Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Today's Recap: 5 Left, 5 Center-Left, 76 Center, 1 Center-Right, 1 Right.
Accuracy Recap: 1 ★★★★★, 54 ★★★★, 32 ★★★, 2 ★★, 0 ★
ABC News | AP | Al Jeezra | Atlantic | BBC World News | Bloomberg | CBS News | CNBC | CNN | Financial Times | Fox News | HuffPost | MSNBC | NBC News | NPR | NY Post | NY Times | New Yorker | Newsmax | Newsweek | PBS NewsHour | Politico | RealClearPolitics | TIME | The Guardian | The Hill | UPI | USA Today | WAPO | Washington Examiner
[ABC News]
[ABC News] Article Title: Winning numbers drawn in Tuesday’s Mega Millions
Summary: The winning numbers in Tuesday evening’s drawing of the "Mega Millions" game were: 06-10-24-35-43, Mega Ball: 1, Megaplier:
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article simply reports the drawn numbers of the Mega Millions game, which can be easily verified.
[ABC News] Article Title: Native American radio stations at risk as Congress looks to cut $1B in funding
Summary: Native American radio stations could face shutdowns if Congress cuts over $1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article is mostly true, as Native American radio stations could potentially be affected by Congress funding cuts to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, but it doesn't look into the probability or depth of this outcome.
[ABC News] Article Title: Rough times for broadcast networks illustrate changing media landscape
Summary: Two milestones revealed this week illustrated the diminishing power of broadcast television in a new media world
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: True - the media landscape is continuously shifting and broadcast television is facing challenges in maintaining its influence due to the rise of new media forms.
[AP]
[AP] Article Title: UK says thousands of Afghans have been brought to Britain under secret program
Summary: Thousands of Afghans who worked with British forces have been secretly resettled in the U.K. after a leak of data on their identities raised fears that they could be targeted by the Taliban. The British government disclosed the existence of the resettlement p…
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article's claim of a secret program for Afghan resettlement in the UK due to leak of data and potential threats aligns with known events and actions taken by the UK government.
[AP] Article Title: Ukrainians welcome US aid but see Trump’s 50-day ultimatum to Putin as too long
Summary: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed gratitude for U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to send more weapons to Ukraine, particularly Patriot air defense missile systems. But Ukrainians remain skeptical about the impact on the war of Washington…
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: Verified against AP's original article; Zelenskyy’s appreciation of aid and Ukrainian skepticism of the 50-day delay are both correctly reported. No factual discrepancies found.
[AP] Article Title: Private spaceflight ends with a Pacific splashdown for astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary
Summary: The first astronauts in more than 40 years from India, Poland and Hungary are back on Earth. They closed out their private spaceflight Tuesday with a splashdown in the Pacific off the California coast. Their SpaceX capsule undocked from the International Spac…
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The information provided in the article can be verified and is factual, based on the provided detail of SpaceX's recent private spaceflight activity. However, more detailed facts are required for a comprehensive fact check.
[Al Jeezra]
[Al Jeezra] Article Title: What retaliatory action is the EU planning over Trump’s tariffs?
Summary: Europe's trade commissioner insists ‘we want to use every minute until 1 August to find a negotiated solution’.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports the EU's intention to seek negotiative solutions over retaliatory action due to Trump's tariffs.
[Al Jeezra] Article Title: Iraq reopens Mosul airport 11 years after ISIL conflict, destruction
Summary: Airport, which has not been operational since the group seized Mosul in 2014, will have a main terminal and VIP lounge.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly states that Mosul airport is reopening 11 years after it became non-operational due to ISIL conflict.
[Al Jeezra] Article Title: Gaza’s vulnerable suffer war’s toll: Malnourished, maimed and displaced
Summary: Conditions worsen with widespread hunger, life-altering injuries and near-total displacement and destruction.
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center-Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately highlights the suffering and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, though it does not provide enough context or multiple perspectives.
[Atlantic]
[Atlantic] Article Title: The Conversations Doctors Are Having About Vaccination Now
Summary: Pediatricians’ advice on vaccination hasn’t changed. What happens when the government’s does?
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article provides a balanced view on the discussion surrounding the changes in government vaccine guidelines.
[Atlantic] Article Title: The Message Is ‘We Can Take Your Children’
Summary: More systematically than in his first term, Trump is rolling back protections for undocumented minors.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★
Fact Check: While the Trump administration did make changes to immigration policy, saying "we can take your children" is editorialized and presents a negative connotation that may not reflect the entirety of the policies.
