Diba Mohtasham

Diba Mohtasham is a journalist who has written for NPR. She covers topics related to technology and business.

Biography:  https://www.npr.org/people/997906236/diba-mohtasham

48%

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 poor reputation for journalistic standards and is not considered a reliable news source.

Bias

75%

Examples:

  • The article presents information from only two sources without providing any context or perspective from other stakeholders.
  • The author has a tendency to use language that dehumanizes those who have reservations about flying on a Max 9.

Conflicts of Interest

0%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • There are no major contradictions in the articles provided.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • The article claims that syphilis cases have increased by nearly 80% to more than 207,000 between 2018 and 2022. However, the actual increase was only around a third of that amount (around a quarter).
  • The article states that changes in access to sexual health care can affect the number of STIs diagnosed and reported which is not entirely true.
  • The article states that racial and ethnic minorities are most disproportionately affected due to long-standing social inequities leading to health inequalities. This statement is also deceptive as there are many other factors contributing to the rise in syphilis cases among these groups such as poverty, lack of access to healthcare, and discrimination.

Recent Articles

Airbnb Bans Indoor Security Cameras in All Listings Globally to Prioritize Guest Privacy

Airbnb Bans Indoor Security Cameras in All Listings Globally to Prioritize Guest Privacy

Broke On: Monday, 11 March 2024 Airbnb has announced a new policy banning the use of indoor security cameras in all listings globally, prioritizing guest privacy after reports of hidden cameras. Previously, Airbnb allowed common area security cameras with disclosure and visibility requirements. The revised policy takes effect on April 30th.
Syphilis Cases on the Rise in Women Across US, with 19.5% Increase Reported in 2022 Alone

Syphilis Cases on the Rise in Women Across US, with 19.5% Increase Reported in 2022 Alone

Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 Syphilis cases have increased by 19.5% in women across the US, with more than 59,000 cases reported nationwide in total. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends post-sex antibiotics to prevent STIs but this recommendation is controversial and raises questions about its effectiveness.
Alaska Airlines Resumes Limited Flights with Boeing 737 Max 9 Jets After Grounding Due to Door Plug Blowout

Alaska Airlines Resumes Limited Flights with Boeing 737 Max 9 Jets After Grounding Due to Door Plug Blowout

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 Alaska Airlines resumed limited flights with Boeing 737 Max 9 jets on January 26, 2024. The first flight was from Seattle to San Diego and marked the first revenue flight for this model since it was grounded by the FAA three weeks ago following a door plug blowout on Alaska Airlines flight 1282. Sarah Edgbert, who took one of these flights, felt anxious at first but realized that the plane was probably safe to fly after seeing news crews covering it. The FAA and Boeing refined inspection procedures with data provided by the airlines to ensure that the planes are safe to fly.