County-Level Disparities in US Healthcare Spending Hit Record High
A new study reveals that Americans spent a record $470 billion in out-of-pocket healthcare costs in 2019, with tenfold variations county-by-county due to insurance coverage, location, and healthcare utilization.
County-Level Disparities in US Healthcare Spending Hit Record High
A new study reveals that Americans spent a record $470 billion in out-of-pocket healthcare costs in 2019, with tenfold variations county-by-county due to insurance coverage, location, and healthcare utilization.
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36% Bias Score
Jumping Castle Tragedy: Six Children Dead, Operator on Trial
Six children died and three were seriously injured when a sudden wind gust lifted a jumping castle into the air at a Tasmanian primary school in December 2021; the castle's operator is on trial for failing to comply with health and safety regulations, and the manufacturer is accused of providing ina...
Jumping Castle Tragedy: Six Children Dead, Operator on Trial
Six children died and three were seriously injured when a sudden wind gust lifted a jumping castle into the air at a Tasmanian primary school in December 2021; the castle's operator is on trial for failing to comply with health and safety regulations, and the manufacturer is accused of providing ina...
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48% Bias Score
Miami Shooting: Man Shoots Israeli Father and Son, Mistaking Them for Palestinians
On October 26, 2024, in Miami, Florida, Mordechai Brafman, 27, shot at an Israeli father and son 17 times, mistaking them for Palestinians; both victims survived, and Brafman was arrested. The incident is part of a recent increase in anti-Palestinian attacks in the US following the October 2023 Gaza...
Miami Shooting: Man Shoots Israeli Father and Son, Mistaking Them for Palestinians
On October 26, 2024, in Miami, Florida, Mordechai Brafman, 27, shot at an Israeli father and son 17 times, mistaking them for Palestinians; both victims survived, and Brafman was arrested. The incident is part of a recent increase in anti-Palestinian attacks in the US following the October 2023 Gaza...
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40% Bias Score
Trump's Actions Fuel Global Oil Market Volatility
Global oil prices remain volatile due to President Trump's trade threats, potential sanctions on Iran, and possible direct involvement in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Brent crude trading between $74.19 and $75.35 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate between $70.12 and $71.40 on Monday.
Trump's Actions Fuel Global Oil Market Volatility
Global oil prices remain volatile due to President Trump's trade threats, potential sanctions on Iran, and possible direct involvement in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Brent crude trading between $74.19 and $75.35 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate between $70.12 and $71.40 on Monday.
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40% Bias Score
Mexico Threatens Google Lawsuit Over "Gulf of America" Name Change
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum threatened to sue Google for renaming the "Gulf of Mexico" to "Gulf of America" on Google Maps, following a U.S. government update, despite Mexico's objections; the lawsuit's details remain unclear.
Mexico Threatens Google Lawsuit Over "Gulf of America" Name Change
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum threatened to sue Google for renaming the "Gulf of Mexico" to "Gulf of America" on Google Maps, following a U.S. government update, despite Mexico's objections; the lawsuit's details remain unclear.
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36% Bias Score
U.S. Shifts to Reciprocal Tariffs, Abandoning Universal Tariff Plan
President Trump's administration abandoned its plan for universal tariffs in favor of reciprocal tariffs, matching import duties levied by other countries; this shift is expected to lessen the impact on U.S. consumers and is viewed favorably by investors and trading partners, though implementation w...
U.S. Shifts to Reciprocal Tariffs, Abandoning Universal Tariff Plan
President Trump's administration abandoned its plan for universal tariffs in favor of reciprocal tariffs, matching import duties levied by other countries; this shift is expected to lessen the impact on U.S. consumers and is viewed favorably by investors and trading partners, though implementation w...
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40% Bias Score
NHS Fife Faces Lawsuit Over Transgender Doctor, Single-Sex Space Dispute
Nurse Sandie Peggie is suing NHS Fife and a transgender doctor for harassment after being forced to share changing facilities, leading to a postponed disciplinary hearing against Peggie and prompting criticism of the SNP government's handling of gender recognition laws.
NHS Fife Faces Lawsuit Over Transgender Doctor, Single-Sex Space Dispute
Nurse Sandie Peggie is suing NHS Fife and a transgender doctor for harassment after being forced to share changing facilities, leading to a postponed disciplinary hearing against Peggie and prompting criticism of the SNP government's handling of gender recognition laws.
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68% Bias Score
EU Security Strategy Discussed Amidst US-Russia Ukraine Peace Talks
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez attended a Paris meeting on Monday to coordinate the EU's security and defense strategy concerning a potential Ukraine peace agreement, prompted by US-Russia direct talks, emphasizing the need for increased defense spending and a unified EU approach.
EU Security Strategy Discussed Amidst US-Russia Ukraine Peace Talks
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez attended a Paris meeting on Monday to coordinate the EU's security and defense strategy concerning a potential Ukraine peace agreement, prompted by US-Russia direct talks, emphasizing the need for increased defense spending and a unified EU approach.
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40% Bias Score
Hamas Interview with Anti-Israel Influencer Jackson Hinkle to be Released Monday
American communist influencer Jackson Hinkle will release an interview with Hamas leaders on Monday at 3 p.m. EST, following his history of anti-Israel and antisemitic posts and conspiracy theories, including the use of fake accounts to boost his online presence.
Hamas Interview with Anti-Israel Influencer Jackson Hinkle to be Released Monday
American communist influencer Jackson Hinkle will release an interview with Hamas leaders on Monday at 3 p.m. EST, following his history of anti-Israel and antisemitic posts and conspiracy theories, including the use of fake accounts to boost his online presence.
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40% Bias Score
Crypto Boom Fuels Robinhood and Coinbase's Q4 Earnings
Robinhood's Q4 2024 revenue soared 700% year-over-year to $358 million, driven by customer holdings of $8.8 billion in Dogecoin; Coinbase's Q4 net revenue nearly doubled to $2.2 billion, while the crypto industry intensifies lobbying efforts in Washington D.C.
Crypto Boom Fuels Robinhood and Coinbase's Q4 Earnings
Robinhood's Q4 2024 revenue soared 700% year-over-year to $358 million, driven by customer holdings of $8.8 billion in Dogecoin; Coinbase's Q4 net revenue nearly doubled to $2.2 billion, while the crypto industry intensifies lobbying efforts in Washington D.C.
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44% Bias Score
Pope Francis Hospitalized with Complex Respiratory Infection
Pope Francis, 88, is hospitalized in Rome with a complex respiratory tract polymicrobial infection, requiring continued treatment following last week's admission for bronchitis and testing; the infection, located in his lungs, necessitates prolonged antibiotic treatment.
Pope Francis Hospitalized with Complex Respiratory Infection
Pope Francis, 88, is hospitalized in Rome with a complex respiratory tract polymicrobial infection, requiring continued treatment following last week's admission for bronchitis and testing; the infection, located in his lungs, necessitates prolonged antibiotic treatment.
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28% Bias Score
Kenya Tackles Maasai Mara Overtourism with Fee Hikes and Vehicle Restrictions
Overtourism in Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve during the Great Migration's peak season (July-August) is causing overcrowding and stressing wildlife; in response, authorities have increased entry fees and banned private vehicles, aiming to improve wildlife welfare and enhance visitor experience...
Kenya Tackles Maasai Mara Overtourism with Fee Hikes and Vehicle Restrictions
Overtourism in Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve during the Great Migration's peak season (July-August) is causing overcrowding and stressing wildlife; in response, authorities have increased entry fees and banned private vehicles, aiming to improve wildlife welfare and enhance visitor experience...
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48% Bias Score