Sky News Limited

Sky News is a reputable news source that takes its journalistic responsibilities seriously. The organization is committed to providing accurate and reliable news coverage to its audience. However, there are some instances of contradictions, conflicts of interest, and deceptive practices in the articles. Sky News aims to be editorially independent and funded through guaranteed funding until at least 2028.

82%

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

85%

Examples:

  • Sky News emphasizes its dedication to being editorially independent, with funding guarantees until at least 2028.
  • Sky News is described as having a strong focus on providing accurate and reliable news, with a commitment to upholding high journalistic standards.
  • The news organization states that it aims to be the best and most trusted source of news, reporting on a broad range of stories in the UK and around the world.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • Sky News is described as having a strong focus on providing accurate and reliable news, with a commitment to upholding high journalistic standards.
  • The news organization states that it aims to be the best and most trusted source of news, reporting on a broad range of stories in the UK and around the world.
  • There are concerns about potential conflicts of interest within the organization, such as editorial decisions potentially being influenced by external factors.

Contradictions

75%

Examples:

  • However, it is noted that newer articles are given more weight in the scoring process.
  • There are instances of contradictions in the articles, such as conflicting information about the cause of a crisis or differing accounts of events.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • Sky News is described as having a strong focus on providing accurate and reliable news, with a commitment to upholding high journalistic standards.
  • The news organization states that it aims to be the best and most trusted source of news, reporting on a broad range of stories in the UK and around the world.
  • There are instances of deceptive practices in the articles, such as misleading headlines or information being withheld from readers.

Recent Articles

  • Hezbollah-Israel Tension: Over 200,000 Displaced Amid Escalating Conflict and Potential for Unintended Consequences

    Hezbollah-Israel Tension: Over 200,000 Displaced Amid Escalating Conflict and Potential for Unintended Consequences

    Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024 Since October, Israel and Hezbollah have engaged in near-daily attacks, resulting in hundreds of deaths and displacement. Hezbollah's arsenal of over 130,000 missiles and rockets threatens to overwhelm Israel's defenses. The tension has created a dangerous environment with nearly 200,00 people fleeing their homes due to crossfire attacks. Both sides understand the risks of a full-scale war but the potential for conflict remains high.
  • Unexpected Hydrothermal Explosion in Yellowstone National Park: No Injuries Reported but Area Remains Closed for Assessments

    Unexpected Hydrothermal Explosion in Yellowstone National Park: No Injuries Reported but Area Remains Closed for Assessments

    Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024 A hydrothermal explosion occurred at Yellowstone National Park's Biscuit Basin on July 23, 2024, near Sapphire Pool. No injuries were reported but visitors were advised to evacuate. The sudden expansion of fluids under high pressure caused significant damage and is believed to be the result of a build-up in geothermal system pressure. Hydrothermal explosions are not volcanic eruptions but can create craters up to a mile wide, with one occurring on average every 700 years in Yellowstone. Despite safety measures, they are difficult to predict and visitors should follow guidelines and stay on designated boardwalks.
  • Conservative Party Leadership Contest: Timeline, Rules, and Potential Candidates

    Conservative Party Leadership Contest: Timeline, Rules, and Potential Candidates

    Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024 The Conservative Party will begin electing a new leader this week, with Rishi Sunak acting as interim until November 2nd. Nominations open Wednesday and close Monday, requiring MP backing for candidates to proceed. The parliamentary party will narrow down the field through votes, with finalists presenting at the September conference. Eligible Conservative Party members can vote from late October.
  • 14-Year-Old Boy Dies from Nipah Virus in Kerala: Preventive Measures Taken as Four Cases Identified

    14-Year-Old Boy Dies from Nipah Virus in Kerala: Preventive Measures Taken as Four Cases Identified

    Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024 A 14-year-old boy from Kerala, India, has died from the Nipah virus. Four people in contact with him are being monitored, and health authorities are taking preventive measures to contain the spread of this zoonotic disease that can cause lethal fever and brain swelling. The public is advised to take precautions such as wearing masks and avoiding contact with animals that may carry the virus.
  • Climate Change: How Melting Ice Caps are Extending Earth's Days

    Climate Change: How Melting Ice Caps are Extending Earth's Days

    Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 Climate change is causing Earth's rotation to slow down, leading to longer days. Melting polar ice caps and glaciers have redistributed mass, increasing Earth's oblateness and causing a projected 2.62 milliseconds per century increase in day length by the end of the 21st century.
  • Kamala Harris: From Prosecutor to Vice President and Potential Democratic Nominee

    Kamala Harris: From Prosecutor to Vice President and Potential Democratic Nominee

    Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024 Vice President Kamala Harris could become the Democratic nominee if President Joe Biden steps down from his re-election bid. With a background in law and civil rights, Harris has served as San Francisco's district attorney, California Attorney General, and US Senator. Her potential nomination sparks debates among Democrats regarding her ability to win in November and concerns about possible attacks from Republicans on her work at the US-Mexico border.
  • Vaughan Gething: The First Black Welsh Labour Leader Forced to Resign Amidst Controversy

    Vaughan Gething: The First Black Welsh Labour Leader Forced to Resign Amidst Controversy

    Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 Welsh Labour leader Vaughan Gething, the first black man to hold the position, resigned on July 16, 2024, amidst criticism and accusations of wrongdoing during his tenure. Known for overcoming Nephrotic syndrome during his university days in Aberystwyth and facing racial discrimination in Zambia as a child, Gething's resignation marks a significant loss for UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Labour administration.
  • Shannen Doherty: Beloved Actress Passes Away at 53 after Long Battle with Cancer

    Shannen Doherty: Beloved Actress Passes Away at 53 after Long Battle with Cancer

    Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024 Actress Shannen Doherty, known for her roles in Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, passed away at age 53 after a long cancer battle. Her acting career began in the late 80s and included roles on Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed. Doherty revealed her terminal cancer had progressed due to damage from the Woolsey Fire in a lawsuit. She split from her husband and revealed brain tumor diagnosis via Instagram before undergoing radiation treatment. Her passing was confirmed by her publicist.
  • At Least 22 Children Killed, Over 130 Injured in Two School Buildings' Collapses in Nigeria's Plateau State

    At Least 22 Children Killed, Over 130 Injured in Two School Buildings' Collapses in Nigeria's Plateau State

    Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024 At least 44 people, including 22 children, have lost their lives and over 130 have been injured in two separate school building collapses in Nigeria's Plateau state. The incidents occurred on Friday morning, leaving many families devastated and communities in shock. Rescue efforts are ongoing as volunteers work to reach those trapped under the debris. The causes of the collapses are not yet known but residents suspect heavy rains may be a factor.
  • New Labour Government Announces Early Prison Release to Prevent Collapse of Criminal Justice System Amid Overcrowding Crisis

    New Labour Government Announces Early Prison Release to Prevent Collapse of Criminal Justice System Amid Overcrowding Crisis

    Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024 The UK faces a prison overcrowding crisis, prompting the new Labour government to announce that prisoners will serve 40% of their sentences instead of half, in an effort to prevent the collapse of the criminal justice system. This decision comes as England and Wales' prison population nears maximum capacity. The early release plan will not apply to serious violent offenses and sex offenses, but has been met with outrage from crime victims' families who worry about insufficient supervision.