Tag #Economy

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Woolworths Doubles Brut Deodorant Price Despite Smaller Size

Woolworths is selling a smaller 50g Brut deodorant stick for \$10, double the unit price of the previous 75g \$7 version, highlighting 'shrinkflation' and sparking consumer concerns amidst a cost-of-living crisis and existing accusations of deceptive pricing practices.

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64% Bias Score

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theglobeandmail.com
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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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Affordable and Clean Energy
forbes.com
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Crypto Investor Turns Bearish on Bitcoin, Reducing Holdings

A crypto investor, bearish on Bitcoin's short-term prospects, predicts a price peak around \$120,000-\$150,000 and is reducing their holdings, citing concerns about Bitcoin's long-term dominance and regulatory headwinds, while anticipating greater returns from blockchain application development.

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52% Bias Score

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theglobeandmail.com
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Costco Rejects Shareholder Proposal to Review DEI Program Risks

Costco's board rejected a shareholder proposal to review the business risks of its DEI programs, citing the programs' positive impact on innovation and customer satisfaction, contrasting with other companies that have scaled back DEI initiatives.

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
lefigaro.fr
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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

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dailymail.co.uk
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Australia: Gender Equality Targets or Government Funding Loss

Proposed Australian laws mandate gender equality targets for businesses with 500+ employees within three years, with penalties including ineligibility for government contracts and funding for non-compliance; employer groups oppose the laws, citing unfair competition and compliance burdens, while the...

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52% Bias Score

Gender Equality
zeit.de
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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

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faz.net
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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

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
lexpress.fr
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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

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theguardian.com
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Unpaid Internships Exacerbate Socioeconomic Inequality in Career Access

A Sutton Trust report reveals that 55% of middle-class graduates had internships compared to 36% of working-class graduates, widening the inequality gap since 2018, with 61% of internships being unpaid or underpaid, mostly in real estate, construction, IT, finance, and legal sectors.

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52% Bias Score

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gr.euronews.com
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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

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theglobeandmail.com
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Imperial Metals Defends Mount Polley Spill as Non-Toxic Amidst Fisheries Act Charges

Imperial Metals president Brian Kynoch claims the Mount Polley mine tailings spill, which released 25 million cubic metres of material into B.C. waterways on Aug. 4, 2014, was not toxic, despite facing 15 Fisheries Act charges for alleged breaches resulting in serious harm to fish; however, independ...

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Life Below Water