Scientists Call for Halt to Mirror Bacteria Research Due to Existential Threat
A group of 38 scientists across nine countries calls for a halt to research on synthetic mirror bacteria, warning of potentially catastrophic consequences due to their ability to evade immune systems and cause widespread lethal infections across humans, animals, and plants, as published in Science.
Scientists Call for Halt to Mirror Bacteria Research Due to Existential Threat
A group of 38 scientists across nine countries calls for a halt to research on synthetic mirror bacteria, warning of potentially catastrophic consequences due to their ability to evade immune systems and cause widespread lethal infections across humans, animals, and plants, as published in Science.
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Russia Withdraws from Syria Amid Regime Collapse, Rebels Consolidate Power
Russian forces are withdrawing from Syrian bases to the Mediterranean coast amid the collapse of the Assad regime; rebel groups, like HTS, are securing key locations and repurposing abandoned Syrian military equipment, highlighting a swift power shift in the region.
Russia Withdraws from Syria Amid Regime Collapse, Rebels Consolidate Power
Russian forces are withdrawing from Syrian bases to the Mediterranean coast amid the collapse of the Assad regime; rebel groups, like HTS, are securing key locations and repurposing abandoned Syrian military equipment, highlighting a swift power shift in the region.
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UK GDP Shrinks for Second Month, Undermining Economic Growth Pledges
Britain's GDP unexpectedly fell by 0.1% in October, marking the second consecutive month of contraction and challenging the government's economic growth pledges; farmers protested budget changes, while energy price cap predictions rose, and rail ticket-buying advice was offered.
UK GDP Shrinks for Second Month, Undermining Economic Growth Pledges
Britain's GDP unexpectedly fell by 0.1% in October, marking the second consecutive month of contraction and challenging the government's economic growth pledges; farmers protested budget changes, while energy price cap predictions rose, and rail ticket-buying advice was offered.
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56% Bias Score
Syria: Assad's Fall Creates Power Vacuum, ISIS Resurgence, and Russia's HTS Engagement
The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has created a power vacuum, enabling ISIS resurgence and prompting Russia to engage directly with the HTS rebel group; an Aqaba summit will address the crisis, while the UK will continue talks with HTS despite its terror designation.
Syria: Assad's Fall Creates Power Vacuum, ISIS Resurgence, and Russia's HTS Engagement
The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has created a power vacuum, enabling ISIS resurgence and prompting Russia to engage directly with the HTS rebel group; an Aqaba summit will address the crisis, while the UK will continue talks with HTS despite its terror designation.
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40% Bias Score
Biden Grants Unprecedented Clemency to 1,500+ Offenders
President Biden commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 non-violent offenders and pardoned 39 others in the largest single-day act of clemency in modern US history, exceeding President Obama's 330 in 2017; all commuted offenders were on home confinement under the CARES Act, and the pardoned individua...
Biden Grants Unprecedented Clemency to 1,500+ Offenders
President Biden commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 non-violent offenders and pardoned 39 others in the largest single-day act of clemency in modern US history, exceeding President Obama's 330 in 2017; all commuted offenders were on home confinement under the CARES Act, and the pardoned individua...
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Royal Mail Fined £10.5m for Missing Postal Delivery Targets
Ofcom fined Royal Mail £10.5 million for failing to meet postal delivery targets in 2023/24, with only 74.7% of first-class and 92.7% of second-class mail delivered on time, significantly below the targets of 93% and 98.5%, respectively. The fine will go to the public purse.
Royal Mail Fined £10.5m for Missing Postal Delivery Targets
Ofcom fined Royal Mail £10.5 million for failing to meet postal delivery targets in 2023/24, with only 74.7% of first-class and 92.7% of second-class mail delivered on time, significantly below the targets of 93% and 98.5%, respectively. The fine will go to the public purse.
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44% Bias Score
South Korean President Impeached After Martial Law Attempt
South Korea's parliament impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol today by a 204-85 vote, following his unconstitutional attempt to impose martial law on December 3rd, triggering a constitutional crisis and mass protests; he will be suspended pending a Constitutional Court decision.
South Korean President Impeached After Martial Law Attempt
South Korea's parliament impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol today by a 204-85 vote, following his unconstitutional attempt to impose martial law on December 3rd, triggering a constitutional crisis and mass protests; he will be suspended pending a Constitutional Court decision.
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40% Bias Score
Mango Founder Isak Andic Dies in Mountain Accident
Isak Andic, the 71-year-old founder of the Mango fashion chain, died today after falling from a 150-meter cliff while hiking near Barcelona with relatives; emergency services confirmed his death upon arrival.
Mango Founder Isak Andic Dies in Mountain Accident
Isak Andic, the 71-year-old founder of the Mango fashion chain, died today after falling from a 150-meter cliff while hiking near Barcelona with relatives; emergency services confirmed his death upon arrival.
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NatWest CEO in Line for Multimillion-Pound Pay Boost
NatWest Group plans to significantly increase its CEO Paul Thwaite's compensation to a potential \$6.6 million annually, aligning his pay with industry peers, following a 90% surge in the bank's share price in 2024 and its return to full private ownership after a 17-year government stake.
NatWest CEO in Line for Multimillion-Pound Pay Boost
NatWest Group plans to significantly increase its CEO Paul Thwaite's compensation to a potential \$6.6 million annually, aligning his pay with industry peers, following a 90% surge in the bank's share price in 2024 and its return to full private ownership after a 17-year government stake.
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Israeli Airstrike in Gaza Kills 33, Including Children
An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza refugee camp killed at least 33 Palestinians, including children, according to Hamas, after Israel said it targeted a "senior terrorist"; over 80 people are missing.
Israeli Airstrike in Gaza Kills 33, Including Children
An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza refugee camp killed at least 33 Palestinians, including children, according to Hamas, after Israel said it targeted a "senior terrorist"; over 80 people are missing.
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Biden Grants Unprecedented Clemency to 1,500+ Non-Violent Offenders
President Biden commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 non-violent offenders and pardoned 39 others in the largest single-day act of clemency in modern US history, exceeding President Obama's 2017 record of 330. The move reflects a commitment to addressing sentencing disparities and rehabilitation.
Biden Grants Unprecedented Clemency to 1,500+ Non-Violent Offenders
President Biden commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 non-violent offenders and pardoned 39 others in the largest single-day act of clemency in modern US history, exceeding President Obama's 2017 record of 330. The move reflects a commitment to addressing sentencing disparities and rehabilitation.
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40% Bias Score
£46m National Memorial to Queen Elizabeth II Planned for St James's Park
A £46 million (excluding VAT) national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II will be built in St James's Park near Buckingham Palace, following a design competition judged on value-for-money criteria, with the winning design to be announced in Summer 2025.
£46m National Memorial to Queen Elizabeth II Planned for St James's Park
A £46 million (excluding VAT) national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II will be built in St James's Park near Buckingham Palace, following a design competition judged on value-for-money criteria, with the winning design to be announced in Summer 2025.
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