Global News Canada

Global News Canada is a news outlet that provides local and national news, as well as international stories. The site covers a range of topics including politics, health, entertainment, and investigative journalism. The site appears to provide balanced reporting without any conflicts of interest or deceptiveness. However, there are some contradictions in the articles provided.

94%

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 is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

100%

Examples:

  • Global News Canada appears to provide balanced and unbiased reporting.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The site does not appear to have any conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • A(H5N2) viruses have been reported in poultry in Mexico.
  • At least three people, all workers at farms with infected cows, have been diagnosed with bird flu in the US since March.
  • There is a disease called streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) caused by flesh-eating bacteria that can kill people within 48 hours.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • The title of the article 'HPV vaccine can prevent cancer. So why isn't it free for many Canadians?' implies that the HPV vaccine is not publicly funded for all Canadians when in fact it is recommended and provided by school-based programs throughout Canada.

Recent Articles

  • Man Undergoes First Awake Kidney Transplant at Northwestern Medicine

    Man Undergoes First Awake Kidney Transplant at Northwestern Medicine

    Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024 In a medical first, 28-year-old John Nicholas underwent an awake kidney transplant at Northwestern Medicine in May 2024. Using single-spinal anesthesia, the procedure allowed him to feel no pain and reduced hospital stays. Friend Pat Wise donated a kidney after being identified as a match due to Nicholas's worsening Crohn's disease.
  • Japan's Surge in 'Flesh-Eating Bacteria' Cases: Over 1,000 Reported as of Mid-June 2024

    Japan's Surge in 'Flesh-Eating Bacteria' Cases: Over 1,000 Reported as of Mid-June 2024

    Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024 Over 1,000 cases of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), a rare and potentially deadly bacterial infection, have been reported in Japan as of mid-June 2024, surpassing the previous year's total. The Group A Streptococcus bacteria cause this severe infection, leading to symptoms like fever and organ failure within 24 to 48 hours. Practicing good hygiene and seeking medical attention for any signs of infection can prevent the progression to STSS. Diagnosis involves blood tests, and treatment includes antibiotics, fluid stabilization, and potentially surgery.
  • U.S. and Allies Send Additional Air Defense Systems to Ukraine Amid Intense Russian Assaults

    U.S. and Allies Send Additional Air Defense Systems to Ukraine Amid Intense Russian Assaults

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 The US and allies are sending additional air defense systems, including a second Patriot missile system from the US and a complete system from Thales for Ukraine, to enhance its air defense capabilities against Russian aerial threats in Kharkiv region. Russia's bombardment has caused damage to Ukraine's generating capacity, leading Zelenskyy to plead for more protection. The country needs two Patriot systems to protect Kharkiv and mitigate the ongoing Russian air and missile threat.
  • Canadian Border Workers Set Deadline for Job Action Amidst Ongoing Negotiations with CBSA

    Canadian Border Workers Set Deadline for Job Action Amidst Ongoing Negotiations with CBSA

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Canadian border workers threaten job action if no agreement is reached with CBSA by June 14, 2024, potentially causing significant delays at border crossings nationwide.
  • First Human Death from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N2) Virus Reported in Mexico

    First Human Death from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N2) Virus Reported in Mexico

    Broke On: Monday, 24 April 2023 A 59-year-old Mexican resident became the first human fatality of avian influenza A(H5N2) in April 2023, despite no known contact with infected animals. The WHO confirmed the high pathogenicity of this strain, which had previously been detected in a Michoacán poultry farm. Contact tracing revealed only one potential exposure, and the risk to the general population remains low.
  • Bipartisan Senators Urge Canada to Increase Defense Spending to Meet NATO Commitment

    Bipartisan Senators Urge Canada to Increase Defense Spending to Meet NATO Commitment

    Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 A bipartisan group of US senators urged Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to increase defense spending to meet NATO's 2% GDP commitment, expressing concern that Canada, a key NATO contributor, will fall short. Despite pledging $40 billion for military modernization and purchases, Canada is projected to reach only 1.7% of GDP on defense by 2029. The senators emphasized the importance of NATO unity in facing security challenges and highlighted Canada's significant contributions.
  • Unidentified Debris: The Mysterious Fall of Space Junk in Saskatchewan and Its Consequences

    Unidentified Debris: The Mysterious Fall of Space Junk in Saskatchewan and Its Consequences

    Broke On: Friday, 28 April 2023 Recent space debris incidents in Saskatchewan, Canada, have raised concerns about the responsibility of space-launching countries when their debris causes damage or harm on Earth. The country responsible for launching an object is liable for any damages under international agreements. SpaceX has been identified as a possible source of these debris incidents due to their constellation of over 5,000 satellites in orbit and trunk sections that do not burn up as expected during re-entry.
  • Unidentified Debris: The Mysterious Fall of Space Junk in Saskatchewan and Its Consequences

    Unidentified Debris: The Mysterious Fall of Space Junk in Saskatchewan and Its Consequences

    Broke On: Friday, 28 April 2023 Recent space debris incidents in Saskatchewan, Canada, have raised concerns about the responsibility of space-launching countries when their debris causes damage or harm on Earth. The country responsible for launching an object is liable for any damages under international agreements. SpaceX has been identified as a possible source of these debris incidents due to their constellation of over 5,000 satellites in orbit and trunk sections that do not burn up as expected during re-entry.
  • Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Higher Risk of Cognitive Decline and Stroke: Study Finds

    Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Higher Risk of Cognitive Decline and Stroke: Study Finds

    Broke On: Wednesday, 22 May 2024 Study links ultra-processed foods, such as frozen waffles and yogurt, to higher risk of cognitive decline and stroke; replacing one or two meals a week with unprocessed alternatives like fruits and vegetables reduces risk.
  • Princess Catherine of Wales Undergoing Chemotherapy for Unspecified Cancer: Continues Work with Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood

    Princess Catherine of Wales Undergoing Chemotherapy for Unspecified Cancer: Continues Work with Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood

    Broke On: Wednesday, 01 March 2023 Princess Catherine of Wales (Kate Middleton) is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer and has not yet returned to her royal duties. Announced on May 22, 2024, she continues to be briefed on her causes, including early childhood development through the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood. Despite being out of the public eye since January 2024 due to abdominal surgery and a cancer diagnosis in March, she remains central to the center's work and will return when cleared by her medical team.