FDA Proposes New Front-of-Package Nutrition Labels for Healthier Choices
The FDA proposed a new rule requiring front-of-package labels on packaged food and drinks to display saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar levels by 2028, aiming to improve consumer health choices by increasing transparency and addressing misleading health claims, with manufacturers having three ye...
FDA Proposes New Front-of-Package Nutrition Labels for Healthier Choices
The FDA proposed a new rule requiring front-of-package labels on packaged food and drinks to display saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar levels by 2028, aiming to improve consumer health choices by increasing transparency and addressing misleading health claims, with manufacturers having three ye...
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40% Bias Score
France's Population Growth Slows Amidst Aging Population and Record Low Fertility
France's population reached 68.6 million in 2024, a 0.25% increase driven by high life expectancy despite a 1.1% rise in mortality and a record low fertility rate of 1.62 children per woman, the lowest since World War II.
France's Population Growth Slows Amidst Aging Population and Record Low Fertility
France's population reached 68.6 million in 2024, a 0.25% increase driven by high life expectancy despite a 1.1% rise in mortality and a record low fertility rate of 1.62 children per woman, the lowest since World War II.
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24% Bias Score
EU President's Hospitalization Sparks Transparency Concerns
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Germany for over a week with severe pneumonia, a fact initially withheld from journalists, causing a controversy over transparency and eroding trust in the Commission's communication.
EU President's Hospitalization Sparks Transparency Concerns
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Germany for over a week with severe pneumonia, a fact initially withheld from journalists, causing a controversy over transparency and eroding trust in the Commission's communication.
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56% Bias Score
Netherlands Implements FMD Restrictions After German Outbreak
Following a foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak in Germany affecting 3600 calves recently imported into the Netherlands, the Dutch government implemented restrictions including an export ban on veal calves (except for slaughter), hygiene protocols for transport, and visitation bans to prevent an o...
Netherlands Implements FMD Restrictions After German Outbreak
Following a foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak in Germany affecting 3600 calves recently imported into the Netherlands, the Dutch government implemented restrictions including an export ban on veal calves (except for slaughter), hygiene protocols for transport, and visitation bans to prevent an o...
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32% Bias Score
Smartwatch AFib Detection: Anxiety and Treatment Implications
A study found that while smartwatches can detect atrial fibrillation (AFib), they may also cause anxiety in some users, highlighting the need for careful consideration and communication with cardiologists. Researchers are exploring whether blood thinners should be prescribed only for a month after a...
Smartwatch AFib Detection: Anxiety and Treatment Implications
A study found that while smartwatches can detect atrial fibrillation (AFib), they may also cause anxiety in some users, highlighting the need for careful consideration and communication with cardiologists. Researchers are exploring whether blood thinners should be prescribed only for a month after a...
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36% Bias Score
EU Commission President Hospitalized for Pneumonia, Transparency Concerns Raised
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Hannover, Germany, from January 2nd to 12th for severe pneumonia; the Commission initially downplayed the severity of her illness, leading to criticism and a breakdown of trust with journalists.
EU Commission President Hospitalized for Pneumonia, Transparency Concerns Raised
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Hannover, Germany, from January 2nd to 12th for severe pneumonia; the Commission initially downplayed the severity of her illness, leading to criticism and a breakdown of trust with journalists.
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60% Bias Score
Princess Catherine's Cancer in Remission
Catherine, Princess of Wales, announced her cancer is in remission after undergoing chemotherapy, sharing her experience and thanking medical staff at the Royal Marsden Hospital, where she and Prince William are now joint patrons.
Princess Catherine's Cancer in Remission
Catherine, Princess of Wales, announced her cancer is in remission after undergoing chemotherapy, sharing her experience and thanking medical staff at the Royal Marsden Hospital, where she and Prince William are now joint patrons.
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24% Bias Score
Avian Flu Causes Widespread US Egg Shortages, Prices Soar
Avian influenza killed 17.2 million egg-laying hens in November and December 2024, causing widespread egg shortages across the US and a 25% price increase in December alone, with the situation expected to last six to nine months.
Avian Flu Causes Widespread US Egg Shortages, Prices Soar
Avian influenza killed 17.2 million egg-laying hens in November and December 2024, causing widespread egg shortages across the US and a 25% price increase in December alone, with the situation expected to last six to nine months.
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28% Bias Score
Von der Leyen's Hospitalization Sparks Transparency Concerns Within EU Commission
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Germany from January 2nd to 12th for severe pneumonia; the Commission initially downplayed the severity of her illness, leading to criticism for a lack of transparency and a breach of trust with journalists.
Von der Leyen's Hospitalization Sparks Transparency Concerns Within EU Commission
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was hospitalized in Germany from January 2nd to 12th for severe pneumonia; the Commission initially downplayed the severity of her illness, leading to criticism for a lack of transparency and a breach of trust with journalists.
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56% Bias Score
UK Bans German Animal Imports Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak
The UK banned imports of cattle, pigs, and sheep from Germany due to a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Brandenburg, while Mexico and South Korea banned German pork; a three-kilometer protection zone was established around the affected farm in Hönow, and the Brandenburg Ministry of Agriculture rep...
UK Bans German Animal Imports Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak
The UK banned imports of cattle, pigs, and sheep from Germany due to a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Brandenburg, while Mexico and South Korea banned German pork; a three-kilometer protection zone was established around the affected farm in Hönow, and the Brandenburg Ministry of Agriculture rep...
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36% Bias Score
French Program Tackles High Mortality Rate Among Released Prisoners with Mental Health Issues
The Emot team in Lille, France, a multidisciplinary program, addresses the high mortality rate among released prisoners with mental health issues by providing six months of care, including psychiatric treatment, social, and administrative support, highlighting the significant need for improved post-...
French Program Tackles High Mortality Rate Among Released Prisoners with Mental Health Issues
The Emot team in Lille, France, a multidisciplinary program, addresses the high mortality rate among released prisoners with mental health issues by providing six months of care, including psychiatric treatment, social, and administrative support, highlighting the significant need for improved post-...
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28% Bias Score
Dm to Sell Pharmacy-Only Medications Online Amidst German Pharmacy Decline
German drugstore chain dm will start selling non-prescription, pharmacy-only medications online due to a decreasing number of pharmacies in Germany (17,041 in 2023, lowest since 1978), rising healthcare costs, and anticipated regulatory changes. Dm aims to improve access to affordable healthcare pro...
Dm to Sell Pharmacy-Only Medications Online Amidst German Pharmacy Decline
German drugstore chain dm will start selling non-prescription, pharmacy-only medications online due to a decreasing number of pharmacies in Germany (17,041 in 2023, lowest since 1978), rising healthcare costs, and anticipated regulatory changes. Dm aims to improve access to affordable healthcare pro...
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40% Bias Score