December 2024
January 2025
USDA to Begin Nationwide Milk Testing for H5N1 Bird Flu
The USDA will begin nationwide testing of raw milk from dairy silos for H5N1 bird flu starting December 16 in six states: California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Oregon, and Pennsylvania, to track its spread, enhance biosecurity, and ensure milk safety.
USDA to Begin Nationwide Milk Testing for H5N1 Bird Flu
The USDA will begin nationwide testing of raw milk from dairy silos for H5N1 bird flu starting December 16 in six states: California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Oregon, and Pennsylvania, to track its spread, enhance biosecurity, and ensure milk safety.
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4% Bias Score
Trump Nominates SpaceX-Linked Billionaire to Lead NASA
President-elect Trump's nomination of Jared Isaacman, a tech billionaire and spaceflight entrepreneur with close ties to SpaceX, to lead NASA, has generated excitement and concern regarding potential conflicts of interest, given NASA's increased reliance on private companies like SpaceX for crucial ...
Trump Nominates SpaceX-Linked Billionaire to Lead NASA
President-elect Trump's nomination of Jared Isaacman, a tech billionaire and spaceflight entrepreneur with close ties to SpaceX, to lead NASA, has generated excitement and concern regarding potential conflicts of interest, given NASA's increased reliance on private companies like SpaceX for crucial ...
Progress
40% Bias Score
U.S. Investigates Spain for Blocking Arms Shipments to Israel
The U.S. is investigating Spain for allegedly denying port entry to at least three cargo ships carrying U.S. weapons to Israel, potentially incurring millions in fines for Spain; this follows Spain's October 2023 halt of arms to Israel and its May 2024 recognition of a Palestinian state.
U.S. Investigates Spain for Blocking Arms Shipments to Israel
The U.S. is investigating Spain for allegedly denying port entry to at least three cargo ships carrying U.S. weapons to Israel, potentially incurring millions in fines for Spain; this follows Spain's October 2023 halt of arms to Israel and its May 2024 recognition of a Palestinian state.
Progress
36% Bias Score
Algeria's Transnational Repression Silences Dissent
The Algerian government is targeting its citizens abroad for expressing criticism, leading to self-censorship and fear of returning home, as exemplified by the recent arrest of writer Boualem Sansal. This transnational repression, intensified since the 2020 pandemic, aims to suppress the Hirak movem...
Algeria's Transnational Repression Silences Dissent
The Algerian government is targeting its citizens abroad for expressing criticism, leading to self-censorship and fear of returning home, as exemplified by the recent arrest of writer Boualem Sansal. This transnational repression, intensified since the 2020 pandemic, aims to suppress the Hirak movem...
Progress
52% Bias Score
Urine Test Detects Lung Cancer Earlier Using \"Zombie Cells\"
British scientists created a urine test detecting lung cancer earlier by identifying \"zombie cells\"—senescent cells releasing proteins detected by an injectable sensor—which successfully identified early-stage lung cancer in rats, potentially revolutionizing cancer detection.
Urine Test Detects Lung Cancer Earlier Using \"Zombie Cells\"
British scientists created a urine test detecting lung cancer earlier by identifying \"zombie cells\"—senescent cells releasing proteins detected by an injectable sensor—which successfully identified early-stage lung cancer in rats, potentially revolutionizing cancer detection.
Progress
40% Bias Score
"Record EU Military Spending in 2023 Reaches €279 Billion Amidst Heightened Security Concerns"
"EU military spending reached a record high of €279 billion in 2023, a 10% increase from 2022, driven by Russia's actions and concerns about regional security; NATO plans to deploy 300,000 troops to its eastern flank within 30 days in response to a potential Russian attack."
"Record EU Military Spending in 2023 Reaches €279 Billion Amidst Heightened Security Concerns"
"EU military spending reached a record high of €279 billion in 2023, a 10% increase from 2022, driven by Russia's actions and concerns about regional security; NATO plans to deploy 300,000 troops to its eastern flank within 30 days in response to a potential Russian attack."
