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Russian Soldiers Improvise Heavy-Lift Drone "Vobla" to Counter Ukraine

Facing a shortage of heavy-lift drones, Russian soldiers created the "Vobla," an improvised drone using four smaller drones attached to a frame, to supply front-line troops with essential materials.

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36% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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People's Union Plans 24-Hour Economic Blackout on February 28th

The People's Union, founded by John Schwarz, is organizing a 24-hour economic blackout on February 28th, urging consumers to halt spending and credit/debit card use to protest economic policies and corporate practices, drawing inspiration from historical boycotts.

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56% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Federal Government Funds Victorian Roads, Airport Rail Link Ahead of Election

The Australian federal government will invest \$1.2 billion in Victorian roads and contribute substantially to Melbourne's airport rail link, including a new Sunshine station, to improve transport and gain voter support ahead of the election, following a funding dispute with the Victorian government...

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60% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Issa Introduces Bill to Limit Nationwide Injunctions Against Presidential Actions

Rep. Darrell Issa introduced the "No Rogue Rulings Act" (NORRA) to prevent federal judges from issuing nationwide injunctions against presidential actions, aiming to curb what he calls "judicial tyranny" and limit the scope of injunctions to parties directly involved in a case, following numerous la...

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68% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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House Republicans Face Difficult Vote on Budget Proposal

House Speaker Mike Johnson is attempting to pass a Republican budget proposal, facing strong opposition from Democrats and some Republicans due to proposed cuts to healthcare, food stamps, and other programs, despite projected economic growth.

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60% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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House Republicans' Budget Resolution Faces Uncertain Future Amid Internal Disagreements

The House Rules Committee approved a Republican budget resolution Monday night, which aims for a full House vote Tuesday; however, internal disagreements over spending cuts, particularly affecting Medicaid, threaten passage, with several Republicans expressing reservations; Speaker Mike Johnson met ...

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36% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Hospital's Well-Being Initiative Boosts Satisfaction by 76%

Royal Free Hospital's data-driven well-being initiative, detailed in a BMJ Leader study, resulted in a 76% increase in workplace satisfaction, a 22% rise in professional development program compliance, and a jump in employee survey participation from 35% to 57% among approximately 3,000 staff member...

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40% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
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Deepfake Threat: B2B Marketing's Preparedness Gap

A Forrester survey of 205 marketing executives reveals that despite 68% expressing concern over deepfakes impersonating staff and spreading false statements, only 17% have implemented protective measures, indicating a significant gap in preparedness within B2B marketing due to a perception that thei...

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40% Bias Score

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BBC Criticized for Missed Opportunities to Address Westwood's Misconduct

An independent review into allegations against former BBC Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood found no evidence of widespread BBC knowledge of sexual misconduct but criticized the organization for missing opportunities to address his bullying and misogynistic behavior, costing approximately £3.3m.

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40% Bias Score

Gender Equality
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Record Low Border Encounters Amidst Trump's Stricter Immigration Policies

On February 25th, a record-low 200 migrants were encountered at the Southern border, the lowest daily number in 15 years, following a 36% monthly decrease in January to 61,465 apprehensions. These drops are attributed to new border policies implemented by the Trump administration, resulting in the c...

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60% Bias Score

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Medicare Cuts Reimbursement for Breast Cancer Screenings, Raising Costs for Women

Medicare's 2024 decision to stop reimbursing for breast ultrasound screenings, even when diagnostic, is forcing many women to pay thousands of dollars out-of-pocket for necessary follow-up care after abnormal mammograms, impacting both Medicare and privately insured women, and potentially delaying c...

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44% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
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Renewed Search for MH370 Launched in Southern Indian Ocean

Ocean Infinity, a British-US firm, has resumed the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 in a 5,800 square mile area of the southern Indian Ocean, following a Malaysian government decision in December 2023 to restart the search after a previous failed attempt in 2018.

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40% Bias Score

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