New Scientist Magazine

New Scientist is a popular weekly science and technology publication that covers international news from a scientific standpoint and asks the big-picture questions about life, the universe and what it means to be human. The magazine was founded in 1956 for

99%

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

100%

Examples:

  • New Scientist presents a balanced, impartial viewpoint on the biggest stories as they happen to give you the facts you need.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • New Scientist is based in London and New York, with operations elsewhere in the UK, the US and Australia.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • A drug has increased the lifespans of laboratory mice by nearly 25% in a discovery that may slow human ageing.
  • Researchers have used mathematical modeling to predict the historical risk of pathogens surviving long enough to disembark with passengers on early ocean crossings.
  • The world is off track to meet the target of reducing AIDS-related deaths to below 250,000 by 2025.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

  • A drug has increased the lifespans of laboratory mice by nearly 25% in a discovery that may slow human ageing.
  • The latest shingles vaccine may delay or possibly even prevent the onset of dementia more effectively than an older version.

Recent Articles

  • New Study Suggests Semaglutide's Role in Smoking Cessation: Reducing Tobacco Cravings with Diabetes Medication

    New Study Suggests Semaglutide's Role in Smoking Cessation: Reducing Tobacco Cravings with Diabetes Medication

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 New study suggests semaglutide-based medicines like Ozempic and Wegovy may aid in smoking cessation by reducing tobacco cravings. Researchers at Case Western Reserve University found that individuals using semaglutide were less likely to seek tobacco-related healthcare than those on other diabetes medications, indicating its potential for addiction treatment. The drug's effect on the reward system in the brain may contribute to this ability.
  • SpaceX's Starship: Fifth Test Flight Approaches with Challenges and Milestones

    SpaceX's Starship: Fifth Test Flight Approaches with Challenges and Milestones

    Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024 SpaceX prepares for Starship Flight 5, aiming to make both stages reusable with a static fire test and potential booster landing. Challenges include FAA approval and heat shield tile loss during reentry. Elon Musk predicts late August or early September launch.
  • New Study Challenges Common Belief: Diseases May Not Have Spread Easily from European Ships to New World Populations

    New Study Challenges Common Belief: Diseases May Not Have Spread Easily from European Ships to New World Populations

    Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 Two UCLA scientists used mathematical modeling to calculate the probability of diseases spreading from European explorers to new lands during ocean voyages. They found that smallpox had a lower chance of transmission than measles or influenza on Columbus' Santa Maria in 1492, but factors like voyage length and ship size could increase the odds. The introduction of steam ships significantly raised the risk of carrying diseases to distant destinations.
  • New Study Suggests Shingrix Vaccine May Delay Dementia Onset: Why Older Adults Should Get Vaccinated Against Shingles

    New Study Suggests Shingrix Vaccine May Delay Dementia Onset: Why Older Adults Should Get Vaccinated Against Shingles

    Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024 New research suggests that getting the Shingrix vaccine not only protects older adults against shingles but may also delay the onset of dementia, particularly for women. The CDC recommends vaccination for those aged 50 and above to prevent shingles and its complications. Maintaining a healthy immune system through good nutrition, regular exercise, and avoiding air pollution from wildfires can further help prevent both shingles and dementia.
  • New Insights into Neanderthal Diet: Butchering Birds with Precision

    New Insights into Neanderthal Diet: Butchering Birds with Precision

    Broke On: Wednesday, 24 July 2024 New research reveals Neanderthals hunted and butchered birds using precision tools, leaving distinct marks on bones. Experiments with modern birds and ancient flint flakes show Neanderthals could access meat through roasting or butchering raw, providing insights into their diverse diets.
  • Urgent Action Needed to Meet Commitment of Ending AIDS as Public Health Threat by 2030: UNAIDS Report

    Urgent Action Needed to Meet Commitment of Ending AIDS as Public Health Threat by 2030: UNAIDS Report

    Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024 The world is at a critical juncture in meeting the commitment to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, according to UNAIDS' report titled 'The Urgency of Now: AIDS at a Crossroads'. Bold actions are needed now to ensure equitable access to quality care and uphold human rights, particularly in regions where new HIV infections are rising. One person dies from AIDS-related causes every minute, and while medicine has made progress in treating HIV, one in four infected individuals lacks access to treatment.
  • Chimpanzees' Rapid Communication: Turn-Taking Gestures Similar to Human Conversations

    Chimpanzees' Rapid Communication: Turn-Taking Gestures Similar to Human Conversations

    Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024 A study published in Current Biology reveals that chimpanzees communicate with each other in rapid back-and-forth gestures, similar to human conversation. With turn-taking averaging around 120 milliseconds, this suggests shared evolutionary mechanisms driving social communication in both species. The study found variation in timing between communities and most interactions consisted of a single gesture, but extended exchanges occurred during food or grooming negotiations.
  • Blocking Inflammatory Protein IL-11 Extends Healthy Lifespan of Mice by 25%: New Study Reveals

    Blocking Inflammatory Protein IL-11 Extends Healthy Lifespan of Mice by 25%: New Study Reveals

    Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 Scientists discovered that blocking the inflammatory protein IL-11 extends healthy lifespan of mice by 25%, reducing deaths from cancer and improving muscle strength. Studies conducted by MRC Laboratory of Medical Science, Imperial College London, and Duke-NUS Medical School revealed IL-11's pro-inflammatory role in aging. Anti-IL-11 treatments are currently in human clinical trials for age-related diseases.
  • New Discoveries Reveal Early Earth's Complex Ecosystem: Last Universal Common Ancestor Interacted with Other Microbes, Challenging Previous Assumptions

    New Discoveries Reveal Early Earth's Complex Ecosystem: Last Universal Common Ancestor Interacted with Other Microbes, Challenging Previous Assumptions

    Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024 A groundbreaking discovery places the last universal common ancestor (LUCA) of all life on Earth around 4.2 billion years ago, much earlier than previously believed. Studies suggest LUCA had interactions with other microbes and an immune system, challenging assumptions about early life dominance. Microbes played a significant role in shaping Earth's environment through nutrient cycling and oxygen production.
  • Decoding Visual Stimuli: Groundbreaking Research Unveils Flawless Image Reconstruction from Neural Activity Data

    Decoding Visual Stimuli: Groundbreaking Research Unveils Flawless Image Reconstruction from Neural Activity Data

    Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024 Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery using Predictive Attention Mechanism (PAM) technology to accurately decode visual stimuli from neural activity data, potentially revolutionizing fields like visual impairment treatment and communication for individuals with disabilities. The PAM's ability to reconstruct images observed by a macaque without error highlights its advancements compared to traditional AI models. However, ethical considerations and challenges in translating this technology into practical applications must be addressed.