January 2025
February 2025
Dutch Pharmacies to Close Nationwide Amid Wage Dispute
Pharmacy workers in the Netherlands will strike nationwide on Thursday and Friday of next week, closing nearly 2000 pharmacies due to an ongoing dispute over wages and working conditions; unions demand a 6% pay raise while employers offer 2%.
Dutch Pharmacies to Close Nationwide Amid Wage Dispute
Pharmacy workers in the Netherlands will strike nationwide on Thursday and Friday of next week, closing nearly 2000 pharmacies due to an ongoing dispute over wages and working conditions; unions demand a 6% pay raise while employers offer 2%.
Progress
52% Bias Score
Dutch Pharmacies to Close for Two-Day Strike
Pharmacy employees in the Netherlands will strike on Thursday and Friday of next week, closing nearly 2000 pharmacies due to a dispute over a 6% pay raise demanded by unions CNV and FNV, while employers only offer 2%.
Dutch Pharmacies to Close for Two-Day Strike
Pharmacy employees in the Netherlands will strike on Thursday and Friday of next week, closing nearly 2000 pharmacies due to a dispute over a 6% pay raise demanded by unions CNV and FNV, while employers only offer 2%.
Progress
32% Bias Score
Dutch Prison Pilot Program Reduces Recidivism and Costs
A four-year pilot program at a Dutch prison in Middelburg, allowing inmates to work and maintain family ties during their sentences, significantly reduced recidivism and state costs, prompting calls for legislative changes to enable its continuation.
Dutch Prison Pilot Program Reduces Recidivism and Costs
A four-year pilot program at a Dutch prison in Middelburg, allowing inmates to work and maintain family ties during their sentences, significantly reduced recidivism and state costs, prompting calls for legislative changes to enable its continuation.
Progress
44% Bias Score
Market Volatility Boosts Demand for High-Quality Dividend Stocks
Amidst market volatility with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq experiencing their longest losing streaks since April, UBS highlights high-quality dividend stocks in the U.S., Japan, and other regions, noting regional differences in dividend growth and safety.
Market Volatility Boosts Demand for High-Quality Dividend Stocks
Amidst market volatility with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq experiencing their longest losing streaks since April, UBS highlights high-quality dividend stocks in the U.S., Japan, and other regions, noting regional differences in dividend growth and safety.
Progress
36% Bias Score
NYC Real Estate Shows Mixed Results in Q4 2024
New York City's real estate market in Q4 2024 showed a mixed performance, with luxury sales ranging from 19 to 39 contracts weekly, while the rental market slowed. Condo sales significantly outpaced co-ops (at least 3:1), due to amenities and ease of move-in, and the Republican election victory appe...
NYC Real Estate Shows Mixed Results in Q4 2024
New York City's real estate market in Q4 2024 showed a mixed performance, with luxury sales ranging from 19 to 39 contracts weekly, while the rental market slowed. Condo sales significantly outpaced co-ops (at least 3:1), due to amenities and ease of move-in, and the Republican election victory appe...
Progress
52% Bias Score
Israeli and Palestinian Music Reflects War's Impact
The October 7th attacks in Israel and subsequent war profoundly impacted the music of both Israelis and Palestinians, with Israeli songs reflecting hope and faith, others inciting violence, while Palestinian music emphasized suffering and resilience, highlighting the conflict's deep emotional and cu...
Israeli and Palestinian Music Reflects War's Impact
The October 7th attacks in Israel and subsequent war profoundly impacted the music of both Israelis and Palestinians, with Israeli songs reflecting hope and faith, others inciting violence, while Palestinian music emphasized suffering and resilience, highlighting the conflict's deep emotional and cu...
Progress
48% Bias Score
Dutch Prison Pilot Reduces Recidivism, Saves Money
A four-year pilot program at a Dutch prison, the Kleinschalige Voorziening Middelburg (KVM), allowed inmates to work and maintain family ties during the day, resulting in significantly lower recidivism rates and lower costs compared to traditional prisons. The program's success is prompting calls fo...
Dutch Prison Pilot Reduces Recidivism, Saves Money
A four-year pilot program at a Dutch prison, the Kleinschalige Voorziening Middelburg (KVM), allowed inmates to work and maintain family ties during the day, resulting in significantly lower recidivism rates and lower costs compared to traditional prisons. The program's success is prompting calls fo...
Progress
44% Bias Score
Dutch Pharmacies to Close Nationwide in Renewed Strike
Dutch pharmacy employees will strike nationwide on Thursday and Friday of next week, closing almost 2000 pharmacies due to an ongoing dispute over a 6% pay increase and high workload, despite a court previously halting a strike due to potential health risks.
Dutch Pharmacies to Close Nationwide in Renewed Strike
Dutch pharmacy employees will strike nationwide on Thursday and Friday of next week, closing almost 2000 pharmacies due to an ongoing dispute over a 6% pay increase and high workload, despite a court previously halting a strike due to potential health risks.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Ukraine's Shifting Stance on Russia Negotiations
Ukraine's presidential advisor Podolyak's recent about-face on negotiating with Russia, initially dismissing talks as illusory and later demanding severe military pressure on Russia before talks, highlights the complex dynamics and shifting positions within the Ukrainian government regarding peace n...
Ukraine's Shifting Stance on Russia Negotiations
Ukraine's presidential advisor Podolyak's recent about-face on negotiating with Russia, initially dismissing talks as illusory and later demanding severe military pressure on Russia before talks, highlights the complex dynamics and shifting positions within the Ukrainian government regarding peace n...
Progress
60% Bias Score
High Market Valuation Prompts Diversification Strategy for 2025
The high price-to-earnings ratio of the S&P 500, similar to pre-bear market levels in 1997, 2001, 2008, and 2019, suggests potential corrections in 2025, prompting a suggestion to invest in high-yield corporate bonds and closed-end funds like the PGIM Global High Yield Fund (GHY), offering 10%+ mont...
High Market Valuation Prompts Diversification Strategy for 2025
The high price-to-earnings ratio of the S&P 500, similar to pre-bear market levels in 1997, 2001, 2008, and 2019, suggests potential corrections in 2025, prompting a suggestion to invest in high-yield corporate bonds and closed-end funds like the PGIM Global High Yield Fund (GHY), offering 10%+ mont...
Progress
48% Bias Score
House Speaker Election Highlights GOP Internal Divisions
House Republicans are attempting to elect Mike Johnson as Speaker, facing potential internal opposition despite a presidential endorsement; a low threshold for dissent could trigger extended leadership battles and jeopardize the GOP agenda.
House Speaker Election Highlights GOP Internal Divisions
House Republicans are attempting to elect Mike Johnson as Speaker, facing potential internal opposition despite a presidential endorsement; a low threshold for dissent could trigger extended leadership battles and jeopardize the GOP agenda.
Progress
60% Bias Score
High Credit Card Debt Prompts January Push for Debt Forgiveness
Rising inflation and high credit card interest rates are increasing financial strain on Americans; consumer credit card debt rose from \$1.14 trillion to \$1.17 trillion between Q2 and Q3 2024, prompting consideration of debt settlement options like credit card debt forgiveness to alleviate the burd...
High Credit Card Debt Prompts January Push for Debt Forgiveness
Rising inflation and high credit card interest rates are increasing financial strain on Americans; consumer credit card debt rose from \$1.14 trillion to \$1.17 trillion between Q2 and Q3 2024, prompting consideration of debt settlement options like credit card debt forgiveness to alleviate the burd...
Progress
44% Bias Score