US Aid Freeze Cripples Russian Civil Society
The Trump administration's 90-day freeze on foreign aid has created a funding crisis for numerous Russian NGOs and exiled media outlets, many of whom rely heavily on US funding and face potential closure, marking a significant blow to Russian civil society.
US Aid Freeze Cripples Russian Civil Society
The Trump administration's 90-day freeze on foreign aid has created a funding crisis for numerous Russian NGOs and exiled media outlets, many of whom rely heavily on US funding and face potential closure, marking a significant blow to Russian civil society.
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28% Bias Score
US Halts All Foreign Aid to Ukraine, Plunging Projects into Uncertainty
The Trump administration's immediate suspension of all US foreign aid to Ukraine has halted hundreds of projects across various sectors, including veteran support, independent media, and anti-corruption initiatives, leaving organizations scrambling for alternative funding and causing widespread unce...
US Halts All Foreign Aid to Ukraine, Plunging Projects into Uncertainty
The Trump administration's immediate suspension of all US foreign aid to Ukraine has halted hundreds of projects across various sectors, including veteran support, independent media, and anti-corruption initiatives, leaving organizations scrambling for alternative funding and causing widespread unce...
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40% Bias Score
ECtHR Rules Turkey Violated Cameraman's Free Speech
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled on October 8, 2024, that Turkey violated Binali Erdoğan's freedom of expression by dismissing him from his job as a chief cameraman at TRT in 2017 for allegedly insulting the president on social media; the court ordered Turkey to pay compensation.
ECtHR Rules Turkey Violated Cameraman's Free Speech
The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled on October 8, 2024, that Turkey violated Binali Erdoğan's freedom of expression by dismissing him from his job as a chief cameraman at TRT in 2017 for allegedly insulting the president on social media; the court ordered Turkey to pay compensation.
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40% Bias Score
Greek Politics: Unexpected Cancellation, Ministerial Change, and Presidential Vote
PASOK unexpectedly canceled a scheduled parliamentary debate on farmers' issues; the Greek government saw a change in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with Kostas Fragkoyiannis resigning and Tasos Chatzivasileiou appointed; and Antonis Samaras received many well-wishers.
Greek Politics: Unexpected Cancellation, Ministerial Change, and Presidential Vote
PASOK unexpectedly canceled a scheduled parliamentary debate on farmers' issues; the Greek government saw a change in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with Kostas Fragkoyiannis resigning and Tasos Chatzivasileiou appointed; and Antonis Samaras received many well-wishers.
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48% Bias Score
EU Accused of Double Standards on Foreign Election Interference
Hungarian MEP András László accused the EU of double standards on foreign interference, citing Elon Musk's X posts supporting Germany's far-right AfD, contrasting with criticism of Hungary's media restrictions; the situation highlights tensions between the EU and member states on election integrity ...
EU Accused of Double Standards on Foreign Election Interference
Hungarian MEP András László accused the EU of double standards on foreign interference, citing Elon Musk's X posts supporting Germany's far-right AfD, contrasting with criticism of Hungary's media restrictions; the situation highlights tensions between the EU and member states on election integrity ...
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44% Bias Score
Spanish Attorney General Investigated for Alleged Political Leak
The Spanish Supreme Court is investigating whether Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz used his position to leak confidential tax information of Isabel Díaz Ayuso's partner for political purposes, jeopardizing the integrity of the investigation and potentially violating citizens' rights.
Spanish Attorney General Investigated for Alleged Political Leak
The Spanish Supreme Court is investigating whether Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz used his position to leak confidential tax information of Isabel Díaz Ayuso's partner for political purposes, jeopardizing the integrity of the investigation and potentially violating citizens' rights.
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48% Bias Score
Turkey's Crackdown on Dissent Amidst Economic Crisis
In Turkey, the ruling coalition's loss in the March 31 local elections has triggered a wave of investigations targeting opposition figures and media, raising concerns about eroding democratic freedoms amidst economic struggles and a shifting international landscape.
Turkey's Crackdown on Dissent Amidst Economic Crisis
In Turkey, the ruling coalition's loss in the March 31 local elections has triggered a wave of investigations targeting opposition figures and media, raising concerns about eroding democratic freedoms amidst economic struggles and a shifting international landscape.
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52% Bias Score
Rai Investigative Program Report Subordinated Amidst Concerns of Government Censorship
A new Rai circular, orchestrated by the CEO, curtails the autonomy of the investigative program Report, sparking concerns about government interference in public broadcasting and freedom of the press, amid a blocked Rai Supervisory Commission.
Rai Investigative Program Report Subordinated Amidst Concerns of Government Censorship
A new Rai circular, orchestrated by the CEO, curtails the autonomy of the investigative program Report, sparking concerns about government interference in public broadcasting and freedom of the press, amid a blocked Rai Supervisory Commission.
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52% Bias Score
Belgrade Protest: Train Station Collapse Fuels Anti-Government Demonstrations
Tens of thousands protested in Belgrade against state broadcaster RTS after a student was severely injured when a car plowed into demonstrators; the protests are linked to a deadly train station roof collapse in Novi Sad, raising questions about corruption and Chinese construction companies.
Belgrade Protest: Train Station Collapse Fuels Anti-Government Demonstrations
Tens of thousands protested in Belgrade against state broadcaster RTS after a student was severely injured when a car plowed into demonstrators; the protests are linked to a deadly train station roof collapse in Novi Sad, raising questions about corruption and Chinese construction companies.
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44% Bias Score
Spanish Judge Disregards Journalist Testimony in Attorney General Secrecy Case
A Spanish judge investigating Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz for secrecy violations discounted journalist testimonies that they accessed a key email before him, despite evidence suggesting otherwise and the admission by Miguel Ángel Rodríguez of aiding in the email's distribution, leading to t...
Spanish Judge Disregards Journalist Testimony in Attorney General Secrecy Case
A Spanish judge investigating Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz for secrecy violations discounted journalist testimonies that they accessed a key email before him, despite evidence suggesting otherwise and the admission by Miguel Ángel Rodríguez of aiding in the email's distribution, leading to t...
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40% Bias Score
Russia Designates Media Outlets as Terrorist Organizations
Russia's FSB has labeled Komi Daily and Asians of Russia as terrorist organizations for alleged ties to the Free Nations of Post-Russia Forum, a group advocating the dissolution of the Russian Federation into 41 autonomous states; this is the first time such a designation has been applied to media o...
Russia Designates Media Outlets as Terrorist Organizations
Russia's FSB has labeled Komi Daily and Asians of Russia as terrorist organizations for alleged ties to the Free Nations of Post-Russia Forum, a group advocating the dissolution of the Russian Federation into 41 autonomous states; this is the first time such a designation has been applied to media o...
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40% Bias Score
Washington Post Suppresses Cartoon, Exposing Self-Censorship in the Age of Billionaire Media
Ann Telnaes' cartoon depicting billionaires supporting Donald Trump was rejected by The Washington Post's opinion section due to concerns about potential legal action and self-censorship, highlighting the influence of powerful figures and the fragility of free speech in the digital age.
Washington Post Suppresses Cartoon, Exposing Self-Censorship in the Age of Billionaire Media
Ann Telnaes' cartoon depicting billionaires supporting Donald Trump was rejected by The Washington Post's opinion section due to concerns about potential legal action and self-censorship, highlighting the influence of powerful figures and the fragility of free speech in the digital age.
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56% Bias Score