U.S. Job Growth Rebounds in November, Exceeding Expectations
The U.S. added 227,000 jobs in November 2024, exceeding expectations after a weak October and suggesting continued job market strength despite a slightly increased unemployment rate of 4.2% and strong wage growth of 4% year-over-year.
U.S. Job Growth Rebounds in November, Exceeding Expectations
The U.S. added 227,000 jobs in November 2024, exceeding expectations after a weak October and suggesting continued job market strength despite a slightly increased unemployment rate of 4.2% and strong wage growth of 4% year-over-year.
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44% Bias Score
Coal Ash: A Potential $8.4 Billion Source of Rare Earth Elements for the US
A study by the University of Texas at Austin found that coal ash in the United States contains approximately 11 million tons of rare earth elements, valued at $8.4 billion, offering a potential solution to the country's reliance on China for these resources crucial for clean energy technologies.
Coal Ash: A Potential $8.4 Billion Source of Rare Earth Elements for the US
A study by the University of Texas at Austin found that coal ash in the United States contains approximately 11 million tons of rare earth elements, valued at $8.4 billion, offering a potential solution to the country's reliance on China for these resources crucial for clean energy technologies.
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36% Bias Score
China Highlights Belt and Road Initiative's Achievements
China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has achieved significant results, including infrastructure projects like high-speed railways and ports, and livelihood projects improving living standards in multiple countries, showcasing China's commitment to global infrastructure development and economic coo...
China Highlights Belt and Road Initiative's Achievements
China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has achieved significant results, including infrastructure projects like high-speed railways and ports, and livelihood projects improving living standards in multiple countries, showcasing China's commitment to global infrastructure development and economic coo...
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48% Bias Score
IRS struggles to collect taxes from wealthy non-filers
The IRS is struggling to collect taxes from tens of thousands of wealthy Americans who avoid filing returns, exploiting a loophole where non-filing is a misdemeanor, not a felony; a recent initiative has collected $292 million in additional taxes, but millions more remain uncollected.
IRS struggles to collect taxes from wealthy non-filers
The IRS is struggling to collect taxes from tens of thousands of wealthy Americans who avoid filing returns, exploiting a loophole where non-filing is a misdemeanor, not a felony; a recent initiative has collected $292 million in additional taxes, but millions more remain uncollected.
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56% Bias Score
Bitcoin Surges Past $100,000 on Trump Win and SEC Nominee
Bitcoin's price surpassed $100,000 following Donald Trump's presidential election win and the nomination of Paul Atkins to head the SEC, reflecting increased investor confidence driven by a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment and the approval of multiple Bitcoin spot ETFs.
Bitcoin Surges Past $100,000 on Trump Win and SEC Nominee
Bitcoin's price surpassed $100,000 following Donald Trump's presidential election win and the nomination of Paul Atkins to head the SEC, reflecting increased investor confidence driven by a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment and the approval of multiple Bitcoin spot ETFs.
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44% Bias Score
France's Government Collapse Halts Tech Sector Progress
France's government collapse this week has halted its tech sector's progress, jeopardizing the \"France 2030\" plan (€54 billion) and causing uncertainty in venture capital funding and hiring.
France's Government Collapse Halts Tech Sector Progress
France's government collapse this week has halted its tech sector's progress, jeopardizing the \"France 2030\" plan (€54 billion) and causing uncertainty in venture capital funding and hiring.
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48% Bias Score
Denied Healthcare: Social Media Outpouring Highlights System Failures
Following the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, social media saw an outpouring of stories about denied healthcare, illustrating the high administrative burden and emotional toll on patients navigating the US healthcare system.
Denied Healthcare: Social Media Outpouring Highlights System Failures
Following the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, social media saw an outpouring of stories about denied healthcare, illustrating the high administrative burden and emotional toll on patients navigating the US healthcare system.
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40% Bias Score
China Extends Price Preference in Government Procurement to Foreign-Funded Firms
China's Ministry of Finance announced a 20% price preference for domestically produced goods in government procurement, equally benefiting foreign-funded companies meeting specific domestic content requirements, with the policy open for public comment until January 4, 2025.
China Extends Price Preference in Government Procurement to Foreign-Funded Firms
China's Ministry of Finance announced a 20% price preference for domestically produced goods in government procurement, equally benefiting foreign-funded companies meeting specific domestic content requirements, with the policy open for public comment until January 4, 2025.
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36% Bias Score
Damen Shipyards Components Reach Russia Despite EU Sanctions
Despite EU sanctions, hundreds of European components reached Russian shipyards in 2023 via Turkey and Hong Kong for a Damen Shipyards project, raising questions about sanctions enforcement and corporate due diligence.
Damen Shipyards Components Reach Russia Despite EU Sanctions
Despite EU sanctions, hundreds of European components reached Russian shipyards in 2023 via Turkey and Hong Kong for a Damen Shipyards project, raising questions about sanctions enforcement and corporate due diligence.
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48% Bias Score
CEO Shooting Ignites Public Fury Over Health Insurance Practices
The fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has sparked public outrage over health insurance companies' practices of denying claims and providing inadequate care, amplified by messages found at the scene echoing patients' frustrations with the system.
CEO Shooting Ignites Public Fury Over Health Insurance Practices
The fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has sparked public outrage over health insurance companies' practices of denying claims and providing inadequate care, amplified by messages found at the scene echoing patients' frustrations with the system.
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52% Bias Score
Karachi's Untreated Sewage Devastates Coastal Ecosystem
Untreated sewage from Karachi, Pakistan, is polluting the coastline, harming marine life, and impacting the livelihoods of fishermen due to malfunctioning sewage treatment plants and inadequate infrastructure.
Karachi's Untreated Sewage Devastates Coastal Ecosystem
Untreated sewage from Karachi, Pakistan, is polluting the coastline, harming marine life, and impacting the livelihoods of fishermen due to malfunctioning sewage treatment plants and inadequate infrastructure.
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24% Bias Score
"Ghana Holds Tight Presidential Election Amidst Economic Uncertainty"
"Ghana's presidential election is underway, with the ruling NPP and opposition NDC vying for power amid economic challenges including high inflation, unemployment, and illegal gold mining. The election is considered highly competitive, with results expected by Tuesday."
"Ghana Holds Tight Presidential Election Amidst Economic Uncertainty"
"Ghana's presidential election is underway, with the ruling NPP and opposition NDC vying for power amid economic challenges including high inflation, unemployment, and illegal gold mining. The election is considered highly competitive, with results expected by Tuesday."
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36% Bias Score