WION News

WION News is an international news platform that provides in-depth analysis of global issues. The team is made up of diverse journalists who aim to deliver unbiased and non-partisan reportage. While there are some instances of potential biases, contradictions, conflicts of interest, and deceptiveness in the articles provided, these instances are rare and not major.

84%

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:

  • However, there are instances of potential biases in some articles such as the focus on Israeli military perspective in the article about Israel-Hamas conflict.
  • The articles provided show a tendency towards neutral reporting without any clear biases.

Conflicts of Interest

85%

Examples:

  • There are potential conflicts of interest present in some articles such as the mention of NASA in the article about space salads.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • However, these instances are rare and not major.
  • There are contradictions present in some articles such as the size of the sunspot cluster and information about Ingenuity helicopter's mission.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • However, these instances are rare and not major.
  • Some articles use sensationalism and misleading information such as the claim that a foodborne illness outbreak could derail a space mission.

Recent Articles

  • Newly Discovered Lunar Cave and China's Chang'e-6 Mission: Revolutionizing Space Exploration and Human Presence on the Moon

    Newly Discovered Lunar Cave and China's Chang'e-6 Mission: Revolutionizing Space Exploration and Human Presence on the Moon

    Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 China's groundbreaking lunar discoveries, including the first evidence of a lunar cave and successful Chang'e-6 mission retrieving samples from the moon's far side, have gained global attention and sparked interest in international partnerships for future space exploration.
  • Volodymyr Zelensky: Navigating the Tensions Between Russia and Western Democracies as Ukraine's Leader

    Volodymyr Zelensky: Navigating the Tensions Between Russia and Western Democracies as Ukraine's Leader

    Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 Amidst escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky faces potential assassination attempts and keeps a relocations bag ready. As a wartime leader, he has become tougher and more decisive while dealing with constant stress. Historically, conflicts between Russia and Anglo-Saxons date back to the 16th century, leading to NATO expansion that further fueled tensions. Zelensky is caught in a power struggle between Moscow and western democracies, balancing his people's needs with geopolitical realities.
  • NASA Faces First Legal Claim for Space Debris Damages: Family Seeks Compensation after Home is Hit by Intact ISS Cargo Pallet

    NASA Faces First Legal Claim for Space Debris Damages: Family Seeks Compensation after Home is Hit by Intact ISS Cargo Pallet

    Broke On: Friday, 08 March 2024 In March 2024, the Otero family of Naples, Florida filed the first legal claim against NASA for damages caused by space debris that fell through their roof. The incident involved a section of a cargo pallet carrying used batteries from the International Space Station that remained intact upon reentry and caused significant property damage. No injuries were reported, but the family seeks compensation for emotional distress, property damages, business interruptions, and assistance from third parties. NASA has six months to respond under the Federal Torts Claim Act; failure to do so could set a precedent for future space debris incidents.
  • London Leads Europe in Generative AI Startups: Accel and Dealroom Report

    London Leads Europe in Generative AI Startups: Accel and Dealroom Report

    Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024 London leads Europe with nearly 30% of new generative AI startups, driven by DeepMind's founding and major university support. France dominates in venture capital investments, with Mistral AI raising $644 million and inspiring Meta to open a lab.
  • Two Approaching Comets: Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) and the 'Devil's Comet' 12P/Pons-Brooks in June 2024

    Two Approaching Comets: Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) and the 'Devil's Comet' 12P/Pons-Brooks in June 2024

    Broke On: Saturday, 01 June 2024 In June 2024, two comets, Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) and Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, will make notable approaches to Earth. While ATLAS poses no threat during its closest approach on January 14, 2025, the Devil Comet, Pons-Brooks, makes its closest pass on June 2. Both comets provide unique observation opportunities for astronomers in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • Recent Solar Flares from Sunspot Region AR3663 Disrupt Power Systems, Satellites, and Navigation: May 2-3, 2024

    Recent Solar Flares from Sunspot Region AR3663 Disrupt Power Systems, Satellites, and Navigation: May 2-3, 2024

    Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024 On May 2 and 3, 2024, powerful solar flares from sunspot region AR3663 disrupted communications in Australia, Japan, and China via shortwave radio blackouts. An X-class flare on May 2 preceded an M-class flare hours later. NOAA issued a warning for a significant geomagnetic storm on May 2, anticipating voltage irregularities in power systems and charging issues for satellites in low Earth orbit. Power systems may experience false alarms, while satellites could face increased drag and charging, affecting their orientation and trajectory.
  • NASA's Psyche Spacecraft Sets Record with 140 Million-Mile Optical Data Transmission

    NASA's Psyche Spacecraft Sets Record with 140 Million-Mile Optical Data Transmission

    Broke On: Saturday, 08 April 2023 NASA's Psyche spacecraft sets a new record by transmitting laser data from 140 million miles away, marking a significant milestone in deep space communication. The achievement, using NASA's Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) technology, demonstrates the potential for high-speed data transmission and opens up possibilities for future missions.
  • Microgravity Makes Lettuce More Vulnerable to Salmonella Infections, Study Finds

    Microgravity Makes Lettuce More Vulnerable to Salmonella Infections, Study Finds

    Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 A new study shows that microgravity, the condition in which ISS astronauts live, can make lettuce more vulnerable to pathogens. The research could have a big influence on future crewed space missions to the moon and eventually Mars.
  • NASA Regains Contact with Mars Helicopter Ingenuity After Unexpected Loss of Communication During Flight 72

    NASA Regains Contact with Mars Helicopter Ingenuity After Unexpected Loss of Communication During Flight 72

    Broke On: Tuesday, 23 January 2024 NASA recovers lost contact with Mars helicopter Ingenuity after two-day silence during test flight. The chopper faced navigation challenges due to featureless terrain and flew upward for Flight 72, which confirmed its functionality.
  • New Study Traces Mysterious Radio Signal Back to Rare Cosmic Home

    New Study Traces Mysterious Radio Signal Back to Rare Cosmic Home

    Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024 A new study has traced the source of a powerful and mysterious radio signal that took 8 billion years to reach Earth back to its unusual cosmic home: a rare blob-like group of galaxies. The intense signal, named FRB 20220610A, was first detected on June 10, 2022 and traveled over eight billion light-years from the source in deep space.