Louisiana Governor to Fly MAGA Flag on Inauguration Day
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry will fly a "Make America Great Again" flag above the governor's mansion on Inauguration Day, contrasting with President Biden's order to lower flags to half-staff, and highlighting partisan divisions.
Louisiana Governor to Fly MAGA Flag on Inauguration Day
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry will fly a "Make America Great Again" flag above the governor's mansion on Inauguration Day, contrasting with President Biden's order to lower flags to half-staff, and highlighting partisan divisions.
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40% Bias Score
Swiatek Advances at Australian Open, Medvedev Upset
At the Australian Open, top-seeded Iga Swiatek defeated Rebecca Sramkova 6-0, 6-2, advancing to the third round where she will face Emma Raducanu; other notable results include Daniil Medvedev's upset loss to Learner Tien and Taylor Fritz's efficient advance.
Swiatek Advances at Australian Open, Medvedev Upset
At the Australian Open, top-seeded Iga Swiatek defeated Rebecca Sramkova 6-0, 6-2, advancing to the third round where she will face Emma Raducanu; other notable results include Daniil Medvedev's upset loss to Learner Tien and Taylor Fritz's efficient advance.
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24% Bias Score
North Carolina Homeowners' Insurance Premiums to Rise 15% by Mid-2026
North Carolina homeowners' insurance premiums will increase by an average of 15% by mid-2026, a compromise reached between the state Insurance Department and the insurance industry following a request for a 42.2% increase, reflecting factors like inflation, increased reinsurance costs, and the impac...
North Carolina Homeowners' Insurance Premiums to Rise 15% by Mid-2026
North Carolina homeowners' insurance premiums will increase by an average of 15% by mid-2026, a compromise reached between the state Insurance Department and the insurance industry following a request for a 42.2% increase, reflecting factors like inflation, increased reinsurance costs, and the impac...
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20% Bias Score
Dispute Erupts Over Authorship of Iconic Vietnam Napalm Photo
A new documentary questions the authorship of Nick Ut's Pulitzer Prize-winning Vietnam War napalm photo, alleging an NBC stringer took the image and gave it to the Associated Press, a claim the AP and Ut vehemently deny following their own six-month investigation.
Dispute Erupts Over Authorship of Iconic Vietnam Napalm Photo
A new documentary questions the authorship of Nick Ut's Pulitzer Prize-winning Vietnam War napalm photo, alleging an NBC stringer took the image and gave it to the Associated Press, a claim the AP and Ut vehemently deny following their own six-month investigation.
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48% Bias Score
Arkansas Governor Seeks to Reinstate Medicaid Work Requirements
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced plans to reinstate work requirements for Medicaid recipients, expanding them beyond the state's previous, court-blocked program, potentially affecting thousands and aligning with a broader Republican effort across multiple states.
Arkansas Governor Seeks to Reinstate Medicaid Work Requirements
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced plans to reinstate work requirements for Medicaid recipients, expanding them beyond the state's previous, court-blocked program, potentially affecting thousands and aligning with a broader Republican effort across multiple states.
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40% Bias Score
Brazil's Swift Action Against Bolsonaro Contrasts Sharply With U.S. Response to Trump
Brazil swiftly banned Jair Bolsonaro from holding office until 2030 for abusing his power and undermining the electoral system, unlike the U.S.'s slower response to Donald Trump's similar actions, highlighting different institutional approaches to populist challenges.
Brazil's Swift Action Against Bolsonaro Contrasts Sharply With U.S. Response to Trump
Brazil swiftly banned Jair Bolsonaro from holding office until 2030 for abusing his power and undermining the electoral system, unlike the U.S.'s slower response to Donald Trump's similar actions, highlighting different institutional approaches to populist challenges.
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40% Bias Score
Love's Strong Comeback; Germany Dominates Bobsled; Olympic Track in Jeopardy
Kaysha Love of the U.S. secured second place in a World Cup monobob race in Igls, Austria, on Saturday, marking her best season finish after recovering from an illness; Germany dominated several bobsled events, while the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympic track's construction faces delays and potential relo...
Love's Strong Comeback; Germany Dominates Bobsled; Olympic Track in Jeopardy
Kaysha Love of the U.S. secured second place in a World Cup monobob race in Igls, Austria, on Saturday, marking her best season finish after recovering from an illness; Germany dominated several bobsled events, while the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympic track's construction faces delays and potential relo...
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48% Bias Score
Syrian Asylum Seekers Return Home, Leading to Sharp Drop in Cyprus Applications
More than 1,500 Syrian nationals have withdrawn asylum applications or returned to Syria after the Assad regime's fall last month, leading to a 41% drop in new asylum applications in Cyprus in 2024 and decreased boat arrivals from Lebanon, due to stricter policies and international cooperation.
Syrian Asylum Seekers Return Home, Leading to Sharp Drop in Cyprus Applications
More than 1,500 Syrian nationals have withdrawn asylum applications or returned to Syria after the Assad regime's fall last month, leading to a 41% drop in new asylum applications in Cyprus in 2024 and decreased boat arrivals from Lebanon, due to stricter policies and international cooperation.
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52% Bias Score
Russia and Iran Sign Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement
Russia and Iran signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement on January 13, 2023, deepening cooperation across trade, military, science, and cultural sectors, amid increasing international pressure and Russia's war in Ukraine.
Russia and Iran Sign Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement
Russia and Iran signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement on January 13, 2023, deepening cooperation across trade, military, science, and cultural sectors, amid increasing international pressure and Russia's war in Ukraine.
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36% Bias Score
Death of Beloved Brewers Broadcaster Bob Uecker Stirs Widespread Grief
Longtime Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker passed away after a battle with small cell lung cancer; tributes poured in from across baseball and beyond, highlighting his humor, kindness, and enduring legacy.
Death of Beloved Brewers Broadcaster Bob Uecker Stirs Widespread Grief
Longtime Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker passed away after a battle with small cell lung cancer; tributes poured in from across baseball and beyond, highlighting his humor, kindness, and enduring legacy.
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8% Bias Score
Smith's Sacrifice Fuels Ohio State's Championship Bid
Ohio State defeated Texas 28-14 in the Cotton Bowl, advancing to the national championship game; despite being double-teamed, freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith's limited performance opened opportunities for teammates, showcasing the team's balanced offensive strategy; Smith also proactively purchased...
Smith's Sacrifice Fuels Ohio State's Championship Bid
Ohio State defeated Texas 28-14 in the Cotton Bowl, advancing to the national championship game; despite being double-teamed, freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith's limited performance opened opportunities for teammates, showcasing the team's balanced offensive strategy; Smith also proactively purchased...
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24% Bias Score
Louisiana State Police Accused of Pattern of Excessive Force
A US Justice Department report found Louisiana State Police engaged in a pattern of excessive force, including using stun guns on those posing no threat, leading to injuries and death; systemic failures in supervision and underreporting of force were also identified.
Louisiana State Police Accused of Pattern of Excessive Force
A US Justice Department report found Louisiana State Police engaged in a pattern of excessive force, including using stun guns on those posing no threat, leading to injuries and death; systemic failures in supervision and underreporting of force were also identified.
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44% Bias Score