Ukraine Restores State Registers After Major Cyberattack
Following a large-scale cyberattack in December 2023 that temporarily disrupted Ukraine's state registers, the government announced on January 20th the full restoration of these systems, with no data loss reported; the head of National Information Systems was dismissed, and a new cybersecurity bill ...
Ukraine Restores State Registers After Major Cyberattack
Following a large-scale cyberattack in December 2023 that temporarily disrupted Ukraine's state registers, the government announced on January 20th the full restoration of these systems, with no data loss reported; the head of National Information Systems was dismissed, and a new cybersecurity bill ...
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40% Bias Score
Over 210 Ukrainian Soldiers Killed in Kursk Region; Civilian Killings Investigated
Russian forces in the Kursk region eliminated over 210 Ukrainian soldiers and five armored vehicles in the past 24 hours, using Lancet loitering munitions to destroy a US-made Paladin howitzer and capturing Ukrainian drones for reuse. This follows the discovery of at least seven civilians killed in ...
Over 210 Ukrainian Soldiers Killed in Kursk Region; Civilian Killings Investigated
Russian forces in the Kursk region eliminated over 210 Ukrainian soldiers and five armored vehicles in the past 24 hours, using Lancet loitering munitions to destroy a US-made Paladin howitzer and capturing Ukrainian drones for reuse. This follows the discovery of at least seven civilians killed in ...
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60% Bias Score
Slovakia Threatens to Block EU Aid to Ukraine Over Gas Transit Dispute
Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico threatened to cut aid to Ukraine and use his veto power in the EU if Ukraine does not resume Russian gas transit by January 1, 2025, due to claimed economic losses, a move seen by experts as politically motivated.
Slovakia Threatens to Block EU Aid to Ukraine Over Gas Transit Dispute
Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico threatened to cut aid to Ukraine and use his veto power in the EU if Ukraine does not resume Russian gas transit by January 1, 2025, due to claimed economic losses, a move seen by experts as politically motivated.
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36% Bias Score
Unpaid Utilities in Russia: Penalties, Service Cutoffs, and Potential Evictions
In Russia, overdue utility bills result in penalties from day 31, service cutoffs after two months (except heating/water), and potential court actions leading to asset seizure, travel bans (over 30,000 rubles debt), and eviction for social housing tenants after six months of unpaid bills.
Unpaid Utilities in Russia: Penalties, Service Cutoffs, and Potential Evictions
In Russia, overdue utility bills result in penalties from day 31, service cutoffs after two months (except heating/water), and potential court actions leading to asset seizure, travel bans (over 30,000 rubles debt), and eviction for social housing tenants after six months of unpaid bills.
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32% Bias Score
St. Petersburg Court Denies House Arrest in Fatal Obvodny Canal Accident
A St. Petersburg court ruled against placing 37-year-old Skoda driver Mr. Morozov under house arrest following a fatal accident on January 20th, where his vehicle collided with a Mercedes that subsequently plunged into the Obvodny Canal, killing a mother and daughter; Mr. Morozov is charged with tra...
St. Petersburg Court Denies House Arrest in Fatal Obvodny Canal Accident
A St. Petersburg court ruled against placing 37-year-old Skoda driver Mr. Morozov under house arrest following a fatal accident on January 20th, where his vehicle collided with a Mercedes that subsequently plunged into the Obvodny Canal, killing a mother and daughter; Mr. Morozov is charged with tra...
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48% Bias Score
Ukraine Flatters Trump to Secure US Support Amid War With Russia
Facing a difficult war against Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has been actively flattering US President-elect Donald Trump to secure continued American support, employing tactics similar to those used by China and the UK during Trump's previous term.
Ukraine Flatters Trump to Secure US Support Amid War With Russia
Facing a difficult war against Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has been actively flattering US President-elect Donald Trump to secure continued American support, employing tactics similar to those used by China and the UK during Trump's previous term.
