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Defense and Security
1 source

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Scottish News Herald ScotlandNot rated
Truth score 34
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Scottish News Herald ScotlandNot rated

Streeting attacks FM over claim Scotland 'being left defenceless' by UK Government

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said the SNP's anti-nuclear policy poses one of the greatest risks to UK and Nato security.

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Truth score: 34 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: Not rated Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Daily MailCenter
Truth score 37
Centre 100%100%
Daily MailCenter

John Swinney accused of 'playing party politics with national defence' after making 'irresponsible' warning over threats from Russia

John Swinney's warnings that Scotland is being left exposed to Russian threats were branded 'irresponsible and unfounded' by Defence Secretary Wes Streeting.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: United KingdomFunding: CorporateOwner: DMGT
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Truth score: 37 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 63 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -100Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Politics
1 source

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StandardCenter
Truth score 38
Centre 100%100%
StandardCenter

New policy to apply to large overseas defence contracts in bid to secure UK jobs

The Chancellor and the Defence Secretary announced the policy on a visit to BAE Systems in Glasgow.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: United KingdomFunding: CorporateOwner: Independent
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Avg reliability65
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Fact / opinion1/0
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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
2 sources

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The HillCenterSouth China Morning PostLeans right
Truth score 57
Centre 50%50%Right 50%50%
The HillCenter

Hegseth seeks to assuage Southeast Asian partners on trip to Philippines

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attempted to assuage Southeast Asian partners this week that the U.S. is dedicated to its allies in the Asia-Pacific region and pitched a defense framework to guide cooperation in the next few years during...

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: United StatesFunding: CorporateOwner: Nexstar Media Group
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Corporate100%
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United States50%
Hong Kong50%
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Nexstar Media Group50%
Alibaba Group50%
Avg reliability76
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Fact / opinion2/0
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Truth score: 57 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 76 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
4 sources

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The New York TimesLeftThe HillCenterThe IndependentCenterThe Daily BeastLeft
Truth score 66
Left 50%50%Centre 50%50%
The New York TimesLeft

Officials Back Trump’s Claim That Triumphal Arch Is Needed for National Security

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Markwayne Mullin, the homeland security secretary, submitted sworn statements to a federal court regarding the construction project. President Trump’s proposed triumphal arch would be a “generational...

Lean: Left Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United StatesFunding: PrivateOwner: NY Times Company
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Private50%
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United States75%
United Kingdom25%
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IAC25%
NY Times Company25%
Nexstar Media Group25%
Independent Digital News25%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion4/0
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Truth score: 66 (Corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 4 Reliability: 75 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: -25Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Politics
3 sources

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The HillCenterThe Daily BeastLeftTimes of IndiaCenter
Truth score 60
Left 33%33%Centre 67%67%
The HillCenter

Trump blasts Democrats over Hegseth impeachment chatter

President Trump blasted Democrats Thursday over their ongoing calls to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, whom they see as one of their primary targets, if the party takes control of the House. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 2...

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: United StatesFunding: CorporateOwner: Nexstar Media Group
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Corporate100%
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United States67%
India33%
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IAC33%
Nexstar Media Group33%
Independent33%
Avg reliability69
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion3/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 60 (Corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 3 Reliability: 69 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 11 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
1 source

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Raw StoryLeft
Truth score 34Factuality: Mixed
Left 100%100%
Raw StoryLeft

'So odd': Questions fly as Hegseth team changes major 'misconduct' story on fired general

Elevated risk

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s team abruptly changed its story overnight about a fired top general, after accusing him of leaking secrets and failing three lie-detector tests. Chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said on X Thursday...

Lean: Left Fact-focusedFactuality: MixedCountry: United StatesFunding: Private
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Avg reliability55
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Fact / opinion1/0
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Truth score: 34 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 55 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Culture
1 source

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New RepublicLeft
Truth score 39
Left 100%100%
New RepublicLeft

Hegseth Faith Adviser’s Disgusting Social Media Comments Exposed

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s senior religious adviser is just as bigoted as he is, if not more. CNN reported that Ryan Higgins, who has closely advised Hegseth since he assumed office, has used his social media platforms to spread...

Lean: Left Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: United StatesFunding: PrivateOwner: Win McCormack
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Private100%
Countries
United States100%
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Win McCormack100%
Avg reliability68
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 39 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 68 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 12 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
26 sources

Who is covering this

PBS NewsHourLeans leftThe New York TimesLeftThe GuardianLeftThe Christian Science MonitorCenterCBS NewsLeans leftAxiosCenterCNBCCenterABC News (US)Leans leftThe Japan TimesCenterThe HillCenterAl Jazeera EnglishLeans leftUSA TODAYLeans leftNDTVCenterSouth China Morning PostLeans rightHindustan TimesCenterNew RepublicLeftThe Daily BeastLeftFox NewsRightTimes of IndiaCenterWashington ExaminerRightRaw StoryLeftRedStateRightRedditLeans leftBreitbart NewsRightZero HedgeRightAll 26 outlets
Truth score 878
Left 42%42%Centre 31%31%Right 27%27%
PBS NewsHourLeans left

Hegseth fires the Pentagon's top military planner even as Trump considers new Iran strikes

Army Lt. Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia was removed as head of strategy, plans and policy on the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Covered by 24 outlets: 10 lean left, 8 are centre, 6 lean right.

