Arab News

Arab News is a Saudi Arabian English-language newspaper founded in 1975. It is popular among various sections of Saudi society and has a wide readership profile. The website, www.arabnews.com, receives hundreds of thousands of hits daily from Web surfers worldwide. The newspaper covers national, regional, and global issues with a Saudi perspective through its diverse collection of columnists.

72%

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 articles provided show no clear bias.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • There are no clear conflicts of interest found in the articles provided.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Another article mentions the mystery tiger attack at a Pakistani zoo without any clear contradictions.
  • There is one example of contradictions in an article about Bangladeshis praying for rain as heatstroke deaths rise.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Another article implies Israel was responsible for attacking a kindergarten in Rafah, which could be considered deceptive.
  • One article has a deceptive title that does not match its content.

Recent Articles

  • Apple Rumored to Integrate Google's AI Model, Gemini, into Apple Devices: Enhancing User Experience with Contextually Aware Assistance

    Apple Rumored to Integrate Google's AI Model, Gemini, into Apple Devices: Enhancing User Experience with Contextually Aware Assistance

    Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024 Apple is reportedly integrating Google's AI model, Gemini, into Apple devices as part of Apple Intelligence. This addition could make iPhones and iPads more useful with contextually aware and interactive assistance. Google's powerful AI model understands complex queries and interacts with other apps for efficient information. The deal would initially not involve monetary exchange but could lead to Apple launching its premium AI service, Apple Intelligence+.
  • Record-Breaking Heatwave Closes Schools for 33 Million Children in Bangladesh, Leaves at Least Nine People Dead

    Record-Breaking Heatwave Closes Schools for 33 Million Children in Bangladesh, Leaves at Least Nine People Dead

    Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024 A severe heatwave in Bangladesh, with temperatures up to 42.2°C, has led to the closure of schools for over 33 million children and caused at least nine suspected heatstroke deaths. The early onset of the intense heatwave has also affected agricultural production and daily life. Hospitals have been ordered to brace for emergencies, as thousands gather in mosques and fields to pray for rain. Climate change is causing extreme weather conditions worldwide, making it crucial for governments and organizations to take immediate steps to mitigate its effects.
  • Surviving Earthquakes, Rebuilding Lives: The Stories of Those Affected by the 2023 Disasters in Turkey and Syria

    Surviving Earthquakes, Rebuilding Lives: The Stories of Those Affected by the 2023 Disasters in Turkey and Syria

    Broke On: Sunday, 04 February 2024 The Karapirli family, who lost their two sons in a deadly earthquake in southern Turkey, are working hard to recover and find new homes for themselves and their twin toddlers. The war in Gaza has been ongoing for years now, sparked by Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel that resulted in the deaths of about 1,160 people. Despite this conflict, efforts are being made by various organizations such as UN humanitarian agency and others to help displaced Palestinians find new homes in Cairo.

  • Man Mauled to Death by Tigers in Pakistan Zoo

    Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023
      A man was mauled to death by tigers in a Pakistan zoo. The zoo has been shut down for investigation. The identity of the victim remains unknown. The victim had a history of addiction and had been in rehabilitation twice. The incident involved four tigers in the cage.

    • Tensions Escalate on Lebanese-Israeli Border; Freed Hostages Criticize Israeli Government

      Broke On: Friday, 01 December 2023 Israeli bombing in the Lebanese border town of Mays Al-Jabal has resulted in casualties and retaliation from Hezbollah. The French foreign ministry expressed regret over the Israeli strike, and the Lebanese caretaker foreign minister instructed a complaint to be submitted to the UN Security Council. Families of captives freed from Gaza expressed anger at the Israeli government for taking credit for the release when it was Hamas who negotiated their return.

    • President Biden to Miss COP28 Climate Summit; India's Economic Growth Remains Strong

      Broke On: Monday, 27 November 2023 U.S. President Joe Biden will not attend the COP28 climate summit in Dubai due to conflicting commitments. The summit is expected to host world leaders, senior ministers, and officials from 198 nations, with an estimated 70,000 delegates. India's GDP growth is forecast to have slowed to 6.8 percent in the July-September quarter from 7.8 percent in the previous quarter, but remains strong.

    • Britney Spears and Sam Asghari Head for Divorce After 14 Months

      Broke On: Thursday, 17 August 2023 Britney Spears and Sam Asghari are heading for a divorce after 14 months of marriage. Asghari filed divorce papers citing irreconcilable differences. The couple was married in 2022, following the dissolution of Spears' controversial 14-year conservatorship. The couple had announced a surprise pregnancy in 2022, but it ended in miscarriage. Asghari was seen attending a basketball game and interacting with Riley Buss-Drexel, the creative director for the LA Lakers Pride Night.

    • U.S. Intercepts Attack Drones Launched from Yemen, Aimed at Israel

      Broke On: Thursday, 23 November 2023 Multiple attack drones launched from Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen were intercepted and shot down by the U.S. The drones were reportedly fired towards Israel. This incident occurred just hours after a cruise missile, also launched by the Houthis, was intercepted by the Israeli Air Force near Eilat. The Houthi leader has stated that his forces will continue their attacks on Israel, and could potentially target Israeli ships in the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.