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44% Bias Score
Drones Prove Decisive in Russian Military Operations
In the ongoing conflict, Russian forces effectively utilize Orlan-10 reconnaissance drones to locate and relay coordinates of enemy targets, such as a recently destroyed Italian-made 105mm Melara Mod 56 howitzer, to Lancet loitering munitions, demonstrating the decisive impact of drone technology on...
Drones Prove Decisive in Russian Military Operations
In the ongoing conflict, Russian forces effectively utilize Orlan-10 reconnaissance drones to locate and relay coordinates of enemy targets, such as a recently destroyed Italian-made 105mm Melara Mod 56 howitzer, to Lancet loitering munitions, demonstrating the decisive impact of drone technology on...
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52% Bias Score
Russia's Grip on Belarus Tightens Ahead of January Election
Belarus's upcoming January presidential election, widely anticipated to result in another term for Alexander Lukashenko due to Russia's strong backing and suppression of dissent, showcases the Kremlin's firm grip on the country's political landscape, leaving Belarus' democratic future uncertain.
Russia's Grip on Belarus Tightens Ahead of January Election
Belarus's upcoming January presidential election, widely anticipated to result in another term for Alexander Lukashenko due to Russia's strong backing and suppression of dissent, showcases the Kremlin's firm grip on the country's political landscape, leaving Belarus' democratic future uncertain.
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40% Bias Score
Sharp Rise in Russian Utility Bills Amidst Labor Shortages and Funding Policies
Unexpectedly high January utility bills in several Russian regions, increasing by 800-2100 rubles in some cases, are attributed to extended billing cycles and retroactive adjustments, but also reflect rising labor costs and regional funding policies; increased late payment penalties add to financial...
Sharp Rise in Russian Utility Bills Amidst Labor Shortages and Funding Policies
Unexpectedly high January utility bills in several Russian regions, increasing by 800-2100 rubles in some cases, are attributed to extended billing cycles and retroactive adjustments, but also reflect rising labor costs and regional funding policies; increased late payment penalties add to financial...
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44% Bias Score
German Greens Shift to "Relative Pacifism", Propose Major Military Budget Increase
Facing rising geopolitical tensions and Russia's military buildup, Germany's Green party, historically pacifist, proposes a 3.5% GDP increase for military spending, shifting towards a "relative pacifism" prioritizing defensive capabilities and de-escalation strategies.
German Greens Shift to "Relative Pacifism", Propose Major Military Budget Increase
Facing rising geopolitical tensions and Russia's military buildup, Germany's Green party, historically pacifist, proposes a 3.5% GDP increase for military spending, shifting towards a "relative pacifism" prioritizing defensive capabilities and de-escalation strategies.
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64% Bias Score
Krasnodar Krai Utility Rates: Decreases in January, Increases Planned for July 2025
Krasnodar Krai utility rates saw decreases in some areas on January 1, 2025 (water in Korenovsky, Kurganinsky, Novokubansky districts; heating in Dinsky district and Krasnodar's Lyubimovo), while a 12% average increase, plus a possible additional 4.8% regional variation, is planned for July 1, 2025,...
Krasnodar Krai Utility Rates: Decreases in January, Increases Planned for July 2025
Krasnodar Krai utility rates saw decreases in some areas on January 1, 2025 (water in Korenovsky, Kurganinsky, Novokubansky districts; heating in Dinsky district and Krasnodar's Lyubimovo), while a 12% average increase, plus a possible additional 4.8% regional variation, is planned for July 1, 2025,...
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36% Bias Score
Russia Expands Energy Ties with Vietnam and Iran
Russia is expanding energy cooperation with Vietnam and Iran, supplying oil and LNG to Vietnam and planning the construction of more nuclear plants in Iran, reflecting a shift in global energy dynamics and strengthening Russia's geopolitical standing.
Russia Expands Energy Ties with Vietnam and Iran
Russia is expanding energy cooperation with Vietnam and Iran, supplying oil and LNG to Vietnam and planning the construction of more nuclear plants in Iran, reflecting a shift in global energy dynamics and strengthening Russia's geopolitical standing.
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60% Bias Score