Josh Dinner

Josh Dinner is a seasoned journalist with a passion for science and space exploration. He has been covering the space beat since 2016, reporting on NASA's commercial spaceflight partnerships and the development and launches of crewed missions from the Space Coast. In addition to his work at Space.com, Josh enjoys building 1:144 scale models of rockets and human-flown spacecraft, sharing his launch photography on Instagram and his website, and tweeting haikus. His in-depth knowledge of the industry, combined with his engaging writing style and strong connections within the field, make him a trusted source for accurate and captivating space news.

Biography:  https://www.space.com/author/josh-dinner

82%

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

90%

Examples:

  • The author has a strong focus on NASA and SpaceX, often reporting their latest developments without critical analysis.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author often reports on SpaceX and NASA without disclosing potential conflicts of interest, such as when reporting on the company's launches and missions.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • The author also mentions conflicting information regarding SpaceX's role in delivering supplies and equipment to the International Space Station.
  • There are instances where the author reports contradictory information about space missions and launches, such as stating that a piece of space debris crashed into a home while also mentioning that several other reports of crashing space debris have occurred in the past year.

Deceptions

80%

Examples:

  • The author sometimes presents one-sided reporting by highlighting only SpaceX's role in delivering supplies and equipment to the International Space Station without mentioning NASA's involvement.
  • There are also instances where the author provides ideal conditions for space launches without acknowledging potential issues or risks.

Recent Articles

NASA's Core Stage Rollout: A Milestone in Preparation for the Artemis II Moon Mission

NASA's Core Stage Rollout: A Milestone in Preparation for the Artemis II Moon Mission

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 NASA's core stage of its Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, a crucial component for the Artemis II moon mission, has been rolled out from Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans. The Artemis II mission aims to carry four astronauts around the moon and is expected to launch in 2025, marking the first crewed lunar trip since the 1970s.
SpaceX's Starship Program Advances: 17 Million Pound Thrust, 25 Flights per Year Goal

SpaceX's Starship Program Advances: 17 Million Pound Thrust, 25 Flights per Year Goal

Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024 SpaceX's Starship program advances with a rolled-out booster undergoing spin prime test and Raptor engine static fire, generating 17 million pounds of thrust. Amidst tower stacking at Pad B for increased flight cadence, SpaceX aims to reuse boosters for 25 flights per year. Despite challenges like legal issues and federal reviews, the company plans to launch the most ambitious Starship flight yet as NASA's lunar lander.
NASA ISS Debris Crashes into Florida Home: A Precedent-Setting Case for Space Liability?

NASA ISS Debris Crashes into Florida Home: A Precedent-Setting Case for Space Liability?

Broke On: Friday, 08 March 2024 A pallet of used batteries from NASA's International Space Station crashed through a Naples, Florida home in March 2024, leaving damage and raising questions about space debris and liability. The Otero family is seeking compensation from NASA under the Space Liability Convention.
Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Five Helium Leaks Delay NASA's First American-Made ISS Mission Since 2011

Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft: Five Helium Leaks Delay NASA's First American-Made ISS Mission Since 2011

Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the ISS on June 6, 2024, encounters five small helium leaks. Despite this setback, Starliner docks successfully and engineers assess helium supply and leak rates for return mission. Extended stay allows additional testing, including thruster tests and cabin measurements.
NASA Astronauts Conduct Spacewalks to Collect Microorganism Samples from ISS Exterior

NASA Astronauts Conduct Spacewalks to Collect Microorganism Samples from ISS Exterior

Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 NASA astronauts Tracy Caldwell Dyson and Matt Dominick conduct a spacewalk on June 13, 2024, to collect microorganism samples from the International Space Station for scientific analysis. The first team retrieves faulty communications equipment and swabs the exterior for microbial studies in extreme temperatures. The second team, led by Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, focuses on repairs and maintenance on June 15. Findings could offer insights into life's origins on Earth and potential existence elsewhere.
Six Diverse Passengers Set to Embark on Blue Origin's Space Tourism Mission on May 19, 2024

Six Diverse Passengers Set to Embark on Blue Origin's Space Tourism Mission on May 19, 2024

Broke On: Sunday, 19 May 2024 Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, is set to fly its first space tourism mission since a 2021 engine failure on May 19, 2024. Six passengers will experience weightlessness and see Earth from space during the NS-25 launch at Launch Site One in West Texas. Notable passengers include retired US Air Force Captain Ed Dwight, French entrepreneur Sylvain Chiron, and Ken Hess of Science Buddies.
NASA's New Mission: Uncovering Earth's Polar Heat Loss with PREFIRE

NASA's New Mission: Uncovering Earth's Polar Heat Loss with PREFIRE

Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024 NASA's Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-InfraRed Experiment (PREFIRE) mission, set to launch May 22, aims to capture new data on heat loss from Earth's polar regions using two shoebox-sized satellites. This information is crucial for understanding climate changes and improving climate models.
SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission: First Private Astronaut Spacewalk with New EVA Suits

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission: First Private Astronaut Spacewalk with New EVA Suits

Broke On: Sunday, 05 May 2024 SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission will make history with the first private astronaut spacewalk, featuring new EVA suits with improved thermal management and joint designs for greater mobility. The mission, scheduled for early summer, will launch a Crew Dragon into an elliptical orbit and carry a crew of Jared Isaacman, Scott Poteet, Sarah Gillis, and Anna Menon. SpaceX has addressed radiation and debris risks through modifications to the Dragon spacecraft.
Switzerland Joins Artemis Accords: A New Chapter in Swiss-NASA Space Cooperation

Switzerland Joins Artemis Accords: A New Chapter in Swiss-NASA Space Cooperation

Broke On: Sunday, 16 April 2023 Swiss Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin signed the Artemis Accords at NASA Headquarters on April 16, 2023, marking Switzerland's commitment to peaceful space exploration and cooperation with other signatories. With a rich history of collaboration with NASA and a new space policy focusing on benefits from space technology development, Switzerland joins 35 other countries in promoting sustainable and responsible outer space exploration.
Two Approaching Asteroids: 2024 GJ2 and 2013 NK4, Sizes and Distances

Two Approaching Asteroids: 2024 GJ2 and 2013 NK4, Sizes and Distances

Broke On: Thursday, 11 April 2024 Two near-Earth asteroids, 2024 GJ2 and 2013 NK4, will make close passes by Earth in late April. 2024 GJ2 will come within three percent of the moon's distance from Earth on April 11, while 2013 NK4 will pass by at a much greater distance on April 15. Both asteroids have been observed and cataloged by NASA, which will use radar antennas to study them in detail.