The Boston Globe

The Boston Globe is a reputable news source that provides comprehensive coverage of local, national, and international news. The site features articles on politics, business, sports, entertainment and more. It also includes live blogs for some events and covers various topics such as the Supreme Court's ruling on obstruction cases, the Iowa Supreme Court's decision on a 6-week abortion ban, and the Boston Public Schools closing for parade celebrations. The site does not appear to have any significant conflicts of interest or deceptive practices but there are instances where it reports on potential deception or misinformation from other sources.

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:

  • The Boston Globe appears to provide generally unbiased reporting.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • There are no specific conflicts of interest mentioned for The Boston Globe.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • There is an instance of contradictory information in the article 'Karen Read trial: live blog for Friday' where it states that John O'Keefe's body was found with a clear patch of grass around it, indicating how long his body had been there. Prosecutor Adam Lally testified that a witness couldn't see John O'Keefe when they arrived at the scene and it was Karen Read who pointed him out. There were no footprints or drag marks around John O'Keefe's body.

Deceptions

65%

Examples:

  • The site does not seem to have any overt deceptive practices but there are instances in some articles where they report on the potential deception or misinformation from other sources.

Recent Articles

  • Serbian Police Officer Shot with Crossbow Outside Israeli Embassy: Assailant Killed, Officer Critically Wounded

    Serbian Police Officer Shot with Crossbow Outside Israeli Embassy: Assailant Killed, Officer Critically Wounded

    Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024 A Serbian police officer was critically injured in a crossbow attack outside the Israeli embassy in Belgrade on June 29, 2024. The assailant, whose identity remains unknown, asked for museum information before shooting the officer and was subsequently killed by the wounded man. The incident occurred amid heightened tensions between Israel and groups linked to the Wahhabi movement. While no embassy employees were injured, recent years have seen similar attacks against Israeli embassies using various weapons.
  • Fifteen Cases of Whooping Cough Reported in Brookline, Massachusetts: Public Health Officials Urge Vaccination and Precautions

    Fifteen Cases of Whooping Cough Reported in Brookline, Massachusetts: Public Health Officials Urge Vaccination and Precautions

    Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 Fifteen cases of whooping cough, a bacterial infection causing severe coughing spells and potentially life-threatening for young children and infants, have been reported in Brookline, Massachusetts. Public health officials urge residents to ensure they and their children are up-to-date on their vaccines (DTaP for under 7s, Tdap for over 7s), with pregnant women getting the Tdap vaccine after week 27 to protect themselves and newborns. Vaccination is the best defense against whooping cough, which spreads easily through droplets from coughing, sneezing or talking.
  • Jury Deadlocks in Karen Read Murder Trial: Unable to Reach Verdict in Boston Police Officer's Death Case

    Jury Deadlocks in Karen Read Murder Trial: Unable to Reach Verdict in Boston Police Officer's Death Case

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 The Karen Read murder trial, in which she is accused of killing her boyfriend, Boston Police officer John O'Keefe, has reached a deadlock as the jury signaled they are unable to reach a unanimous verdict. The defense argues others have framed Read for the crime, while the prosecution alleges she backed into O'Keefe with a car and left him to die. After several days of deliberations, the jury was instructed to continue on Friday.
  • Iowa Supreme Court Upholds Six-Week Abortion Ban: What It Means for Reproductive Rights in Iowa and Beyond

    Iowa Supreme Court Upholds Six-Week Abortion Ban: What It Means for Reproductive Rights in Iowa and Beyond

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 Iowa Supreme Court upheld a six-week abortion ban on June 28, 2024, significantly restricting abortions in the state and prohibiting most after early cardiac activity detection. Exceptions include miscarriages, life-threatening situations for the pregnant woman, fetal abnormalities leading to infant death, rapes reported within 45 days, and incest reported within 140 days. The ruling sets a precedent as Iowa becomes one of over two dozen states with abortion restrictions or bans.
  • Supreme Court Narrows Scope of Obstruction Charge in Jan. 6 Capitol Case, Potentially Affecting Hundreds of Defendants

    Supreme Court Narrows Scope of Obstruction Charge in Jan. 6 Capitol Case, Potentially Affecting Hundreds of Defendants

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 The Supreme Court narrowed the interpretation of Section 1512(c)(2) of Title 18 of the US Code in a ruling that could impact over 300 Jan. 6 defendants and two charges against former President Trump. The decision, which was met with dissent, focuses on obstructing an official proceeding to apply only to evidence tampering.
  • Massachusetts Murder Trial: Jury Deliberates in Karen Read Case Amidst Allegations of Police Cover-up and Text Scandals

    Massachusetts Murder Trial: Jury Deliberates in Karen Read Case Amidst Allegations of Police Cover-up and Text Scandals

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 The Karen Read murder trial, in its third day of jury deliberations, involves the accused killing her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, by hitting him with her SUV and leaving him to die in a snowstorm after a night of drinking. The defense argues she was framed and evidence suggests O'Keefe was beaten up inside the house before being left outside. Controversy surrounds the case due to accusations of police cover-up, volatile relationship, and offensive texts from an investigator. Canton is conducting an audit of its Police Department amidst public protests.
  • Massachusetts Attorney General Sets Precedent with Uber and Lyft Labor Deal: $32.50 Minimum Hourly Wage, Benefits for Drivers

    Massachusetts Attorney General Sets Precedent with Uber and Lyft Labor Deal: $32.50 Minimum Hourly Wage, Benefits for Drivers

    Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced on June 27, 2024, that Uber and Lyft will pay their drivers a minimum wage of $32.50 per hour with benefits such as paid sick leave and health care stipends. This agreement sets a precedent for gig workers' rights in the industry and could impact labor laws nationwide.
  • Boston Police Officer's Girlfriend on Trial for His Murder: Alleged Reverse Hit-and-Run or Framed?

    Boston Police Officer's Girlfriend on Trial for His Murder: Alleged Reverse Hit-and-Run or Framed?

    Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 A Boston police officer, John O'Keefe, 35, was found dead outside a house in Dedham, Massachusetts in January 2024. His girlfriend, Karen Read, is on trial for second-degree murder and related charges. Prosecutors allege that Read intentionally struck O'Keefe with her SUV after they attended a late-night party together. The trial has been ongoing for over two months and has seen testimony from 74 witnesses.
  • Canton Trial: Frozen Evidence and Allegations of Cover-Up in Karen Read's Hit-and-Run Case

    Canton Trial: Frozen Evidence and Allegations of Cover-Up in Karen Read's Hit-and-Run Case

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 In Canton, Massachusetts, a high-profile trial is underway to determine if Karen Read intentionally hit and killed her boyfriend, John O'Keefe, during a blizzard. The defense claims someone else is responsible and that evidence has been manipulated to frame Read. The investigation involves the Albert family and their law enforcement connections. Closing arguments are expected on Tuesday after which the jury will begin deliberations.
  • Tom Kim Holds One-Stroke Lead at Travelers Championship After Historic Third Round, Shoots 65; Scottie Scheffler and Akshay Bhatia Join Him in Final Grouping

    Tom Kim Holds One-Stroke Lead at Travelers Championship After Historic Third Round, Shoots 65; Scottie Scheffler and Akshay Bhatia Join Him in Final Grouping

    Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 Tom Kim leads the 2024 Travelers Championship by one stroke after a rain-delayed third round, finishing with a par on 18. Cameron Young sets new record with a score of 59. Final round begins early on Sunday, June 23rd; Kim joins Scheffler and Bhatia in the final grouping at 1:11 PM EDT.