December 2024
January 2025
Fizi Clashes Displace Muliza Residents
Renewed clashes between the FARDC and the Twiraneho-Gumino-Android rebel coalition in Fizi territory's Lulenge sector, starting December 26th, forced the evacuation of Muliza's residents to neighboring villages due to fighting in Maturongo, Kinimbi, Biziba, and Nyakishashu.
Fizi Clashes Displace Muliza Residents
Renewed clashes between the FARDC and the Twiraneho-Gumino-Android rebel coalition in Fizi territory's Lulenge sector, starting December 26th, forced the evacuation of Muliza's residents to neighboring villages due to fighting in Maturongo, Kinimbi, Biziba, and Nyakishashu.
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36% Bias Score
US Flu Cases Surge 12%, Exceeding 12,000 Hospitalizations
The US is experiencing a surge in flu activity, with a 12% increase in positive tests and over 12,000 hospitalizations reported the week ending December 21, exceeding last year's levels in some regions, though overall cases are lower; the reasons behind the delayed start and current surge remain unc...
US Flu Cases Surge 12%, Exceeding 12,000 Hospitalizations
The US is experiencing a surge in flu activity, with a 12% increase in positive tests and over 12,000 hospitalizations reported the week ending December 21, exceeding last year's levels in some regions, though overall cases are lower; the reasons behind the delayed start and current surge remain unc...
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24% Bias Score
Bird Flu Virus Mutation Found in Severe Louisiana Case
A genetic analysis revealed a bird flu virus mutation in a Louisiana patient, the nation's first severe case, raising concerns about potential human-to-human transmission, although the risk remains low.
Bird Flu Virus Mutation Found in Severe Louisiana Case
A genetic analysis revealed a bird flu virus mutation in a Louisiana patient, the nation's first severe case, raising concerns about potential human-to-human transmission, although the risk remains low.
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32% Bias Score
Environmental and Dystopian Themes in 2024 Television
Several new and returning TV series and documentaries, including those narrated by Cate Blanchett, Barack Obama, and Morgan Freeman, explore environmental issues, dystopian futures, and past events like the 1997 Wrocław flood, using diverse storytelling approaches.
Environmental and Dystopian Themes in 2024 Television
Several new and returning TV series and documentaries, including those narrated by Cate Blanchett, Barack Obama, and Morgan Freeman, explore environmental issues, dystopian futures, and past events like the 1997 Wrocław flood, using diverse storytelling approaches.
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0% Bias Score
Darmanin Plans Smaller French Prisons to Ease Overcrowding
French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin announced plans to alleviate prison overcrowding by creating smaller prisons for inmates serving shorter sentences, aiming to improve staff conditions and separate sentence lengths.
Darmanin Plans Smaller French Prisons to Ease Overcrowding
French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin announced plans to alleviate prison overcrowding by creating smaller prisons for inmates serving shorter sentences, aiming to improve staff conditions and separate sentence lengths.
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44% Bias Score
Holiday Debt Rises Despite Decrease from 2022
A LendingTree survey reveals that 36% of American consumers incurred holiday debt averaging \$1,181 this season, exceeding 2023 but below 2022 levels; higher inflation and unexpected debt impacted consumers, particularly parents, millennials, and those earning \$30,000-\$49,999.
Holiday Debt Rises Despite Decrease from 2022
A LendingTree survey reveals that 36% of American consumers incurred holiday debt averaging \$1,181 this season, exceeding 2023 but below 2022 levels; higher inflation and unexpected debt impacted consumers, particularly parents, millennials, and those earning \$30,000-\$49,999.
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32% Bias Score
Illinois Teens Charged with Felonies for Dating App Luring, Beatings
Eleven Illinois teenagers were charged with felonies after allegedly luring two men through dating apps, beating them, and damaging their vehicles on July 8th in Mount Prospect; the attacks may be linked to a viral social media trend.
Illinois Teens Charged with Felonies for Dating App Luring, Beatings
Eleven Illinois teenagers were charged with felonies after allegedly luring two men through dating apps, beating them, and damaging their vehicles on July 8th in Mount Prospect; the attacks may be linked to a viral social media trend.
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24% Bias Score
U.S. Home Prices Climb Despite High Mortgage Rates
Despite high mortgage rates, median home prices rose 5.8% in the 50 largest U.S. cities through November 2024, with Anaheim, California, leading at 12.5%, driven by limited housing supply and proximity to Los Angeles; similar trends occurred near New York City and in other areas.
U.S. Home Prices Climb Despite High Mortgage Rates
Despite high mortgage rates, median home prices rose 5.8% in the 50 largest U.S. cities through November 2024, with Anaheim, California, leading at 12.5%, driven by limited housing supply and proximity to Los Angeles; similar trends occurred near New York City and in other areas.
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36% Bias Score
2024 Mortgage Rate Fluctuations and 2025 Refinancing Outlook
The average 30-year mortgage rate started 2024 at 6.62%, reached a high of 7.22% in May, fell to 6.07% in September, and currently sits at 6.60%, with future rate cuts anticipated, influencing the viability of refinancing in 2025 based on individual circumstances.
2024 Mortgage Rate Fluctuations and 2025 Refinancing Outlook
The average 30-year mortgage rate started 2024 at 6.62%, reached a high of 7.22% in May, fell to 6.07% in September, and currently sits at 6.60%, with future rate cuts anticipated, influencing the viability of refinancing in 2025 based on individual circumstances.
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40% Bias Score
Texas Man Arrested for Threatening Debt Collection Agency
Taylor Bullard, a 34-year-old Texas man, was arrested on Friday for sending threatening emails to a debt collection agency over a disputed $543 debt, referencing using a machete and gasoline, and citing prior threats made to other companies in 2017 and 2022; he was released on $25,000 bond.
Texas Man Arrested for Threatening Debt Collection Agency
Taylor Bullard, a 34-year-old Texas man, was arrested on Friday for sending threatening emails to a debt collection agency over a disputed $543 debt, referencing using a machete and gasoline, and citing prior threats made to other companies in 2017 and 2022; he was released on $25,000 bond.
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36% Bias Score
8-Meter Asteroid on Potential Earth Impact Near North Pole
An 8-meter asteroid, detected near the Pegasus constellation, may impact Earth near the North Pole within hours; scientists predict minimal threat but a valuable opportunity for research.
8-Meter Asteroid on Potential Earth Impact Near North Pole
An 8-meter asteroid, detected near the Pegasus constellation, may impact Earth near the North Pole within hours; scientists predict minimal threat but a valuable opportunity for research.
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36% Bias Score
Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race: Crew Member Rescued After Falling Overboard
During the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, a crew member from the Porco Rosso fell overboard around 3:15 am near Green Cape, NSW, triggering their emergency beacon, leading to a rescue by AMSA and the yacht's retirement from the race.
Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race: Crew Member Rescued After Falling Overboard
During the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, a crew member from the Porco Rosso fell overboard around 3:15 am near Green Cape, NSW, triggering their emergency beacon, leading to a rescue by AMSA and the yacht's retirement from the race.
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44% Bias Score