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OVERALL RATING:51 +, 18 -
USA TODAY scores a total of 51 Plus Points and 18 Minus Points in our evaluation of journalistic quality.
This corresponds to a score of 71* resp. the grade B (good).
*: (51 + 5 BP) * 100 / (51 + 5 BP + 18 + 5 BP)
This corresponds to a score of 71* resp. the grade B (good).
| Grade | Score | |
|---|---|---|
| very good | A+ | > 89 |
| A | 89 - 84 | |
| A- | 83 - 79 | |
| good | B+ | 78 - 74 |
| B | 73 - 67 | |
| B- | 66 - 62 | |
| satisfactory | C+ | 61 - 56 |
| C | 55 - 49 | |
| C- | 48 - 44 | |
| sufficient | D+ | 43 - 39 |
| D | 38 - 32 | |
| poor | D- | 31 - 26 |
| insufficient | F | < 26 |
Grade composition
The overall rating is made up of the following individual ratings from independent third parties:
Ad Fontes Media30 +, 10 -
Ad Fontes Media, Inc. is a media watchdog organization based in Colorado that is best known for its Media Bias Chart, which ranks media sources based on political bias and reliability. We combine their ratings of individual articles and episodes to create a weighted average, with low-rated items increasingly weighted higher.
- "Very high"
- "Medium"
Reliability (Weighted Average)
- "Low Bias"
- "Low Bias"
Bias (Weighted Average)
Media Bias/Fact Check15 +, 5 -
Media Bias/Fact Check (MBFC) is an American fact-checking website founded in 2015. It uses a 0-10 scale to rate sites on two areas: bias and factual accuracy. A source rated by MBFC with minimal bias gets 10 plus points. Maximum bias gets 10 minus points. The same principle applies to factual accuracy.
- "Center-Left"
Bias Rating
- "Mostly Factual"
Factual Reporting
Wikipedia3 +, 1 -
Wikipedia's reliability was often criticized in the 2000s but has improved over time; in the late 2010s and early 2020s, it was universally praised. Any positive mention of a source in the extract of a Wikipedia page in terms of credibility and quality gets a plus point, and vice versa.
- "USA Today ist eine US-amerikanische Tageszeitung."
German-speaking
Journalism Awards3 +
Journalism prizes are awards for excellent journalistic work in the period covered by the call for entries, which is usually one or two years. Sources receive one plus point for each journalistic award won that we track. We currently track up to three prestigious awards per country.
- "USA Today, for "Ghost Factories""
duPont–Columbia Award
Fact Checkers2 -
We primarily use fact-checkers affiliated with the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN). We have linked to the International Fact-Checking Network fact-checkers' code of principles in the headline. For each failed fact-checker there is one minus point.
Press Council Rulings
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Key Facts: Gayle King Defends Her Space Flight Experience
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vulture.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vulture.com
- Gayle King expressed disappointment over the criticism of her Blue Origin flight on April 14.
- She argues that the flight seeks to explore environmentally friendly solutions and challenges critics to share their experiences in space.
- King notes that some of her friends and celebrities, including Olivia Munn and Olivia Wilde, have labeled the flight as wasteful and harmful to the environment.
- She suggests that sexism influences the reactions and emphasizes the positive feedback she has received from many women and men.
If you’ve been and you still feel that way after you come back, please, let’s have a conversation.— Gayle King addressing critics of her space flight, suggesting that personal experience should inform their opinions.
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Key Facts: Zverev Overcomes Challenges to Reach Munich Semifinals
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bluewin.ch
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bluewin.ch
- Alexander Zverev advanced to the semifinals of the ATP tournament in Munich after a thrilling match against Tallon Griekspoor.
- During the match, Zverev faced verbal abuse from a spectator, which prompted boos from the crowd.
- Despite this distraction, Zverev secured the victory after over three hours with a score of 6:7, 7:6, 6:4.
- He expressed gratitude for the crowd's support and looked forward to his semifinal match against Fabian Marozsan.
There are always one or two idiots in the stadium, that's not a problem.— Alexander Zverev comments on the incident with a spectator during his match.
