Winston-Salem State University

Winston-Salem State University is a public university located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields including humanities, sciences, and business. The campus community is known for its commitment to supporting one another and providing resources for students in times of need. The reporting at Winston-Salem State University focuses on local news, weather updates, and events happening on or around the campus. The site covers a range of topics including education, sports, health, and community issues. There have been instances of biased reporting and deceptive practices in the past; however, the university strives to provide accurate and reliable information to its audience.

79%

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:

  • The article contains statements like

Conflicts of Interest

99%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Caitlin Clark led Iowa to a win over defending national champion LSU in the Albany II Regional, reaching the Final Four for the second year in a row.

Deceptions

52%

Examples:

  • The article states 'mpox cases are increasing in North Carolina' is deceptive as it implies a significant increase when the actual number of cases reported this year is significantly lower than the previous year.
  • The sentence 'primarily spread by close contact, typically skin-to-skin, that occurs during sexual activity.' may not be entirely accurate as other forms of transmission such as touching contaminated surfaces or objects are also possible.

Recent Articles

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    Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024 Experience the Perseid meteor shower's fast and bright shooting stars during peak nights on August 12 and 13. Originated from debris left by Swift-Tuttle comet, up to 50-100 meteors per hour can be seen under optimal conditions. Find a dark place, best time is second week of August when Earth encounters richer meteoric activity in the Perseus constellation. Utilize online resources for live streams and expert analysis if unable to observe in person.
  • New Monkeypox Variant May Lead to Faster Rise in Cases and Increased Risk of Death

    New Monkeypox Variant May Lead to Faster Rise in Cases and Increased Risk of Death

    Broke On: Thursday, 04 April 2024 A new variant of the monkeypox virus may lead to a faster rise in cases due to its subtype causing more severe symptoms and potentially spreading easily. The CDC warns that this new strain increases the risk of contracting monkeypox, which can be fatal.
  • Caitlin Clark Leads Iowa to the Final Four with a Win Over LSU in NCAA Tournament Rematch

    Caitlin Clark Leads Iowa to the Final Four with a Win Over LSU in NCAA Tournament Rematch

    Broke On: Monday, 01 April 2024 Iowa's Caitlin Clark led the team to the Final Four with a win over LSU in the NCAA Tournament, after being denied last year by her former team.
  • Lexington Fire Department Captain Dies from Burn Injuries in House Fire Investigation Ongoing

    Lexington Fire Department Captain Dies from Burn Injuries in House Fire Investigation Ongoing

    Broke On: Sunday, 31 March 2024 On March 30th, a fire captain with the Lexington Fire Department died from burn injuries after getting seriously injured while fighting a house fire on West 5th Street. Two people are charged with misdemeanor breaking and entering into the burned house in Lexington, where methamphetamines were found at the scene of the fire. The investigation is ongoing to determine what caused the fire.
  • TA Walker: Shining a Light on His Journey to Beat Colorectal Cancer and Encourages Being Your Own Health Advocate

    TA Walker: Shining a Light on His Journey to Beat Colorectal Cancer and Encourages Being Your Own Health Advocate

    Broke On: Monday, 11 March 2024 TA Walker, a cancer survivor who developed and beat his colon cancer, is sharing his journey as part of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. He wants to encourage others to be their own health advocates.
  • Wake Forest Defeats Duke in Epic Basketball Game, Court Storming Incident Injures Kyle Filipowski

    Wake Forest Defeats Duke in Epic Basketball Game, Court Storming Incident Injures Kyle Filipowski

    Broke On: Sunday, 25 February 2024 Wake Forest defeated No. 8 Duke in a thrilling game on Saturday, February 24th with a score of 83-79. However, the celebration was cut short when Kyle Filipowski collided with a fan during court storming and sustained an injury.
  • UNC Defeats Duke in Classic Rivalry Game: 93-84 Final Score

    UNC Defeats Duke in Classic Rivalry Game: 93-84 Final Score

    Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 On February 3, 2024 at the Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill, NC, North Carolina defeated Duke 93-84 in a classic rivalry game.
  • Schools Across the US Close Due to Severe Winter Weather

    Schools Across the US Close Due to Severe Winter Weather

    Broke On: Wednesday, 17 January 2024 Schools across the US are closing and going virtual on January 17th due to severe winter weather. In Alabama, parts of the state could see temperatures as low as -20 degrees Fahrenheit tonight and into tomorrow morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for some areas in south Alabama where freezing rain is still falling. Many schools have already announced they will be closed or delayed on Wednesday, with some districts also announcing early dismissals today.