FDA Proposes Nicotine Limits in Cigarettes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed on Wednesday to limit nicotine in cigarettes to 0.7 milligrams per gram of tobacco, a move projected to prevent 48 million new smokers and lead nearly 13 million current smokers to quit within five years.
FDA Proposes Nicotine Limits in Cigarettes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed on Wednesday to limit nicotine in cigarettes to 0.7 milligrams per gram of tobacco, a move projected to prevent 48 million new smokers and lead nearly 13 million current smokers to quit within five years.
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40% Bias Score
Sweden Begins Construction of Massive Permanent Nuclear Waste Repository
Sweden has started building a permanent nuclear waste repository in Forsmark, aiming for 100,000 years of safe storage, addressing a global challenge in managing 300,000 tons of spent fuel, though facing potential legal delays.
Sweden Begins Construction of Massive Permanent Nuclear Waste Repository
Sweden has started building a permanent nuclear waste repository in Forsmark, aiming for 100,000 years of safe storage, addressing a global challenge in managing 300,000 tons of spent fuel, though facing potential legal delays.
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Greek Parliament Lifts Immunity of Zoë Konstantopoulou Amidst Grigoropoulos Murder Case Controversy
The Greek Parliament voted to lift the parliamentary immunity of Zoë Konstantopoulou, leader of the 'Flow of Freedom' party, to allow a defamation lawsuit to proceed, stemming from her comments on the 2008 murder of Alexandros Grigoropoulos and related allegations of police misconduct and cover-up.
Greek Parliament Lifts Immunity of Zoë Konstantopoulou Amidst Grigoropoulos Murder Case Controversy
The Greek Parliament voted to lift the parliamentary immunity of Zoë Konstantopoulou, leader of the 'Flow of Freedom' party, to allow a defamation lawsuit to proceed, stemming from her comments on the 2008 murder of Alexandros Grigoropoulos and related allegations of police misconduct and cover-up.
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Greek Sailors' Christmas: A Time of Sacrifice and Isolation
This Christmas, let's appreciate Greece's sailors, who work tirelessly at sea, ensuring essential supplies, even during harsh weather, while facing isolation from loved ones during holidays.
Greek Sailors' Christmas: A Time of Sacrifice and Isolation
This Christmas, let's appreciate Greece's sailors, who work tirelessly at sea, ensuring essential supplies, even during harsh weather, while facing isolation from loved ones during holidays.
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Israel-Hamas Ceasefire to Begin January 19th
A US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, effective January 19th, will halt fighting in Gaza, release hostages held for 15 months, and deliver humanitarian aid; the agreement follows difficult negotiations involving Qatar and Egypt, amid over 46,000 reported deaths in Gaza.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire to Begin January 19th
A US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, effective January 19th, will halt fighting in Gaza, release hostages held for 15 months, and deliver humanitarian aid; the agreement follows difficult negotiations involving Qatar and Egypt, amid over 46,000 reported deaths in Gaza.
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36% Bias Score
Combating Disinformation: Strategies, Challenges, and Democratic Risks
Since 2016, disinformation campaigns, particularly evident in the 2016 US election and the 2024 Romanian presidential election, have threatened democratic processes, prompting responses like the Global Engagement Center and pre-bunking strategies, although their effectiveness and potential overreach...
Combating Disinformation: Strategies, Challenges, and Democratic Risks
Since 2016, disinformation campaigns, particularly evident in the 2016 US election and the 2024 Romanian presidential election, have threatened democratic processes, prompting responses like the Global Engagement Center and pre-bunking strategies, although their effectiveness and potential overreach...
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48% Bias Score
Cyprus Included in Three Key US Defense Programs
President Biden's decision includes Cyprus in three US defense programs: Foreign Military Sales (FMS), Excess Defense Articles (EDA), and Title 10 Security Assistance Programs, upgrading bilateral defense cooperation and modernizing Cyprus's armed forces despite existing ITAR restrictions.
Cyprus Included in Three Key US Defense Programs
President Biden's decision includes Cyprus in three US defense programs: Foreign Military Sales (FMS), Excess Defense Articles (EDA), and Title 10 Security Assistance Programs, upgrading bilateral defense cooperation and modernizing Cyprus's armed forces despite existing ITAR restrictions.
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52% Bias Score
Global Space Economy Booms, Projected to Reach \$944 Billion by 2033
Fueled by a nearly one-third surge in 2024 investments, the global space economy is projected to reach \$944 billion by 2033, driven by increased reliance on satellite services and innovative terrestrial applications, with SpaceX poised for significant growth.
Global Space Economy Booms, Projected to Reach \$944 Billion by 2033
Fueled by a nearly one-third surge in 2024 investments, the global space economy is projected to reach \$944 billion by 2033, driven by increased reliance on satellite services and innovative terrestrial applications, with SpaceX poised for significant growth.
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30% of Glyfada's €30 Million One G Luxury Complex Presold
Day Group's €30 million One G luxury residential complex in Glyfada, Greece, is 30% sold before its spring 2026 completion, reflecting strong demand and prices exceeding €10,000 per square meter, showcasing the robust luxury real estate market in the Athenian Riviera.
30% of Glyfada's €30 Million One G Luxury Complex Presold
Day Group's €30 million One G luxury residential complex in Glyfada, Greece, is 30% sold before its spring 2026 completion, reflecting strong demand and prices exceeding €10,000 per square meter, showcasing the robust luxury real estate market in the Athenian Riviera.
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Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreed, Hostage Exchange Planned
Israel and Hamas reached a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, involving a phased hostage exchange and humanitarian aid, mediated by Egypt and Qatar with US support, potentially ending a 15-month conflict.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreed, Hostage Exchange Planned
Israel and Hamas reached a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, involving a phased hostage exchange and humanitarian aid, mediated by Egypt and Qatar with US support, potentially ending a 15-month conflict.
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Lavrov Cautiously Optimistic About Trump-Russia Understanding on Ukraine
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov expressed cautious optimism regarding a potential understanding with US President-elect Donald Trump on the Ukraine conflict, noting Trump's acknowledgment of Russia's territorial control and concerns about Ukraine's NATO membership; however, Lavrov emphasized that a ...
Lavrov Cautiously Optimistic About Trump-Russia Understanding on Ukraine
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov expressed cautious optimism regarding a potential understanding with US President-elect Donald Trump on the Ukraine conflict, noting Trump's acknowledgment of Russia's territorial control and concerns about Ukraine's NATO membership; however, Lavrov emphasized that a ...
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Trump's Davos Address: Economic and Geopolitical Implications
Former US President Donald Trump will participate virtually in the World Economic Forum in Davos next week, addressing global issues including the war in Ukraine, alongside world leaders such as Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and other heads of state and government.
Trump's Davos Address: Economic and Geopolitical Implications
Former US President Donald Trump will participate virtually in the World Economic Forum in Davos next week, addressing global issues including the war in Ukraine, alongside world leaders such as Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and other heads of state and government.
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44% Bias Score