March 2025
April 2025
OCC Eases Crypto Rules, Greenlights Bank Services
On March 7, 2025, the OCC issued interpretive letters allowing national banks to offer various cryptocurrency services without prior approval, marking a significant shift in U.S. crypto regulation, coinciding with the White House Crypto Summit and President Trump's support for crypto integration.
OCC Eases Crypto Rules, Greenlights Bank Services
On March 7, 2025, the OCC issued interpretive letters allowing national banks to offer various cryptocurrency services without prior approval, marking a significant shift in U.S. crypto regulation, coinciding with the White House Crypto Summit and President Trump's support for crypto integration.
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40% Bias Score
Fruit Fly Resurgence in Victoria Due to Funding Cuts
Reduced funding for a Victorian fruit fly management program has caused a 90% increase in Queensland fruit fly numbers in 2024, impacting growers like Bari Sulejman who lost 70% of his plum crop and spent tens of thousands on pest control; experts warn of a potential 600% increase if the program end...
Fruit Fly Resurgence in Victoria Due to Funding Cuts
Reduced funding for a Victorian fruit fly management program has caused a 90% increase in Queensland fruit fly numbers in 2024, impacting growers like Bari Sulejman who lost 70% of his plum crop and spent tens of thousands on pest control; experts warn of a potential 600% increase if the program end...
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44% Bias Score
Leadership Hesitation: The Biggest Obstacle to AI Adoption
A McKinsey survey reveals that despite 87% of senior executives recognizing digital transformation's importance, only 10% believe their organizations effectively implement it; this leadership hesitation, fueled by a "courage gap" and "tech anxiety", hinders AI adoption, potentially leaving companies...
Leadership Hesitation: The Biggest Obstacle to AI Adoption
A McKinsey survey reveals that despite 87% of senior executives recognizing digital transformation's importance, only 10% believe their organizations effectively implement it; this leadership hesitation, fueled by a "courage gap" and "tech anxiety", hinders AI adoption, potentially leaving companies...
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48% Bias Score
Toxic Algae Bloom in Southern California Threatens Marine Mammals
An unusually high number of disoriented marine mammals, sickened by a toxic algae bloom off the shores of Southern California, including Malibu and Dockweiler Beach, are stranding, prompting concerns that 2025 could be the deadliest year yet, as the Marine Mammal Care Center is already nearly half f...
Toxic Algae Bloom in Southern California Threatens Marine Mammals
An unusually high number of disoriented marine mammals, sickened by a toxic algae bloom off the shores of Southern California, including Malibu and Dockweiler Beach, are stranding, prompting concerns that 2025 could be the deadliest year yet, as the Marine Mammal Care Center is already nearly half f...
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36% Bias Score
Iran Rejects US Talks Offer, Tensions Rise
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected US President Donald Trump's offer for talks aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear program and regional influence, stating that such talks are meant to impose restrictions, not solve problems, while Trump hinted at possible military action.
Iran Rejects US Talks Offer, Tensions Rise
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected US President Donald Trump's offer for talks aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear program and regional influence, stating that such talks are meant to impose restrictions, not solve problems, while Trump hinted at possible military action.
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64% Bias Score
House Republicans Unveil Short-Term Funding Bill Amidst Budgetary Challenges
House Republicans introduced a short-term government funding bill, extending funding through September, increasing defense spending by \$6 billion, decreasing non-defense by \$13 billion, and adding \$6 billion for veterans' healthcare; it omits disaster and community funding, and faces opposition f...
House Republicans Unveil Short-Term Funding Bill Amidst Budgetary Challenges
House Republicans introduced a short-term government funding bill, extending funding through September, increasing defense spending by \$6 billion, decreasing non-defense by \$13 billion, and adding \$6 billion for veterans' healthcare; it omits disaster and community funding, and faces opposition f...
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44% Bias Score
Preeclampsia's Long-Term Health Risks for Women Underemphasized in Postnatal Care
In Australia, 30,000 women yearly experience preeclampsia, a pregnancy complication increasing their long-term risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health issues; however, post-natal care lacks standardized support beyond six weeks postpartum.
Preeclampsia's Long-Term Health Risks for Women Underemphasized in Postnatal Care
In Australia, 30,000 women yearly experience preeclampsia, a pregnancy complication increasing their long-term risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health issues; however, post-natal care lacks standardized support beyond six weeks postpartum.
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56% Bias Score
Outdated Perceptions of IT Careers Hinder Female Representation
A twenty-year IT professional discusses the underrepresentation of women and minorities in technology, citing outdated perceptions of IT careers and persistent historical barriers as contributing factors, emphasizing the need for a narrative shift to attract a more diverse workforce.
Outdated Perceptions of IT Careers Hinder Female Representation
A twenty-year IT professional discusses the underrepresentation of women and minorities in technology, citing outdated perceptions of IT careers and persistent historical barriers as contributing factors, emphasizing the need for a narrative shift to attract a more diverse workforce.
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52% Bias Score
Two Arrested in India for Gang Rape of Israeli Tourist and Local Woman
Two men have been arrested in India for the gang rape of an Israeli tourist and an Indian woman near Koppal, Karnataka, following an attack that left one of the victims' male companions dead. The incident occurred Thursday night near a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Two Arrested in India for Gang Rape of Israeli Tourist and Local Woman
Two men have been arrested in India for the gang rape of an Israeli tourist and an Indian woman near Koppal, Karnataka, following an attack that left one of the victims' male companions dead. The incident occurred Thursday night near a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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36% Bias Score
Short-Term Funding Bill Faces Uncertain Future Amidst Partisan Divide
House Speaker Mike Johnson introduced a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown by the end of next week; the bill increases defense spending but cuts non-defense spending, and faces opposition from House Democrats and some Republicans, with President Trump supporting its passage.
Short-Term Funding Bill Faces Uncertain Future Amidst Partisan Divide
House Speaker Mike Johnson introduced a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown by the end of next week; the bill increases defense spending but cuts non-defense spending, and faces opposition from House Democrats and some Republicans, with President Trump supporting its passage.
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56% Bias Score
Trump Cuts \$400M in Grants to Columbia Over Antisemitism
The Trump administration cut over \$400 million in federal grants to Columbia University due to concerns about its handling of antisemitism, following months of anti-Israel protests and harassment of Jewish students; Columbia's interim president stated willingness to cooperate.
Trump Cuts \$400M in Grants to Columbia Over Antisemitism
The Trump administration cut over \$400 million in federal grants to Columbia University due to concerns about its handling of antisemitism, following months of anti-Israel protests and harassment of Jewish students; Columbia's interim president stated willingness to cooperate.
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56% Bias Score
Glasgow Teenager Murdered: Police Investigate
15-year-old Amen Teklay was found murdered on Clarendon Street in Glasgow, Scotland on Wednesday night; police are investigating, and his sister described him as a kind and bright young man with dreams of becoming a doctor, engineer, or basketball player.
Glasgow Teenager Murdered: Police Investigate
15-year-old Amen Teklay was found murdered on Clarendon Street in Glasgow, Scotland on Wednesday night; police are investigating, and his sister described him as a kind and bright young man with dreams of becoming a doctor, engineer, or basketball player.
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24% Bias Score