France 24 News Channel

France 24 News Channel is an international news channel that broadcasts 24/7 in French, Arabic, English, and Spanish. The site covers global affairs with a French perspective and has a network of correspondents located in nearly every country. The site also provides digital content including articles, videos, and social media updates.

95%

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

90%

Examples:

  • There is a focus on providing a French perspective on global affairs.
  • The site has a slight bias towards reporting on conflicts and human rights issues.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • There is no clear conflict of interest reported for the site.
  • The site covers news stories from around the world without any apparent ulterior motives.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Contradictions are present in some articles but are generally minor.
  • Some contradictions involve the reporting of violent events and the number of people affected.

Deceptions

95%

Examples:

  • There are no instances of deceptive practices mentioned.
  • The site does not appear to be deceptive in its reporting.

Recent Articles

  • Sierra Leone's New Law Criminalizes Child Marriage: A Milestone for Girls' Rights and Development

    Sierra Leone's New Law Criminalizes Child Marriage: A Milestone for Girls' Rights and Development

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio signed the Prohibition of Child Marriage Bill 2024 into law on July 3rd, criminalizing marriage for girls under 18 and imposing penalties on offenders. The legislation aims to improve access to education and support services for affected children, building on existing efforts such as a new education law guaranteeing free education. Sierra Leone's First Lady Fatima Bio played a key role in advocating for the bill's passage, which is expected to set an example for other African nations.
  • Ismail Kadare: The Albanian Novelist Who Depicted Life Under Communism Through Metaphor and Quiet Sarcasm Until His Death at 88

    Ismail Kadare: The Albanian Novelist Who Depicted Life Under Communism Through Metaphor and Quiet Sarcasm Until His Death at 88

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 Acclaimed Albanian writer Ismail Kadare, known for his novels chronicling life under communist dictator Enver Hoxha, died at age 88 in Tirana. A graduate of Tirana University and Moscow's Maxim Gorky Literature Institute, Kadare used metaphor and sarcasm to depict Albanian reality despite being branded a traitor for defecting to France. His works, including 'Broken April' and 'The General of the Dead Army,' were translated into 45 languages and earned him numerous awards. Despite international acclaim, Kadare declined offers to become Albania's president.
  • South Africa's New Coalition Government: ANC and DA Join Forces for Rapid Economic Growth and a More Just Society

    South Africa's New Coalition Government: ANC and DA Join Forces for Rapid Economic Growth and a More Just Society

    Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024 South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa forms an unprecedented coalition government with the Democratic Alliance (DA) after ANC loses parliamentary majority. ANC keeps key ministries, DA secures six. Prioritizes economic growth and a more just society.
  • Germany's Scholz Concerned Over Far-Right Win in France: Implications for European Politics

    Germany's Scholz Concerned Over Far-Right Win in France: Implications for European Politics

    Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024 Vice President Harris unveils $1.5 billion in aid for Ukraine at a peace summit as the death toll from Russian bombing of a hypermarket in Kharkiv rises to 12, prompting calls for more air defense systems. French elections result in a significant gain for the far-right National Rally party, leading to concerns over its impact on European politics and upcoming legislative elections. Germany's Scholz expresses concern over the prospect of a far-right win in France.
  • Chiquita Brands International: The Banana Company That Funded Colombian Paramilitaries and the Human Toll

    Chiquita Brands International: The Banana Company That Funded Colombian Paramilitaries and the Human Toll

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 In the early 2000s, Chiquita Brands International financed Colombia's paramilitary group, AUC, resulting in numerous human rights abuses and $38.3 million damages paid to victims' families. Despite claims of duress, Chiquita was held accountable for funding terrorism and contributing to the suffering of innocent civilians.
  • Hezbollah Commander's Killing Triggers Renewed Hostilities Between Hezbollah and Israel: Retaliatory Rocket Attacks and Escalating Tensions

    Hezbollah Commander's Killing Triggers Renewed Hostilities Between Hezbollah and Israel: Retaliatory Rocket Attacks and Escalating Tensions

    Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 Hezbollah commander Taleb Abdallah was killed in an Israeli airstrike near the Lebanon-Israel border on June 12, 2024. The incident triggered retaliatory rocket attacks on northern Israel and escalating tensions between the two parties. Abdallah was a senior official in Hezbollah's Nasr Unit responsible for areas close to the Israeli border. The Israeli military targeted a meeting between Abdallah and three other officials at a house in Jwaya, leading to over 90 rocket attacks on Israeli territory.
  • Dengue Fever Surges in Europe: 1,500+ Imported Cases and Expanding Mosquito Range Amid Climate Change

    Dengue Fever Surges in Europe: 1,500+ Imported Cases and Expanding Mosquito Range Amid Climate Change

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Dengue fever, transmitted by the Asian tiger mosquito (aedes albopictus), is surging in Europe with 130 locally acquired cases and over 4900 imported cases reported in 2023. The disease's spread is attributed to climate change and the mosquito's presence in 13 EU/EEA countries. France, which has seen most native cases, is taking measures to monitor and trap the invasive species. The EU health commissioner urges Europe to prepare for a rise in mosquito-borne diseases due to global warming.
  • Europe's New Hope: The Anticipated Launch of Ariane 6 on July 9

    Europe's New Hope: The Anticipated Launch of Ariane 6 on July 9

    Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024 The European Space Agency (ESA) is set to launch the long-awaited Ariane 6 rocket on July 9, marking Europe's return to independent space travel. This powerful and versatile launcher, carrying eight cubesats and reentry capsules, will offer ride-sharing launches for small satellites and pave the way for commercial operations. Delayed due to Covid-19 and technical issues, Ariane 6 is crucial for Europe's space program with an order book of 30 missions.
  • Thousands March in Jerusalem on Jerusalem Day, Clashes with Palestinian Activists and Israeli Police Ensue

    Thousands March in Jerusalem on Jerusalem Day, Clashes with Palestinian Activists and Israeli Police Ensue

    Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 Thousands of Israeli nationalists marked Jerusalem Day on June 6, 2024, leading to clashes with Palestinian residents and activist groups. Around 60 Jewish-Palestinian activists attempted to prevent potential violence during the march. Previous years have resulted in numerous injuries, including over 160 Palestinians injured during a Flag March in 2023. Israeli police deployed over 3,000 officers but incidents of violence and hate speech still occurred, with right-wing activists vandalizing humanitarian aid trucks to Gaza. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir declared the celebration sent a message to Hamas.
  • Chicago Protests El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele Ahead of Inauguration: Constitutional Changes and Human Rights Concerns

    Chicago Protests El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele Ahead of Inauguration: Constitutional Changes and Human Rights Concerns

    Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024 In May 2024, Chicago protested El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele ahead of his second inauguration, amid controversy over constitutional reforms and human rights concerns. Bukele's party controls all branches of government and has removed key judicial figures. The president gained popularity through tough gang violence measures but faces criticism for limiting citizens' constitutional rights and high prison population rates.