December 2024
January 2025
Mass PTSD Diagnoses Among Facebook Moderators in Kenya Spark Lawsuit
A lawsuit against Meta and Samasource Kenya alleges that over 140 Facebook content moderators in Kenya developed severe PTSD, GAD, and MDD from exposure to graphic content, highlighting the human cost of social media moderation and outsourcing practices.
Mass PTSD Diagnoses Among Facebook Moderators in Kenya Spark Lawsuit
A lawsuit against Meta and Samasource Kenya alleges that over 140 Facebook content moderators in Kenya developed severe PTSD, GAD, and MDD from exposure to graphic content, highlighting the human cost of social media moderation and outsourcing practices.
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40% Bias Score
Two Simple Questions Accurately Identify Alcohol Dependence
A 2014 University of Leicester study found that two simple questions accurately identify alcohol dependence in 87% of cases, targeting both binge drinking and alcohol use for stress relief; the study's findings have implications for early detection and treatment of alcohol-related disorders.
Two Simple Questions Accurately Identify Alcohol Dependence
A 2014 University of Leicester study found that two simple questions accurately identify alcohol dependence in 87% of cases, targeting both binge drinking and alcohol use for stress relief; the study's findings have implications for early detection and treatment of alcohol-related disorders.
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52% Bias Score
Google Maps Image Leads to Arrest in Spanish Murder Case
In the small Spanish town of Tajueco, Google Street View captured an image in October 2023 showing a man loading what police believe to be a body into a car; this, along with mobile phone messages and other evidence, led to the November 2023 arrest of two people for the murder and dismemberment of a...
Google Maps Image Leads to Arrest in Spanish Murder Case
In the small Spanish town of Tajueco, Google Street View captured an image in October 2023 showing a man loading what police believe to be a body into a car; this, along with mobile phone messages and other evidence, led to the November 2023 arrest of two people for the murder and dismemberment of a...
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40% Bias Score
Xi Jinping Calls for Deeper Rural Reform and Stronger Agricultural Power in China
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged deepening rural reforms and strengthening agricultural power, focusing on improved support systems, increased farmer incomes, poverty prevention, and rural revitalization, as discussed at a recent central rural work conference in Beijing.
Xi Jinping Calls for Deeper Rural Reform and Stronger Agricultural Power in China
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged deepening rural reforms and strengthening agricultural power, focusing on improved support systems, increased farmer incomes, poverty prevention, and rural revitalization, as discussed at a recent central rural work conference in Beijing.
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48% Bias Score
Georgia's President Accuses EU of Inaction Amidst Post-Election Crisis
Georgia's outgoing president, Salome Zourabichvili, accuses the EU of inaction regarding the post-election crisis, comparing it to the 1921 Soviet invasion and warning of severe consequences for regional stability if the West continues its slow response.
Georgia's President Accuses EU of Inaction Amidst Post-Election Crisis
Georgia's outgoing president, Salome Zourabichvili, accuses the EU of inaction regarding the post-election crisis, comparing it to the 1921 Soviet invasion and warning of severe consequences for regional stability if the West continues its slow response.
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52% Bias Score
Azerbaijan Seeks Armenian Cooperation in Trial of Former Artsakh Officials
Azerbaijan's Prosecutor General's Office requested Armenia's cooperation in the trial of 15 former Artsakh officials and civilians, facing charges related to over 2500 counts in 1389 consolidated cases, prompting concerns about the scope and implications of the request.
Azerbaijan Seeks Armenian Cooperation in Trial of Former Artsakh Officials
Azerbaijan's Prosecutor General's Office requested Armenia's cooperation in the trial of 15 former Artsakh officials and civilians, facing charges related to over 2500 counts in 1389 consolidated cases, prompting concerns about the scope and implications of the request.
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48% Bias Score
Criminology Student Plans and Executes Bournemouth Stabbing
Nasen Saadi, a 19-year-old criminology student, planned and executed a stabbing attack on two women in Bournemouth in May 2024 after researching crime scene investigation and acquiring knives, highlighting the potential for misuse of publicly available information on crime.
Criminology Student Plans and Executes Bournemouth Stabbing
Nasen Saadi, a 19-year-old criminology student, planned and executed a stabbing attack on two women in Bournemouth in May 2024 after researching crime scene investigation and acquiring knives, highlighting the potential for misuse of publicly available information on crime.
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48% Bias Score
Tren de Aragua's Continued Operations in Chile Despite Over 100 Arrests
Chilean authorities have recently thwarted a bombing plot by the Tren de Aragua in Arica and rescued 12 migrant women from sex trafficking in Santiago, highlighting the megagroup's continued activity despite over 100 arrests in various operations.
Tren de Aragua's Continued Operations in Chile Despite Over 100 Arrests
Chilean authorities have recently thwarted a bombing plot by the Tren de Aragua in Arica and rescued 12 migrant women from sex trafficking in Santiago, highlighting the megagroup's continued activity despite over 100 arrests in various operations.
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24% Bias Score
Italy's Energy Efficiency Success: Tax Incentives Drive Record Savings
Italy's 2023 energy savings exceeded 3.6 Mtep, primarily driven by tax incentives (56.2% of total savings), supplemented by White Certificates, sustainable mobility incentives, and the Conto Termico program, exceeding 92% of the Pniec 2023 target and showing the effectiveness of a multi-pronged appr...
Italy's Energy Efficiency Success: Tax Incentives Drive Record Savings
Italy's 2023 energy savings exceeded 3.6 Mtep, primarily driven by tax incentives (56.2% of total savings), supplemented by White Certificates, sustainable mobility incentives, and the Conto Termico program, exceeding 92% of the Pniec 2023 target and showing the effectiveness of a multi-pronged appr...
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32% Bias Score
Macao's 25th Anniversary Highlights Economic Prowess and Cultural Vibrancy
Macao, celebrating 25 years since its return to China, boasts the world's second-highest per capita GDP (\$134,140), 22 five-star hotels, 16 Michelin-starred restaurants, top-tier sporting events, thriving cultural scene, and top-performing students.
Macao's 25th Anniversary Highlights Economic Prowess and Cultural Vibrancy
Macao, celebrating 25 years since its return to China, boasts the world's second-highest per capita GDP (\$134,140), 22 five-star hotels, 16 Michelin-starred restaurants, top-tier sporting events, thriving cultural scene, and top-performing students.
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48% Bias Score
Hong Kong's Corporate Confidence Reaches Record Highs
Hong Kong's corporate confidence surged in 2024, with startups reaching a record 4,694 and companies with overseas or mainland parents hitting 9,960, driven by its unique economic advantages and government policies.
Hong Kong's Corporate Confidence Reaches Record Highs
Hong Kong's corporate confidence surged in 2024, with startups reaching a record 4,694 and companies with overseas or mainland parents hitting 9,960, driven by its unique economic advantages and government policies.
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48% Bias Score
Greece's VAT Gap Narrows Significantly in 2022
Greece's VAT gap fell by 3.8 percentage points in 2022 to 13.7% of expected revenue, representing a €2.959 billion reduction and ranking fourth-best in the EU. This success is attributed to anti-tax evasion measures and potentially allows further tax cuts, though a significant gap remains.
Greece's VAT Gap Narrows Significantly in 2022
Greece's VAT gap fell by 3.8 percentage points in 2022 to 13.7% of expected revenue, representing a €2.959 billion reduction and ranking fourth-best in the EU. This success is attributed to anti-tax evasion measures and potentially allows further tax cuts, though a significant gap remains.
Progress
24% Bias Score