U.S Naval Institute News

USNI News is an independent, non-profit news service that provides unbiased coverage of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and international maritime affairs. The articles focus on topics such as naval operations, military agreements and incidents involving the U.S. military around the world.

87%

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

95%

Examples:

  • The articles provided show no clear biases.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

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

Contradictions

88%

Examples:

  • The contradictions found in the articles include information about attacks on shipping since November and the detention of National Democratic Institute staff by the Houthis. There are also contradictions regarding North Korea's failed satellite launch and its impact on South Korean citizens, as well as instances of espionage without specific details provided.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The deceptions found in the articles include instances where information is withheld or not fully explained, such as details about alleged espionage activities and an attempted espionage incident in Japan. The use of loaded language also creates a sense of urgency and danger.

Recent Articles

  • USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group: Protecting Middle Eastern Shipping Lanes from Houthi Attacks

    USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group: Protecting Middle Eastern Shipping Lanes from Houthi Attacks

    Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024 The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group has been deployed in the Middle East since October 2023 to protect shipping lanes from Iranian-backed Houthi attacks, intercepting missiles and drones while rescuing mariners under threat. Despite its presence, the Houthis continue attacking shipping lanes, targeting vessels linked to Israel, the US, or Britain. The USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group is set to replace the Eisenhower group. The US Navy maintains a presence in the region to safeguard commerce amidst Houthi escalations against commercial vessels in vital maritime corridors.
  • Houthi Forces Attack Two Merchant Ships in the Gulf of Aden: MV Verbena and MV Tutor

    Houthi Forces Attack Two Merchant Ships in the Gulf of Aden: MV Verbena and MV Tutor

    Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 Houthi forces attacked the Polish-operated bulk cargo carrier MV Verbena on June 13, 2024, in the Gulf of Aden, causing significant damage and injuring one civilian mariner. This incident is part of a series of attacks against merchant ships in the region since November 2023, leading to a drop in Red Sea traffic. The Houthis claimed responsibility as retaliation for international actions against their group.
  • Russian Warships in Cuban Waters: Strengthening Ties or a Show of Force?

    Russian Warships in Cuban Waters: Strengthening Ties or a Show of Force?

    Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 Russian warships, including a nuclear-powered submarine and frigate, have entered Cuban waters for planned military exercises amid escalating tensions with Western powers over Ukraine. The deployment of the Kazan and Admiral Gorshkov comes as Russia strengthens ties with Cuba and Venezuela, raising concerns about potential disruptions to regional stability.
  • North-South Korea Tensions Escalate: 1000 Trash-Filled Balloons and Propaganda Broadcasts

    North-South Korea Tensions Escalate: 1000 Trash-Filled Balloons and Propaganda Broadcasts

    Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 North Korea and South Korea engage in a renewed war of balloons, with Pyongyang sending trash-filled balloons and Seoul resuming propaganda broadcasts. This escalation comes amid diplomatic stalemate over North Korea's nuclear ambitions, potentially leading to retaliatory military steps.
  • Retired Navy Admiral Robert Burke Charged with Bribery: Ordered $355,000 Contract for Future Employment

    Retired Navy Admiral Robert Burke Charged with Bribery: Ordered $355,000 Contract for Future Employment

    Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024 Retired Navy Admiral Robert Burke, a four-star officer, was arrested in May 2024 for ordering a $355,000 contract to Company A in exchange for employment and stock options. Burke began working at Company A after the award and faces bribery charges.
  • U.S. Soldier Critically Injured During Gaza Aid Mission: Pier Construction and Security Challenges

    U.S. Soldier Critically Injured During Gaza Aid Mission: Pier Construction and Security Challenges

    Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 A U.S. soldier was critically injured and two others hurt during a humanitarian aid mission off Gaza, where the U.S. military's Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore (JLOTS) capability built a floating pier for trucks filled with aid packages to be loaded onto Army watercraft. The mission, involving around 1000 personnel and 16 ships including two U.S. Navy destroyers, aims to provide food and essentials to Gazans amid challenges like looting of aid trucks and disruptions at border crossings.
  • Navy Sailor Charged with Espionage for Passing Classified Information to Foreign Government Employee

    Navy Sailor Charged with Espionage for Passing Classified Information to Foreign Government Employee

    Broke On: Thursday, 22 February 2024 A US Navy sailor has been charged with espionage for allegedly passing on classified information to a foreign government employee. Chief Petty Officer Fire Controlman Bryce Pedicini is accused of failing to report solicitations and delivering documents relating to national defense multiple times between November 2021 and February 2023 in Hampton Roads, Virginia. In May 2023 while in Yokosuka Japan, Pedicini allegedly brought a personal electronic device into a restricted area and processed classified information on an unapproved system.

  • U.S. Navy Warship Intercepts Drone from Yemen in Red Sea

    Broke On: Wednesday, 15 November 2023 The USS Thomas Hudner, a U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyer, shot down a drone believed to have originated from Yemen in the Red Sea. The drone was heading in the direction of the ship, prompting the crew to engage and neutralize the threat. There were no U.S. casualties or damage to the ship reported. The U.S. did not launch a recovery effort for the drone, which is estimated to be worth roughly $30 million. The Hudner was not believed to be the intended target of the drone. The USS Thomas Hudner is part of the USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group and was in the southern portion of the Red Sea at the time of the engagement. The Houthi leader has stated that his forces will continue attacks on Israel, including potentially targeting Israeli ships in the Red Sea and the Bab al Mandeb Strait.