Kim Hjelmgaard

Kim Hjelmgaard is a world affairs correspondent based in London. He focuses on international events and provides coverage across various topics. With his primary focus on the Middle East, Europe, and global politics, Kim has developed a unique perspective that he shares through engaging articles. His work often highlights complex issues in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to a wide audience.

Biography:  https://www.usatoday.com/staff/2684068001/kim-hjelmgaard/

86%

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

90%

Examples:

  • The articles show a slight leaning towards providing balanced coverage of international events rather than favoring one side.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The author's position as a world affairs correspondent may lead to potential conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The author reported contradictory information about the number of countries recognizing a Palestinian state.
  • There is discrepancy in the description of Israel's control over the Philadelphi Corridor.

Deceptions

65%

Examples:

  • The author presented questions and doubts about the impact of recognizing a Palestinian state, potentially implying skepticism without providing clear evidence.

Recent Articles

Israel Takes Control of Strategic Gaza-Egypt Border: Cracking Down on Hamas Weapons Smuggling

Israel Takes Control of Strategic Gaza-Egypt Border: Cracking Down on Hamas Weapons Smuggling

Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024 Israel's military has taken control of the Philadelphi Corridor, a strategic buffer zone between Gaza and Egypt, to crack down on Hamas' weapon smuggling. The move comes after Oct. 7 attacks that left over 1,200 people dead in Israel. Egyptian military engineers have destroyed over 2,000 tunnels since 2011. The Israeli operation in Rafah has resulted in at least 53 deaths and stalled cease-fire negotiations. Both Israel and Egypt aim for regional stability amidst ongoing tensions.
Three European Nations Recognize Palestinian State Amid Israel-Gaza Crisis

Three European Nations Recognize Palestinian State Amid Israel-Gaza Crisis

Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 Three European countries, Spain, Norway, and Ireland, formally recognized a Palestinian state on Tuesday in response to Israel's ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza. The recognition increases Israel's isolation amid international pressure to halt its military offensive and peace negotiations between Israeli and Palestinian leaders continue (AP, LA Times).