Panama Rejects Trump's Claims of Unfair Canal Practices
Panama refutes US President Trump's claim that the Panama Canal, transferred to Panamanian control in 1999, is unfairly benefiting China, asserting that tariffs are set by law despite Chinese management of Canal terminals.
Panama Rejects Trump's Claims of Unfair Canal Practices
Panama refutes US President Trump's claim that the Panama Canal, transferred to Panamanian control in 1999, is unfairly benefiting China, asserting that tariffs are set by law despite Chinese management of Canal terminals.
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40% Bias Score
BOJ Poised for Rate Hike Amid Inflation and Yen Weakness
The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its benchmark interest rate by 0.25% this week to 0.5%, the highest since 2008, driven by sustained inflation, yen weakness, and a shift in the BOJ's public statements. Eighteen of nineteen economists polled by CNBC predict the hike, despite risks from weak hou...
BOJ Poised for Rate Hike Amid Inflation and Yen Weakness
The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its benchmark interest rate by 0.25% this week to 0.5%, the highest since 2008, driven by sustained inflation, yen weakness, and a shift in the BOJ's public statements. Eighteen of nineteen economists polled by CNBC predict the hike, despite risks from weak hou...
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40% Bias Score
Trump Withdraws US from World Health Organization
President Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday, citing mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and unfair financial contributions, a decision opposed by public health experts who warn of significant negative consequences for gl...
Trump Withdraws US from World Health Organization
President Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday, citing mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and unfair financial contributions, a decision opposed by public health experts who warn of significant negative consequences for gl...
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40% Bias Score
Saudi Researcher Calls for Interfaith Dialogue to Foster Israeli-Saudi Peace
A Saudi researcher's opinion piece in Haaretz calls for increased dialogue between Israeli and Saudi researchers, experts, and religious leaders to foster peace and address mutual misunderstandings, particularly concerning Iran and the Palestinian issue; the piece, published by Abdulaziz Alghashian,...
Saudi Researcher Calls for Interfaith Dialogue to Foster Israeli-Saudi Peace
A Saudi researcher's opinion piece in Haaretz calls for increased dialogue between Israeli and Saudi researchers, experts, and religious leaders to foster peace and address mutual misunderstandings, particularly concerning Iran and the Palestinian issue; the piece, published by Abdulaziz Alghashian,...
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36% Bias Score
PA to Manage Rafah Crossing Under UN Supervision
Following a meeting between Israeli and Egyptian intelligence officials, the Palestinian Authority will manage Gaza's side of the Rafah border crossing under UN supervision; a released Israeli hostage expressed gratitude, acknowledging remaining hostages; and Israel's Jenin operation reflects a coun...
PA to Manage Rafah Crossing Under UN Supervision
Following a meeting between Israeli and Egyptian intelligence officials, the Palestinian Authority will manage Gaza's side of the Rafah border crossing under UN supervision; a released Israeli hostage expressed gratitude, acknowledging remaining hostages; and Israel's Jenin operation reflects a coun...
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48% Bias Score
Putin and Xi Emphasize Strong Ties Amidst Trump's Inauguration
Following Donald Trump's inauguration, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping held a video call to discuss their close ties and potential contacts with the new US administration; China's support for Russia amidst Western sanctions underscores their deepening strategic partnership.
Putin and Xi Emphasize Strong Ties Amidst Trump's Inauguration
Following Donald Trump's inauguration, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping held a video call to discuss their close ties and potential contacts with the new US administration; China's support for Russia amidst Western sanctions underscores their deepening strategic partnership.
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60% Bias Score
Global Tourism Recovers to Near Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024
In 2024, international tourist arrivals reached 1.4 billion, an 11 percent increase, recovering to 99 percent of 2019 levels, driven by restored air capacity and strong demand; spending reached $1.6 trillion.
Global Tourism Recovers to Near Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024
In 2024, international tourist arrivals reached 1.4 billion, an 11 percent increase, recovering to 99 percent of 2019 levels, driven by restored air capacity and strong demand; spending reached $1.6 trillion.
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32% Bias Score
U.S.-Japan Relations Strengthened Following Trump's Return
Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to elevate U.S.-Japan relations, discussing economic concerns and planning a meeting between Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and President Trump, potentially in February, following Trump's return to office.
U.S.-Japan Relations Strengthened Following Trump's Return
Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to elevate U.S.-Japan relations, discussing economic concerns and planning a meeting between Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and President Trump, potentially in February, following Trump's return to office.
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48% Bias Score
EU Diversifies Trade to Counter US Tariff Threats
The EU is rapidly forging new trade deals with Mexico, Malaysia, India, Mercosur, and Switzerland to counteract potential US tariffs, seeking to diversify export markets and mitigate economic risks.
EU Diversifies Trade to Counter US Tariff Threats
The EU is rapidly forging new trade deals with Mexico, Malaysia, India, Mercosur, and Switzerland to counteract potential US tariffs, seeking to diversify export markets and mitigate economic risks.
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36% Bias Score
Russian Forces Report Major Gains, Inflicting Heavy Losses on Ukrainian Military
Russian forces reported significant advances on multiple fronts, inflicting heavy losses on Ukrainian troops and equipment, including the liberation of Volkovo in the Donetsk People's Republic; Ukrainian losses are estimated in the hundreds, with the destruction of Western-supplied weapons; Russia's...
Russian Forces Report Major Gains, Inflicting Heavy Losses on Ukrainian Military
Russian forces reported significant advances on multiple fronts, inflicting heavy losses on Ukrainian troops and equipment, including the liberation of Volkovo in the Donetsk People's Republic; Ukrainian losses are estimated in the hundreds, with the destruction of Western-supplied weapons; Russia's...
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76% Bias Score
Trump's Election Strains German-American Relations
Following Donald Trump's election, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz offered congratulations but stayed away from the inauguration, highlighting the strained relations stemming from Trump's threats to end climate protection, impose tariffs, and pursue an assertive foreign policy; Germany's political lan...
Trump's Election Strains German-American Relations
Following Donald Trump's election, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz offered congratulations but stayed away from the inauguration, highlighting the strained relations stemming from Trump's threats to end climate protection, impose tariffs, and pursue an assertive foreign policy; Germany's political lan...
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48% Bias Score
China Urges Multilateralism and Inclusive Development at Davos 2025
At the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang urged global cooperation on multilateralism and inclusive development, outlining four key recommendations and highlighting China's commitment to high-quality growth, green transition, and further opening up, based on Presi...
China Urges Multilateralism and Inclusive Development at Davos 2025
At the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang urged global cooperation on multilateralism and inclusive development, outlining four key recommendations and highlighting China's commitment to high-quality growth, green transition, and further opening up, based on Presi...
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8% Bias Score