POLITICO Europe

POLITICO Europe is a nonpartisan news organization that provides global political and policy news. The website offers journalism online at politico.eu, in POLITICO Pro (a real-time policy intelligence service for professionals), daily and weekly newsletters such as Brussels Playbook, London Playbook, and Paris Playbook, a weekly newspaper, and live events. The organization has operations based in Brussels with additional offices in London, Berlin, and Paris. POLITICO Europe is a subsidiary of Axel Springer SE.

77%

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

98%

Examples:

  • There is a tendency to criticize right-wing populists and conservative politicians.
  • The source demonstrates a clear left-leaning bias in the selection and coverage of news stories.

Conflicts of Interest

98%

Examples:

  • However, there may be a potential conflict of interest due to the fact that POLITICO Europe is a subsidiary of Axel Springer SE.
  • The source does not appear to have any significant conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

50%

Examples:

  • In some instances, contradictions are mentioned but not extensively covered or analyzed.

Deceptions

30%

Examples:

  • However, these instances do not seem to be a pervasive issue within the source.
  • There are occasional instances where misleading information or deceptive practices are mentioned.

Recent Articles

  • Four First-Time Voters Share Concerns Ahead of the UK General Election in 2023

    Four First-Time Voters Share Concerns Ahead of the UK General Election in 2023

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 In the upcoming UK general election on July 4, 2023, the Conservative Party, led by Rishi Sunak, is projected to lose significantly. The Labour Party under Keir Starmer's leadership is expected to form the next British government. Four first-time voters discuss their top concerns ahead of the election, including issues such as affordability and climate change.
  • Rishi Sunak vs Keir Starmer: A Closer Look at the Contenders in the UK's 2024 General Election

    Rishi Sunak vs Keir Starmer: A Closer Look at the Contenders in the UK's 2024 General Election

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 In the UK's July 5, 2024 general election, Rishi Sunak of the Conservative Party and Keir Starmer of Labour vie for leadership. Sunak, installed as PM in 2022 after a tumultuous year, faces criticism for economic challenges. Starmer, Labour leader since 2020 and seen as pragmatic, addresses anti-Semitism and forms links with Republicans. Nigel Farage's Reform UK party could impact Conservative seats, while Ed Davey aims to stop a Conservative victory with the Liberal Democrats.
  • Poland's Tusk and Germany's Scholz Clash Over Defense Spending: A New Challenge to EU Cohesion

    Poland's Tusk and Germany's Scholz Clash Over Defense Spending: A New Challenge to EU Cohesion

    Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024 Poland's Tusk and Germany's Scholz clash over defense bonds and competing initiatives, with Poland seeking EU support for a defense line along its border with Belarus and Russia. Poland, the EU's highest per capita defense spender at 4.12% of GDP in 2024, pushes for joint EU debt for military investments while Germany opposes this and promotes its Sky Shield initiative. The disagreement highlights fragile EU relations and could undermine efforts to strengthen European security.
  • Poland's Tusk and Germany's Scholz Clash Over Defense Spending: A New Challenge to EU Cohesion

    Poland's Tusk and Germany's Scholz Clash Over Defense Spending: A New Challenge to EU Cohesion

    Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024 Poland's Tusk and Germany's Scholz clash over defense bonds and competing initiatives, with Poland seeking EU support for a defense line along its border with Belarus and Russia. Poland, the EU's highest per capita defense spender at 4.12% of GDP in 2024, pushes for joint EU debt for military investments while Germany opposes this and promotes its Sky Shield initiative. The disagreement highlights fragile EU relations and could undermine efforts to strengthen European security.
  • National Rally Secures 34% of Votes in French Legislative Elections, Macron's Ensemble Alliance Falls Behind

    National Rally Secures 34% of Votes in French Legislative Elections, Macron's Ensemble Alliance Falls Behind

    Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024 In the first round of French legislative elections, Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally party secured a leading 34% of the votes, projected to win between 230 and 280 seats. Macron's centrist Ensemble alliance trailed with only 20%. The results indicate a hung parliament and potential political instability, as the National Rally falls short of an absolute majority but gains voter support over inflation, economic concerns, and immigration issues.
  • Reform UK Campaigners Under Fire for Racist, Homophobic, and Islamophobic Comments: Nigel Farage's Party Faces Backlash

    Reform UK Campaigners Under Fire for Racist, Homophobic, and Islamophobic Comments: Nigel Farage's Party Faces Backlash

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 Reform UK campaigners face backlash for racist, homophobic, and Islamophobic comments during the UK election season. A canvasser for Nigel Farage's party was recorded making offensive remarks about Rishi Sunak and Islam.
  • European Union Leaders Endorse Ursula von der Leyen for Second Term as EC President Amidst Nuclear Tensions and Political Changes

    European Union Leaders Endorse Ursula von der Leyen for Second Term as EC President Amidst Nuclear Tensions and Political Changes

    Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 European Union leaders endorsed Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as European Commission president, while Macron pushed for Breton's return as EU commissioner amidst political changes. Meanwhile, IAEA reported damage to an external radiation monitoring station near the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, raising concerns over nuclear safety and potential losses totaling $5.2 billion.
  • Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer Clash in Final UK Election Debate: Immigration, Ethics, and Leadership

    Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer Clash in Final UK Election Debate: Immigration, Ethics, and Leadership

    Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 During the final UK general election debate, Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer clashed on immigration, ethics, and leadership. Sunak accused Starmer of deceitful immigration policies while Starmer promised to reset politics. Both leaders faced pressure to perform well as polls indicated a close race. Interruptions from both sides and protests outside added to the chaos, but both effectively communicated their messages.
  • Far-Right Gains Ground in France: New Elections to Test Sincerity of Voter Support and Potential Power Shift

    Far-Right Gains Ground in France: New Elections to Test Sincerity of Voter Support and Potential Power Shift

    Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024 Far-right National Rally party leader Jordan Bardella, in response to gains in European Parliament elections, calls for new elections in France. If elected prime minister, Bardella promises tax cuts and an audit of finances. He opposes sending troops to Ukraine and delivering long-range missiles to Ukraine. The National Rally seeks to regain France's influence while maintaining law and order through migration regulation.
  • Mark Rutte Appointed as New NATO Secretary General: A Pragmatic Dutch Politician Takes the Helm Amidst Geopolitical Tensions with Russia

    Mark Rutte Appointed as New NATO Secretary General: A Pragmatic Dutch Politician Takes the Helm Amidst Geopolitical Tensions with Russia

    Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 Mark Rutte, a seasoned Dutch politician known for his pragmatic approach and ability to build consensus, is appointed as the next NATO Secretary General on June 26, 2024. With experience leading coalition governments and navigating international affairs, Rutte assumes office on October 1 at a critical time for NATO amid geopolitical tensions with Russia over Ukraine. A vocal supporter of Ukraine's right to defend itself, Rutte's appointment comes as NATO faces ongoing security challenges.