163 Chinese Workers Rescued From Slave-Like Conditions at BYD Construction Site
Brazilian authorities rescued 163 Chinese citizens from "slave-like" conditions at a BYD electric vehicle factory construction site in Camaçari, where Jinjiang Construction Brazil withheld wages and passports, prompting BYD to terminate its contract.
163 Chinese Workers Rescued From Slave-Like Conditions at BYD Construction Site
Brazilian authorities rescued 163 Chinese citizens from "slave-like" conditions at a BYD electric vehicle factory construction site in Camaçari, where Jinjiang Construction Brazil withheld wages and passports, prompting BYD to terminate its contract.
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40% Bias Score
Death of Controversial Former Surinamese President Desiré Delano Bouterse
Former Surinamese president Desiré Delano Bouterse, known for his 1980 coup and the 1982 December Murders, died today; details surrounding his death and recent whereabouts remain unclear.
Death of Controversial Former Surinamese President Desiré Delano Bouterse
Former Surinamese president Desiré Delano Bouterse, known for his 1980 coup and the 1982 December Murders, died today; details surrounding his death and recent whereabouts remain unclear.
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16% Bias Score
Aberdare Church's 10-Year Christmas Dinner for the Lonely
St Fagan's church in Aberdare, Wales, has hosted a free Christmas dinner for those alone for 10 years, growing from 40 attendees in 2015 to 130 in 2023, thanks to 50-60 volunteers providing meals, gifts, and transport.
Aberdare Church's 10-Year Christmas Dinner for the Lonely
St Fagan's church in Aberdare, Wales, has hosted a free Christmas dinner for those alone for 10 years, growing from 40 attendees in 2015 to 130 in 2023, thanks to 50-60 volunteers providing meals, gifts, and transport.
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28% Bias Score
UK Christmas Volunteers Prioritize Community Needs Over Personal Celebrations
Across the UK, volunteers are spending Christmas Day providing free meals for the lonely, assisting the RNLI, and caring for animals at RSPCA centers, highlighting community spirit and addressing social needs during the holiday season.
UK Christmas Volunteers Prioritize Community Needs Over Personal Celebrations
Across the UK, volunteers are spending Christmas Day providing free meals for the lonely, assisting the RNLI, and caring for animals at RSPCA centers, highlighting community spirit and addressing social needs during the holiday season.
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28% Bias Score
Ethiopia: Ministry of Peace, Islamic Council Pledge Joint Peacebuilding Efforts
Ethiopia's Ministry of Peace and the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs pledged joint efforts for national peacebuilding and development, following a meeting where they committed to strengthening cooperation and supporting upcoming Majlis elections.
Ethiopia: Ministry of Peace, Islamic Council Pledge Joint Peacebuilding Efforts
Ethiopia's Ministry of Peace and the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs pledged joint efforts for national peacebuilding and development, following a meeting where they committed to strengthening cooperation and supporting upcoming Majlis elections.
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36% Bias Score
DRC: Seven Civilians Killed in Clashes Between Congolese Army and Allied Wazalendo Fighters
Seven civilians were killed and four wounded in clashes between Congolese army and Wazalendo fighters, nominally allies against M23 rebels, near Goma in North Kivu, DRC on December 23rd, 2023, raising concerns over inter-force coordination and civilian safety.
DRC: Seven Civilians Killed in Clashes Between Congolese Army and Allied Wazalendo Fighters
Seven civilians were killed and four wounded in clashes between Congolese army and Wazalendo fighters, nominally allies against M23 rebels, near Goma in North Kivu, DRC on December 23rd, 2023, raising concerns over inter-force coordination and civilian safety.
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12% Bias Score
Syria: Shrine Damage Sparks Deadly Protests
Following alleged damage to an Alevi shrine in Aleppo, protests in several Syrian provinces resulted in clashes between protesters and security forces, leaving casualties; the interim government blamed the unrest on the toppled regime.
Syria: Shrine Damage Sparks Deadly Protests
Following alleged damage to an Alevi shrine in Aleppo, protests in several Syrian provinces resulted in clashes between protesters and security forces, leaving casualties; the interim government blamed the unrest on the toppled regime.
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36% Bias Score
2004 Boxing Day Tsunami: Death Toll, Aid Response, and Lasting Impacts
The 2004 Boxing Day tsunami, triggered by a major earthquake in the Indian Ocean, caused over 230,000 deaths across southern Asia, prompting a significant Australian aid response and influencing regional political dynamics while underscoring the need for improved tsunami warning systems.
2004 Boxing Day Tsunami: Death Toll, Aid Response, and Lasting Impacts
The 2004 Boxing Day tsunami, triggered by a major earthquake in the Indian Ocean, caused over 230,000 deaths across southern Asia, prompting a significant Australian aid response and influencing regional political dynamics while underscoring the need for improved tsunami warning systems.
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36% Bias Score
Australian Radio Host Fired for Refusal to Endorse Hamas
Nicole, a Jewish Australian radio host, was fired from Sydney's Radio Skid Row for refusing to support Hamas and for advocating for the release of hostages held in Gaza; the station, which receives public funding, allegedly promotes pro-Hamas views.
Australian Radio Host Fired for Refusal to Endorse Hamas
Nicole, a Jewish Australian radio host, was fired from Sydney's Radio Skid Row for refusing to support Hamas and for advocating for the release of hostages held in Gaza; the station, which receives public funding, allegedly promotes pro-Hamas views.
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56% Bias Score
Senegalese Minister Sparks Outrage Over Tirailleur Remarks
Senegalese Minister Cheikh Oumar Diagne caused outrage by calling African Tirailleurs 'traitors,' sparking widespread criticism and calls for his resignation, particularly given Senegal's recent commemoration of the 1944 Thiaroye massacre where French colonial forces killed numerous African Tiraille...
Senegalese Minister Sparks Outrage Over Tirailleur Remarks
Senegalese Minister Cheikh Oumar Diagne caused outrage by calling African Tirailleurs 'traitors,' sparking widespread criticism and calls for his resignation, particularly given Senegal's recent commemoration of the 1944 Thiaroye massacre where French colonial forces killed numerous African Tiraille...
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40% Bias Score
King Charles Praises Community Response to UK Riots in Christmas Message
King Charles's annual Christmas message praised the UK's community response to summer riots, emphasizing the repair of damaged buildings, relationships, and trust, while also thanking healthcare professionals for their support during his and his daughter-in-law's cancer treatment.
King Charles Praises Community Response to UK Riots in Christmas Message
King Charles's annual Christmas message praised the UK's community response to summer riots, emphasizing the repair of damaged buildings, relationships, and trust, while also thanking healthcare professionals for their support during his and his daughter-in-law's cancer treatment.
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36% Bias Score
Lottery Winners Donate Millions to Charity
Sheffield couple Barbara and Ray Wragg won £7.6m on the National Lottery in January 2000, retiring and donating most of their winnings to various charities, including hospitals and World War II veterans, before Barbara's death in 2018.
Lottery Winners Donate Millions to Charity
Sheffield couple Barbara and Ray Wragg won £7.6m on the National Lottery in January 2000, retiring and donating most of their winnings to various charities, including hospitals and World War II veterans, before Barbara's death in 2018.
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40% Bias Score