Kennedy's HHS Appointment Divides Public Opinion
President-elect Donald Trump's appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services is overwhelmingly supported by Republicans but faces significant opposition from Democrats and a divided public response, raising concerns about future health policies, especially ...
Kennedy's HHS Appointment Divides Public Opinion
President-elect Donald Trump's appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services is overwhelmingly supported by Republicans but faces significant opposition from Democrats and a divided public response, raising concerns about future health policies, especially ...
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44% Bias Score
Kennedy's HHS Nomination Faces Senate Opposition
President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services Secretary is facing strong opposition from some senators due to Kennedy's anti-vaccine stance and other controversial views, despite support from some Republicans and President-elect Trump.
Kennedy's HHS Nomination Faces Senate Opposition
President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services Secretary is facing strong opposition from some senators due to Kennedy's anti-vaccine stance and other controversial views, despite support from some Republicans and President-elect Trump.
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48% Bias Score
Kennedy Jr.'s Senate Bid: Fitness vs. Facts
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., lacking medical credentials but boasting a robust fitness regime, is running for Senate, challenging the endorsements of 75 Nobel laureates who cite his "lack of qualification".
Kennedy Jr.'s Senate Bid: Fitness vs. Facts
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., lacking medical credentials but boasting a robust fitness regime, is running for Senate, challenging the endorsements of 75 Nobel laureates who cite his "lack of qualification".
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60% Bias Score
CEO Murder Sparks Public Outrage Over Healthcare Denials
The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson sparked a public outcry on social media, with users sharing stories of denied coverage and exorbitant medical bills, highlighting years of simmering anger towards the healthcare industry and its practices, according to Derrick Crowe of the People's ...
CEO Murder Sparks Public Outrage Over Healthcare Denials
The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson sparked a public outcry on social media, with users sharing stories of denied coverage and exorbitant medical bills, highlighting years of simmering anger towards the healthcare industry and its practices, according to Derrick Crowe of the People's ...
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56% Bias Score
Medicaid Expansion Under Threat: 3 Million at Risk of Losing Coverage
With Republicans regaining control of Congress, the Affordable Care Act's Medicaid expansion is at risk, potentially impacting 3 million adults in nine states with trigger laws that would automatically end coverage if federal funding decreases, highlighting the political vulnerability of healthcare ...
Medicaid Expansion Under Threat: 3 Million at Risk of Losing Coverage
With Republicans regaining control of Congress, the Affordable Care Act's Medicaid expansion is at risk, potentially impacting 3 million adults in nine states with trigger laws that would automatically end coverage if federal funding decreases, highlighting the political vulnerability of healthcare ...
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40% Bias Score
UK Junk Food Ad Ban: McDonald's Fries Deemed Healthier Than Yogurt
The UK government will restrict junk food advertising using a formula classifying McDonald's fries as healthy but some yogurts and porridge as unhealthy, sparking criticism from experts who warn of consumer confusion.
UK Junk Food Ad Ban: McDonald's Fries Deemed Healthier Than Yogurt
The UK government will restrict junk food advertising using a formula classifying McDonald's fries as healthy but some yogurts and porridge as unhealthy, sparking criticism from experts who warn of consumer confusion.
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52% Bias Score
Kennedy's HHS Nomination Faces Senate Scrutiny
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Trump's pick for Health and Human Services Secretary, faces Senate confirmation hearings amid controversy over his anti-vaccine views and other health stances, testing the nation's political realignment as Trump expands his base.
Kennedy's HHS Nomination Faces Senate Scrutiny
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Trump's pick for Health and Human Services Secretary, faces Senate confirmation hearings amid controversy over his anti-vaccine views and other health stances, testing the nation's political realignment as Trump expands his base.
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56% Bias Score
Australia Announces Childcare Subsidy Expansion, Reserve Bank Hints at Dovish Approach to Rates
Australia's Labor government will today announce a childcare subsidy expansion for families earning up to \$530,000 annually, covering three days a week, aiming to ease cost-of-living pressures; the Reserve Bank hinted at a potentially more dovish approach to interest rates, though cuts remain unlik...
Australia Announces Childcare Subsidy Expansion, Reserve Bank Hints at Dovish Approach to Rates
Australia's Labor government will today announce a childcare subsidy expansion for families earning up to \$530,000 annually, covering three days a week, aiming to ease cost-of-living pressures; the Reserve Bank hinted at a potentially more dovish approach to interest rates, though cuts remain unlik...
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32% Bias Score
Moderna Vaccine Deal Bypasses Australian Assessment
Australia's $2 billion deal with Moderna for onshore mRNA vaccine manufacturing bypasses the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) assessment, raising concerns about transparency and cost-effectiveness, prompting an investigation and criticism from health experts and competitors.
Moderna Vaccine Deal Bypasses Australian Assessment
Australia's $2 billion deal with Moderna for onshore mRNA vaccine manufacturing bypasses the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) assessment, raising concerns about transparency and cost-effectiveness, prompting an investigation and criticism from health experts and competitors.
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52% 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
UK Bans Unhealthy Food Ads, But Loopholes Remain
Starting October 2025, the UK will ban unhealthy food advertising on television before 9 pm and online, targeting specific high-fat, sugar, or salt products based on a government scoring system; however, ads not featuring these products will remain unaffected, creating potential loopholes.
UK Bans Unhealthy Food Ads, But Loopholes Remain
Starting October 2025, the UK will ban unhealthy food advertising on television before 9 pm and online, targeting specific high-fat, sugar, or salt products based on a government scoring system; however, ads not featuring these products will remain unaffected, creating potential loopholes.
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56% Bias Score
EU Pushes for Stricter Outdoor Smoking Ban; Germany Abstains
A majority of EU health ministers endorsed a stricter outdoor smoking ban covering playgrounds, restaurants, and other public spaces; however, Germany abstained from the vote, maintaining its own health policy jurisdiction while ranking among the least effective against tobacco use.
EU Pushes for Stricter Outdoor Smoking Ban; Germany Abstains
A majority of EU health ministers endorsed a stricter outdoor smoking ban covering playgrounds, restaurants, and other public spaces; however, Germany abstained from the vote, maintaining its own health policy jurisdiction while ranking among the least effective against tobacco use.
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56% Bias Score