Frances Vinall
Frances Vinall is a global breaking news reporter based in Seoul. She previously reported for The Washington Post from Australia, her home country. Before joining The Post, she covered the Melbourne courts for NCA Newswire and worked as a newspaper reporter in Tasmania and the Snowy Mountains. Frances has a BA in Journalism from Monash University. emailrssShare confidential news tips with The Post Latest from Frances Vinall
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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
88%
Examples:
- The author occasionally uses language that dehumanizes those who hold certain beliefs about sexual health clinics.
- There are instances where the author's use of statistics to support the need for better access to testing is used as a justification for government funding in countries with publicly funded healthcare systems.
Conflicts of Interest
69%
Examples:
- In one article, the author mentions her previous reporting experience in Australia but does not disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to that experience.
- There are no clear conflicts of interest reported.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- In one article, the number of valid signatures was reduced to 87,382 from over 100,000.
- The reported deaths in Illinois and New Jersey from a listeria outbreak linked to deli meat contradicts other sources stating 23 hikers presumed dead after an Indonesian volcano eruption.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- An article mentions that Skylar Meade and Umphenour are members of Aryan Knights prison gang based in Idaho without providing any context on what this means for them being involved in a crime together. This is deceptive because it implies that their membership in the gang has no relevance to their involvement in the ambush, which may not be true.
- The article about a pair of men killed with handcuffs found at one of their murder scenes implies that the homicides had nothing to do with them, which may not be true.
- The title of an article about hermit crabs using trash for shells implies that plastic can be dangerous for hermit crabs. However, the author does not provide any evidence or expert opinion to support this claim.
Recent Articles
Thousands Evacuated from Jasper National Park and Fort McMurray as Wildfires Rage in Canada
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024Thousands evacuated from Jasper National Park and Fort McMurray due to wildfires in Canada, causing billions in damage and renewing fears of a severe wildfire season. The Semo Complex fire in Alberta has burned over 96,000 acres and is classified as 'out of control'. Smoke from the fires reached cities in the US, including Detroit. 
Two Dead, 28 Hospitalized in Nationwide Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meats: CDC Investigates
Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024Two people have died and at least 28 were hospitalized due to a listeria outbreak linked to deli meats in 12 states. Many sick individuals may not have sought medical care or their illnesses may not yet be connected with the investigation. The CDC is investigating which specific products may have been contaminated, and advises pregnant people, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems to avoid deli meat unless it has been reheated until steaming hot. Two Dead, Dozens Hospitalized in Nationwide Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meat
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024At least two people have died and over two dozen were hospitalized in a listeria outbreak linked to deli-sliced meat across the US, with the largest number of cases reported in New York and Maryland. Many affected individuals reported eating deli-sliced turkey, liverwurst, and ham. The CDC advises reheating deli meats to kill any potential Listeria bacteria and is investigating ongoing outbreaks. Arkansas Rejects Abortion-Rights Ballot Measure, Sparking Controversy
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Arkansas officials rejected abortion-rights ballot measure petitions, citing missing statements regarding paid signature gatherers. The proposed constitutional amendment aimed to bar laws banning abortion in the first 20 weeks of gestation with exceptions. Organizers submitted over 101,000 signatures but fell short of the required amount with approximately 87,382 valid signatures. The rejection came after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling removed the nationwide right to abortion and sparked a national push for state-level decisions on the issue. 
New Discoveries Reveal Compassionate Side of Neanderthals: Care for a Child with Down Syndrome 273,000 Years Ago
Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024A Neanderthal child with Down syndrome, named Tina, lived to age 6 despite severe hearing loss and imbalance problems in Spain 273,000 years ago. Researchers discovered abnormalities associated with Down syndrome from her inner ear reconstruction. The demanding lifestyle of Neanderthals suggests they provided extensive care based on altruism rather than reciprocation. 
Chimpanzees in Uganda Use Medicinal Plants: A New Study Reveals the Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory Properties of Their Self-medication Practices
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Chimpanzees in Uganda's forests have been observed self-medicating with plants containing antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, according to a study published in PLOS One. Researchers from the University of Oxford monitored 51 chimpanzees over four years and found that 88% of the plant extracts inhibited bacterial growth, while 33% had anti-inflammatory properties. The findings could aid in developing new medicines for chronic inflammatory diseases and antibiotic-resistant bacteria. However, the researchers emphasized the urgent need to preserve these forest pharmacies for future generations. 
Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer': $170 Million Lawsuit Filed Over Alleged Defamation in Dark Comedy Series
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024Fiona Harvey files a $170 million defamation lawsuit against Netflix and comedian Richard Gadd over the portrayal of her alleged identity in the Netflix series 'Baby Reindeer', inspired by Gadd's experiences with stalking and sexual assault. Harvey denies being a convicted stalker or having pleaded guilty to any crime, while Netflix intends to defend the matter vigorously and stand by Gadd's right to tell his story. Idaho Department of Correction Captures Escaped White Supremacist Prisoner and Accomplice After Violent Prison Break
Broke On: Friday, 22 March 2024Idaho Department of Correction captures escaped white supremacist prisoner Skylar Meade and his accomplice after a violent prison break. Meade, serving a 20-year sentence for shooting at sheriff's sergeant during chase, was arrested with alleged gunman Nicholas Umpehnour who shot two corrections officers at Boise Hospital where Meade escaped. UK Installs STI and HIV Kits in Vending Machines for Anonymous Testing
Broke On: Wednesday, 07 February 2024UK vending machines now offer STI and HIV kits for anonymous testing, addressing barriers such as doctor visits, clinic stigma, and low awareness of testing options. Hermit Crabs Adopt Plastic Waste as Shells, Study Finds
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024Hermit crabs are using plastic waste as shells, with up to 85% of artificial shells used by land hermit crab species worldwide being made from plastic caps.
