The Star Advertiser

The Star Advertiser is a daily newspaper published in Honolulu, Hawaii. It covers local and national news, including politics, business, sports and entertainment. The site features breaking news stories as well as in-depth analysis pieces. The primary topics covered by the site include current events, politics, business and finance.

90%

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

88%

Examples:

  • The site has a tendency to present information without any significant biases.

Conflicts of Interest

99%

Examples:

  • There is a low likelihood of conflicts of interest present in the site's reporting.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Some articles mention past events that have contradicted current statements made by individuals or organizations.
  • There are instances where contradictions are mentioned in the articles.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • The site occasionally uses deceptive practices such as misleading headlines or presenting partial information to manipulate readers' opinions.

Recent Articles

  • Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Intense Gaza City Fighting: Civilians Trapped Amidst Ongoing Conflict

    Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Intense Gaza City Fighting: Civilians Trapped Amidst Ongoing Conflict

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 Two Israeli soldiers were killed in intense clashes between Israeli troops and Hamas operatives in Gaza City on July 1, 2024. Meanwhile, civilians were trapped amidst ongoing fighting as Israeli tanks advanced on the district of Shujayea. Al Jazeera obtained footage showing Israeli military using Palestinian prisoners as human shields during searches for explosives. At least six Palestinians were killed and several homes destroyed in Rafah, with residents unable to leave due to ongoing strikes.
  • North Korea Launches Two Ballistic Missiles: Distance and Type Revealed

    North Korea Launches Two Ballistic Missiles: Distance and Type Revealed

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 North Korea launched two ballistic missiles on July 1, 2024, with the first traveling approximately 600 km and the second around 120 km.
  • Japanese Yen Hits 36-Year Low Against US Dollar: Bearish Traders Predict Further Decline

    Japanese Yen Hits 36-Year Low Against US Dollar: Bearish Traders Predict Further Decline

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 The Japanese yen hits its weakest level against the US dollar since 1986, as investors favor higher-yielding greenbacks and despite intervention efforts by Japan's Ministry of Finance and central bank. Analysts predict further rate hikes from the Bank of Japan, but a durable rally may require Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The dollar index rises as traders bet on Fed rate cuts this year, while the euro slips following suggestions for more European Central Bank rate cuts.
  • Surgeon General Advocates for Social Media Warning Labels to Address Adolescent Mental Health Crisis

    Surgeon General Advocates for Social Media Warning Labels to Address Adolescent Mental Health Crisis

    Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024 Surgeon General Vivek Murthy calls for warning labels on social media platforms due to mental health risks for adolescents. Social media use linked to increased anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues among teenagers. Congressional approval required for implementation; tech industry opposes but Dr. Murthy believes government intervention necessary.
  • US Military's Alleged Disinformation Campaign Against China's Sinovac Vaccine: A Closer Look

    US Military's Alleged Disinformation Campaign Against China's Sinovac Vaccine: A Closer Look

    Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 During the COVID-19 pandemic, unconfirmed reports suggest the US military ran a covert campaign to discredit China's influence using fake social media accounts and disinformation. Targeted countries included the Philippines, with an anti-vaccine narrative against China's Sinovac vaccine spreading under the slogan #Chinaisavirus.
  • NYPD Officer Hieu Tran Charged with Attempted Murder in New Jersey Road Rage Shooting

    NYPD Officer Hieu Tran Charged with Attempted Murder in New Jersey Road Rage Shooting

    Broke On: Wednesday, 17 May 2023 New York City police officer Hieu Tran, assigned to the public information office, is charged with attempted murder and other crimes following a road rage shooting incident in New Jersey on May 17, 2023. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment and Tran's NYPD-issued firearm was linked to ballistic evidence at the scene. The investigation is ongoing, with more details expected to be released.
  • Kilauea Volcano Erupts Again: Red Alert Issued as Lava Emerges from Summit

    Kilauea Volcano Erupts Again: Red Alert Issued as Lava Emerges from Summit

    Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024 Kilauea Volcano on Hawaii's Big Island resumed erupting around 12:30 a.m. local time on June 3, 2024, with visible lava emergence from the summit and a raised alert level due to potential hazards from lava flows, volcanic gas emissions, and earthquakes.
  • Former Trump Allies Identified as Unindicted Co-Conspirators in Michigan's Election Interference Investigation

    Former Trump Allies Identified as Unindicted Co-Conspirators in Michigan's Election Interference Investigation

    Broke On: Wednesday, 24 April 2024 Former President Trump and several associates, including Mark Meadows, Rudy Giuliani, Jenna Ellis, and others, are identified as unindicted co-conspirators in Michigan's investigation into election interference during the 2020 presidential election. They allegedly participated in a scheme to appoint fake electors after Trump lost the state by approximately 155,000 votes. Charges have been brought against 15 individuals for being fake electors for Trump, while defense lawyers argue they were led astray by the Republican Party and Trump campaign. Investigations are ongoing in Georgia, Nevada, Arizona, and Wisconsin.
  • New Dengue Case Reported in Hawaii: Highly Dense Mosquito Populations Found Around Resident's Home

    New Dengue Case Reported in Hawaii: Highly Dense Mosquito Populations Found Around Resident's Home

    Broke On: Saturday, 13 April 2024 A new case of dengue virus has been reported in Haleiwa on Oahu. Highly dense populations of the Aedes albopictus mosquito were found around the resident's home and surrounding area.
  • Stock Market Recovery: S&P 500 Hits Fresh Record High Amid Mixed Economic Reports

    Stock Market Recovery: S&P 500 Hits Fresh Record High Amid Mixed Economic Reports

    Broke On: Friday, 16 February 2024 The stock market has recovered after weaker-than-expected retail sales soothe inflation worries. The S&P 500 hit a fresh record high on Thursday, and U.S. stocks set another record today following some mixed reports on the economy.