February 2025
March 2025
Bitcoin Plunges Below \$80,000 Amid Trade War Fears
Bitcoin dropped below \$80,000 on March 1st, down 25% in six weeks, due to investor concerns over trade wars and the recent \$1.5 billion Bybit hack, reversing the initial price surge caused by President Trump's pro-crypto policies.
Bitcoin Plunges Below \$80,000 Amid Trade War Fears
Bitcoin dropped below \$80,000 on March 1st, down 25% in six weeks, due to investor concerns over trade wars and the recent \$1.5 billion Bybit hack, reversing the initial price surge caused by President Trump's pro-crypto policies.
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48% Bias Score
Bird Flu Outbreak Drives US Egg Prices to Record Highs Amidst Price Gouging Accusations
The average price of eggs in the US reached a record $4.95 per dozen in February 2024, driven by a bird flu outbreak that has led to the slaughter of over 166 million birds, causing a 12% drop in egg-laying hens nationwide; accusations of price gouging by large corporations are also being investigat...
Bird Flu Outbreak Drives US Egg Prices to Record Highs Amidst Price Gouging Accusations
The average price of eggs in the US reached a record $4.95 per dozen in February 2024, driven by a bird flu outbreak that has led to the slaughter of over 166 million birds, causing a 12% drop in egg-laying hens nationwide; accusations of price gouging by large corporations are also being investigat...
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56% Bias Score
Algorithmic Management: Flexibility vs. Deskilling and Lack of Human Oversight
Professor Lindsey Cameron of the Wharton School discusses the impact of algorithmic management on workers, highlighting the benefits of flexibility alongside the risks of deskilling and lack of human oversight in resolving disputes, particularly within the gig economy.
Algorithmic Management: Flexibility vs. Deskilling and Lack of Human Oversight
Professor Lindsey Cameron of the Wharton School discusses the impact of algorithmic management on workers, highlighting the benefits of flexibility alongside the risks of deskilling and lack of human oversight in resolving disputes, particularly within the gig economy.
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40% Bias Score
Chinese Naval Drills in Tasman Sea Raise Tensions with Australia
A flotilla of Chinese naval ships conducted surprise live-fire exercises in the Tasman Sea, causing concerns in Australia and highlighting a communication breakdown between China and Australian authorities.
Chinese Naval Drills in Tasman Sea Raise Tensions with Australia
A flotilla of Chinese naval ships conducted surprise live-fire exercises in the Tasman Sea, causing concerns in Australia and highlighting a communication breakdown between China and Australian authorities.
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56% Bias Score
Shin Bet Blocks Meeting Between Israeli MK and Jailed Terrorist
The Shin Bet opposes a meeting between Israeli MK Ahmad Tibi and convicted terrorist Marwan Barghouti due to security concerns, fearing it would strengthen Barghouti's image and potentially aid Hamas's efforts to gain control of the West Bank. Barghouti was convicted of five counts of murder and sen...
Shin Bet Blocks Meeting Between Israeli MK and Jailed Terrorist
The Shin Bet opposes a meeting between Israeli MK Ahmad Tibi and convicted terrorist Marwan Barghouti due to security concerns, fearing it would strengthen Barghouti's image and potentially aid Hamas's efforts to gain control of the West Bank. Barghouti was convicted of five counts of murder and sen...
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52% Bias Score
Volunteer Medic Saves 13 Lives in Donbas Conflict
Andrey, a medic with the callsign "Doctor", volunteered for the Bars-20 detachment in early 2022, providing crucial medical support in the Donbas conflict. Despite losing his supplies and facing intense combat, he saved over 13 lives using improvised materials, showcasing the significance of adaptab...
Volunteer Medic Saves 13 Lives in Donbas Conflict
Andrey, a medic with the callsign "Doctor", volunteered for the Bars-20 detachment in early 2022, providing crucial medical support in the Donbas conflict. Despite losing his supplies and facing intense combat, he saved over 13 lives using improvised materials, showcasing the significance of adaptab...
