Faris Tanyos
Faris Tanyos is a news editor for CBSNews.com, where he writes and edits stories and tracks breaking news. Faris started his journalism career as a production assistant and video news editor at KDRV-TV in Medford, Oregon, before transitioning into digital news producing. Before joining CBS News, he worked at local news stations up and down the West Coast, including KOIN-TV in Portland, KGTV in San Diego and CBS Los Angeles. Faris has an economics degree from Oregon State University and is based in San Diego. He can be reached at faris.tanyos@paramount.com.
Biography:
https://www.cbsnews.com/team/faris-tanyos/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
86%
Examples:
- The author has a tendency to present information in a neutral manner without any clear signs of favoritism or prejudice.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
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- There are no clear instances of conflicts of interest in the articles provided.
Contradictions
84%
Examples:
- In some cases, the author reports on events that have not yet been fully verified or confirmed.
- There are instances where the author reports contradictory information within the articles, such as conflicting details about the number of individuals involved in an incident or differing accounts of events.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- The author occasionally uses misleading language or presents information in a way that could be considered deceptive, such as using sensationalized headlines or highlighting certain details to create a specific narrative.
Recent Articles
Tropical Storm Beryl to Rapidly Intensify into Major Hurricane, Threatening Caribbean Windward Islands
Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024Tropical Storm Beryl, located in the Atlantic Ocean, is forecast to intensify into a major hurricane and bring destructive winds and storm surge to the Windward Islands. Hurricane watches have been issued for several Caribbean islands as Beryl strengthens. The NHC also monitors two other potential tropical systems and predicts an above-average Atlantic hurricane season with 17-25 named storms. 
Three Atlanta Police Officers Shot and Wounded in Capitol View Neighborhood: Suspect Dies During Encounter
Broke On: Saturday, 11 May 2024Three Atlanta police officers were shot and wounded during an encounter with an armed suspect on May 11, 2024. The suspect, who was also armed with a knife, died at the scene. Two officers underwent surgery for their injuries while the third received only minor treatment. All three are currently alive and stable. 
Powerball Jackpot Grows to $800 Million After No Winner in Saturday Night's Drawing
Broke On: Sunday, 24 March 2024Powerball's $800 million jackpot grows after no winner in Saturday night's drawing. The next draw is on Monday, March 25th with an estimated value of $384.8 million and a cash option available. Five players won at least $1 million by matching all five white balls drawn but none played the Power Play option to increase their winnings to $2 million. South Carolina Leads the Way in Women's NCAA Tournament as Caitlin Clark and LSU Look to Repeat
Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024The NCAA Women's Tournament is underway with 68 teams competing for the national championship. The top seeds include South Carolina and Iowa, while defending champions LSU are also in contention. With one 12-seed making it out of the first round in five out of six years, beware them as they could potentially upset any higher seeded team. 
Jay Leno Files for Conservatorship of Wife Mavis' Estate Amid Dementia Diagnosis
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 January 2024Jay Leno, a beloved comedian and television host, has filed for conservatorship of his wife Mavis' estate due to her dementia diagnosis. He seeks to be appointed as conservator to ensure she receives proper care after he passes away. 
Palestinian-American Teenager Fatally Shot by Israeli Troops in West Bank Clash
Broke On: Saturday, 20 January 2024On January 20th, a Palestinian-American teenager was fatally shot by Israeli troops during clashes in the West Bank. Tawfiq Hijazi sustained critical injuries and died at Palestine Medical Complex in Jerusalem after being hit with live ammunition while throwing stones along a highway near Ramallah. The Houthis: A Strategic Threat to America and the Global Economy
Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024The Houthis, a strategic threat to America and its allies, have been dismissed as a nuisance for decades but their recent attacks on Red Sea shipping lanes show that they pose a real danger. The civil war in Yemen has been ongoing with various factions vying for power and committing human rights abuses. The US should focus on finding a peaceful solution to the conflict while working with its allies to form a coalition of nations committed to protecting the Red Sea from terrorism and piracy. One Fatality in Oneonta House Explosion, Investigation Underway
Broke On: Saturday, 09 December 2023One person died in a house explosion in Oneonta, New York. New York State Electric & Gas personnel were on site responding to a reported gas odor prior to the explosion. The identity of the victim has not been disclosed. The cause of the explosion is currently under investigation. Residents are urged to avoid the area. Attempted Arson Thwarted at Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birth Home
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023A 26-year-old woman attempted to set fire to the birth home of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Atlanta. Bystanders, including two off-duty NYPD officers and two tourists from Utah, intervened and detained the woman until police arrived. The woman has been charged with criminal attempt to commit arson and criminal attempt to damage government property. The King Center confirmed that the arson attempt was unsuccessful and expressed gratitude to the interveners and law enforcement. Off-Duty Alaska Airlines Pilot Indicted on 84 Charges for Attempted Engine Shutdown Mid-Flight
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023Joseph David Emerson, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, has been indicted on 84 charges, including one count of endangering an aircraft and 83 counts of recklessly endangering another person. Emerson allegedly attempted to shut down the plane's engines mid-flight on a Horizon Air flight from Everett, Washington to San Francisco in October. Emerson was seen throwing his headset and grabbing the plane's engine shut-off handles, and also tried to activate the plane's emergency fire suppression system. Emerson attempted to open an emergency exit door while in handcuffs. Emerson claimed that he thought he was dreaming and was trying to wake up, and had been struggling with depression and had taken psychedelic mushrooms.