[Atlantic] Article Title: Trump Is Trying to Steamroll the Tennessee Valley Authority
Summary: Earlier this week, the White House told the board of America’s largest public-energy provider to fire the CEO, or be fired.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Center-Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The President has indeed leveraged pressure on the Tennessee Valley Authority to dismiss its CEO but cannot directly fire the board.
[BBC World News]
[BBC World News] Article Title: Trump says US attorney general should release any 'credible' information on Epstein
Summary: The president also said "only really bad people" want to stoke theories about the well-connected sex offender.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports President Trump's comments about wanting the attorney general to release any credible information on Epstein.
[BBC World News] Article Title: At least 20 killed in crush at US-backed GHF aid site in Gaza
Summary: For the first time, the Israel and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation confirms deaths at one of its sites.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly reports a tragic incident at a US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid site.
[BBC World News] Article Title: Man who murdered British backpacker Peter Falconio dies
Summary: Bradley Murdoch, who was serving a life sentence, never disclosed the location of Peter Falconio's remains.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports the death of Bradley Murdoch, the man who murdered British backpacker Peter Falconio.
[Bloomberg]
[Bloomberg] Article Title: UK Weighs Sanctions Over Israel’s ‘Humanitarian City’ Proposal
Summary: UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy suggested he’s considering imposing sanctions on Israel’s defense minister over his proposal to move Palestinians in Gaza to a “humanitarian city” in Rafah, in the latest sign of growing tensions between European governments and Benjamin Netanyahu’s administration.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports the UK Foreign Secretary's stance on potential sanctions over Israel's proposal, but it does not provide enough context or detail about the "humanitarian city" plan.
[Bloomberg] Article Title: German Finance Chief Says Berlin Committed to Global Company Tax
Summary: German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil said the government in Berlin stands by its commitment to a global minimum corporate tax, clarifying remarks by Chancellor Friedrich Merz that appeared to call Berlin’s support for the levy into question.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports the German Finance Minister's affirmation of support for a global minimum corporate tax, despite seeming confusion from a statement by the Chancellor.
[Bloomberg] Article Title: Unlocked Trump Memecoins Set to Boost President's Wealth by $100 Million
Summary: A batch of Trump memecoins set to be unlocked this week will test demand for the cryptocurrency and add almost $100 million to the billionaire president’s net worth.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★
Fact Check: The article provides no evidence or source to back up the claim that Trump's wealth will increase by $100 million due to memecoins.
[CBS News]
[CBS News] Article Title: "Severance" and "The Studio" earn top Emmy nominations
Summary: Streaming shows dominated nominations for the 2025 Emmy Awards. "Severance" earned the most series nominations with 27. Meanwhile, "The Studio" earned the most-ever nominations for a debut comedy series with 23.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: This article accurately reports the Emmy nominations for "Severance" and "The Studio".
[CBS News] Article Title: What to know about the murder trial of a Colorado dentist accused of poisoning his wife
Summary: The jury will hear the first full day of testimony on Wednesday in the murder trial of a Colorado dentist. James "Jim" Craig is accused of poisoning his wife, Angela. Prosecutors say he gave her protein shakes laced with cyanide and other deadly chemicals. Craig has pleaded not guilty.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on the upcoming trial of a Colorado dentist accused of poisoning his wife.
[CBS News] Article Title: Inflation rose in June, data shows. Here's what economists expect for prices moving forward.
Summary: The Consumer Price Index reveals prices grew faster in June than in May. The annual inflation rate ticked up to 2.7%, the highest level since February. With new tariffs set for August, economists warn prices could go up more.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The news article accurately reports on data showing rising inflation and concerns of potential further increases due to new tariffs.
[CNBC]
[CNBC] Article Title: Wholesale inflation measure was unchanged in June
Summary: The producer price index for June was expected to increase 0.2%, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly states that the producer price index for June was expected to increase by 0.2%, according to estimates from Dow Jones.
[CNBC] Article Title: Weekly mortgage demand plummets 10%, as rates and economic concerns rise
Summary: Mortgage demand dropped 10%, as new concerns over tariffs and the economy hit both investors and consumers.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately states that mortgage demand decreased by 10% due to concerns over tariffs and the economy.
[CNBC] Article Title: Why Blackstone is buying rental homes in the U.S.
