Anushka Patil,

Anushka Patil is a reporter at The New York Times covering live news. She has previously worked as a senior social media editor and joined The Times in 2019 from BuzzFeed News. Based in New York, her reporting focuses on international news and events with a particular emphasis on the Middle East.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/anushka-patil

73%

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

75%

Examples:

  • In one article, Anushka Patil reports on Palestinian paramedics being stripped naked and beaten by Israeli forces. This detail paints a negative picture of the Israeli military and could be seen as a form of bias.
  • The New York Times is known for its liberal leaning, which may have influenced some of the wording in these articles.

Conflicts of Interest

80%

Examples:

  • Anushka Patil previously worked at BuzzFeed News before joining The New York Times. This could potentially raise questions about her independence and objectivity as a journalist.
  • The New York Times has been criticized in the past for its close ties with powerful individuals and institutions, which may have influenced its coverage of certain events.

Contradictions

70%

Examples:

  • In one article, Anushka Patil reports that dozens of people were killed in Rafah after an Israeli airstrike hit an area where displaced civilians were sheltering in tents. In another article, she reports that at least five Palestinians were killed by Israeli strikes in Rafah.
  • There are instances where the number of casualties and the specific details of the incidents differ across articles.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • Another article quotes South Africa accusing Israel of committing genocide, but no evidence or context is provided. This could give readers a misleading impression of the situation.
  • In one article, Anushka Patil reports that selective reporting by only mentioning that Israel has gone to great lengths to mitigate harm without providing any details on what these efforts entail. This could be seen as a form of deception by omission.

Recent Articles

Four Israeli Hostages Confirmed Dead Near Khan Younis in Gaza: A Grim Reminder of the Ongoing Conflict

Four Israeli Hostages Confirmed Dead Near Khan Younis in Gaza: A Grim Reminder of the Ongoing Conflict

Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024 Four hostages, including Haim Perry, Yoram Metzger, Amiram Cooper, and Nadav Popplewell, were confirmed dead by the Israeli military after being believed to have been killed several months ago near Khan Younis in central Gaza. The latest revelation comes as pressure mounts on the Israeli government to secure a ceasefire proposal outlined by US President Joe Biden. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in more than 120 people being taken hostage, with over 40 believed to have been killed since October 7.
At Least 45 Killed, 270 Injured in Israeli Airstrike on Gaza's Rafah Camp: Global Leaders Call for Cease-Fire

At Least 45 Killed, 270 Injured in Israeli Airstrike on Gaza's Rafah Camp: Global Leaders Call for Cease-Fire

Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024 At least 45 people were tragically killed and over 270 injured in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza's Rafah tent camp on May 28, 2024. The attack targeted a Hamas compound but also hit civilian tents, leaving families among the casualties. Global leaders condemned the incident and called for an immediate cease-fire.
Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza Displacement Camp Kill at Least 35, Including Women and Children

Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza Displacement Camp Kill at Least 35, Including Women and Children

Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 Israeli airstrikes on a displacement camp in Gaza kill and wound dozens, including women and children; Israeli military targets two senior Hamas leaders while Palestinians report at least 35 fatalities; attacks follow ICJ order to end offensive, triggered by Hamas rocket attack; over 80% of Gaza's population displaced.
Israel Faces Legal Rebuke Over Gaza War and Starvation Crisis

Israel Faces Legal Rebuke Over Gaza War and Starvation Crisis

Broke On: Friday, 29 March 2024 Israel defies ICJ order to end Gaza blockade and starvation of Palestinians. Israel continues its military offensive on Hamas, ignoring the UN court's ruling that it must allow food aid into Gaza and ease the humanitarian crisis caused by its siege.