AOL News

AOL News is a popular video entertainment news site that covers various topics including elections, politics, sports (particularly focusing on American football and baseball), and pop culture. The site also provides daily horoscopes and articles on a variety of other subjects such as health, animals, business, personal finance, food, and lifestyle. While the site appears to have a balanced approach to reporting with no clear political or ideological affiliations, there have been instances of racially-charged incidents and some deceptive headlines. There are no clear conflicts of interest reported in the articles. The site has a high readability score, offering engaging and accessible content for its audience.

88%

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:

  • AOL News appears to have a balanced approach to reporting, with no clear political or ideological affiliations.

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

  • There are no clear instances of conflicts of interest reported in the articles.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In another article, it was reported that scientists called for urgent action on mpox strain, but also mentioned that vaccines and treatments used to combat the global outbreak of mpox are not available in Congo. This could be seen as a contradiction in the response to the issue.
  • In one article, it was reported that American Airlines faced previous allegations of racial discrimination from the NAACP in 2017 and had been warned to improve its operations. However, the NAACP warned black travellers to avoid American Airlines again in June due to an incident that occurred in January. This suggests a pattern of racially-charged incidents.

Deceptions

80%

Examples:

  • In some articles, there are instances where the headline may be misleading without reading the full article. For example, 'Sorry The Bear Fans, a Carmy-Sydney Romance Is Not on the Menu' could be interpreted as implying that there was a potential romantic relationship between two characters, when in fact the article debunks such rumors.

Recent Articles

  • Taylor Swift's Dublin Concert: Surprise Appearances by Travis Kelce and Julia Roberts

    Taylor Swift's Dublin Concert: Surprise Appearances by Travis Kelce and Julia Roberts

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 Taylor Swift's Dublin concert featured surprise appearances by Travis Kelce and Julia Roberts. Kelce attended just one day after a wedding, delighting fans and causing Swift to react with enthusiasm during her performance of 'august'. Roberts joined him in the VIP tent, tickling and rubbing his chest as they chatted. Swift had a mishap during 'The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived' but dedicated 'Clara Bow' to Stevie Nicks and performed 'You're On Your Own, Kid'. Kelce managed to keep his travel plans secret, surprising Swift at the show.
  • Starbucks Boosts Innovation and Digital Capabilities to Revitalize US and Chinese Markets Amid Challenges

    Starbucks Boosts Innovation and Digital Capabilities to Revitalize US and Chinese Markets Amid Challenges

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 Starbucks enhances product innovation, operations, and digital capabilities to boost sales in US and China markets. Amid flat revenues and declining comparable store sales, the company introduces new products like pistachio lattes in the US and coffee forward innovations in China. Starbucks aims to meet demand across dayparts using technology, increase store count by 4%, and invest in omnichannel capabilities. Despite challenges such as commoditization, underperforming iced energy drinks, and labor troubles with live pastry displays, the implementation of Siren Craft System shows promising results.
  • Surprise Collaborations at Glastonbury 2024: Dua Lipa and Tame Impala, Coldplay and Michael J. Fox

    Surprise Collaborations at Glastonbury 2024: Dua Lipa and Tame Impala, Coldplay and Michael J. Fox

    Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024 Music legends Dua Lipa and Michael J. Fox made surprise appearances at Glastonbury Festival 2024, collaborating with Tame Impala and Coldplay respectively. Dua Lipa and Tame Impala's Kevin Parker performed 'The Less I Know the Better' and 'Houdini'. Michael J. Fox joined Coldplay on guitar for 'Humankind' and 'Fix You', performing from a wheelchair in a heartwarming moment. Both artists delivered impressive sets, with Dua Lipa performing hits like 'Levitating' and Coldplay playing classics like 'Yellow' with a live orchestra.
  • Two Former Uvalde School Police Officers Indicted for Botched Response to 2022 Robb Elementary School Shooting

    Two Former Uvalde School Police Officers Indicted for Botched Response to 2022 Robb Elementary School Shooting

    Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 Two former Uvalde school officers, Pete Arredondo and Adrian Gonzales, have been indicted for their roles in the botched response to the 2022 Robb Elementary School shooting, marking the first criminal charges filed in connection with the tragedy that left 19 children and two teachers dead. Arredondo is accused of endangering ten children by not enforcing UCISD's active shooter response plan, while Gonzales was also indicted for unknown reasons. Families of the victims expect more names to be brought to light and want further indictments, questioning why only two individuals have been charged.
  • The Bear Season 3: A New Chapter Without Carmy and Sydney's Romance

    The Bear Season 3: A New Chapter Without Carmy and Sydney's Romance

    Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 The third season of The Bear, an FX on Hulu original series, premieres on June 26, 2023. This installment focuses on Carmy's journey to run a successful Chicago restaurant without the complications of a romantic entanglement with Sydney.
  • Pisces Moon on June 26: Opportunities for Taurus, Scorpio, and Pisces

    Pisces Moon on June 26: Opportunities for Taurus, Scorpio, and Pisces

    Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 During the Pisces Moon on June 26, 2024, Taurus individuals may attract career opportunities requiring growth, Scorpios can see their hard work pay off with achievements, and Pisces may discover new creative projects. Open-minded pursuit of these opportunities can lead to significant rewards.
  • Urgent Action Needed to Contain Deadly Mpox Outbreak Spreading in Africa, WHO Warns

    Urgent Action Needed to Contain Deadly Mpox Outbreak Spreading in Africa, WHO Warns

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 Urgent action needed to contain deadly mpox outbreak in Africa, with over 8,600 reported cases and around 410 deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo this year. A new strain of mpox, primarily spreading through sexual contact among men and women, has a fatality rate of up to 10% in children. The WHO emphasizes the need for immediate access to vaccines and treatments as cases continue to surge, affecting 24 out of 26 provinces in Congo and posing a risk for neighboring countries.
  • Three Black Passengers Sue American Airlines for Racial Discrimination After Being Removed from Flight over Body Odor Complaint

    Three Black Passengers Sue American Airlines for Racial Discrimination After Being Removed from Flight over Body Odor Complaint

    Broke On: Friday, 05 January 2024 Three Black passengers sued American Airlines for racial discrimination after being removed from a flight due to complaints about body odor. The incident occurred in January and resulted in employees being put on leave. The NAACP previously issued a travel advisory against American Airlines due to reports of discriminatory behavior.
  • Travis Scott Arrested for Disorderly Intoxication and Trespassing at Miami Charters Boat

    Travis Scott Arrested for Disorderly Intoxication and Trespassing at Miami Charters Boat

    Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024 Renowned rapper Travis Scott was arrested for trespassing and disorderly intoxication in Miami on June 20, 2024, following an altercation on a charter boat. With a history of disorderly conduct charges and ongoing lawsuits from the Astroworld Festival incident, Scott was booked at the Miami-Dade County Jail and posted bond.
  • New Research Questions Safety of Raw Milk: Two Articles Warn of Potential Health Risks

    New Research Questions Safety of Raw Milk: Two Articles Warn of Potential Health Risks

    Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 Two new articles have raised concerns about the health risks of consuming raw milk, despite its perceived natural appeal. HuffPost reported on a merchandise error from Turning Point USA, but the discussion on raw milk's safety is gaining attention.