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Defense and Security
1 source

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Indian ExpressLeans left
Truth score 41
Left 100%100%
Indian ExpressLeans left

Defence ministry to acquire 8 indigenously built corvettes for Navy

Lean: Leans left Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IndiaFunding: PrivateOwner: Indian Express Group
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Funding
Private100%
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India100%
Media ownership
Indian Express Group100%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 41 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
2 sources

Who is covering this

BBC NewsCenterHindustan TimesCenter
Truth score 53
Centre 100%100%
BBC NewsCenter

US sanctions Rwanda's defence ministry over DR Congo conflict

Congo accuses Rwanda of backing M23 rebels and plundering minerals in its conflict hit East

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United KingdomFunding: Public broadcasterOwner: BBC (UK Government)
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Funding
Public broadcaster50%
Corporate50%
Countries
United Kingdom50%
India50%
Media ownership
BBC (UK Government)50%
HT Media50%
Avg reliability81
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion2/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 53 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 81 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
2 sources

Who is covering this

ReutersCenterSouth China Morning PostLeans right
Truth score 59
Centre 50%50%Right 50%50%
ReutersCenter

South Korean army sergeant dies at frontline unit with external injuries

South Korean army sergeant dies at frontline unit with external injuries Reuters

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United KingdomFunding: CorporateOwner: Thomson Reuters
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Corporate100%
Countries
United Kingdom50%
Hong Kong50%
Media ownership
Thomson Reuters50%
Alibaba Group50%
Avg reliability84
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion2/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 59 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 84 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Technology
13 sources

Who is covering this

Associated PressCenterPBS NewsHourLeans leftDW NewsCenterThe Wall Street JournalLeans rightCBC NewsLeans leftFRANCE 24 EnglishCenterCBS NewsLeans leftABC News (US)Leans leftCNBCCenterTheregisterCenterDaily ExpressLeans rightBreitbart NewsRightZero HedgeRight
Truth score 863
Left 31%31%Centre 38%38%Right 31%31%
PBS NewsHourLeans left

Ukraine and Russia both report fake emergency alerts after cyberattacks target apps as limited ceasefire ends

It was not clear if the attacks on Russia and Ukraine late Sunday were related. Covered by 12 outlets: 4 lean left, 4 are centre, 4 lean right.

Lean: Leans left Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United StatesFunding: Public broadcasterOwner: PBS (Nonprofit)
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Funding
Corporate46%
Public broadcaster23%
Private15%
Nonprofit8%
State-funded8%
Countries
United States62%
United Kingdom15%
Germany8%
France8%
Canada8%
Media ownership
Independent15%
German Government8%
Walt Disney Company8%
FRANCE 24 English8%
CNBC8%
Avg reliability74
Low-credibility share8%
Fact / opinion16/0
State media8%
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Truth score: 86 (Strongly corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 13 Reliability: 74 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 8Sentiment: -75Sensationalism: 2 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
1 source

Who is covering this

The Jerusalem PostLeans right
Truth score 41
Right 100%100%
The Jerusalem PostLeans right

Defense Ministry Chief Baram pushes munitions independence during visit to Covenant

Covenant, which has operations in the US, Germany, and Israel, emerged from stealth last month.

Lean: Leans right Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IsraelFunding: PrivateOwner: Jerusalem Post Group
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Private100%
Countries
Israel100%
Media ownership
Jerusalem Post Group100%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 41 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
1 source

Who is covering this

The Kyiv IndependentLeans left
Truth score 42
Left 100%100%
The Kyiv IndependentLeans left

Russian Defense Ministry to delay troop salary payments, media reports

The Joint Group of Forces, the command currently fighting in Ukraine, would be exempted from the rule and receive their December pay before the new year, Verstka said.

Lean: Leans left Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: UkraineFunding: NonprofitOwner: Independent (Crowdfunded)
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Funding
Nonprofit100%
Countries
Ukraine100%
Media ownership
Independent (Crowdfunded)100%
Avg reliability78
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 42 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 78 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
1 source

Who is covering this

ABC News (US)Leans left
Truth score 43
Left 100%100%
ABC News (US)Leans left

US imposes sanctions on Rwandan defense ministry over involvement in eastern Congo conflict

The U.S. imposed sanctions on Rwandan defense ministry on Wednesday over the country’s involvement in mineral-rich eastern Congo, where fighting continues between the Congolese government and Rwandan-backed rebels despite peace efforts...

