Xinhua News Agency

Xinhua News Agency is a state-run news agency based in China. The articles provided cover a range of topics including technology, politics, and international relations. There is evidence of pro-China bias due to the source being state-run. There are some contradictions and deceptive practices found in the articles, as well as potential conflicts of interest.

80%

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:

  • The source is a state-run news agency which may inherently carry a pro-China bias.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The source is a state-run news agency which may have conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Contradictory temperature information in one article.
  • Launch of the Einstein Probe satellite triggered concern in Taiwan.
  • Mysterious transient phenomena in the universe compared to fireworks.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The sentence 'mysterious transient phenomena in the universe comparable to fireworks'.
  • The US Department of Defense report placed China second behind the United States in terms of operational satellites.

Recent Articles

  • Tesla's Cybertruck: Record-Breaking Sales and Controversial Reception

    Tesla's Cybertruck: Record-Breaking Sales and Controversial Reception

    Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 Tesla's Cybertruck saw record-breaking sales in May, with an average price of over $108,000 and a 3.1% increase in Tesla's overall prices. The electric truck market is gaining popularity, with competition from Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T. Despite some criticisms on range, features, and pricing from early buyers like Tyler Hoover, demand for the Cybertruck remains high.
  • Record-Breaking Heat Wave Affects Over 250 Million Americans: D.C. Area Braces for Prolonged Heat Emergency with Potential Temperature Surpassing 100 Degrees

    Record-Breaking Heat Wave Affects Over 250 Million Americans: D.C. Area Braces for Prolonged Heat Emergency with Potential Temperature Surpassing 100 Degrees

    Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024 A record-breaking heat wave affects over 250 million Americans, primarily in the eastern US, with temperatures potentially reaching 100 degrees Fahrenheit and challenging dozens of records. The National Weather Service warns of prolonged extreme heat in the D.C.-area, opening select pools and recreation centers to help residents cope. Soil moisture is low due to lack of rainfall, increasing drought concerns and long-term forecasts predict more hotter-than-normal weather into July.
  • China's Shenzhou-18 Crew Completes First Spacewalk, Installs Debris Protection Devices

    China's Shenzhou-18 Crew Completes First Spacewalk, Installs Debris Protection Devices

    Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024 China's Shenzhou-18 crew completes first spacewalk, installing debris protection devices and inspecting equipment during an 8.5-hour EVA. The mission marks China's growing expertise in manned spaceflight, with previous missions including the launch of zebrafish for scientific study exhibiting unusual behavior in microgravity. After 32 days in space, the crew will continue conducting experiments and contributing to ongoing space exploration efforts.
  • Putin and Xi Reaffirm Strategic Ties: Russia's Top Trade Partner China Stands Neutral in Ukraine Crisis During Putin's Beijing Visit

    Putin and Xi Reaffirm Strategic Ties: Russia's Top Trade Partner China Stands Neutral in Ukraine Crisis During Putin's Beijing Visit

    Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024 Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met in Beijing for their fourth summit since 2014, deepening strategic ties between their countries. With China becoming Russia's top trade partner and main oil supplier, the leaders discussed cooperation in technology, energy, and security. Despite international condemnation of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Xi maintained a neutral stance and expressed respect for Putin. The leaders issued a joint statement pledging to deepen their partnership amid rising tensions between China and the US.
  • China Launches Einstein Probe to Unravel X-ray Universe Mysteries

    China Launches Einstein Probe to Unravel X-ray Universe Mysteries

    Broke On: Monday, 15 January 2024 China launched the Einstein Probe on January 9, 2024 to uncover mysteries of X-ray universe. The probe will spend three years observing distant violent interactions such as tidal disruption events and supernovae using lobster eye inspired optics.

  • Global Protests Erupt Following Femicide in Italy

    Broke On: Friday, 24 November 2023 The murder of 22-year-old student Giulia Cecchettin sparked protests against violence towards women in Italy and worldwide. The Italian parliament has approved new measures to combat violence against women, including a school campaign addressing sexism, machismo, and violence against women. Official statistics show that while common murders have decreased over the years, femicides have remained consistent, with 106 recorded in 2022, 139 in 2021, and 116 in 2020.

  • Japan's Economy Contracts 2.1% in Q3 2023 Amid Inflation Pressures

    Broke On: Wednesday, 15 November 2023 Japan's economy contracted by an annualized 2.1% in Q3 2023. The contraction was primarily due to weakened consumption and investment. Inflation impacting consumer demand is a significant factor in the contraction.

  • U.S. and China Agree in Principle to Biden-Xi Summit Amidst Ongoing Tensions

    Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023 China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has stated that the road to a potential summit between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping in San Francisco will not be smooth. Both countries have agreed in principle to hold the summit, marking a significant step in their diplomatic relations. The summit will be the first in-person meeting between the two leaders since Biden took office in January 2021.