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December 2024

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nrc.nl
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EU Commission Formation Exposes Member State Dominance

After six months of political infighting and challenging parliamentary hearings, the European Union finally approved its new European Commission, highlighting the increased influence of member states over EU institutions and exposing tensions between national and European interests.

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60% Bias Score

forbes.com
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Anxiety Disorders Significantly Impact US Job Seekers

A recent CDC report reveals that 20% of American adults experienced anxiety symptoms in 2022; this, coupled with the nearly 40 million Americans already diagnosed with anxiety disorders, significantly impacts the job search process for this population, emphasizing the need for greater support and un...

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40% Bias Score

bbc.com
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Chrysler Building: A Rivalry That Shaped a Skyscraper

Fueled by a professional rivalry between former partners William van Alen and Harold Craig Severance, the Chrysler Building's construction in 1930, culminating in a secretly added antenna, secured its title as the world's tallest structure until the Empire State Building's completion.

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36% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
bbc.com
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British Lawyer Dies from Methanol Poisoning in Laos

British lawyer Simone White died in Laos from methanol poisoning after drinking vodka at Nana Backpackers hostel; five other tourists also died, highlighting dangers of unregulated alcohol in tourist destinations.

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32% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
theglobeandmail.com
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Irish Election: Center-Right Parties Likely to Govern Despite Fragmented Results

Ireland's election saw Fine Gael and Fianna Fail likely to form a new government despite a reduced vote share, reflecting voter concerns about housing, cost of living, and immigration; the proportional representation system led to a fragmented outcome.

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44% Bias Score

welt.de
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Hamburg CDU Proposes Private Investment for Major Infrastructure Projects

The Hamburg CDU proposes using private investors to fund major infrastructure projects like the Köhlbrandbrücke bridge, offering them shares of truck toll revenue or state payments in exchange for capital, aiming to accelerate construction and improve Hamburg's logistics standing.

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52% Bias Score

nos.nl
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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Hassan vies for World Athlete of the Year; Romania holds elections

Today, Sifan Hassan competes for World Athlete of the Year; Romania holds parliamentary elections following a pro-Russian president's win; and the final day of a speed skating World Cup takes place in Beijing.

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16% Bias Score

foxnews.com
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Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library to Open in North Dakota

A state-of-the-art Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library is under construction in North Dakota's Badlands, set to open July 4, 2026, emphasizing immersive experiences and Roosevelt's legacy of citizenship, leadership, and conservation.

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44% Bias Score

bbc.com
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Unexpected HIV Diagnosis in India Highlights Testing Gaps and Stigma

A 38-year-old Austrian man, Christopher Klettermayer, discovered his HIV-positive status unexpectedly during a mandatory test at an Indian ashram in 2014, after months of undiagnosed illness in Austria, prompting a personal journey of acceptance and advocacy against the stigma surrounding the virus.

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28% Bias Score

sueddeutsche.de
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Deutschland investiert zu wenig, obwohl die Ausgaben steigen

Eine IW-Studie zeigt, dass Deutschlands Bund trotz massiver Ausgabensteigerungen für Zukunftstechnologien wie Digitalisierung und Klimaschutz nur 2,7% der gesamtwirtschaftlichen Leistung in öffentliche Investitionen steckt, verglichen mit 3,6% im EU-Durchschnitt, da ein Großteil der Mittel nicht abg...

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48% Bias Score

faz.net
🌐 75% Global Worthiness
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Darmstadt Uses Drones to Map Urban Heat, Showing 70°C Surface Temperatures

A German tourist's complaint about paying for shade in Italy highlights the growing issue of urban heat in Germany, prompting Darmstadt to use drone infrared cameras to map heat sources, revealing that surface temperatures reach 70°C and that lighter pavements and more vegetation could improve cooli...

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20% Bias Score

sueddeutsche.de
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Expelled AfD Member to Join Rosenheim City Council

Stefan Bauer, a former AfD member expelled for his Holocaust-comparing statements regarding COVID-19 vaccinations, is set to become a Rosenheim city council member despite his party's objections after receiving 3726 votes in the 2020 election, filling a vacant seat.

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60% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions