Child Labor Fuels Nigeria's Lithium Boom
Six-year-old Juliet Samaniya works in illegal lithium mines in Nasarawa, Nigeria, earning less than a dollar a day to help support her family, highlighting the exploitation of children in the global clean energy transition, driven by lax regulation and the involvement of Chinese companies.
Child Labor Fuels Nigeria's Lithium Boom
Six-year-old Juliet Samaniya works in illegal lithium mines in Nasarawa, Nigeria, earning less than a dollar a day to help support her family, highlighting the exploitation of children in the global clean energy transition, driven by lax regulation and the involvement of Chinese companies.
Progress
48% Bias Score
54 Journalists Killed Worldwide in 2023, Gaza Strip Most Dangerous
At least 54 journalists have been killed worldwide in 2023, with nearly one-third of the deaths in the Gaza Strip, according to Reporters Without Borders, highlighting the dangers faced by journalists in war zones and politically volatile areas.
54 Journalists Killed Worldwide in 2023, Gaza Strip Most Dangerous
At least 54 journalists have been killed worldwide in 2023, with nearly one-third of the deaths in the Gaza Strip, according to Reporters Without Borders, highlighting the dangers faced by journalists in war zones and politically volatile areas.
Progress
44% Bias Score
Mali: At Least 79 Civilians Killed Since UN Withdrawal
A Human Rights Watch report details at least 79 civilian deaths in Mali since May 2024, attributed to Malian and Wagner forces (32) and Islamist groups (47), following the UN Minusma mission's withdrawal in late 2023; the actual numbers are likely much higher.
Mali: At Least 79 Civilians Killed Since UN Withdrawal
A Human Rights Watch report details at least 79 civilian deaths in Mali since May 2024, attributed to Malian and Wagner forces (32) and Islamist groups (47), following the UN Minusma mission's withdrawal in late 2023; the actual numbers are likely much higher.
Progress
28% Bias Score
"Vietnamese Officials Sentenced for Leaking Information to Dissident Blogger; Decree 147 Tightens Internet Control"
"Five former Vietnamese officials received prison sentences for leaking information to blogger Đường Văn Thái, who was sentenced to 12 years for anti-state activities; Vietnam's new Decree 147 further restricts internet access."
"Vietnamese Officials Sentenced for Leaking Information to Dissident Blogger; Decree 147 Tightens Internet Control"
"Five former Vietnamese officials received prison sentences for leaking information to blogger Đường Văn Thái, who was sentenced to 12 years for anti-state activities; Vietnam's new Decree 147 further restricts internet access."
Progress
52% Bias Score
Shein's London IPO Delayed Amid Supply Chain Scrutiny
Britain's financial regulator is delaying Shein's London stock market listing due to concerns about its supply chain practices following a legal challenge from Stop Uyghur Genocide and the raising of concerns by Britain's Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner, impacting the company's timeline for go...
Shein's London IPO Delayed Amid Supply Chain Scrutiny
Britain's financial regulator is delaying Shein's London stock market listing due to concerns about its supply chain practices following a legal challenge from Stop Uyghur Genocide and the raising of concerns by Britain's Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner, impacting the company's timeline for go...
Progress
48% Bias Score
"Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 World Cup Amidst Alcohol Ban Concerns"
"Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, raising concerns about its alcohol laws, which prohibit consumption and possession, with penalties including fines, imprisonment, or deportation; however, a new shop selling alcohol to diplomatic staff recently opened."
"Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 World Cup Amidst Alcohol Ban Concerns"
"Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, raising concerns about its alcohol laws, which prohibit consumption and possession, with penalties including fines, imprisonment, or deportation; however, a new shop selling alcohol to diplomatic staff recently opened."
Progress
60% Bias Score
"Child Labor Fuels Nigeria's Lithium Boom"
"Illegal lithium mining in Nigeria's Nasarawa state has led to the exploitation of children as young as 5, who work in dangerous conditions for minimal pay; a Chinese company purchased lithium without questioning its source or how it was obtained."
"Child Labor Fuels Nigeria's Lithium Boom"
"Illegal lithium mining in Nigeria's Nasarawa state has led to the exploitation of children as young as 5, who work in dangerous conditions for minimal pay; a Chinese company purchased lithium without questioning its source or how it was obtained."
Progress
24% Bias Score
"Child Labor Fuels Nigeria's Lithium Boom"
"Driven by soaring global demand for electric vehicle batteries, Nigeria's unregulated lithium mining industry uses child labor, with children as young as five working in dangerous conditions for minimal pay in illegal mines near Abuja; a Chinese company was observed buying lithium without questioni...
"Child Labor Fuels Nigeria's Lithium Boom"
"Driven by soaring global demand for electric vehicle batteries, Nigeria's unregulated lithium mining industry uses child labor, with children as young as five working in dangerous conditions for minimal pay in illegal mines near Abuja; a Chinese company was observed buying lithium without questioni...
Progress
48% Bias Score
Vietnamese Officials Accused of Assaulting New Zealand Servers
Two Vietnamese officials, associated with the Vietnamese police, allegedly indecently assaulted two young female servers at a Wellington restaurant in March; New Zealand police are unable to pursue charges due to the lack of an extradition treaty with Vietnam.
Vietnamese Officials Accused of Assaulting New Zealand Servers
Two Vietnamese officials, associated with the Vietnamese police, allegedly indecently assaulted two young female servers at a Wellington restaurant in March; New Zealand police are unable to pursue charges due to the lack of an extradition treaty with Vietnam.
Progress
52% Bias Score
Algerian Author Imprisoned for Questioning National Borders
Franco-Algerian author Boualem Sansal, 80, has been detained in Algeria for a month, accused of intellectual treason for questioning Algeria's national identity and historical borders in an interview. His French lawyer is denied a visa, and the trial is postponed.
Algerian Author Imprisoned for Questioning National Borders
Franco-Algerian author Boualem Sansal, 80, has been detained in Algeria for a month, accused of intellectual treason for questioning Algeria's national identity and historical borders in an interview. His French lawyer is denied a visa, and the trial is postponed.
Progress
60% Bias Score
"2030 World Cup Awarded to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco; Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 Tournament Amid Controversy"
"FIFA officially awarded the 2030 World Cup to a joint bid from Morocco, Portugal, and Spain, scoring 4.2 out of 5, surpassing Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay's 3.6. Seventeen Spanish cities and multiple locations in Portugal and Morocco will host matches, while Saudi Arabia secured the 2034 World ...
"2030 World Cup Awarded to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco; Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 Tournament Amid Controversy"
"FIFA officially awarded the 2030 World Cup to a joint bid from Morocco, Portugal, and Spain, scoring 4.2 out of 5, surpassing Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay's 3.6. Seventeen Spanish cities and multiple locations in Portugal and Morocco will host matches, while Saudi Arabia secured the 2034 World ...
Progress
40% Bias Score
G7 Backs Syrian Transition Amidst Concerns and American's Release
G7 leaders pledged support for a credible, inclusive, and non-sectarian government in Syria following Bashar al-Assad's rule, emphasizing respect for human rights and territorial integrity; meanwhile, an American citizen, Travis, was found safe after being detained in Syria since May.
G7 Backs Syrian Transition Amidst Concerns and American's Release
G7 leaders pledged support for a credible, inclusive, and non-sectarian government in Syria following Bashar al-Assad's rule, emphasizing respect for human rights and territorial integrity; meanwhile, an American citizen, Travis, was found safe after being detained in Syria since May.
Progress
56% Bias Score