Hoax Scientific Articles Expose Predatory Journals
Canadian biologist Zen Faulkes analyzed 27 hoax scientific articles published between 2009 and 2020, highlighting the problem of predatory journals that prioritize profit over quality control, exemplified by a 2014 hoax published in the International Journal of Advanced Computer Technology consistin...
Hoax Scientific Articles Expose Predatory Journals
Canadian biologist Zen Faulkes analyzed 27 hoax scientific articles published between 2009 and 2020, highlighting the problem of predatory journals that prioritize profit over quality control, exemplified by a 2014 hoax published in the International Journal of Advanced Computer Technology consistin...
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36% Bias Score
Pre-conception Genetic Testing: Potential to Reduce Severe Genetic Diseases in France
In France, 15,000-20,000 new cases of severe genetic diseases are diagnosed yearly, impacting 2-3% of the population. An Australian study showed pre-conception genetic testing identified 2% of 9,100 couples at risk, with 75% using this information for prenatal or preimplantation diagnosis, suggestin...
Pre-conception Genetic Testing: Potential to Reduce Severe Genetic Diseases in France
In France, 15,000-20,000 new cases of severe genetic diseases are diagnosed yearly, impacting 2-3% of the population. An Australian study showed pre-conception genetic testing identified 2% of 9,100 couples at risk, with 75% using this information for prenatal or preimplantation diagnosis, suggestin...
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40% Bias Score
Heilongjiang's Record Grain Harvest Bolsters China's Food Security
Heilongjiang Province in Northeast China, known as the country's "grain barn," produced a record-breaking 80 billion kg of grain in 2023, exceeding expectations despite extreme weather challenges, and attributed to advancements in seed technology, modern farming techniques, and disaster relief.
Heilongjiang's Record Grain Harvest Bolsters China's Food Security
Heilongjiang Province in Northeast China, known as the country's "grain barn," produced a record-breaking 80 billion kg of grain in 2023, exceeding expectations despite extreme weather challenges, and attributed to advancements in seed technology, modern farming techniques, and disaster relief.
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48% Bias Score
Sydney Playground Temperatures Reach Dangerous Levels Amid Climate Change Concerns
On a seemingly moderate Sydney day, playground surface temperatures reached 98°F, posing a burn risk to children; research shows this is linked to climate change and necessitates urban adaptation strategies.
Sydney Playground Temperatures Reach Dangerous Levels Amid Climate Change Concerns
On a seemingly moderate Sydney day, playground surface temperatures reached 98°F, posing a burn risk to children; research shows this is linked to climate change and necessitates urban adaptation strategies.
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20% Bias Score
Avian Flu: US Egg Shortage and Pandemic Preparedness
Avian flu, causing a US egg shortage impacting vaccine production, has seen mammal-to-mammal transmission in cows leading to mild human infections; however, a single mutation could make it easily transmissible between humans.
Avian Flu: US Egg Shortage and Pandemic Preparedness
Avian flu, causing a US egg shortage impacting vaccine production, has seen mammal-to-mammal transmission in cows leading to mild human infections; however, a single mutation could make it easily transmissible between humans.
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40% Bias Score
Extreme Heat Linked to Accelerated Molecular Aging in USC Study
A University of Southern California study, presented at the American Gerontological Society's meeting, reveals a link between prolonged exposure to extreme heat and accelerated molecular aging in over 3,000 participants aged 56 and older, with a 10% increase in hot days correlating to a 0.12-year in...
Extreme Heat Linked to Accelerated Molecular Aging in USC Study
A University of Southern California study, presented at the American Gerontological Society's meeting, reveals a link between prolonged exposure to extreme heat and accelerated molecular aging in over 3,000 participants aged 56 and older, with a 10% increase in hot days correlating to a 0.12-year in...
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16% Bias Score
Chernobyl Fungus Converts Radiation into Energy, Offering Breakthrough for Space Travel and Waste Cleanup
Cladosporium sphaerospermum, a black fungus found thriving in Chernobyl's reactor, uses melanin to convert gamma radiation into energy through radiosynthesis; this discovery could revolutionize radiation shielding for space travel and radioactive waste cleanup.
Chernobyl Fungus Converts Radiation into Energy, Offering Breakthrough for Space Travel and Waste Cleanup
Cladosporium sphaerospermum, a black fungus found thriving in Chernobyl's reactor, uses melanin to convert gamma radiation into energy through radiosynthesis; this discovery could revolutionize radiation shielding for space travel and radioactive waste cleanup.
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48% Bias Score
Finnish Volunteers Combat Climate Change to Save Endangered Saimaa Ringed Seals
To combat the effects of climate change on the endangered Saimaa ringed seal, 300 volunteers in Finland build artificial snowdrifts, resulting in the seal population growing to 495 from fewer than 200 in the late 1980s, with over 300 pups born in these artificial shelters since 2014.
Finnish Volunteers Combat Climate Change to Save Endangered Saimaa Ringed Seals
To combat the effects of climate change on the endangered Saimaa ringed seal, 300 volunteers in Finland build artificial snowdrifts, resulting in the seal population growing to 495 from fewer than 200 in the late 1980s, with over 300 pups born in these artificial shelters since 2014.
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36% Bias Score
Trump Administration's Anti-Science Stance Casts Shadow Over AGU Meeting
The 2023 AGU meeting, attracting a record 31,000 attendees, was overshadowed by widespread anxiety among US scientists over the incoming Trump administration's hostility toward climate science, potential funding cuts, and the declining public trust in science, particularly among Republicans.
Trump Administration's Anti-Science Stance Casts Shadow Over AGU Meeting
The 2023 AGU meeting, attracting a record 31,000 attendees, was overshadowed by widespread anxiety among US scientists over the incoming Trump administration's hostility toward climate science, potential funding cuts, and the declining public trust in science, particularly among Republicans.
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48% Bias Score
Infini Resources to Drill High-Grade Uranium Anomaly in Newfoundland
Infini Resources received approval to begin a diamond drilling program at its Portland Creek uranium project in Newfoundland, Canada, starting in late January, to investigate highly anomalous soil samples with up to 7.5% uranium oxide across a 1.25km trend and associated structures.
Infini Resources to Drill High-Grade Uranium Anomaly in Newfoundland
Infini Resources received approval to begin a diamond drilling program at its Portland Creek uranium project in Newfoundland, Canada, starting in late January, to investigate highly anomalous soil samples with up to 7.5% uranium oxide across a 1.25km trend and associated structures.
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44% Bias Score
Oldest Known Christian Inscription Found in Germany
A 1,800-year-old silver amulet found in Frankfurt, Germany, contains the oldest known Christian inscription north of the Alps, dating to 230-270 AD, mentioning Jesus Christ and Saint Titus, and challenging previous historical timelines.
Oldest Known Christian Inscription Found in Germany
A 1,800-year-old silver amulet found in Frankfurt, Germany, contains the oldest known Christian inscription north of the Alps, dating to 230-270 AD, mentioning Jesus Christ and Saint Titus, and challenging previous historical timelines.
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48% Bias Score
Early-Onset Bowel Cancer Rising Globally
Globally, bowel cancer cases are rising among younger adults, with countries like New Zealand (3.97% annual increase), England (3.59%), and Puerto Rico (3.81%) showing significant increases between 2013 and 2017, linked to lifestyle and dietary shifts.
Early-Onset Bowel Cancer Rising Globally
Globally, bowel cancer cases are rising among younger adults, with countries like New Zealand (3.97% annual increase), England (3.59%), and Puerto Rico (3.81%) showing significant increases between 2013 and 2017, linked to lifestyle and dietary shifts.
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0% Bias Score