National Public Radio (NPR)

National Public Radio (NPR) is an independent, nonprofit media organization that aims to inform the public and foster a deeper understanding of events, ideas, and cultures. NPR collaborates with member stations across the country to provide news and programming that upholds high journalistic standards. The organization's reporting covers a wide range of topics, including politics, business, technology, health, arts, and culture. NPR's mission is supported by donations from listeners across the country.

87%

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

95%

Examples:

  • NPR consistently presents factual and balanced reporting.
  • The articles analyzed do not contain any clear examples of editorializing or favoring one side over another.

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

  • NPR does not have any apparent conflicts of interest in the articles analyzed.
  • The organization's mission and reporting practices prioritize impartiality and accuracy.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • However, the specific details and sources of the contradictions vary.
  • In some articles, contradictions are mentioned and addressed.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • However, these instances are rare and not a significant focus of the reporting.
  • Some articles contain misleading information or deceptive practices.

Recent Articles

  • 13 Novels Make Up the 2024 Booker Prize Longlist: A Diverse Range of Topics from Rachel Kushner and More

    13 Novels Make Up the 2024 Booker Prize Longlist: A Diverse Range of Topics from Rachel Kushner and More

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 The 2024 Booker Prize longlist unveils 13 novels, with six from America and four from the UK/Ireland. Topics span family histories, environmental activism, and floating cities in the Pacific. Rachel Kushner's American novel is among them.
  • Team USA's Size Advantage Propels Dominant Win Over Japan in Women's Basketball Olympic Debut

    Team USA's Size Advantage Propels Dominant Win Over Japan in Women's Basketball Olympic Debut

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 Team USA, spearheaded by A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, and Brittney Griner's impressive performances, kicked off their quest for an eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal with a dominant 102-76 win over Japan. The Americans outrebounded Japan 56-27 and dominated the offensive glass with 19 rebounds. Wilson led scoring with 24 points, while Stewart added 22 and Griner returned from imprisonment to contribute 11 points and nine rebounds.
  • Erica Ash, Talented Actress and Comedian, Dies at 46: Known for Roles in 'Real Husbands of Hollywood' and 'Mad TV'

    Erica Ash, Talented Actress and Comedian, Dies at 46: Known for Roles in 'Real Husbands of Hollywood' and 'Mad TV'

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 Erica Ash, a versatile actress and comedian known for her roles in 'Real Husbands of Hollywood' and 'Mad TV', passed away at the age of 46. Born in Florida, Ash began her career on sketch comedy shows before landing recurring roles on BET's 'The Real Husbands of Hollywood' and Starz's 'Survivor's Remorse'. Known for her impersonations and social media presence, Ash appeared in numerous TV shows and films including 'Scary Movie V'. The cause of her death remains undisclosed.
  • India at Paris 2024 Olympics: One Bronze and Counting - A Look at India's Medal Winners and Tally by Sport

    India at Paris 2024 Olympics: One Bronze and Counting - A Look at India's Medal Winners and Tally by Sport

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 India aims to build on its best-ever Olympic performance at Tokyo 2020, as 117 athletes compete in 69 medal events across 16 sports at Paris 2024 from July 26 to August 11. Notable athletes include Neeraj Chopra, PV Sindhu, Mirabai Chanu and the Indian men's hockey team. India has won a total of 36 medals in the Olympics so far, with men's hockey and wrestling being the biggest contributors.
  • Team USA Women's Basketball: Overcoming Challenges Ahead of Paris Olympics - First Practice Since WNBA All-Star Game

    Team USA Women's Basketball: Overcoming Challenges Ahead of Paris Olympics - First Practice Since WNBA All-Star Game

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 Ahead 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.
  • New Insights into Alzheimer's Disease: Reelin, Neurofibrillary Tangles, and Emerging Biomarkers

    New Insights into Alzheimer's Disease: Reelin, Neurofibrillary Tangles, and Emerging Biomarkers

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by memory loss, cognitive decline, and behavioral changes. Recent research reveals its complex nature, focusing on pathological hallmarks - amyloid plaques and tau tangles. New findings suggest that maintaining adequate levels of Reelin protein might protect against amyloid plaque formation. Additionally, understanding cellular responses to neurofibrillary tangles could lead to potential therapeutic strategies. New biomarkers in cerebrospinal fluid offer hope for early detection and prediction.
  • Massive Park Fire in Northern California: Seventh-Largest in State History, Destroys Structures and Forces Evacuations

    Massive Park Fire in Northern California: Seventh-Largest in State History, Destroys Structures and Forces Evacuations

    Broke On: Wednesday, 24 July 2024 The Park Fire, ignited by arson in Northern California since July 24, has grown to become the seventh-largest wildfire in California's history, consuming over 350,000 acres. Unprecedented heat waves and strong winds have caused grasses, brush, and trees to dry out and fuel the fire's rapid spread. The extreme conditions have led to destructive fires across the western United States and Canada, forcing thousands of evacuations.
  • Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Escalate: At Least 15 Killed in Golan Heights and Gaza, Hezbollah Denies Responsibility

    Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Escalate: At Least 15 Killed in Golan Heights and Gaza, Hezbollah Denies Responsibility

    Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 In the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights, a rocket attack killed 12 people, including children, and was blamed on Hezbollah by the Israeli military. On the same day, an Israeli strike hit a school in Gaza, killing 30 and wounding over 100. These incidents have increased tensions between Israel and its neighbors, particularly Hezbollah. The UN called for an immediate ceasefire.
  • Vice President Harris Says: Quote by Kamala Harris

    Vice President Harris Says: Quote by Kamala Harris

    Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 Vice President Kamala Harris makes a notable statement.
  • Top Contenders for Kamala Harris's 2024 Vice Presidential Pick: Mark Kelly, Josh Shapiro, and Tim Walz

    Top Contenders for Kamala Harris's 2024 Vice Presidential Pick: Mark Kelly, Josh Shapiro, and Tim Walz

    Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024 Vice President Kamala Harris is set to announce her 2024 presidential running mate from a list of top contenders: Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Each brings unique strengths to the table: Kelly's military background lends credibility on defense and foreign policy; Shapiro's leadership experience spans both state and local levels; Walz has a proven ability to attract voters outside Democratic bases in key swing states.