Norovirus Surge: US Records Highest Outbreaks in Over a Decade
The US is experiencing its worst norovirus outbreak in over a decade, with nearly 100 outbreaks reported in the first week of December—a 40% increase compared to the same period from 2010–2024—likely driven by a new variant and weakened immunity.
Norovirus Surge: US Records Highest Outbreaks in Over a Decade
The US is experiencing its worst norovirus outbreak in over a decade, with nearly 100 outbreaks reported in the first week of December—a 40% increase compared to the same period from 2010–2024—likely driven by a new variant and weakened immunity.
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44% Bias Score
NASA Astronaut Conducts Spacewalk After Eight-Month ISS Delay
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams conducted a six-and-a-half-hour spacewalk on Thursday, repairing ISS equipment after an eight-month delay caused by a malfunctioning Boeing capsule that stranded her and Butch Wilmore on the ISS; their return is expected in late March or April.
NASA Astronaut Conducts Spacewalk After Eight-Month ISS Delay
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams conducted a six-and-a-half-hour spacewalk on Thursday, repairing ISS equipment after an eight-month delay caused by a malfunctioning Boeing capsule that stranded her and Butch Wilmore on the ISS; their return is expected in late March or April.
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44% Bias Score
Ancient Egyptian Tombs Unearthed in Luxor Yield Wealth of Artifacts
Archaeologists in Luxor, Egypt, announced the discovery of 11 ancient coffins, including a child's, from rock-cut tombs, revealing artifacts spanning various periods and offering insights into ancient Egyptian life, rituals, and military practices.
Ancient Egyptian Tombs Unearthed in Luxor Yield Wealth of Artifacts
Archaeologists in Luxor, Egypt, announced the discovery of 11 ancient coffins, including a child's, from rock-cut tombs, revealing artifacts spanning various periods and offering insights into ancient Egyptian life, rituals, and military practices.
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Rubio Raises Concerns Over China's Influence on Panama Canal
U.S. Senate nominee Marco Rubio raised concerns over China's control of ports at either end of the Panama Canal, suggesting potential violations of the 1979 treaty that transferred control from the U.S. to Panama, highlighting the risk to U.S. national security and the need for a re-evaluation of th...
Rubio Raises Concerns Over China's Influence on Panama Canal
U.S. Senate nominee Marco Rubio raised concerns over China's control of ports at either end of the Panama Canal, suggesting potential violations of the 1979 treaty that transferred control from the U.S. to Panama, highlighting the risk to U.S. national security and the need for a re-evaluation of th...
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UK Economy Stagnant Despite Slight November Growth
The UK's November GDP grew by a meager 0.1 percent, failing to counter previous months' contraction and raising stagflation concerns despite a recent inflation dip; Chancellor Reeves prioritizes growth.
UK Economy Stagnant Despite Slight November Growth
The UK's November GDP grew by a meager 0.1 percent, failing to counter previous months' contraction and raising stagflation concerns despite a recent inflation dip; Chancellor Reeves prioritizes growth.
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52% Bias Score
Millionaire Family Clears Single Mother's Debts, Supports Special Needs Foundation
Channel 5's Rich House, Poor House featured a multimillionaire family helping a single mother clear her debts and establish a foundation for children with special needs after a life swap highlighted the financial challenges faced by families raising children with disabilities.
Millionaire Family Clears Single Mother's Debts, Supports Special Needs Foundation
Channel 5's Rich House, Poor House featured a multimillionaire family helping a single mother clear her debts and establish a foundation for children with special needs after a life swap highlighted the financial challenges faced by families raising children with disabilities.
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60% Bias Score
Tech Titans Join Trump for Second Term Inauguration
At President-elect Trump's inauguration, tech leaders Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Sam Altman, and Shou Chew will hold positions of honor, signifying a shift in relations between Trump and Silicon Valley, prioritizing free speech and job creation.
Tech Titans Join Trump for Second Term Inauguration
At President-elect Trump's inauguration, tech leaders Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Sam Altman, and Shou Chew will hold positions of honor, signifying a shift in relations between Trump and Silicon Valley, prioritizing free speech and job creation.
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48% Bias Score
UK Faces Economic Peril Amidst Potential Trump-Led Trade War
A senior British minister warns of significant economic risks if a Trump presidency triggers a global trade war, impacting UK exports to the US and potentially increasing inflation, while the UK government is preparing for trade negotiations to mitigate this.
UK Faces Economic Peril Amidst Potential Trump-Led Trade War
A senior British minister warns of significant economic risks if a Trump presidency triggers a global trade war, impacting UK exports to the US and potentially increasing inflation, while the UK government is preparing for trade negotiations to mitigate this.
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40% Bias Score
Xenon Gas Shows Promise as Alzheimer's Treatment in Mouse Study
A US study found inhaling xenon gas reduced brain inflammation and improved cognitive function in mice with Alzheimer's, leading to plans for a human trial; xenon's ability to cross the blood-brain barrier is key.
Xenon Gas Shows Promise as Alzheimer's Treatment in Mouse Study
A US study found inhaling xenon gas reduced brain inflammation and improved cognitive function in mice with Alzheimer's, leading to plans for a human trial; xenon's ability to cross the blood-brain barrier is key.
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48% Bias Score
Manchester Police Investigate Two Incidents Involving Children Near Schools
Parents in Manchester received a warning after two incidents near schools: a man 'lunged' at a schoolgirl in Urmston, while in Irlam, an 11-year-old was grabbed by a man and a woman in an attempted abduction; police are investigating.
Manchester Police Investigate Two Incidents Involving Children Near Schools
Parents in Manchester received a warning after two incidents near schools: a man 'lunged' at a schoolgirl in Urmston, while in Irlam, an 11-year-old was grabbed by a man and a woman in an attempted abduction; police are investigating.
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44% Bias Score
Pathologist disputes father's claim in daughter's kitchen knife death
Simon Vickers is accused of murdering his 14-year-old daughter, Scarlett, after a kitchen knife pierced her heart during what he claims was a play-fight; a pathologist deemed his account 'practically impossible'.
Pathologist disputes father's claim in daughter's kitchen knife death
Simon Vickers is accused of murdering his 14-year-old daughter, Scarlett, after a kitchen knife pierced her heart during what he claims was a play-fight; a pathologist deemed his account 'practically impossible'.
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56% Bias Score
Fixed-Rate Energy Tariffs Undercut UK Price Cap Forecasts
The UK's energy price cap is currently £1,738, but forecasts predict a rise to £1,785 by April 2025. Many energy suppliers now offer fixed-rate tariffs below this level, making them a potentially attractive option for consumers seeking stability and lower costs compared to variable tariffs.
Fixed-Rate Energy Tariffs Undercut UK Price Cap Forecasts
The UK's energy price cap is currently £1,738, but forecasts predict a rise to £1,785 by April 2025. Many energy suppliers now offer fixed-rate tariffs below this level, making them a potentially attractive option for consumers seeking stability and lower costs compared to variable tariffs.
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48% Bias Score