Lean: Leans left Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: United StatesFunding: CorporateOwner: Walt Disney Company
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Corporate100%
Countries
United States100%
Media ownership
Walt Disney Company100%
Avg reliability80
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 43 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 80 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
1 source

Who is covering this

The Jerusalem PostLeans right
Truth score 41
Right 100%100%
The Jerusalem PostLeans right

IDF's next-generation artillery gets NIS 600 million training boost with Elbit deal

The Defense Ministry and IDF signed a 15-year, NIS 600 million agreement with Elbit Systems to expand artillery training for the Ro'em howitzer and Lahav rocket launcher systems.

Lean: Leans right Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IsraelFunding: PrivateOwner: Jerusalem Post Group
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Private100%
Countries
Israel100%
Media ownership
Jerusalem Post Group100%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 41 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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AI
1 source

Who is covering this

The Epoch TimesRight
Truth score 17Factuality: Low
Right 100%100%
The Epoch TimesRight

Defence Flags Possible Exemptions From Impending AI Rules

Low reliability sourceElevated risk

Pictured at the Anduril Ghost Shark production facility formal opening are Vice Admiral Mark Hammond (L), Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy (R), and the company's Chairman for Australia David Goodrich. (Courtesy of Anduril)

Lean: Right Fact-focusedFactuality: LowCountry: United StatesFunding: PrivateOwner: Epoch Media Group
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Private100%
Countries
United States100%
Media ownership
Epoch Media Group100%
Avg reliability35
Low-credibility share100%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 17 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 35 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 100Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Sports
1 source

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WinnipegfreepressCenter
Truth score 38
Centre 100%100%
WinnipegfreepressCenter

Defence giant Lockheed Martin acquires N.S.-based undersea warfare company

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: CanadaFunding: CorporateOwner: Independent
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Corporate100%
Countries
Canada100%
Media ownership
Independent100%
Avg reliability65
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 38 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 65 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
1 source

Who is covering this

The Epoch TimesRight
Truth score 17Factuality: Low
Right 100%100%
The Epoch TimesRight

Defence Cannot Say Who Controls Cameras at Office Tower Set to House Army Staff

Low reliability sourceElevated risk

Petty Officer Rowan Davies competes in the NetWars International Services Cup at Defence Plaza in Sydney. (Courtesy of Department of Defence)

Lean: Right Fact-focusedFactuality: LowCountry: United StatesFunding: PrivateOwner: Epoch Media Group
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Private100%
Countries
United States100%
Media ownership
Epoch Media Group100%
Avg reliability35
Low-credibility share100%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 17 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 35 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 100Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Health
1 source

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OttawacitizenCenter
Truth score 38
Centre 100%100%
OttawacitizenCenter

Defence workers' union questions pushback against event to honour Wainwright fire dead and injured

The Union of National Defence Employees organized a Canada-wide “Red Shirt” day on Oct. 23 to commemorate the four dead and 39 injured from the fire at CFB Wainwright.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: CanadaFunding: CorporateOwner: Independent
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Corporate100%
Countries
Canada100%
Media ownership
Independent100%
Avg reliability65
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 38 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 65 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Politics
1 source

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The GuardianLeft
Truth score 45
Left 100%100%
The GuardianLeft

Defence backed claim that social media footage of public servants could invite bullying

Official’s controversial September request for Senate hearing footage to not be shared on social media has been heavily criticised Get our daily political email , free app or daily news podcast The secretary of the defence department...

Lean: Left Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United KingdomFunding: Nonprofit trustOwner: Scott Trust
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Nonprofit trust100%
Countries
United Kingdom100%
Media ownership
Scott Trust100%
Avg reliability85
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 45 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 85 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Politics
1 source

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BBC NewsCenter
Truth score 46
Centre 100%100%
BBC NewsCenter

Healey tells departments to make 1% cuts to fund defence

The reduction in public spending will go towards paying for the Defence Investment Plan.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United KingdomFunding: Public broadcasterOwner: BBC (UK Government)
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Public broadcaster100%
Countries
United Kingdom100%
Media ownership
BBC (UK Government)100%
Avg reliability90
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 46 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 90 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Politics
1 source

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ABC News (Australia)Center
Truth score 45
Centre 100%100%
ABC News (Australia)Center