Lean: Leans left Fact-focusedFactuality: Very highCountry: United StatesFunding: Public broadcasterOwner: PBS (Nonprofit)
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Corporate54%
Private27%
State-funded8%
Public broadcaster4%
Nonprofit trust4%
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United States69%
India12%
Russia4%
Qatar4%
United Kingdom4%
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Independent15%
Nexstar Media Group8%
HT Media8%
RRPR Holding8%
Christian Science Publishing Society8%
Avg reliability69
Low-credibility share8%
Fact / opinion46/0
State media8%
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Truth score: 87 (Strongly corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 26 Reliability: 69 Bias severity: 22 Risk: 8Sentiment: -36Sensationalism: 1 Amplification: 0

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Politics
3 sources

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The HillCenterWashington TimesRightRaw StoryLeft
Truth score 63
Left 33%33%Centre 33%33%Right 33%33%
The HillCenter

Blackburn’s move to governor leaves Hegseth with potential parachute

Sen. Rep. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 1 are centre, 1 lean right.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: United StatesFunding: CorporateOwner: Nexstar Media Group
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Private67%
Corporate33%
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Operations Holdings33%
Raw Story33%
Nexstar Media Group33%
Avg reliability64
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion3/0
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Truth score: 63 (Corroborated) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 3 Reliability: 64 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 7 Amplification: 0

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Politics
2 sources

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NewsweekCenterNew York PostRight
Truth score 531
Centre 50%50%Right 50%50%
NewsweekCenter

Could Pete Hegseth Be Impeached? What a Democratic Midterm Win Could Mean

President Trump has defended Hegseth, insisting he has done a "great job" and dismissed the demands for impeachment as "terrible."

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: United StatesFunding: PrivateOwner: Newsweek Media Group
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Avg reliability65
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Fact / opinion2/0
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Truth score: 53 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 65 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 50Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
2 sources

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The Daily BeastLeftRedditLeans left
Truth score 45Factuality: Mixed
Left 100%100%
The Daily BeastLeft

Pentagon Secretly Braces for Embarrassing Trump Defeat

Jonathan Ernst/Reuters Pentagon officials are secretly preparing for Donald Trump’s demand for a record $1.5 trillion defense budget to fail, according to a report. For months, the Trump administration, including Defense Secretary Pete...

Lean: Left Fact-focusedFactuality: Mostly factualCountry: United StatesFunding: CorporateOwner: IAC
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Avg reliability58
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Fact / opinion2/0
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Truth score: 45 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 58 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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World
2 sources

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The Japan TimesCenterThe Epoch TimesRight
Truth score 45Factuality: Mixed
Centre 50%50%Right 50%50%
The Japan TimesCenter

With China in mind, Japan eyes more realistic joint military exercises

Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the commitment at a bilateral meeting this week.

Lean: Center Fact-focusedFactuality: HighCountry: JapanFunding: CorporateOwner: News2u Holdings
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Private50%
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Japan50%
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Epoch Media Group50%
News2u Holdings50%
Avg reliability58
Low-credibility share50%
Fact / opinion2/0
State media0%
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Truth score: 45 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 2 Reliability: 58 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 50Sentiment: -50Sensationalism: 4 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
1 source

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Raw StoryLeft
Truth score 34Factuality: Mixed
Left 100%100%
Raw StoryLeft

Pete Hegseth's flashy outfit gets brutal three-word review from men's style expert

Elevated risk

A menswear writer known for picking apart politicians’ clothes had a short verdict on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s look at a recent Army conference. “This looks undignified,” wrote Derek Guy, a menswear writer and editor at Put This...

Lean: Left Fact-focusedFactuality: MixedCountry: United StatesFunding: Private
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Avg reliability55
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Fact / opinion1/0
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Truth score: 34 (Weakly supported) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 55 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 12 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
1 source

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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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United States100%
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Epoch Media Group100%
Avg reliability35
Low-credibility share100%
Fact / opinion1/0
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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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Avg reliability65
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Fact / opinion1/0
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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%
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United Kingdom100%
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Scott Trust100%
Avg reliability85
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Fact / opinion1/0
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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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United Kingdom100%
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BBC (UK Government)100%
Avg reliability90
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
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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%
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Australia100%
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Australian Government100%
Avg reliability86
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
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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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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%
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Canada50%
United States50%
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Corus Entertainment50%
Walt Disney Company50%
Avg reliability78
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion2/0
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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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Defense and Security
1 source

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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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India100%
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RRPR Holding100%
Avg reliability75
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
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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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Travel
1 source

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Hindustan TimesCenter
Truth score 40
Centre 100%100%
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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India100%
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HT Media100%
Avg reliability72
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Fact / opinion1/0
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Truth score: 40 (Limited corroboration) Propaganda risk: 0 Trending: Low Sources: 1 Reliability: 72 Bias severity: 0 Risk: 0Sentiment: 0Sensationalism: 0 Amplification: 0

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Defense and Security
2 sources

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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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Public broadcaster50%
Corporate50%
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United Kingdom50%
India50%
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BBC (UK Government)50%
HT Media50%
Avg reliability81
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion2/0
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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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Health
1 source

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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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Canada100%
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Avg reliability65
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Fact / opinion1/0
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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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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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United Kingdom100%
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Independent100%
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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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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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Corporate100%
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France100%
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Alpac Capital100%
Avg reliability80
Low-credibility share0%
Fact / opinion1/0
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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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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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United Kingdom100%
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Comcast100%
Avg reliability80
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Fact / opinion1/0
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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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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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Corporate100%
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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

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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%
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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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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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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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