Allison Petro

Allison Petro is an award-winning journalist who has been covering breaking news and space exploration for WESH for several years. Her work focuses on providing accurate and timely information to her audience about important events happening around the world. Allison has a deep passion for journalism, which is evident in her comprehensive reporting on topics such as space technology, weather events, and crew missions. In addition to her work at WESH, she has also contributed articles to other reputable news outlets. When not reporting the news, Allison enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the great outdoors.

Biography:  https://www.wesh.com/article/autumn-mcclure-disappearance/60029679

20%

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The Daily's Verdict

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

Bias

0%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Conflicts of Interest

10%

Examples:

  • An attempt to sensationalize the event by stating that it took over a day for Crew 8 to launch into space when this information has already been provided earlier in the article.
  • There is no mention of any science experiments being conducted by Crew 8 which contradicts what was stated in previous coverage.
  • The title of the article claims that Crew 8 made a successful landing on the International Space Station when in fact they have not yet completed their mission and are still conducting experiments.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • Following stage separation, the booster landed on the A Shortfall of Gravitas droneship stationed in the Atlantic Ocean.
  • The liftoff was at 6:40 p.m., with backup opportunities available until 10:40 p.m.
  • This was the 17th flight for the first stage booster supporting this mission.

Deceptions

30%

Examples:

  • An attempt to sensationalize the event by stating that it took over a day for Crew 8 to launch into space when this information has already been provided earlier in the article.
  • There is no mention of any science experiments being conducted by Crew 8 which contradicts what was stated in previous coverage.
  • The title of the article claims that Crew 8 made a successful landing on the International Space Station when in fact they have not yet completed their mission and are still conducting experiments.

Recent Articles

Tropical Storm Beryl Forms Early in Atlantic, Could Strengthen into Hurricane Bringing Heavy Rain and Potential Major Impact to Windward Islands

Tropical Storm Beryl Forms Early in Atlantic, Could Strengthen into Hurricane Bringing Heavy Rain and Potential Major Impact to Windward Islands

Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 Tropical Storm Beryl formed in the Atlantic east of the Windward Islands on June 28, 2024, becoming the second named storm of the season. With potential to strengthen into a hurricane by Sunday, it could bring heavy rain and dangerous winds to Barbados and nearby islands. The National Hurricane Center forecasts maximum sustained winds up to 105 mph.
SpaceX and Boeing Kick Off Historic Week for Space Coast with Successful Launches

SpaceX and Boeing Kick Off Historic Week for Space Coast with Successful Launches

Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024 SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites on May 6, 2024, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station using a Falcon 9 rocket that had previously flown 15 times. Boeing prepared for its own historic crewed flight to the International Space Station with NASA astronauts on May 8 at Kennedy Space Center. With over 5,800 functional satellites in low Earth orbit, SpaceX aims to expand its Starlink constellation further for global broadband coverage.
SpaceX Achieves Milestone with 40th Mission of the Year: Falcon 9 Launches 23 Starlink Satellites

SpaceX Achieves Milestone with 40th Mission of the Year: Falcon 9 Launches 23 Starlink Satellites

Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024 SpaceX achieved a milestone with its 40th mission of the year on April 18, launching a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink internet satellites from Florida. This was the seventh use for this booster, which previously sent astronauts to the ISS. So far in 2023, SpaceX has launched 27 orbital missions to build out its Starlink megaconstellation of over 5,760 operational satellites. The company also continues developing Starship for lunar and Mars travel.
SpaceX and NASA Successfully Launch Crew-8 Mission to ISS

SpaceX and NASA Successfully Launch Crew-8 Mission to ISS

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 March 2024 On March 6th, SpaceX and NASA launched the Crew-8 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The crew of four included Commander Matthew Dominick, pilot Michael Barratt, mission specialist Jeanette Epps and Russian Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin. Their first mission together as a team was successful in its objectives and marked SpaceX's eighth crew rotation mission to the ISS within NASA's Commercial Crew Program.