January 2025
February 2025
ATXN2 Gene Defect Model Shows Promise for Neurodegenerative Disease Treatment
Russian scientists modeled an ATXN2 gene defect causing neurodegenerative diseases; abnormal CAG repeats disrupt protein synthesis, impacting nerve impulse transmission and correlating with disease onset age; future research will test drugs on mice to increase nuclear fluid viscosity.
ATXN2 Gene Defect Model Shows Promise for Neurodegenerative Disease Treatment
Russian scientists modeled an ATXN2 gene defect causing neurodegenerative diseases; abnormal CAG repeats disrupt protein synthesis, impacting nerve impulse transmission and correlating with disease onset age; future research will test drugs on mice to increase nuclear fluid viscosity.
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12% Bias Score
PP Extends Housing Loan Guarantees to Age 40
The Partido Popular (PP) in Spain announced an agreement to extend housing loan guarantees to people up to 40 years old in regions under their control, covering 20% of housing costs, as an alternative to the current government's policies deemed ineffective.
PP Extends Housing Loan Guarantees to Age 40
The Partido Popular (PP) in Spain announced an agreement to extend housing loan guarantees to people up to 40 years old in regions under their control, covering 20% of housing costs, as an alternative to the current government's policies deemed ineffective.
Progress
52% Bias Score
Bomb Attack on Turin's Banfo Center Sparks Outpouring of Community Support
A bomb exploded at the Banfo center in Turin on January 10th, causing minor damage but prompting widespread community and political support, raising over €1000 in aid.
Bomb Attack on Turin's Banfo Center Sparks Outpouring of Community Support
A bomb exploded at the Banfo center in Turin on January 10th, causing minor damage but prompting widespread community and political support, raising over €1000 in aid.
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28% Bias Score
Kentucky Wildcats at Mississippi State Bulldogs: A Clash of SEC Titans
No. 6 Kentucky travels to face No. 14 Mississippi State on Saturday, January 28th, at 8:30 p.m. ET in Starkville, Mississippi, with the game airing on the SEC Network and streaming on Fubo; Kentucky, led by high-scoring players Koby Brea, Lamont Butler, and Otega Oweh, aims to avenge a recent loss, ...
Kentucky Wildcats at Mississippi State Bulldogs: A Clash of SEC Titans
No. 6 Kentucky travels to face No. 14 Mississippi State on Saturday, January 28th, at 8:30 p.m. ET in Starkville, Mississippi, with the game airing on the SEC Network and streaming on Fubo; Kentucky, led by high-scoring players Koby Brea, Lamont Butler, and Otega Oweh, aims to avenge a recent loss, ...
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24% Bias Score
700 Arrested in The Hague After Extinction Rebellion Highway Blockade
In The Hague, Netherlands, over 700 Extinction Rebellion (XR) activists were arrested for blocking the A12 highway, resulting in a 5-hour traffic disruption, police use of water cannons, and 12 additional arrests for various offenses. The protest aimed to stop fossil fuel subsidies.
700 Arrested in The Hague After Extinction Rebellion Highway Blockade
In The Hague, Netherlands, over 700 Extinction Rebellion (XR) activists were arrested for blocking the A12 highway, resulting in a 5-hour traffic disruption, police use of water cannons, and 12 additional arrests for various offenses. The protest aimed to stop fossil fuel subsidies.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Sex Toy Hacking Risk: UK Government Warns of Physical and Psychological Harm
A UK government-commissioned report highlights the risk of hacking Bluetooth-enabled sex toys, warning of potential physical (e.g., overheating, remote locking) and psychological (data breaches) harm due to unencrypted connections and insecure APIs.
Sex Toy Hacking Risk: UK Government Warns of Physical and Psychological Harm
A UK government-commissioned report highlights the risk of hacking Bluetooth-enabled sex toys, warning of potential physical (e.g., overheating, remote locking) and psychological (data breaches) harm due to unencrypted connections and insecure APIs.
Progress
56% Bias Score
California Army Reserve Center Burglary: Humvees, Weapons, and Equipment Stolen
Thieves stole three Humvees, one armored, and various military equipment including machine gun mounts, from a California Army Reserve Center on Wednesday night, raising concerns about security and potential misuse of stolen assets amidst ongoing wildfires and social unrest.
California Army Reserve Center Burglary: Humvees, Weapons, and Equipment Stolen
Thieves stole three Humvees, one armored, and various military equipment including machine gun mounts, from a California Army Reserve Center on Wednesday night, raising concerns about security and potential misuse of stolen assets amidst ongoing wildfires and social unrest.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Mazda 6e: All-Electric Sedan with Two Battery Options and Advanced Technology
Mazda launched its all-electric Mazda 6e, featuring a dedicated EV platform, two battery options (68.8 kWh and 80 kWh providing 479km and 552km range respectively), advanced technology like a 14.6-inch infotainment screen and augmented reality head-up display, and a spacious interior; however, it no...
Mazda 6e: All-Electric Sedan with Two Battery Options and Advanced Technology
Mazda launched its all-electric Mazda 6e, featuring a dedicated EV platform, two battery options (68.8 kWh and 80 kWh providing 479km and 552km range respectively), advanced technology like a 14.6-inch infotainment screen and augmented reality head-up display, and a spacious interior; however, it no...
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40% Bias Score
Uganda Joins BRICS, Seeking Economic Growth and Investment
Uganda officially became a BRICS partner country on January 1st, 2025, gaining access to major emerging markets and seeking alternative financing options, potentially creating over 5 million jobs.
Uganda Joins BRICS, Seeking Economic Growth and Investment
Uganda officially became a BRICS partner country on January 1st, 2025, gaining access to major emerging markets and seeking alternative financing options, potentially creating over 5 million jobs.
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48% Bias Score
700 Arrested in The Hague as Extinction Rebellion Blocks Highway
In The Hague, Netherlands, over 700 Extinction Rebellion protestors were arrested for blocking the A12 highway, resulting in a five-hour traffic jam, police use of water cannons, and impacts to emergency services; twelve others were arrested for separate offenses.
700 Arrested in The Hague as Extinction Rebellion Blocks Highway
In The Hague, Netherlands, over 700 Extinction Rebellion protestors were arrested for blocking the A12 highway, resulting in a five-hour traffic jam, police use of water cannons, and impacts to emergency services; twelve others were arrested for separate offenses.
Progress
52% Bias Score
CNBC Investing Club Prioritizes Fundamentals Over Speculation
The CNBC Investing Club's portfolio management strategy emphasizes fundamental analysis over speculation and seasonal market trends, unlike Jim Cramer's previous hedge fund; this approach prioritizes long-term growth and risk mitigation.
CNBC Investing Club Prioritizes Fundamentals Over Speculation
The CNBC Investing Club's portfolio management strategy emphasizes fundamental analysis over speculation and seasonal market trends, unlike Jim Cramer's previous hedge fund; this approach prioritizes long-term growth and risk mitigation.
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52% Bias Score
Study Identifies Key Predictors of Impatience
A University of Riverside study involving 1401 participants found that impatience is significantly predicted by unpleasant waiting situations, the importance of the awaited goal, perceived blame for delays, and unexpected delays, but not by delay length alone; traits like need for closure and neurot...
Study Identifies Key Predictors of Impatience
A University of Riverside study involving 1401 participants found that impatience is significantly predicted by unpleasant waiting situations, the importance of the awaited goal, perceived blame for delays, and unexpected delays, but not by delay length alone; traits like need for closure and neurot...
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16% Bias Score