March 2025
April 2025
Third Oscar Nomination for "Dune" Special Effects Artist Gerd Nefzer
German special effects artist Gerd Nefzer, based in Schwäbisch Hall, is nominated for his third Oscar for his work on "Dune: Part Two", following his previous wins for "Blade Runner 2049" and "Dune", and a recent BAFTA win for the same film.
Third Oscar Nomination for "Dune" Special Effects Artist Gerd Nefzer
German special effects artist Gerd Nefzer, based in Schwäbisch Hall, is nominated for his third Oscar for his work on "Dune: Part Two", following his previous wins for "Blade Runner 2049" and "Dune", and a recent BAFTA win for the same film.
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20% Bias Score
Dragons' Den: £50,000 Investment for Eco-Friendly Soap Business
Lisa Hicks, founder of Monmouthshire-based SNOAP, secured a £50,000 investment from Peter Jones and Deborah Meaden on BBC's Dragons' Den for her eco-friendly soap dispenser business, launched in March 2020 to reduce single-use plastics.
Dragons' Den: £50,000 Investment for Eco-Friendly Soap Business
Lisa Hicks, founder of Monmouthshire-based SNOAP, secured a £50,000 investment from Peter Jones and Deborah Meaden on BBC's Dragons' Den for her eco-friendly soap dispenser business, launched in March 2020 to reduce single-use plastics.
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44% Bias Score
Grok Predicts Future of Russian Apartment Buildings: Smart, Green, and Community-Focused
On February 18, 2025, the Grok chatbot predicted that future Russian apartment buildings will be energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and technologically advanced, incorporating smart home technology, renewable energy sources, and community-focused design, reflecting a broader shift towards s...
Grok Predicts Future of Russian Apartment Buildings: Smart, Green, and Community-Focused
On February 18, 2025, the Grok chatbot predicted that future Russian apartment buildings will be energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and technologically advanced, incorporating smart home technology, renewable energy sources, and community-focused design, reflecting a broader shift towards s...
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40% Bias Score
Italian Bank Deposits Rise, Reversing Inflationary Trend
Italian bank deposits rose by €19.8 billion in 2024 to €1.363 trillion, reversing a two-year decline caused by inflation; business deposits led the increase, while household savings show cautiousness, and mortgage lending also rebounded.
Italian Bank Deposits Rise, Reversing Inflationary Trend
Italian bank deposits rose by €19.8 billion in 2024 to €1.363 trillion, reversing a two-year decline caused by inflation; business deposits led the increase, while household savings show cautiousness, and mortgage lending also rebounded.
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36% Bias Score
Dutch Police to Restructure Operations, Prioritizing Core Duties
The Dutch national police chief announced plans to streamline operations by offloading certain tasks to free up resources for core duties like crime fighting and increasing community presence, impacting service delivery and potentially response times.
Dutch Police to Restructure Operations, Prioritizing Core Duties
The Dutch national police chief announced plans to streamline operations by offloading certain tasks to free up resources for core duties like crime fighting and increasing community presence, impacting service delivery and potentially response times.
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36% Bias Score
Mixed Reactions to Albanese's Leadership and Broader Political Concerns
Letters to the editor of The Sydney Morning Herald express diverse opinions on Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's performance, healthcare reform, and the spread of misinformation, reflecting a polarized political climate.
Mixed Reactions to Albanese's Leadership and Broader Political Concerns
Letters to the editor of The Sydney Morning Herald express diverse opinions on Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's performance, healthcare reform, and the spread of misinformation, reflecting a polarized political climate.
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60% Bias Score
Online Grocery Substitutions: Asda Tops List of Inappropriate Swaps
A Which? survey reveals that 29% of online grocery shoppers received incorrect substitutions in their most recent orders, with Asda having the highest rate (almost 50%), highlighting inconsistencies in online grocery substitution practices across different supermarkets.
Online Grocery Substitutions: Asda Tops List of Inappropriate Swaps
A Which? survey reveals that 29% of online grocery shoppers received incorrect substitutions in their most recent orders, with Asda having the highest rate (almost 50%), highlighting inconsistencies in online grocery substitution practices across different supermarkets.
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52% Bias Score
200 Years of European Rail Travel: From Cattle Cars to Family Zones
This article contrasts the evolution of European train travel over 200 years, highlighting the stark differences between the early days of uncomfortable, rudimentary carriages and the modern-day variations in amenities and comfort across different rail networks.
200 Years of European Rail Travel: From Cattle Cars to Family Zones
This article contrasts the evolution of European train travel over 200 years, highlighting the stark differences between the early days of uncomfortable, rudimentary carriages and the modern-day variations in amenities and comfort across different rail networks.
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24% Bias Score
Rome Waste-to-Energy Plant Approved by Council of State
The Council of State in Rome rejected an appeal by four municipalities, clearing the way for the construction of a waste-to-energy plant in the Santa Palomba industrial area, expected to be operational in 2027 and aligned with EU waste reduction targets.
Rome Waste-to-Energy Plant Approved by Council of State
The Council of State in Rome rejected an appeal by four municipalities, clearing the way for the construction of a waste-to-energy plant in the Santa Palomba industrial area, expected to be operational in 2027 and aligned with EU waste reduction targets.
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44% Bias Score
Froukje Takes a Break from Music in 2024
Dutch singer Froukje, known for hits like "Groter Dan Ik," is taking a break from music in 2024, forgoing touring and new releases to focus on personal growth and creative rejuvenation, a decision supported by music journalist Atze de Vrieze as a healthy practice.
Froukje Takes a Break from Music in 2024
Dutch singer Froukje, known for hits like "Groter Dan Ik," is taking a break from music in 2024, forgoing touring and new releases to focus on personal growth and creative rejuvenation, a decision supported by music journalist Atze de Vrieze as a healthy practice.
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40% Bias Score
Dutch Police to Delegate Tasks, Prioritize Community Policing
The Dutch police will delegate tasks like permit issuance and event security to focus on core duties, increasing community engagement and improving efficiency, though it may affect response times to non-emergency calls.
Dutch Police to Delegate Tasks, Prioritize Community Policing
The Dutch police will delegate tasks like permit issuance and event security to focus on core duties, increasing community engagement and improving efficiency, though it may affect response times to non-emergency calls.
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44% Bias Score
Trump Pardons Pete Rose; Federal Employees Face Weekly Work Reporting
President Trump announced a posthumous pardon for Pete Rose, who was banned from MLB for gambling, while federal employees face weekly work report requirements, prompting debate on accountability and transparency.
Trump Pardons Pete Rose; Federal Employees Face Weekly Work Reporting
President Trump announced a posthumous pardon for Pete Rose, who was banned from MLB for gambling, while federal employees face weekly work report requirements, prompting debate on accountability and transparency.
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48% Bias Score