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Death of Former Uruguayan President José Mujica at 89
Former Uruguayan president José Mujica, a former Tupamaros guerrilla who served from 2010 to 2015, passed away on Tuesday at age 89 in Montevideo, as announced by President Yamandú Orsi. His life was marked by imprisonment, social activism, and progressive policy-making.
Death of Former Uruguayan President José Mujica at 89
Former Uruguayan president José Mujica, a former Tupamaros guerrilla who served from 2010 to 2015, passed away on Tuesday at age 89 in Montevideo, as announced by President Yamandú Orsi. His life was marked by imprisonment, social activism, and progressive policy-making.
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52% Bias Score
Uruguay's High Suicide Rate: Societal Factors and Systemic Failures
Uruguay reported 763 suicides in 2023, a rate of 21.3 per 100,000 inhabitants—twice the regional average—with older adults and those aged 25-29 most affected; experts attribute this to societal factors and inadequate support systems.
Uruguay's High Suicide Rate: Societal Factors and Systemic Failures
Uruguay reported 763 suicides in 2023, a rate of 21.3 per 100,000 inhabitants—twice the regional average—with older adults and those aged 25-29 most affected; experts attribute this to societal factors and inadequate support systems.
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32% Bias Score
Almada and Alvarez Spearhead Argentina's Win Over Uruguay Amidst Key Absences
Argentina, missing key players including Lionel Messi, defeated Uruguay 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier thanks to Thiago Almada's 68th-minute goal, assisted by Julian Alvarez, showcasing their potential to lead the team's attack in the post-Messi era.
Almada and Alvarez Spearhead Argentina's Win Over Uruguay Amidst Key Absences
Argentina, missing key players including Lionel Messi, defeated Uruguay 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier thanks to Thiago Almada's 68th-minute goal, assisted by Julian Alvarez, showcasing their potential to lead the team's attack in the post-Messi era.
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32% Bias Score
Afro-Uruguayan Women's Struggle for Political Representation
Despite a 2013 law promoting racial equality, Afro-Uruguayan women in Uruguay face significant underrepresentation in politics, despite comprising over 10% of the population and despite a gender parity law; activists highlight ongoing challenges and the need for systemic change to improve their poli...
Afro-Uruguayan Women's Struggle for Political Representation
Despite a 2013 law promoting racial equality, Afro-Uruguayan women in Uruguay face significant underrepresentation in politics, despite comprising over 10% of the population and despite a gender parity law; activists highlight ongoing challenges and the need for systemic change to improve their poli...
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16% Bias Score
Uruguay's New President Refuses to Recognize Venezuelan Leadership
Uruguay's newly elected president, Yamandú Orsi, refuses to recognize either Nicolás Maduro or Edmundo González Urrutia as Venezuela's legitimate president, marking a significant shift in Uruguay's foreign policy towards Venezuela and potentially opening new opportunities for regional mediation.
Uruguay's New President Refuses to Recognize Venezuelan Leadership
Uruguay's newly elected president, Yamandú Orsi, refuses to recognize either Nicolás Maduro or Edmundo González Urrutia as Venezuela's legitimate president, marking a significant shift in Uruguay's foreign policy towards Venezuela and potentially opening new opportunities for regional mediation.
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40% Bias Score
Multiple Peacekeepers Killed in Eastern DRC Clashes
South Africa, Malawi, and Uruguay confirmed the deaths of their soldiers during clashes with M23 rebels in eastern DRC on Saturday; nine South African soldiers, three Malawian peacekeepers, and one Uruguayan UN peacekeeper died while trying to prevent the rebels' advance on Goma, with South Africa c...
Multiple Peacekeepers Killed in Eastern DRC Clashes
South Africa, Malawi, and Uruguay confirmed the deaths of their soldiers during clashes with M23 rebels in eastern DRC on Saturday; nine South African soldiers, three Malawian peacekeepers, and one Uruguayan UN peacekeeper died while trying to prevent the rebels' advance on Goma, with South Africa c...
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40% Bias Score
Andes Tragedy Survivor Daniel Fernandez Strauch Dies at 79
Daniel Fernandez Strauch, a 79-year-old survivor of the 1972 Andes plane crash, died on May 8th in Montevideo, Uruguay; he was instrumental in food distribution among survivors, highlighting the enduring impact of this tragedy.
Andes Tragedy Survivor Daniel Fernandez Strauch Dies at 79
Daniel Fernandez Strauch, a 79-year-old survivor of the 1972 Andes plane crash, died on May 8th in Montevideo, Uruguay; he was instrumental in food distribution among survivors, highlighting the enduring impact of this tragedy.
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24% Bias Score
Peaceful Power Transfers in Chile and Uruguay Contrast with Authoritarian Regimes in Latin America
In 2025, Chilean President Gabriel Boric and Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou will step down, showcasing democratic transitions in contrast to authoritarian leaders like Maduro, Ortega, and Díaz-Canel in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba, respectively.
Peaceful Power Transfers in Chile and Uruguay Contrast with Authoritarian Regimes in Latin America
In 2025, Chilean President Gabriel Boric and Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou will step down, showcasing democratic transitions in contrast to authoritarian leaders like Maduro, Ortega, and Díaz-Canel in Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba, respectively.
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60% Bias Score
Uruguay's Care Policy: Inequity and Opportunity for Reform
Uruguay's 2015 care policy, lauded for recognizing unpaid care work, faces criticism for age and income restrictions excluding thousands, as highlighted by a September 2024 Human Rights Watch report; President Orsi can improve this by including disability organizations and adopting international bes...
Uruguay's Care Policy: Inequity and Opportunity for Reform
Uruguay's 2015 care policy, lauded for recognizing unpaid care work, faces criticism for age and income restrictions excluding thousands, as highlighted by a September 2024 Human Rights Watch report; President Orsi can improve this by including disability organizations and adopting international bes...
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48% Bias Score
FIFA Explores 64-Team 2030 World Cup
FIFA is considering expanding the men's 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, a proposal from a council member, despite logistical challenges and player union concerns, driven by increased revenue and global participation.
FIFA Explores 64-Team 2030 World Cup
FIFA is considering expanding the men's 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, a proposal from a council member, despite logistical challenges and player union concerns, driven by increased revenue and global participation.
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40% Bias Score
Uruguay's Left Returns to Power Amid Regional Stability
On Saturday, Uruguay's left-wing Frente Amplio party returned to power with Yamandú Orsi's inauguration as president, attended by numerous Latin American leaders, highlighting Uruguay's regional standing and Orsi's commitment to human rights and economic stability.
Uruguay's Left Returns to Power Amid Regional Stability
On Saturday, Uruguay's left-wing Frente Amplio party returned to power with Yamandú Orsi's inauguration as president, attended by numerous Latin American leaders, highlighting Uruguay's regional standing and Orsi's commitment to human rights and economic stability.
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28% Bias Score
Former Uruguayan President Mujica Ends Cancer Treatment
Former Uruguayan President José "Pepe" Mujica, 89, announced he is ending cancer treatment after his esophageal cancer metastasized to his liver; he plans to spend his final days at his farm, reflecting on a life marked by progressive policies and social justice advocacy.
Former Uruguayan President Mujica Ends Cancer Treatment
Former Uruguayan President José "Pepe" Mujica, 89, announced he is ending cancer treatment after his esophageal cancer metastasized to his liver; he plans to spend his final days at his farm, reflecting on a life marked by progressive policies and social justice advocacy.
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32% Bias Score
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