to secure her release quietly failed.
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28% Bias Score
Sierra Leone's Amputees: Farming for Survival Amidst Unfulfilled Promises
In Sierra Leone, the civil war left 28,000 amputees, and high rates persist due to accidents and poor healthcare; a farming initiative trains amputees, but many still face discrimination and unfulfilled government promises for reparations.
Sierra Leone's Amputees: Farming for Survival Amidst Unfulfilled Promises
In Sierra Leone, the civil war left 28,000 amputees, and high rates persist due to accidents and poor healthcare; a farming initiative trains amputees, but many still face discrimination and unfulfilled government promises for reparations.
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36% Bias Score
Nasarawa State Bill to Provide Free Menstrual Hygiene Products for Schoolgirls
Nasarawa State, Nigeria, is considering a bill to provide free menstrual hygiene products in public schools to improve the 54,000+ girls' school attendance, addressing a key factor in Nigeria's high out-of-school-girl rate (7.6 million).
Nasarawa State Bill to Provide Free Menstrual Hygiene Products for Schoolgirls
Nasarawa State, Nigeria, is considering a bill to provide free menstrual hygiene products in public schools to improve the 54,000+ girls' school attendance, addressing a key factor in Nigeria's high out-of-school-girl rate (7.6 million).
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56% Bias Score
Russia: Over 25 Million Rubles in Fines for "LGBT Propaganda" in 2024
Russian courts imposed over 25 million rubles in fines for "LGBT propaganda" in 2024, impacting 71 individuals and 20 organizations, with at least four foreign nationals deported, based on two articles of the Code of Administrative Offenses.
Russia: Over 25 Million Rubles in Fines for "LGBT Propaganda" in 2024
Russian courts imposed over 25 million rubles in fines for "LGBT propaganda" in 2024, impacting 71 individuals and 20 organizations, with at least four foreign nationals deported, based on two articles of the Code of Administrative Offenses.
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60% Bias Score
NYC Subway Arson: Man Charged with Murder After Setting Woman on Fire
On December 22, in Brooklyn, NY, 33-year-old Sebastian Zapata set a sleeping woman on fire in a subway car using a lighter, resulting in her death; he was apprehended near the Empire State Building after a reward was offered based on surveillance footage, and is now charged with murder and arson.
NYC Subway Arson: Man Charged with Murder After Setting Woman on Fire
On December 22, in Brooklyn, NY, 33-year-old Sebastian Zapata set a sleeping woman on fire in a subway car using a lighter, resulting in her death; he was apprehended near the Empire State Building after a reward was offered based on surveillance footage, and is now charged with murder and arson.
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36% Bias Score
Italian Journalist Arrested in Iran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on December 19th, 2023, while working on a journalistic assignment; the Italian government is actively working to secure her release from Evin prison.
Italian Journalist Arrested in Iran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on December 19th, 2023, while working on a journalistic assignment; the Italian government is actively working to secure her release from Evin prison.
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24% Bias Score