FEMA to End Temporary Housing for Some Hurricane Helene Victims
FEMA is ending temporary housing assistance for some Western North Carolina families left homeless by Hurricane Helene, citing reasons such as habitable homes, declined inspections, or lack of contact. The deadline is January 14th, but those still in need can contact FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA or visit ...
FEMA to End Temporary Housing for Some Hurricane Helene Victims
FEMA is ending temporary housing assistance for some Western North Carolina families left homeless by Hurricane Helene, citing reasons such as habitable homes, declined inspections, or lack of contact. The deadline is January 14th, but those still in need can contact FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA or visit ...
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48% Bias Score
Meta Ends U.S. Fact-Checking Program
Meta ended its U.S. third-party fact-checking program on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, prompting criticism from fact-checking organizations and celebration from conservatives, after CEO Mark Zuckerberg cited concerns over political bias and a desire to "restore free expression.
Meta Ends U.S. Fact-Checking Program
Meta ended its U.S. third-party fact-checking program on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, prompting criticism from fact-checking organizations and celebration from conservatives, after CEO Mark Zuckerberg cited concerns over political bias and a desire to "restore free expression.
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60% Bias Score
Yakuza Leader Pleads Guilty to Nuclear Material Trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa, a 60-year-old alleged leader of the Japanese yakuza, pleaded guilty in Manhattan federal court to conspiring to traffic nuclear materials, including uranium and weapons-grade plutonium, from Burma to other countries; he also pleaded guilty to international narcotics trafficking and ...
Yakuza Leader Pleads Guilty to Nuclear Material Trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa, a 60-year-old alleged leader of the Japanese yakuza, pleaded guilty in Manhattan federal court to conspiring to traffic nuclear materials, including uranium and weapons-grade plutonium, from Burma to other countries; he also pleaded guilty to international narcotics trafficking and ...
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Risch Predicts Continued U.S. NATO Membership Under Trump
Senator Jim Risch, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, anticipates continued U.S. participation in NATO under President Trump, citing bipartisan support and increased defense spending among member states following Russia's actions in Ukraine; he aims to work with Trump to bolster the...
Risch Predicts Continued U.S. NATO Membership Under Trump
Senator Jim Risch, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, anticipates continued U.S. participation in NATO under President Trump, citing bipartisan support and increased defense spending among member states following Russia's actions in Ukraine; he aims to work with Trump to bolster the...
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44% Bias Score
Hydrogen-Powered Truck Sets World Record, Showcases Clean Transportation Potential
The Cummins Accelera H2Rescue truck set a Guinness World Record by traveling 1,806 miles on a single tank of hydrogen, demonstrating the potential of hydrogen fuel cell technology for long-distance travel and emergency response, saving 664 pounds of CO2 emissions compared to a gasoline-powered equiv...
Hydrogen-Powered Truck Sets World Record, Showcases Clean Transportation Potential
The Cummins Accelera H2Rescue truck set a Guinness World Record by traveling 1,806 miles on a single tank of hydrogen, demonstrating the potential of hydrogen fuel cell technology for long-distance travel and emergency response, saving 664 pounds of CO2 emissions compared to a gasoline-powered equiv...
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Slow Federal Response Exacerbates Hurricane Helene's Devastation in Western North Carolina
Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation in Western North Carolina five months ago, leaving many without homes and federal aid slow to arrive; however, local communities and private organizations have stepped in to provide critical support.
Slow Federal Response Exacerbates Hurricane Helene's Devastation in Western North Carolina
Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation in Western North Carolina five months ago, leaving many without homes and federal aid slow to arrive; however, local communities and private organizations have stepped in to provide critical support.
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56% Bias Score
Bills Dominate Broncos in Wild Card Round, Advance to Divisional Playoffs
In the NFL Wild Card round, the Buffalo Bills defeated the Denver Broncos by a score of 31-7, with Josh Allen leading the offense and James Cook rushing for 120 yards and a touchdown.
Bills Dominate Broncos in Wild Card Round, Advance to Divisional Playoffs
In the NFL Wild Card round, the Buffalo Bills defeated the Denver Broncos by a score of 31-7, with Josh Allen leading the offense and James Cook rushing for 120 yards and a touchdown.
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California Wildfires Claim 16 Lives, Devastate 37,000 Acres
California wildfires have caused 16 deaths, with 5 from the Palisades Fire and 11 from the Eaton Fire, burning over 37,000 acres and forcing 150,000 evacuations amid expected strong winds.
California Wildfires Claim 16 Lives, Devastate 37,000 Acres
California wildfires have caused 16 deaths, with 5 from the Palisades Fire and 11 from the Eaton Fire, burning over 37,000 acres and forcing 150,000 evacuations amid expected strong winds.
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Eaton Fire Devastation Prompts California Congress Members to Seek Federal Aid
The Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County has burned over 14,100 acres, damaging roughly 7,000 structures, prompting California Representatives to tour the damage and seek federal aid to address the estimated \$135 billion in losses and support the recovery of impacted communities, including many Black f...
Eaton Fire Devastation Prompts California Congress Members to Seek Federal Aid
The Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County has burned over 14,100 acres, damaging roughly 7,000 structures, prompting California Representatives to tour the damage and seek federal aid to address the estimated \$135 billion in losses and support the recovery of impacted communities, including many Black f...
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Smith Resigns, Trump Condemns as Garland Plans Report Release
Special Counsel Jack Smith resigned on January 10, 2025, after completing his investigation into President-elect Trump's role in the January 6th Capitol riot and his handling of classified documents; Trump called Smith a "disgrace", while Attorney General Garland plans to release Smith's report soon...
Smith Resigns, Trump Condemns as Garland Plans Report Release
Special Counsel Jack Smith resigned on January 10, 2025, after completing his investigation into President-elect Trump's role in the January 6th Capitol riot and his handling of classified documents; Trump called Smith a "disgrace", while Attorney General Garland plans to release Smith's report soon...
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Ontario Premier Rejects Trump's Annexation Proposal, Threatens Retaliation
President-elect Trump's threat to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian exports and his suggestion that Canada become the 51st U.S. state have been met with strong opposition from Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who countered by suggesting Canada purchase Alaska and Minnesota.
Ontario Premier Rejects Trump's Annexation Proposal, Threatens Retaliation
President-elect Trump's threat to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian exports and his suggestion that Canada become the 51st U.S. state have been met with strong opposition from Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who countered by suggesting Canada purchase Alaska and Minnesota.
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44% Bias Score
US Weather Disasters Cost Over $2.9 Trillion Since 1980
From 1980-2024, the U.S. faced 403 billion-dollar weatheclimate disasters totaling over $2.915 trillion; Hurricanes Katrina ($201.3B), Harvey ($160B), and Ian ($119.6B) were the costliest, exceeding wildfires.
US Weather Disasters Cost Over $2.9 Trillion Since 1980
From 1980-2024, the U.S. faced 403 billion-dollar weatheclimate disasters totaling over $2.915 trillion; Hurricanes Katrina ($201.3B), Harvey ($160B), and Ian ($119.6B) were the costliest, exceeding wildfires.
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36% Bias Score