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56%

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

85%

Examples:

  • The article uses sensationalist language such as 'flooded with several feet of water', which exaggerates the severity of the situation and creates a sense of fear for readers.
  • The author describes Oakdale flooding in a way that dehumanizes people affected by it. For example, they describe 'crews from as far away as Blawnox' responding to flooding instead of using local resources or volunteers who may have been more effective at providing aid.

Conflicts of Interest

30%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

15%

Examples:

  • The James Sharp Landing flooded on Friday, April 12, 2024.

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • The James Sharp Landing flooded on Friday, April 12, 2024.

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