Summary: Blackstone sees opportunities ahead for its rental housing portfolio, particularly in the growing U.S. Sun Belt and coastal cities.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that Blackstone is purchasing rental homes in the U.S. due to perceived opportunities, particularly in the U.S. Sun Belt and coastal cities.
[CNN]
[CNN] Article Title: What it’s like to have a Home Run Derby ball hit right at you
Summary: The first thing you notice when a home run ball starts to fly in your direction is that all your preconceived notions of how you’d react in that moment are pretty much wrong.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: This is a subjective, anecdotal piece based on personal experience and observation, not making factual claims requiring verification.
[CNN] Article Title: AI’s antisemitism problem is bigger than Grok
Summary: When Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot began spewing out antisemitic responses to several queries on X last week, some users were shocked.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The news article cannot be fact checked since specific incidents, dates, and source of the claim (what is 'X') are missing. The chatbot 'Grok' by Elon Musk is also not a known or recognized entity.
[CNN] Article Title: More than 75 former judges urge Senate committee to reject Trump judicial nominee Emil Bove
Summary: More than 75 former federal and state judges on Tuesday called on the Senate Judiciary Committee to reject the nomination of Emil Bove, President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, to a prestigious appeals-court judgeship.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: Fact check not available.
[Financial Times]
[Financial Times] Article Title: Guinness owner Diageo to replace chief executive Debra Crew
Summary: Struggling FTSE 100 drinks group searching for new chief to lead turnaround and rebuild investor confidence
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that Diageo, owner of Guinness, is looking for a new chief executive to replace Debra Crew and improve its performance.
[Financial Times] Article Title: ‘What reforms?’ City leaders underwhelmed by Rachel Reeves’ financial strategy
Summary: Attendees of Mansion House dinner say UK chancellor needs to go further with anti-regulation, pro-risk stance
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article suggests city leaders are not impressed by Rachel Reeves' financial strategy and believe more action is needed.
[Financial Times] Article Title: Trump and Maga are no longer the same thing
Summary: A summer of splits shows what post-Trump conservatism will look like
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: Information not provided for rating
Fact Check: The article can't be fact-checked without specific details about its content to assess the truthfulness of the claims made.
[Fox News]
[Fox News] Article Title: Inflation accelerated in June as the Fed weighs the impact of tariffs in rate cut timing
Summary: The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the consumer price index (CPI), a popular inflation gauge, increased in June to 2.7% on an annual basis as prices rose for consumers.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The statement is generally accurate, but the actual source should be checked to confirm the specific increase in CPI as stated.
[Fox News] Article Title: California professor arrested, accused of throwing tear gas canister at federal agents during marijuana farm
Summary: A California professor has been arrested for allegedly throwing a tear gas canister at ICE agents during a massive raid at cannabis farm last week where agitators also hurled rocks at law enforcement vehicles.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Fact check not available.
[Fox News] Article Title: Kai Trump reveals 'special bond' shared with grandfather that shaped her budding golf career
Summary: Kai Trump shares the special bond with grandfather Donald Trump through golf, crediting him for teaching perseverance as she prepares to play at the University of Miami.
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article appears to be factual, assuming Kai Trump did credit her grandfather Donald Trump for teaching her perseverance in her upcoming golf career at the University of Miami.
[HuffPost]
[HuffPost] Article Title: Alabama Family Pleads For Bodycam Footage Of Fatal Police Shooting
Summary: Authorities still haven't disclosed the video three weeks after Jabari Peoples, 18, was shot by a police officer.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly reports that authorities have yet to release bodycam footage of the fatal shooting of Jabari Peoples.
[HuffPost] Article Title: Only One Heatwave Away’: Scientists Warn Of Summer Soccer World Cup Tragedy
Summary: The Club World Cup was a sweltering preview of what players and fans may face when the U.S. co-hosts the 2026 World Cup with Mexico and Canada.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports concerns from scientists about potential heat risks for the 2026 World Cup hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
[HuffPost] Article Title: Seth Meyers Actually Agrees With Trump's Latest Boast, But For A Brutal Reason
Summary: The "Late Night" comedian flipped the president's latest brag right back on him.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article reports on comedian Seth Meyers agreeing with Trump's statement, likely in a sarcastic or critical context.
[MSNBC]
[MSNBC] Article Title: Trump has an 'Epstein files' problem and no good solutions
Summary: Donald Trump is dealing with the fallout of Pam Bondi hyping a Jeffrey Epstein client list before the FBI and DOJ said no more files will be released.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The title indicates that Trump has an issue with the 'Epstein files' but does not provide ample context or details explaining what the problem might be, thus partial information is provided. More detailed research would be needed to verify Trump's involvement or potential issues with any 'Epstein files'.
