February 2025
March 2025
High-Yield CDs Outperform Savings Accounts in 2026
A $5,000 CD can earn $162.25 (9 months at 4.35% APY), $220.00 (12 months at 4.40% APY), or $315.22 (18 months at 4.16% APY) by 2026, significantly outperforming a savings account with returns of $15.37, $20.50, and $30.78 respectively for the same durations. Early withdrawal penalties apply.
High-Yield CDs Outperform Savings Accounts in 2026
A $5,000 CD can earn $162.25 (9 months at 4.35% APY), $220.00 (12 months at 4.40% APY), or $315.22 (18 months at 4.16% APY) by 2026, significantly outperforming a savings account with returns of $15.37, $20.50, and $30.78 respectively for the same durations. Early withdrawal penalties apply.
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56% Bias Score
Merz's Chancellorship: A New Dynamic for Hesse
The shift in German leadership from Merkel to Merz creates a new dynamic between the federal government and Hesse, impacting regional interests despite a seemingly cooperative relationship between Hessian Minister-President Boris Rhein and the new Chancellor.
Merz's Chancellorship: A New Dynamic for Hesse
The shift in German leadership from Merkel to Merz creates a new dynamic between the federal government and Hesse, impacting regional interests despite a seemingly cooperative relationship between Hessian Minister-President Boris Rhein and the new Chancellor.
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48% Bias Score
Maple Water: A \$2.6 Billion Canadian Beverage Boom
Canadian maple water sales are booming, reaching \$506 million in 2024 and projected to hit \$2.6 billion by 2033, driven by health benefits and international expansion, though it faces pricing challenges against established competitors like coconut water.
Maple Water: A \$2.6 Billion Canadian Beverage Boom
Canadian maple water sales are booming, reaching \$506 million in 2024 and projected to hit \$2.6 billion by 2033, driven by health benefits and international expansion, though it faces pricing challenges against established competitors like coconut water.
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48% Bias Score
CSU Reclaims Munich Constituencies Amidst New Electoral System
In Munich's recent elections, the CSU party won several constituencies, reclaiming seats from the Greens, while the new electoral system added complexity to seat allocation.
CSU Reclaims Munich Constituencies Amidst New Electoral System
In Munich's recent elections, the CSU party won several constituencies, reclaiming seats from the Greens, while the new electoral system added complexity to seat allocation.
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20% Bias Score
Fishing Ban Enacted Near Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
To improve navigation safety and protect the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, a fishing ban within 5 kilometers of the bridge will be enforced starting March 1st in Guangdong, affecting Zhuhai's growing sea fishing industry and requiring vessels to meet new safety standards.
Fishing Ban Enacted Near Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
To improve navigation safety and protect the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, a fishing ban within 5 kilometers of the bridge will be enforced starting March 1st in Guangdong, affecting Zhuhai's growing sea fishing industry and requiring vessels to meet new safety standards.
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32% Bias Score
From Gene-Centric to Cell-Centric: A Biological Analogy for Social Cooperation
This article contrasts the gene-centric view of life, emphasizing competition, with the cell-centric view, highlighting cooperation, using the analogy of society as an organism to critique the use of genetic determinism to justify social inequalities.
From Gene-Centric to Cell-Centric: A Biological Analogy for Social Cooperation
This article contrasts the gene-centric view of life, emphasizing competition, with the cell-centric view, highlighting cooperation, using the analogy of society as an organism to critique the use of genetic determinism to justify social inequalities.
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56% Bias Score
Trump Appoints Former Prisoner as 'Pardon Czar'
Alice Marie Johnson, a former prisoner pardoned by President Trump in 2018, was appointed as the 'pardon czar' on Monday and will prioritize pardon candidates with solid reentry plans, including housing, employment, and mental health services, to ensure successful reintegration into society.
Trump Appoints Former Prisoner as 'Pardon Czar'
Alice Marie Johnson, a former prisoner pardoned by President Trump in 2018, was appointed as the 'pardon czar' on Monday and will prioritize pardon candidates with solid reentry plans, including housing, employment, and mental health services, to ensure successful reintegration into society.
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52% Bias Score
Folk Singer Bill Fay Dies Aged 81
Folk singer Bill Fay, known for songs like "The Healing Day," died peacefully in London on Saturday aged 81; his record label hopes to release his final, unfinished album.
Folk Singer Bill Fay Dies Aged 81
Folk singer Bill Fay, known for songs like "The Healing Day," died peacefully in London on Saturday aged 81; his record label hopes to release his final, unfinished album.
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16% Bias Score
Double Lung Transplant Gives Couple a 'Second Chance'
John Canning, 66, from Leicestershire, received a double lung transplant in April 2023 after battling COPD, enabling him and his wife to resume ballroom dancing and book a Mediterranean cruise; this success highlights the life-altering impact of organ donation and encourages public registration.
Double Lung Transplant Gives Couple a 'Second Chance'
John Canning, 66, from Leicestershire, received a double lung transplant in April 2023 after battling COPD, enabling him and his wife to resume ballroom dancing and book a Mediterranean cruise; this success highlights the life-altering impact of organ donation and encourages public registration.
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44% Bias Score
Tropical Cyclone Alfred Strengthens Offshore of Queensland
Tropical Cyclone Alfred, currently a category 1, formed 900km east of Cairns on Sunday and is forecast to intensify to category 3 by Tuesday, though it's expected to remain offshore, potentially impacting the east coast with strong winds and rain later this week.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred Strengthens Offshore of Queensland
Tropical Cyclone Alfred, currently a category 1, formed 900km east of Cairns on Sunday and is forecast to intensify to category 3 by Tuesday, though it's expected to remain offshore, potentially impacting the east coast with strong winds and rain later this week.
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56% Bias Score
Dundee University Strike: 450 Staff Walk Out Over Job Cuts
Staff at Dundee University are striking for three weeks over planned job cuts stemming from a projected £30 million deficit; 74% of UCU members voted for the strike, impacting lectures and classes.
Dundee University Strike: 450 Staff Walk Out Over Job Cuts
Staff at Dundee University are striking for three weeks over planned job cuts stemming from a projected £30 million deficit; 74% of UCU members voted for the strike, impacting lectures and classes.
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32% Bias Score
Chavela, la última chamana": A Play Premieres in Madrid
A new play, "Chavela, la última chamana," portraying the life of the iconic Mexican singer Chavela Vargas, premiered in Madrid's Teatro Marquina on an unspecified date and runs until June 4th, directed by Carolina Román and featuring Luisa Gavasa, Paula Iwasaki, Raquel Varela, Laura Porras, Nita, an...
Chavela, la última chamana": A Play Premieres in Madrid
A new play, "Chavela, la última chamana," portraying the life of the iconic Mexican singer Chavela Vargas, premiered in Madrid's Teatro Marquina on an unspecified date and runs until June 4th, directed by Carolina Román and featuring Luisa Gavasa, Paula Iwasaki, Raquel Varela, Laura Porras, Nita, an...
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48% Bias Score