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Key Facts: Thunder Dominate Grizzlies with 51-Point Victory
2m · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 131-80 in Game 1 of their first-round Western Conference playoff series, marking the fifth-largest margin of victory in NBA postseason history.
- This 51-point margin was the largest in Game 1 playoff history and just seven points shy of a record.
- Jalen Williams led with 20 points, while Chet Holmgren added 19 points and 10 rebounds, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander managed only 15 points despite being the league's scoring champion.
- The Grizzlies struggled under interim coach Tuomas Iisalo, with Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. having subpar performances.
Basketball is not only not a perfect game, it’s an imperfect game.— Mark Daigneault, Thunder coach, before Game 1 against the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday.
Key Facts: Pope Blesses Easter as Crowds Cheer at Vatican
2h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Pope Francis delivered the traditional Easter blessing from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica after a brief meeting with Vice President JD Vance, marking his most notable appearance since being discharged from the hospital.
- The 88-year-old pontiff, who spent 38 days hospitalized due to double pneumonia, struggles with speaking and movement but managed to offer the 'Urbi et Orbi' blessing.
- Prior to the blessing, the pope had a private meeting with Vance, exchanging Easter greetings, while Vance also met with Vatican officials to discuss the pope's criticism of the Trump administration's immigration policy.
- In his Easter message, Francis called for an end to global conflicts, particularly in Gaza, lamenting the humanitarian crisis resulting from war and destruction.
"I appeal to the warring parties: call a ceasefire, release the hostages and come to the aid of a starving people that aspires to a future of peace!"— Pope Francis speaks about the conflicts in Gaza and the humanitarian situation.
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Key Facts: Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Deportation Plans
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: slate.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: slate.com
- The Supreme Court issued an emergency order to halt the deportation of Venezuelan migrants intended for a Salvadoran prison by the Trump administration.
- This intervention reflects a significant skepticism towards the government's credibility and may signal a shift in the Court's approach to the Trump administration.
- The Court's rapid response, which even preempted Justice Alito's dissent, emphasizes the urgency of the situation and the belief that the government might violate the law.
- The dissent from only Alito and Thomas suggests that a majority of the justices are prepared to impose limits on Trump and his administration.
Thousands take to streets across US to protest Trump and Musk policies: ‘They flaunt their criminality’
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Key Facts: Nationwide Protests Against Trump and Musk Policies
9h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- On the National Day of Action, demonstrators across all 50 states protested against perceived authoritarianism under the Trump administration.
- The decentralized 50501 movement organized 900 events, including marches and voter registrations, to oppose political overreach and the erosion of democracy.
- A key focus was the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a wrongfully deported Salvadoran, with protesters demanding his release while highlighting the unjust treatment of immigrants.
- The protests included comparisons of Trump to historical dictators, as the president spent the day at a golf club.
It’s horrifying and terrifying. I'm watching my country be destroyed really fast and I feel hopeless.— Teri Lenfest, a 79-year-old docent at California Academy of Sciences and San Francisco Zoo who showed up to the San Francisco protest.
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Key Facts: Sen. Van Hollen Addresses Constitutional Crisis Over Trump
4h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Senator Chris Van Hollen accused President Trump of leading the U.S. into a constitutional crisis by disregarding court orders in the Abrego Garcia case.
- Garcia, mistakenly deported to El Salvador, is at the center of a legal battle, with the Trump administration claiming it cannot assist in his return.
- Courts have sided with Garcia and the Democrats, recently ordering the Trump administration to facilitate his return.
- Van Hollen and other Democrats are seeking to increase pressure on the Salvadoran government while examining the financial implications of the Trump administration's policies.
If you have evidence, take it to the court. That’s where we litigate these things, and otherwise just shut up on social media.— Senator Chris Van Hollen, accusing members of the Trump administration of litigating through social media.
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Key Facts: LeBron James: Current Status and Achievements
16h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nba.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nba.com
- LeBron James has been cleared to play in Game 1 against the Timberwolves after being previously listed as probable due to a hip injury.