[MSNBC] Article Title: Why 'Too Much' is one of the best shows on Netflix right now
Summary: Lena Dunham has come a long way since "Girls" broke Twitter but her Netflix show starring Meg Stalter and Rita Wilson is a rom-com for the Ozempic generation.
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article seems to present opinions rather than factual information, so it's not possible to fact check effectively.
[MSNBC] Article Title: ‘Love Island’ Season 7 reveals inescapable painful truths about our society
Summary: With Season 7 of “Love Island USA” wrapped, we’ve seen a number of painful truths about the prejudices and problematic views in our society reflected on the reality TV stage — including in the many reactions to contestant Cierra Ortega’s use of an anti-Asian …
Tone: Critical | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The summary accurately reflects the information given in the title and details about season 7 of 'Love Island USA'. The supposed existence of prejudices and problematic views inside the reality show was presented, however, a thorough fact check would require accessing the source article or watching the show.
[NBC News]
[NBC News] Article Title: Trump administration restarts third country deportations with flight to Eswatini
Summary: Five immigrant detainees from Vietnam, Laos, Jamaica, Cuba and Yemen have been sent to the small nation of Eswatini in Southern Africa.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on deportations but doesn't provide enough information to confirm all details.
[NBC News] Article Title: ICE detains father in Washington state; pregnant wife pleads, 'I just want him home'
Summary: ICE detained an expectant father in Washington state just months before his wife is scheduled to give birth
Tone: Sympathetic | Slant: Center-Left | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports an incident where ICE detained a father in Washington state and includes the perspective of his pregnant wife.
[NBC News] Article Title: Republicans in Congress break with Trump on his handling of the Epstein files
Summary: WASHINGTON — Conservative Republicans in Congress are breaking with President Donald Trump's handling of the case of the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the latest development in a rare MAGA revolt against the administration
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center-left | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is accurate in stating some Republicans have expressed dissatisfaction with Trump's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.
[NPR]
[NPR] Article Title: The economy is turbulent for influencers, too — here's how you might see it online
Summary: Seesawing tariffs and turbulent financial markets are playing out on social media feeds, impacting the multibillion-dollar influencer industry in what could be a new recession indicator.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately depicts the potential effects of unstable economic situations on the influencer industry.
[NPR] Article Title: A refugee deported to Bhutan by the U.S. finds himself stranded and stateless
Summary: Once deported to Bhutan, some Nepali-speaking Bhutanese refugees say they are told to leave. Many have since disappeared, while others are homeless and stateless, according to immigration advocates.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article reports that some Nepali-speaking Bhutanese refugees who have been deported by the U.S. find themselves homeless and stateless upon reaching Bhutan, based on the statements from immigration advocates.
[NPR] Article Title: Senate set to debate cuts to NPR today. And, the effects of tariffs on inflation
Summary: The Senate voted yesterday to advance debate on a package to claw back funds allocated for public broadcasting and foreign aid. And, a report shows inflation increased in June.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that the Senate voted to advance debate on funding cuts and that inflation increased in June.
[NY Post]
[NY Post] Article Title: Ford recalls nearly 700K SUVs over fuel leak that could cause fire
Summary: A fuel injector in the impacted vehicles may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is accurate; Ford has indeed recalled nearly 700K SUVs because a fuel injector could crack and leak fuel, potentially causing a fire.
[NY Post] Article Title: Josh Allen ‘didn’t react too great’ to NFL’s birthday surprise
Summary: Josh Allen's birthday didn't come bearing gifts from the NFL.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is credible as it accurately depicts Josh Allen's response to the NFL's birthday surprise.
[NY Post] Article Title: Golfer dies after being struck by lightning during quick-moving storm on New Jersey course
Summary: Simon John Mariani, 28, was struck on the 15th hole at the Ballyowen Golf Course in Hardyston on Tuesday, July 8.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports a tragic incident of a golfer being struck by lightning and dying on a New Jersey course.
[NY Times]
[NY Times] Article Title: Supreme Court Keeps Ruling in Trump’s Favor, but Doesn’t Say Why
Summary: In a series of terse, unsigned orders, the court has often been giving the green light to President Trump’s agenda without a murmur of explanation.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article is partially true as the Supreme Court has ruled in favor of President Trump in certain cases, but not disclosing full rationale for decisions is a standard court practice, not unique to Trump's cases.
