Emmett Lindner

Emmett Lindner is a journalist who covers breaking and trending news for The New York Times. He has written about international protests, climate change, and social media influencers. Lindner's background includes growing up in New Haven, Connecticut, living in different towns across the United States and briefly in Copenhagen. While living in Colorado, he was the music editor for an online culture magazine and received a bachelor's degree in English literature from the University of Colorado Boulder. He earned a master's degree in creative nonfiction writing from Columbia University in 2019 and joined The Times shortly after. Lindner adheres to The Times' extensive ethics guidelines, aiming to provide an accurate representation of situations and building trust with sources. He can be contacted at emmett.lindner@nytimes.com.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/emmett-lindner

81%

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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

88%

Examples:

  • Customers were charged for the higher prices at checkout
  • Some bagged citrus products were labeled with a weight that was lower than what appeared on the shelf tags, and customers were charged for a heavier weight of the products than what they took home
  • The lawsuit accuses Walmart of 'unfair and deceptive business practices'

Conflicts of Interest

85%

Examples:

  • Sam Rubin died on Friday
  • Sam Rubiz is survived by his wife and four children.

Contradictions

90%

Examples:

  • Delta received criticism for the image and removed a supportive comment from their account.
  • Two Delta flight attendants wore Palestinian flag pins on their uniforms in a social media post.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • The title of the article suggests that Lizzo has quit music entirely when she only announced a temporary hiatus on Instagram.
  • The title suggests that customers can claim a significant amount of money as part of the settlement when in reality they are only eligible for up to $500.

Recent Articles

Delta Bans Palestinian Flag Pins After Social Media Controversy: A Symbol of Support or Controversial Accessory?

Delta Bans Palestinian Flag Pins After Social Media Controversy: A Symbol of Support or Controversial Accessory?

Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024 Delta Air Lines has responded to a social media controversy by banning all country or nationality pins on uniforms, following an incident where two flight attendants wore Palestinian flag pins. The decision came after the post about the attendants sparked outrage and criticism, leading to Delta's initial insensitive response being deleted. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) welcomed Delta's apology and expressed hope for a shift in attitudes towards anti-Palestinian racism. Both attendants previously complied with the more flexible uniform policy but will now adhere to the stricter one.
Taylor Wily: Hawaii Five-0 and Magnum P.I. Star Passes Away at 56

Taylor Wily: Hawaii Five-0 and Magnum P.I. Star Passes Away at 56

Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 Actor Taylor Wily, known for his roles in Hawaii Five-0 and Magnum P.I., passed away at age 56. Born in Hawaii, Wily's career included sumo wrestling, UFC, and acting on shows like MacGyver and Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Survived by wife Halona and two children.
Beloved Entertainment Journalist Sam Rubin Passes Away at 64: A Tribute from His Son and Colleagues

Beloved Entertainment Journalist Sam Rubin Passes Away at 64: A Tribute from His Son and Colleagues

Broke On: Monday, 13 May 2024 Beloved entertainment journalist Sam Rubin, age 64, passed away suddenly on May 13, 2024 due to a heart attack. Known for his charm and joyful demeanor, Rubin worked in the industry for over three decades and interviewed countless celebrities (NPR). His son Colby paid tribute during a KTLA broadcast, sharing heartfelt words about their close relationship. The Broadcast Film Critics Association mourns the loss of its founding member.
Walmart Shoppers Could Receive $500 Payment in Class-Action Lawsuit Settlement over Product Weight, Labeling and Clearance Overcharges

Walmart Shoppers Could Receive $500 Payment in Class-Action Lawsuit Settlement over Product Weight, Labeling and Clearance Overcharges

Broke On: Saturday, 06 April 2024 Walmart to pay $500 to shoppers in class-action lawsuit settlement over product weight, labeling and pricing issues.
Lizzo Quits Music: Singer and Entrepreneur Announces Retirement Amidst Online Criticism

Lizzo Quits Music: Singer and Entrepreneur Announces Retirement Amidst Online Criticism

Broke On: Sunday, 31 March 2024 Lizzo, a Grammy Award-winning singer and fashion entrepreneur, has announced that she is quitting music due to online criticism and negative comments.