- He missed the last regular-season game due to a groin issue but is expected to participate in the upcoming match.
- In a recent game against the Rockets, James recorded 14 points, four rebounds, and eight assists in just 22 minutes.
- James boasts an impressive list of accolades, including four MVP awards and four NBA championships.
Key Facts: Easter Ceasefire Fails Amid Mutual Accusations
36m · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating the unilateral Easter ceasefire.
- The Kremlin stated there was no order to extend the ceasefire, while Zelenskiy highlighted ongoing Russian attacks.
- Both sides reported hundreds of assaults, with Russia claiming over 1,000 violations by Ukraine.
- The situation underscores the challenges of achieving lasting peace as the U.S. pushes for progress.
"We know what we are defending. We know what we are fighting for."— Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in a social media video urging Ukrainians not to give up hope that peace will one day return.
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Key Facts: US Threatens to Abandon Ukraine Peace Efforts
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The United States will abandon its peace negotiations with Russia and Ukraine if no progress is made in the coming days.
- Trump and Rubio emphasized the urgency of finding a solution quickly, as Washington's patience is running thin.
- While diplomatic talks in Paris received positive feedback, both the U.S. and Ukraine are showing signs of frustration over the negotiations.
- The next round of talks is scheduled for London, with Ukraine prepared to accept a comprehensive ceasefire.
We're not going to continue with this endeavour for weeks and months on end.— Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State, stated this after meeting with European and Ukrainian leaders in Paris.
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Key Facts: High State Spending Stifles Germany's Economic Growth
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nzz.ch
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nzz.ch
- State expenditures in Germany account for nearly 50 percent of economic output, straining the private sector.
- Liberal economists advocate for cutting state spending to enhance economic dynamism.
- The federal budget expenditures for 2024 are estimated at 598 billion euros, with social transfers and subsidies being the largest categories.
- A uniform reduction of subsidies could facilitate tax cuts without further burdening the budget.
Elizabeth Shackelford: President Donald Trump’s war on due process should terrify us all
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Supreme Court temporarily blocks deportations of Venezuelans held in northern Texas
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Key Facts: Supreme Court Halts Trump's Deportation of Venezuelan Migrants
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
- The US Supreme Court intervened to stop President Trump's deportation of Venezuelan migrants, which was set to occur without due process.
- The ruling temporarily prohibits the government from removing any migrants under the Alien Enemies Act until further notice.
- Trump defends the deportations as a crackdown on violent Venezuelan gangs, raising constitutional concerns among critics.
- The ACLU welcomed the ruling, stating it prevented migrants from being sent to a foreign prison without a chance to contest their deportation.
"These men were in imminent danger of spending their lives in a horrific foreign prison without ever having had a chance to go to court. We are relieved that the Supreme Court has not permitted the administration to whisk them away the way others were just last month."— Lee Gelernt, lead attorney for the American Civil Liberties Union, following the Supreme Court ruling.
Trump Officials Blame Mistake for Setting Off Confrontation With Harvard: An official on the administration’s antisemitism task force told the university that a ...
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Key Facts: Trump-Harvard Conflict: Miscommunication Sparks Tension
Apr 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Harvard received an unauthorized letter from the Trump administration containing extreme demands regarding hiring and curriculum.
- The university felt compelled to publicly reject the demands, leading to a confrontation with the administration.
- A Trump official stated that the letter should not have been sent, creating confusion over internal processes.
- The government's response included freezing funding, while Harvard highlighted the inappropriateness of the demands.
It was malpractice on the side of Harvard’s lawyers not to pick up the phone and call the members of the antisemitism task force who they had been talking to for weeks.— May Mailman, the White House senior policy strategist, commenting on Harvard's response to the Trump administration's demands.
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Republican senator backs Powell over Trump attacks on Fed: Banking committee member John Kennedy says US central bank ‘ought to be independent’
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Key Facts: Liam Hendriks Returns After Nearly Two-Year Absence
18h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The Boston Red Sox activated Liam Hendriks from the 15-day injured list.
- Hendriks returns after nearly two years due to an elbow injury that required Tommy John surgery.