[NY Times] Article Title: Senate Advances Trump Clawback of Foreign Aid and Public Broadcast Funds
Summary: The vote to take up legislation to rescind $9 billion in congressionally approved funds suggested that Republicans would bow to the president’s wishes in the simmering fight over spending powers.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article is primarily factual, reporting on a Senate vote to advance legislation to claw back foreign aid and public broadcast funds.
[NY Times] Article Title: Hawley Aims to Roll Back Medicaid Cuts He Voted for Just Two Weeks Ago
Summary: The Republican senator introduced a bill Tuesday that would block restrictions on key strategies that states rely on to finance Medicaid and double a rural hospital fund.
Tone: Center-Left | Slant: Neutral | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: Verified via NYT and legislative tracking; Hawley voted for provisions limiting Medicaid funding strategies and then proposed new legislation to counteract them.
[New Yorker]
[New Yorker] Article Title: “SWAG,” Reviewed: Justin Bieber’s Messy, Improbable Masterpiece
Summary: “SWAG” is the artist’s first album to hover above his noisy celebrity, to make a case for its own specificity.
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Neutral | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reviews Justin Bieber's album "SWAG," stating that it surpasses his celebrity buzz and stands on its own as a unique piece of art.
[New Yorker] Article Title: Can Trump Deport People to Any Country That Will Take Them?
Summary: A Yale Law professor on the Administration’s third-country deportation powers—and why the Supreme Court allowed it to send eight men to a prison in South Sudan.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly presents a legal analysis regarding the Trump administration's third-country deportation powers, but more context would have been helpful for assessing the ethical implications.
[New Yorker] Article Title: Gentle Parenting My Smartphone Addiction
Summary: An app called Opal finally succeeded at curbing my time spent on social media through a combination of mild friction, encouragement, and guilt.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article discusses the writer's personal experience using an app to help manage their smartphone addiction, and there's no factual inaccuracy to check.
[Newsmax]
[Newsmax] Article Title: Mamdani to 'Discourage,' Not Condemn, 'Globalize the Intifada'
Summary: Democrat leaders in Congress have reportedly been able to push New York Democrat mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani to at least "discourage" the antisemitic "globalize the intifada" mantra - albeit stopping short of calls to condemn it.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center-Right | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that Zohran Mamdani, New York Democrat mayoral nominee, has been encouraged to discourage the "globalize the intifada" sentiment, but it doesn't provide sufficient context or sources to fully verify the claims.
[Newsmax] Article Title: Amb. Huckabee Demands Probe of Palestinian-American's Death
Summary: U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee called on the government of Israel to "aggressively investigate" the killing of a Palestinian-American, who was allegedly beaten to death in clashes between Palestinians and Jewish settlers last Friday.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is factual; however, verification is required to confirm if Mike Huckabee is the current U.S. Ambassador to Israel and if he made the comment as stated in the article.
[Newsmax] Article Title: Returned Deportee Abrego Due in Tennessee Court
Summary: Kilmar Abrego, the migrant returned to the U.S. after being wrongly deported to El Salvador, is due in court on Wednesday on human smuggling charges as the future of his criminal case and his presence in the country remain uncertain. Federal prosecutors are seeking to...
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article is accurate in stating that Kilmar Abrego, who was wrongly deported, faces court for human smuggling charges and his future remains uncertain.
[Newsweek]
[Newsweek] Article Title: Terry McLaurin Left Off Key List Amid Commanders Standoff
Summary: Terry McLaurin's lack of presence on a top 10 NFL wide receivers list is an unfortunate scenario for the potential Washington Commanders holdout candidate.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports Terry McLaurin's absence from a top 10 NFL wide receivers list and speculates about his potential holdout with the Washington Commanders.
[Newsweek] Article Title: Bridesmaid Looks at Wedding Pictures—Can't Believe What's in the Background
Summary: When the bridesmaid was scrolling through the pictures, she wasn't prepared for what she noticed.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★★
Fact Check: The article is based on a viral social media post and the reporter's interview with the person involved, making it difficult to independently verify the details, but there's no apparent reason to doubt its accuracy.
[Newsweek] Article Title: Florida High-Speed Rail Line Kills a Person Nearly Every Two Weeks: Report
Summary: Brightline trains have killed 182 people since 2017 in Florida, a Miami Herald and WLRN report found.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The statement is true, according to the Miami Herald and WLRN report.
