Justine Calma

Justine Calma is a senior science reporter at The Verge, where she covers energy and the environment. She's also the host of Hell or High Water: When a Disaster Hits Home, a podcast from Vox Media and Audible Originals. Since reporting on the adoption of the Paris agreement in 2015, Justine has covered climate change on the ground in four continents. Her story

Biography:  https://www.theverge.com/authors/justine-calma

86%

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

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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

90%

Examples:

  • The author often uses quotes from experts and sources to support their reporting, which can give a more balanced perspective.
  • The author tends to present both sides of an argument, but leans towards highlighting the negative aspects of certain decisions or situations.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • In one instance, the author disclosed a personal connection to an individual involved in a story.
  • The author occasionally reports on conflicts of interest within the articles they cover.

Contradictions

92%

Examples:

  • In some cases, the author highlights discrepancies between statements made by different parties involved in a story.
  • The author consistently points out contradictions in the articles they report on.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The author sometimes uses sensationalist language to grab readers' attention.
  • There are instances where the author could have provided more context for their readers, potentially leading to confusion or misinterpretation.

Recent Articles

Supreme Court Halts EPA's 'Good Neighbor' Plan to Limit Downwind Pollution: A Legal Battle Continues

Supreme Court Halts EPA's 'Good Neighbor' Plan to Limit Downwind Pollution: A Legal Battle Continues

Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 The Supreme Court has put the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 'good neighbor' plan to limit downwind pollution on hold, dealing a blow to Biden administration efforts to address air quality issues. The ruling comes after three states and industry groups challenged the federal plan in court. The EPA argued that blocking the national rule would delay pollution control efforts, but opponents claim it goes against Congress' directive. The decision represents a major setback for environmental regulators and President Joe Biden's climate agenda.
Netflix Drops Support for Second and Third Generation Apple TVs: What Users Need to Know

Netflix Drops Support for Second and Third Generation Apple TVs: What Users Need to Know

Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 Netflix is discontinuing support for second and third generation Apple TVs from July 31, 2024. Released in 2010 and 2012, these devices are considered obsolete by Apple due to their lack of App Store compatibility. Netflix users with these models can continue using the service via Home Sharing, AirPlay or downloading the Netflix app on other devices.
Walmart Shuts Down 51 Health Clinics: Impact on Lower-Income Patients and the Future of Retail Healthcare

Walmart Shuts Down 51 Health Clinics: Impact on Lower-Income Patients and the Future of Retail Healthcare

Broke On: Tuesday, 30 April 2024 Walmart closes 51 health care centers, leaving a gap in healthcare access for lower-income patients without insurance. The decision comes due to unsustainable business model and escalating operating costs. Patients will be directed to high-quality providers in their insurance networks.
Wildfires erase air quality gains in US, leaving 10% of properties with unhealthy days for a week or more and nearly half experiencing two weeks.

Wildfires erase air quality gains in US, leaving 10% of properties with unhealthy days for a week or more and nearly half experiencing two weeks.

Broke On: Monday, 12 February 2024 Wildfires are causing climate change to erase previous gains in air quality, with nearly half of properties experiencing two weeks of unhealthy air quality days.
NASA's PACE Mission Launches into Orbit to Study Phytoplankton and Aerosols in Earth's Oceans and Atmosphere

NASA's PACE Mission Launches into Orbit to Study Phytoplankton and Aerosols in Earth's Oceans and Atmosphere

Broke On: Saturday, 10 February 2024 NASA's PACE mission successfully launched into orbit to study phytoplankton and aerosols in Earth's oceans and atmosphere. Phytoplankton absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, while each type processes it differently. The satellite will help us understand how particles can impact global warming.