Netherlands Debates Fireworks Ban After New Year's Eve Violence
In the aftermath of New Year's Eve violence in the Netherlands, which saw 8292 aggressive incidents, two deaths, and 1100 injuries, the ruling VVD party is debating a potential fireworks ban, facing opposition from coalition partners and internal divisions, despite a petition by prominent VVD member...
Netherlands Debates Fireworks Ban After New Year's Eve Violence
In the aftermath of New Year's Eve violence in the Netherlands, which saw 8292 aggressive incidents, two deaths, and 1100 injuries, the ruling VVD party is debating a potential fireworks ban, facing opposition from coalition partners and internal divisions, despite a petition by prominent VVD member...
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First World Schafkopf Day Promotes Traditional Bavarian Card Game
The first World Schafkopf Day, held on January 29th, 2023, in Münchberg, Bavaria, aims to promote the traditional Bavarian card game, supported by various organizations, including the Bavarian Philologists' Association, which highlights its educational value.
First World Schafkopf Day Promotes Traditional Bavarian Card Game
The first World Schafkopf Day, held on January 29th, 2023, in Münchberg, Bavaria, aims to promote the traditional Bavarian card game, supported by various organizations, including the Bavarian Philologists' Association, which highlights its educational value.
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32% Bias Score
Times Square Ball Drop: From Fireworks to LEDs
The Times Square New Year's Eve ball drop, first held in 1904, originated from a need to replace banned fireworks, evolving from a simple iron and wood structure with light bulbs to today's sophisticated LED display, and symbolizing collective ritual and personal reflection.
Times Square Ball Drop: From Fireworks to LEDs
The Times Square New Year's Eve ball drop, first held in 1904, originated from a need to replace banned fireworks, evolving from a simple iron and wood structure with light bulbs to today's sophisticated LED display, and symbolizing collective ritual and personal reflection.
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UNESCO Recognizes Centuries-Old Ciise Customary Law
UNESCO officially recognized the centuries-old Ciise customary law, practiced by the Ciise community in Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Somalia, for its role in unifying communities, preserving culture, and promoting justice, after a youth committee worked for two years to achieve this recognition.
UNESCO Recognizes Centuries-Old Ciise Customary Law
UNESCO officially recognized the centuries-old Ciise customary law, practiced by the Ciise community in Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Somalia, for its role in unifying communities, preserving culture, and promoting justice, after a youth committee worked for two years to achieve this recognition.
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48% Bias Score
KNSB Launches Initiative to Save Dutch Natural Ice Skating
Facing climate change and bureaucratic challenges, the KNSB launched "Club van Natuurijs" to support 400 Dutch natural ice skating clubs, aiming to preserve this cultural tradition.
KNSB Launches Initiative to Save Dutch Natural Ice Skating
Facing climate change and bureaucratic challenges, the KNSB launched "Club van Natuurijs" to support 400 Dutch natural ice skating clubs, aiming to preserve this cultural tradition.
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48% Bias Score
Borkum's Klaasohm Festival Ends Violent Tradition Amidst Police Investigation
The annual Klaasohm festival on Borkum island, Germany, traditionally involved men hitting women with cow horns, but following public outrage and media coverage, organizers have pledged to end this violent practice, leading to a police investigation into past events and potential legal consequences.
Borkum's Klaasohm Festival Ends Violent Tradition Amidst Police Investigation
The annual Klaasohm festival on Borkum island, Germany, traditionally involved men hitting women with cow horns, but following public outrage and media coverage, organizers have pledged to end this violent practice, leading to a police investigation into past events and potential legal consequences.
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60% Bias Score
Earlier San Isidro Bullfighting Festival Poster Announcement Sparks Controversy
The 2025 San Isidro bullfighting festival's poster presentation will be held on February 6th in Madrid, a change that has sparked controversy due to its earlier date and perceived lack of recognition for bullfighters' merit in prior events; this reflects a business-oriented approach by the organizer...
Earlier San Isidro Bullfighting Festival Poster Announcement Sparks Controversy
The 2025 San Isidro bullfighting festival's poster presentation will be held on February 6th in Madrid, a change that has sparked controversy due to its earlier date and perceived lack of recognition for bullfighters' merit in prior events; this reflects a business-oriented approach by the organizer...
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52% Bias Score
Revival of Ancient Jewish Women's Holiday "Eid Al-Banat" in Israel
Eid Al-Banat," an ancient Jewish women's holiday celebrated on the first day of Tevet, is experiencing a revival in Israel, with government support and public events highlighting women's historical and contemporary contributions.
Revival of Ancient Jewish Women's Holiday "Eid Al-Banat" in Israel
Eid Al-Banat," an ancient Jewish women's holiday celebrated on the first day of Tevet, is experiencing a revival in Israel, with government support and public events highlighting women's historical and contemporary contributions.
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12% Bias Score
Spain's €2.71 Billion Christmas Lottery: El Gordo Winner and Widespread Celebrations
Spain's 2023 Christmas lottery, a 200-year-old tradition, awarded €2.71 billion in prizes, with the top prize, El Gordo, going to Logroño; however, a significant portion went to a Madrid basketball club, highlighting the collective nature of ticket purchases.
Spain's €2.71 Billion Christmas Lottery: El Gordo Winner and Widespread Celebrations
Spain's 2023 Christmas lottery, a 200-year-old tradition, awarded €2.71 billion in prizes, with the top prize, El Gordo, going to Logroño; however, a significant portion went to a Madrid basketball club, highlighting the collective nature of ticket purchases.
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German Island Tradition Sparks Outrage Over Violence Against Women
The annual Klaasohm celebration on Borkum Island, Germany, where men in costume chase and spank women with cow horns, sparked outrage after an NDR report showed women being injured and humiliated, leading to public condemnation and a pledge by organizers to modify the tradition.
German Island Tradition Sparks Outrage Over Violence Against Women
The annual Klaasohm celebration on Borkum Island, Germany, where men in costume chase and spank women with cow horns, sparked outrage after an NDR report showed women being injured and humiliated, leading to public condemnation and a pledge by organizers to modify the tradition.
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60% Bias Score
Peaceful Klaasohm Celebration on Borkum Island After Violence Concerns
The Klaasohm celebration on Borkum island, previously marred by violence against women, remained peaceful this year, with no reported assaults linked to the event; 500-600 people attended, and police reported only unrelated incidents of vandalism and aggravated assault.
Peaceful Klaasohm Celebration on Borkum Island After Violence Concerns
The Klaasohm celebration on Borkum island, previously marred by violence against women, remained peaceful this year, with no reported assaults linked to the event; 500-600 people attended, and police reported only unrelated incidents of vandalism and aggravated assault.
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44% Bias Score
Borkum Island Bans Violent Tradition at Klaasohm Festival
The Klaasohm festival on Borkum Island, Germany, will eliminate the tradition of beating women with cow horns following a report detailing violent assaults; organizers are implementing a safety plan, and police presence will be increased.
Borkum Island Bans Violent Tradition at Klaasohm Festival
The Klaasohm festival on Borkum Island, Germany, will eliminate the tradition of beating women with cow horns following a report detailing violent assaults; organizers are implementing a safety plan, and police presence will be increased.
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44% Bias Score