January 2025
February 2025
Sydney Council Rejects Central Barangaroo Construction Plans
The City of Sydney Council rejected preliminary construction plans for Central Barangaroo, a $2 billion-plus development, due to a lack of clarity regarding its overall design and public benefits, causing delays to the project which includes 150 luxury apartments, a hotel, and commercial spaces.
Sydney Council Rejects Central Barangaroo Construction Plans
The City of Sydney Council rejected preliminary construction plans for Central Barangaroo, a $2 billion-plus development, due to a lack of clarity regarding its overall design and public benefits, causing delays to the project which includes 150 luxury apartments, a hotel, and commercial spaces.
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52% Bias Score
German Father on Trial for Shaking Infant to Death
A 30-year-old father in Neubrandenburg, Germany, is on trial for causing the death of his two-month-old son by violently shaking and bouncing him on January 11, 2024, resulting in brain hemorrhages, oxygen deprivation, and brain swelling; the trial begins in February 2025.
German Father on Trial for Shaking Infant to Death
A 30-year-old father in Neubrandenburg, Germany, is on trial for causing the death of his two-month-old son by violently shaking and bouncing him on January 11, 2024, resulting in brain hemorrhages, oxygen deprivation, and brain swelling; the trial begins in February 2025.
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44% Bias Score
Trapped in a Simulated Reality: Peter Terrin's "Nog lang geen winter
Peter Terrin's "Nog lang geen winter" follows Simon, who discovers he's trapped in a simulated reality created by Quantum Entertainments after a failed three-week immersive experience following the death of his ex-wife, Carla; the narrative unravels through strange events and a large sum of money de...
Trapped in a Simulated Reality: Peter Terrin's "Nog lang geen winter
Peter Terrin's "Nog lang geen winter" follows Simon, who discovers he's trapped in a simulated reality created by Quantum Entertainments after a failed three-week immersive experience following the death of his ex-wife, Carla; the narrative unravels through strange events and a large sum of money de...
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40% Bias Score
FDA Bans Red No. 3 Food Dye Despite Lack of Human Cancer Link
The U.S. FDA banned Red No. 3, a synthetic food dye, from its food supply by January 15, 2027, due to the Delaney Clause, which prohibits food additives shown to cause cancer in animals even without evidence of human harm; Canada, however, continues to permit its use within specific limits.
FDA Bans Red No. 3 Food Dye Despite Lack of Human Cancer Link
The U.S. FDA banned Red No. 3, a synthetic food dye, from its food supply by January 15, 2027, due to the Delaney Clause, which prohibits food additives shown to cause cancer in animals even without evidence of human harm; Canada, however, continues to permit its use within specific limits.
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36% Bias Score
Kaprizov on LTIR; Johansson Injured
The Minnesota Wild put star forward Kirill Kaprizov on long-term injured reserve Thursday, enabling them to exceed the salary cap, while also placing Marcus Johansson on IR due to a concussion from an unpenalized hit; the moves come as the Wild have lost three of their last four games.
Kaprizov on LTIR; Johansson Injured
The Minnesota Wild put star forward Kirill Kaprizov on long-term injured reserve Thursday, enabling them to exceed the salary cap, while also placing Marcus Johansson on IR due to a concussion from an unpenalized hit; the moves come as the Wild have lost three of their last four games.
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36% Bias Score
Two Men Stabbed to Death at Melbourne Birthday Party Brawl
Two closely related men were fatally stabbed during a large fight that followed a birthday party in Clyde North, Melbourne, on Thursday night; police are appealing for witnesses and information.
Two Men Stabbed to Death at Melbourne Birthday Party Brawl
Two closely related men were fatally stabbed during a large fight that followed a birthday party in Clyde North, Melbourne, on Thursday night; police are appealing for witnesses and information.
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28% Bias Score
Rugby Coach Suffers Two Heart Attacks, Stroke
Pontypool RFC team manager Ryan Thomas suffered two heart attacks and a stroke after collapsing at the gym on November 7th, requiring extensive medical intervention; he remains hospitalized, facing a long recovery.
Rugby Coach Suffers Two Heart Attacks, Stroke
Pontypool RFC team manager Ryan Thomas suffered two heart attacks and a stroke after collapsing at the gym on November 7th, requiring extensive medical intervention; he remains hospitalized, facing a long recovery.
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56% Bias Score
Dutch Parliament Ends Pre-Appointment Hearings for Ministers
The Dutch House of Representatives ended its experiment with pre-appointment hearings for ministers and state secretaries after one session due to criticism of low-quality questions and political opportunism, with several parties citing concerns about the hearings' impact on the political system.
Dutch Parliament Ends Pre-Appointment Hearings for Ministers
The Dutch House of Representatives ended its experiment with pre-appointment hearings for ministers and state secretaries after one session due to criticism of low-quality questions and political opportunism, with several parties citing concerns about the hearings' impact on the political system.
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52% Bias Score
Short-Term CDs: A Strategic Savings Option for 2025
Short-term CDs offer flexibility, quick returns, and potential for future rate increases, benefiting savers seeking adaptability in 2025's volatile interest rate climate; a \$10,000, 6-month CD at 4.61% yields about \$230.
Short-Term CDs: A Strategic Savings Option for 2025
Short-term CDs offer flexibility, quick returns, and potential for future rate increases, benefiting savers seeking adaptability in 2025's volatile interest rate climate; a \$10,000, 6-month CD at 4.61% yields about \$230.
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48% Bias Score
Italy's New School Curriculum Sparks Debate
Italian Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara announced new school guidelines reintroducing grammar in primary schools, optional Latin in middle school, and Bible studies in elementary schools, sparking debate among principals about alignment with existing initiatives and potential impacts.
Italy's New School Curriculum Sparks Debate
Italian Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara announced new school guidelines reintroducing grammar in primary schools, optional Latin in middle school, and Bible studies in elementary schools, sparking debate among principals about alignment with existing initiatives and potential impacts.
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36% Bias Score
Fire Delays Match, Wade's Six Sinks Heat's Finals Hopes
An electrical fire at the Gabba delayed a Big Bash League match between Brisbane Heat and Hobart Hurricanes, but Matthew Wade's final-ball six secured a 7-wicket win for Hobart, jeopardizing Brisbane's finals hopes.
Fire Delays Match, Wade's Six Sinks Heat's Finals Hopes
An electrical fire at the Gabba delayed a Big Bash League match between Brisbane Heat and Hobart Hurricanes, but Matthew Wade's final-ball six secured a 7-wicket win for Hobart, jeopardizing Brisbane's finals hopes.
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32% Bias Score
Diverse Music Lineup Set for Trump's Inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration events will feature performances by various artists, including Carrie Underwood, the Village People, Rascal Flatts, and Jason Aldean, aiming to celebrate his victory and promote national unity.
Diverse Music Lineup Set for Trump's Inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration events will feature performances by various artists, including Carrie Underwood, the Village People, Rascal Flatts, and Jason Aldean, aiming to celebrate his victory and promote national unity.
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40% Bias Score