Major Winter Storm Blair to Slam US, Affecting 60 Million
Winter storm Blair, impacting nearly 60 million Americans, will bring heavy snow (9-16 inches in Kansas, Missouri, Illinois; 4-9 inches in the Mid-Atlantic), strong winds, freezing rain, and potential blizzard conditions to the Great Plains and Northeast this weekend, causing hazardous travel and po...
Major Winter Storm Blair to Slam US, Affecting 60 Million
Winter storm Blair, impacting nearly 60 million Americans, will bring heavy snow (9-16 inches in Kansas, Missouri, Illinois; 4-9 inches in the Mid-Atlantic), strong winds, freezing rain, and potential blizzard conditions to the Great Plains and Northeast this weekend, causing hazardous travel and po...
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NHS Declares Emergency at Cornish Hospital Amidst System-Wide Pressures
Royal Cornwall Hospital declared a critical incident due to overwhelming pressure, with ambulances queuing and patients awaiting discharge; NHS reforms aim to alleviate this through direct GP referrals, same-day treatment, and an updated app for flexible booking.
NHS Declares Emergency at Cornish Hospital Amidst System-Wide Pressures
Royal Cornwall Hospital declared a critical incident due to overwhelming pressure, with ambulances queuing and patients awaiting discharge; NHS reforms aim to alleviate this through direct GP referrals, same-day treatment, and an updated app for flexible booking.
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Rural 5G Video Uploads Expose Users to Double the Radiation
A Swiss study found that uploading videos on 5G phones in rural areas exposes users to nearly double the radiation compared to urban areas (29 mW/sq-m vs 16 mW/sq-m), exceeding the WHO safety threshold, primarily due to increased phone emissions.
Rural 5G Video Uploads Expose Users to Double the Radiation
A Swiss study found that uploading videos on 5G phones in rural areas exposes users to nearly double the radiation compared to urban areas (29 mW/sq-m vs 16 mW/sq-m), exceeding the WHO safety threshold, primarily due to increased phone emissions.
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UK Woman Dies After Botched Gastric Surgery in Turkey
Morgan Ribeiro, a 20-year-old from the UK, died from septic shock after a botched gastric sleeve operation in Turkey, highlighting the dangers of cheap cosmetic surgery abroad, promoted on social media, and prompting calls for tighter regulations to protect vulnerable young people.
UK Woman Dies After Botched Gastric Surgery in Turkey
Morgan Ribeiro, a 20-year-old from the UK, died from septic shock after a botched gastric sleeve operation in Turkey, highlighting the dangers of cheap cosmetic surgery abroad, promoted on social media, and prompting calls for tighter regulations to protect vulnerable young people.
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68% Bias Score
Failed Arrest Attempt of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Amidst Protests
South Korean police failed to arrest President Yoon Suk Yeol yesterday following a six-hour standoff at his residence, amidst protests from both supporters and opponents, after his impeachment by parliament on December 14th for insurrection charges stemming from a short-lived December 3rd martial la...
Failed Arrest Attempt of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Amidst Protests
South Korean police failed to arrest President Yoon Suk Yeol yesterday following a six-hour standoff at his residence, amidst protests from both supporters and opponents, after his impeachment by parliament on December 14th for insurrection charges stemming from a short-lived December 3rd martial la...
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Record Migrant Deaths in English Channel Amidst Rising Arrivals
In 2024, a record 77 migrants died attempting to cross the English Channel in small boats, as nearly 37,000 people arrived—a 25% increase from 2023—prompting calls for increased safety measures and legal migration routes.
Record Migrant Deaths in English Channel Amidst Rising Arrivals
In 2024, a record 77 migrants died attempting to cross the English Channel in small boats, as nearly 37,000 people arrived—a 25% increase from 2023—prompting calls for increased safety measures and legal migration routes.
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Oldham Grooming Scandal Sparks Debate Over Inquiry Leadership
Following accusations of inaction in the Oldham grooming gangs scandal, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper defended Jess Phillips, who suggested a local council-led investigation instead of a government-led inquiry, sparking criticism from victims and a call for her imprisonment from Elon Musk.
Oldham Grooming Scandal Sparks Debate Over Inquiry Leadership
Following accusations of inaction in the Oldham grooming gangs scandal, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper defended Jess Phillips, who suggested a local council-led investigation instead of a government-led inquiry, sparking criticism from victims and a call for her imprisonment from Elon Musk.
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Nurse Arrested for Allegedly Injuring Seven Newborns
A 26-year-old nurse, Erin Strotman, was arrested and charged with injuring seven newborn babies at Henrico Doctors' Hospital in Richmond, Virginia, after an investigation into inexplicable leg fractures in multiple infants; the hospital's NICU is temporarily closed.
Nurse Arrested for Allegedly Injuring Seven Newborns
A 26-year-old nurse, Erin Strotman, was arrested and charged with injuring seven newborn babies at Henrico Doctors' Hospital in Richmond, Virginia, after an investigation into inexplicable leg fractures in multiple infants; the hospital's NICU is temporarily closed.
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Loneliness Linked to Five Proteins Increasing Disease Risk
A University of Cambridge study of 42,000 adults found five proteins linked to loneliness, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, insulin resistance, and premature death, highlighting the importance of social connection for health.
Loneliness Linked to Five Proteins Increasing Disease Risk
A University of Cambridge study of 42,000 adults found five proteins linked to loneliness, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, insulin resistance, and premature death, highlighting the importance of social connection for health.
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Kentucky Judge Shot Dead in Chambers by Former Bailiff
Kentucky District Judge Kevin Mullins was shot and killed in his chambers on September 19 by his former bailiff and then-sheriff, Shawn "Mickey" Stines, who pleaded not guilty to murder but admitted to the shooting; the incident followed allegations of sexual misconduct involving Stines's deputy and...
Kentucky Judge Shot Dead in Chambers by Former Bailiff
Kentucky District Judge Kevin Mullins was shot and killed in his chambers on September 19 by his former bailiff and then-sheriff, Shawn "Mickey" Stines, who pleaded not guilty to murder but admitted to the shooting; the incident followed allegations of sexual misconduct involving Stines's deputy and...
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64% Bias Score
Major Winter Storm Blair to Bring Heavy Snow, Ice, and Tornadoes Across US
Winter storm Blair will bring heavy snow (up to 30 inches possible in parts of the Midwest) and significant icing to over a dozen states from late Saturday through early Monday, potentially causing widespread power outages and hazardous travel conditions, with the possibility of several tornadoes in...
Major Winter Storm Blair to Bring Heavy Snow, Ice, and Tornadoes Across US
Winter storm Blair will bring heavy snow (up to 30 inches possible in parts of the Midwest) and significant icing to over a dozen states from late Saturday through early Monday, potentially causing widespread power outages and hazardous travel conditions, with the possibility of several tornadoes in...
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UK Hospitals Restrict Visitors Amid Flu Surge
Four NHS trusts in the UK have restricted hospital visitors due to a flu surge, with over 4,500 flu patients hospitalized daily last week—a 3.5-fold increase year-on-year, prompting mask mandates and limited visiting hours amid an impending cold snap.
UK Hospitals Restrict Visitors Amid Flu Surge
Four NHS trusts in the UK have restricted hospital visitors due to a flu surge, with over 4,500 flu patients hospitalized daily last week—a 3.5-fold increase year-on-year, prompting mask mandates and limited visiting hours amid an impending cold snap.
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48% Bias Score