January 2025
February 2025
Gallant Resigns from Knesset Amidst Gaza War Disagreements
Former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant resigned from the Knesset on Wednesday, citing disagreements with the government's handling of the Gaza war and its policy on ultra-Orthodox military exemptions; his dismissal by Prime Minister Netanyahu two months prior, and the ongoing war and the exemp...
Gallant Resigns from Knesset Amidst Gaza War Disagreements
Former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant resigned from the Knesset on Wednesday, citing disagreements with the government's handling of the Gaza war and its policy on ultra-Orthodox military exemptions; his dismissal by Prime Minister Netanyahu two months prior, and the ongoing war and the exemp...
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36% Bias Score
Hindenburg Accuses Carvana of Accounting Manipulation, Stock Drops 3%
Hindenburg Research accused Carvana of accounting manipulation and undisclosed related-party transactions involving $800 million in loan sales, causing a 3% stock drop; CEO Ernie Garcia III and his father, Ernest Garcia II, are implicated.
Hindenburg Accuses Carvana of Accounting Manipulation, Stock Drops 3%
Hindenburg Research accused Carvana of accounting manipulation and undisclosed related-party transactions involving $800 million in loan sales, causing a 3% stock drop; CEO Ernie Garcia III and his father, Ernest Garcia II, are implicated.
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48% Bias Score
US Debt Ceiling Reinstated, Delaying but Not Avoiding Looming Crisis
The US debt ceiling was reinstated at nearly \$36.2 trillion on Thursday, delaying the need for extraordinary measures to avoid default until mid-January, creating a political challenge for Republicans in Congress who must resolve it before a potential first-ever default.
US Debt Ceiling Reinstated, Delaying but Not Avoiding Looming Crisis
The US debt ceiling was reinstated at nearly \$36.2 trillion on Thursday, delaying the need for extraordinary measures to avoid default until mid-January, creating a political challenge for Republicans in Congress who must resolve it before a potential first-ever default.
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44% Bias Score
Proposed Sugary Drinks Tax Aims to Curb Australia's Obesity Crisis
Australia's high rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes, linked to excessive sugar consumption, could be mitigated by a proposed sugary drinks tax estimated to generate $500 million annually while reducing healthcare costs and sugar intake.
Proposed Sugary Drinks Tax Aims to Curb Australia's Obesity Crisis
Australia's high rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes, linked to excessive sugar consumption, could be mitigated by a proposed sugary drinks tax estimated to generate $500 million annually while reducing healthcare costs and sugar intake.
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56% Bias Score
China Increases Government Investment to Boost Domestic Demand
China's 2024 budget earmarks $95.9 billion for investment, a 2.94 percent increase from 2023, aiming to counter trade protectionism's impact by boosting domestic demand and addressing challenges in project quality, debt, and private investment.
China Increases Government Investment to Boost Domestic Demand
China's 2024 budget earmarks $95.9 billion for investment, a 2.94 percent increase from 2023, aiming to counter trade protectionism's impact by boosting domestic demand and addressing challenges in project quality, debt, and private investment.
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40% Bias Score
Global South Forum Challenges Western Hegemony, Promotes Inclusive Development
The Global South Media and Think Tank Forum, held in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in November, gathered 350 representatives from over 70 countries to address global challenges and promote a more just and inclusive world order, echoing the Bandung Conference's spirit of unity.
Global South Forum Challenges Western Hegemony, Promotes Inclusive Development
The Global South Media and Think Tank Forum, held in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in November, gathered 350 representatives from over 70 countries to address global challenges and promote a more just and inclusive world order, echoing the Bandung Conference's spirit of unity.
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56% Bias Score
UK Unearths Largest Dinosaur Footprint Site
A quarry in Oxfordshire, UK, revealed the country's largest dinosaur trackway site, featuring around 200 footprints from sauropods and megalosaurs, dating back 166 million years and providing insights into their behavior and the Jurassic environment.
UK Unearths Largest Dinosaur Footprint Site
A quarry in Oxfordshire, UK, revealed the country's largest dinosaur trackway site, featuring around 200 footprints from sauropods and megalosaurs, dating back 166 million years and providing insights into their behavior and the Jurassic environment.
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4% Bias Score
Study: Each Cigarette Costs 20 Minutes of Life
A new study shows each cigarette shortens life expectancy by roughly 20 minutes; quitting, even later in life, adds to lifespan; effects are cumulative, with significant benefits from early cessation.
Study: Each Cigarette Costs 20 Minutes of Life
A new study shows each cigarette shortens life expectancy by roughly 20 minutes; quitting, even later in life, adds to lifespan; effects are cumulative, with significant benefits from early cessation.
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40% Bias Score
Microsoft Launches "Zero Day Quest" Bug Bounty Program
Microsoft launched "Zero Day Quest," a bug bounty program offering $4,000-$30,000 for critical vulnerabilities found in its AI and cloud products, culminating in an invitation-only event for top hackers.
Microsoft Launches "Zero Day Quest" Bug Bounty Program
Microsoft launched "Zero Day Quest," a bug bounty program offering $4,000-$30,000 for critical vulnerabilities found in its AI and cloud products, culminating in an invitation-only event for top hackers.
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32% Bias Score
China's Rising IP Power Fuels Economic Growth and Global Competitiveness
China's emphasis on intellectual property rights is boosting economic growth and international competitiveness, as seen in successful patent defenses, increased patent filings by enterprises, and government initiatives to support companies in managing international IP disputes.
China's Rising IP Power Fuels Economic Growth and Global Competitiveness
China's emphasis on intellectual property rights is boosting economic growth and international competitiveness, as seen in successful patent defenses, increased patent filings by enterprises, and government initiatives to support companies in managing international IP disputes.
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40% Bias Score
Macron Admits Election Strategy Backfired, Proposes Referendums to End French Political Stalemate
French President Emmanuel Macron admitted his snap summer elections backfired, causing political chaos, and proposed referendums for 2025 to address the resulting divided parliament and unapproved budget, acknowledging increased instability.
Macron Admits Election Strategy Backfired, Proposes Referendums to End French Political Stalemate
French President Emmanuel Macron admitted his snap summer elections backfired, causing political chaos, and proposed referendums for 2025 to address the resulting divided parliament and unapproved budget, acknowledging increased instability.
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36% Bias Score
Romania and Bulgaria Join Schengen Zone
Romania and Bulgaria joined the Schengen zone on January 1, 2024, ending a 13-year wait and eliminating border controls after Austria dropped its objections following a border protection agreement focusing on the Bulgarian-Turkish border.
Romania and Bulgaria Join Schengen Zone
Romania and Bulgaria joined the Schengen zone on January 1, 2024, ending a 13-year wait and eliminating border controls after Austria dropped its objections following a border protection agreement focusing on the Bulgarian-Turkish border.
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32% Bias Score