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smh.com.au
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Australian Citizen to be Extradited to US for Training Chinese Pilots

Daniel Duggan, a 56-year-old former US Marine and Australian citizen, will be extradited to the US to face charges of arms trafficking and money laundering for allegedly training Chinese fighter pilots from 2009-2012; this follows Australia's enactment of stricter laws against former defense personn...

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
forbes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Disconnect Between Corporate Wellbeing Initiatives and Actual Employee Wellbeing

A 2024 Deloitte study reveals a significant gap between executive and employee perceptions of wellbeing improvements, despite substantial corporate investments in wellness programs; this, coupled with Gallup research highlighting the substantial financial consequences of neglecting employee wellbein...

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36% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
cnbc.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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U.S. Job Market Shifts from "Great Resignation" to "Great Stay

The U.S. job market has transitioned from the "Great Resignation" to the "Great Stay," with low hiring, quits, and layoffs, primarily due to employer reluctance to lay off workers and reduced hiring stemming from the Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes to curb inflation.

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44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
bbc.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Munitions Accident Kills 12 Vietnamese Soldiers

Twelve Vietnamese soldiers died in a munitions accident during a military exercise on December 2, 2024, in Dong Nai province; initial reports suggest a lightning strike ignited the explosives, but questions about safety protocols remain.

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40% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
it.euronews.com
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Ukraine Strikes Russian Fuel Depot Again

Ukrainian drones attacked a Russian fuel depot in Oryol region for the second time in a week, causing a fire but no casualties, according to a Russian official; Kyiv claims these strikes target fuel supplies for the Russian military; Russia vows retaliation.

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56% Bias Score

Climate Action
china.org.cn
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China's Economic Outlook: Domestic Demand and 2025 Growth Projections

The Caijing Annual Dialogue 2024 in Beijing emphasized expanding domestic demand and capital markets to counter global uncertainties, with experts highlighting infrastructure investment and leveraging China's large market and high savings rate for economic growth in 2025.

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20% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
forbes.com
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Trump Appointees' Conflicts of Interest Pose Unprecedented Risks

The incoming Trump administration faces unprecedented conflicts of interest due to appointees' deep ties to defense contractors and Silicon Valley firms, raising concerns about favoritism in contracts and policy, and potentially undermining government efficiency and transparency.

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56% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
fr.allafrica.com
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AFCON 2025: Morocco Hosts High-Stakes African Football Tournament

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026, features top African nations competing for the title in modern stadiums, promising high-level football and intense rivalries.

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36% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
forbes.com
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BKFC's Meteoric Rise: From 2,000 Attendees to $400 Million Company

David Feldman's Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), initially struggling for legitimacy, has become a $400 million company with global reach, culminating in a planned $25 million tournament attracting over 10,000 applicants within 24 hours, showcasing the sport's explosive growth.

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48% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
bbc.com
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Syria's New Leader Announces Weapon Control, Armed Group Integration

Syria's new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa announced that all weapons will be under government control, including those held by Kurdish forces; armed groups will soon dissolve and join a new Syrian army, a process that will be significantly impacted by Turkey's support. Separately, Donald Trump called for P...

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36% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
smh.com.au
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Australian Children's Clothing Store Fined $5.1 Million for Worker Exploitation

Blue Sky Kids Land, a Sydney-based children's clothing store, was fined over $5.1 million for underpaying four Chinese migrant workers by up to 60 percent of their entitlements and obstructing Fair Work inspectors; directors Guo Dong Gu and Fei Rong Yang were also fined personally.

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32% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
cbsnews.com
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AI Algorithm Malfunctions in End-of-Life Care During COVID-19 Pandemic

An AI algorithm designed to help oncologists discuss end-of-life care with patients at the University of Pennsylvania Health System had its accuracy decrease by 7 percentage points during the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in hundreds of missed opportunities for crucial conversations, according to a 2...

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44% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being