Record Credit Card Debt Cripples American Households, Seniors Most Affected
As of the third quarter of 2024, the total US credit card debt reached a record \$1.17 trillion, averaging \$8,000 per person; high interest rates (23.37%) and low Social Security increases disproportionately impact seniors.
Record Credit Card Debt Cripples American Households, Seniors Most Affected
As of the third quarter of 2024, the total US credit card debt reached a record \$1.17 trillion, averaging \$8,000 per person; high interest rates (23.37%) and low Social Security increases disproportionately impact seniors.
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36% Bias Score
House Democrats Push for Younger Committee Leaders After Election Losses
House Democrats are seeking to replace veteran leaders on key committees with younger colleagues following the November election results that gave Republicans control of the White House and Congress, reflecting a yearslong push for generational change within the party.
House Democrats Push for Younger Committee Leaders After Election Losses
House Democrats are seeking to replace veteran leaders on key committees with younger colleagues following the November election results that gave Republicans control of the White House and Congress, reflecting a yearslong push for generational change within the party.
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52% Bias Score
Debt Relief Options for Bad Credit
Individuals with bad credit can use debt management plans, alternative debt consolidation loans, debt settlement programs, or self-managed hardship plans to address high-interest credit card debt; each offers different benefits and drawbacks impacting credit scores.
Debt Relief Options for Bad Credit
Individuals with bad credit can use debt management plans, alternative debt consolidation loans, debt settlement programs, or self-managed hardship plans to address high-interest credit card debt; each offers different benefits and drawbacks impacting credit scores.
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28% Bias Score
Former Ballerina Sentenced to 20 Years for Husband's Manslaughter
A Florida jury found Ashley Benefield guilty of manslaughter for the 2020 shooting death of her estranged husband, Doug Benefield; she received a 20-year prison sentence followed by 10 years probation.
Former Ballerina Sentenced to 20 Years for Husband's Manslaughter
A Florida jury found Ashley Benefield guilty of manslaughter for the 2020 shooting death of her estranged husband, Doug Benefield; she received a 20-year prison sentence followed by 10 years probation.
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48% Bias Score
California Allocates $25 Million for Legal Defense Against Potential Federal Overreach
California Governor Gavin Newsom has called a special legislative session beginning Monday, November 28, to allocate $25 million for legal defense against anticipated federal overreach under the incoming Trump administration, focusing on climate, reproductive rights, and immigration policies.
California Allocates $25 Million for Legal Defense Against Potential Federal Overreach
California Governor Gavin Newsom has called a special legislative session beginning Monday, November 28, to allocate $25 million for legal defense against anticipated federal overreach under the incoming Trump administration, focusing on climate, reproductive rights, and immigration policies.
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52% Bias Score
Tariffs and Tax Cuts: Economic Uncertainty Under a Second Trump Administration
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses the potential economic impact of new tariffs and tax cuts under a second Trump administration, highlighting the uncertainty and risk of increased prices for consumers already struggling with inflation.
Tariffs and Tax Cuts: Economic Uncertainty Under a Second Trump Administration
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses the potential economic impact of new tariffs and tax cuts under a second Trump administration, highlighting the uncertainty and risk of increased prices for consumers already struggling with inflation.
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36% Bias Score
Debt Relief Options for Bad Credit
Individuals with bad credit can manage credit card debt through debt management plans, alternative consolidation loans, debt settlement programs, or self-managed hardship plans, each offering varying approaches to debt reduction.
Debt Relief Options for Bad Credit
Individuals with bad credit can manage credit card debt through debt management plans, alternative consolidation loans, debt settlement programs, or self-managed hardship plans, each offering varying approaches to debt reduction.
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40% Bias Score
Gold Prices Soar, Then Dip: Experts Weigh In on Future Investment Potential
Gold prices hit record highs over $2,700 in October 2024 due to investor demand as a safe haven asset and inflation hedge; prices have since fallen slightly, but experts predict varied short-term outcomes while highlighting long-term investment potential.
Gold Prices Soar, Then Dip: Experts Weigh In on Future Investment Potential
Gold prices hit record highs over $2,700 in October 2024 due to investor demand as a safe haven asset and inflation hedge; prices have since fallen slightly, but experts predict varied short-term outcomes while highlighting long-term investment potential.
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48% Bias Score
Frontier Airlines to Introduce Premium Seating in Late 2025
Frontier Airlines will introduce a new premium seating class in late 2025, located in the first two rows of its aircraft, in response to evolving consumer preferences towards more premium travel experiences, with pricing yet to be announced but offering free upgrades to Elite Gold members.
Frontier Airlines to Introduce Premium Seating in Late 2025
Frontier Airlines will introduce a new premium seating class in late 2025, located in the first two rows of its aircraft, in response to evolving consumer preferences towards more premium travel experiences, with pricing yet to be announced but offering free upgrades to Elite Gold members.
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40% Bias Score
Israeli-American Soldier Confirmed Dead in Gaza
Omer Neutra, a 21-year-old Israeli-American soldier from Long Island, was confirmed dead by the IDF on Monday after being killed in the October 7 Hamas attack in Gaza; his family is grieving and seeking the return of his body.
Israeli-American Soldier Confirmed Dead in Gaza
Omer Neutra, a 21-year-old Israeli-American soldier from Long Island, was confirmed dead by the IDF on Monday after being killed in the October 7 Hamas attack in Gaza; his family is grieving and seeking the return of his body.
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52% Bias Score
Russia Approves Record \$145 Billion Military Budget for 2025
Russia approved a record \$145 billion military budget for 2025, allocating 32.5% to defense, reflecting Moscow's continued commitment to the war in Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict and Western support for Kyiv.
Russia Approves Record \$145 Billion Military Budget for 2025
Russia approved a record \$145 billion military budget for 2025, allocating 32.5% to defense, reflecting Moscow's continued commitment to the war in Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict and Western support for Kyiv.
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40% Bias Score
Lindbergh's "America First": A 1941 Debate on US Global Engagement
Charles Lindbergh, a celebrated aviator, led the "America First" movement opposing US entry into World War II from 1939-1941, sparking a debate about the nation's role in global affairs, and attracting accusations of antisemitism and Nazi sympathies.
Lindbergh's "America First": A 1941 Debate on US Global Engagement
Charles Lindbergh, a celebrated aviator, led the "America First" movement opposing US entry into World War II from 1939-1941, sparking a debate about the nation's role in global affairs, and attracting accusations of antisemitism and Nazi sympathies.
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44% Bias Score