Jordan Valinsky

Jordan Valinsky is a breaking news writer for CNN Business. He has held various writing positions at PACIFIC, CNN MoneyStream, Digiday, New York Observer's Betabeat, Vice Motherboard and The Daily Dot. Valinsky graduated from Ohio University with a degree in online journalism and currently lives in New York City.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/jordan-valinsky

87%

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 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

95%

Examples:

  • The author has a high overall bias score due to the use of multiple sources and minimal personal opinions in the articles provided.
  • The author tends to present factual information without adding their own interpretations or opinions.

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

  • The author appears to maintain a neutral and objective stance in their reporting.
  • There are no clear conflicts of interest identified in the articles provided.

Contradictions

90%

Examples:

  • However, these discrepancies do not significantly impact the overall accuracy of the information presented.
  • There are minor contradictions in some of the articles, such as information about Redbox Entertainment's bankruptcy and the closure of Hooters restaurants.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • However, these examples are few and far between, and the author does not actively engage in deceptive behavior.
  • There are some instances of deceptive practices mentioned in the articles, such as Panera's removal of Charged Lemonade due to controversies and the potential manipulation of Wendy's menu prices.

Recent Articles

Redbox Parent Company Files for Bankruptcy: Impact on DVD Rentals and Employees

Redbox Parent Company Files for Bankruptcy: Impact on DVD Rentals and Employees

Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, parent company of DVD rental service Redbox, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection due to financial difficulties including missed payments to vendors and filmmakers. The filing comes after employees went without payroll for over a week and medical benefits were suspended. It is unclear how this will impact Redbox's operations or its customers.
New York Times' Strands: A Fresh Twist on Word Searches with Millions of Players

New York Times' Strands: A Fresh Twist on Word Searches with Millions of Players

Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 New word search game Strands, from The New York Times, officially launched on iOS and Android. With unique twist of finding theme words and spangrams that connect, it attracted millions during beta testing. Strands challenges players to find commonality between words and offers hints for three non-theme finds. Players can connect letters vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. Developed by award-winning puzzle creators Tracy Bennett and Jonathan Knight, Strands is the third most searched game on The New York Times with an 81% completion rate.
Hooters Closes Dozens of Underperforming Stores Amidst Market Challenges

Hooters Closes Dozens of Underperforming Stores Amidst Market Challenges

Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024 Hooters closes dozens of underperforming stores in the US, affecting locations in Florida, Texas, Kentucky, and Virginia. The company had 293 restaurants by the end of 2023, a decline from 333 locations in 2018. Other restaurant chains like Red Lobster and Applebee's also face challenges with closures.
McDonald's Introduces New Value Meals: $5/$6 Deal with McDouble or McChicken, Fries, and Nuggets or Exclusive Local Offers

McDonald's Introduces New Value Meals: $5/$6 Deal with McDouble or McChicken, Fries, and Nuggets or Exclusive Local Offers

Broke On: Sunday, 25 June 2023 Starting June 25, 2023, McDonald's offers new value meals with a choice between McDouble or McChicken sandwich, small fries, and 4-piece Chicken McNuggets for $5 or $6. Some locations have exclusive deals like buy-one-get-one breakfast sandwiches in Memphis and a McChicken and McDouble mix-and-match deal in Western New York. McDonald's President Joe Erlinger emphasizes delivering affordable options to customers amid high dining costs and inflation pressures, with app users enjoying Free Fries Friday promotion until the end of 2024.
Pittsburgh's Red Lobster on List of Potential Closures in Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh's Red Lobster on List of Potential Closures in Pennsylvania

Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 Red Lobster in Pittsburgh is among several locations in Pennsylvania that may close following the company's bankruptcy. The restaurant chain, which has over $1 billion in debt and less than $30 million in cash on hand, plans to sell its business to its lenders and close some of its nearly 600 restaurants as part of the deal.
Walgreens Joins Competitors in Cutting Prices on 1,500 Items Amidst Consumer Struggles with Inflation

Walgreens Joins Competitors in Cutting Prices on 1,500 Items Amidst Consumer Struggles with Inflation

Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 Walgreens reduces prices on over 1,500 items in response to inflation and consumer pressure, following competitors like Target, Walmart, and Amazon. Essentials such as One A Day gummy vitamins and Nice! sour cream potato chips see price drops.
Target Announces Price Cuts on 5,000 Everyday Items Ahead of Q1 Earnings Report Amid Inflation

Target Announces Price Cuts on 5,000 Everyday Items Ahead of Q1 Earnings Report Amid Inflation

Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 Target Corporation, based in Minneapolis, reports first quarter earnings on May 22, 2024. Amid inflation pressures and consumer pullback on spending, Target announces price cuts on over 5,000 everyday items including milk, fresh fruit, diapers, pet food and more. Sales are anticipated to range from flat to up 2%, with adjusted earnings per share between $8.60 and $9.60 for the full year.
Caitlin Clark Makes History: First Female Athlete with Wilson Sporting Goods Collection Since Michael Jordan

Caitlin Clark Makes History: First Female Athlete with Wilson Sporting Goods Collection Since Michael Jordan

Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 Caitlin Clark, the first pick in the 2024 WNBA draft and a rookie for the Indiana Fever, has made history by signing a multiyear partnership with Wilson Sporting Goods Co. She is now the first female athlete to have her own collection with Wilson since Michael Jordan's collection in the 1980s. Clark will provide feedback on basketball products and release new collections, including a limited edition of gold-colored basketballs featuring her signature. Known for celebrating iconic moments and trailblazers, Wilson continues this tradition by partnering with Clark.
Apple Retail Employees in Towson, MD Vote to Authorize Strike: IAM Union Announces Decision Amid Ongoing Negotiations with Apple

Apple Retail Employees in Towson, MD Vote to Authorize Strike: IAM Union Announces Decision Amid Ongoing Negotiations with Apple

Broke On: Sunday, 12 May 2024 Apple retail employees at the Towson, MD store, represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), have authorized a strike due to unresolved issues such as work-life balance, scheduling practices, wages, and alleged illegal behavior. Negotiations with Apple have been ongoing since January 2023. The Towson store was the first Apple retail location to unionize in 2022.
Target Limits Sales of Pride Merchandise Amidst Backlash and Controversy

Target Limits Sales of Pride Merchandise Amidst Backlash and Controversy

Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024 Target faces backlash again for limiting Pride merchandise sales, following controversy over 'tuck-friendly' swimsuit last year. The retailer faced criticism and boycotts, leading to a decrease in sales during Pride month but still reported a net income of $1.38 billion. Other retailers like Disney and Best Buy have also faced similar controversies amidst cultural backlash against the LGBTQ community.