Dutch MP's Cake Delivery Highlights Inter-Party Dynamics
On Tuesday, ChristenUnie MP Pieter Grinwis delivered cream cakes to other parties in the Dutch parliament to celebrate his party's 25th anniversary, resulting in varied reactions, from enthusiastic celebrations to initial refusals based on dietary restrictions, ultimately fostering positive inter-pa...
Dutch MP's Cake Delivery Highlights Inter-Party Dynamics
On Tuesday, ChristenUnie MP Pieter Grinwis delivered cream cakes to other parties in the Dutch parliament to celebrate his party's 25th anniversary, resulting in varied reactions, from enthusiastic celebrations to initial refusals based on dietary restrictions, ultimately fostering positive inter-pa...
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36% Bias Score
Greece's Prime Minister Proposes Six-Year Non-Renewable Presidential Term
Following the non-reelection of the Greek President, the Prime Minister proposed a six-year non-renewable term, sparking debate about constitutional revision and revealing a preference for a weaker presidency to ensure the ruling party's unimpeded governance.
Greece's Prime Minister Proposes Six-Year Non-Renewable Presidential Term
Following the non-reelection of the Greek President, the Prime Minister proposed a six-year non-renewable term, sparking debate about constitutional revision and revealing a preference for a weaker presidency to ensure the ruling party's unimpeded governance.
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40% Bias Score
Proposal to Cap Motions in Dutch Parliament Faces Constitutional and Practical Obstacles
The number of motions submitted to the Dutch House of Representatives has risen sharply, prompting CDA leader Henri Bontenbal to propose a cap to reduce what he sees as an ineffective use of motions, but this faces legal and practical challenges.
Proposal to Cap Motions in Dutch Parliament Faces Constitutional and Practical Obstacles
The number of motions submitted to the Dutch House of Representatives has risen sharply, prompting CDA leader Henri Bontenbal to propose a cap to reduce what he sees as an ineffective use of motions, but this faces legal and practical challenges.
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44% Bias Score
WWII MP Deaths Commemorated on 80th Anniversary
The Speaker of the Commons will commemorate 24 MPs who died during WWII on the Order Paper, highlighting the sacrifices made during the war and marking its 80th anniversary. The event includes the memorializing of one MP who perished in a train crash, and another lost at sea.
WWII MP Deaths Commemorated on 80th Anniversary
The Speaker of the Commons will commemorate 24 MPs who died during WWII on the Order Paper, highlighting the sacrifices made during the war and marking its 80th anniversary. The event includes the memorializing of one MP who perished in a train crash, and another lost at sea.
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64% Bias Score
Kassélakis' Movement for Democracy Faces Challenges Forming Parliamentary Group
Seventy days after its founding, Stephanos Kassélakis' Movement for Democracy lacks a full parliamentary group, facing challenges in attracting independent MPs from SYRIZA, whose decisions may be influenced by the upcoming presidential election. Five MPs support Kassélakis, and four more are needed.
Kassélakis' Movement for Democracy Faces Challenges Forming Parliamentary Group
Seventy days after its founding, Stephanos Kassélakis' Movement for Democracy lacks a full parliamentary group, facing challenges in attracting independent MPs from SYRIZA, whose decisions may be influenced by the upcoming presidential election. Five MPs support Kassélakis, and four more are needed.
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48% Bias Score
Turkish Parliament Debate Highlights Deep Divisions Over Kurdish Conflict
In Turkey's parliament, a heated debate unfolded between the İYİ and DEM parties over the government's handling of the Kurdish conflict and the implications of ongoing violence; İYİ Party criticized the DEM Party's apparent reliance on imprisoned PKK leader Öcalan's statements, while the DEM Party a...
Turkish Parliament Debate Highlights Deep Divisions Over Kurdish Conflict
In Turkey's parliament, a heated debate unfolded between the İYİ and DEM parties over the government's handling of the Kurdish conflict and the implications of ongoing violence; İYİ Party criticized the DEM Party's apparent reliance on imprisoned PKK leader Öcalan's statements, while the DEM Party a...
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60% Bias Score
Thuringian Parliament to Establish Three Investigative Committees, Facing Potential Multi-Million Euro Costs
The Thuringian state parliament plans to form three investigative committees, potentially costing millions of euros, focusing on the Corona pandemic and allegations against the constitutional protection president. Previous committees totaled \~€5.5 million.
Thuringian Parliament to Establish Three Investigative Committees, Facing Potential Multi-Million Euro Costs
The Thuringian state parliament plans to form three investigative committees, potentially costing millions of euros, focusing on the Corona pandemic and allegations against the constitutional protection president. Previous committees totaled \~€5.5 million.
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48% Bias Score
Greek Parliament to Elect New President Tomorrow
Tomorrow at 11:00 AM, the Greek Parliament will hold its first of up to five votes to elect a new President, replacing Katerina Sakellaropoulou whose term ends March 13, 2025; four candidates have been nominated.
Greek Parliament to Elect New President Tomorrow
Tomorrow at 11:00 AM, the Greek Parliament will hold its first of up to five votes to elect a new President, replacing Katerina Sakellaropoulou whose term ends March 13, 2025; four candidates have been nominated.
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16% Bias Score
French 2025 Budget Faces Renewed Parliamentary Scrutiny
The French Senate resumes debate on the 2025 budget bill this week, following its suspension in December. A final vote is scheduled for January 23rd, with the possibility of a joint committee to resolve differences with the National Assembly. The social security budget, containing contentious provis...
French 2025 Budget Faces Renewed Parliamentary Scrutiny
The French Senate resumes debate on the 2025 budget bill this week, following its suspension in December. A final vote is scheduled for January 23rd, with the possibility of a joint committee to resolve differences with the National Assembly. The social security budget, containing contentious provis...
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36% Bias Score
MP Investigated for Alleged Drink Spiking in House of Commons Bar
A parliamentary researcher reported to the Metropolitan Police on January 7th that her drink was allegedly spiked with a date-rape drug by an unidentified MP at the Strangers' Bar in the House of Commons, prompting a review of security and safety arrangements and the bar's temporary closure.
MP Investigated for Alleged Drink Spiking in House of Commons Bar
A parliamentary researcher reported to the Metropolitan Police on January 7th that her drink was allegedly spiked with a date-rape drug by an unidentified MP at the Strangers' Bar in the House of Commons, prompting a review of security and safety arrangements and the bar's temporary closure.
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48% Bias Score
Trudeau Prorogues Parliament, Setting Stage for Spring Election
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau prorogued Parliament until March 24th to allow the Liberal Party to choose a new leader, setting the stage for a likely spring election following a near-certain confidence vote defeat in late March by opposition parties.
Trudeau Prorogues Parliament, Setting Stage for Spring Election
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau prorogued Parliament until March 24th to allow the Liberal Party to choose a new leader, setting the stage for a likely spring election following a near-certain confidence vote defeat in late March by opposition parties.
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44% Bias Score
Greece Repatriates 33 Citizens from Syria
On December 30, 2024, Greece repatriated 33 citizens and their families from Syria following a coordinated effort by Greek embassies in Damascus and Beirut, demonstrating commitment to citizen safety in conflict zones.
Greece Repatriates 33 Citizens from Syria
On December 30, 2024, Greece repatriated 33 citizens and their families from Syria following a coordinated effort by Greek embassies in Damascus and Beirut, demonstrating commitment to citizen safety in conflict zones.
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24% Bias Score