FAA Investigating Near-Midair Collision at Phoenix Airport
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a near-midair collision between a Delta and a United flight at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Saturday; the planes came within 1,217 feet of each other, prompting an investigation into air traffic control and pilot procedures.
FAA Investigating Near-Midair Collision at Phoenix Airport
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a near-midair collision between a Delta and a United flight at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Saturday; the planes came within 1,217 feet of each other, prompting an investigation into air traffic control and pilot procedures.
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12% Bias Score
Heathrow's Record Passenger Numbers Clash with Europe's Climate Goals
Heathrow Airport reported a record 83.9 million passengers in 2024, a 4.7 million increase from 2023, exceeding the previous record set in 2019; however, this growth conflicts with environmental concerns regarding increased carbon emissions projected to more than double by 2050.
Heathrow's Record Passenger Numbers Clash with Europe's Climate Goals
Heathrow Airport reported a record 83.9 million passengers in 2024, a 4.7 million increase from 2023, exceeding the previous record set in 2019; however, this growth conflicts with environmental concerns regarding increased carbon emissions projected to more than double by 2050.
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36% Bias Score
Seaplane Crash near Rottnest Island: Three Dead, Four Survive
A seaplane crashed near Rottnest Island, Australia, on Tuesday, killing three passengers—a Perth pilot, a Swiss woman, and a Danish man—while four others survived, crediting the pilot's instructions on emergency exits for their survival; an investigation is underway.
Seaplane Crash near Rottnest Island: Three Dead, Four Survive
A seaplane crashed near Rottnest Island, Australia, on Tuesday, killing three passengers—a Perth pilot, a Swiss woman, and a Danish man—while four others survived, crediting the pilot's instructions on emergency exits for their survival; an investigation is underway.
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28% Bias Score
Ryanair Sues Passenger, Calls for EU Airport Alcohol Limits After Flight Diversion
Ryanair is suing a passenger for over $15,000 following an April 2024 flight diversion caused by disruptive behavior, prompting the airline to call for European Union action limiting airport alcohol sales due to a recent increase in unruly passenger incidents.
Ryanair Sues Passenger, Calls for EU Airport Alcohol Limits After Flight Diversion
Ryanair is suing a passenger for over $15,000 following an April 2024 flight diversion caused by disruptive behavior, prompting the airline to call for European Union action limiting airport alcohol sales due to a recent increase in unruly passenger incidents.
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40% Bias Score
BVG to pursue autonomous vehicles by 2027 despite operational challenges
The Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) plans to achieve regulatory approval for autonomous vehicles by 2027, despite current operational difficulties, through a joint project with Hamburger Hochbahn and federal funding, aiming to fundamentally change urban mobility.
BVG to pursue autonomous vehicles by 2027 despite operational challenges
The Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) plans to achieve regulatory approval for autonomous vehicles by 2027, despite current operational difficulties, through a joint project with Hamburger Hochbahn and federal funding, aiming to fundamentally change urban mobility.
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48% Bias Score
German Tourism Defies Recession with Record Overnight Stays in 2024
Despite Germany's economic recession, the tourism sector flourished in 2024, with 465.3 million overnight stays (January-November), exceeding 2023 figures by 1.8% and slightly surpassing pre-pandemic levels, due to both domestic (+1.1%) and international tourism (+5.4%) growth.
German Tourism Defies Recession with Record Overnight Stays in 2024
Despite Germany's economic recession, the tourism sector flourished in 2024, with 465.3 million overnight stays (January-November), exceeding 2023 figures by 1.8% and slightly surpassing pre-pandemic levels, due to both domestic (+1.1%) and international tourism (+5.4%) growth.
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24% Bias Score
Record 9 Billion Trips Expected During China's 2025 Chunyun
China's 40-day Chunyun travel rush, starting February 4th, 2025, is expected to see a record 9 billion trips, driven by increased transportation capacity and strong consumer spending, impacting various economic sectors.
Record 9 Billion Trips Expected During China's 2025 Chunyun
China's 40-day Chunyun travel rush, starting February 4th, 2025, is expected to see a record 9 billion trips, driven by increased transportation capacity and strong consumer spending, impacting various economic sectors.
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40% Bias Score
Catalan Government Begins Rodalies R1 Line Transfer
The Catalan government initiated the transfer of the R1 Rodalies train line, starting the process for a full transfer agreed upon between the PSOE and ERC parties in November 2023, with the aim of the Generalitat assuming full ownership by the first quarter of 2024.
Catalan Government Begins Rodalies R1 Line Transfer
The Catalan government initiated the transfer of the R1 Rodalies train line, starting the process for a full transfer agreed upon between the PSOE and ERC parties in November 2023, with the aim of the Generalitat assuming full ownership by the first quarter of 2024.
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36% Bias Score
Southeastern Europe Hit by Severe Storm, Causing Widespread Disruptions
Heavy snow and strong winds caused by a severe storm system disrupted transport and led to school closures across southeastern Europe, affecting countries like Albania, Bulgaria, and North Macedonia, with the Predel Pass in Bulgaria experiencing accidents due to heavy snowfall, aligning with the EEA...
Southeastern Europe Hit by Severe Storm, Causing Widespread Disruptions
Heavy snow and strong winds caused by a severe storm system disrupted transport and led to school closures across southeastern Europe, affecting countries like Albania, Bulgaria, and North Macedonia, with the Predel Pass in Bulgaria experiencing accidents due to heavy snowfall, aligning with the EEA...
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32% Bias Score
Zermatt's Zero-Emission Transportation System: High Costs, High Environmental Benefits
Zermatt, a Swiss village, banned combustion engine vehicles in the 1980s, replacing them with 500 standardized electric mini-buses costing around CHF 150,000 each, prioritizing environmental sustainability despite high costs; visitors must park in Tasch and take a train.
Zermatt's Zero-Emission Transportation System: High Costs, High Environmental Benefits
Zermatt, a Swiss village, banned combustion engine vehicles in the 1980s, replacing them with 500 standardized electric mini-buses costing around CHF 150,000 each, prioritizing environmental sustainability despite high costs; visitors must park in Tasch and take a train.
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48% Bias Score
Southern Africa Expedition: Culture, Nature, and Wildlife"
From May 8th to 19th, a guided tour of Southern Africa led by Álvaro Planchuelo will explore Cape Town's diverse landscapes, Victoria Falls, and wildlife in Kruger and Chobe National Parks, offering unique cultural and natural experiences.
Southern Africa Expedition: Culture, Nature, and Wildlife"
From May 8th to 19th, a guided tour of Southern Africa led by Álvaro Planchuelo will explore Cape Town's diverse landscapes, Victoria Falls, and wildlife in Kruger and Chobe National Parks, offering unique cultural and natural experiences.
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32% Bias Score
Virgin Group Challenges Eurostar's Channel Tunnel Monopoly with £500 Million Train Order
Virgin Group plans to order 12 high-speed trains costing around £500 million to challenge Eurostar's monopoly on Channel Tunnel rail services, potentially creating more competition and benefits for passengers.
Virgin Group Challenges Eurostar's Channel Tunnel Monopoly with £500 Million Train Order
Virgin Group plans to order 12 high-speed trains costing around £500 million to challenge Eurostar's monopoly on Channel Tunnel rail services, potentially creating more competition and benefits for passengers.
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48% Bias Score