Sonoma State University Announces $20 Million in Budget Cuts
Sonoma State University announced $20 million in budget cuts to address a $23.9 million deficit caused by declining enrollment, resulting in the elimination of all intercollegiate athletic programs, 46 faculty positions, and over 20 academic programs.
Sonoma State University Announces $20 Million in Budget Cuts
Sonoma State University announced $20 million in budget cuts to address a $23.9 million deficit caused by declining enrollment, resulting in the elimination of all intercollegiate athletic programs, 46 faculty positions, and over 20 academic programs.
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48% Bias Score
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.
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
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...
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
Bankinter Reports Record €953 Million Profit in 2024 Despite Spanish Political Uncertainty
Bankinter announced record 2024 net profits of €953 million (12.8% increase), driven by strong commercial activity despite Spanish political fragmentation; CEO Gloria Ortiz highlighted the need for legislative efficiency while expressing confidence in the bank's future.
Bankinter Reports Record €953 Million Profit in 2024 Despite Spanish Political Uncertainty
Bankinter announced record 2024 net profits of €953 million (12.8% increase), driven by strong commercial activity despite Spanish political fragmentation; CEO Gloria Ortiz highlighted the need for legislative efficiency while expressing confidence in the bank's future.
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36% Bias Score
Spain Maintains 2024 Minimum Wage Despite Legislative Setback
Following the Congress's rejection of the minimum wage extension, Spain's Ministry of Labor announced that the 2024 minimum wage (1,134 euros) will remain in effect until a new one is approved, preventing salary reductions for new hires and prompting inspections to ensure compliance.
Spain Maintains 2024 Minimum Wage Despite Legislative Setback
Following the Congress's rejection of the minimum wage extension, Spain's Ministry of Labor announced that the 2024 minimum wage (1,134 euros) will remain in effect until a new one is approved, preventing salary reductions for new hires and prompting inspections to ensure compliance.
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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
US LNG Tankers Rerouted to Europe Amid Soaring Gas Prices
Due to higher prices, at least seven US LNG tankers en route to Asia were rerouted to Europe in recent weeks, highlighting Europe's increased reliance on LNG following the war in Ukraine, which now accounts for a third of its gas supply.
US LNG Tankers Rerouted to Europe Amid Soaring Gas Prices
Due to higher prices, at least seven US LNG tankers en route to Asia were rerouted to Europe in recent weeks, highlighting Europe's increased reliance on LNG following the war in Ukraine, which now accounts for a third of its gas supply.
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32% Bias Score
€100 Million Dutch Initiative to Address Groningen Gas Extraction Aftermath
The Dutch government launched a €100 million annual, 30-year initiative to improve living conditions in Groningen and Noord-Drenthe, focusing on community building, local pride, and early intervention to address issues stemming from gas extraction.
€100 Million Dutch Initiative to Address Groningen Gas Extraction Aftermath
The Dutch government launched a €100 million annual, 30-year initiative to improve living conditions in Groningen and Noord-Drenthe, focusing on community building, local pride, and early intervention to address issues stemming from gas extraction.
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40% Bias Score
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...
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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56% 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
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.
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
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