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Trump Administration Halts New York City Congestion Pricing
President Trump's administration on Wednesday halted New York City's congestion pricing program, a $9 toll on most vehicles entering Manhattan below Central Park, launched January 5th, citing concerns about its impact on working-class citizens and small businesses; the state plans to challenge the d...
Trump Administration Halts New York City Congestion Pricing
President Trump's administration on Wednesday halted New York City's congestion pricing program, a $9 toll on most vehicles entering Manhattan below Central Park, launched January 5th, citing concerns about its impact on working-class citizens and small businesses; the state plans to challenge the d...
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60% Bias Score
Colombia's Investment Recovers, But Remains Below Pre-Pandemic Levels
Colombia's investment grew by 7.6% in 2024, driven by infrastructure projects, but remains below pre-pandemic levels due to slow government stimulus, tax reforms, and economic uncertainty; experts urge increased public spending and higher investment rates to ensure sustainable growth.
Colombia's Investment Recovers, But Remains Below Pre-Pandemic Levels
Colombia's investment grew by 7.6% in 2024, driven by infrastructure projects, but remains below pre-pandemic levels due to slow government stimulus, tax reforms, and economic uncertainty; experts urge increased public spending and higher investment rates to ensure sustainable growth.
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16% Bias Score
Godstone Sinkhole: Burst Water Main and Historic Sand Pit Suspected as Cause
A 65ft-long sinkhole opened in Godstone, Surrey, forcing evacuations; a burst water main interacting with a historic sand pit is suspected as the cause, highlighting risks of aging infrastructure and unmapped subsurface features.
Godstone Sinkhole: Burst Water Main and Historic Sand Pit Suspected as Cause
A 65ft-long sinkhole opened in Godstone, Surrey, forcing evacuations; a burst water main interacting with a historic sand pit is suspected as the cause, highlighting risks of aging infrastructure and unmapped subsurface features.
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24% Bias Score
NSW Councils Face Funding Crisis, Triggering Massive Rate Rises
North Sydney and Northern Beaches councils face resident fury over proposed massive rate rises (87% and 40% respectively) to cover aging infrastructure costs and rebuilds, reflecting a broader crisis affecting over half of NSW councils due to insufficient funding and increased responsibilities.
NSW Councils Face Funding Crisis, Triggering Massive Rate Rises
North Sydney and Northern Beaches councils face resident fury over proposed massive rate rises (87% and 40% respectively) to cover aging infrastructure costs and rebuilds, reflecting a broader crisis affecting over half of NSW councils due to insufficient funding and increased responsibilities.
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48% Bias Score
China's Growing, but Contested, Influence Around the Panama Canal
A BBC Verify analysis reveals that while China's infrastructure projects around the Panama Canal have increased since Panama joined the BRI in 2017 (and Panama's subsequent withdrawal in early 2025), the US remains the canal's primary user. Concerns remain about potential Chinese influence, especial...
China's Growing, but Contested, Influence Around the Panama Canal
A BBC Verify analysis reveals that while China's infrastructure projects around the Panama Canal have increased since Panama joined the BRI in 2017 (and Panama's subsequent withdrawal in early 2025), the US remains the canal's primary user. Concerns remain about potential Chinese influence, especial...
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48% Bias Score
US-India Trade and Defense Cooperation Amidst Geopolitical Shifts
US President Trump met with Indian Prime Minister Modi in Washington, expressing concerns about India's tariffs while proposing advanced weapons sales, including F-35 fighter jets, and discussing a major infrastructure project connecting India to Europe.
US-India Trade and Defense Cooperation Amidst Geopolitical Shifts
US President Trump met with Indian Prime Minister Modi in Washington, expressing concerns about India's tariffs while proposing advanced weapons sales, including F-35 fighter jets, and discussing a major infrastructure project connecting India to Europe.
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40% Bias Score
RER E Line Extension Plagued by Technical Issues, Causing Major Disruptions
The recent extension of the RER E line in Paris is experiencing numerous technical issues, including a complete service interruption on Tuesday between Haussmann-Saint-Lazare and Nanterre-La Folie stations, due to incompatible lubricating systems between different train models, impacting thousands o...
RER E Line Extension Plagued by Technical Issues, Causing Major Disruptions
The recent extension of the RER E line in Paris is experiencing numerous technical issues, including a complete service interruption on Tuesday between Haussmann-Saint-Lazare and Nanterre-La Folie stations, due to incompatible lubricating systems between different train models, impacting thousands o...
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48% Bias Score
EU High-Speed Rail Network Doubles, But Overall Rail Network Shrinks
The EU's high-speed rail network has almost doubled to 8,556 km in 2023, while the overall rail network shrank; the Czech Republic has Europe's densest rail network, while Greece and Finland have the lowest.
EU High-Speed Rail Network Doubles, But Overall Rail Network Shrinks
The EU's high-speed rail network has almost doubled to 8,556 km in 2023, while the overall rail network shrank; the Czech Republic has Europe's densest rail network, while Greece and Finland have the lowest.
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44% Bias Score
French Court to Decide Fate of A69 Highway Amid Environmental Concerns
On February 27th, a French court will rule on the A69 highway permit, with the public rapporteur recommending annulment due to insufficient economic benefits and significant environmental damage; the project's supporters argue it's crucial for regional development.
French Court to Decide Fate of A69 Highway Amid Environmental Concerns
On February 27th, a French court will rule on the A69 highway permit, with the public rapporteur recommending annulment due to insufficient economic benefits and significant environmental damage; the project's supporters argue it's crucial for regional development.
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44% Bias Score
Mitsotakis Inspects Piraeus Courthouse and Underwater Antiquities Museum
Prime Minister Mitsotakis visited Piraeus, inspecting the under-construction Courthouse and Underwater Antiquities Museum—both partially or fully funded by the Recovery Fund and slated for completion by mid-2026, significantly upgrading the city's infrastructure and cultural offerings.
Mitsotakis Inspects Piraeus Courthouse and Underwater Antiquities Museum
Prime Minister Mitsotakis visited Piraeus, inspecting the under-construction Courthouse and Underwater Antiquities Museum—both partially or fully funded by the Recovery Fund and slated for completion by mid-2026, significantly upgrading the city's infrastructure and cultural offerings.
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48% Bias Score
China's 5% Economic Growth in 2024: A Global Impact
China's economy grew 5 percent in 2024, exceeding 130 trillion yuan, contributing roughly 30 percent to global growth and showcasing technological advancements like the CR450 high-speed train and a second domestically-built cruise ship. This growth was achieved through government initiatives like in...
China's 5% Economic Growth in 2024: A Global Impact
China's economy grew 5 percent in 2024, exceeding 130 trillion yuan, contributing roughly 30 percent to global growth and showcasing technological advancements like the CR450 high-speed train and a second domestically-built cruise ship. This growth was achieved through government initiatives like in...
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56% Bias Score
Greece's Energy Push: EGYPES 2025 and New Hydrocarbon Licenses
Greece's strong presence at the EGYPES 2025 oil and gas exhibition in Cairo (Feb 17-19) coincides with new hydrocarbon exploration licenses in the Peloponnese and Crete, attracting major international players like Chevron and ExxonMobil, while a recent successful bond issuance indicates strong inves...
Greece's Energy Push: EGYPES 2025 and New Hydrocarbon Licenses
Greece's strong presence at the EGYPES 2025 oil and gas exhibition in Cairo (Feb 17-19) coincides with new hydrocarbon exploration licenses in the Peloponnese and Crete, attracting major international players like Chevron and ExxonMobil, while a recent successful bond issuance indicates strong inves...
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44% Bias Score
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