FIFA Awards 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia Amid Human Rights Concerns
FIFA awarded Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup despite widespread concerns about human rights, prompting the UN to pledge efforts to ensure migrant worker standards are respected, although not directly engaging with FIFA.
FIFA Awards 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia Amid Human Rights Concerns
FIFA awarded Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup despite widespread concerns about human rights, prompting the UN to pledge efforts to ensure migrant worker standards are respected, although not directly engaging with FIFA.
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52% Bias Score
Starmer seeks Gulf investment amid human rights concerns
Keir Starmer will visit Saudi Arabia and the UAE this week to attract investment for UK infrastructure, aiming to secure a free trade deal with six Gulf nations, despite human rights concerns and criticism of the Saudi Arabian government's human rights record.
Starmer seeks Gulf investment amid human rights concerns
Keir Starmer will visit Saudi Arabia and the UAE this week to attract investment for UK infrastructure, aiming to secure a free trade deal with six Gulf nations, despite human rights concerns and criticism of the Saudi Arabian government's human rights record.
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44% Bias Score
OPEC+ Limits Oil Production Until 2024
OPEC+ will maintain voluntary oil production limits until April 2024, then gradually increase to normal levels by September 2024, aiming to keep prices around \$70 per barrel of Brent crude, despite decreasing global demand and increasing US production.
OPEC+ Limits Oil Production Until 2024
OPEC+ will maintain voluntary oil production limits until April 2024, then gradually increase to normal levels by September 2024, aiming to keep prices around \$70 per barrel of Brent crude, despite decreasing global demand and increasing US production.
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36% Bias Score
Saudi University Ranking Scheme Exposed: 76% Drop in Highly Cited Scientists
An investigation revealed a scheme where Saudi universities paid foreign scientists to falsely claim affiliation, inflating their rankings; this led to a 76% drop in highly cited scientists linked to Saudi institutions since April 2023, exposing vulnerabilities in academic ranking systems and impact...
Saudi University Ranking Scheme Exposed: 76% Drop in Highly Cited Scientists
An investigation revealed a scheme where Saudi universities paid foreign scientists to falsely claim affiliation, inflating their rankings; this led to a 76% drop in highly cited scientists linked to Saudi institutions since April 2023, exposing vulnerabilities in academic ranking systems and impact...
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52% Bias Score
Macron Cuts Short Saudi Visit Amidst Impending French Government Collapse
During a state visit to Saudi Arabia, French President Macron visited the Al-Ula oasis, a $20 billion tourism project co-piloted by France, before returning early to Paris to face a likely no-confidence vote against Michel Barnier's government.
Macron Cuts Short Saudi Visit Amidst Impending French Government Collapse
During a state visit to Saudi Arabia, French President Macron visited the Al-Ula oasis, a $20 billion tourism project co-piloted by France, before returning early to Paris to face a likely no-confidence vote against Michel Barnier's government.
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48% Bias Score
Saudi Funding for Centre Pompidou Renovation Raises Human Rights Concerns
Saudi Arabia will donate €50 million to the Centre Pompidou's renovation in Paris in exchange for French cultural cooperation agreements, raising ethical concerns given the kingdom's human rights record and record-high executions this year.
Saudi Funding for Centre Pompidou Renovation Raises Human Rights Concerns
Saudi Arabia will donate €50 million to the Centre Pompidou's renovation in Paris in exchange for French cultural cooperation agreements, raising ethical concerns given the kingdom's human rights record and record-high executions this year.
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52% Bias Score
FIFA to Award 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia Amid Human Rights Concerns
Two days before the FIFA's official confirmation of Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 World Cup, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights pledged support for upholding migrant worker standards during preparations, amid concerns echoing the 2022 Qatar World Cup controversies and despite Saudi Ara...
FIFA to Award 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia Amid Human Rights Concerns
Two days before the FIFA's official confirmation of Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 World Cup, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights pledged support for upholding migrant worker standards during preparations, amid concerns echoing the 2022 Qatar World Cup controversies and despite Saudi Ara...
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40% Bias Score
Starmer Visits Gulf to Boost Trade, Address Regional Stability
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting the UAE and Saudi Arabia to boost trade ties worth £40 billion, strengthen defense partnerships, and address regional stability concerns, including the Gaza conflict, while facing criticism over human rights issues.
Starmer Visits Gulf to Boost Trade, Address Regional Stability
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting the UAE and Saudi Arabia to boost trade ties worth £40 billion, strengthen defense partnerships, and address regional stability concerns, including the Gaza conflict, while facing criticism over human rights issues.
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36% Bias Score
OPEC+ Postpones Oil Production Increase Amid Weak Demand
Eight OPEC+ members delayed planned oil production increases until April 1, 2025, due to weaker-than-expected demand and increased production from non-member countries, potentially keeping oil prices stagnant and benefiting consumers with lower gas prices.
OPEC+ Postpones Oil Production Increase Amid Weak Demand
Eight OPEC+ members delayed planned oil production increases until April 1, 2025, due to weaker-than-expected demand and increased production from non-member countries, potentially keeping oil prices stagnant and benefiting consumers with lower gas prices.
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36% Bias Score
Macron in Saudi Arabia as French Government Collapses
On December 4th, 2023, French President Emmanuel Macron concluded a state visit to Saudi Arabia while a motion of no confidence toppled Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government in France, marking an unprecedented event in the Fifth Republic.
Macron in Saudi Arabia as French Government Collapses
On December 4th, 2023, French President Emmanuel Macron concluded a state visit to Saudi Arabia while a motion of no confidence toppled Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government in France, marking an unprecedented event in the Fifth Republic.
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56% Bias Score
Saudi Arabia's 2024 Executions Surpass 300, Defying International Pressure
Saudi Arabia's executions in 2024 exceeded 300, a sharp rise from previous years, placing it among the world's top executioners despite international condemnation and its claims to limit capital punishment to major crimes; over 100 of those executed were foreign nationals.
Saudi Arabia's 2024 Executions Surpass 300, Defying International Pressure
Saudi Arabia's executions in 2024 exceeded 300, a sharp rise from previous years, placing it among the world's top executioners despite international condemnation and its claims to limit capital punishment to major crimes; over 100 of those executed were foreign nationals.
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56% Bias Score
Drone Captures Stunning Saudi Wedding
A Saudi photographer's stunning drone shots of a wedding celebration in Rafha Governorate go viral, showcasing Saudi traditions and hospitality.
Drone Captures Stunning Saudi Wedding
A Saudi photographer's stunning drone shots of a wedding celebration in Rafha Governorate go viral, showcasing Saudi traditions and hospitality.
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20% Bias Score