Minnesota Firefighters Deliver Engine 12 to Ukraine
Retired Minnesota pastor Lee Scheumann and Twin Cities firefighters are donating a fire engine (Engine 12) to Ukraine via a journey from Minnesota to Baltimore, then Hamburg, Germany, finally arriving in Ukraine in early January, addressing the urgent need for fire equipment due to the ongoing war.
Minnesota Firefighters Deliver Engine 12 to Ukraine
Retired Minnesota pastor Lee Scheumann and Twin Cities firefighters are donating a fire engine (Engine 12) to Ukraine via a journey from Minnesota to Baltimore, then Hamburg, Germany, finally arriving in Ukraine in early January, addressing the urgent need for fire equipment due to the ongoing war.
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40% Bias Score
Mangione Pleads Not Guilty in Thompson Murder; Attorney Challenges State and Federal Charges
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty in New York to state murder charges in the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a case distinguished from federal charges by the state's terrorism allegation, while his attorney criticized the media coverage and mayor's involvement.
Mangione Pleads Not Guilty in Thompson Murder; Attorney Challenges State and Federal Charges
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty in New York to state murder charges in the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a case distinguished from federal charges by the state's terrorism allegation, while his attorney criticized the media coverage and mayor's involvement.
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48% Bias Score
5,000 Starbucks Workers Conclude Five-Day Holiday Strike Over Contract Dispute
On December 24th, approximately 5,000 Starbucks workers in over 300 US stores concluded a five-day strike protesting stalled contract negotiations and alleged broken agreements on wages, with the union citing inadequate compensation despite Starbucks' claim of competitive pay.
5,000 Starbucks Workers Conclude Five-Day Holiday Strike Over Contract Dispute
On December 24th, approximately 5,000 Starbucks workers in over 300 US stores concluded a five-day strike protesting stalled contract negotiations and alleged broken agreements on wages, with the union citing inadequate compensation despite Starbucks' claim of competitive pay.
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44% Bias Score
Mossad's Attack Cripples Hezbollah, Shifting Middle East Power Dynamics
In September 2023, Mossad detonated explosive devices targeting Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon, killing about 30 and injuring 3,000, followed by the assassination of Hezbollah's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, leading to a ceasefire and a significant weakening of Hezbollah and Iran's regional influence.
Mossad's Attack Cripples Hezbollah, Shifting Middle East Power Dynamics
In September 2023, Mossad detonated explosive devices targeting Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon, killing about 30 and injuring 3,000, followed by the assassination of Hezbollah's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, leading to a ceasefire and a significant weakening of Hezbollah and Iran's regional influence.
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56% Bias Score
House Ethics Committee Report Finds Substantial Evidence of Gaetz's Misconduct
A House Ethics Committee report found substantial evidence that former Rep. Matt Gaetz violated House rules and state laws by engaging in sexual misconduct, including paying for sex with a minor, and illicit drug use, from 2017-2020, with payments totaling over $90,000 to 12 women.
House Ethics Committee Report Finds Substantial Evidence of Gaetz's Misconduct
A House Ethics Committee report found substantial evidence that former Rep. Matt Gaetz violated House rules and state laws by engaging in sexual misconduct, including paying for sex with a minor, and illicit drug use, from 2017-2020, with payments totaling over $90,000 to 12 women.
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56% Bias Score
Philippines to Acquire U.S. Missile System Amid South China Sea Tensions
The Philippines announced plans to acquire the U.S. Typhon missile system to defend its maritime interests in the South China Sea, prompting China to warn of a regional arms race; the acquisition is expected to take at least two years.
Philippines to Acquire U.S. Missile System Amid South China Sea Tensions
The Philippines announced plans to acquire the U.S. Typhon missile system to defend its maritime interests in the South China Sea, prompting China to warn of a regional arms race; the acquisition is expected to take at least two years.
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52% Bias Score
Biden to Decide Fate of Nippon Steel's U.S. Steel Bid
President Biden will decide within 15 days whether to block Nippon Steel's nearly $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel after a government panel failed to reach a consensus on national security concerns, despite arguments that the deal could help preserve American steel production.
Biden to Decide Fate of Nippon Steel's U.S. Steel Bid
President Biden will decide within 15 days whether to block Nippon Steel's nearly $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel after a government panel failed to reach a consensus on national security concerns, despite arguments that the deal could help preserve American steel production.
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48% Bias Score
Arkansas Judge Strikes Down Law Restricting Access to Books for Minors
A federal judge in Arkansas struck down parts of a law allowing criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing minors with "harmful" materials, prompting an appeal by the state Attorney General and highlighting a national debate over access to books.
Arkansas Judge Strikes Down Law Restricting Access to Books for Minors
A federal judge in Arkansas struck down parts of a law allowing criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing minors with "harmful" materials, prompting an appeal by the state Attorney General and highlighting a national debate over access to books.
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44% Bias Score
Gold's Rise Overshadows Platinum and Palladium's Potential
Gold prices surged from $2,063.73 to $2,627.01 per ounce in 2024 due to economic uncertainty, while less-popular but potentially valuable alternatives like platinum ($941.90/ounce) and palladium ($955.50/ounce) offer diversification but carry higher volatility and liquidity risks tied to automotive ...
Gold's Rise Overshadows Platinum and Palladium's Potential
Gold prices surged from $2,063.73 to $2,627.01 per ounce in 2024 due to economic uncertainty, while less-popular but potentially valuable alternatives like platinum ($941.90/ounce) and palladium ($955.50/ounce) offer diversification but carry higher volatility and liquidity risks tied to automotive ...
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40% Bias Score
AI Algorithm Malfunctions in End-of-Life Care During COVID-19 Pandemic
An AI algorithm designed to help oncologists discuss end-of-life care with patients at the University of Pennsylvania Health System had its accuracy decrease by 7 percentage points during the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in hundreds of missed opportunities for crucial conversations, according to a 2...
AI Algorithm Malfunctions in End-of-Life Care During COVID-19 Pandemic
An AI algorithm designed to help oncologists discuss end-of-life care with patients at the University of Pennsylvania Health System had its accuracy decrease by 7 percentage points during the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in hundreds of missed opportunities for crucial conversations, according to a 2...
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House Ethics Report Details Gaetz's Alleged Sexual Misconduct and Drug Use
A House Ethics Committee report details former Rep. Matt Gaetz's alleged sexual misconduct, including paying for sex with a 17-year-old girl, and illicit drug use, supported by witness testimonies, text messages, and financial records; Gaetz denies the allegations.
House Ethics Report Details Gaetz's Alleged Sexual Misconduct and Drug Use
A House Ethics Committee report details former Rep. Matt Gaetz's alleged sexual misconduct, including paying for sex with a 17-year-old girl, and illicit drug use, supported by witness testimonies, text messages, and financial records; Gaetz denies the allegations.
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64% Bias Score
Contagious Periods for Common Winter Illnesses and Updated Isolation Guidelines
The CDC provides updated guidelines for ending isolation after contracting COVID-19, flu, and RSV: 24 hours fever-free without medication and improved symptoms; Norovirus contagiousness may last 2 weeks post-recovery; Pneumonia contagiousness typically decreases after 24 hours of antibiotics.
Contagious Periods for Common Winter Illnesses and Updated Isolation Guidelines
The CDC provides updated guidelines for ending isolation after contracting COVID-19, flu, and RSV: 24 hours fever-free without medication and improved symptoms; Norovirus contagiousness may last 2 weeks post-recovery; Pneumonia contagiousness typically decreases after 24 hours of antibiotics.
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16% Bias Score