Defence official asked minister for support to keep evidence off social media

The senior Defence official said she sought advice from a government minister over concerns about "vile" social media comments and their impact on the health of officials.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: AustraliaFunding: Public broadcasterOwner: Australian Government
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Public broadcaster100%
Countries
Australia100%
Media ownership
Australian Government100%
Avg reliability86
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 45 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 86 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Travel
2 sources

Who is covering this

Hindustan TimesCenterDaily ExpressLeans right
Truth score 53
Centre 50%50%Right 50%50%
Hindustan TimesCenter

Air defence systems deployed near Mar-a-Lago, Palm Beach airport ahead of Trump's likely Halloween visit

At the Secret Service’s request, NORAD and U.S. Northern Command deployed air defence assets around Mar-a-Lago to counter aerial threats.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IndiaFunding: CorporateOwner: HT Media
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Corporate100%
Countries
India50%
United Kingdom50%
Media ownership
HT Media50%
Independent50%
Avg reliability67
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion2/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 53 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 67 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -50Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Sports
2 sources

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ESPNCenterGlobal NewsCenter
Truth score 521
Centre 100%100%
Global NewsCenter

Raptors defence clicking early in the season

RJ Barrett knows that the Toronto Raptors have been the toughest team to score on early in the NBA season, but he's a little scared to talk about it.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: CanadaFunding: CorporateOwner: Corus Entertainment
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Corporate100%
Countries
Canada50%
United States50%
Media ownership
Corus Entertainment50%
Walt Disney Company50%
Avg reliability78
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion2/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 52 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 78 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 4 Amplification: 0

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1 source

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DnaindiaCenter
Truth score 38
Centre 100%100%
DnaindiaCenter

Brahamastra, Part of Lord's Mark Industries Limited, Takes Indigenous Defence Innovation to the Global Stage

Lord's Mark Industries is investing in Brahamastra Defence Techno Products to develop indigenous defence technologies, expand its advanced electro-optics portfolio and position India as a global hub for defence manufacturing.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: IndiaFunding: CorporateOwner: Independent
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Corporate100%
Countries
India100%
Media ownership
Independent100%
Avg reliability65
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 38 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 65 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
1 source

Who is covering this

NDTVCenter
Truth score 411
Centre 100%100%
NDTVCenter

Indian Defence Exports To Europe Surge

India's defence exports to Europe have surged as European countries seek ammunition and explosives to rebuild depleted military stockpiles. This highlights India's growing defence manufacturing strength and its rising importance in...

Lean: Center VideoFactuality: HighCountry: IndiaFunding: CorporateOwner: RRPR Holding
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Corporate100%
Countries
India100%
Media ownership
RRPR Holding100%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 41 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Politics
1 source

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South China Morning PostLeans right
Truth score 41
Right 100%100%
South China Morning PostLeans right

Japan weighs US$500 billion defence spending plan: sources

Japan’s ⁠government and ruling coalition ⁠are considering nearly doubling defence ⁠spending over the next five years as part of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s push to strengthen the country’s military capabilities, according to two...

Lean: Leans right Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: Hong KongFunding: CorporateOwner: Alibaba Group
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Funding
Corporate100%
Countries
Hong Kong100%
Media ownership
Alibaba Group100%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 41 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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1 source

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ReutersCenter
Truth score 47
Centre 100%100%
ReutersCenter

Saudi civil defence sounds all-clear after alerts in southern cities

Saudi civil defence sounds all-clear after alerts in southern cities Reuters

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United KingdomFunding: CorporateOwner: Thomson Reuters
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Funding
Corporate100%
Countries
United Kingdom100%
Media ownership
Thomson Reuters100%
Avg reliability92
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 47 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 92 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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1 source

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Financial TimesCenter
Truth score 38
Centre 100%100%
Financial TimesCenter

UK talks up EU defence ties to counter tilt towards ‘Made in Europe’ weapons

Also in this newsletter: Poland’s answer to Palantir

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: IndiaFunding: CorporateOwner: Independent
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Corporate100%
Countries
India100%
Media ownership
Independent100%
Avg reliability65
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 38 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 65 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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1 source

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India TodayCenter
Truth score 40
Centre 100%100%
India TodayCenter

