Los Angeles Wildfires Destroy Hundreds of Homes, Disrupt Hollywood
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have destroyed over 1,900 buildings, displacing tens of thousands and impacting numerous celebrities who lost their homes, including Billy Crystal and Paris Hilton, while also disrupting Hollywood's award season.
Los Angeles Wildfires Destroy Hundreds of Homes, Disrupt Hollywood
Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have destroyed over 1,900 buildings, displacing tens of thousands and impacting numerous celebrities who lost their homes, including Billy Crystal and Paris Hilton, while also disrupting Hollywood's award season.
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48% Bias Score
Lithuania Boosts Power Grid Security Amidst Fears of Russian Sabotage
Lithuania is increasing security around its power grid, starting January 15th, ahead of its February 8th disconnection from Russia's energy network, citing potential sabotage attempts and using its Public Security Service. This follows damage to Baltic Sea cables in December, allegedly caused by a R...
Lithuania Boosts Power Grid Security Amidst Fears of Russian Sabotage
Lithuania is increasing security around its power grid, starting January 15th, ahead of its February 8th disconnection from Russia's energy network, citing potential sabotage attempts and using its Public Security Service. This follows damage to Baltic Sea cables in December, allegedly caused by a R...
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40% Bias Score
Tomb of Ancient Egyptian Royal Physician and Priest Discovered in Saqqara
A Franco-Swiss archaeological mission in Saqqara, Egypt, recently discovered the tomb of Teti Neb Fu, a high-ranking official serving under King Pepi I, who held the titles of "chief physician of the palace" and "priest and magician of the goddess Serqet," showcasing the sophisticated medical and re...
Tomb of Ancient Egyptian Royal Physician and Priest Discovered in Saqqara
A Franco-Swiss archaeological mission in Saqqara, Egypt, recently discovered the tomb of Teti Neb Fu, a high-ranking official serving under King Pepi I, who held the titles of "chief physician of the palace" and "priest and magician of the goddess Serqet," showcasing the sophisticated medical and re...
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28% Bias Score
First US Death from Avian Influenza H5N1 Raises Transmission Concerns
The US reports its first human death from avian influenza H5N1, a patient over 65 with underlying conditions in Louisiana who contracted it from poultry and wild birds; this raises concerns about human-to-human transmission as mutations were detected in the virus sample.
First US Death from Avian Influenza H5N1 Raises Transmission Concerns
The US reports its first human death from avian influenza H5N1, a patient over 65 with underlying conditions in Louisiana who contracted it from poultry and wild birds; this raises concerns about human-to-human transmission as mutations were detected in the virus sample.
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36% Bias Score
Luxembourg School Generates Twice Its Energy Needs with Sustainable Design
The Luxembourg National School of Health, built in 2019 for €29 million (mostly Luxembourg funds), uses solar panels and a large hot water tank to produce twice the electricity it needs, featuring sustainable materials and energy-efficient design praised by students for its climate control.
Luxembourg School Generates Twice Its Energy Needs with Sustainable Design
The Luxembourg National School of Health, built in 2019 for €29 million (mostly Luxembourg funds), uses solar panels and a large hot water tank to produce twice the electricity it needs, featuring sustainable materials and energy-efficient design praised by students for its climate control.
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44% Bias Score
Musk's Global Political Interventions Spark Controversy
Elon Musk's public support for Germany's far-right AfD party, his interactions with UK and Italian political figures, and his legal battles in Brazil highlight the growing influence of tech billionaires in global politics, raising concerns about election interference and free speech limitations.
Musk's Global Political Interventions Spark Controversy
Elon Musk's public support for Germany's far-right AfD party, his interactions with UK and Italian political figures, and his legal battles in Brazil highlight the growing influence of tech billionaires in global politics, raising concerns about election interference and free speech limitations.
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56% Bias Score
Italian Journalist Released from Iranian Prison
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, detained in Iran for 21 days, was released through diplomatic efforts involving the US and Iran; the case may be linked to the release of Iranian engineer Mohammad Abedini Najafabadi, arrested in Italy on a US warrant.
Italian Journalist Released from Iranian Prison
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, detained in Iran for 21 days, was released through diplomatic efforts involving the US and Iran; the case may be linked to the release of Iranian engineer Mohammad Abedini Najafabadi, arrested in Italy on a US warrant.
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40% Bias Score
UK Freezes Assets of Far-Right Group Blood and Honour
The UK government froze the assets of the far-right group Blood and Honour, applying national sanctions for the first time against what it calls 'far-right terrorism,' impacting its funding and operations. This follows the government's suspicion of the group's involvement in terrorist activities and...
UK Freezes Assets of Far-Right Group Blood and Honour
The UK government froze the assets of the far-right group Blood and Honour, applying national sanctions for the first time against what it calls 'far-right terrorism,' impacting its funding and operations. This follows the government's suspicion of the group's involvement in terrorist activities and...
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56% Bias Score
Eurozone Retail Trade Sees Modest November Increase, but Recovery Remains Sluggish
Eurozone retail trade saw a 0.1% increase in November 2024, driven by fuel and food sales, but remains below pre-pandemic levels due to lingering supply chain issues, the war in Ukraine, and tight budgetary conditions; experts predict a modest recovery in 2025.
Eurozone Retail Trade Sees Modest November Increase, but Recovery Remains Sluggish
Eurozone retail trade saw a 0.1% increase in November 2024, driven by fuel and food sales, but remains below pre-pandemic levels due to lingering supply chain issues, the war in Ukraine, and tight budgetary conditions; experts predict a modest recovery in 2025.
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12% Bias Score
Bitcoin Tops \$100,000 Amid Dollar Weakness and Trump Trade Speculation
Bitcoin's price jumped 4% on Monday, surpassing \$100,000 due to \$900 million in ETF inflows, coinciding with a US dollar decline after speculation of softening trade policies under Donald Trump, although institutional investment remains low, and the rally's sustainability is uncertain.
Bitcoin Tops \$100,000 Amid Dollar Weakness and Trump Trade Speculation
Bitcoin's price jumped 4% on Monday, surpassing \$100,000 due to \$900 million in ETF inflows, coinciding with a US dollar decline after speculation of softening trade policies under Donald Trump, although institutional investment remains low, and the rally's sustainability is uncertain.
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36% Bias Score
Italy Negotiates €1.5 Billion SpaceX Deal Amid Telecom Industry Challenges
Italy is negotiating a €1.5 billion, five-year deal with SpaceX for telecommunications security services, prompting opposition from local companies facing financial challenges and concerns about data sovereignty, despite the government's aim to meet EU broadband goals.
Italy Negotiates €1.5 Billion SpaceX Deal Amid Telecom Industry Challenges
Italy is negotiating a €1.5 billion, five-year deal with SpaceX for telecommunications security services, prompting opposition from local companies facing financial challenges and concerns about data sovereignty, despite the government's aim to meet EU broadband goals.
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36% Bias Score
Johnson Wins House Speakership in Narrow Vote, Underscoring GOP Divisions
Republican Mike Johnson narrowly won reelection as Speaker of the House by a 218-215 vote on the first ballot, overcoming hard-right GOP resistance and securing a last-minute endorsement from President-elect Donald Trump, highlighting internal party divisions and potential legislative gridlock.
Johnson Wins House Speakership in Narrow Vote, Underscoring GOP Divisions
Republican Mike Johnson narrowly won reelection as Speaker of the House by a 218-215 vote on the first ballot, overcoming hard-right GOP resistance and securing a last-minute endorsement from President-elect Donald Trump, highlighting internal party divisions and potential legislative gridlock.
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48% Bias Score