Trump Allies' FDIC Dismantling Proposals Spark Concern
Proposals to dismantle the FDIC, the agency insuring bank deposits, have emerged from President-elect Trump's allies, sparking concerns about the potential for bank runs and the loss of public trust in the safety of deposits, despite experts' belief that Congress is unlikely to support such a move.
Trump Allies' FDIC Dismantling Proposals Spark Concern
Proposals to dismantle the FDIC, the agency insuring bank deposits, have emerged from President-elect Trump's allies, sparking concerns about the potential for bank runs and the loss of public trust in the safety of deposits, despite experts' belief that Congress is unlikely to support such a move.
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52% Bias Score
Seabound's Onboard Carbon Capture System Aims for 2025 Launch
Seabound, a UK startup, developed an onboard carbon capture device for cargo ships, capturing 80% of carbon and 90% of sulfur using calcium oxide pebbles, aiming for commercial launch before 2025 to mitigate shipping's 3% contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions.
Seabound's Onboard Carbon Capture System Aims for 2025 Launch
Seabound, a UK startup, developed an onboard carbon capture device for cargo ships, capturing 80% of carbon and 90% of sulfur using calcium oxide pebbles, aiming for commercial launch before 2025 to mitigate shipping's 3% contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions.
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16% Bias Score
Fed Expected to Cut Interest Rates for Third Time This Year
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for the third time this year on Wednesday, aiming to recalibrate monetary policy amidst a resilient economy but with inflation's progress to the 2% target appearing stalled. The decision follows recent comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell signal...
Fed Expected to Cut Interest Rates for Third Time This Year
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for the third time this year on Wednesday, aiming to recalibrate monetary policy amidst a resilient economy but with inflation's progress to the 2% target appearing stalled. The decision follows recent comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell signal...
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Hong Kong-Taipei Tops World's Busiest Flight Routes in 2024
The Hong Kong-Taipei route reclaimed its title as the world's busiest international flight route in 2024, boasting nearly 7 million available seats, exceeding its pre-pandemic peak and outpacing last year's leader, Singapore-Kuala Lumpur.
Hong Kong-Taipei Tops World's Busiest Flight Routes in 2024
The Hong Kong-Taipei route reclaimed its title as the world's busiest international flight route in 2024, boasting nearly 7 million available seats, exceeding its pre-pandemic peak and outpacing last year's leader, Singapore-Kuala Lumpur.
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36% Bias Score
Wisconsin School Shooting: 15-Year-Old Shooter Kills Two, Injures Six
A 15-year-old female student, Natalie Rupnow, shot and killed a staff member and a student at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday before dying by suicide; six others were injured.
Wisconsin School Shooting: 15-Year-Old Shooter Kills Two, Injures Six
A 15-year-old female student, Natalie Rupnow, shot and killed a staff member and a student at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday before dying by suicide; six others were injured.
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Democracy Alliance Prioritizes Flipping US House in 2026
The Democracy Alliance, a network of liberal donors, plans to invest heavily in the 2026 midterm elections to regain control of the US House of Representatives from Republicans, building on recent successes in New York and California where over $11 million was invested to flip several House seats.
Democracy Alliance Prioritizes Flipping US House in 2026
The Democracy Alliance, a network of liberal donors, plans to invest heavily in the 2026 midterm elections to regain control of the US House of Representatives from Republicans, building on recent successes in New York and California where over $11 million was invested to flip several House seats.
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40% Bias Score
AI Chatbots Offer Emotional Support, But Raise Ethical Concerns
AI chatbots are being used for emotional support, offering accessibility but raising concerns about accuracy, bias, and privacy; experts recommend using them in conjunction with human therapy.
AI Chatbots Offer Emotional Support, But Raise Ethical Concerns
AI chatbots are being used for emotional support, offering accessibility but raising concerns about accuracy, bias, and privacy; experts recommend using them in conjunction with human therapy.
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House Republicans Recommend FBI Investigation of Liz Cheney for January 6th Conduct
A House Republican subcommittee report alleges that former Rep. Liz Cheney violated federal laws during the January 6th investigation, recommending an FBI investigation into her conduct, based on accusations of witness tampering and other offenses, with former President Trump publicly supporting the...
House Republicans Recommend FBI Investigation of Liz Cheney for January 6th Conduct
A House Republican subcommittee report alleges that former Rep. Liz Cheney violated federal laws during the January 6th investigation, recommending an FBI investigation into her conduct, based on accusations of witness tampering and other offenses, with former President Trump publicly supporting the...
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House Ethics Committee to Release Report on Matt Gaetz
The House Ethics Committee will release its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz before the end of Congress, reversing a previous decision; the report details a years-long investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct, drug use, and campaign finance violations; Gaetz denies all allegations.
House Ethics Committee to Release Report on Matt Gaetz
The House Ethics Committee will release its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz before the end of Congress, reversing a previous decision; the report details a years-long investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct, drug use, and campaign finance violations; Gaetz denies all allegations.
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First US H5N1 Bird Flu Case Linked to Backyard Flock
A Louisiana resident is hospitalized with the first US H5N1 bird flu case linked to a backyard flock, prompting the CDC to reiterate the importance of avoiding exposure to sick or dead birds while emphasizing low public health risk.
First US H5N1 Bird Flu Case Linked to Backyard Flock
A Louisiana resident is hospitalized with the first US H5N1 bird flu case linked to a backyard flock, prompting the CDC to reiterate the importance of avoiding exposure to sick or dead birds while emphasizing low public health risk.
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FDA Issues Black Box Warning for Menopausal Hot Flash Drug Veozah
The FDA issued a black-box warning for Veozah, a non-hormonal drug treating menopausal hot flashes, due to rare but serious liver injury risk, mandating increased blood tests and immediate treatment cessation upon symptom onset; nearly 29,000 patients used it in May 2024.
FDA Issues Black Box Warning for Menopausal Hot Flash Drug Veozah
The FDA issued a black-box warning for Veozah, a non-hormonal drug treating menopausal hot flashes, due to rare but serious liver injury risk, mandating increased blood tests and immediate treatment cessation upon symptom onset; nearly 29,000 patients used it in May 2024.
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Denmark Rejects Japan's Extradition Request, Releases Paul Watson
Denmark released Paul Watson, founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, from Greenlandic detention on Tuesday, rejecting Japan's extradition request for a 2010 incident involving a Japanese vessel in the Antarctic due to uncertainties regarding sentencing.
Denmark Rejects Japan's Extradition Request, Releases Paul Watson
Denmark released Paul Watson, founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, from Greenlandic detention on Tuesday, rejecting Japan's extradition request for a 2010 incident involving a Japanese vessel in the Antarctic due to uncertainties regarding sentencing.
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