Stellantis to Reopen Illinois Plant, Build Durango in Detroit
Stellantis will reopen its Belvidere, Illinois assembly plant in 2027, creating 1,500 jobs to produce a new midsize pickup truck, and will build the next-generation Dodge Durango in Detroit following a dispute with the United Auto Workers union.
Stellantis to Reopen Illinois Plant, Build Durango in Detroit
Stellantis will reopen its Belvidere, Illinois assembly plant in 2027, creating 1,500 jobs to produce a new midsize pickup truck, and will build the next-generation Dodge Durango in Detroit following a dispute with the United Auto Workers union.
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48% Bias Score
French Senate to Approve 2025 Budget Bill Amidst Political Turmoil
The French Senate is set to approve the second part of the 2025 budget bill on January 23, concluding a complex process involving government changes and multiple votes. The bill, which includes social security and state budget components, will then proceed to a joint committee before a final vote, w...
French Senate to Approve 2025 Budget Bill Amidst Political Turmoil
The French Senate is set to approve the second part of the 2025 budget bill on January 23, concluding a complex process involving government changes and multiple votes. The bill, which includes social security and state budget components, will then proceed to a joint committee before a final vote, w...
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48% Bias Score
Insurance Companies Prioritize Customer Engagement, Boosting Shareholder Returns
Major insurers are dramatically improving customer engagement, evidenced by programs like John Hancock Vitality (89% of buyers prefer it) and Aflac's dedicated cancer claim support, driven by research showing customer experience leaders significantly outperform competitors in shareholder returns (Mc...
Insurance Companies Prioritize Customer Engagement, Boosting Shareholder Returns
Major insurers are dramatically improving customer engagement, evidenced by programs like John Hancock Vitality (89% of buyers prefer it) and Aflac's dedicated cancer claim support, driven by research showing customer experience leaders significantly outperform competitors in shareholder returns (Mc...
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40% Bias Score
Earthquake Strikes Fukushima; Fatal Stabbing in Nagano
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake hit Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, early Thursday, causing no tsunami. Separately, a fatal stabbing near a Nagano train station left one dead and two injured; the attacker remains at large.
Earthquake Strikes Fukushima; Fatal Stabbing in Nagano
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake hit Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, early Thursday, causing no tsunami. Separately, a fatal stabbing near a Nagano train station left one dead and two injured; the attacker remains at large.
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8% Bias Score
Nepal Hikes Mount Everest Permit Fees by 36%
Nepal raised Mount Everest climbing permit fees by 36%, increasing the spring season cost to \$15,000, effective September, to boost tourism revenue and potentially improve safety and environmental protection on the mountain.
Nepal Hikes Mount Everest Permit Fees by 36%
Nepal raised Mount Everest climbing permit fees by 36%, increasing the spring season cost to \$15,000, effective September, to boost tourism revenue and potentially improve safety and environmental protection on the mountain.
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32% Bias Score
UK Pensioners Face Hardship After Winter Fuel Payment Cuts
Due to changes in eligibility, 11 million UK pensioners lost their winter fuel payment (up to £300), forcing many into debt as energy costs soar; Age UK saw a 60% rise in calls during the cold snap.
UK Pensioners Face Hardship After Winter Fuel Payment Cuts
Due to changes in eligibility, 11 million UK pensioners lost their winter fuel payment (up to £300), forcing many into debt as energy costs soar; Age UK saw a 60% rise in calls during the cold snap.
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48% Bias Score
Greek Citizens' Reports Expose 74,944 Cases of Tax Evasion and Corruption in 2024
In 2024, Greek citizens submitted 74,944 reports to the Independent Public Revenue Authority (IAPR) regarding tax evasion and corruption, utilizing the 'Appodixi' app for reporting suspicious receipts and contributing significantly to identifying financial irregularities.
Greek Citizens' Reports Expose 74,944 Cases of Tax Evasion and Corruption in 2024
In 2024, Greek citizens submitted 74,944 reports to the Independent Public Revenue Authority (IAPR) regarding tax evasion and corruption, utilizing the 'Appodixi' app for reporting suspicious receipts and contributing significantly to identifying financial irregularities.
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36% Bias Score
Home Equity Loans in 2025: Weighing Risks and Rewards
In 2025's rising inflation environment, homeowners with an average \$320,000 in home equity are considering loans (8.40% interest) versus higher-interest personal loans (nearly 13%) and credit cards (almost 23%), but must responsibly manage repayment to avoid losing their homes.
Home Equity Loans in 2025: Weighing Risks and Rewards
In 2025's rising inflation environment, homeowners with an average \$320,000 in home equity are considering loans (8.40% interest) versus higher-interest personal loans (nearly 13%) and credit cards (almost 23%), but must responsibly manage repayment to avoid losing their homes.
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48% Bias Score
Adult Gamers Boost Toy Market Resilience at Nuremberg Fair
The Nuremberg Toy Fair showcases key trends: adult gamers ('Kidults') driving €4.5 billion in European sales (30% of the market in 2023), manga-themed toys gaining traction, and a focus on health-conscious play; Germany's toy market saw a stable -2% decline in 2023.
Adult Gamers Boost Toy Market Resilience at Nuremberg Fair
The Nuremberg Toy Fair showcases key trends: adult gamers ('Kidults') driving €4.5 billion in European sales (30% of the market in 2023), manga-themed toys gaining traction, and a focus on health-conscious play; Germany's toy market saw a stable -2% decline in 2023.
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36% Bias Score
Oil Prices Steady Amidst Trump's Tariff Uncertainty
Oil prices saw minimal change on Thursday, with Brent crude at $79.18 and WTI at $75.58, due to uncertainty over President Trump's tariffs and energy policies, and a rise in US oil inventories.
Oil Prices Steady Amidst Trump's Tariff Uncertainty
Oil prices saw minimal change on Thursday, with Brent crude at $79.18 and WTI at $75.58, due to uncertainty over President Trump's tariffs and energy policies, and a rise in US oil inventories.
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36% Bias Score
Understaffed Austrian Judiciary Faces Massive Fraud Case, Prompts New Corporate Transparency Rules
Austria's understaffed judiciary faces a massive fraud case involving Signa, prompting the government to introduce stricter rules against corporate balance sheet concealment, including fines up to 5% of annual turnover and increased penalties for executives to enhance transparency and deter future c...
Understaffed Austrian Judiciary Faces Massive Fraud Case, Prompts New Corporate Transparency Rules
Austria's understaffed judiciary faces a massive fraud case involving Signa, prompting the government to introduce stricter rules against corporate balance sheet concealment, including fines up to 5% of annual turnover and increased penalties for executives to enhance transparency and deter future c...
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40% Bias Score
French Property Tax Errors Cost €1.3 Billion
Errors in France's 2023 property tax collection, specifically concerning the "Gérer mes biens immobiliers" application, resulted in €1.3 billion in losses due to over one million incorrect tax assessments, highlighting issues with application design, implementation and taxpayer understanding.
French Property Tax Errors Cost €1.3 Billion
Errors in France's 2023 property tax collection, specifically concerning the "Gérer mes biens immobiliers" application, resulted in €1.3 billion in losses due to over one million incorrect tax assessments, highlighting issues with application design, implementation and taxpayer understanding.
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24% Bias Score