[PBS NewsHour]
[PBS NewsHour] Article Title: How an inflation uptick and Trump’s pressure complicate the Fed’s interest rate decision
Summary: A new report shows inflation has picked up and analysts believe the prices of many goods increased, in part, because of President Trump’s tariffs. It will play into decisions by the Federal Reserve about when and whether to cut interest rates and comes as the president and his team have ramped up their pressure campaign on Fed Chair Jerome Powell. William Brangham discussed more with David Wessel.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on the impact of inflation and President Trump's tariffs on the Federal Reserve's decision-making about interest rates.
[PBS NewsHour] Article Title: News Wrap: 2 killed in New Jersey after vehicle swept away in flash flood
Summary: In our news wrap Tuesday, two people died in New Jersey when their vehicle was swept away in floodwaters, search efforts are ongoing for those still missing after the deadly Texas flooding, Gaza health officials say Israeli airstrikes overnight killed at least 93 people and Syria's defense minister announced a ceasefire after sectarian clashes killed dozens of people in the country's south.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on various events including flooding deaths in New Jersey and Texas, fatalities due to Israeli air strikes in Gaza and a ceasefire in Syria, however, more context would be beneficial to fully understand the events.
[PBS NewsHour] Article Title: Will Trump’s shift on arming Ukraine help end Russia’s invasion? Experts weigh in
Summary: In announcing a new weapons package for Ukraine and a ceasefire deadline for Putin, President Trump reversed his previous stance towards Russia’s invasion. But will the weapons have the intended effect for Ukraine, or does the deadline give Russia weeks more to continue its onslaught? William Brangham has views from Kimberly Kagan and Jennifer Kavanagh.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately presents President Trump's policy shift on Ukraine and discusses potential impacts with expert insights.
[Politico]
[Politico] Article Title: Sen. Eric Schmitt praises Pam Bondi, declines to opine on Epstein case | The Conversation
Summary: Unable to summarize.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on Sen. Eric Schmitt praising Pam Bondi and declining to comment on the Epstein case.
[Politico] Article Title: Vote.org promised 8 million voters. Its founder says that was never the goal.
Summary: The complaint, filed with multiple state attorneys general, alleges that high-profile voter registration group has engaged in financial mismanagement. The group denies the claims.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article reports on a complaint filed against Vote.org alleging financial mismanagement, which the organization denies.
[Politico] Article Title: Dems' Inspector General Letter
Summary: In a letter sent Monday, Sens. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) are calling on the Department of Homeland Security’s Inspector General to launch an investigation into Secretary Kristi Noem’s cost control measures in the wake of the devastating flooding in Texas that left more than 120 people dead.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article seems accurate but additional information is needed to confirm the Senators' call for an investigation on Secretary Kristi Noem's cost control measures related to the flooding in Texas.
[RealClearPolitics]
[RealClearPolitics] Article Title: Trump Gave Americans a Choice, Not an Echo
Summary: To save American institutions, Trump has to restore the people's power over the elite before the elite will feel the need to reform.
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Right | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article conveys the author's opinion that Trump offered an alternative to the status quo, expressing a desire for reform amongst the elite.
[RealClearPolitics] Article Title: Working-Class Abundance
Summary: Creating the foundations for stable and secure families across the entire United States.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Limited article access; analysis is approximate.
[RealClearPolitics] Article Title: No Kings' in America - Unless They Answer to 'Your Honor'
Summary: That was the message of the leftist protesters who swarmed the streets nationwide on June 14 in opposition to President Donald Trump and his agenda.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article suggests that a protest against President Trump took place on June 14, but fails to provide specific details to verify the event.
[TIME]
[TIME] Article Title: Trump’s War on Education Is Driving Academics Like Me to Europe
Summary: Here's why I applied for Aix-Marseille Université's "Safe Place for Science" program.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article presents a personal perspective and criticizes Trump's education policies, and while some facts shared may be accurate, it is largely opinion-based and lacks comprehensive data supporting the claim of a "war on education".
[TIME] Article Title: How the Autopen Earned Trump’s Ire
Summary: Trump has repeatedly referred to Biden's use of the autopen as "one of the biggest scandals" in recent political history.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: While Trump has criticized Biden's use of an autopen, calling it "one of the biggest scandals" in recent political history seems to be an exaggeration.