- He is a three-time All-Star and was named the 2023 Comeback Player of the Year.
- Right-hander Hunter Dobbins was optioned to Triple-A Worcester following the game against the White Sox.
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1h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: espn.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: espn.co.uk
- The Oklahoma City Thunder led at halftime with a score of 36-68 against the Memphis Grizzlies.
- Chet Holmgren made crucial free throws, contributing significantly to the lead.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Marvin Bagley III also showcased impressive performances.
- The game was marked by missed opportunities for the Grizzlies, while the Thunder extended their advantage.
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Key Facts: Ohtani and Wife Celebrate Birth of First Child
14h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Shohei Ohtani and his wife Mamiko welcomed their first child, a girl, announcing the news via social media.
- Ohtani expressed gratitude to his wife, teammates, and medical professionals who supported them.
- He surprised many by revealing his marriage to Mamiko Tanaka, a former basketball player.
- Ohtani, who signed a 10-year contract with the Dodgers, is having a strong season with a .288 batting average and six home runs.
"Welcome to the Ohtani Family! I am so grateful to my loving wife who gave birth to our healthy beautiful daughter."— Shohei Ohtani, as he announced the birth of his daughter via social media.
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Key Facts: Humanoid Robots Struggle at Beijing Half Marathon
3h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wired.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wired.com
- Only six out of 21 humanoid robots finished the race, highlighting the challenges faced in robotics.
- The fastest robot, Tiangong Ultra, completed the course in 2 hours and 40 minutes, barely qualifying for a human participation award.
- Most robots experienced falls and overheating, requiring constant assistance from their human operators.
- The event underscored both the advancements and limitations of humanoid robotics in China, with a focus on entertainment rather than practical applications.
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High-ranking Dem Jamie Raskin threatens countries that support Trump: 'When we come back to power … we are not going to look kindly'
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Key Facts: Liverpool Nears Title, Sends Leicester Down
1h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Liverpool is on the verge of winning the Premier League after a 1-0 victory against Leicester City.
- Trent Alexander-Arnold scored the decisive goal in the 76th minute following a goalmouth scramble.
- Leicester can no longer avoid relegation after the loss and is confirmed to be relegated.
- Liverpool holds 79 points from 33 matches, while Arsenal has 66 points, making the title race nearly settled.
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Former President Clinton speaks at memorial service 30 years after Oklahoma City bombing
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Key Facts: Bill Clinton Commemorates Bombing Victims in Oklahoma City
5h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
- Thirty years after the deadliest domestic attack in U.S. history, Bill Clinton returned to Oklahoma City to honor the victims of the bombing.
- Clinton, who was president in 1995, delivered a keynote address at a remembrance ceremony, reflecting on the nation's grief and the importance of unity and kindness.
- He cautioned against the divisiveness in modern politics and highlighted the lessons to be learned from the 'Oklahoma Standard' that emerged after the attack.
- The ceremony included the reading of the 168 names of those killed and was relocated to a nearby church due to heavy rain.
I still remember as if it were 30 minutes ago, coming here with Hillary to that memorial service and saying: ‘You have lost too much, but you have not lost everything. You have certainly not lost America, and we will be with you for as many tomorrows as it takes.’— Bill Clinton, during his keynote address at the remembrance ceremony in Oklahoma City.
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Key Facts: Nationwide Protests Target Trump Administration Policies
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Thousands of demonstrators gathered across the U.S. on Saturday to protest President Trump's policies, focusing on immigration and civil rights.
- While turnout in cities like Washington and Chicago was smaller than previous protests, over 700 events took place from Jacksonville to Los Angeles.
- Protesters voiced concerns about various issues, including federal job cuts and minority rights, with many viewing the events as community-building experiences.
- In Concord, Massachusetts, some participants used a celebration of the American Revolution to protest against authoritarian tendencies, while others highlighted political divisions.
It’s an injustice.— Barry Knittle, 64, a manager at an engineering firm who lives in Mt. Kisco, N.Y., expressed his concerns regarding the political situation.
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