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Sydney Tunnelling Workers Exposed to Deadly Silica Dust for Years
Since early 2018, thousands of Sydney tunnelling workers were exposed to high levels of deadly silica dust, with regulators and contractors aware of the danger but failing to publicly disclose it until recently, prompting calls for greater transparency and accountability.
Sydney Tunnelling Workers Exposed to Deadly Silica Dust for Years
Since early 2018, thousands of Sydney tunnelling workers were exposed to high levels of deadly silica dust, with regulators and contractors aware of the danger but failing to publicly disclose it until recently, prompting calls for greater transparency and accountability.
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52% Bias Score
Russian Mother's Fruit-Only Diet for Child Sparks Investigation
A Rostov-on-Don mother and her young daughter have followed a fruit and vegetable-only diet, excluding water, for 342 days, prompting online outrage and investigations by the Investigative Committee and the prosecutor's office into potential parental neglect.
Russian Mother's Fruit-Only Diet for Child Sparks Investigation
A Rostov-on-Don mother and her young daughter have followed a fruit and vegetable-only diet, excluding water, for 342 days, prompting online outrage and investigations by the Investigative Committee and the prosecutor's office into potential parental neglect.
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60% Bias Score
Microplastics Linked to Cancer and Other Health Risks in Major Scientific Review
A comprehensive review of 3000 studies links microplastic exposure to increased risks of lung and colon cancer, gut inflammation, and lung injury, prompting calls for immediate bans on single-use plastics to avert a major public health crisis.
Microplastics Linked to Cancer and Other Health Risks in Major Scientific Review
A comprehensive review of 3000 studies links microplastic exposure to increased risks of lung and colon cancer, gut inflammation, and lung injury, prompting calls for immediate bans on single-use plastics to avert a major public health crisis.
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52% Bias Score
Mild Cold's Severe Impact: 10°C Test Reveals Hidden Health Risks
A BBC journalist underwent a cold tolerance test at 10°C, revealing significant physiological changes, including reduced blood flow to the extremities, increased blood pressure, and impaired cognitive function, highlighting the hidden dangers of cold exposure and its impact on cardiovascular health.
Mild Cold's Severe Impact: 10°C Test Reveals Hidden Health Risks
A BBC journalist underwent a cold tolerance test at 10°C, revealing significant physiological changes, including reduced blood flow to the extremities, increased blood pressure, and impaired cognitive function, highlighting the hidden dangers of cold exposure and its impact on cardiovascular health.
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28% Bias Score
France Sees Record High in Workplace Fatalities in 2023
France's 2023 workplace fatality report reveals 759 deaths, a 21-death increase from 2022, driven by rising external causes and occupational illnesses, with transport and construction sectors most affected.
France Sees Record High in Workplace Fatalities in 2023
France's 2023 workplace fatality report reveals 759 deaths, a 21-death increase from 2022, driven by rising external causes and occupational illnesses, with transport and construction sectors most affected.
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28% Bias Score
Imported Fruit in Britain Contains Double the Cancer-Linked Pesticides
Government data reveals significantly higher levels of pesticides linked to cancer and infertility in imported fruit, particularly soft citrus from South Africa, compared to British produce, raising concerns about consumer health and the impact of trade deals.
Imported Fruit in Britain Contains Double the Cancer-Linked Pesticides
Government data reveals significantly higher levels of pesticides linked to cancer and infertility in imported fruit, particularly soft citrus from South Africa, compared to British produce, raising concerns about consumer health and the impact of trade deals.
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60% Bias Score
Airborne Microplastics Linked to Serious Health Risks: UCSF Study
A University of California, San Francisco, review of 3,000 studies shows a suspected link between airborne microplastics—primarily from tire wear and waste—and various health problems, including infertility, colon and lung cancer, and respiratory issues, urging immediate regulatory action.
Airborne Microplastics Linked to Serious Health Risks: UCSF Study
A University of California, San Francisco, review of 3,000 studies shows a suspected link between airborne microplastics—primarily from tire wear and waste—and various health problems, including infertility, colon and lung cancer, and respiratory issues, urging immediate regulatory action.
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48% Bias Score
Global Sugar Consumption Surge Fuels Health Concerns
Global sugar consumption has dramatically increased from a few kilograms per person annually two centuries ago to 30-40 kg in many countries today, driven by historical use as a cheap energy source and industry marketing, leading to significant health concerns and future implications for global heal...
Global Sugar Consumption Surge Fuels Health Concerns
Global sugar consumption has dramatically increased from a few kilograms per person annually two centuries ago to 30-40 kg in many countries today, driven by historical use as a cheap energy source and industry marketing, leading to significant health concerns and future implications for global heal...
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48% Bias Score
Study Links Long-Term Acetaminophen Use to Increased Health Risks in Older Adults
A U.K. study found that long-term acetaminophen use in older adults (1998-2018) was linked to increased risks of peptic ulcer bleeding, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease, prompting calls for careful consideration of its use as a first-line treatment for osteoarthritis.
Study Links Long-Term Acetaminophen Use to Increased Health Risks in Older Adults
A U.K. study found that long-term acetaminophen use in older adults (1998-2018) was linked to increased risks of peptic ulcer bleeding, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease, prompting calls for careful consideration of its use as a first-line treatment for osteoarthritis.
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44% Bias Score
Philips Faces Italian Class-Action Lawsuit Over Faulty Medical Devices
A class-action lawsuit against Philips in Italy targets 5.5 million potentially harmful ventilators and sleep therapy devices containing faulty foam, with over 30,000 registrants seeking compensation; while a US settlement reached $1.1 billion, the EU cases face different legal hurdles to prove harm...
Philips Faces Italian Class-Action Lawsuit Over Faulty Medical Devices
A class-action lawsuit against Philips in Italy targets 5.5 million potentially harmful ventilators and sleep therapy devices containing faulty foam, with over 30,000 registrants seeking compensation; while a US settlement reached $1.1 billion, the EU cases face different legal hurdles to prove harm...
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52% Bias Score
German Survey Reveals Public Fears About Nuclear Threats and Radon Exposure
A BfS survey (May-July 2024) of 2002 Germans shows 58% fear nuclear weapons use and 57% fear nuclear accidents, mainly due to the Ukraine war; 94% are unaware of radon risks, despite it being a leading cause of lung cancer; 22% worry about mobile phone radiation.
German Survey Reveals Public Fears About Nuclear Threats and Radon Exposure
A BfS survey (May-July 2024) of 2002 Germans shows 58% fear nuclear weapons use and 57% fear nuclear accidents, mainly due to the Ukraine war; 94% are unaware of radon risks, despite it being a leading cause of lung cancer; 22% worry about mobile phone radiation.
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36% Bias Score
Nicotine Pouches in France: Toxins, Deception, and Stalled Ban
A French study reveals alarming levels of arsenic and other toxins in widely available nicotine pouches, with nicotine levels far exceeding advertised amounts; a proposed ban is stalled.
Nicotine Pouches in France: Toxins, Deception, and Stalled Ban
A French study reveals alarming levels of arsenic and other toxins in widely available nicotine pouches, with nicotine levels far exceeding advertised amounts; a proposed ban is stalled.
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56% Bias Score
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