December 2024
January 2025
Home Equity Loans: Low Rates, But Risks Remain
Homeowners can access home equity loans at 8.38% and HELOCs at 8.53%, significantly lower than other credit options; however, failure to repay could lead to home loss, and rising inflation and fluctuating home values add risk.
Home Equity Loans: Low Rates, But Risks Remain
Homeowners can access home equity loans at 8.38% and HELOCs at 8.53%, significantly lower than other credit options; however, failure to repay could lead to home loss, and rising inflation and fluctuating home values add risk.
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36% Bias Score
Klaus Wolfermann, 1972 Olympic Javelin Champion, Dies at 78
Klaus Wolfermann, the 1972 Munich Olympic javelin champion, died at 78; his victory, achieved with a two-centimeter lead, was overshadowed by the tragic terrorist attack two days later, profoundly affecting him.
Klaus Wolfermann, 1972 Olympic Javelin Champion, Dies at 78
Klaus Wolfermann, the 1972 Munich Olympic javelin champion, died at 78; his victory, achieved with a two-centimeter lead, was overshadowed by the tragic terrorist attack two days later, profoundly affecting him.
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40% Bias Score
Lionel Trains Celebrates 125 Years of Holiday Tradition and Technological Innovation
Lionel, an American toy train company, celebrates its 125th anniversary, showcasing its enduring popularity through strong Christmas sales, technological innovations like smartphone control, and the continued appeal of classic train sets such as the ever-popular Polar Express.
Lionel Trains Celebrates 125 Years of Holiday Tradition and Technological Innovation
Lionel, an American toy train company, celebrates its 125th anniversary, showcasing its enduring popularity through strong Christmas sales, technological innovations like smartphone control, and the continued appeal of classic train sets such as the ever-popular Polar Express.
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32% Bias Score
Bears Suffer Eighth Straight Loss, Face Systemic Issues
The Chicago Bears suffered their eighth straight loss, a 30-12 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, leaving the team with three games remaining in a losing season, and uncertainty surrounding the coaching staff for next season.
Bears Suffer Eighth Straight Loss, Face Systemic Issues
The Chicago Bears suffered their eighth straight loss, a 30-12 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, leaving the team with three games remaining in a losing season, and uncertainty surrounding the coaching staff for next season.
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48% Bias Score
Feyenoord Edges Past MVV Maastricht in KNVB Cup
Feyenoord defeated MVV Maastricht 2-1 in the KNVB Cup on Tuesday, with 18-year-old Zépiqueno Redmond scoring both goals; the match was briefly delayed due to fireworks before kickoff.
Feyenoord Edges Past MVV Maastricht in KNVB Cup
Feyenoord defeated MVV Maastricht 2-1 in the KNVB Cup on Tuesday, with 18-year-old Zépiqueno Redmond scoring both goals; the match was briefly delayed due to fireworks before kickoff.
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20% Bias Score
Five-Year Sentence for Peebles Knife Attack
Glenn Todd, 25, was sentenced to five years in prison for stabbing Gavin Murray eight times in Peebles in July 2021 following a drug and alcohol-fueled dispute; Todd pleaded guilty to assault causing severe injury and danger to life.
Five-Year Sentence for Peebles Knife Attack
Glenn Todd, 25, was sentenced to five years in prison for stabbing Gavin Murray eight times in Peebles in July 2021 following a drug and alcohol-fueled dispute; Todd pleaded guilty to assault causing severe injury and danger to life.
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24% Bias Score
Buy and Hold Portfolio Adjusts After 19.8% Gain
A Canadian Buy and Hold portfolio, launched in June 2012, gained 19.8% in the last six months, reaching a 301.9% total return since inception; however, Toronto-Dominion Bank was replaced by Royal Bank of Canada due to a money-laundering scandal, while BCE Inc. is under observation.
Buy and Hold Portfolio Adjusts After 19.8% Gain
A Canadian Buy and Hold portfolio, launched in June 2012, gained 19.8% in the last six months, reaching a 301.9% total return since inception; however, Toronto-Dominion Bank was replaced by Royal Bank of Canada due to a money-laundering scandal, while BCE Inc. is under observation.
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44% Bias Score
Mpox Outbreak in Germany: Localized Response, Low Overall Risk
A family of four in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany contracted the Mpox virus (1b variant); a local school closed as a precaution; German health officials view the overall risk as low, citing effective local measures and the virus's transmission method.
Mpox Outbreak in Germany: Localized Response, Low Overall Risk
A family of four in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany contracted the Mpox virus (1b variant); a local school closed as a precaution; German health officials view the overall risk as low, citing effective local measures and the virus's transmission method.
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44% Bias Score
Mpox Outbreak in Germany: Local Response Contained, Risk Assessed as Low
Four members of a family in Rösrath, Germany, including two children, tested positive for the Mpox clade 1b virus, leading to the preventative closure of a local school as a precautionary measure to minimize transmission; the German Health Minister stated there is currently no increased risk to the ...
Mpox Outbreak in Germany: Local Response Contained, Risk Assessed as Low
Four members of a family in Rösrath, Germany, including two children, tested positive for the Mpox clade 1b virus, leading to the preventative closure of a local school as a precautionary measure to minimize transmission; the German Health Minister stated there is currently no increased risk to the ...
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36% Bias Score
Yerevan Public Transport to Go Cashless, Facing Challenges
Starting January 1st, Yerevan's public transport will no longer accept 100 dram payments, shifting to a cashless system with various pass options and discounts for specific groups; however, low validator usage and public awareness pose challenges.
Yerevan Public Transport to Go Cashless, Facing Challenges
Starting January 1st, Yerevan's public transport will no longer accept 100 dram payments, shifting to a cashless system with various pass options and discounts for specific groups; however, low validator usage and public awareness pose challenges.
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44% Bias Score
Feyenoord Beats MVV Maastricht in KNVB Cup
Feyenoord defeated MVV Maastricht 2-1 in the KNVB Cup's round of 32, thanks to two goals by 18-year-old Zépiqueno Redmond; the match, held in a sold-out stadium, was briefly delayed due to fireworks.
Feyenoord Beats MVV Maastricht in KNVB Cup
Feyenoord defeated MVV Maastricht 2-1 in the KNVB Cup's round of 32, thanks to two goals by 18-year-old Zépiqueno Redmond; the match, held in a sold-out stadium, was briefly delayed due to fireworks.
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24% Bias Score