Soaring No- and Low-Alcohol Beer Sales Offer Lifeline to UK Pubs
Sales of no- and low-alcohol beer in the UK are surging to a record 140 million pints in 2024, a 12% increase year-on-year, offering a potential lifeline to the financially-strained pub sector; 86% of pubs now sell these drinks, up from 2% in 2019.
Soaring No- and Low-Alcohol Beer Sales Offer Lifeline to UK Pubs
Sales of no- and low-alcohol beer in the UK are surging to a record 140 million pints in 2024, a 12% increase year-on-year, offering a potential lifeline to the financially-strained pub sector; 86% of pubs now sell these drinks, up from 2% in 2019.
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32% Bias Score
AI to Slash Music and Audiovisual Sector Incomes by 2028
A global study predicts that music and audiovisual professionals will lose 25% and 20% of their income respectively by 2028 due to AI, with the generative AI market expanding from €3 billion to €64 billion annually by then, significantly enriching tech companies while harming creators unless policym...
AI to Slash Music and Audiovisual Sector Incomes by 2028
A global study predicts that music and audiovisual professionals will lose 25% and 20% of their income respectively by 2028 due to AI, with the generative AI market expanding from €3 billion to €64 billion annually by then, significantly enriching tech companies while harming creators unless policym...
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56% Bias Score
Ecuador Drought Cripples Salcedo's Ice Cream Industry
In Salcedo, Ecuador, a prolonged drought has caused daily 14-hour power outages since September, crippling the town's renowned ice cream industry; 30 of 80 small ice cream plants closed, resulting in 300 job losses, and impacting the wider economy.
Ecuador Drought Cripples Salcedo's Ice Cream Industry
In Salcedo, Ecuador, a prolonged drought has caused daily 14-hour power outages since September, crippling the town's renowned ice cream industry; 30 of 80 small ice cream plants closed, resulting in 300 job losses, and impacting the wider economy.
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Martial Law Declared in South Korea Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on [Date], citing threats from pro-North Korean forces within the country, leading to the immediate blockage of the National Assembly, a ban on political activities, and a significant drop in the South Korean won.
Martial Law Declared in South Korea Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on [Date], citing threats from pro-North Korean forces within the country, leading to the immediate blockage of the National Assembly, a ban on political activities, and a significant drop in the South Korean won.
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56% Bias Score
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion in 2023
Global arms sales by the top 100 producers reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase driven by the war in Ukraine and increased demand, with Russian companies showing the largest growth (40%) and European companies overcoming supply chain issues.
Global Arms Sales Surge to $632 Billion in 2023
Global arms sales by the top 100 producers reached $632 billion in 2023, a 4.2% increase driven by the war in Ukraine and increased demand, with Russian companies showing the largest growth (40%) and European companies overcoming supply chain issues.
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36% Bias Score
Mercosur Trade Deal Faces EU Farmer Backlash
The Mercosur trade deal, aiming to eliminate tariffs between the EU and South American countries, faces strong opposition from European farmers worried about competition and enforcement of regulations; France, along with other EU nations, may attempt to block the agreement.
Mercosur Trade Deal Faces EU Farmer Backlash
The Mercosur trade deal, aiming to eliminate tariffs between the EU and South American countries, faces strong opposition from European farmers worried about competition and enforcement of regulations; France, along with other EU nations, may attempt to block the agreement.
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Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Concludes: A \$1 Billion Global Phenomenon
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, a 3 ½-hour concert spanning 10 musical eras, concludes December 8th in Vancouver after grossing over \$1 billion and setting multiple attendance records, impacting the global economy and fostering a massive online fan community.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Concludes: A \$1 Billion Global Phenomenon
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, a 3 ½-hour concert spanning 10 musical eras, concludes December 8th in Vancouver after grossing over \$1 billion and setting multiple attendance records, impacting the global economy and fostering a massive online fan community.
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48% Bias Score
Generative AI to Cost Music Creators $23 Billion by 2028
A new study predicts that generative AI will cause music and audiovisual creators to lose \$23 billion by 2028 due to the rising market of AI-generated content, which is expected to reach \$67 billion.
Generative AI to Cost Music Creators $23 Billion by 2028
A new study predicts that generative AI will cause music and audiovisual creators to lose \$23 billion by 2028 due to the rising market of AI-generated content, which is expected to reach \$67 billion.
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Valencia Mayor Urges Spain to Relax Spending Rules After DANA Storm
Valencia Mayor María José Catalá demands the Spanish government relax spending rules and expedite promised aid (144 million euros received of 10 billion pledged) for municipalities affected by the October 29 DANA storm, highlighting the need for direct, unreturned aid to cover unexpected recovery co...
Valencia Mayor Urges Spain to Relax Spending Rules After DANA Storm
Valencia Mayor María José Catalá demands the Spanish government relax spending rules and expedite promised aid (144 million euros received of 10 billion pledged) for municipalities affected by the October 29 DANA storm, highlighting the need for direct, unreturned aid to cover unexpected recovery co...
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Intel CEO Resigns Amidst AI Competition and Financial Setbacks
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger resigned after nearly four years, citing a challenging year with declining revenue and job cuts; the company's stock rose 3% on the news despite a 50% drop in the past year, and Intel's lagging AI capabilities contribute significantly to its struggles.
Intel CEO Resigns Amidst AI Competition and Financial Setbacks
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger resigned after nearly four years, citing a challenging year with declining revenue and job cuts; the company's stock rose 3% on the news despite a 50% drop in the past year, and Intel's lagging AI capabilities contribute significantly to its struggles.
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36% Bias Score
Volkswagen Workers Strike in Germany Amidst Mass Layoff Plans
German Volkswagen workers initiated a strike today, protesting planned factory closures, mass layoffs, and wage cuts, escalating tensions between the company and unions due to decreased demand, EV transition costs, and competition.
Volkswagen Workers Strike in Germany Amidst Mass Layoff Plans
German Volkswagen workers initiated a strike today, protesting planned factory closures, mass layoffs, and wage cuts, escalating tensions between the company and unions due to decreased demand, EV transition costs, and competition.
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German EV Market Crashes After Subsidy Cut
The German electric vehicle market significantly declined after the end of government subsidies in December 2023, resulting in a 26.6 percent drop in new registrations by October 2024, impacting overall car sales and raising concerns about the country's climate goals and global competitiveness.
German EV Market Crashes After Subsidy Cut
The German electric vehicle market significantly declined after the end of government subsidies in December 2023, resulting in a 26.6 percent drop in new registrations by October 2024, impacting overall car sales and raising concerns about the country's climate goals and global competitiveness.
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44% Bias Score