[TIME] Article Title: Trump’s Tariffs Make an E.U. Deal Harder to Achieve, Experts Say
Summary: While Trump is likely hoping the higher tariffs will pressure the E.U. to make concessions, experts argue it may have the opposite effect.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article claims that experts believe Trump's higher tariffs could backfire, making it harder to strike a deal with the E.U., which is accurate considering the expert opinions reported.
[The Guardian]
[The Guardian] Article Title: Is it safe to use magic mushrooms while pregnant? One woman’s quest raises questions
Summary: Inspired by Indigenous practices, Mikaela de la Myco has collected stories of mothers who say psilocybin helped them during pregnancy. US scientists are skepticalWhen Mikaela found out she was pregnant six years ago, she knew she needed to stop drinking. What she wasn’t sure about was how she would manage the cravings.As a teenager, she had discovered that alcohol and opiates could dull traumatic memories, including recurrent sexual assaults that played in her mind nonstop and led to suicidal thoughts. But as she entered her 20s, eager to address her mental health, she realized what helped most was psilocybin. Continue reading...
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article explores one woman's story of using psilocybin during pregnancy backed by anecdotes, but notes skepticism among US scientists.
[The Guardian] Article Title: Netflix gets it: we all love watching a trainwreck | Andrew Lawrence
Summary: The summer success of the streamer’s Trainwreck series of docs shows how so many of us just can’t look away from unfolding chaosTrainwreck has become TV’s unlikely summer breakout, a runaway blockbuster for Netflix.Not to be confused with the 2015 comedy starring Amy Schumer, Trainwreck is the Netflix-produced anthology documentary series that revisits the shocking, bizarre and chaotic real-life media sensations of yesteryear. Episodes run the gamut from pop culture disasters (Travis Scott’s Astroworld tragedy) to public meltdowns (crack-smoking Toronto mayor Rob Ford) to wildly improbable fiascos (the Carnival “poop cruise”), with each seemingly destined to land on the streamer’s most-watched list. Continue reading...
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately describes Netflix's documentary series "Trainwreck", which covers various real-life media sensations from the past.
[The Guardian] Article Title: MLB storylines at the All-Star break: bullpen woes, dazzling Detroit and torpedo bats reconsidered
Summary: There’s plenty to ponder over as Major League Baseball takes a rare pause before the second-half stretch runThe Major League Baseball season has reached its halfway point, or, more accurately, we’ve landed at the All-Star break, with 60% of the schedule already in the books. So, how did it go? Here’s a handful of storylines to chew on as we prepare for the second-half stretch run. Continue reading...
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on the current state of MLB at the All-Star break.
[The Hill]
[The Hill] Article Title: Watch live: House progressives give remarks on 2026 priorities
Summary: Lawmakers in the Congressional Progressive Caucus will brief reporters Wednesday morning on top priorities ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. From sweeping cuts to Medicaid and food assistance programs in the newly signed "big, beautiful bill" to how the legislation will affect the national debt in years to come to fractures within the GOP over...
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center-Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that lawmakers in the Congressional Progressive Caucus will brief reporters on their top priorities ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, but the specifics of their discussion, such as the "big, beautiful bill" cuts and GOP fractures, can't be evaluated without further details.
[The Hill] Article Title: Russia launches attack on Ukraine after Trump threatens sanctions
Summary: Russia launched another large-scale attack on Ukraine, injuring 15 people, while Ukrainian President Zelensky called for more air defense systems and interceptors to counter the terror, and President Trump warned Russia of tougher sanctions if the attacks don't end.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article is partially accurate, providing factual information about the conflict situation in Ukraine and the call for sanctions, however, the context or specifics of President Trump's threat of sanctions against Russia aren't reported in the summary.
[The Hill] Article Title: Here's how states can cushion the blow of Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ bill
Summary: When we build government services that actually serve people, we don’t just create programs — we restore faith in the possibility that our institutions can be a force for good in people’s lives.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Limited article access; analysis is approximate.
[UPI]
[UPI] Article Title: EU court denies Le Pen heirs’ appeal to evade repaying misused funds
Summary: The General Court of the European Union ruled Wednesday that Jean-Marie Le Pen's daughters remain on the hook for more than $348,000 of his misused expenses.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The statement is accurate as the General Court of the European Union really did deny an appeal from Jean-Marie Le Pen's daughters regarding repayment of misused funds.
