Biden's Presidency Ends with Low Approval Ratings Amidst Policy Successes and Negative Events
President Biden concluded his single term with approval ratings consistently below 50%, despite legislative wins, due to negative reactions to events such as the Afghanistan withdrawal, rising inflation, and border issues, leaving his historical legacy uncertain.
Biden's Presidency Ends with Low Approval Ratings Amidst Policy Successes and Negative Events
President Biden concluded his single term with approval ratings consistently below 50%, despite legislative wins, due to negative reactions to events such as the Afghanistan withdrawal, rising inflation, and border issues, leaving his historical legacy uncertain.
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60% Bias Score
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreed: Six-Week Truce, Hostage Exchange, and Troop Withdrawal
A six-week ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is set to begin on January 19, 2025, involving a phased withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza, the release of 33 Hamas hostages and numerous Palestinian prisoners, and the opening of humanitarian aid corridors; the agreement was brokered by Qatar with t...
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreed: Six-Week Truce, Hostage Exchange, and Troop Withdrawal
A six-week ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is set to begin on January 19, 2025, involving a phased withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza, the release of 33 Hamas hostages and numerous Palestinian prisoners, and the opening of humanitarian aid corridors; the agreement was brokered by Qatar with t...
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32% Bias Score
Russia and Iran Finalize Partnership Amid Ukraine War, Challenging US
Russia and Iran are finalizing a comprehensive partnership agreement just days before President-elect Trump's return, significantly deepening their military cooperation amid the ongoing war in Ukraine; this includes Russia's production of over 11,000 Iranian-designed Shahed drones in 2024, and the p...
Russia and Iran Finalize Partnership Amid Ukraine War, Challenging US
Russia and Iran are finalizing a comprehensive partnership agreement just days before President-elect Trump's return, significantly deepening their military cooperation amid the ongoing war in Ukraine; this includes Russia's production of over 11,000 Iranian-designed Shahed drones in 2024, and the p...
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36% Bias Score
Trump, Xi Hold Phone Call, Signal Potential Shift in U.S.-China Relations
On Friday, President-elect Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke by phone, discussing trade, fentanyl, TikTok, and the war in Ukraine; Xi congratulated Trump and expressed hope for improved relations, while Trump confirmed the call was "very good" for both countries.
Trump, Xi Hold Phone Call, Signal Potential Shift in U.S.-China Relations
On Friday, President-elect Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke by phone, discussing trade, fentanyl, TikTok, and the war in Ukraine; Xi congratulated Trump and expressed hope for improved relations, while Trump confirmed the call was "very good" for both countries.
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48% Bias Score
Trump's Shadow Looms Large Over Gaza Ceasefire Deal
A ceasefire agreement in Gaza, after a 15-month conflict, is pending Israeli cabinet approval; Donald Trump claims credit, while the Biden administration emphasizes its long-term efforts, with Trump's January 2024 warning to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu as the apparent turning point.
Trump's Shadow Looms Large Over Gaza Ceasefire Deal
A ceasefire agreement in Gaza, after a 15-month conflict, is pending Israeli cabinet approval; Donald Trump claims credit, while the Biden administration emphasizes its long-term efforts, with Trump's January 2024 warning to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu as the apparent turning point.
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52% Bias Score
UN Pledges $3.32 Billion for Ukraine Amidst Incoming US Administration Uncertainty
UN officials visited Kyiv to discuss a $3.32 billion humanitarian aid appeal for Ukraine, while UK Prime Minister Starmer signed a "100-year partnership" treaty with Zelenskyy amidst uncertainty about future US support under the incoming Trump administration.
UN Pledges $3.32 Billion for Ukraine Amidst Incoming US Administration Uncertainty
UN officials visited Kyiv to discuss a $3.32 billion humanitarian aid appeal for Ukraine, while UK Prime Minister Starmer signed a "100-year partnership" treaty with Zelenskyy amidst uncertainty about future US support under the incoming Trump administration.
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32% Bias Score
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Reached, Gaza Reconstruction Looms
Following intense negotiations involving US President-elect Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a ceasefire agreement with Hamas that includes the release of hostages held in Gaza, expected to begin Sunday, pending Israeli government approval, leaving Gaza's reconstruction and...
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Reached, Gaza Reconstruction Looms
Following intense negotiations involving US President-elect Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a ceasefire agreement with Hamas that includes the release of hostages held in Gaza, expected to begin Sunday, pending Israeli government approval, leaving Gaza's reconstruction and...
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48% Bias Score
Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Expose Trump's Climate Change Denial
Fueled by a megadrought and extreme winds, four wildfires in Los Angeles have burned 63 square miles, destroying over 12,000 homes and killing at least 25 people; Donald Trump blamed California's leadership, while Republicans threatened to withhold disaster aid.
Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Expose Trump's Climate Change Denial
Fueled by a megadrought and extreme winds, four wildfires in Los Angeles have burned 63 square miles, destroying over 12,000 homes and killing at least 25 people; Donald Trump blamed California's leadership, while Republicans threatened to withhold disaster aid.
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52% Bias Score
Pence Urges Renewed U.S. Support for Taiwan's Defense
Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence visited Taiwan on Friday, urging the incoming Trump administration to strengthen support for Taiwan's defense and negotiate a free trade agreement, citing China as the greatest strategic and economic threat to the U.S. and its allies.
Pence Urges Renewed U.S. Support for Taiwan's Defense
Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence visited Taiwan on Friday, urging the incoming Trump administration to strengthen support for Taiwan's defense and negotiate a free trade agreement, citing China as the greatest strategic and economic threat to the U.S. and its allies.
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40% Bias Score
UK-Ukraine Partnership Agreement Amid War and US Policy Uncertainty
The UK and Ukraine signed a new defense and security partnership agreement in Kyiv, focusing on bolstering Ukraine's defenses against Russia amid ongoing war and concerns about potential US disengagement under the incoming Trump administration. The agreement includes collaborations in various techno...
UK-Ukraine Partnership Agreement Amid War and US Policy Uncertainty
The UK and Ukraine signed a new defense and security partnership agreement in Kyiv, focusing on bolstering Ukraine's defenses against Russia amid ongoing war and concerns about potential US disengagement under the incoming Trump administration. The agreement includes collaborations in various techno...
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40% Bias Score
Starmer Urges Europe to Increase Ukraine Support Amid Trump's Return
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called on European allies to bolster military aid to Ukraine due to anticipated decreased U.S. support under President-elect Trump, while also considering a potential British peacekeeping role, acknowledging the complexities and controversies involved.
Starmer Urges Europe to Increase Ukraine Support Amid Trump's Return
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called on European allies to bolster military aid to Ukraine due to anticipated decreased U.S. support under President-elect Trump, while also considering a potential British peacekeeping role, acknowledging the complexities and controversies involved.
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60% Bias Score
Pence Urges Trump to Maintain Support for Taiwan Amid Annexation Fears
Mike Pence, during a surprise visit to Taiwan, urged the incoming Trump administration to maintain strong support for the island, warning that reduced support could spark a regional nuclear arms race and undermine global security; he also advocated for a free trade agreement with Taiwan.
Pence Urges Trump to Maintain Support for Taiwan Amid Annexation Fears
Mike Pence, during a surprise visit to Taiwan, urged the incoming Trump administration to maintain strong support for the island, warning that reduced support could spark a regional nuclear arms race and undermine global security; he also advocated for a free trade agreement with Taiwan.
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44% Bias Score