Victoria Bisset

Victoria Bisset is a London-based breaking news reporter for The Washington Post, covering urgent and consequential stories in Europe. She previously spent six years with the BBC covering global news and Arabic-language media. Bisset graduated from the University of Cambridge with a degree in Arabic and Middle Eastern studies and completed a master's degree focusing on South Asia at SOAS, University of London.

Biography:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/victoria-bisset/

83%

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

92%

Examples:

  • The article uses sensationalist language such as 'long covid may cause cognitive decline of about six IQ points'.
  • The author uses selective reporting by focusing on only one aspect of the study (cognitive deficits) while ignoring other important findings such as a greater effect among people who were infected earlier in the pandemic and those admitted to intensive care units.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author uses language that dehumanizes young people in the United States by describing them as being 'at the level of their midlife crisis today'.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • Approximately 800 animals were killed in the fire, and damage affected around 118 shops over some 15,000 square feet in the animal section of the market. No human casualties were reported.
  • The article states that young people in the United States rank 62nd out of 143 countries for happiness while U.S adults age 60 and above rank 10th. However, these are two separate groups with different characteristics and experiences.

Deceptions

79%

Examples:

  • The article states that participants who had short-duration symptoms experienced a loss equivalent to three IQ points compared with those who were never infected, while participants suffering from unresolved covid symptoms lasting 12 weeks or more experienced a loss equivalent to six IQ points.
  • The author states that participants who recovered from covid symptoms had a cognitive deficit equivalent to three IQ points compared with those who were never infected when in fact they only experienced a loss of one point.

Recent Articles

Vermont Man Settles $175,000 Lawsuit Over Middle Finger Gesture Arrest: Implications for Free Speech and Law Enforcement

Vermont Man Settles $175,000 Lawsuit Over Middle Finger Gesture Arrest: Implications for Free Speech and Law Enforcement

Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 A Vermont man, Gregory Bombard, reached a $175,000 settlement with the state after being arrested for giving a middle finger gesture to a state trooper in 2018. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) argued that Bombard's First Amendment rights were violated. The settlement includes damages to Bombard and attorneys' fees for the ACLU and FIRE, but Vermont did not admit to any wrongdoing. This case highlights the importance of upholding free speech rights, particularly in controversial or subjective situations involving law enforcement.
New Discoveries at Herculaneum's Ancient Roman Beach: Uncovering the Past of a Wealthy Lady, a Senior Soldier, and the Last Fugitive

New Discoveries at Herculaneum's Ancient Roman Beach: Uncovering the Past of a Wealthy Lady, a Senior Soldier, and the Last Fugitive

Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024 For the first time in over 2,000 years, an ancient Roman beach in Herculaneum, Italy - a popular resort town for Rome's elite - has reopened to the public. Discoveries include remains of a 'Ringed Lady', a senior Roman soldier, and 'the last fugitive' clutching valuable possessions during excavations. Herculaneum, founded in 7th century BC, offers insights into ancient life through its well-preserved human remains and artifacts.
Sweden and Iran Exchange Prisoners: Hamid Noury Released for Johan Floderus and Saeed Azizi

Sweden and Iran Exchange Prisoners: Hamid Noury Released for Johan Floderus and Saeed Azizi

Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024 Sweden and Iran exchange prisoners in a controversial deal, releasing Hamid Noury, an Iranian man convicted of war crimes in Sweden, for two Swedish citizens - diplomat Johan Floderus and Saeed Azizi. The swap was facilitated by Oman's Foreign Ministry amid strained relations between the countries. Floderus was detained on spying allegations, while Azizi faced national security charges.
Two Retired Law Enforcement Officers Go Missing During Greek Hikes: Albert Calibet on Amorgos and Unidentified Dutch Tourist on Samos

Two Retired Law Enforcement Officers Go Missing During Greek Hikes: Albert Calibet on Amorgos and Unidentified Dutch Tourist on Samos

Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Two retired law enforcement officers, Albert Calibet from Los Angeles County and a Dutch tourist, have gone missing while hiking in Greece within a week of each other. Calibet, 59, was last seen on Amorgos Island during a four-hour hike and is believed to have been affected by extreme heat. The Dutch tourist, 74, disappeared on Samos Island with the cause unknown. Both men's searches are ongoing despite challenging island conditions and limited resources.
Hundreds of Animals Perish in Devastating Chatuchak Weekend Market Fire, Calls for Action on Animal Welfare

Hundreds of Animals Perish in Devastating Chatuchak Weekend Market Fire, Calls for Action on Animal Welfare

Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 A devastating fire at Bangkok's Chatuchak Weekend Market on June 11, 2024, left hundreds of caged animals dead due to an electrical short circuit. The incident highlighted the poor living conditions of animals in the market and underscored the urgent need to address animal welfare issues.
International Day of Happiness: Emphasizing the Importance of Well-Being and Human Rights for a Happy World

International Day of Happiness: Emphasizing the Importance of Well-Being and Human Rights for a Happy World

Broke On: Thursday, 21 March 2024 Today is International Day of Happiness, which emphasizes happiness as a fundamental human goal and encourages governments and international organizations to invest in conditions that support it. The UN uses the day to promote well-being and environmental dimensions in policy frameworks.
COVID-19 Linked to Long-Lasting Cognitive Deficits, Study Finds

COVID-19 Linked to Long-Lasting Cognitive Deficits, Study Finds

Broke On: Thursday, 07 March 2024 A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has linked COVID-19 to long-lasting cognitive deficits. Individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 once and those who were ill for longer had lower overall cognitive scores than those who never had COVID-19. People infected during the initial stages of the pandemic showed higher decreases in cognitive functioning compared to those infected with later variants, while greater decreases in cognitive functioning were seen among people with persistent symptoms and hospitalized individuals.