February 2025
March 2025
PSOE's Vote Share Plummets in Latest Poll; Vox Gains Ground
A new poll shows PSOE's estimated vote share dropped to 28.4%, its lowest since July 2023, while PP stands at 32.6% and Vox at 14.2%, its best since the elections; the survey, conducted between January 24-27, reflects the political climate surrounding a government decree and other recent events.
PSOE's Vote Share Plummets in Latest Poll; Vox Gains Ground
A new poll shows PSOE's estimated vote share dropped to 28.4%, its lowest since July 2023, while PP stands at 32.6% and Vox at 14.2%, its best since the elections; the survey, conducted between January 24-27, reflects the political climate surrounding a government decree and other recent events.
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44% Bias Score
Andalusian Mine Approved Despite Environmental Concerns
Near Portugal, Andalusia approved a mine despite environmental concerns; it'll extract zinc, lead, copper, gold, and silver, creating jobs but risking water and protected areas near the Andévalo reservoir.
Andalusian Mine Approved Despite Environmental Concerns
Near Portugal, Andalusia approved a mine despite environmental concerns; it'll extract zinc, lead, copper, gold, and silver, creating jobs but risking water and protected areas near the Andévalo reservoir.
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44% Bias Score
Increased Organ Donations in Netherlands in 2024
The number of organ donors in the Netherlands increased in 2024 by 68 to 360, resulting in 1066 organ donations, due to the revised 2021 Donor Act and medical advancements; however, 1414 patients remained on the waiting list by December 2024.
Increased Organ Donations in Netherlands in 2024
The number of organ donors in the Netherlands increased in 2024 by 68 to 360, resulting in 1066 organ donations, due to the revised 2021 Donor Act and medical advancements; however, 1414 patients remained on the waiting list by December 2024.
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36% Bias Score
Coles Cuts 2500 Products to Boost Profits Amid Cost-of-Living Crisis
Coles, facing pressure to lower prices and increase supplier payments, is cutting its product range by 10 percent (2500 products) to boost profit margins, a strategy informed by Bain & Company, with potential impacts on suppliers and consumer choice.
Coles Cuts 2500 Products to Boost Profits Amid Cost-of-Living Crisis
Coles, facing pressure to lower prices and increase supplier payments, is cutting its product range by 10 percent (2500 products) to boost profit margins, a strategy informed by Bain & Company, with potential impacts on suppliers and consumer choice.
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60% Bias Score
Shein Countersues The Iconic in Australian Trademark Dispute
Shein countersued The Iconic in Australia over trademark infringement for the similar names "Dazie" and "Dazy," highlighting the intense competition between the ultra-fast fashion giant and established local retailers; Shein's 2023 Australian sales reached nearly $1 billion, exceeding The Iconic's t...
Shein Countersues The Iconic in Australian Trademark Dispute
Shein countersued The Iconic in Australia over trademark infringement for the similar names "Dazie" and "Dazy," highlighting the intense competition between the ultra-fast fashion giant and established local retailers; Shein's 2023 Australian sales reached nearly $1 billion, exceeding The Iconic's t...
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40% Bias Score
Gender Inequality in STEM: The Equality Paradox
A study reveals stark contrasts in women's participation in scientific fields across nations, with countries known for gender equality paradoxically showing lower female representation in STEM, suggesting that ingrained stereotypes, rather than overt discrimination, play a significant role.
Gender Inequality in STEM: The Equality Paradox
A study reveals stark contrasts in women's participation in scientific fields across nations, with countries known for gender equality paradoxically showing lower female representation in STEM, suggesting that ingrained stereotypes, rather than overt discrimination, play a significant role.
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16% Bias Score
Spain Faces Widespread Labor Shortages, Prompting Companies to Adapt Recruitment Strategies
Numerous sectors in Spain, mirroring a European Union trend, face significant labor shortages, prompting companies to implement strategies emphasizing social impact, technological innovation, and flexible work arrangements to attract young talent.
Spain Faces Widespread Labor Shortages, Prompting Companies to Adapt Recruitment Strategies
Numerous sectors in Spain, mirroring a European Union trend, face significant labor shortages, prompting companies to implement strategies emphasizing social impact, technological innovation, and flexible work arrangements to attract young talent.
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52% Bias Score
Trump's Energy Push Yields Minimal Production Increase
Upon returning to office, Donald Trump declared a US energy emergency, aiming to increase oil production, lower prices, and boost exports; however, despite lifting drilling restrictions, limited investment and price sensitivities are expected to result in only a slight production increase to 13.7 mi...
Trump's Energy Push Yields Minimal Production Increase
Upon returning to office, Donald Trump declared a US energy emergency, aiming to increase oil production, lower prices, and boost exports; however, despite lifting drilling restrictions, limited investment and price sensitivities are expected to result in only a slight production increase to 13.7 mi...
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40% Bias Score
Altai Krai Indexes Social Benefits in 2025
In 2025, Altai Krai, Russia, indexed various social benefits, including a 7.3% pension increase for over 615,000 residents (with a further increase planned for August), changes to caregiving allowances (now integrated into pensions for those 80+ or with disability group 1), a 9.5% increase in severa...
Altai Krai Indexes Social Benefits in 2025
In 2025, Altai Krai, Russia, indexed various social benefits, including a 7.3% pension increase for over 615,000 residents (with a further increase planned for August), changes to caregiving allowances (now integrated into pensions for those 80+ or with disability group 1), a 9.5% increase in severa...
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32% Bias Score
Macarthur Minerals Appoints Mining Veteran to Advance Moonshine Iron Project
Macarthur Minerals hired mining executive Nigel Jones to help develop its massive 1.3-billion-tonne Moonshine magnetite iron ore project near Lake Giles, Western Australia; Jones's firm will receive a $15,000 monthly fee in Macarthur shares.
Macarthur Minerals Appoints Mining Veteran to Advance Moonshine Iron Project
Macarthur Minerals hired mining executive Nigel Jones to help develop its massive 1.3-billion-tonne Moonshine magnetite iron ore project near Lake Giles, Western Australia; Jones's firm will receive a $15,000 monthly fee in Macarthur shares.
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56% Bias Score
China Honors WWII Surgeon Norman Bethune on 85th Death Anniversary
Commemorations in China marked the 85th anniversary of the death of Canadian surgeon Norman Bethune, who treated thousands of Chinese soldiers during WWII, highlighting his selfless service and the enduring impact of his internationalism on China-Canada relations.
China Honors WWII Surgeon Norman Bethune on 85th Death Anniversary
Commemorations in China marked the 85th anniversary of the death of Canadian surgeon Norman Bethune, who treated thousands of Chinese soldiers during WWII, highlighting his selfless service and the enduring impact of his internationalism on China-Canada relations.
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48% Bias Score
Starmer Seeks Post-Brexit EU Reset Amid Uncertain Future
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will visit Brussels on Monday to meet with EU leaders and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to discuss a post-Brexit "reset" focusing on a security pact and trade, though fishing rights and other bilateral interests may complicate progress.
Starmer Seeks Post-Brexit EU Reset Amid Uncertain Future
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will visit Brussels on Monday to meet with EU leaders and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to discuss a post-Brexit "reset" focusing on a security pact and trade, though fishing rights and other bilateral interests may complicate progress.
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40% Bias Score