March 2025
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Microplastics Reduce Crop Yields by 12%, Exacerbating Food Security Concerns
New research indicates microplastics reduce crop photosynthesis by approximately 12%, significantly impacting global food security; this, coupled with the failure of a UN treaty on plastic pollution, raises serious concerns.
Microplastics Reduce Crop Yields by 12%, Exacerbating Food Security Concerns
New research indicates microplastics reduce crop photosynthesis by approximately 12%, significantly impacting global food security; this, coupled with the failure of a UN treaty on plastic pollution, raises serious concerns.
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40% Bias Score
Interdependence vs. Isolation: A Call for Collective Responsibility
This article examines the paradoxical nature of prioritizing self-assertion in an interconnected world, using the pandemic as a case study and highlighting the need for collective responsibility to overcome global challenges, contrasting individualistic and relational perspectives on freedom.
Interdependence vs. Isolation: A Call for Collective Responsibility
This article examines the paradoxical nature of prioritizing self-assertion in an interconnected world, using the pandemic as a case study and highlighting the need for collective responsibility to overcome global challenges, contrasting individualistic and relational perspectives on freedom.
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52% Bias Score
Norris Wins Australian Grand Prix, Establishing McLaren as Championship Favorites
Lando Norris won the Australian Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday, overcoming rain, safety car periods, and pressure from Max Verstappen to secure McLaren's first victory since 2021 and establish himself as a championship contender.
Norris Wins Australian Grand Prix, Establishing McLaren as Championship Favorites
Lando Norris won the Australian Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday, overcoming rain, safety car periods, and pressure from Max Verstappen to secure McLaren's first victory since 2021 and establish himself as a championship contender.
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52% Bias Score
Halabja Massacre Anniversary Renews Calls for Justice and Recognition
The 37th anniversary of the Halabja massacre, which killed approximately 5,000 Kurds in 1988, was commemorated on March 16th, with Kurdish leaders calling for compensation from Baghdad and the elevation of Halabja to provincial status within the autonomous Kurdistan Region, amid other Kurdish histor...
Halabja Massacre Anniversary Renews Calls for Justice and Recognition
The 37th anniversary of the Halabja massacre, which killed approximately 5,000 Kurds in 1988, was commemorated on March 16th, with Kurdish leaders calling for compensation from Baghdad and the elevation of Halabja to provincial status within the autonomous Kurdistan Region, amid other Kurdish histor...
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36% Bias Score
Soft Skills: The Indispensable Advantage in the Age of AI
This article details the growing importance of six key soft skills—emotional intelligence, creativity, virtual teamwork, relationship building, adaptability, and virtual presentation skills—in the modern workplace, particularly in light of increasing automation and hybrid work models; these skills a...
Soft Skills: The Indispensable Advantage in the Age of AI
This article details the growing importance of six key soft skills—emotional intelligence, creativity, virtual teamwork, relationship building, adaptability, and virtual presentation skills—in the modern workplace, particularly in light of increasing automation and hybrid work models; these skills a...
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44% Bias Score
Treasury Secretary Downplays Stock Market Dip Amidst Tariff Concerns
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent played down concerns about recent stock market declines, stating that market corrections are normal and that the implementation of reciprocal tariffs on April 2nd will either lead to fairer trade or substantial U.S. revenue, while acknowledging the possibility of a r...
Treasury Secretary Downplays Stock Market Dip Amidst Tariff Concerns
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent played down concerns about recent stock market declines, stating that market corrections are normal and that the implementation of reciprocal tariffs on April 2nd will either lead to fairer trade or substantial U.S. revenue, while acknowledging the possibility of a r...
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44% Bias Score
Davies Warns of Rising Danger to LGBTQ+ Community
Russell T Davies, a Doctor Who screenwriter, warned of escalating danger to the LGBTQ+ community, citing increased hostility since the 2016 US election, worsened by Elon Musk's influence on X and a 50% rise in hate speech on the platform, according to a UC Berkeley study.
Davies Warns of Rising Danger to LGBTQ+ Community
Russell T Davies, a Doctor Who screenwriter, warned of escalating danger to the LGBTQ+ community, citing increased hostility since the 2016 US election, worsened by Elon Musk's influence on X and a 50% rise in hate speech on the platform, according to a UC Berkeley study.
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56% Bias Score
2025 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament: Bracket Reveal and Key Storylines
The 2025 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament bracket will be revealed on March 17th, featuring 68 teams vying for the championship, with South Carolina aiming for a repeat win despite unprecedented parity among top teams, leading to uncertainty around the top seeds.
2025 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament: Bracket Reveal and Key Storylines
The 2025 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament bracket will be revealed on March 17th, featuring 68 teams vying for the championship, with South Carolina aiming for a repeat win despite unprecedented parity among top teams, leading to uncertainty around the top seeds.
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40% Bias Score
North Macedonia Nightclub Fire Kills 59, Corruption Suspected
A nightclub fire in Kocani, North Macedonia, caused by fireworks during an overcrowded concert, killed 59 and injured 155; investigations suggest corruption played a role as the club lacked a permit, and over 10 of 20 suspects have been arrested.
North Macedonia Nightclub Fire Kills 59, Corruption Suspected
A nightclub fire in Kocani, North Macedonia, caused by fireworks during an overcrowded concert, killed 59 and injured 155; investigations suggest corruption played a role as the club lacked a permit, and over 10 of 20 suspects have been arrested.
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36% Bias Score
US Airstrikes on Houthis in Yemen Kill Over 30, Prompting Regional and International Reactions
The US conducted over 40 airstrikes against Houthi militia positions in six Yemeni governorates on March 16, killing over 30 people, in response to Houthi attacks on US assets and global shipping; the strikes are closely watched by regional partners and prompted calls for de-escalation from Russia.
US Airstrikes on Houthis in Yemen Kill Over 30, Prompting Regional and International Reactions
The US conducted over 40 airstrikes against Houthi militia positions in six Yemeni governorates on March 16, killing over 30 people, in response to Houthi attacks on US assets and global shipping; the strikes are closely watched by regional partners and prompted calls for de-escalation from Russia.
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48% Bias Score
NHS Faces £5-£6 Billion Overspend, Prompting 50% ICB Budget Cuts
UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced a 50% budget cut across Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) to address a projected £5-£6 billion NHS overspend, aiming to improve efficiency and redirect funds to frontline services, despite concerns about potential job losses and disruption.
NHS Faces £5-£6 Billion Overspend, Prompting 50% ICB Budget Cuts
UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced a 50% budget cut across Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) to address a projected £5-£6 billion NHS overspend, aiming to improve efficiency and redirect funds to frontline services, despite concerns about potential job losses and disruption.
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64% Bias Score
Mixed Public Opinion on Musk's Government Efficiency Department
An NBC News poll shows mixed public opinion on Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), with 46% approving and 40% disapproving of its cost-cutting efforts; 27% of respondents report negative impacts from DOGE's actions, and Musk's unpopularity adds to the controversy.
Mixed Public Opinion on Musk's Government Efficiency Department
An NBC News poll shows mixed public opinion on Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), with 46% approving and 40% disapproving of its cost-cutting efforts; 27% of respondents report negative impacts from DOGE's actions, and Musk's unpopularity adds to the controversy.
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56% Bias Score