Marnie Hunter

Marnie Hunter is a senior producer at CNN Digital who specializes in travel features. She has covered various topics including the James Beard Awards, airline discrimination cases, and international travel warnings. Her articles often provide insightful information about different cultures and regions in the United States and around the world.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/marnie-hunter

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

86%

Examples:

  • The author frequently presents information in a balanced and neutral manner.
  • There are instances where the author highlights the nonprofit nature of the James Beard Foundation and its mission to support America's food culture.

Conflicts of Interest

69%

Examples:

  • In one article, the author discloses that Marnie Hunter is a features editor who specializes in travel.
  • There are instances where the author reports on companies or organizations without disclosing potential conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In one article, it is mentioned that Hav & Mar executive chef Fariyal Abdullahi studied psychology before turning to a culinary career, but this information is not relevant to the James Beard Awards and does not add any value to the article.
  • There are instances where multiple incidents of crime are reported without providing context or explanation for their consistency.

Deceptions

93%

Examples:

  • In one article, the author presents Finland's consistent ranking as the happiest country for seven straight years without providing any context or explanation for this consistent ranking.
  • There are instances where the author includes irrelevant information in articles (e.g., Fariyal Abdullahi's psychology background).

Recent Articles

James Beard Awards 2024: Michael Rafidi and Serigne Mbaye Triumph, Dedicating Their Wins to Cultural Roots

James Beard Awards 2024: Michael Rafidi and Serigne Mbaye Triumph, Dedicating Their Wins to Cultural Roots

Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024 The 2024 James Beard Awards, celebrated in Chicago, honored exceptional talent in the culinary industry. Michael Rafidi of Albi won Outstanding Chef for his Arabic-inspired cuisine and Serigne Mbaye of Dakar NOLA received Best New Restaurant for his modern Senegalese tasting menu blending West African roots with New Orleans ingredients. Langbaan in Portland, Oregon, won Outstanding Restaurant for its innovative take on Thai food using Pacific Northwest ingredients.
Three Black Men File Lawsuit Against American Airlines for Racial Discrimination: Body Odor Complaint Deemed Pretext

Three Black Men File Lawsuit Against American Airlines for Racial Discrimination: Body Odor Complaint Deemed Pretext

Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 Three Black men filed a lawsuit against American Airlines for racial discrimination after being removed from a flight without reason, along with every other Black male passenger. The incident occurred in January 2024 and the plaintiffs allege that they were targeted based on their race, despite no valid complaint. The men experienced feelings of embarrassment, humiliation, and distress during the incident which lasted over an hour. American Airlines is investigating the matter.
Inappropriate Behavior Forces Temporary Shutdown of Portal Installations in New York City and Dublin

Inappropriate Behavior Forces Temporary Shutdown of Portal Installations in New York City and Dublin

Broke On: Tuesday, 14 May 2024 Two Portal installations in New York City and Dublin have been temporarily shut down due to instances of inappropriate behavior, including flashing and offensive images on livestreams. The interactive public art installations, which encourage global interconnectedness, are currently under investigation for technical solutions to prevent future incidents.
James Beard Foundation Announces Finalists for Prestigious Culinary Awards in D.C., Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina

James Beard Foundation Announces Finalists for Prestigious Culinary Awards in D.C., Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina

Broke On: Thursday, 04 April 2024 The James Beard Foundation has announced the finalists for its prestigious culinary awards, recognizing excellence in cuisine, service, hospitality and business. This year's finalists include 9 restaurants and chefs from D.C., Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina.
United States Drops Out of Top 20 Happiest Countries for First Time in Gallup Study

United States Drops Out of Top 20 Happiest Countries for First Time in Gallup Study

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 The US has dropped out of the top 20 happiest countries in the world for the first time, according to new data from Gallup and its partners. The country now ranks at No. 23 on the list compared to No. 15 last year due in part to a drop in how Americans under 30 feel about their lives.
Bahamas Travel Advisory: Exercise Caution in Nassau and Avoid Water Tours Due to Shark Incidents

Bahamas Travel Advisory: Exercise Caution in Nassau and Avoid Water Tours Due to Shark Incidents

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 The Bahamas, a popular tourist destination, has seen an increase in crime and violence. The US State Department advises Americans to exercise caution when visiting Nassau by being aware of surroundings, avoiding commercial recreational watercrafts due to deadly shark incidents on the islands and not taking expensive jewelry with them. They also advise against resisting any robbery attempts and cautions against opening doors to strangers.