BRICS not yet a defence cooperation platform, says Misri

BRICS not yet a defence cooperation platform says Misri

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: IndiaFunding: CorporateOwner: Living Media
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Corporate100%
Countries
India100%
Media ownership
Living Media100%
Avg reliability72
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 40 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 72 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 8 Amplification: 0

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Health
1 source

Who is covering this

OttawacitizenCenter
Truth score 38
Centre 100%100%
OttawacitizenCenter

'Her only defence was her voice': Crown says in closing argument at 2024 femicide trial

Brkti Berhe, a mother of four, was killed in broad daylight at an Ottawa park. Fsha Tekhle is on trial on a charge of first-degree murder.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: CanadaFunding: CorporateOwner: Independent
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Corporate100%
Countries
Canada100%
Media ownership
Independent100%
Avg reliability65
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 38 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 65 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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1 source

Who is covering this

Scottish News Herald ScotlandNot rated
Truth score 34
No rated outlets yet
Scottish News Herald ScotlandNot rated

New rules on major defence contracts to prioritise UK jobs and skills

John Healey and Wes Streeting announce UK defence procurement reforms, requiring overseas contractors to invest in British jobs, skills and businesses.

Lean: Not rated Fact-focusedCountry: United KingdomFunding: CorporateOwner: Independent
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Corporate100%
Countries
United Kingdom100%
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Independent100%
Avg reliability-
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 34 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: Not rated Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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1 source

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euronews (English)Center
Truth score 431
Centre 100%100%
euronews (English)Center

Brussels hopes unspent defence loans may help plug Ukraine’s budget hole

Brussels hopes unspent defence loans may help plug Ukraine’s budget hole The European Commission has reopened €21.3bn in unspent SAFE defence loans, urging EU governments to use them for joint projects with Ukraine, which faces a €70bn...

Lean: Center VideoFactuality: HighCountry: FranceFunding: CorporateOwner: Alpac Capital
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Funding
Corporate100%
Countries
France100%
Media ownership
Alpac Capital100%
Avg reliability80
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 43 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 80 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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1 source

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Sky NewsLeans right
Truth score 431
Right 100%100%
Sky NewsLeans right

Budget: IFS 'grumpy' over defence funding

Institute for Fiscal Studies' director, Helen Miller, voiced concern that funding came from 'raiding reserves in future years'. Chancellor John Healey announced in the budget that the £4.7bn needed to fund the defence investment plan...

Lean: Leans right VideoFactuality: HighCountry: United KingdomFunding: CorporateOwner: Comcast
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Corporate100%
Countries
United Kingdom100%
Media ownership
Comcast100%
Avg reliability80
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 43 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 80 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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1 source

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South China Morning PostLeans right
Truth score 411
Right 100%100%
South China Morning PostLeans right

FULL EVENT: Asean defence ministers’ talks welcome ceremony

Live coverage of arrivals and a welcoming ceremony at the 20th Asean Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) in Cebu, Philippines. The ADMM-Plus brings together defence ministers from Asean’s 11 member states and eight dialogue partners:...

Lean: Leans right VideoFactuality: HighCountry: Hong KongFunding: CorporateOwner: Alibaba Group
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Funding
Corporate100%
Countries
Hong Kong100%
Media ownership
Alibaba Group100%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 41 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 16 Amplification: 0

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World
2 sources

Who is covering this

euronews (English)CenterNDTVCenter
Truth score 52
Centre 100%100%
euronews (English)Center

Italy: Thousands protest rising living costs and defence spending in general strike

Thousands of protesters marched through Rome, Italy, on Friday, 30 October, during a general strike called by the left-wing Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) trade union.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: FranceFunding: CorporateOwner: Alpac Capital
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Corporate100%
Countries
France50%
India50%
Media ownership
Alpac Capital50%
RRPR Holding50%
Avg reliability78
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion2/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 52 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 78 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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1 source

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Al Jazeera EnglishLeans left
Truth score 32
Left 100%100%
Al Jazeera EnglishLeans left

Syria considering entry into Mecca defence pact, says foreign minister

State-funded media

Damascus 'evaluating' whether to join the alliance that binds Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

Lean: Leans left Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: QatarFunding: State-fundedOwner: Qatar GovernmentState media
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State-funded100%
Countries
Qatar100%
Media ownership
Qatar Government100%
Avg reliability78
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media100%
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Truth score: 32 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 78 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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