Jacob Knutson
Jacob Knutson is a newsdesk reporter for Axios covering breaking news. He has a tendency to use language that dehumanizes and demonizes those who hold extremist views, as well as religious bias. Jacob has a conflict of interest as he covers breaking news for Axios and maintains a personal Twitter account. He has been known to use deceptive practices in his reporting, such as misrepresenting the number of prisoners exchanged between Russia and Ukraine, and implying that a specific event may mark the start of for-profit moon exploration. Despite these issues, Jacob provides unique summaries of the articles he covers and maintains a high level of readability in his writing.
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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
85%
Examples:
- The author has a tendency to use language that dehumanizes and demonizes those who hold extremist views, as well as religious bias.
Conflicts of Interest
76%
Examples:
- However, there were instances where conflicts of interest were not significant or impactful.
- There are instances where the author has a conflict of interest, such as covering breaking news for Axios and having a personal Twitter account.
Contradictions
90%
Examples:
- Contradictions found in articles include: missing bolts likely contributed to the door plug accident, Elon Musk allegedly asking woman to have his babies during exit negotiations in 2013, and Russia and Ukraine exchanged hundreds of prisoners of war on Wednesday.
- However, there were instances where contradictions were not major or significant.
Deceptions
70%
Examples:
- However, there were instances where deception was not significant or impactful.
- The author has used deceptive practices such as misrepresenting the number of prisoners exchanged between Russia and Ukraine, and implying that a specific event may mark the start of for-profit moon exploration.
Recent Articles
Two Union Soldiers Posthumously Receive Medal of Honor for Heroism in The Great Locomotive Chase of 1862
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024On July 3, 2024, President Joe Biden posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor to Pvt. Philip G. Shadrach and Pvt. George D. Wilson for their acts of gallantry during the Great Locomotive Chase in 1862, a daring Union operation that involved hijacking a train to degrade Confederate railway and communication lines. 
China's Chang'e 6 Probe Brings First Samples from Far Side of the Moon to Earth
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024China's Chang'e 6 probe made history on June 25, 2024, by bringing the first samples from the far side of the moon back to Earth. The lunar mission touched down in April and spent over a month collecting samples before returning, providing valuable insights into the geological differences between the moon's sides. 
Former SpaceX Employees Sue Elon Musk for Sexual Harassment and Retaliation: Allegations of Hostile Work Environment, Inappropriate Behavior, and Terminations
Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024Multiple former SpaceX employees have filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk for sexual harassment and retaliation, alleging a hostile work environment with explicit content and terminations in retaliation. The lawsuit also includes claims of unwanted advances by Musk towards employees. 
Boeing Faces FAA Deadline to Present Safety Improvement Plan After Mid-Air Incident
Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024Boeing faces FAA deadline on March 25th, 2023, to present a safety improvement plan following a mid-air incident involving an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 in January. The FAA discovered bolts not installed correctly before delivery and raised concerns about Boeing's manufacturing processes. CEO Dave Calhoun and executives meet the FAA to present solutions. 
Five American Tourists Detained in Turks and Caicos for Unintentional Possession of Ammunition: Lawmakers Urge for Their Release
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024Five American travelers, including Sen. John Fetterman's delegation from Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, Virginia, and Texas, were detained in Turks and Caicos for unknowingly carrying ammunition. They face substantial prison time due to strict firearms laws and lack of leniency from officials. The U.S. State Department advises travelers to carefully check luggage before departing. 
Ukraine's Zelenskyy Urges Western Allies for More Direct Action Against Russia
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urges Western allies for more decisive action against Russian aggression, proposing NATO intervention and use of Western weapons. Frustrated by slow decision-making, he emphasizes the need for robust military support to defend Ukrainian territory. 
NAIA Bans Transgender Women from Competing in Women's Sports
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 April 2024The NAIA has banned transgender women from competing in women's sports at its 241 mostly small colleges across the country. The policy states that only students whose biological sex is female may participate in NAIA-sponsored female sports, while transgender men and boys can participate on women's teams without limitation if they were assigned male at birth and have not begun hormone therapy. U.S Embassy Warns American Citizens of Imminent Terrorist Attack in Moscow
Broke On: Friday, 08 March 2024The U.S Embassy in Moscow issued a security alert warning American citizens to avoid large gatherings on Friday and Saturday due to heightened fears of an imminent terrorist attack by extremists. The embassy stated that it was monitoring reports that extremists have plans to target concerts and other large gatherings in Moscow within the next 48 hours, but did not elaborate on who or what poses the threat. It is important for American citizens to be aware of their surroundings and monitor local media for updates. Boeing's 737 MAX Program Head Resigns After Emergency Blowout Reveals Quality Control Issues
Broke On: Wednesday, 21 February 2024Boeing's 737 MAX program head Ed Clark has resigned after an emergency blowout involving one of the aircraft during a flight in Portland, Oregon. Inspections revealed quality control issues such as missing bolts on several aircraft. 
Private Moon Landing: Intuitive Machines' Odysseus Takes Off Early Wednesday
Broke On: Tuesday, 13 February 2024NASA's Artemis program is off to a rocky start with two failed private landings in January. Intuitive Machines, based in Houston, plans to launch its spacecraft Odysseus on Wednesday for the first landing by a private company and potentially marking an era of commercial moon exploration.
