Biden Administration Withdraws Ship Speed Rule, Jeopardizing Endangered Whales
The Biden administration withdrew a proposal to slow ships in East Coast waters to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale, citing insufficient time to finalize the rule before the end of the administration; this decision leaves the critically endangered whale population, numbering less th...
Biden Administration Withdraws Ship Speed Rule, Jeopardizing Endangered Whales
The Biden administration withdrew a proposal to slow ships in East Coast waters to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale, citing insufficient time to finalize the rule before the end of the administration; this decision leaves the critically endangered whale population, numbering less th...
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48% Bias Score
South Dakota Tribe Lifts Banishment, Endorses Noem for DHS
The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe in South Dakota lifted its banishment of Governor Kristi Noem on Wednesday, endorsing her nomination for Secretary of Homeland Security, days before her Senate confirmation hearing; the decision follows Noem's apologies for previous controversial remarks.
South Dakota Tribe Lifts Banishment, Endorses Noem for DHS
The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe in South Dakota lifted its banishment of Governor Kristi Noem on Wednesday, endorsing her nomination for Secretary of Homeland Security, days before her Senate confirmation hearing; the decision follows Noem's apologies for previous controversial remarks.
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40% Bias Score
Rubio Advocates for Less Interventionist US Foreign Policy
Marco Rubio, Trump's Secretary of State nominee, testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, advocating for a less interventionist US foreign policy focused on national interests, suggesting concessions from both Russia and Ukraine to end the conflict, and a firmer stance against China'...
Rubio Advocates for Less Interventionist US Foreign Policy
Marco Rubio, Trump's Secretary of State nominee, testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, advocating for a less interventionist US foreign policy focused on national interests, suggesting concessions from both Russia and Ukraine to end the conflict, and a firmer stance against China'...
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56% Bias Score
Iran and Russia Finalize Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Deal
Iran and Russia will sign a comprehensive strategic partnership deal on Friday, focusing on accelerating economic cooperation, as confirmed by Iranian state media and Russian officials; this builds on their decades-long relationship and shared geopolitical goals.
Iran and Russia Finalize Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Deal
Iran and Russia will sign a comprehensive strategic partnership deal on Friday, focusing on accelerating economic cooperation, as confirmed by Iranian state media and Russian officials; this builds on their decades-long relationship and shared geopolitical goals.
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40% Bias Score
Iraq Seeks to Disarm Powerful Armed Factions Amid Regional Uncertainty
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein announced efforts to disarm or integrate powerful armed factions in Iraq that have attacked US forces and Israel, amid regional shifts and a new US administration.
Iraq Seeks to Disarm Powerful Armed Factions Amid Regional Uncertainty
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein announced efforts to disarm or integrate powerful armed factions in Iraq that have attacked US forces and Israel, amid regional shifts and a new US administration.
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44% Bias Score
Mexico Prioritizes Collaboration, Sovereignty in Response to US Security Concerns
Mexican President Sheinbaum emphasized collaboration and respect for Mexican sovereignty in response to Marco Rubio's statements on violence and security cooperation, prioritizing dialogue and partnership to address challenges while safeguarding national interests and promoting economic integration ...
Mexico Prioritizes Collaboration, Sovereignty in Response to US Security Concerns
Mexican President Sheinbaum emphasized collaboration and respect for Mexican sovereignty in response to Marco Rubio's statements on violence and security cooperation, prioritizing dialogue and partnership to address challenges while safeguarding national interests and promoting economic integration ...
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44% Bias Score
US Recognition of Somaliland: Hope and Fears in the Horn of Africa
Influential US Republicans are pushing for recognition of Somaliland, a self-declared republic in Somalia, prompting hope in Somaliland but fierce opposition from Somalia and concerns about regional stability and the potential for separatist movements.
US Recognition of Somaliland: Hope and Fears in the Horn of Africa
Influential US Republicans are pushing for recognition of Somaliland, a self-declared republic in Somalia, prompting hope in Somaliland but fierce opposition from Somalia and concerns about regional stability and the potential for separatist movements.
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56% Bias Score
Trump Cabinet Nominees Advance Through Senate Hearings
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees are advancing through Senate confirmation hearings, with some facing significant opposition, while others, like Pete Hegseth, are overcoming initial hurdles due to the support of allies and the Republican majority.
Trump Cabinet Nominees Advance Through Senate Hearings
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees are advancing through Senate confirmation hearings, with some facing significant opposition, while others, like Pete Hegseth, are overcoming initial hurdles due to the support of allies and the Republican majority.
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52% Bias Score
Trump's Billionaire Administration Faces Ethics Scrutiny
President Trump's new administration includes numerous billionaires in key positions, raising conflict-of-interest concerns; confirmation hearings are delayed due to late financial disclosure paperwork.
Trump's Billionaire Administration Faces Ethics Scrutiny
President Trump's new administration includes numerous billionaires in key positions, raising conflict-of-interest concerns; confirmation hearings are delayed due to late financial disclosure paperwork.
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56% Bias Score
Trump's Deportation Plan Raises Concerns in Mexico
Donald Trump's promise to deport millions of migrants from the US, potentially affecting millions of Mexicans, has prompted concerns in Mexico about its preparedness; the country's immigration policy, historically focused on containment due to US pressure, lacks a comprehensive reception plan, leadi...
Trump's Deportation Plan Raises Concerns in Mexico
Donald Trump's promise to deport millions of migrants from the US, potentially affecting millions of Mexicans, has prompted concerns in Mexico about its preparedness; the country's immigration policy, historically focused on containment due to US pressure, lacks a comprehensive reception plan, leadi...
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44% Bias Score
Trump to Halt Offshore Wind Projects via Executive Order
President-elect Trump plans to issue an executive order, drafted by Rep. Jeff Van Drew, to halt offshore wind projects from Rhode Island to Virginia for six months, reversing the Biden administration's efforts to expand this clean energy source and potentially impacting over 19 gigawatts of planned ...
Trump to Halt Offshore Wind Projects via Executive Order
President-elect Trump plans to issue an executive order, drafted by Rep. Jeff Van Drew, to halt offshore wind projects from Rhode Island to Virginia for six months, reversing the Biden administration's efforts to expand this clean energy source and potentially impacting over 19 gigawatts of planned ...
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52% Bias Score
Bessent's Treasury Nomination Faces Scrutiny
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, testified before the Senate Finance Committee on Thursday, facing questions about his past political donations, tax policies, and potential conflicts of interest. His confirmation will impact the IRS budget and U.S. econom...
Bessent's Treasury Nomination Faces Scrutiny
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, testified before the Senate Finance Committee on Thursday, facing questions about his past political donations, tax policies, and potential conflicts of interest. His confirmation will impact the IRS budget and U.S. econom...
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52% Bias Score