Rebecca Falconer
Rebecca Falconer is a newsdesk reporter and editor for Axios covering breaking news and trending stories. She is based in New Zealand. emailrebecca.falconer@axios.com
Biography:
https://www.axios.com/authors/rfalconer
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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:
- However, there are instances where the author seems to lean towards a critical tone when reporting on certain topics such as Trump.
- The articles consistently present a balanced and unbiased view of the subjects.
Conflicts of Interest
51%
Examples:
- There are few instances where the author has a potential conflict of interest.
- These conflicts are generally minor and do not significantly impact the overall accuracy of the reporting.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- The contradictions that do occur are mostly related to specific details such as numbers of people affected or amounts of money involved.
- There are some contradictions in the articles, but they are generally minor and do not significantly impact the overall accuracy of the reporting.
Deceptions
53%
Examples:
- However, these instances are relatively rare and do not significantly impact the overall accuracy of the reporting.
- The articles occasionally use sensationalist language or present one-sided views.
Recent Articles
Record-Breaking Floods in Sioux City and Midwest: Evacuations, Damage, and Climate Change
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024Historic flooding in Sioux City, Iowa, and the Midwest forces evacuations and causes significant damage. The Big Sioux River reaches record-breaking levels of 44.25 feet, with the Missouri River predicted to crest at 31.1 feet on Monday. Nine people rescued in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and at least 13 rivers flooded in northwest Iowa. Governors declare emergencies as flood warnings and watches issued for several states. 
Baltimore's Port Reopens After Record-Breaking Eleven-Week Cleanup Following Dali Container Ship Crash
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024After a container ship crash caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, disrupting Baltimore's busy port and causing a $1.2 billion economic impact, authorities managed to fully reopen the main shipping channel in just eleven weeks. The Army Corps of Engineers and other agencies worked tirelessly to remove debris from the channel and restore it to its original width and depth. 
12-Year-Old Bruhat Soma Sets Record with 29 Correct Words in Scripps National Spelling Bee Spell-Off
Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 202412-year-old Bruhat Soma clinched the Scripps National Spelling Bee title in a record-breaking tiebreaker round, setting an impressive record with 29 correct words. The Tampa Bay seventh-grader faced tough competition and prepared extensively for the spell-off. His winning word was 'abseil', and he received over $50,000 in cash and prizes. 
US Lawmakers Visit Taiwan Amidst Escalating Tensions and Chinese Military Drills: A Look at the Events Leading Up to This Point
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024US lawmakers' visit to Taiwan amidst China's largest military drills in over a year heightens tensions between the self-governing democracy and Beijing. The Chinese Communist Party views Taiwan as its territory and has threatened military action if necessary. In response, US lawmakers led by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul visited Taiwan, vowing to bolster its defense with weapons deliveries. China conducted military drills around the island in opposition to the visit and warned American lawmakers against supporting Taiwan independence forces. The situation remains tense due to Taiwan's critical role in advanced semiconductor manufacturing, with approximately 90% of such manufacturing taking place on the island. 
Chase Oliver Secures Libertarian Party's Presidential Nomination, Unifying Young Voters Amidst Controversy
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024Chase Oliver, who earned over 2% of votes in the 2022 Georgia Senate race, was unexpectedly chosen as the Libertarian Party's presidential nominee on May 26, 2024. His campaign targeted young voters disgruntled about the Israel-Hamas conflict on college campuses and social media platforms. Trump and Kennedy Jr., who missed qualifying paperwork, expressed disappointment but called for unity among independents and third parties. 
Thousands Evacuated as Over 130 Wildfires Burn in BC and Alberta, Canada
Broke On: Monday, 13 May 2024Thousands evacuated in Canada as wildfires rage, filling skies with smoke; BC and Alberta hit hardest, climate change a factor, air quality alerts issued in US states. 
Barron Trump Makes Political Debut as Florida Delegate at Republican National Convention
Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024Former President Donald Trump's youngest son, Barron Trump, makes his political debut as a Florida delegate at the Republican National Convention (RNC) in July. The 18-year-old high school graduate joins siblings Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Tiffany Trump as Florida's at-large delegates. Barron will graduate from high school before attending the RNC, where the family will officially place Donald Trump's name in nomination for the Republican Party's presidential ticket. 
Tara VanDerveer Retires as Stanford Basketball Coach After 45 Years and Most Wins in NCAA History
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 April 2024Tara VanDerveer, the winningest basketball coach in NCAA history with 1304 wins, announced her retirement after 45 years of coaching at Stanford University. Her announcement came a day after she surpassed Mike Krzyzewski for the most wins as a college basketball coach. 
Elon Musk Investigated for Defamation and Obstruction in Brazil
Broke On: Monday, 08 April 2024Elon Musk is being investigated in Brazil for spreading defamatory fake news and threats against the Supreme Court. The investigation, led by Justice Alexandre de Moraes, will look into whether Musk intentionally used X as part of an investigation into a network known as digital militias who allegedly spread false information and threats against Supreme Court justices. 
New Evidence Links Havana Syndrome to Russia's GRU Unit 29155
Broke On: Monday, 01 April 2024A joint investigation by CBS News, The Insider and Der Spiegel has linked Havana Syndrome to Russia's GRU Unit 29155. White House staff, CIA officers, FBI agents, military officers and their families have reported being wounded by a secret weapon firing high-energy beams of microwaves or ultrasound. The investigation was led by Greg Edgreen who believes U.S officials are being attacked by Russia and that the official threshold to prove it was set impossibly high.