December 2024
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Smoking One Cigarette Reduces Life Expectancy by 20 Minutes, Study Finds
Research commissioned by the U.K. government shows that smoking one cigarette reduces life expectancy by 20 minutes, while quitting for a year could add 50 days of life expectancy for a person smoking 10 cigarettes a day; this study is based on decades of data from two major U.K. population studies.
Smoking One Cigarette Reduces Life Expectancy by 20 Minutes, Study Finds
Research commissioned by the U.K. government shows that smoking one cigarette reduces life expectancy by 20 minutes, while quitting for a year could add 50 days of life expectancy for a person smoking 10 cigarettes a day; this study is based on decades of data from two major U.K. population studies.
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40% Bias Score
Sylvatex Revolutionizes EV Battery Production with Sustainable CAM Process
Virginia Klausmeier's Sylvatex has created a cheaper, cleaner way to make cathode active materials (CAM) for EV batteries, raising $22 million; its waterless process uses recycled materials and smaller reactors, reducing costs and environmental impact.
Sylvatex Revolutionizes EV Battery Production with Sustainable CAM Process
Virginia Klausmeier's Sylvatex has created a cheaper, cleaner way to make cathode active materials (CAM) for EV batteries, raising $22 million; its waterless process uses recycled materials and smaller reactors, reducing costs and environmental impact.
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48% Bias Score
B2B Marketing Measurement Crisis: Trust is Plummeting
A Forrester 2024 survey reveals that 64% of B2B marketing leaders distrust their organization's measurement, a problem predicted to worsen by 20% due to increased buying complexity, technology sprawl, unrealistic AI expectations, and a lack of focus on measuring reputation.
B2B Marketing Measurement Crisis: Trust is Plummeting
A Forrester 2024 survey reveals that 64% of B2B marketing leaders distrust their organization's measurement, a problem predicted to worsen by 20% due to increased buying complexity, technology sprawl, unrealistic AI expectations, and a lack of focus on measuring reputation.
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32% Bias Score
Controversial Dismissal Sparks Snicko Debate in Boxing Day Test
In a dramatic finish to the Boxing Day Test, India's Yashasvi Jaiswal was controversially dismissed despite Snicko showing no spike, leading to Australia's 184-run victory and a 2-1 series lead; the incident sparked debate about Snicko's reliability.
Controversial Dismissal Sparks Snicko Debate in Boxing Day Test
In a dramatic finish to the Boxing Day Test, India's Yashasvi Jaiswal was controversially dismissed despite Snicko showing no spike, leading to Australia's 184-run victory and a 2-1 series lead; the incident sparked debate about Snicko's reliability.
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48% Bias Score
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" London Production Sets Ticket Record Despite Revenue Dip
The London production of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" sold a record 544,257 tickets in the year to March 31, 2024, generating $29.6 million in revenue (a 7.4% decrease) despite ongoing profitability; the show's success is driven by international expansion and new licensing agreements.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" London Production Sets Ticket Record Despite Revenue Dip
The London production of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" sold a record 544,257 tickets in the year to March 31, 2024, generating $29.6 million in revenue (a 7.4% decrease) despite ongoing profitability; the show's success is driven by international expansion and new licensing agreements.
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48% Bias Score
Three Key Leadership Trends Shaping 2025
Effective leaders in 2025 will integrate AI, prioritize employee well-being, and embrace agile leadership to enhance decision-making, boost productivity, and navigate constant change, fostering resilience and competitiveness.
Three Key Leadership Trends Shaping 2025
Effective leaders in 2025 will integrate AI, prioritize employee well-being, and embrace agile leadership to enhance decision-making, boost productivity, and navigate constant change, fostering resilience and competitiveness.
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20% Bias Score
Ukraine Urges Syria to Expel Russian Forces Amidst Geopolitical Shift
Following Assad's removal, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga visited Syria on Monday, urging the expulsion of Russian forces, while simultaneously sending 500 tons of wheat flour as aid; this follows Russia's intervention in Syria's civil war since 2015 and Assad's recent removal from power.
Ukraine Urges Syria to Expel Russian Forces Amidst Geopolitical Shift
Following Assad's removal, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga visited Syria on Monday, urging the expulsion of Russian forces, while simultaneously sending 500 tons of wheat flour as aid; this follows Russia's intervention in Syria's civil war since 2015 and Assad's recent removal from power.
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56% Bias Score
Australia Wins MCG Test, Ending India's Decade-Long Unbeaten Streak
Australia defeated India by 10 wickets on the final day of the MCG Test match, which had a record-breaking total attendance of 373,691, marking a significant victory as it ended India's decade-long unbeaten streak against Australia.
Australia Wins MCG Test, Ending India's Decade-Long Unbeaten Streak
Australia defeated India by 10 wickets on the final day of the MCG Test match, which had a record-breaking total attendance of 373,691, marking a significant victory as it ended India's decade-long unbeaten streak against Australia.
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44% Bias Score
Israel's Resilient Tech Sector Poised for 2025 Boom
Despite ongoing conflict, Israel's 2024 startup ecosystem mirrored global trends, exceeding European performance with record M&A activity, including Blackstone's $800 million investment in Priority Software; 2025 is expected to see a startup boom driven by war-related technologies and returning entr...
Israel's Resilient Tech Sector Poised for 2025 Boom
Despite ongoing conflict, Israel's 2024 startup ecosystem mirrored global trends, exceeding European performance with record M&A activity, including Blackstone's $800 million investment in Priority Software; 2025 is expected to see a startup boom driven by war-related technologies and returning entr...
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44% Bias Score
Biden Uses Carter's Death to Criticize Trump
Following the death of former President Jimmy Carter, President Biden used the occasion to criticize Donald Trump, sparking immediate political backlash and raising concerns about the future of political discourse.
Biden Uses Carter's Death to Criticize Trump
Following the death of former President Jimmy Carter, President Biden used the occasion to criticize Donald Trump, sparking immediate political backlash and raising concerns about the future of political discourse.
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68% Bias Score
Honolulu v. Sunoco: Supreme Court Weighs State Lawsuit on Interstate Pollution
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing Honolulu's lawsuit against Sunoco, alleging climate damages from interstate emissions under Hawaii state law; the Solicitor General supports denial of certiorari, raising concerns about legal precedent and potential chaos for interstate commerce.
Honolulu v. Sunoco: Supreme Court Weighs State Lawsuit on Interstate Pollution
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing Honolulu's lawsuit against Sunoco, alleging climate damages from interstate emissions under Hawaii state law; the Solicitor General supports denial of certiorari, raising concerns about legal precedent and potential chaos for interstate commerce.
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52% Bias Score
LED Lights Reduce Great White Shark Attacks in South African Study
A six-year study in South Africa found that specific LED light patterns on seal-shaped decoys significantly reduced great white shark attacks, potentially offering a non-lethal deterrent for surfers.
LED Lights Reduce Great White Shark Attacks in South African Study
A six-year study in South Africa found that specific LED light patterns on seal-shaped decoys significantly reduced great white shark attacks, potentially offering a non-lethal deterrent for surfers.
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32% Bias Score