Matthew Sedacca

Matthew Sedacca is a reporter who covers metro news and features for the Sunday New York Post. He has investigated various topics such as apartment broker fees, outdoor casinos in Chinatown, and supermarket Spam lockdowns. Matthew has previously worked at The Counter and The New York Times, where he wrote about iconic buildings' histories for New York Magazine. A graduate of New York University and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, Matthew often works under the watchful eyes of his two cats, Oyster and Morris.

Biography:  https://nypost.com/author/matthew-sedacca/

89%

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:
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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

92%

Examples:

  • Iran-backed terror group
  • Israel rejected the demand for a written commitment on a second phase of the ceasefire deal
  • It would be difficult for Israel to then resume fighting without it being seen as a violation of the agreement, and could cause the United Nations Security Council to impose a ceasefire without securing all the hostages' release.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

90%

Examples:

  • As many as 25 named storms are forecasted for the Atlantic hurricane season with four to seven of them being major hurricanes.
  • NOAA predicts an 'extraordinary' hurricane season in 2024 with 17 to 25 named tropical storms and 8 to 13 hurricanes.
  • Ocean heat content in the main development region of the Atlantic is running at levels normally seen in late August.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The author claims that limiting self-checkout will improve customer experience, but this contradicts information provided later in the article where it states that stores are expanding traditional checkout lanes available.
  • The author claims that Target attributed its decision to shift consumer patterns and a surge in organized retail crime plaguing its stores nationwide as reasons for the change. However, this statement contradicts information provided earlier in the article where it states that Target shuttered nine stores citing concerns over employee safety amid increasingly violent crime. This suggests that theft is not solely responsible for the decision to limit self-checkout and other retail giants have been testing their self check-out options.

Recent Articles

Hamas Compromises on Ceasefire Demand, Paving Way for Negotiations on Hostage Release

Hamas Compromises on Ceasefire Demand, Paving Way for Negotiations on Hostage Release

Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024 Hamas relaxes demand for permanent ceasefire before negotiations, signaling progress in ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. Hamas to begin talks on releasing Israeli captives after first phase of agreement, with potential for further prisoner swaps and hostage returns.
Record-Breaking Atlantic Ocean Temperatures Predict Active 2024 Hurricane Season: Prepare Now for Potential Major Storms

Record-Breaking Atlantic Ocean Temperatures Predict Active 2024 Hurricane Season: Prepare Now for Potential Major Storms

Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024 An active 2023 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted with up to 25 named storms, including four to seven major hurricanes. Near-record ocean temperatures and La Niña contribute to this above-average forecast. New York City urges residents to prepare for potential landfall along the US coastline, following devastating storms like Sandy (2012) and Ida (2021). NOAA predicts 17-25 named storms for the 2024 season with an accuracy of 83%.
Man Charged with Rape, Strangulation after Allegedly Assaulting Unconscious Woman in Bronx, Leaving Her Dragged and Sexually Assaulted

Man Charged with Rape, Strangulation after Allegedly Assaulting Unconscious Woman in Bronx, Leaving Her Dragged and Sexually Assaulted

Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024 39-year-old Kashaan Parks faces multiple charges, including rape and strangulation, after allegedly choking and dragging an unconscious woman with a belt before sexually assaulting her in the Bronx. The victim recognized her attacker due to his 'unusual teeth'. Parks has a history of public arrests and was recently living with his family in North Carolina before moving back to New York.
Target Limits Self-Checkout to 10 Items or Less Amid Concerns of Theft and Clunky Technology

Target Limits Self-Checkout to 10 Items or Less Amid Concerns of Theft and Clunky Technology

Broke On: Saturday, 16 March 2024 Target is limiting self-checkout to 10 items or less starting Sunday, March 17 at most of its stores nationwide. The retail giant said the change will improve the customer experience and speed up the process. Despite concerns about rising theft and clunky technology, dozens of other retail chains have limited or removed self-checkout kiosks.