Liverpool Bishop Resigns Amid Sexual Assault Accusations
Following accusations of sexual assault and harassment, Bishop John Perumbalath of Liverpool resigned on Thursday, a move the Diocese called a "step for the good." This comes amid multiple sexual abuse scandals within the Church of England, including the recent resignation of the Archbishop of Cante...
Liverpool Bishop Resigns Amid Sexual Assault Accusations
Following accusations of sexual assault and harassment, Bishop John Perumbalath of Liverpool resigned on Thursday, a move the Diocese called a "step for the good." This comes amid multiple sexual abuse scandals within the Church of England, including the recent resignation of the Archbishop of Cante...
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44% Bias Score
Kennedy Denies Past Statements During Heated Senate Hearing
During his Senate confirmation hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's nominee for HHS secretary, denied or downplayed previous statements on vaccines, abortion, and school shootings, despite senators providing direct quotes, raising concerns about his credibility and fitness for office.
Kennedy Denies Past Statements During Heated Senate Hearing
During his Senate confirmation hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's nominee for HHS secretary, denied or downplayed previous statements on vaccines, abortion, and school shootings, despite senators providing direct quotes, raising concerns about his credibility and fitness for office.
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52% Bias Score
Divergent Q4 Earnings Reports from Tech Giants Reveal Contrasting Growth Strategies
Tesla, Microsoft, and Meta Platforms reported mixed Q4 earnings; Tesla's future growth projections boosted investor confidence despite weak Q4 results; Microsoft's Azure Cloud growth slowed due to capacity constraints; Meta exceeded expectations despite regulatory challenges and predicted strong gro...
Divergent Q4 Earnings Reports from Tech Giants Reveal Contrasting Growth Strategies
Tesla, Microsoft, and Meta Platforms reported mixed Q4 earnings; Tesla's future growth projections boosted investor confidence despite weak Q4 results; Microsoft's Azure Cloud growth slowed due to capacity constraints; Meta exceeded expectations despite regulatory challenges and predicted strong gro...
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36% Bias Score
Adams' Attorney Seeks Dismissal of Corruption Charges
Mayor Eric Adams' attorney requested the Justice Department drop federal corruption charges against him, prompting discussions between Washington and New York officials, though prosecutors show no sign of dismissing the case which includes five counts and alleges over \$100,000 in illicit payments f...
Adams' Attorney Seeks Dismissal of Corruption Charges
Mayor Eric Adams' attorney requested the Justice Department drop federal corruption charges against him, prompting discussions between Washington and New York officials, though prosecutors show no sign of dismissing the case which includes five counts and alleges over \$100,000 in illicit payments f...
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40% Bias Score
Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years for Bribery
Former US Senator Bob Menendez received an 11-year prison sentence on Wednesday for bribery and acting as a foreign agent, following a conviction on multiple felony charges involving gold bars, cash, and a Mercedes-Benz received in exchange for favors to Egypt and New Jersey businessmen.
Menendez Sentenced to 11 Years for Bribery
Former US Senator Bob Menendez received an 11-year prison sentence on Wednesday for bribery and acting as a foreign agent, following a conviction on multiple felony charges involving gold bars, cash, and a Mercedes-Benz received in exchange for favors to Egypt and New Jersey businessmen.
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52% Bias Score
Fed Holds Rates Steady in January 2025 Amid Elevated Inflation
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on January 29, 2025, at 4.25%-4.50%, citing elevated inflation (December 2024 CPI: 2.9%, core CPI: 3.2%) and a strong labor market (4.1% unemployment); however, future rate cuts remain dependent on inflation's trajectory.
Fed Holds Rates Steady in January 2025 Amid Elevated Inflation
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on January 29, 2025, at 4.25%-4.50%, citing elevated inflation (December 2024 CPI: 2.9%, core CPI: 3.2%) and a strong labor market (4.1% unemployment); however, future rate cuts remain dependent on inflation's trajectory.
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40% Bias Score
Moe Opposes Broad Counter-Tariffs Against Potential US Tariffs
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe opposes broad counter-tariffs against potential US tariffs on Canadian goods, advocating instead for targeted measures as seen effective during a previous meat-labeling dispute with the U.S., to avoid widespread economic harm and maintain economic integration.
Moe Opposes Broad Counter-Tariffs Against Potential US Tariffs
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe opposes broad counter-tariffs against potential US tariffs on Canadian goods, advocating instead for targeted measures as seen effective during a previous meat-labeling dispute with the U.S., to avoid widespread economic harm and maintain economic integration.
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44% Bias Score
40 Dead in Stampede at India's Maha Kumbh Mela
At least 40 people died and hundreds were injured in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, India, during the early hours of Wednesday, as pilgrims rushed to take a holy bath, overwhelming barriers and causing a deadly crush.
40 Dead in Stampede at India's Maha Kumbh Mela
At least 40 people died and hundreds were injured in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, India, during the early hours of Wednesday, as pilgrims rushed to take a holy bath, overwhelming barriers and causing a deadly crush.
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Congo's Tshisekedi Responds to M23's Goma Takeover
Following the M23 militia's seizure of Goma, Congolese President Tshisekedi addressed the nation, urging resistance, accusing Rwanda of support, criticizing international inaction, and announcing a humanitarian plan; the EAC called for a ceasefire.
Congo's Tshisekedi Responds to M23's Goma Takeover
Following the M23 militia's seizure of Goma, Congolese President Tshisekedi addressed the nation, urging resistance, accusing Rwanda of support, criticizing international inaction, and announcing a humanitarian plan; the EAC called for a ceasefire.
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40% Bias Score
Norman Bridges Australia-Trump Relations
Greg Norman, acting as an intermediary, successfully facilitated communication between the Australian government and Donald Trump, though the details of the request remain undisclosed; this follows Norman's prior role in connecting Trump and former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull.
Norman Bridges Australia-Trump Relations
Greg Norman, acting as an intermediary, successfully facilitated communication between the Australian government and Donald Trump, though the details of the request remain undisclosed; this follows Norman's prior role in connecting Trump and former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull.
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40% Bias Score
Dubai Airport Sets Record with 92.3 Million Passengers in 2024
Dubai International Airport announced a record 92.3 million passengers in 2024, exceeding its pre-pandemic high and highlighting the city's economic recovery, though challenges remain as it plans to move operations in 10 years to Al Maktoum International Airport after a $35 billion upgrade.
Dubai Airport Sets Record with 92.3 Million Passengers in 2024
Dubai International Airport announced a record 92.3 million passengers in 2024, exceeding its pre-pandemic high and highlighting the city's economic recovery, though challenges remain as it plans to move operations in 10 years to Al Maktoum International Airport after a $35 billion upgrade.
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44% Bias Score
Microsoft Shares Plunge After DeepSeek Market Shock
Microsoft shares fell 4% in after-hours trading despite exceeding revenue and profit estimates, due to higher-than-expected capital expenditure (\$1.6bn above forecasts) and slower Azure cloud growth, following the DeepSeek market shock that saw over β¬1trn wiped off Nasdaq constituents.
Microsoft Shares Plunge After DeepSeek Market Shock
Microsoft shares fell 4% in after-hours trading despite exceeding revenue and profit estimates, due to higher-than-expected capital expenditure (\$1.6bn above forecasts) and slower Azure cloud growth, following the DeepSeek market shock that saw over β¬1trn wiped off Nasdaq constituents.
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48% Bias Score