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48% Bias Score
Amazon Stock Overvalued: Sentiment Trumps Fundamentals in AI-Fueled Market
Analysis of Amazon's stock valuation reveals a 63% overpricing compared to a 2019 UBS forecast, driven by investor sentiment and overestimation of AI's impact, despite a 300% overestimation of Amazon's free cash flow by UBS analysts between 2020 and 2024.
Amazon Stock Overvalued: Sentiment Trumps Fundamentals in AI-Fueled Market
Analysis of Amazon's stock valuation reveals a 63% overpricing compared to a 2019 UBS forecast, driven by investor sentiment and overestimation of AI's impact, despite a 300% overestimation of Amazon's free cash flow by UBS analysts between 2020 and 2024.
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52% Bias Score
Ford Wins Reelection, Vows to Fight Trump Tariffs
Ontario Premier Doug Ford won reelection on June 2, securing a majority government with 79 seats, exceeding the required 63, amidst US President Trump's threatened tariffs on Canadian imports; Ford plans to fight the tariffs, potentially spending "tens of billions of dollars" to protect Ontario's ec...
Ford Wins Reelection, Vows to Fight Trump Tariffs
Ontario Premier Doug Ford won reelection on June 2, securing a majority government with 79 seats, exceeding the required 63, amidst US President Trump's threatened tariffs on Canadian imports; Ford plans to fight the tariffs, potentially spending "tens of billions of dollars" to protect Ontario's ec...
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44% Bias Score
China Rejects US Tariffs, Calls for Dialogue Amid Trade Tensions
Amid ongoing US-China trade tensions, China maintains open communication with the US Department of Commerce, rejecting unilateral tariffs but expressing willingness for dialogue; experts warn of negative impacts on US consumers and global competitiveness due to protectionist measures.
China Rejects US Tariffs, Calls for Dialogue Amid Trade Tensions
Amid ongoing US-China trade tensions, China maintains open communication with the US Department of Commerce, rejecting unilateral tariffs but expressing willingness for dialogue; experts warn of negative impacts on US consumers and global competitiveness due to protectionist measures.
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44% Bias Score
FOCAC: Boosting Africa's Development Through Trade and Infrastructure
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) aims to boost Africa's development by fostering infrastructure development, promoting trade through a zero-tariff policy, and leveraging Africa's critical minerals for green energy initiatives; however, challenges include potential trade imbalances and g...
FOCAC: Boosting Africa's Development Through Trade and Infrastructure
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) aims to boost Africa's development by fostering infrastructure development, promoting trade through a zero-tariff policy, and leveraging Africa's critical minerals for green energy initiatives; however, challenges include potential trade imbalances and g...
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48% Bias Score
Germany's Post-Election Coalition Talks Face Major Hurdles
A week after Germany's Bundestag elections, CDU/CSU and SPD are negotiating a grand coalition to form a government, facing challenges on migration, fiscal policy, and reversing previous government policies. Intended Chancellor Merz aims for a swift agreement before Easter, while SPD wants member app...
Germany's Post-Election Coalition Talks Face Major Hurdles
A week after Germany's Bundestag elections, CDU/CSU and SPD are negotiating a grand coalition to form a government, facing challenges on migration, fiscal policy, and reversing previous government policies. Intended Chancellor Merz aims for a swift agreement before Easter, while SPD wants member app...
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52% Bias Score
EU Eases Business Regulations to Boost Competitiveness, Sparking Environmental Concerns
The European Commission proposed easing business regulations on sustainability reporting and supply chain due diligence to boost EU competitiveness, aiming for a 25% reduction in administrative burdens by 2029 and attracting €100 billion in clean tech investment; however, environmental groups strong...
EU Eases Business Regulations to Boost Competitiveness, Sparking Environmental Concerns
The European Commission proposed easing business regulations on sustainability reporting and supply chain due diligence to boost EU competitiveness, aiming for a 25% reduction in administrative burdens by 2029 and attracting €100 billion in clean tech investment; however, environmental groups strong...
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44% Bias Score