December 2024
January 2025
Schiphol Airport Imposes Emergency Ordinance Due to Extinction Rebellion Demonstration
Due to a planned Extinction Rebellion demonstration at Schiphol Airport tomorrow, the municipality of Haarlemmermeer issued an emergency ordinance restricting access near airport fences and prohibiting items that could disrupt public order, citing concerns about planned "high-risk actions".
Schiphol Airport Imposes Emergency Ordinance Due to Extinction Rebellion Demonstration
Due to a planned Extinction Rebellion demonstration at Schiphol Airport tomorrow, the municipality of Haarlemmermeer issued an emergency ordinance restricting access near airport fences and prohibiting items that could disrupt public order, citing concerns about planned "high-risk actions".
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44% Bias Score
Rostov-on-Don Opens Military-Social Center for Streamlined Support
A Military-Social Center, established by the Russian Ministry of Defense, opened December 13 in Rostov-on-Don within the "Defenders of the Fatherland" fund, providing a one-stop shop for military personnel and their families to access support services, including consultations and assistance with var...
Rostov-on-Don Opens Military-Social Center for Streamlined Support
A Military-Social Center, established by the Russian Ministry of Defense, opened December 13 in Rostov-on-Don within the "Defenders of the Fatherland" fund, providing a one-stop shop for military personnel and their families to access support services, including consultations and assistance with var...
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44% Bias Score
UK GDP Shrinks for Second Month, Undermining Economic Growth Pledges
Britain's GDP unexpectedly fell by 0.1% in October, marking the second consecutive month of contraction and challenging the government's economic growth pledges; farmers protested budget changes, while energy price cap predictions rose, and rail ticket-buying advice was offered.
UK GDP Shrinks for Second Month, Undermining Economic Growth Pledges
Britain's GDP unexpectedly fell by 0.1% in October, marking the second consecutive month of contraction and challenging the government's economic growth pledges; farmers protested budget changes, while energy price cap predictions rose, and rail ticket-buying advice was offered.
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56% Bias Score
Beginner's Guide to Investing in Physical Gold Before 2025
As economic uncertainty and inflation rise, beginner investors are advised to consider diversifying their portfolios with physical gold, starting with affordable 1-gram bars, progressing to 1-ounce bars, or exploring collectible gold rounds for potential appreciation beyond the gold's inherent value...
Beginner's Guide to Investing in Physical Gold Before 2025
As economic uncertainty and inflation rise, beginner investors are advised to consider diversifying their portfolios with physical gold, starting with affordable 1-gram bars, progressing to 1-ounce bars, or exploring collectible gold rounds for potential appreciation beyond the gold's inherent value...
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52% Bias Score
1-Gram Gold Bars: A Rising Investment Trend in 2024
Amid rising inflation and economic uncertainty, the demand for 1-gram gold bars is surging as investors seek accessible, liquid, and secure investment options priced above \$2,700 per ounce, offering enhanced portfolio diversification and wealth transfer solutions.
1-Gram Gold Bars: A Rising Investment Trend in 2024
Amid rising inflation and economic uncertainty, the demand for 1-gram gold bars is surging as investors seek accessible, liquid, and secure investment options priced above \$2,700 per ounce, offering enhanced portfolio diversification and wealth transfer solutions.
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48% Bias Score
Rising Inflation Spurs Investor Concerns, Increasing Interest in Gold
US inflation rose 2.7% in November, marking the second consecutive monthly increase after a period of cooling inflation, prompting concerns among investors and consumers about the potential impact on their finances and portfolios, leading some to consider gold as a hedge against inflation.
Rising Inflation Spurs Investor Concerns, Increasing Interest in Gold
US inflation rose 2.7% in November, marking the second consecutive monthly increase after a period of cooling inflation, prompting concerns among investors and consumers about the potential impact on their finances and portfolios, leading some to consider gold as a hedge against inflation.
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56% Bias Score
Dutch Cabinet Postpones Box 3 Tax Reform Until 2028
The Dutch government delayed the implementation of its new box 3 tax system until 2028 due to criticism, opting for a temporary wealth tax increase on specific assets (stocks, real estate, crypto) to generate €2.5 billion, while exempting those with primarily savings.
Dutch Cabinet Postpones Box 3 Tax Reform Until 2028
The Dutch government delayed the implementation of its new box 3 tax system until 2028 due to criticism, opting for a temporary wealth tax increase on specific assets (stocks, real estate, crypto) to generate €2.5 billion, while exempting those with primarily savings.
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44% Bias Score
Nasdaq Diversity Rule Rejection: Shifting Board Composition Strategies
A federal court struck down Nasdaq's proposed rules mandating board diversity, impacting DEI initiatives; however, the Conference Board's 2024 report shows increased board diversity but slower progress, while the rise of general counsel as board members offers a new perspective.
Nasdaq Diversity Rule Rejection: Shifting Board Composition Strategies
A federal court struck down Nasdaq's proposed rules mandating board diversity, impacting DEI initiatives; however, the Conference Board's 2024 report shows increased board diversity but slower progress, while the rise of general counsel as board members offers a new perspective.
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52% Bias Score
PenCom Addresses Inflation Impact on Nigerian Pension Funds
Nigeria's National Pension Commission (PenCom) projects N22 trillion in pension assets by year-end, but is reviewing investment regulations and rebranding its micro-pension scheme to address inflation, currency devaluation, and low informal sector participation.
PenCom Addresses Inflation Impact on Nigerian Pension Funds
Nigeria's National Pension Commission (PenCom) projects N22 trillion in pension assets by year-end, but is reviewing investment regulations and rebranding its micro-pension scheme to address inflation, currency devaluation, and low informal sector participation.
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44% Bias Score
Rare Spade-Toothed Whale's Death Reveals Evolutionary Secrets
A near-perfectly preserved 5-meter male spade-toothed whale, the first complete specimen ever recorded, was found on a New Zealand beach in July; a post-mortem revealed head injuries, likely the cause of death, offering unprecedented insights into the species' anatomy and evolution.
Rare Spade-Toothed Whale's Death Reveals Evolutionary Secrets
A near-perfectly preserved 5-meter male spade-toothed whale, the first complete specimen ever recorded, was found on a New Zealand beach in July; a post-mortem revealed head injuries, likely the cause of death, offering unprecedented insights into the species' anatomy and evolution.
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20% Bias Score
2025 Mortgage Rates Projected Above 6%, Posing Affordability Challenges
Multiple economists forecast 2025 average 30-year mortgage rates to remain above 6%, ranging from 6% to 6.8%, influenced by President-elect Trump's potential policies impacting inflation and the national debt, creating affordability challenges for homebuyers despite increased home inventory.
2025 Mortgage Rates Projected Above 6%, Posing Affordability Challenges
Multiple economists forecast 2025 average 30-year mortgage rates to remain above 6%, ranging from 6% to 6.8%, influenced by President-elect Trump's potential policies impacting inflation and the national debt, creating affordability challenges for homebuyers despite increased home inventory.
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40% Bias Score
Maine Super PAC Donation Limits Challenged in Federal Court
Conservative groups challenged Maine's new law limiting individual super PAC donations to \$5,000, arguing it violates free speech rights, while supporters say it reflects the will of the people (74% voter approval) and aims to curb the influence of big money in politics.
Maine Super PAC Donation Limits Challenged in Federal Court
Conservative groups challenged Maine's new law limiting individual super PAC donations to \$5,000, arguing it violates free speech rights, while supporters say it reflects the will of the people (74% voter approval) and aims to curb the influence of big money in politics.
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40% Bias Score