Voice of America

Voice of America is a news organization that provides news and information to a global audience. The site covers a wide range of topics, including political and military conflicts, with a focus on events involving the United States or its allies. The site sometimes has conflicts of interest and may present one-sided views or misleading information.

88%

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

90%

Examples:

  • There is a strong focus on conflicts and tensions, particularly those involving the United States or its allies.
  • The source has a high bias score due to the use of inflammatory language and a tendency to present one-sided views of events without providing all necessary information. There are also instances where the source blames certain parties for issues without providing evidence.
  • The source often portrays certain countries or groups as threats or adversaries, which can create a sense of fear or suspicion among readers.

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

  • There are instances where the source appears to have a financial or political interest in presenting certain information in a particular way.
  • The source frequently covers topics related to political and military conflicts, particularly those involving the United States or its allies.
  • The source sometimes reports on issues related to lobbying or corruption, but does not always disclose relevant information about potential conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • There are instances where the source contradicts itself within articles, providing conflicting information about events or situations.
  • The source sometimes reports on multiple incidents involving the same topic and presents them as separate events, which can create a misleading or incomplete picture of the situation.

Deceptions

80%

Examples:

  • There are instances where the source presents information without providing proper context or background, which can lead to confusion or misunderstanding.
  • The source occasionally publishes false information or makes unsubstantiated claims, which can mislead readers.
  • The source sometimes uses sensationalistic language or exaggerates claims to create a misleading or incomplete picture of events.

Recent Articles

  • U.S., Russia, and China: Navigating Africa's Complex Security Landscape at the Gaborone Military Conference

    U.S., Russia, and China: Navigating Africa's Complex Security Landscape at the Gaborone Military Conference

    Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 Defense chiefs from 30 African countries gather in Botswana for a two-day conference addressing pressing security challenges, including counterterrorism efforts, cyber threats, and peacekeeping missions. The U.S., facing a shift in alliances with military juntas turning to Russian mercenaries, aims to tackle these issues through collaboration and dialogue with Russia, China, and other partners.
  • Israeli Man in His 60s Shot Dead in Qalqilya: Latest Casualty in Escalating West Bank Violence

    Israeli Man in His 60s Shot Dead in Qalqilya: Latest Casualty in Escalating West Bank Violence

    Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024 An Israeli man was fatally shot in the West Bank, prompting a military response and escalating tensions between Israelis and Palestinians. The incident follows a series of violent clashes in the region since October 2023, with both sides suffering casualties.
  • Boeing CEO Apologizes to Plane Crash Victims' Families, Addresses Safety Concerns at Senate Hearing: Whistleblowers Allege Retaliation and Hidden Parts

    Boeing CEO Apologizes to Plane Crash Victims' Families, Addresses Safety Concerns at Senate Hearing: Whistleblowers Allege Retaliation and Hidden Parts

    Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024 Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun apologized to families of plane crash victims and addressed safety concerns at a Senate hearing, acknowledging retaliation against employees who raised concerns. Whistleblowers testified about missing parts in Boeing planes and alleged hidden parts from FAA inspectors. Senators accused Boeing of prioritizing profits over safety, but Calhoun denied these allegations.
  • Record-Breaking $91.4 Billion Spent on Nuclear Weapons in 2023: US Leads the Way, China Rapidly Expanding Arsenal

    Record-Breaking $91.4 Billion Spent on Nuclear Weapons in 2023: US Leads the Way, China Rapidly Expanding Arsenal

    Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024 In 2023, global nuclear weapons spending reached a record high of $91.4 billion, with the US accounting for the largest portion at $51.5 billion. China's investment in its arsenal increased to $11.8 billion, and Russia spent $8.3 billion. Despite growing resistance to nuclear arms through organizations like ICAN, countries continue expanding their capabilities amid geopolitical tensions, with China potentially matching the US and Russia's intercontinental ballistic missiles by 2030.
  • Alex Jones Ordered to Liquidate Personal Assets Worth Less than $5 Million Due to Sandy Hook Lawsuits

    Alex Jones Ordered to Liquidate Personal Assets Worth Less than $5 Million Due to Sandy Hook Lawsuits

    Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones ordered to liquidate $5M personal assets due to $1.5B debt from Sandy Hook lawsuits, leaving future of Infowars uncertain.
  • Joe Biden Endorses Israeli Proposal for Six-Week Ceasefire in Gaza, Hamas Expresses Positive Views

    Joe Biden Endorses Israeli Proposal for Six-Week Ceasefire in Gaza, Hamas Expresses Positive Views

    Broke On: Saturday, 01 June 2024 US President Joe Biden endorses Israeli proposal for a six-week ceasefire in Gaza, including IDF withdrawal, humanitarian aid, and permanent cessation of hostilities. Hamas expresses positive views towards the plan but objectives like hostage return and elimination of Hamas capabilities remain unmet. Thousands killed, including children; international community calls for an end to violence and suffering.
  • Georgia's Controversial Foreign Agents Law: Transparency or Suppression of Dissent?

    Georgia's Controversial Foreign Agents Law: Transparency or Suppression of Dissent?

    Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024 Georgia's parliament overrode a presidential veto in May 2024 to pass a controversial foreign agents law, requiring media outlets and NGOs receiving over 20% foreign funding to register as pursuing foreign interests or face fines. Critics argue it suppresses civil society and independent media, while supporters claim it ensures transparency and national security. Protests against the law have been ongoing for weeks, with opponents claiming intimidation and beatings. The EU and US have expressed concern about its potential impact on Georgia's EU accession.
  • Russian Forces Strike Kharkiv's Epicenter Hypermarket, Killing at Least 18 and Injuring Nearly 200

    Russian Forces Strike Kharkiv's Epicenter Hypermarket, Killing at Least 18 and Injuring Nearly 200

    Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 At least 18 people, including a 12-year-old girl, were killed and over 40 injured when Russian forces struck the Epicenter hypermarket shopping center in Kharkiv, Ukraine on May 27th. The attack marked one of the deadliest incidents in recent weeks and came as a warning of an expected new Russian offensive in northeastern Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed to defend his country against aggression, with the US and allies expressing support. Kharkiv, a major commercial hub, has seen an increase in attacks forcing residents to flee.
  • Supreme Court Approves Controversial South Carolina Congressional Map, Diluting Black Voting Power

    Supreme Court Approves Controversial South Carolina Congressional Map, Diluting Black Voting Power

    Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 The Supreme Court upheld a South Carolina congressional map that removed thousands of Black voters from a district, ruling 6-3 that civil rights groups failed to prove racially motivated intent. The decision allows the contested Charleston-area district to be used in this year's elections, siding with Republicans prioritizing partisan advantage over minority representation.
  • G7 Ministers Call for New Sanctions Against Iran, Aid to Ukraine Amid Crises

    G7 Ministers Call for New Sanctions Against Iran, Aid to Ukraine Amid Crises

    Broke On: Wednesday, 17 April 2024 G7 ministers gather on Capri, calling for new Iran sanctions over attack against Israel and increased aid to Ukraine amid Russian aggression. At least 17 people killed in Chernihiv as Russia continues attacks; Zelensky requests NATO meeting for air defense systems.