March 2025
April 2025
Gurnah's Journey: From Zanzibar to Nobel Prize
In a recent interview, the 2021 Nobel laureate in Literature, Abdulrazak Gurnah, discussed his emigration from Zanzibar to England in 1966 due to political unrest, his early jobs, and the impact of his Nobel win, providing insights into immigration, cultural adaptation, and the challenges faced by i...
Gurnah's Journey: From Zanzibar to Nobel Prize
In a recent interview, the 2021 Nobel laureate in Literature, Abdulrazak Gurnah, discussed his emigration from Zanzibar to England in 1966 due to political unrest, his early jobs, and the impact of his Nobel win, providing insights into immigration, cultural adaptation, and the challenges faced by i...
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16% Bias Score
Ecuador Hires Lobbying Firm to Bolster US Ties Amidst Crime Crisis
Ecuador's government contracted Mercury Public Affairs LLC for $165,000 to lobby the Trump administration on issues of migration, security, and trade, citing an "emergency" due to Trump's immigration policies and seeking improved US relations amid a national crime crisis.
Ecuador Hires Lobbying Firm to Bolster US Ties Amidst Crime Crisis
Ecuador's government contracted Mercury Public Affairs LLC for $165,000 to lobby the Trump administration on issues of migration, security, and trade, citing an "emergency" due to Trump's immigration policies and seeking improved US relations amid a national crime crisis.
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36% Bias Score
Seven Canadian Stocks Offering Sustainable Dividend Yields Above 5%
Seven Canadian companies – TC Energy Corp., Enbridge Inc., Canadian Utilities Ltd., Bank of Nova Scotia, Telus Corp., IGM Financial Inc., and Bridgemarq Real Estate Services Inc. – offer sustainable dividend yields above 5 percent following a Bank of Canada rate cut, as assessed by a proprietary sus...
Seven Canadian Stocks Offering Sustainable Dividend Yields Above 5%
Seven Canadian companies – TC Energy Corp., Enbridge Inc., Canadian Utilities Ltd., Bank of Nova Scotia, Telus Corp., IGM Financial Inc., and Bridgemarq Real Estate Services Inc. – offer sustainable dividend yields above 5 percent following a Bank of Canada rate cut, as assessed by a proprietary sus...
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40% Bias Score
Emo Revival in Athens: From 2000s Subculture to Gen Z Rediscovery
A chance encounter in Athens with young adults embracing the 2000s emo subculture sparked reflection on emo's evolution in Greece, its social impact, and ongoing revival, influenced by online platforms and nostalgia.
Emo Revival in Athens: From 2000s Subculture to Gen Z Rediscovery
A chance encounter in Athens with young adults embracing the 2000s emo subculture sparked reflection on emo's evolution in Greece, its social impact, and ongoing revival, influenced by online platforms and nostalgia.
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40% Bias Score
Inflation Falls to 2.8%, Fed Holds Rates Steady
February's inflation rate fell to 2.8%, the first decrease in five months, prompting the Federal Reserve to maintain its current interest rate policy while savers explore long-term CDs to protect against future economic uncertainty.
Inflation Falls to 2.8%, Fed Holds Rates Steady
February's inflation rate fell to 2.8%, the first decrease in five months, prompting the Federal Reserve to maintain its current interest rate policy while savers explore long-term CDs to protect against future economic uncertainty.
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48% Bias Score
Trudeau Initiates Plan for New Prime Minister's Residence
Before leaving office, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau requested plans for a new official residence to replace the neglected 24 Sussex Drive, tasking Minister Jean-Yves Duclos with creating an advisory group by January 2026 to provide recommendations on location, functionality, cost, and secu...
Trudeau Initiates Plan for New Prime Minister's Residence
Before leaving office, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau requested plans for a new official residence to replace the neglected 24 Sussex Drive, tasking Minister Jean-Yves Duclos with creating an advisory group by January 2026 to provide recommendations on location, functionality, cost, and secu...
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36% Bias Score
Pandemic Anniversary Highlights Advancements and Persistent Challenges
Five years after the WHO declared COVID-19 a pandemic, advancements in portable diagnostics and data analysis offer improved disease surveillance, but decreased public trust in science and challenges in international collaboration remain significant obstacles to future pandemic preparedness.
Pandemic Anniversary Highlights Advancements and Persistent Challenges
Five years after the WHO declared COVID-19 a pandemic, advancements in portable diagnostics and data analysis offer improved disease surveillance, but decreased public trust in science and challenges in international collaboration remain significant obstacles to future pandemic preparedness.
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48% Bias Score
French Producer Questions Accusers in National Assembly Hearing
During a contentious National Assembly hearing on March 13th, French film producer Dominique Besnehard challenged the behavior of actresses who accused Harvey Weinstein and Gérard Depardieu of rape, stating that some actresses sought career advancement through inappropriate meetings; he also critici...
French Producer Questions Accusers in National Assembly Hearing
During a contentious National Assembly hearing on March 13th, French film producer Dominique Besnehard challenged the behavior of actresses who accused Harvey Weinstein and Gérard Depardieu of rape, stating that some actresses sought career advancement through inappropriate meetings; he also critici...
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68% Bias Score
Europa League: Frankfurt to Face Tottenham in Quarterfinals
Eintracht Frankfurt will play Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League quarterfinals after defeating Ajax 4-1 and Tottenham overcoming a first-leg loss to beat AZ Alkmaar 3-1; matches are scheduled for April 10th and 17th.
Europa League: Frankfurt to Face Tottenham in Quarterfinals
Eintracht Frankfurt will play Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League quarterfinals after defeating Ajax 4-1 and Tottenham overcoming a first-leg loss to beat AZ Alkmaar 3-1; matches are scheduled for April 10th and 17th.
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16% Bias Score
Corporate EV Leasing: A Bridge to Sustainable Transport?
Increased corporate leasing of electric vehicles is a response to EU regulations on CO2 emissions, benefiting both businesses seeking sustainable transport and automakers needing to meet emission targets, although the long-term sustainability of this approach is uncertain.
Corporate EV Leasing: A Bridge to Sustainable Transport?
Increased corporate leasing of electric vehicles is a response to EU regulations on CO2 emissions, benefiting both businesses seeking sustainable transport and automakers needing to meet emission targets, although the long-term sustainability of this approach is uncertain.
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44% Bias Score
Electric Car Sharing Gains Momentum Amidst Challenges
Car sharing services are experiencing growth, particularly among younger, eco-conscious drivers, driven by convenience and sustainability, although challenges remain around vehicle availability and maintenance; companies are innovating with electric fleets and partnerships to overcome these obstacle...
Electric Car Sharing Gains Momentum Amidst Challenges
Car sharing services are experiencing growth, particularly among younger, eco-conscious drivers, driven by convenience and sustainability, although challenges remain around vehicle availability and maintenance; companies are innovating with electric fleets and partnerships to overcome these obstacle...
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40% Bias Score
Australia Urges Local Consumption Amid Trump Tariff Fallout
Australia's government is urging consumers to buy local products to mitigate the economic impact of failing to secure an exemption from Donald Trump's tariffs, prompting a political debate ahead of the election, with the opposition criticizing the government's weakness while also attempting to explo...
Australia Urges Local Consumption Amid Trump Tariff Fallout
Australia's government is urging consumers to buy local products to mitigate the economic impact of failing to secure an exemption from Donald Trump's tariffs, prompting a political debate ahead of the election, with the opposition criticizing the government's weakness while also attempting to explo...
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48% Bias Score