77 Nobel Laureates Oppose Kennedy Jr.'s HHS Nomination
Seventy-seven Nobel laureates urged the US Senate to reject Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Health and Human Services Secretary due to his promotion of discredited health theories and criticism of key health agencies, arguing it would jeopardize American public health.
77 Nobel Laureates Oppose Kennedy Jr.'s HHS Nomination
Seventy-seven Nobel laureates urged the US Senate to reject Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Health and Human Services Secretary due to his promotion of discredited health theories and criticism of key health agencies, arguing it would jeopardize American public health.
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56% Bias Score
Mental Health Suite deemed "wholly inappropriate", leads to death of autistic man
Declan Morrison, 26, died after suffering a catastrophic brain injury from repeatedly hitting his head in a UK mental health suite deemed "wholly inappropriate" for his needs, highlighting systemic failures in care for people with learning disabilities and autism.
Mental Health Suite deemed "wholly inappropriate", leads to death of autistic man
Declan Morrison, 26, died after suffering a catastrophic brain injury from repeatedly hitting his head in a UK mental health suite deemed "wholly inappropriate" for his needs, highlighting systemic failures in care for people with learning disabilities and autism.
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56% Bias Score
Dementia Deaths Rise to Top Cause in the UK
Dementia was the leading cause of death in the UK in 2023, killing over 75,000 people, a rise from 74,261 in 2022 and 69,178 in 2021; experts warn of a worsening crisis unless the government acts to improve services and access to new treatments.
Dementia Deaths Rise to Top Cause in the UK
Dementia was the leading cause of death in the UK in 2023, killing over 75,000 people, a rise from 74,261 in 2022 and 69,178 in 2021; experts warn of a worsening crisis unless the government acts to improve services and access to new treatments.
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60% Bias Score
Trump Cabinet Picks Spark Uncertainty on Abortion Policy
President-elect Trump's cabinet nominations include individuals with varying stances on abortion, creating uncertainty about the future of reproductive rights; some nominees have anti-abortion views, while others lack direct ties to the movement, yet several hold key positions influencing abortion a...
Trump Cabinet Picks Spark Uncertainty on Abortion Policy
President-elect Trump's cabinet nominations include individuals with varying stances on abortion, creating uncertainty about the future of reproductive rights; some nominees have anti-abortion views, while others lack direct ties to the movement, yet several hold key positions influencing abortion a...
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40% Bias Score
Air Pollution in the EU Linked to 239,000 Deaths in 2022
A new report by the European Environment Agency (EEA) estimates that at least 239,000 deaths in the EU in 2022 were attributable to air pollution, exceeding WHO recommendations, although a 45% decrease since 2005 in PM2.5-related deaths is noted.
Air Pollution in the EU Linked to 239,000 Deaths in 2022
A new report by the European Environment Agency (EEA) estimates that at least 239,000 deaths in the EU in 2022 were attributable to air pollution, exceeding WHO recommendations, although a 45% decrease since 2005 in PM2.5-related deaths is noted.
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36% Bias Score
Brazilian President Lula Undergoes Successful Brain Surgery
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva underwent successful surgery in Sao Paulo on Tuesday to drain a brain hemorrhage stemming from an October fall; he is recovering in the ICU and his vice president will assume some duties.
Brazilian President Lula Undergoes Successful Brain Surgery
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva underwent successful surgery in Sao Paulo on Tuesday to drain a brain hemorrhage stemming from an October fall; he is recovering in the ICU and his vice president will assume some duties.
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36% Bias Score
Record Dengue Fever Cases Surge in the Americas and Caribbean
A record 12.6 million suspected dengue fever cases and over 7,700 deaths have been reported in the Americas and the Caribbean in 2024, a sharp increase linked to climate change and poor sanitation, impacting countries like Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico, as well as Caribbean nations.
Record Dengue Fever Cases Surge in the Americas and Caribbean
A record 12.6 million suspected dengue fever cases and over 7,700 deaths have been reported in the Americas and the Caribbean in 2024, a sharp increase linked to climate change and poor sanitation, impacting countries like Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico, as well as Caribbean nations.
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24% Bias Score
Nobel Laureates Oppose Kennedy's HHS Nomination
Seventy-seven Nobel laureates oppose Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services due to his anti-vaccine stance, promotion of AIDS misinformation, and proposed staff changes at key health agencies.
Nobel Laureates Oppose Kennedy's HHS Nomination
Seventy-seven Nobel laureates oppose Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services due to his anti-vaccine stance, promotion of AIDS misinformation, and proposed staff changes at key health agencies.
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44% Bias Score
California Considers Mandatory Mental Health Warning Labels for Social Media
California is considering a bill requiring mental health warning labels on social media platforms to address concerns about the impact on children's mental health, prompting opposition from tech companies citing First Amendment concerns.
California Considers Mandatory Mental Health Warning Labels for Social Media
California is considering a bill requiring mental health warning labels on social media platforms to address concerns about the impact on children's mental health, prompting opposition from tech companies citing First Amendment concerns.
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California Bill Mandates Mental Health Warnings on Social Media
California is considering a bill that would require social media platforms to display mental health warning labels, making it the first state to introduce such legislation in response to growing concerns about the impact of social media on the mental health of young people.
California Bill Mandates Mental Health Warnings on Social Media
California is considering a bill that would require social media platforms to display mental health warning labels, making it the first state to introduce such legislation in response to growing concerns about the impact of social media on the mental health of young people.
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60% Bias Score
Widespread PFAS Contamination Exceeds EU Limits in European Waters
European waters, particularly in the Netherlands (96% exceedance), Belgium, France, and Iceland (100% exceedance), show widespread PFAS contamination exceeding EU limits, posing health risks and hindering the 2027 goal of 'good chemical status'.
Widespread PFAS Contamination Exceeds EU Limits in European Waters
European waters, particularly in the Netherlands (96% exceedance), Belgium, France, and Iceland (100% exceedance), show widespread PFAS contamination exceeding EU limits, posing health risks and hindering the 2027 goal of 'good chemical status'.
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24% Bias Score
Wood Burning Surpasses Traffic as Major Air Pollution Source in Birmingham Study
A University of Birmingham study shows domestic wood burning contributes 25% of PM2.5 air pollution, surpassing road traffic's 22%, leading to an estimated 2,300 premature deaths annually in the West Midlands and prompting calls for stricter regulation or phasing out wood burners.
Wood Burning Surpasses Traffic as Major Air Pollution Source in Birmingham Study
A University of Birmingham study shows domestic wood burning contributes 25% of PM2.5 air pollution, surpassing road traffic's 22%, leading to an estimated 2,300 premature deaths annually in the West Midlands and prompting calls for stricter regulation or phasing out wood burners.
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56% Bias Score