February 2025
March 2025
Santorini Declares State of Emergency After Earthquake Swarm
The Greek government declared a state of emergency on Santorini island due to hundreds of undersea earthquakes in one week, the strongest measuring 5.2 magnitude; many residents and seasonal workers evacuated, schools are closed, and areas prone to landslides are closed off.
Santorini Declares State of Emergency After Earthquake Swarm
The Greek government declared a state of emergency on Santorini island due to hundreds of undersea earthquakes in one week, the strongest measuring 5.2 magnitude; many residents and seasonal workers evacuated, schools are closed, and areas prone to landslides are closed off.
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36% Bias Score
Netherlands to Phase Out Housing Cost Deductions from Migrant Workers' Wages by 2030
The Dutch government plans to phase out the ability of employers to deduct housing costs from migrant workers' minimum wages by 2030, addressing exploitative practices while encouraging responsible employer-provided housing.
Netherlands to Phase Out Housing Cost Deductions from Migrant Workers' Wages by 2030
The Dutch government plans to phase out the ability of employers to deduct housing costs from migrant workers' minimum wages by 2030, addressing exploitative practices while encouraging responsible employer-provided housing.
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40% Bias Score
Israel Updates SAFE Tax Guidelines, Raising Investment Cap to $20 Million
The Israel Tax Authority (ITA) issued updated guidelines for Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs), raising the investment cap to \$20 million, clarifying conversion triggers linked to financing rounds exceeding 40% of diluted share capital or 10 times outstanding SAFEs, introducing options fo...
Israel Updates SAFE Tax Guidelines, Raising Investment Cap to $20 Million
The Israel Tax Authority (ITA) issued updated guidelines for Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs), raising the investment cap to \$20 million, clarifying conversion triggers linked to financing rounds exceeding 40% of diluted share capital or 10 times outstanding SAFEs, introducing options fo...
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44% Bias Score
Sandwich Generation Faces Crushing Financial Strain
The sandwich generation faces financial strain from elder care, children's expenses, and insufficient retirement savings, forcing difficult choices and impacting well-being; proactive steps include setting limits, exploring financial assistance, and prioritizing self-care.
Sandwich Generation Faces Crushing Financial Strain
The sandwich generation faces financial strain from elder care, children's expenses, and insufficient retirement savings, forcing difficult choices and impacting well-being; proactive steps include setting limits, exploring financial assistance, and prioritizing self-care.
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44% Bias Score
States Vie for Sporting Event Supremacy
Victoria secured an NFL game for the MCG in 2024, while NSW invested \$16 million in a UFC event, sparking debate about event suitability and economic impact; costs for the NFL game remain undisclosed.
States Vie for Sporting Event Supremacy
Victoria secured an NFL game for the MCG in 2024, while NSW invested \$16 million in a UFC event, sparking debate about event suitability and economic impact; costs for the NFL game remain undisclosed.
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60% Bias Score
North Sydney Council Faces Developer Backlash Over Proposed 87% Rate Hike
North Sydney Council is proposing an 87.05% property rate increase over two years, sparking outrage from developers like Stockland, Mirvac, and Lendlease, who warn of crippling business impacts and a decline in the CBD's revival due to increased costs and already high vacancy rates.
North Sydney Council Faces Developer Backlash Over Proposed 87% Rate Hike
North Sydney Council is proposing an 87.05% property rate increase over two years, sparking outrage from developers like Stockland, Mirvac, and Lendlease, who warn of crippling business impacts and a decline in the CBD's revival due to increased costs and already high vacancy rates.
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52% Bias Score
RIVM Study Links Goat Farms to Lung Infections, Sparking Political Debate
A new RIVM study links lung infections to proximity to goat farms, prompting the VVD to call for a moratorium on new goat farms; the government is divided on the response, with the Minister of Health wanting action while the Minister of Agriculture wants to wait for further advice from the Health Co...
RIVM Study Links Goat Farms to Lung Infections, Sparking Political Debate
A new RIVM study links lung infections to proximity to goat farms, prompting the VVD to call for a moratorium on new goat farms; the government is divided on the response, with the Minister of Health wanting action while the Minister of Agriculture wants to wait for further advice from the Health Co...
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44% Bias Score
Dutch Government Faces €5.8 Million Loss from Museum Theft
The Netherlands may pay €5.8 million if four stolen Romanian artifacts—a gold helmet and three bracelets—from the Drents Museum in Assen are not recovered; the government's insurance scheme covers 30 percent of insured value for temporary exhibitions.
Dutch Government Faces €5.8 Million Loss from Museum Theft
The Netherlands may pay €5.8 million if four stolen Romanian artifacts—a gold helmet and three bracelets—from the Drents Museum in Assen are not recovered; the government's insurance scheme covers 30 percent of insured value for temporary exhibitions.
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36% Bias Score
Australian Workers' Holiday Connectivity: A Productivity and Well-being Crisis
A recent study shows that 70 percent of Australians check work emails during their holidays, with women more frequently contacted than men, despite guidelines protecting uninterrupted leave, highlighting the negative impact on employee well-being and productivity.
Australian Workers' Holiday Connectivity: A Productivity and Well-being Crisis
A recent study shows that 70 percent of Australians check work emails during their holidays, with women more frequently contacted than men, despite guidelines protecting uninterrupted leave, highlighting the negative impact on employee well-being and productivity.
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32% Bias Score
Entrepreneurial Challenges: A CEO's All-or-Nothing Story
Levi King, CEO of Nav.com, recounts his abrupt dismissal for starting a competing sign business, illustrating the all-or-nothing nature of entrepreneurship and outlining nine common challenges new business owners face, including cash flow, time management, and market changes.
Entrepreneurial Challenges: A CEO's All-or-Nothing Story
Levi King, CEO of Nav.com, recounts his abrupt dismissal for starting a competing sign business, illustrating the all-or-nothing nature of entrepreneurship and outlining nine common challenges new business owners face, including cash flow, time management, and market changes.
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16% Bias Score
Australia Enacts Mandatory Minimum Sentence for Hate Symbols
Australia's parliament passed a law mandating a minimum one-year jail sentence for displaying hate symbols, despite Labor's past opposition and concerns raised by prominent barrister Bret Walker, SC, about its potential for discriminatory and unjust outcomes.
Australia Enacts Mandatory Minimum Sentence for Hate Symbols
Australia's parliament passed a law mandating a minimum one-year jail sentence for displaying hate symbols, despite Labor's past opposition and concerns raised by prominent barrister Bret Walker, SC, about its potential for discriminatory and unjust outcomes.
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48% Bias Score
Municipal Bonds Fuel Stadium Construction, Offering Unique Investment Opportunities
Municipal bonds, often backed by secure revenue streams beyond team performance, are increasingly financing stadium projects and offering tax-exempt interest to high-income investors; Nuveen's portfolio includes bonds tied to Yankee Stadium and Nissan Stadium, illustrating diverse funding models.
Municipal Bonds Fuel Stadium Construction, Offering Unique Investment Opportunities
Municipal bonds, often backed by secure revenue streams beyond team performance, are increasingly financing stadium projects and offering tax-exempt interest to high-income investors; Nuveen's portfolio includes bonds tied to Yankee Stadium and Nissan Stadium, illustrating diverse funding models.
Progress
36% Bias Score