Mark Puleo
Mark Puleo is a News Staff Editor at The Athletic with a background in covering breaking weather news as a digital journalist and front page digital editor with AccuWeather. He is a graduate of Penn State University and its John Curley Center for Sports Journalism. Puleo's primary topics of coverage include boxing, sports news, and occasional weather-related stories.
Biography:
https://theathletic.com/author/mark-puleo/
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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
75%
Examples:
- Mark Puleo appears to maintain a neutral stance in his reporting, avoiding personal opinions and sticking to the facts.
Conflicts of Interest
100%
Examples:
- No conflicts of interest were identified.
Contradictions
80%
Examples:
- In an article about Ryan Garcia's boxing match with Devin Haney, Puleo reports conflicting accounts of the fight's events, such as Garcia winning the first round easily and Haney gaining the upper hand in later rounds.
- Puleo also reports that Garcia was deducted a point for punching on a break during round seven and that he missed weight before the fight.
Deceptions
85%
Examples:
- Puleo does not use deceptive practices in his reporting. However, he does mention Garcia's past behavior and personal issues, which could potentially distract from the main topic of the article.
Recent Articles
Team USA Women's Basketball: Overcoming Challenges Ahead of Paris Olympics - First Practice Since WNBA All-Star Game
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024Ahead of the Paris Olympics, Team USA's women's basketball team faced challenges and underwent changes following a loss to Team WNBA in the WNBA All-Star Game. At their first practice since then on July 26th, Coach Cheryl Reeve described it as an opportunity to regroup and refocus. 
Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Davis Detained on Plane After Ice Request for Son
Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Davis was mistakenly removed from a United Airlines plane in July 2024 after requesting ice for his son. The flight attendant's accusations led to Davis being handcuffed and questioned by authorities before being released without charges. The attendant has been removed from duty while the incident is under review. 
Former Ravens Star Jacoby Jones: A Life Remembered in Football and Beyond
Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024Former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver and kick returner Jacoby Jones, known for his game-tying touchdown catch in the 2013 AFC Divisional playoffs and record-breaking 108-yard Super Bowl XLVII kickoff return touchdown, passed away at age 40. Born in New Orleans, Jones attended Lane College and set several Ravens records during his career from 2011 to 2014. Beloved figure on and off the field, cause of death unknown. Paul Skenes Named Historic Fifth Rookie Pitcher to Start MLB All-Star Game with 1.91 ERA and 89 Strikeouts
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024Paul Skenes, the Pittsburgh Pirates' rookie pitching sensation with a 1.91 ERA and 6-0 record in his first 11 MLB starts, has been named the National League starting pitcher for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. In his latest outing, Skenes pitched seven hitless innings against the Milwaukee Brewers with 11 strikeouts. Torey Lovullo, manager of both the Pirates and the All-Star game, selected Skenes for this prestigious honor. Miki Sudo Sets New Women's Record at Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest with 51 Hot Dogs
Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024Miki Sudo set a new women's record at the 2024 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest by consuming 51 hot dogs in 10 minutes, surpassing her closest rival Mayoi Ebihara. The absence of Joey Chestnut, who has won the contest a record-breaking 16 times, allowed other top contenders like Geoffrey Esper and James Webb to emerge in the men's division. 
Alex Pereira Retains UFC Light Heavyweight Title with Dominant Performance against Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303
Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024At UFC 303, Alex Pereira defended his light heavyweight title against Jiri Prochazka in a thrilling second encounter. Pereira knocked out Prochazka just 13 seconds into round two, becoming only the ninth fighter in UFC history to hold titles in multiple divisions. 
2024 Summer Olympics: Seine River's Contaminated Waters Pose Health Risks for Swimming Events
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024The 2024 Summer Olympics face water quality issues as the Seine River, set to host swimming events, exceeds acceptable limits for E. coli and enterococci bacteria due to unfavorable hydrological conditions and upstream pollution. Contamination risks include diarrhea, urinary tract infections, and severe infections. Organizers remain optimistic about improving water quality but lack a backup plan. 
Islam Makhachev Defends UFC Lightweight Title Against Dustin Poirier: A Five-Round Battle of Resilience and Determination
Broke On: Sunday, 02 June 2024Islam Makhachev defended his UFC lightweight title against Dustin Poirier in a hard-fought five-round battle at UFC 302 on June 1, 2024. Makhachev extended his winning streak to an impressive 14 fights and set a new record for the most title defenses in UFC lightweight history with three. Poirier fell short in his third attempt for the undisputed title, all three ending by submission. Makhachev's victory marks his third successful defense since claiming the belt in 2023 and he may move up in weight for another challenge. 
Ryan Garcia Defies Odds, Knocks Out Devin Haney in Upset at Barclays Center
Broke On: Sunday, 21 April 2024Underdog Ryan Garcia (25-1, 20 KOs) stunned Devin Haney (31-1, 15 KOs) with three knockdowns to win a majority decision in their junior welterweight bout at Barclays Center on April 21, 2024. Garcia weighed in over the title limit and was unable to claim Haney's WBC junior welterweight title. The fighters have a history dating back to their amateur days.