Jess Thomson
Jess Thomson is a science reporter based in New York City. She has a degree in environmental science from the University of California, Santa Cruz and has written for various publications including Newsweek, Live Science, and Mashable. Her reporting focuses on space, Earth sciences and the environment. In her free time she enjoys hiking with her dog and exploring new cities.
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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
70%
Examples:
- Jess Thomson appears to have a strong understanding of the scientific concepts she reports on.
- She provides context and explanations for complex scientific topics, making them accessible to a general audience.
- There are no instances of blatant biases in her reporting.
Conflicts of Interest
40%
Examples:
- However, it does not appear that she has any personal or financial ties to the subjects she covers.
- Jess Thomson occasionally mentions potential conflicts of interest in her reporting.
Contradictions
65%
Examples:
- However, the contradictions do not seem to be intentionally misleading or deceptive.
- Jess Thomson often includes contradictions from previous reports or studies in her articles.
Deceptions
55%
Examples:
- Jess Thomson sometimes uses sensational language or misleading phrases in her reporting.
- She also includes examples of contradictions and deceptions in her articles, but they do not seem to be used for malicious purposes.
Recent Articles
Newly Discovered Gases in Venus' Atmosphere: Phosphine and Ammonia - Possible Indicators of Life?
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Recent discoveries of phosphine and ammonia gases in Venus' atmosphere, potentially indicating life forms or non-biological sources, have sparked excitement and debate among scientists. These gases could not readily be explained by known atmospheric or geological phenomena, suggesting a possible biological origin. However, it is crucial to remain skeptical and consider alternative explanations before confirming these findings. 12-Year-Old Girl's Tragic Death Confirmed as Crocodile Attack in Northern Territory, Australia
Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024A 12-year-old girl was found dead with crocodile injuries two days after going missing in Mango Creek, Palumpa, Northern Territory. The saltwater crocodile population has surged in the region, with these protected species growing up to 7 meters (23 feet) and living for up to 70 years. Crocodile attacks on humans are rare but can be fatal. Authorities urge caution when swimming or camping near waterways where crocodiles reside. 
Upcoming Nova Explosion in T Coronae Borealis: A Rare and Bright Astronomical Event
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024A rare nova explosion is imminent in the binary star system T Coronae Borealis, located in the constellation Corona Borealis. Last observed in 1946, this white dwarf and red giant system is expected to brighten significantly and become visible near the Hercules constellation. Scientists plan to study this exceptional event using various telescopes for valuable insights into binary star systems. 
New Discoveries Suggest Waves Shape Titan's Liquid Methane Seas and Lakes
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024MIT researchers suggest waves are responsible for shaping Titan's large seas and lakes on Saturn's moon, based on simulations and comparison with Earth's erosion patterns. Discoveries from NASA's Cassini spacecraft reveal Titan, larger than Mercury, has a complex hydrocarbon cycle with liquid methane and ethane bodies shaped by waves similar to Earth's oceans. 
Powerful X-Class Solar Flares from Sunspot AR3664: Possible Sign of Upcoming Solar Storms
Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024A powerful X-class solar flare from sunspot AR3664, responsible for May 2024's historic G5 geomagnetic storm and auroras, erupted yesterday. This sunspot group, which has spent time on the far side of the sun, is now rotating back into view and may bring another solar storm with potential impacts on technology and infrastructure. 
Newly Discovered Exoplanet TOI-6713.01: A Fiery Red World with Intense Volcanic Activity
Broke On: Monday, 13 May 2024TOI-6713.01, a newly discovered exoplanet 66 light-years away, shares characteristics with Io and has a fiery red surface due to intense volcanic activity caused by gravitational forces from two outer planets in the same star system. This discovery challenges previous assumptions about exoplanets and their orbits. 
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope Maps Extreme Weather on Distant Hot Jupiter Exoplanet WASP-43 b
Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024NASA's James Webb Space Telescope maps weather on exoplanet WASP-43 b, revealing extreme temperatures and strong eastward winds transporting heat between its day and night sides. The findings provide valuable insights into the atmospheric conditions of this Hot Jupiter-type exoplanet and demonstrate the capabilities of JWST in studying distant worlds. 
Mars' Intriguing 'Spider-Shaped' Formations: A Fascinating Discovery by ESA's Mars Express and ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter
Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024Mars Express and ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter reveal intriguing 'spider-shaped' patterns on Mars, formed by carbon dioxide gas bursting through ice. These dark spots, not actual spiders, appear in various locations including Inca City, a large crater with geometric ridges. Sunlight causes carbon dioxide ice to turn into gas and break through layers of ice, creating tall fountains that drag dark material to the surface. 
The Rise of Aetosaur Ancestors: Exploring the Triassic Period Before Dinosaurs
Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024The Triassic period, lasting from 250 million years ago to 65 million years ago, was a time of great change on Earth. During this time the planet experienced significant geological and biological shifts that ultimately led to the rise of dinosaurs. However before they ruled supreme over land animals there were other creatures such as aetosaur ancestors of modern crocodiles. 
NASA's Observatory Captures Intense Solar Flare of X2.5 Classification on February 19, 2024
Broke On: Friday, 16 February 2024On February 19, 2024, NASA's Observatory captured an intense solar flare of X2.5 classification and hours later on the same sunspot launched an X1.7 class flare that caused radio blackouts over Western US and much of Pacific Ocean due to a volatile magnetic field in AR3590 sunspot.