December 2024
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New Antiviral Mechanism Discovered in Bacteria
Chinese scientists discovered CRISPR-CAAD, a new bacterial antiviral mechanism that converts ATP into toxic ITP, hindering phage reproduction and allowing bacteria to resist infection by entering a temporary dormancy state; this finding, published in Science, may lead to new anti-infective drugs.
New Antiviral Mechanism Discovered in Bacteria
Chinese scientists discovered CRISPR-CAAD, a new bacterial antiviral mechanism that converts ATP into toxic ITP, hindering phage reproduction and allowing bacteria to resist infection by entering a temporary dormancy state; this finding, published in Science, may lead to new anti-infective drugs.
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4% Bias Score
US Airstrikes and Swift Power Shift Limit ISIS Resurgence in Post-Assad Syria
Following the swift overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in Syria, the US launched numerous airstrikes against ISIS, mitigating the terror group's ability to exploit the chaotic situation; while the release of prisoners from Assad's jails raised concerns about the potential release of ISIS fighters, experts...
US Airstrikes and Swift Power Shift Limit ISIS Resurgence in Post-Assad Syria
Following the swift overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in Syria, the US launched numerous airstrikes against ISIS, mitigating the terror group's ability to exploit the chaotic situation; while the release of prisoners from Assad's jails raised concerns about the potential release of ISIS fighters, experts...
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44% Bias Score
United Russia" Integrates SMO Veterans into Leadership, Announces Policy Updates
United Russia" party's XXII Congress will integrate special military operation (SMO) veterans into leadership and update its program, following the party's delivery of over 130,000 tons of humanitarian aid to SMO participants and their families.
United Russia" Integrates SMO Veterans into Leadership, Announces Policy Updates
United Russia" party's XXII Congress will integrate special military operation (SMO) veterans into leadership and update its program, following the party's delivery of over 130,000 tons of humanitarian aid to SMO participants and their families.
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56% Bias Score
XRP Surges 370% Post-Election on Regulatory Shift
Since the election of President-elect Trump, XRP cryptocurrency has surged 370%, surpassing Solana to become the third-largest cryptocurrency by market value, driven by a change in regulatory environment and subsequent ETF applications; however, its long-term prospects remain uncertain.
XRP Surges 370% Post-Election on Regulatory Shift
Since the election of President-elect Trump, XRP cryptocurrency has surged 370%, surpassing Solana to become the third-largest cryptocurrency by market value, driven by a change in regulatory environment and subsequent ETF applications; however, its long-term prospects remain uncertain.
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48% Bias Score
U.S. Tax Law Conflicts With Foreign Legal Systems
The U.S. tax system's global reach creates complexities for citizens and tax professionals navigating the interplay between U.S. and foreign laws, particularly concerning cross-border transactions and conflicting legal interpretations, leading to potential penalties for non-compliance.
U.S. Tax Law Conflicts With Foreign Legal Systems
The U.S. tax system's global reach creates complexities for citizens and tax professionals navigating the interplay between U.S. and foreign laws, particularly concerning cross-border transactions and conflicting legal interpretations, leading to potential penalties for non-compliance.
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52% Bias Score
Trump to Give In-Person Deposition in Defamation Lawsuit Against ABC
President-elect Donald Trump will undergo an in-person deposition the week of December 16th in his defamation lawsuit against ABC News and George Stephanopoulos for repeatedly misrepresenting a court ruling regarding a rape accusation, despite ABC's claim that Stephanopoulos's statement was based on...
Trump to Give In-Person Deposition in Defamation Lawsuit Against ABC
President-elect Donald Trump will undergo an in-person deposition the week of December 16th in his defamation lawsuit against ABC News and George Stephanopoulos for repeatedly misrepresenting a court ruling regarding a rape accusation, despite ABC's claim that Stephanopoulos's statement was based on...
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52% Bias Score
Global South's Rise Boosts International Trade, Fosters ASEAN Cooperation
At a Kuala Lumpur conference, a Malaysian official highlighted the rise of Global South countries as a positive force in international trade, driving cooperation on various global challenges and enhancing regional development through strengthened ASEAN engagement.
Global South's Rise Boosts International Trade, Fosters ASEAN Cooperation
At a Kuala Lumpur conference, a Malaysian official highlighted the rise of Global South countries as a positive force in international trade, driving cooperation on various global challenges and enhancing regional development through strengthened ASEAN engagement.
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44% Bias Score
Israel's Post-War Trauma: Economic Hardship and Societal Tensions
In the aftermath of a recent war in Israel, residents grapple with returning to normalcy while facing economic hardship, societal tensions, and the unresolved captivity of Israelis. The conflict exposed both the best and worst in human nature.
Israel's Post-War Trauma: Economic Hardship and Societal Tensions
In the aftermath of a recent war in Israel, residents grapple with returning to normalcy while facing economic hardship, societal tensions, and the unresolved captivity of Israelis. The conflict exposed both the best and worst in human nature.
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48% Bias Score
Georgian Dream Candidate Wins Presidential Election Amidst Protests
Georgia held presidential elections on December 14, 2023, using a new electoral college system. Mikheil Kavelashvili of the ruling Georgian Dream party won with 224 votes, while incumbent Salome Zourabichvili refused to concede, leading to ongoing protests and an EU response.
Georgian Dream Candidate Wins Presidential Election Amidst Protests
Georgia held presidential elections on December 14, 2023, using a new electoral college system. Mikheil Kavelashvili of the ruling Georgian Dream party won with 224 votes, while incumbent Salome Zourabichvili refused to concede, leading to ongoing protests and an EU response.
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80% Bias Score
Borderlands 4 Goes Open World
Borderlands 4, announced at The Game Awards, will abandon its traditional segmented zones for a fully seamless open world, including previously out-of-reach areas, and will feature a grappling hook for enhanced traversal and combat.
Borderlands 4 Goes Open World
Borderlands 4, announced at The Game Awards, will abandon its traditional segmented zones for a fully seamless open world, including previously out-of-reach areas, and will feature a grappling hook for enhanced traversal and combat.
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36% Bias Score
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Impeached
South Korea's parliament impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for attempting to impose martial law, a move that passed 204 to 85 in the National Assembly and triggered widespread protests; Prime Minister Han Duck-soo assumed acting presidential duties, while the Constitutional Court has 180 days to dec...
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Impeached
South Korea's parliament impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for attempting to impose martial law, a move that passed 204 to 85 in the National Assembly and triggered widespread protests; Prime Minister Han Duck-soo assumed acting presidential duties, while the Constitutional Court has 180 days to dec...
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52% Bias Score
Trump, Vance Bring Controversial Guests to Army-Navy Game
President-elect Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance will attend the Army-Navy game on Saturday with controversial guests: Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth, facing confirmation challenges due to misconduct allegations, and Daniel Penny, acquitted in a New York City subway chokehold case.
Trump, Vance Bring Controversial Guests to Army-Navy Game
President-elect Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance will attend the Army-Navy game on Saturday with controversial guests: Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth, facing confirmation challenges due to misconduct allegations, and Daniel Penny, acquitted in a New York City subway chokehold case.
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48% Bias Score