Vanuatu Earthquake: Nine Dead, Australia Responds
A 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on Tuesday, killing at least nine people, including a young Australian mother, and causing significant damage to Port Vila's infrastructure, particularly the main hospital and telecommunications.
Vanuatu Earthquake: Nine Dead, Australia Responds
A 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on Tuesday, killing at least nine people, including a young Australian mother, and causing significant damage to Port Vila's infrastructure, particularly the main hospital and telecommunications.
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44% Bias Score
Wisconsin School Shooting: 15-Year-Old Kills Teacher, Student
On Monday, 15-year-old Natalie Rupnow fatally shot a teacher and student at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, before killing herself; two other students are in critical condition, prompting calls for stricter gun laws.
Wisconsin School Shooting: 15-Year-Old Kills Teacher, Student
On Monday, 15-year-old Natalie Rupnow fatally shot a teacher and student at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, before killing herself; two other students are in critical condition, prompting calls for stricter gun laws.
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56% Bias Score
BP and Shell Retreat from Renewable Energy Investments
BP and Shell are scaling back their renewable energy investments due to lower returns compared to fossil fuels, prioritizing shareholder value over aggressive climate targets, despite previously ambitious plans to reduce emissions. This shift comes as US oil companies outperform European counterpart...
BP and Shell Retreat from Renewable Energy Investments
BP and Shell are scaling back their renewable energy investments due to lower returns compared to fossil fuels, prioritizing shareholder value over aggressive climate targets, despite previously ambitious plans to reduce emissions. This shift comes as US oil companies outperform European counterpart...
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52% Bias Score
Hamad Syndicate Lieutenant to Stand Trial for Arson and Extortion
A suspected lieutenant of the Hamad crime syndicate, Majid Alibadi, 25, will face trial on 22 charges, including arson and extortion linked to a Melbourne "tobacco war" against the Haddara family; the incidents include firebombing attacks on multiple businesses and a specific extortion attempt on a ...
Hamad Syndicate Lieutenant to Stand Trial for Arson and Extortion
A suspected lieutenant of the Hamad crime syndicate, Majid Alibadi, 25, will face trial on 22 charges, including arson and extortion linked to a Melbourne "tobacco war" against the Haddara family; the incidents include firebombing attacks on multiple businesses and a specific extortion attempt on a ...
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44% Bias Score
Australia to Reopen Kyiv Embassy Amidst Ukraine War
Australia will reopen its Kyiv embassy in January 2024, pledging $156 million in aid for Ukraine's recovery and energy needs, amidst pressure from President-elect Trump to end the war and concerns about regional security.
Australia to Reopen Kyiv Embassy Amidst Ukraine War
Australia will reopen its Kyiv embassy in January 2024, pledging $156 million in aid for Ukraine's recovery and energy needs, amidst pressure from President-elect Trump to end the war and concerns about regional security.
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44% Bias Score
NSW to Trial Pill Testing at Music Festivals
The NSW government will implement a 12-month pill-testing trial at approximately 12 music festivals starting early 2025, costing $1 million, aiming to reduce drug-related harm and deaths following years of advocacy and a recent drug summit recommendation.
NSW to Trial Pill Testing at Music Festivals
The NSW government will implement a 12-month pill-testing trial at approximately 12 music festivals starting early 2025, costing $1 million, aiming to reduce drug-related harm and deaths following years of advocacy and a recent drug summit recommendation.
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44% Bias Score
Australia-Israel Relations Strained Amidst UN Votes and Visa Dispute
Following a phone call between Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and her Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar, Israel accused Australia of abandoning it amid its most difficult year, citing Australia's UN votes against Israel and visa denial for former Israeli Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked, while ...
Australia-Israel Relations Strained Amidst UN Votes and Visa Dispute
Following a phone call between Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and her Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar, Israel accused Australia of abandoning it amid its most difficult year, citing Australia's UN votes against Israel and visa denial for former Israeli Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked, while ...
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60% Bias Score
Double Homicide in Sydney Linked to Drug Debt
The bodies of Jai-Bao \"Rex\" Chen and his wife Zhuojin \"Sally\" Li were discovered in Botany, Sydney; police believe the double homicide was financially motivated, connected to Chen's drug-related debts, with two suspects fleeing to either Taiwan or China.
Double Homicide in Sydney Linked to Drug Debt
The bodies of Jai-Bao \"Rex\" Chen and his wife Zhuojin \"Sally\" Li were discovered in Botany, Sydney; police believe the double homicide was financially motivated, connected to Chen's drug-related debts, with two suspects fleeing to either Taiwan or China.
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28% Bias Score
Australia's Budget Deficit Reaches \$26.9 Billion, Exposing Tax System Flaws
Australia's budget shows a \$26.9 billion deficit this year, rising to \$46.9 billion in 2025-26, driven by increased spending in healthcare and aged care, despite efforts to control growth; this creates political challenges for both the government and opposition, revealing flaws in the tax system.
Australia's Budget Deficit Reaches \$26.9 Billion, Exposing Tax System Flaws
Australia's budget shows a \$26.9 billion deficit this year, rising to \$46.9 billion in 2025-26, driven by increased spending in healthcare and aged care, despite efforts to control growth; this creates political challenges for both the government and opposition, revealing flaws in the tax system.
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56% Bias Score
Police probe into handling of 2009 complaint against Australia's worst paedophile
A Queensland Police investigation is underway into the handling of a 2009 complaint about Ashley Griffith, Australia's worst paedophile, who was sentenced to 27 years in prison for abusing hundreds of children; the investigation was prompted by a mother's recent statement about the initial dismissal...
Police probe into handling of 2009 complaint against Australia's worst paedophile
A Queensland Police investigation is underway into the handling of a 2009 complaint about Ashley Griffith, Australia's worst paedophile, who was sentenced to 27 years in prison for abusing hundreds of children; the investigation was prompted by a mother's recent statement about the initial dismissal...
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44% Bias Score
Australian Student Loses Eye in Alleged Israeli Soldier Shooting
Australian dentistry student Ranem Abu-Izneid lost her right eye after being injured by shrapnel from a bullet allegedly fired by an Israeli soldier into her Abu Dis apartment on November 15, 2023; surgery to remove her eye and replace it with a prosthetic took place on Wednesday.
Australian Student Loses Eye in Alleged Israeli Soldier Shooting
Australian dentistry student Ranem Abu-Izneid lost her right eye after being injured by shrapnel from a bullet allegedly fired by an Israeli soldier into her Abu Dis apartment on November 15, 2023; surgery to remove her eye and replace it with a prosthetic took place on Wednesday.
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40% Bias Score
High-Income Homeowners Face Financial Strain Amidst Rising Interest Rates
High-income Australian homeowners, some earning \$400,000 to \$500,000, are struggling with soaring mortgage repayments after the Reserve Bank's 13 interest rate increases, forcing some to move back in with family, downsize or relocate due to increased childcare costs and the overall cost of living.
High-Income Homeowners Face Financial Strain Amidst Rising Interest Rates
High-income Australian homeowners, some earning \$400,000 to \$500,000, are struggling with soaring mortgage repayments after the Reserve Bank's 13 interest rate increases, forcing some to move back in with family, downsize or relocate due to increased childcare costs and the overall cost of living.
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60% Bias Score