Merz Calls for Courageous Reforms to Address Germany's Economic and Societal Challenges
Germany's future chancellor, Friedrich Merz, advocates for courageous reforms to overcome economic and societal challenges, including industrial restructuring, public sector downsizing, and intergenerational wealth redistribution.
Merz Calls for Courageous Reforms to Address Germany's Economic and Societal Challenges
Germany's future chancellor, Friedrich Merz, advocates for courageous reforms to overcome economic and societal challenges, including industrial restructuring, public sector downsizing, and intergenerational wealth redistribution.
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64% Bias Score
German Wages Outpace Inflation in 2024
German collective bargaining wages increased by 4.8 percent in 2024, exceeding the 2.2 percent rise in consumer prices due to inflation compensation bonuses and higher collective bargaining agreements; however, growth varied across sectors.
German Wages Outpace Inflation in 2024
German collective bargaining wages increased by 4.8 percent in 2024, exceeding the 2.2 percent rise in consumer prices due to inflation compensation bonuses and higher collective bargaining agreements; however, growth varied across sectors.
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40% Bias Score
NSW Children's Guardian Steps Aside Amidst Independent Inquiry
Following "serious and disturbing allegations," the NSW children's guardian, Stephen Kinmond, has temporarily stepped aside pending an independent inquiry announced Friday night by the Minister for Families and Communities, Kate Washington. The inquiry will investigate unspecified allegations, and M...
NSW Children's Guardian Steps Aside Amidst Independent Inquiry
Following "serious and disturbing allegations," the NSW children's guardian, Stephen Kinmond, has temporarily stepped aside pending an independent inquiry announced Friday night by the Minister for Families and Communities, Kate Washington. The inquiry will investigate unspecified allegations, and M...
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24% Bias Score
Italian Hospital's AI-Powered Screening Improves Rare Disease Diagnosis
The Giovanni XXIII hospital in Bari, Italy, announced that its neonatal screening center identified 31 newborns with rare diseases in 2024, enabling early diagnosis and treatment; since 2017, 492 newborns have been helped through this program, which uses robotic technology and AI to speed up the pro...
Italian Hospital's AI-Powered Screening Improves Rare Disease Diagnosis
The Giovanni XXIII hospital in Bari, Italy, announced that its neonatal screening center identified 31 newborns with rare diseases in 2024, enabling early diagnosis and treatment; since 2017, 492 newborns have been helped through this program, which uses robotic technology and AI to speed up the pro...
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32% Bias Score
Vatican's Financial Crisis Deepens Amidst Pope's Illness
Facing internal opposition, Pope Francis, hospitalized with pneumonia, ordered a new commission to increase donations to the Vatican, which has a growing deficit and substantial pension fund liabilities.
Vatican's Financial Crisis Deepens Amidst Pope's Illness
Facing internal opposition, Pope Francis, hospitalized with pneumonia, ordered a new commission to increase donations to the Vatican, which has a growing deficit and substantial pension fund liabilities.
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48% Bias Score
14,000 Americans Retire in Portugal: Rising Costs and Government Response
Approximately 14,000 Americans currently reside in Portugal, drawn by its favorable climate, affordable cost of living (though rising), quality healthcare, and large expat community; however, this influx has increased property prices in popular areas.
14,000 Americans Retire in Portugal: Rising Costs and Government Response
Approximately 14,000 Americans currently reside in Portugal, drawn by its favorable climate, affordable cost of living (though rising), quality healthcare, and large expat community; however, this influx has increased property prices in popular areas.
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44% Bias Score
Women's Role Crucial to NRW Employment, but STEM Gap Remains
In North Rhine-Westphalia, women constitute 45.8% of the workforce, significantly contributing to employment growth over the past 15 years; however, they remain underrepresented in STEM fields (15.9%), posing a challenge for future economic development.
Women's Role Crucial to NRW Employment, but STEM Gap Remains
In North Rhine-Westphalia, women constitute 45.8% of the workforce, significantly contributing to employment growth over the past 15 years; however, they remain underrepresented in STEM fields (15.9%), posing a challenge for future economic development.
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40% Bias Score
UK House Prices Rise for Sixth Month Despite Economic Slowdown
UK house prices rose 0.4% in February, continuing a six-month growth streak to £270,493 on average, despite economic slowdown, potentially driven by pre-April stamp duty increase purchases; annual growth slowed to 3.9%.
UK House Prices Rise for Sixth Month Despite Economic Slowdown
UK house prices rose 0.4% in February, continuing a six-month growth streak to £270,493 on average, despite economic slowdown, potentially driven by pre-April stamp duty increase purchases; annual growth slowed to 3.9%.
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28% Bias Score
La vida breve": A comedic look at Spain's largely unknown King Luis I
La vida breve," a new Spanish-language comedy series on Movistar Plus+, uses anachronisms and modern humor to depict the largely unknown reign of King Luis I of Spain in 1724, contrasting his short rule with the complexities of his father Felipe V's mental health and governance.
La vida breve": A comedic look at Spain's largely unknown King Luis I
La vida breve," a new Spanish-language comedy series on Movistar Plus+, uses anachronisms and modern humor to depict the largely unknown reign of King Luis I of Spain in 1724, contrasting his short rule with the complexities of his father Felipe V's mental health and governance.
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24% Bias Score
Madrid Design Festival Expands to Carabanchel and Tetuán
The Madrid Design Festival (MDF25) expands to Carabanchel (March 1-2) and Tetuán (March 7-9), showcasing nearly 20 studios and collectives through open studios events featuring diverse design disciplines like biophilic design, ceramic art, and upcycled materials, promoting local talent and community...
Madrid Design Festival Expands to Carabanchel and Tetuán
The Madrid Design Festival (MDF25) expands to Carabanchel (March 1-2) and Tetuán (March 7-9), showcasing nearly 20 studios and collectives through open studios events featuring diverse design disciplines like biophilic design, ceramic art, and upcycled materials, promoting local talent and community...
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20% Bias Score
20-Year-Old Accused of Sexually Assaulting 12-Year-Old in Turin Train Station
A 20-year-old man is accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in the restrooms of Turin's Porta Nuova train station in July; the girl initially stated consent but later recanted, claiming she was forced and given marijuana; the investigation is ongoing.
20-Year-Old Accused of Sexually Assaulting 12-Year-Old in Turin Train Station
A 20-year-old man is accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in the restrooms of Turin's Porta Nuova train station in July; the girl initially stated consent but later recanted, claiming she was forced and given marijuana; the investigation is ongoing.
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56% Bias Score
Genting Bhd CEO Steps Down Amidst Financial Challenges and Restructuring
Malaysian billionaire Lim Kok Thay is stepping down as CEO of Genting Bhd, handing over to Tan Kong Han, amidst an 11% drop in full-year net profit to $448 million and a 12% slump in shares to a four-year low, while the company invests heavily in energy and resort revamps.
Genting Bhd CEO Steps Down Amidst Financial Challenges and Restructuring
Malaysian billionaire Lim Kok Thay is stepping down as CEO of Genting Bhd, handing over to Tan Kong Han, amidst an 11% drop in full-year net profit to $448 million and a 12% slump in shares to a four-year low, while the company invests heavily in energy and resort revamps.
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48% Bias Score