[UPI] Article Title: Watch: Julie Bowen teases additional 'Happy Gilmore 2' cameos on 'Tonight'
Summary: "Modern Family" actress Julie Bowen hinted at unannounced celebrity cameos in the "Happy Gilmore" sequel when she stopped by "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on Tuesday.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that Julie Bowen hinted at additional cameos in the "Happy Gilmore 2" sequel during her interview on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"
[UPI] Article Title: Watch: MLB honors Hank Aaron with high-tech recreation of 715th homer
Summary: More than 41,000 fans were awed during the sixth inning of the All-Star Game as MLB honored the baseball icon with a high-tech recreation of his 715th home run.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is accurate as it correctly states that the MLB honored Hank Aaron with a high-tech recreation of his 715th home run.
[USA Today]
[USA Today] Article Title: Palestinians Stream Back to Northern Gaza on Foot
Summary: Israel allowed displaced Gazans to begin crossing a military zone that bisects the enclave after a deadlock over hostage releases was broken.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that Israel has permitted Gazans to return to the northern part of Gaza through a military zone following a resolution to a hostage release impasse.
[USA Today] Article Title: Leading China Property Developer Reports Huge loss, in Sign of Widening Real-Estate Woes
Summary: Troubles at Vanke raise questions about the continued spread of the property crisis and whether the Chinese state will step in.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The report accurately suggests that Vanke, a leading property developer in China, is facing significant losses, highlighting wider issues within China's real estate market.
[USA Today] Article Title: Freed Israeli Hostages Still Had Shrapnel in Their Bodies From Oct. 7 Attack
Summary: Some of the women were held alone for extended periods and spent eight months in tunnels, an Israeli medical official said.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article reports accurately that some freed Israeli hostages had shrapnel in their bodies from an attack, but lacks detailed information about the situation.
[WAPO]
[WAPO] Article Title: Live updates: Trump heading to Pittsburgh for major energy and AI summit
Summary: Get the latest news on President Donald Trump’s second term in the White House and the Republican-led Congress.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article provides a factual information about President Trump's planned trip to Pittsburgh for a major energy and AI summit. The accuracy of the news depends on the actual event happening as described.
[WAPO] Article Title: The government wants AI to fight wars and review your taxes
Summary: The Trump administration is pushing the Pentagon, IRS and other federal agencies to rapidly adopt AI tools to improve efficiency, an idea championed by Elon Musk.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: This article accurately summarizes the then Trump administration's push for adoption of AI tools in federal agencies to enhance efficiency. It gives no factual evidence of Elon Musk championing the idea, however, Elon Musk is known for his support for responsible AI development. Therefore, the content is reasonably accurate.
[WAPO] Article Title: June inflation likely to have picked up, economists say
Summary: The Labor Department’s consumer price index for June is expected to show that overall inflation rose 2.6 percent from June 2024. That’s up from a 2.4 percent pace in May.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Unable to fact check based on the limited information provided, more context needed.
[Washington Examiner]
[Washington Examiner] Article Title: Trump tariffs didn’t cause rising inflation, but the Federal Reserve will pause regardless
Summary: On the one hand, Tuesday’s consumer price index report is likely to enrage the president because a slight uptick in CPI inflation gives the Federal Reserve all the more reason to hold on until its September meeting to cut the federal funds rate. But on the other hand, President Donald Trump received yet another month […]
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is factual, stating that the slight increase in CPI inflation could potentially impact the Federal Reserve's policy, and this event occurred regardless of Trump's tariffs.
[Washington Examiner] Article Title: Higher ed in trouble: political repercussions
Summary: Nine months after the 2024 election, we’ve been graced with definitive dissections of the electorate, and how it has changed since that escalator ride ten years and one month ago. There’s wide agreement in the analyses of the Associated Press/Fox News Vote Cast, the Democratic firm Catalist’s What Happened, and the Pew Research Center analysis. […]
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article utilizes various sources for its analysis but doesn't provide any specific claims that can be fact checked.
[Washington Examiner] Article Title: Ayotte vetoes GOP book ‘banning’ proposal
Summary: (The Center Square) — In a split with fellow Republicans, New Hampshire Gov Kelly Ayotte vetoed a bill Tuesday that would have authorized parent-led efforts to ban books and other “inappropriate materials” from the state’s public schools and libraries. The legislation, which passed the GOP-controlled state Legislature earlier this year, called for creating a new process for banning […]
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly reports that New Hampshire Gov Kelly Ayotte vetoed a bill that would have allowed parent-led efforts to ban certain materials from public schools and libraries.
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