Newsmax Media Inc.

Newsmax Media Inc. is a multimedia and broadcasting company that offers independent news with a conservative perspective. The company was founded by award-winning journalist Christopher Ruddy in 1998 and has since become a popular source of news and opinion for readers and viewers seeking balanced coverage, diverse viewpoints, and honest debates on the issues affecting their lives. Newsmax operates the Newsmax channel, available on all major cable systems in the U.S. and OTT streaming platforms, as well as its popular website Newsmax.com and publications like Newsmax Magazine. The company's media properties reach more than 40 million Americans regularly through various platforms such as social media, where they have a significant following. Newsmax champions a free press and is known for its diverse range of topics covering politics, health, technology, and more. The company is based in Boca Raton, Fla., and New York City.

83%

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

85%

Examples:

  • The articles tend to present a conservative perspective and sometimes focus on one side of an issue without providing counterarguments or alternative viewpoints.
  • There is a tendency to use sensational language in some articles.

Conflicts of Interest

78%

Examples:

  • The company has a conservative perspective and may have ties to certain political or industry figures.
  • There are instances where the articles present potential conflicts of interest, such as reporting on Intuitive Machines' moon lander mission while also mentioning NASA's plans to return astronauts to the moon.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • An article suggested a deadly resurgence of Yellow Fever, but other sources do not support this claim.
  • Some articles contain contradictory information, such as claiming that stopping low-dose aspirin reduces major and minor bleeding risk by more than 50% when continuing to take aspirin would not eliminate the risk entirely.

Deceptions

86%

Examples:

  • Some articles present only one side of an issue and lack balance, which can be misleading for readers.
  • There are instances where the articles contain misleading information, such as claiming that a technical issue with NASA's Deep Space Communications Complex caused communication failure for all spacecraft in the vicinity of Earth when it was actually due to a technical issue with Odysseus.

Recent Articles

  • White Evangelical Christians' Unwavering Support for Israel: A Moral Duty and End-Times Prophecy

    White Evangelical Christians' Unwavering Support for Israel: A Moral Duty and End-Times Prophecy

    Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024 White evangelical Christians' long-standing alliance with Israel is rooted in historical and theological connections. Following the Hamas invasion and massacre in 20XX, millions of dollars were donated to Israeli organizations, further solidifying their support. Evangelicals like David Ndayishimiye view standing with Israel as a moral duty. Recent studies indicate that younger generations may shift away from premillennial eschatology, potentially impacting future support levels.
  • New Study Finds Aspirin Reduces Bleeding Complications After PCI for Heart Attack Patients

    New Study Finds Aspirin Reduces Bleeding Complications After PCI for Heart Attack Patients

    Broke On: Tuesday, 09 April 2024 A new study published in The Lancet found that stopping aspirin one month after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for an acute coronary syndrome significantly reduces bleeding complications in heart attack patients. This is the first time a placebo-controlled trial has confirmed this finding, and it was presented at the American College of Cardiology 2024 Scientific Sessions on Sunday, April 7th.
  • Intuitive Machines' Odysseus: The First Private Moon Lander Successfully Launches and Completes Tests on the Moon Despite Technical Issues

    Intuitive Machines' Odysseus: The First Private Moon Lander Successfully Launches and Completes Tests on the Moon Despite Technical Issues

    Broke On: Monday, 25 March 2024 Intuitive Machines' private spaceship, Odysseus, became the first privately-funded spacecraft to land on the moon. Despite problems with its laser rangefinders that caused it to tip over onto its side, Odysseus completed tests and sent back photos before entering a lunar night. NASA received data from all five of its active payloads after the historic touchdown, including experiments put on board via a $118 million contract from CLPS. Intuitive Machines sees this as the first step towards private spacecraft landing on the moon regularly.

  • Study Suggests Minimal Stroke Risk Increase in Elderly Post COVID-19 and Flu Vaccinations

    Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023 Recent studies suggest a potential link between simultaneous administration of COVID-19 and flu vaccines and a slight increase in stroke risk among the elderly. The overall risk remains low, and the benefits of vaccination far outweigh the potential risks. Health officials emphasize the importance of both COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, especially for the elderly.

  • FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried to Testify in Federal Fraud Trial

    Broke On: Wednesday, 25 October 2023 Sam Bankman-Fried, the CEO of FTX, is set to testify in a federal fraud trial. The case involves allegations of fraudulent activities related to cryptocurrency transactions.

  • Resurgence of Dengue and Yellow Fever: What You Need to Know

    Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023 Dengue fever and Yellow fever, both mosquito-borne diseases, are reportedly making a resurgence. Dengue fever is a viral illness with no specific treatment, but early detection and proper medical care can lower fatality rates. Yellow fever, a disease from the 1800s, is also making a comeback with symptoms including fever, chills, loss of appetite, and in severe cases, yellow skin. Vaccination is the most important preventive measure against Yellow fever. Infectious disease experts warn that the U.S. should brace for a resurgence of Yellow fever.