Progress
48% Bias Score
USDA to Begin Nationwide Raw Milk Testing for H5N1 Bird Flu
The USDA will begin testing raw milk nationwide for H5N1 bird flu starting December 16 in six states (California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Oregon, Pennsylvania) to track its spread, improve biosecurity and address farmer concerns.
USDA to Begin Nationwide Raw Milk Testing for H5N1 Bird Flu
The USDA will begin testing raw milk nationwide for H5N1 bird flu starting December 16 in six states (California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Oregon, Pennsylvania) to track its spread, improve biosecurity and address farmer concerns.
Progress
36% Bias Score
90 Dead in Mozambique's Post-Election Violence
At least 90 people have died in Mozambique in post-election violence since October 21, sparked by the assassination of two opposition figures and disputed election results awarding victory to the ruling Frelimo party, according to the Plataforma Decide civil society group; police confirmed five addi...
90 Dead in Mozambique's Post-Election Violence
At least 90 people have died in Mozambique in post-election violence since October 21, sparked by the assassination of two opposition figures and disputed election results awarding victory to the ruling Frelimo party, according to the Plataforma Decide civil society group; police confirmed five addi...
Progress
36% Bias Score
January 6th Rioter Sentenced, Immediately Imprisoned
A January 6th Capitol rioter, Philip Sean Grillo, was sentenced to one year in prison, immediately remanded into custody by Judge Royce Lamberth, despite claims of a future presidential pardon from Donald Trump; the judge emphasized accountability and the judiciary's role in delivering justice.
January 6th Rioter Sentenced, Immediately Imprisoned
A January 6th Capitol rioter, Philip Sean Grillo, was sentenced to one year in prison, immediately remanded into custody by Judge Royce Lamberth, despite claims of a future presidential pardon from Donald Trump; the judge emphasized accountability and the judiciary's role in delivering justice.
Progress
44% Bias Score
French Budget Crisis: Deficit to Rise, Refinancing Costs Increase
The resignation of French Prime Minister Barnier leaves France without a valid budget, potentially increasing the public deficit to 6.3-6.6% of GDP and raising refinancing costs. The EU's 3% deficit limit is at risk, while a special law might be needed to maintain tax collection and social security ...
French Budget Crisis: Deficit to Rise, Refinancing Costs Increase
The resignation of French Prime Minister Barnier leaves France without a valid budget, potentially increasing the public deficit to 6.3-6.6% of GDP and raising refinancing costs. The EU's 3% deficit limit is at risk, while a special law might be needed to maintain tax collection and social security ...
Progress
36% Bias Score
"Record EU Military Spending Reaches €279 Billion in 2023"
"In 2023, EU military spending reached a record high of €279 billion, a 10% increase from 2022, driven by geopolitical instability and a need to modernize defense capabilities, prompting calls for increased investment to meet NATO's deterrence goals."
"Record EU Military Spending Reaches €279 Billion in 2023"
"In 2023, EU military spending reached a record high of €279 billion, a 10% increase from 2022, driven by geopolitical instability and a need to modernize defense capabilities, prompting calls for increased investment to meet NATO's deterrence goals."
Progress
48% Bias Score
27 Million Euro Fraud Targeting France's MaPrimeRénov' Program
A 27 million euro fraud targeting France's MaPrimeRénov' energy renovation program has been uncovered, leaving 386 victims, primarily low-income individuals and retirees, heavily indebted after fraudulent companies promised energy rebates and loans for installations that were never fulfilled.
27 Million Euro Fraud Targeting France's MaPrimeRénov' Program
A 27 million euro fraud targeting France's MaPrimeRénov' energy renovation program has been uncovered, leaving 386 victims, primarily low-income individuals and retirees, heavily indebted after fraudulent companies promised energy rebates and loans for installations that were never fulfilled.
Progress
24% Bias Score