United Press International (UPI)

United Press International (UPI) is a news agency that provides reporting on a variety of topics including politics, health, science and technology. The articles often highlight political prisoners and call for clemency for certain individuals. UPI reports on conflicts of interest and deceptive practices but does not seem to be involved in them. The reporting sometimes mentions ongoing unresolved concerns about fairness in certain situations, such as Leonard Peltier's incarceration.

98%

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

95%

Examples:

  • The articles often mention conflicts of interest and deceptive practices, but UPI does not seem to be involved in them.
  • United Press International (UPI) has a slight bias towards highlighting political prisoners and calling for clemency for certain individuals.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The articles often mention conflicts of interest in the subjects they report on, but do not seem to be involved in them.
  • There are no apparent conflicts of interest on the part of UPI itself.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Some articles mention ongoing unresolved concerns about fairness of certain situations, such as Leonard Peltier's incarceration.
  • There are instances where contradictions are mentioned in the articles, but they are not a major focus of the reporting.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

  • The articles often mention deceptive practices in the subjects they report on, but do not seem to be involved in them.
  • There are no instances of deceptive practices on the part of UPI itself.

Recent Articles

  • Anaerobic Bacteria in Commercial Tattoo Inks: A First Report on Hidden Contamination

    Anaerobic Bacteria in Commercial Tattoo Inks: A First Report on Hidden Contamination

    Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024 A recent study discovered that 35% of tattoo inks sold in the US are contaminated with bacteria, including anaerobic strains. This alarming finding emphasizes the need for monitoring these products to ensure microbial safety and prevent potential health risks such as rashes, lesions, and scarring.
  • Top 8 Diets to Boost Your Health in Your 40s for an Optimal Aging Process by Age 70

    Top 8 Diets to Boost Your Health in Your 40s for an Optimal Aging Process by Age 70

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 New research from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health reveals that following a nutritious diet, particularly the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, during your 40s can significantly increase the odds of good physical and mental health at age 70.
  • Leonard Peltier Denied Parole: Calls for President Biden to Grant Clemency Amidst Age and Fairness Concerns

    Leonard Peltier Denied Parole: Calls for President Biden to Grant Clemency Amidst Age and Fairness Concerns

    Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024 Leonard Peltier, an Indigenous activist serving life for 1975 FBI agent killings, was denied parole. At 79 with health issues, calls for clemency from Amnesty International and supporters intensify.
  • Dozens Injured in Emergency Landing of Air Europa Flight Due to Severe Turbulence

    Dozens Injured in Emergency Landing of Air Europa Flight Due to Severe Turbulence

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 An Air Europa flight from Madrid to Montevideo was forced to make an emergency landing at Natal Airport in Brazil due to severe turbulence on July 1, 2024. At least 40 passengers were injured, with some suffering from fractures and head injuries. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner encountered turbulence over the Atlantic Ocean, leaving a chaotic scene inside the cabin with people thrown from their seats and hitting hard surfaces. The exact cause of the turbulence is not yet clear but is believed to be related to a weather system. Air Europa expressed concern for those affected and was providing assistance in Natal.
  • July 2024: Celestial Events to Watch - Buck Moon, Aphelion Day, and Met shower Peaks

    July 2024: Celestial Events to Watch - Buck Moon, Aphelion Day, and Met shower Peaks

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 Experience July's celestial events: Crescent Moon with Mars (July 1), Aphelion Day (July 5), Full Buck Moon and meteor showers (July 21). Observe Mars, planets, and star clusters with a telescope or binoculars. Southern Delta Aquarids, Alpha Capricornids peak late July with around 20 shooting stars per hour. Perseids peak Aug. 11-12 with up to 100 meteors.
  • NASA Astronauts Delayed at ISS Due to Starliner Thruster Malfunctions and Helium Leaks

    NASA Astronauts Delayed at ISS Due to Starliner Thruster Malfunctions and Helium Leaks

    Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024 NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore remain at the International Space Station due to technical issues with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft, including helium leaks and a malfunctioning thruster. NASA and Boeing are assessing the problems to ensure a safe return for the crew.
  • New Studies Question the Assumption that Minimally Processed Foods are Healthier than Ultra-Processed Ones

    New Studies Question the Assumption that Minimally Processed Foods are Healthier than Ultra-Processed Ones

    Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024 New studies challenge the assumption that limiting ultra-processed foods leads to a healthier lifestyle. Contrary to popular belief, less-processed diets can be more expensive and have a shorter shelf life without providing additional nutritional value. A long-term study found that consuming higher levels of ultraprocessed food may shorten lifespans by up to 15%. Diet soft drinks were identified as a major contributor.
  • Biden Administration Pushes for Three-Phase Hostage Deal Amidst Israeli and Hamas Negotiation Impasse

    Biden Administration Pushes for Three-Phase Hostage Deal Amidst Israeli and Hamas Negotiation Impasse

    Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024 The Biden administration is working to bridge gaps between Israel and Hamas in a proposed hostage and ceasefire deal, aiming for the release of all remaining hostages and sustainable calm in Gaza. However, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu seeks a partial deal. Negotiations on Article 8, which covers Israel-Hamas talks during the first stage of the deal, are obstructed due to disagreements over focus areas: Hamas insists on prisoner exchange while Israel wants to discuss demilitarization and other issues. The nearly nine-month conflict has resulted in over 37,000 Palestinian deaths and injuries.
  • NASA and NOAA's New GOES-U Satellite: Monitoring Weather on Earth and Space

    NASA and NOAA's New GOES-U Satellite: Monitoring Weather on Earth and Space

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 NASA and NOAA successfully launched the advanced GOES-U weather satellite on June 25, 2024, aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. The new satellite, featuring a sun-monitoring sensor and improved imaging capabilities, completes NOAA's GOES-R series and will provide crucial data for forecasting severe weather events and monitoring solar activity.
  • Suspect in Highland Park Shooting Rejects Plea Deal, Leaving Victims and Families Disappointed

    Suspect in Highland Park Shooting Rejects Plea Deal, Leaving Victims and Families Disappointed

    Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 Robert Crimo III, suspect in the July 4th, 2022 Highland Park mass shooting that left seven people dead and 48 injured, rejected a plea deal during a June 26 court hearing. The agreement would have imprisoned him for life. Prosecutors had offered to dismiss remaining charges in exchange for his guilty plea to seven counts of murder and 48 counts of aggravated assault with a firearm.