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December 2024

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New Belgium's Human-Powered Response to Hurricane Helene's Devastation in Asheville

Hurricane Helene's catastrophic damage to New Belgium Brewing's Asheville campus in October 2024 triggered a swift response prioritizing employee safety and community support, resulting in over $100,000 in coworker donations and showcasing the company's 'Human-Powered' leadership philosophy.

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28% Bias Score

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abcnews.go.com
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MAMA Fights Back Against Social Media's Impact on Children

Julie Scelfo founded Mothers Against Media Addiction (MAMA) to combat the negative effects of social media on children; the group has 28 chapters in 17 states and advocates for safer technology and phone-free schools, citing Australia's social media ban for children under 16 as a positive example.

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60% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
abcnews.go.com
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Florida Bank Murderer Sentenced to Death

On Monday, a Florida judge sentenced 27-year-old Zephen Xaver to death for the premeditated murder of five women inside a Sebring bank in 2019; a jury recommended the death penalty by a 9-3 vote despite evidence of Xaver's history of mental illness.

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44% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
abcnews.go.com
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McConnell Urges Trump to Prioritize Military Strength in Foreign Policy

In a Foreign Affairs essay, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell warned President-elect Trump against isolationism, advocating for increased military strength and global engagement to counter Russia and other adversaries, citing past instances where Trump's actions undermined U.S. credibility.

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52% Bias Score

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nbcnews.com
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Biden's Last-Ditch Effort for Student Loan Forgiveness Faces OMB Review

The Biden administration submitted a revised student loan forgiveness plan to the OMB, aiming to provide relief to millions before the end of his term, despite facing legal challenges and strong opposition from the incoming Trump administration.

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40% Bias Score

abcnews.go.com
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Trump Threatens Legal Action, Considers Adams Pardon

President-elect Trump, in a Mar-a-Lago press conference, threatened legal action over the sale of unused border wall materials, indicated he might pardon Mayor Eric Adams, and commented on drone sightings, vaccines, and foreign policy, while SoftBank pledged a $100 billion US investment.

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56% Bias Score

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cnbc.com
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Blue Whale Fund Manager to Discuss AI Market Opportunities and Risks on CNBC

Stephen Yiu, manager of the Blue Whale Growth Fund, which returned 30.7% in 2023, will discuss AI market opportunities and risks on CNBC Pro Talks on December 18th, having previously reduced Microsoft holdings due to profitability concerns.

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56% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
abcnews.go.com
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Census Bureau to Include More Immigrants in Population Count

The U.S. Census Bureau is changing how it counts immigrants, adding those admitted for humanitarian reasons, resulting in higher estimates to be released Thursday; this comes as President-elect Trump plans to end such programs.

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40% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
abcnews.go.com
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Trump's Post-Election Press Conference: Healthcare, Tech, and Foreign Policy in Focus

President-elect Trump, in his first post-election press conference, addressed vaccine policy, pharmaceutical costs, potential appointments, and foreign policy, revealing potential shifts in healthcare, technology, and international relations.

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48% Bias Score

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foxnews.com
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D.C. Committee Recommends Expulsion of Councilmember Trayon White for Bribery

A Washington, D.C. committee voted to recommend the expulsion of Councilmember Trayon White Sr. for allegedly accepting over \$150,000 in bribes, following a federal bribery charge and an independent investigation that found "substantial evidence" of misconduct.

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48% Bias Score

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abcnews.go.com
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Wisconsin School Shooting Leaves Three Dead

A 17-year-old female student opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin on Monday, killing a teacher and another student before dying by suicide; the incident prompted lockdowns at nearby schools and renewed calls for stricter gun control.

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32% Bias Score

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foxnews.com
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ABC News Pays Trump \$15 Million in Defamation Settlement

ABC News settled a \$15 million defamation lawsuit filed by Donald Trump, expressing regret for misrepresenting a jury verdict in a sexual abuse case, prompting concerns about media self-censorship and future legal challenges.

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56% Bias Score

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