Trump's Misunderstanding of U.S. Trade Deficit and Dollar Dominance
President-elect Trump's claim of a US$100 million annual subsidy to Canada via the U.S. trade deficit is refuted by economists who explain that this deficit strengthens the U.S. dollar's global dominance, a phenomenon described as an "exorbitant privilege.
Trump's Misunderstanding of U.S. Trade Deficit and Dollar Dominance
President-elect Trump's claim of a US$100 million annual subsidy to Canada via the U.S. trade deficit is refuted by economists who explain that this deficit strengthens the U.S. dollar's global dominance, a phenomenon described as an "exorbitant privilege.
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36% Bias Score
Trump Organization Eases Foreign Deal Restrictions, Raising Conflict of Interest Concerns
The Trump Organization's revised ethics agreement permits deals with private foreign companies, unlike its prior ban on all foreign entities, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest given new projects in Vietnam, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and planned ventures in Israel.
Trump Organization Eases Foreign Deal Restrictions, Raising Conflict of Interest Concerns
The Trump Organization's revised ethics agreement permits deals with private foreign companies, unlike its prior ban on all foreign entities, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest given new projects in Vietnam, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and planned ventures in Israel.
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64% Bias Score
Weak Canadian Dollar Impacts Returns on US Stock Investments
The falling Canadian dollar negatively impacts returns on hedged U.S. stock investments, but benefits unhedged investments, as exemplified by the 36% return of the unhedged iShares Core S&P 500 ETF versus 23.4% for its hedged counterpart in 2022. This is due to several factors including weak economi...
Weak Canadian Dollar Impacts Returns on US Stock Investments
The falling Canadian dollar negatively impacts returns on hedged U.S. stock investments, but benefits unhedged investments, as exemplified by the 36% return of the unhedged iShares Core S&P 500 ETF versus 23.4% for its hedged counterpart in 2022. This is due to several factors including weak economi...
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48% Bias Score
Rapid Liberal Leadership Race: New Leader to be Chosen by March 9th
The Canadian Liberal Party will select a new leader on March 9th, following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation, with candidates needing to declare by January 23rd and pay a \$350,000 entry fee; the voting process details are pending, but eligibility criteria have been specified.
Rapid Liberal Leadership Race: New Leader to be Chosen by March 9th
The Canadian Liberal Party will select a new leader on March 9th, following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation, with candidates needing to declare by January 23rd and pay a \$350,000 entry fee; the voting process details are pending, but eligibility criteria have been specified.
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40% Bias Score
Alberta Border Blockade: Sentencing for Three Convicted Men
An Alberta judge is deciding the sentences for three men convicted of mischief for their roles in a two-week blockade at the Canada-U.S. border near Coutts, Alberta, in early 2022; the Crown wants jail time, while the defense seeks minimal or no jail time.
Alberta Border Blockade: Sentencing for Three Convicted Men
An Alberta judge is deciding the sentences for three men convicted of mischief for their roles in a two-week blockade at the Canada-U.S. border near Coutts, Alberta, in early 2022; the Crown wants jail time, while the defense seeks minimal or no jail time.
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56% Bias Score
New York Court Rejects Trump's Delay Request in Hush-Money Case
New York's highest court rejected Donald Trump's request to delay his sentencing for hush-money charges, moving the decision to the U.S. Supreme Court; the sentencing is scheduled for Friday, ten days before Trump's inauguration.
New York Court Rejects Trump's Delay Request in Hush-Money Case
New York's highest court rejected Donald Trump's request to delay his sentencing for hush-money charges, moving the decision to the U.S. Supreme Court; the sentencing is scheduled for Friday, ten days before Trump's inauguration.
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40% Bias Score
Britain's Stagflation Risk Amid Global Market Uncertainty
Britain faces economic stagnation alongside eight-month-high inflation, creating monetary policy challenges, impacting gilts, the pound, and potentially requiring spending cuts; upcoming inflation data is critical.
Britain's Stagflation Risk Amid Global Market Uncertainty
Britain faces economic stagnation alongside eight-month-high inflation, creating monetary policy challenges, impacting gilts, the pound, and potentially requiring spending cuts; upcoming inflation data is critical.
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40% Bias Score
B.C. Conservatives Seek Election Review Amid Irregularity Allegations
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad is demanding an independent review of the provincial election, alleging voting irregularities and insufficient measures to ensure only Canadian citizens cast ballots, despite lacking concrete evidence; a defeated Conservative candidate will challenge Surrey-Guilf...
B.C. Conservatives Seek Election Review Amid Irregularity Allegations
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad is demanding an independent review of the provincial election, alleging voting irregularities and insufficient measures to ensure only Canadian citizens cast ballots, despite lacking concrete evidence; a defeated Conservative candidate will challenge Surrey-Guilf...
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48% Bias Score
California Wildfires Devastate Iconic Los Angeles Landmarks
The California wildfires severely damaged or destroyed several iconic Los Angeles landmarks, including Palisades Charter High School (featured in the film "Carrie"), Will Rogers' ranch house, and the Topanga Ranch Motel, impacting the city's cultural heritage and film industry.
California Wildfires Devastate Iconic Los Angeles Landmarks
The California wildfires severely damaged or destroyed several iconic Los Angeles landmarks, including Palisades Charter High School (featured in the film "Carrie"), Will Rogers' ranch house, and the Topanga Ranch Motel, impacting the city's cultural heritage and film industry.
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24% Bias Score
Walgreens Exceeds Q1 Profit Expectations Amid Restructuring
Walgreens Boots Alliance surpassed first-quarter profit expectations (51 cents per share vs. 37 cents estimated), driven by restructuring efforts including store closures and a $1 billion cost-cutting program, leading to a nearly 25 percent share price increase.
Walgreens Exceeds Q1 Profit Expectations Amid Restructuring
Walgreens Boots Alliance surpassed first-quarter profit expectations (51 cents per share vs. 37 cents estimated), driven by restructuring efforts including store closures and a $1 billion cost-cutting program, leading to a nearly 25 percent share price increase.
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44% Bias Score
Gaza Ceasefire Talks Stalled Amidst Israeli Strikes, 76 Palestinians Killed
Amid ongoing mediation efforts involving the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt, Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least 76 Palestinians in 24 hours, hindering a ceasefire deal despite reported progress, as Israel insists on a 1km border zone.
Gaza Ceasefire Talks Stalled Amidst Israeli Strikes, 76 Palestinians Killed
Amid ongoing mediation efforts involving the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt, Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least 76 Palestinians in 24 hours, hindering a ceasefire deal despite reported progress, as Israel insists on a 1km border zone.
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36% Bias Score
Los Angeles Wildfires Cause Widespread Destruction, Two Deaths, and $57 Billion in Estimated Damage
Devastating wildfires fueled by 70 mph Santa Ana winds have killed two people, destroyed over 1,000 structures, and caused an estimated $52-$57 billion in damage in the Los Angeles area, forcing the evacuation of at least 70,000 people, including celebrities, and causing widespread disruption to dai...
Los Angeles Wildfires Cause Widespread Destruction, Two Deaths, and $57 Billion in Estimated Damage
Devastating wildfires fueled by 70 mph Santa Ana winds have killed two people, destroyed over 1,000 structures, and caused an estimated $52-$57 billion in damage in the Los Angeles area, forcing the evacuation of at least 70,000 people, including celebrities, and causing widespread disruption to dai...
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40% Bias Score