TOI staff

TOI staff is a collective name for the journalists and writers at the Times of Israel, an online newspaper published in English, Arabic, French, and Chinese. The Times of Israel covers developments in Israel, the Middle East and around the Jewish world.

Biography:  https://www.timesofisrael.com/

94%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • In the article 'Netanyahu: Following war, everyone will have to answer for failures, including me', the author focuses more on Netanyahu's statements and less on the broader context of the conflict.
  • In the article 'Qatar positions itself as intermediary in Gaza war, even as leader blasts Israel', the author seems to portray Qatar's criticism of Israel in a negative light.
  • The article 'Macron Proposes International Coalition Against Hamas' seems to favor the Israeli perspective, with less emphasis on the Palestinian viewpoint.
  • The author often portrays Netanyahu in a negative light, as seen in the article 'Netanyahu sharply criticized for post blaming intelligence chiefs for Oct 7 failure'.
  • The author seems to favor Elon Musk's initiative in the article 'Musk offers Starlink internet for recognized aid organizations in Gaza', without presenting any potential drawbacks or criticisms.
  • The author uses the term 'far-left' to describe the protestors in the article 'Far-left protesters interrupt Congressional hearing on US military aid to Israel', which could be seen as a bias towards portraying them in a negative light.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

99%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Deceptions

99%

Examples:

  • The title of the article 'Netanyahu sharply criticized for post blaming intelligence chiefs for Oct 7 failure' suggests a strong bias against Netanyahu, but the article provides balanced views from different perspectives.

Recent Articles

Anti-War Protestors Interrupt Senate Hearing on U.S. Military Aid to Israel

Broke On: Tuesday, 15 February 2022 The Senate hearing on U.S. military aid to Israel was interrupted multiple times by anti-war protestors. The protestors were members of the far-left group Code Pink. The hearing was discussing the $3.8 billion in annual military aid that the U.S. provides to Israel.

Hostage Negotiations Stall Amid Hamas' Demand for Fuel Deliveries to Gaza

Broke On: Tuesday, 15 March 2022 Negotiations for the release of hostages held by Hamas have stalled due to the group's demand for fuel deliveries to Gaza. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed that the number of hostages held by Hamas has risen to 239. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not made a clear statement on Hamas' offer to exchange hostages.

Anti-Israeli Mob Storms Dagestan Airport Following Arrival of Tel Aviv Flight

Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023 An anti-Israeli mob stormed the Makhachkala airport in Dagestan, Russia, following the arrival of a flight from Tel Aviv, Israel. The Ukrainian leader expressed his dismay at the incident, stating that he was appalled by the riots.

Israel Initiates Ground Invasion in Gaza Following Intelligence Failure

Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023 An intelligence failure occurred in Israel on October 7, 2023, for which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been sharply criticized. In response to attacks from Hamas, Israel has initiated a ground invasion in Gaza on October 29, 2023.

Elon Musk Offers Starlink Internet Services to Aid Organizations in Gaza

Broke On: Saturday, 28 October 2023 Elon Musk has offered to provide Starlink internet services to recognized aid organizations in Gaza. The offer was made in response to a Twitter request from the director of the UNRWA, Matthias Schmale. Starlink is a satellite internet constellation being constructed by SpaceX.

Israel Prepares for Possible Ground Invasion of Gaza, Says Prime Minister Netanyahu

Broke On: Wednesday, 19 May 2021 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel is preparing for a possible ground invasion of Gaza. The decision is yet to be finalized by the Israeli cabinet. Netanyahu stated that the aim of the operation is to `exact the highest price` from Hamas. Netanyahu acknowledged that everyone, including himself, will have to answer for any failures that may occur during the war. The announcement comes amid escalating violence between Israel and Hamas, which has resulted in numerous casualties on both sides.

US, Saudi Arabia Discuss Conflict Prevention as Qatar Hopes for Hostage Breakthrough

Broke On: Wednesday, 25 October 2023 The United States and Saudi Arabia are discussing ways to prevent the expansion of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Qatar is positioning itself as a potential intermediary in the Gaza war. Qatar's Prime Minister has expressed hope for a breakthrough in the release of hostages soon. There are calls for Qatar to expel Hamas leaders, with suggestions that America should intervene if Qatar does not take action.

World Leaders Urge Israel to Minimize Civilian Casualties; Macron Proposes Coalition Against Hamas

Broke On: Tuesday, 15 February 2022 World leaders are pressuring Israel to minimize civilian casualties in its conflict with Gaza. French President Emmanuel Macron has proposed an international coalition against Hamas. Israeli President Isaac Herzog has stated that Israel is not seeking a war with Lebanon.