AOL News

AOL News is a news website that covers various topics including politics, entertainment, business, and lifestyle. The site features articles from a diverse range of writers and aims to provide accurate and up-to-date information. While the site generally maintains a neutral point of view in its reporting, there have been instances of misleading headlines or excerpts to attract clicks.

91%

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 is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

98%

Examples:

  • AOL News appears to present articles with a neutral point of view.

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

  • There are no clear conflicts of interest reported for AOL News.

Contradictions

87%

Examples:

Deceptions

80%

Examples:

  • AOL News occasionally uses misleading headlines or excerpts to attract clicks.

Recent Articles

  • Sinead O'Connor: Irish Singer Passes Away from COPD and Asthma at 56

    Sinead O'Connor: Irish Singer Passes Away from COPD and Asthma at 56

    Broke On: Wednesday, 26 July 2023 Irish singer Sinead O'Connor, renowned for her haunting rendition of 'Nothing Compares 2 U,' passed away in July 2023 at age 56 due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. She had cancelled tour dates following her son Shane's suicide earlier that year. Born in County Wicklow, O'Connor rose to fame with her debut album 'The Lion and the Cobra,' and gained international recognition with 'Nothing Compares 2 U.' Survived by three children.
  • US Retail Sales Surprise with 0.8% Increase in June Amid Challenges

    US Retail Sales Surprise with 0.8% Increase in June Amid Challenges

    Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 US retail sales defied expectations with a 0.8% increase in June, excluding auto and gas, despite declines in gas station sales and vehicle purchases due to cyberattacks. Home improvement stores and online sales saw growth.
  • Richard Simmons: The Inclusive Fitness Icon Who Inspired Millions to Transform Their Lives

    Richard Simmons: The Inclusive Fitness Icon Who Inspired Millions to Transform Their Lives

    Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024 Renowned fitness instructor and media personality Richard Simmons, born in New Orleans, passed away at 76. Known for his inclusive approach to fitness and weight loss despite personal struggles, Simmons inspired millions through exercise videos, books, TV shows, and personal appearances. His career spanned decades with over 65 fitness videos released.
  • 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.