January 2025
February 2025
Arrest Made in Oldenburg Synagogue Arson Case
Following a broadcast of video evidence on "Aktenzeichen XY… ungelöst," a 27-year-old man from Vechta County was arrested and confessed to the arson attack on Oldenburg's synagogue on April 5th, 2024, after citizens provided crucial information leading to his identification.
Arrest Made in Oldenburg Synagogue Arson Case
Following a broadcast of video evidence on "Aktenzeichen XY… ungelöst," a 27-year-old man from Vechta County was arrested and confessed to the arson attack on Oldenburg's synagogue on April 5th, 2024, after citizens provided crucial information leading to his identification.
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36% Bias Score
Study Links Certain Medications to Reduced Dementia Risk
A Cambridge University study analyzing data from over 130 million health records found that use of antibiotics, antivirals, and anti-inflammatory drugs correlated with a lower dementia risk, supporting the "infection hypothesis" of Alzheimer's disease and suggesting potential for repurposing existin...
Study Links Certain Medications to Reduced Dementia Risk
A Cambridge University study analyzing data from over 130 million health records found that use of antibiotics, antivirals, and anti-inflammatory drugs correlated with a lower dementia risk, supporting the "infection hypothesis" of Alzheimer's disease and suggesting potential for repurposing existin...
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40% Bias Score
US Begins Mass Deportations of Undocumented Immigrants
The US Department of Homeland Security began mass arrests and deportations of undocumented immigrants, starting with Ukrainians following the end of the Uniting for Ukraine program, which allowed 150,000 Ukrainians to enter the US since its September 2023 launch. This action is linked to President T...
US Begins Mass Deportations of Undocumented Immigrants
The US Department of Homeland Security began mass arrests and deportations of undocumented immigrants, starting with Ukrainians following the end of the Uniting for Ukraine program, which allowed 150,000 Ukrainians to enter the US since its September 2023 launch. This action is linked to President T...
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56% Bias Score
14-Year-Old Charged with Murder of 12-Year-Old Boy in Birmingham
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of 12-year-old Leo Ross, who was stabbed to death in Birmingham's Hall Green on Tuesday; the boy has also been charged with six counts of assault and possession of a bladed article.
14-Year-Old Charged with Murder of 12-Year-Old Boy in Birmingham
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of 12-year-old Leo Ross, who was stabbed to death in Birmingham's Hall Green on Tuesday; the boy has also been charged with six counts of assault and possession of a bladed article.
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28% Bias Score
Markets Defy Doomsday Predictions on Trump's Tariffs
Despite media and economists predicting a catastrophic economic impact from potential new tariffs, financial markets remain calm, suggesting investors believe the tariffs will be a tactical move, possibly for negotiating leverage, and not an economic apocalypse. Trump's past policies and current pol...
Markets Defy Doomsday Predictions on Trump's Tariffs
Despite media and economists predicting a catastrophic economic impact from potential new tariffs, financial markets remain calm, suggesting investors believe the tariffs will be a tactical move, possibly for negotiating leverage, and not an economic apocalypse. Trump's past policies and current pol...
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52% Bias Score
2025 Retirement Rule Changes: Increased 401(k) Limits and Inherited IRA Penalties
New 2025 retirement rules increase 401(k) contribution limits for those aged 60-63 to \$34,750 and enforce a 25% penalty on missed inherited IRA withdrawals, impacting near-retirees' financial planning. The Social Security Fairness Act eliminates provisions that reduced benefits for some public serv...
2025 Retirement Rule Changes: Increased 401(k) Limits and Inherited IRA Penalties
New 2025 retirement rules increase 401(k) contribution limits for those aged 60-63 to \$34,750 and enforce a 25% penalty on missed inherited IRA withdrawals, impacting near-retirees' financial planning. The Social Security Fairness Act eliminates provisions that reduced benefits for some public serv...
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40% Bias Score
Social Media Investment Advice Leads to \$20,000 Loss for UK Investor
Amy Ryan, a 43-year-old from Wales, lost approximately \$20,000 after following investment advice from finance influencer Kevin Paffrath, highlighting the risks of relying on social media for financial guidance; the FTC reported nearly \$350 million in related fraud in the first half of 2023, emphas...
Social Media Investment Advice Leads to \$20,000 Loss for UK Investor
Amy Ryan, a 43-year-old from Wales, lost approximately \$20,000 after following investment advice from finance influencer Kevin Paffrath, highlighting the risks of relying on social media for financial guidance; the FTC reported nearly \$350 million in related fraud in the first half of 2023, emphas...
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40% Bias Score
Israel and Hamas Complete Second Prisoner Exchange
On January 25, 2025, Israel released 200 Palestinian prisoners in a second prisoner exchange with Hamas following a ceasefire, including 120 serving life sentences, while Hamas released four female Israeli soldiers.
Israel and Hamas Complete Second Prisoner Exchange
On January 25, 2025, Israel released 200 Palestinian prisoners in a second prisoner exchange with Hamas following a ceasefire, including 120 serving life sentences, while Hamas released four female Israeli soldiers.
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44% Bias Score
UK Farm Inheritance Tax Faces Backlash Amidst Food Security Concerns
The UK government's new inheritance tax on farms worth over £1 million is facing strong opposition from farmers and major food retailers due to concerns about food security and the tax's potential impact on family farms. The OBR questions the Treasury's revenue projections, while experts suggest the...
UK Farm Inheritance Tax Faces Backlash Amidst Food Security Concerns
The UK government's new inheritance tax on farms worth over £1 million is facing strong opposition from farmers and major food retailers due to concerns about food security and the tax's potential impact on family farms. The OBR questions the Treasury's revenue projections, while experts suggest the...
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60% Bias Score
Hegseth Confirmed as Defense Secretary Despite Controversy
Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News co-host, was narrowly confirmed as the new US Defense Secretary on Friday by the Senate, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote amidst multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and questionable financial dealings, prompting diverse reactions across...
Hegseth Confirmed as Defense Secretary Despite Controversy
Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News co-host, was narrowly confirmed as the new US Defense Secretary on Friday by the Senate, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote amidst multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and questionable financial dealings, prompting diverse reactions across...
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64% Bias Score
Zambia Breaks Ground on $340 Million Phosphate Plant
A $340 million phosphate processing plant, a joint venture between China's Sino Great Group and Zambia's Wonderful Group, broke ground in Chilanga, Zambia on January 25, 2024, aiming to transform phosphate resources into high-value products, create 10,500 jobs, and reduce fertilizer import dependenc...
Zambia Breaks Ground on $340 Million Phosphate Plant
A $340 million phosphate processing plant, a joint venture between China's Sino Great Group and Zambia's Wonderful Group, broke ground in Chilanga, Zambia on January 25, 2024, aiming to transform phosphate resources into high-value products, create 10,500 jobs, and reduce fertilizer import dependenc...
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52% Bias Score
Affordable Green Roofs Combat Extreme Heat in Rio Favela
Teto Verde Favela, a Rio de Janeiro-based nonprofit, installs affordable green roofs in the Parque Arará favela to combat extreme heat, using lightweight materials and community participation to reduce land surface temperatures and improve residents' health and well-being.
Affordable Green Roofs Combat Extreme Heat in Rio Favela
Teto Verde Favela, a Rio de Janeiro-based nonprofit, installs affordable green roofs in the Parque Arará favela to combat extreme heat, using lightweight materials and community participation to reduce land surface temperatures and improve residents' health and well-being.
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40% Bias Score