Maduro's Re-election Sparks Warnings of Mass Migration and Gang Violence in the U.S.
Following Nicolás Maduro's disputed reelection, Venezuelan opposition leaders warn of a potential mass migration to the U.S. (3-5 million) and increased gang violence by the Maduro-aligned Tren de Aragua gang within the U.S. if Maduro remains in power.
Maduro's Re-election Sparks Warnings of Mass Migration and Gang Violence in the U.S.
Following Nicolás Maduro's disputed reelection, Venezuelan opposition leaders warn of a potential mass migration to the U.S. (3-5 million) and increased gang violence by the Maduro-aligned Tren de Aragua gang within the U.S. if Maduro remains in power.
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64% Bias Score
U.S. Declares Sudan's RSF Committing Genocide; Canada Silent
The U.S. declared the Sudanese paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are committing genocide, citing evidence of systematic violence targeting ethnic groups, while Canada remains silent despite pressure from human rights groups and evidence of UAE arms supplies to the RSF.
U.S. Declares Sudan's RSF Committing Genocide; Canada Silent
The U.S. declared the Sudanese paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are committing genocide, citing evidence of systematic violence targeting ethnic groups, while Canada remains silent despite pressure from human rights groups and evidence of UAE arms supplies to the RSF.
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52% Bias Score
China's Consistent Engagement in Africa: A Contrast to U.S. Approach
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Africa underscores Beijing's longstanding commitment to the continent, contrasting with the U.S.'s late-term engagement; China's $51 billion investment and focus on infrastructure and renewable energy aims to integrate African markets into its economy.
China's Consistent Engagement in Africa: A Contrast to U.S. Approach
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Africa underscores Beijing's longstanding commitment to the continent, contrasting with the U.S.'s late-term engagement; China's $51 billion investment and focus on infrastructure and renewable energy aims to integrate African markets into its economy.
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40% Bias Score
US Announces $500 Million Military Aid Package for Ukraine
On January 9th, at Ramstein Air Base, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced a $500 million military aid package for Ukraine, including air defense and fighter jet missiles, F-16 equipment, armored systems, and weaponry, emphasizing the importance of continued support to deter further Russia...
US Announces $500 Million Military Aid Package for Ukraine
On January 9th, at Ramstein Air Base, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced a $500 million military aid package for Ukraine, including air defense and fighter jet missiles, F-16 equipment, armored systems, and weaponry, emphasizing the importance of continued support to deter further Russia...
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40% Bias Score
Turkey Proposes Leading ISIS Fight in Syria Amidst Western Hesitations
Turkey has proposed taking the lead in combating ISIS in Syria, managing the thousands of ISIS members and their families held in prisons and camps, but faces resistance from Western countries concerned about the reliability of the Syrian government and the effectiveness of the ongoing cooperation w...
Turkey Proposes Leading ISIS Fight in Syria Amidst Western Hesitations
Turkey has proposed taking the lead in combating ISIS in Syria, managing the thousands of ISIS members and their families held in prisons and camps, but faces resistance from Western countries concerned about the reliability of the Syrian government and the effectiveness of the ongoing cooperation w...
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48% Bias Score
EU Affirms WTO Commitment Amidst French Skepticism
During a visit to the WTO in Geneva, EU Trade Commissioner Šefčovič reiterated the EU's commitment to the organization, despite French President Macron's recent criticism of the WTO's rules as ineffective due to the non-compliance of the US and China, advocating instead for prioritizing local produc...
EU Affirms WTO Commitment Amidst French Skepticism
During a visit to the WTO in Geneva, EU Trade Commissioner Šefčovič reiterated the EU's commitment to the organization, despite French President Macron's recent criticism of the WTO's rules as ineffective due to the non-compliance of the US and China, advocating instead for prioritizing local produc...
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52% Bias Score
Israel to Withdraw from Southern Lebanon by January 26th
Following a 60-day ceasefire, US Special Envoy Amos Hochstein secured a detailed timeline for the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Southern Lebanon by January 26th, prompting a $95 million shift in US military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to bolster the Lebanese army and limit Hezbollah's inf...
Israel to Withdraw from Southern Lebanon by January 26th
Following a 60-day ceasefire, US Special Envoy Amos Hochstein secured a detailed timeline for the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Southern Lebanon by January 26th, prompting a $95 million shift in US military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to bolster the Lebanese army and limit Hezbollah's inf...
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48% Bias Score
Trump Sentenced, Plans Appeal in Hush-Money Case
Donald Trump received an unconditional discharge after being found guilty of falsifying business records related to hush-money payments made during the 2016 presidential campaign; Trump plans to appeal, citing political motivations and judicial overreach.
Trump Sentenced, Plans Appeal in Hush-Money Case
Donald Trump received an unconditional discharge after being found guilty of falsifying business records related to hush-money payments made during the 2016 presidential campaign; Trump plans to appeal, citing political motivations and judicial overreach.
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60% Bias Score
Turkey Issues Ultimatum to YPG, Military Action Possible
Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced an ultimatum to the YPG through the US, demanding the departure of international terrorists, while awaiting the Syrian government's resolution; a military operation remains a possibility if negotiations fail before January 20th.
Turkey Issues Ultimatum to YPG, Military Action Possible
Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced an ultimatum to the YPG through the US, demanding the departure of international terrorists, while awaiting the Syrian government's resolution; a military operation remains a possibility if negotiations fail before January 20th.
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52% Bias Score
Five Living US Presidents Unite at Carter's Funeral
All five living US presidents attended the state funeral of Jimmy Carter in Washington, D.C., on December 29, 2024, marking the first public appearance of President-elect Trump and Vice President Harris since the election and notable reconciliations between Trump and Mike Pence and between Trump and...
Five Living US Presidents Unite at Carter's Funeral
All five living US presidents attended the state funeral of Jimmy Carter in Washington, D.C., on December 29, 2024, marking the first public appearance of President-elect Trump and Vice President Harris since the election and notable reconciliations between Trump and Mike Pence and between Trump and...
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40% Bias Score
Australian Dollar Falls to US62¢ Amidst China Slowdown and US Interest Rate Outlook
The Australian dollar has fallen to US62¢, its lowest since the early 2010s, due to reduced demand from China and the US Federal Reserve signaling fewer interest rate cuts, impacting importers and benefiting exporters.
Australian Dollar Falls to US62¢ Amidst China Slowdown and US Interest Rate Outlook
The Australian dollar has fallen to US62¢, its lowest since the early 2010s, due to reduced demand from China and the US Federal Reserve signaling fewer interest rate cuts, impacting importers and benefiting exporters.
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36% Bias Score
Italian Journalist Released from Iran After Diplomatic Efforts
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, detained in Tehran since December 19th, was released on Wednesday following diplomatic efforts involving Premier Giorgia Meloni and linked to the detention in Italy of Iranian engineer Mohammad Abedini, accused by the U.S. of supplying Iran with drone technology used...
Italian Journalist Released from Iran After Diplomatic Efforts
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, detained in Tehran since December 19th, was released on Wednesday following diplomatic efforts involving Premier Giorgia Meloni and linked to the detention in Italy of Iranian engineer Mohammad Abedini, accused by the U.S. of supplying Iran with drone technology used...
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52% Bias Score