Increased New Year's Eve Violence in Netherlands Despite Fewer Arrests
The 2024 New Year's Eve in the Netherlands saw 8292 incidents, 850 more than in 2023, including increased violence against 344 emergency responders (295 police, 49 others); while arrests were down by 40, the C2000 communication system remained faulty.
Increased New Year's Eve Violence in Netherlands Despite Fewer Arrests
The 2024 New Year's Eve in the Netherlands saw 8292 incidents, 850 more than in 2023, including increased violence against 344 emergency responders (295 police, 49 others); while arrests were down by 40, the C2000 communication system remained faulty.
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36% Bias Score
Berlin Senate Rejects Purchase of Dilapidated Building, Risking Tenant Displacement
Berlin's Senate rejected a €1.4 million bid to buy a dilapidated 20-unit apartment building at Schönleinstraße 19, citing legal restrictions on using urban development funds, despite the district's approval and the risk of tenant displacement due to potential rent increases after private sale.
Berlin Senate Rejects Purchase of Dilapidated Building, Risking Tenant Displacement
Berlin's Senate rejected a €1.4 million bid to buy a dilapidated 20-unit apartment building at Schönleinstraße 19, citing legal restrictions on using urban development funds, despite the district's approval and the risk of tenant displacement due to potential rent increases after private sale.
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64% Bias Score
French Terrorism Museum to Proceed After Funding Reversal
French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed the continuation of a terrorism museum-memorial at Mont Valérien, reversing a previous cancellation due to cost concerns (€95 million total, €10 million already invested).
French Terrorism Museum to Proceed After Funding Reversal
French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed the continuation of a terrorism museum-memorial at Mont Valérien, reversing a previous cancellation due to cost concerns (€95 million total, €10 million already invested).
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48% Bias Score
Madrid Sees Surge in Juvenile Crime, Highlighting Need for Social Reform
Madrid's 2023 juvenile crime statistics show a 40% increase in sexual assaults and a 12% rise in threats, with 2,770 arrests; 4,065 of 6,926 arrested 16-18-year-olds had prior arrests, prompting calls for social reform and preventative programs. A Madrid program, Pinardi, boasts a 100% success rate ...
Madrid Sees Surge in Juvenile Crime, Highlighting Need for Social Reform
Madrid's 2023 juvenile crime statistics show a 40% increase in sexual assaults and a 12% rise in threats, with 2,770 arrests; 4,065 of 6,926 arrested 16-18-year-olds had prior arrests, prompting calls for social reform and preventative programs. A Madrid program, Pinardi, boasts a 100% success rate ...
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36% Bias Score
Dutch Campaign Encourages Citizen Reporting of Underground Crime
The Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security launched the "Vreemd of Verdacht?" campaign to increase public awareness of and reporting on subtle signs of underground criminal activity, such as unusual gifts, strange smells, or excessive security in ordinary homes, aiming to improve collaboration betwe...
Dutch Campaign Encourages Citizen Reporting of Underground Crime
The Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security launched the "Vreemd of Verdacht?" campaign to increase public awareness of and reporting on subtle signs of underground criminal activity, such as unusual gifts, strange smells, or excessive security in ordinary homes, aiming to improve collaboration betwe...
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44% Bias Score
NYC Subway Safety: Perception vs. Reality
New York MTA head Janno Lieber says recent high-profile subway attacks have created a perception of increased insecurity, despite a 12.5% drop in crime since 2019; he supports a new congestion pricing plan and tougher measures against repeat offenders to boost public trust.
NYC Subway Safety: Perception vs. Reality
New York MTA head Janno Lieber says recent high-profile subway attacks have created a perception of increased insecurity, despite a 12.5% drop in crime since 2019; he supports a new congestion pricing plan and tougher measures against repeat offenders to boost public trust.
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48% Bias Score
Judge Holds Giuliani in Contempt of Court for Defamation Judgment Non-Compliance
A New York judge held Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court on Monday for failing to properly respond to requests for information as he turned over assets to satisfy a $148 million defamation judgment, impacting his ability to keep his Florida condominium.
Judge Holds Giuliani in Contempt of Court for Defamation Judgment Non-Compliance
A New York judge held Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court on Monday for failing to properly respond to requests for information as he turned over assets to satisfy a $148 million defamation judgment, impacting his ability to keep his Florida condominium.
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40% Bias Score
ASIC Sues Rex for Misleading Investors, Exposing Airline's Financial Crisis
Regional Express (Rex) faces legal action from ASIC for misleading investors about its profitability, reporting critically low cash reserves and substantial operating losses in early 2023, culminating in voluntary administration and a government bailout for regional routes.
ASIC Sues Rex for Misleading Investors, Exposing Airline's Financial Crisis
Regional Express (Rex) faces legal action from ASIC for misleading investors about its profitability, reporting critically low cash reserves and substantial operating losses in early 2023, culminating in voluntary administration and a government bailout for regional routes.
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56% Bias Score
German Ministry Rejects Proposal to Strip Dual Citizens of Citizenship
Germany's Interior Ministry rejects CDU chairman Friedrich Merz's proposal to revoke German citizenship from dual nationals convicted of crimes, citing legal and constitutional concerns; Merz argues for stricter measures, sparking debate about immigration and security.
German Ministry Rejects Proposal to Strip Dual Citizens of Citizenship
Germany's Interior Ministry rejects CDU chairman Friedrich Merz's proposal to revoke German citizenship from dual nationals convicted of crimes, citing legal and constitutional concerns; Merz argues for stricter measures, sparking debate about immigration and security.
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44% Bias Score
Dutch Campaign Encourages Citizen Reporting to Combat Undermining Crime
The Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security launched the "Vreemd of Verdacht?" campaign to increase public awareness of and reporting on suspicious activities related to undermining crime, urging citizens to report observations to authorities or neighborhood watch groups to strengthen crime-fighting ...
Dutch Campaign Encourages Citizen Reporting to Combat Undermining Crime
The Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security launched the "Vreemd of Verdacht?" campaign to increase public awareness of and reporting on suspicious activities related to undermining crime, urging citizens to report observations to authorities or neighborhood watch groups to strengthen crime-fighting ...
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52% Bias Score
IDF Faces Legal Challenge Over Haredi Draft
Israel's High Court will hear a petition Wednesday demanding the IDF immediately draft over 60,000 eligible haredi men after the IDF sent only 10,000 draft orders, sparking a legal and political battle over the legality of haredi exemptions from military service.
IDF Faces Legal Challenge Over Haredi Draft
Israel's High Court will hear a petition Wednesday demanding the IDF immediately draft over 60,000 eligible haredi men after the IDF sent only 10,000 draft orders, sparking a legal and political battle over the legality of haredi exemptions from military service.
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40% Bias Score
Driver Jailed for Fatal Argyll Crash
A 55-year-old driver, George Murphy, was jailed for seven and a half years for causing the death of Martin and Josephine Cousland in a head-on collision on the A85 near Dalmally in March 2023, after overtaking multiple vehicles and a bus on a blind bend.
Driver Jailed for Fatal Argyll Crash
A 55-year-old driver, George Murphy, was jailed for seven and a half years for causing the death of Martin and Josephine Cousland in a head-on collision on the A85 near Dalmally in March 2023, after overtaking multiple vehicles and a bus on a blind bend.
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32% Bias Score