USA Today

USA Today is a general interest daily newspaper that provides comprehensive coverage of national and international news, sports, business, entertainment, and opinion. The site features breaking news alerts, in-depth investigations, and analysis from a team of experienced journalists. USA Today is committed to providing accurate and unbiased reporting while maintaining editorial independence and integrity.

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 news site 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 its reporting.

Bias

90%

Examples:

  • There are instances of the source providing counter-arguments and presenting multiple perspectives on certain topics.
  • The source appears to have a neutral reporting stance with no specific political or social affiliations.
  • The source has a history of fact-checking and holding figures of authority accountable for their actions.

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

  • The editorial team is known for maintaining independence and integrity in its reporting.
  • There are no instances of the source having financial or personal ties with the subjects it reports on.
  • The source has a reputation for investigating potential conflicts of interest and disclosing any that may exist to its readers.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Articles may contain contradictions from previous reports or statements, but these are often highlighted and addressed by the editorial team.
  • The source is known to update stories as new information becomes available, ensuring that readers have access to the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • There may be instances of misleading headlines or descriptions, but these are often corrected or clarified when brought to the attention of the editorial team.
  • The source is known to use clear and concise language in its reporting, making it difficult for readers to be deceived by hidden agendas or misleading information.

Recent Articles

  • Tesla Recalls Over 1.8 Million Electric Vehicles: Hood Latch Issue May Obstruct Driver's View

    Tesla Recalls Over 1.8 Million Electric Vehicles: Hood Latch Issue May Obstruct Driver's View

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 Tesla recalls over 1.8 million electric vehicles due to potential hood latch issue, increasing collision risk; affected models include certain Model 3, all Model S, Model X, and Model Y from specific years; software fix already deployed through recent update.
  • 12-Year-Old Boy Killed in Cancun Shooting: Latest in Series of Drug Cartel Violence Incidents

    12-Year-Old Boy Killed in Cancun Shooting: Latest in Series of Drug Cartel Violence Incidents

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 On July 29, 2024, in Cancun, Mexico, gunmen on jet skis killed a 12-year-old boy during a shootout between drug dealers. This tragic incident is part of escalating violence in Mexican resorts along the Caribbean coast. Authorities are investigating and President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has appealed for peace.
  • Setting the Record Straight: Vice President Harris's 'White Dudes for Harris' Fundraising Call

    Setting the Record Straight: Vice President Harris's 'White Dudes for Harris' Fundraising Call

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 Vice President Kamala Harris raised over $200 million for her campaign in a week, with a notable independent fundraiser by 'White Dudes for Harris' contributing over $4 million. Contrary to rumors, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow did not attend the event.
  • Deputy Sean Grayson's Troubled Past: Inappropriate Conduct, Retaliation, and Drunk Driving Convictions Raise Questions Before Sangamon County Shooting

    Deputy Sean Grayson's Troubled Past: Inappropriate Conduct, Retaliation, and Drunk Driving Convictions Raise Questions Before Sangamon County Shooting

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 Deputy Sean Grayson, currently facing murder charges for killing Sonya Massey in Illinois, has a troubled past with allegations of inappropriate conduct and retaliation at his previous job. A recording reveals he mishandled a traffic case, and he was discharged from the Army for drunk driving convictions. Grayson's questionable employment history and military record should have raised red flags before his hiring by Sangamon County Sheriff's Department.
  • Paris Olympics: Team USA's Gymnastics and Swimming Stars Shine

    Paris Olympics: Team USA's Gymnastics and Swimming Stars Shine

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 Team USA dominates Paris Olympics with standout performances from Simone Biles in gymnastics, Katie Ledecky in swimming, and Coco Gauff in tennis. Biles leads the way for the gymnastics team with a commanding all-around total. Ledecky qualifies for finals with a dominant performance in the 1500m heat. Gauff drops only nine games across six sets in three matches.
  • Fed Expected to Signal Interest Rate Cut Amid Cooling Inflation and Slowing Job Growth

    Fed Expected to Signal Interest Rate Cut Amid Cooling Inflation and Slowing Job Growth

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 The Federal Reserve is anticipated to signal an interest rate cut in September amid rising unemployment and a dip in annual inflation. Despite the benchmark short-term rate remaining at a 23-year high, economists predict hints of a potential rate cut during the Fed's policy meeting. The impact of an interest rate cut on borrowing costs could boost the economy, though a single reduction may not make a significant difference.
  • Discovered: 19th-Century Swedish Shipwreck Yields Over 100 Bottles of Champagne

    Discovered: 19th-Century Swedish Shipwreck Yields Over 100 Bottles of Champagne

    Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024 A 19th-century Swedish shipwreck discovered by Polish divers, Baltictech, contains over 100 well-preserved champagne bottles and historical items. Experts believe the ship could have been bound for Tsar Alexander II with valuable mineral water and porcelain. The champagne may carry the Louis Roederer label from 1850-1867. Baltictech collaborates with Sodertorn University and maritime archaeologist Johan Roennby to explore further, awaiting Swedish authorities' permission.
  • Target's Denim Take Back Event: Recycle Your Used Jeans for a 20% Discount on New Purchases

    Target's Denim Take Back Event: Recycle Your Used Jeans for a 20% Discount on New Purchases

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 From August 4-10, Target invites customers to bring up to five denim items for recycling at participating stores and receive a 20% discount on new denim purchases. This Denim Take Back Event aims to reduce textile waste and keep used denim out of landfills, building on Target's successful car seat trade-in program. Customers can refresh their wardrobes while contributing to sustainability efforts with brands like Universal Thread, Wild Fable, and Levi's.
  • US Men's Gymnastics Team Breaks Olympic Medal Drought with Bronze at Paris Olympics

    US Men's Gymnastics Team Breaks Olympic Medal Drought with Bronze at Paris Olympics

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 On July 29, 2024, at the Paris Olympics, the US men's gymnastics team ended a 16-year medal drought by securing the bronze medal. Stephen Nedoroscik's crucial performance on the pommel horse helped Team USA close the gap behind Japan and China. Simone Biles tweaked her leg but still competed in qualifying for the all-around final, while her team finished first with a record score. The US women also advanced to the all-around final, with Biles and Suni Lee leading the charge.
  • Two American Fencers, Lee Kiefer and Lauren Scruggs, Make History at the 2024 Paris Olympics: Kiefer Claims Gold, Scruggs Wins Silver in Women's Foil Final

    Two American Fencers, Lee Kiefer and Lauren Scruggs, Make History at the 2024 Paris Olympics: Kiefer Claims Gold, Scruggs Wins Silver in Women's Foil Final

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 In a historic moment at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Lee Kiefer and Lauren Scruggs made headlines as they brought home gold and silver medals for Team USA in the women's foil final. Kiefer, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, dedicated her win to her late coach while Scruggs became the first Black woman from the United States to win an individual Olympic fencing medal. Asian nations and the United States have been challenging European dominance in recent years.