Patrick Reilly
Patrick Reilly is a reporter for the New York Post covering national and New York City news since 2021. He graduated from Fordham University in the Bronx with a degree in English language and literature in 2018. After that, the proud Jersey Shore native got his start covering local news around the beautiful beach towns of Monmouth County, where he can often be found lounging by the ocean listening to The Boss in the summer months.
Biography:
https://nypost.com/author/patrick-reilly/
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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
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Examples:
- Patrick Reilly tends to present factual information with a slight leaning towards neutrality. However, there are instances where he includes details that could be interpreted as painting certain individuals or situations in a negative light.
- Reilly is known for his coverage of national and New York City news, which often involves reporting on conflicts, legal issues, and social topics. As such, his writing may sometimes reflect the tensions and controversies surrounding these topics.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- His reporting on these topics is typically thorough and well-researched, providing readers with a clear understanding of the issues at hand.
- Reilly occasionally reports on conflicts of interest or deceptive practices in his articles, highlighting instances where individuals or organizations may have ulterior motives or engage in questionable behavior.
Contradictions
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Examples:
- Despite these contradictions, Reilly's reporting is generally reliable and provides a comprehensive view of the events he covers.
- Reilly often reports on breaking news and current events, which can lead to inconsistencies or conflicting information in his articles. These discrepancies are usually due to the rapidly changing nature of the stories he covers and the difficulty in obtaining accurate information from various sources.
Deceptions
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Examples:
- Reilly occasionally includes deceptive practices or misleading statements in his articles, often as part of larger narratives about conflicts, legal issues, or social topics.
- While these instances of deception may be relevant to the stories he is covering, they can sometimes give readers a skewed perspective on the events in question.
Recent Articles
Montana Man Defends Himself Against Protective Grizzly Bear, Wildlife Officials Search for Cubs
Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024A 72-year-old man was attacked by a protective grizzly bear while picking huckleberries in Montana's Flathead National Forest. Officials are searching for cubs and may leave them in the wild. Elsewhere, an accustomed female grizzly was shot after breaking into houses in Gardiner. Carry bear spray and travel in groups to prevent conflicts with these threatened species. 
Fitness Icon Richard Simmons: A Life in Vibrant Fitness and Sad Goodbye at 76
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024Fitness icon Richard Simmons, known for his energetic workout videos and positive attitude towards health, passed away at the age of 76 on July 13. The news was confirmed following a report from the Los Angeles Police Department that they had responded to a call at Simmons' home and found him deceased. Born in New Orleans, Simmons rose to fame in the 1970s with his exercise videos and gyms, becoming a media presence on TV and radio over the decades. In March, he revealed he had been diagnosed with skin cancer. 
Mysterious Encounters: Teenagers Report Sightings of Unidentified Creature in Kisatchie National Forest
Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024In July 2024, multiple teenagers reported encounters with a mysterious creature in Kisatchie National Forest, Louisiana. Described as having glowing eyes and standing around 5-feet tall, the entity remained elusive during law enforcement investigations. Previous Bigfoot sightings in the area fueled speculation about the nature of these encounters. 
West Haven Father Allegedly Tries to Drown Two Young Children at the Beach: Quick Actions of Emergency Responders Save Lives
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024A man, Romney Desronvil, allegedly tried to drown his two young children in the ocean at West Haven Beach on June 22, 2024. Officers from the West Haven Police Department and members of the West Shore Fire Department intervened and saved the children's lives before they were rushed to Yale New Haven Children's Hospital in critical condition. Desronvil was arrested at the scene and charged with attempted homicide and risk of injury. 
Elon Musk Welcomes Third Child with Neuralink Executive: Twelve Kids and Counting
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, welcomed a third child with Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis in 2024, bringing his total number of known children to fifteen. Amidst legal battles over parental rights with ex-partner Grimes and allegations of inappropriate conduct at work, Musk expressed concerns about underpopulation and donated $10 million to the University of Austin for population research. 
Southwest Airlines Planes Come Perilously Close to Crashing into Hawaiian Ocean in Two Separate Incidents
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max 8 plane came perilously close to crashing into the ocean off Hawaii's coast during separate descent attempts in June 2024 and April 2023. Both incidents were caused by first officers inadvertently pushing forward on the controls due to inclement weather conditions, resulting in sudden descents. No injuries occurred, but the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating and Southwest Airlines is reviewing protocols. Upcoming Heat Wave to Impact Over 135 Million People: Temperatures Soar into Mid- to Upper 90s in Northeast and Midwest
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024A dangerous and prolonged heat wave is set to affect over 135 million people in the Northeast and Midwest, with temperatures soaring into the mid- to upper 90s and potential record-breaking highs. The upcoming week will bring multiple days of extreme heat to cities like Chicago, Philadelphia, and others across the eastern US. Experts advise avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat hours and staying hydrated as this heat wave could be deadly. 
TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods Implement Body Cameras to Combat Retail Theft: A New Approach to Safety and Training
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods are deploying body cameras for employees to combat retail theft and reduce shrink. The parent company, TJX Companies, reports that the cameras de-escalate situations and decrease theft when people are being recorded. This follows an estimated $100 billion lost to retail theft in 2022. UK grocers like Lidl and Tesco have already adopted this technology. 
Two Women Accuse Sean 'Diddy' Combs of Sexual Assault and Drugging in Separate Lawsuits
Broke On: Wednesday, 21 May 2003Music executive Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces multiple allegations of sexual assault and drugging from two women who met him in the late 1990s and early 2000s. April Lampros and Crystal McKinney have filed lawsuits against Combs, Bad Boy Entertainment, Universal Music Group, and Sean John Clothing for alleged coercive encounters involving drugs. The accusations come after a security video of Combs attacking singer Cassie in 2016 was made public. 
New Jersey Witnesses Brilliant Meteor Streak During Another Bizarre Week of Natural Phenomena
Broke On: Friday, 12 April 2024A meteor streaked across the sky in New Jersey early Wednesday morning, creating a brilliant light that was seen by residents from at least 10 towns. The event occurred during an already bizarre week of natural phenomena in the Garden State and surrounding area, including an earthquake and solar eclipse.
