Illinois Mayor Loses Re-election Bid Amidst Financial Scandal
Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard lost her bid for re-election on Tuesday night after an intense caucus meeting where she was seen yelling and subsequently filing a lawsuit; the incident follows a string of controversies surrounding her spending habits and financial mismanagement of the town's funds.
Illinois Mayor Loses Re-election Bid Amidst Financial Scandal
Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard lost her bid for re-election on Tuesday night after an intense caucus meeting where she was seen yelling and subsequently filing a lawsuit; the incident follows a string of controversies surrounding her spending habits and financial mismanagement of the town's funds.
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UK Parliament Passes Assisted Dying Bill Amid Concerns Over Court Backlogs
The UK Parliament passed the Terminally Ill (End of Life) Bill, allowing assisted dying for mentally competent adults with under six months to live, requiring two doctors' approvals and a High Court judge's sign-off; however, concerns exist regarding potential court backlogs and a suggestion to limi...
UK Parliament Passes Assisted Dying Bill Amid Concerns Over Court Backlogs
The UK Parliament passed the Terminally Ill (End of Life) Bill, allowing assisted dying for mentally competent adults with under six months to live, requiring two doctors' approvals and a High Court judge's sign-off; however, concerns exist regarding potential court backlogs and a suggestion to limi...
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US Car Market: SUVs Dominate as Sedans Plummet to Record Low
SUVs now make up 58% of the US car market, a record high, while sedans have fallen to a record low of 19%, driven by consumer preference for larger vehicles and manufacturers prioritizing profitable SUV production during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
US Car Market: SUVs Dominate as Sedans Plummet to Record Low
SUVs now make up 58% of the US car market, a record high, while sedans have fallen to a record low of 19%, driven by consumer preference for larger vehicles and manufacturers prioritizing profitable SUV production during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Low-Level Glyphosate Exposure Linked to Persistent Alzheimer's-Like Brain Changes in Mice
A study on mice revealed that low-level exposure to glyphosate, a common herbicide found in various foods, caused persistent Alzheimer's-like brain changes, raising concerns about its long-term health effects and the need for further human research.
Low-Level Glyphosate Exposure Linked to Persistent Alzheimer's-Like Brain Changes in Mice
A study on mice revealed that low-level exposure to glyphosate, a common herbicide found in various foods, caused persistent Alzheimer's-like brain changes, raising concerns about its long-term health effects and the need for further human research.
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48% Bias Score
Australian Billionaire Charged Over Unlawful Lottery
Australian businessman Adrian Portelli and his company LMCT+ face multiple charges of conducting an unlawful lottery in South Australia, potentially facing significant fines if convicted, despite claiming to be a membership reward service.
Australian Billionaire Charged Over Unlawful Lottery
Australian businessman Adrian Portelli and his company LMCT+ face multiple charges of conducting an unlawful lottery in South Australia, potentially facing significant fines if convicted, despite claiming to be a membership reward service.
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Starmer Pledges Named Police Officer for Every Neighbourhood
Sir Keir Starmer promised a named police officer for each neighbourhood in England and Wales, costing £100 million, to improve community relations; however, the Conservatives criticized this as misleading, claiming only a third of the promised 13,000 officers would be fully warranted.
Starmer Pledges Named Police Officer for Every Neighbourhood
Sir Keir Starmer promised a named police officer for each neighbourhood in England and Wales, costing £100 million, to improve community relations; however, the Conservatives criticized this as misleading, claiming only a third of the promised 13,000 officers would be fully warranted.
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44% Bias Score
Ocasio-Cortez Eyes Top House Oversight Committee Post Amid 2028 White House Speculation
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is considering a bid to lead House Democrats on the Oversight Committee, a move seen as potentially positioning her for a future presidential run, as Democrats prepare for challenges under Republican control of Congress.
Ocasio-Cortez Eyes Top House Oversight Committee Post Amid 2028 White House Speculation
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is considering a bid to lead House Democrats on the Oversight Committee, a move seen as potentially positioning her for a future presidential run, as Democrats prepare for challenges under Republican control of Congress.
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44% Bias Score
Brian May Recovers From Stroke, Resumes Playing Guitar
Queen guitarist Brian May suffered a stroke in September 2023, temporarily losing arm function; however, his wife Anita Dobson reports his condition has now stabilized, and he has resumed playing musical instruments.
Brian May Recovers From Stroke, Resumes Playing Guitar
Queen guitarist Brian May suffered a stroke in September 2023, temporarily losing arm function; however, his wife Anita Dobson reports his condition has now stabilized, and he has resumed playing musical instruments.
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Powell Rejects Trump's Criticism, Reaffirms Fed Independence
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addressed President-elect Trump's past criticism, agreeing with the prestige of the position but rejecting the suggestion that it requires minimal work and emphasizing the Fed's independence from political influence.
Powell Rejects Trump's Criticism, Reaffirms Fed Independence
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addressed President-elect Trump's past criticism, agreeing with the prestige of the position but rejecting the suggestion that it requires minimal work and emphasizing the Fed's independence from political influence.
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Billson's Brewery Avoids Liquidation Through Restructuring
After months of uncertainty and administration, Billson's Brewery in Beechworth, Victoria, avoided liquidation, thanks to a creditor-approved restructuring plan, securing the future of the 159-year-old brewery and its 100 remaining employees.
Billson's Brewery Avoids Liquidation Through Restructuring
After months of uncertainty and administration, Billson's Brewery in Beechworth, Victoria, avoided liquidation, thanks to a creditor-approved restructuring plan, securing the future of the 159-year-old brewery and its 100 remaining employees.
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UK Stamp Duty Hike to Hit First-Time Buyers Hard
The UK government's reinstatement of higher stamp duty thresholds from April 1st, 2024, will significantly increase costs for first-time buyers, particularly in expensive areas like London, where the average stamp duty bill could increase by over £11,000, reversing Labour's pre-election promises and...
UK Stamp Duty Hike to Hit First-Time Buyers Hard
The UK government's reinstatement of higher stamp duty thresholds from April 1st, 2024, will significantly increase costs for first-time buyers, particularly in expensive areas like London, where the average stamp duty bill could increase by over £11,000, reversing Labour's pre-election promises and...
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Starmer Unveils Six Key Policy Goals to Boost Public Approval
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced six key policy goals for his government by 2029, including improving living standards, reducing NHS wait times, increasing housing, strengthening policing with 13,000 new officers, improving school readiness, and decarbonizing the power grid, in response to d...
Starmer Unveils Six Key Policy Goals to Boost Public Approval
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced six key policy goals for his government by 2029, including improving living standards, reducing NHS wait times, increasing housing, strengthening policing with 13,000 new officers, improving school readiness, and decarbonizing the power grid, in response to d...
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