Thursday, September 11, 2025
Today's Recap: 5 Left, 3 Center-Left, 86 Center, 3 Center-Right, 2 Right.
Accuracy Recap: 6 ★★★★★, 49 ★★★★, 26 ★★★, 1 ★★, 17 ★
ABC News | AP US | Al Jazeera | BBC World News | Bloomberg Politics | CBS News | CNBC | CNN US | Financial Times | Fox News | Google News | HuffPost US | MSNBC | NBC News | NPR | NY Post | NY Times | Newsmax | Newsweek | PBS NewsHour | Politico | RealClearPolitics | Reuters U.S. | TIME | The Atlantic | The Guardian US | The Hill | The New Yorker | UPI | USA Today | Wall St. Journal | Washington Examiner | Washington Post
[ABC News]
[ABC News] Article Title: Appeals court rules Trump doesn't have the authority to fire Copyright Office director
Summary: A divided appeals court has ruled President Donald Trump doesn’t have the authority to unilaterally remove and replace the director of the U.S. Copyright Office
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that a divided appeals court has ruled that President Trump does not have the power to unilateral fire and replace the U.S.
[ABC News] Article Title: Kilmar Abrego Garcia wants asylum. The US wants to deport him. What to know
Summary: Kilmar Abrego Garcia faces an uncertain future
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article discusses the asylum case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man facing potential deportation from the U.S.
[ABC News] Article Title: Trump takes one step back and another forward in his attempt to reshape the Fed
Summary: President Donald Trump’s goal of appointing a majority of the Federal Reserve’s board of governors faced a setback Tuesday when a court blocked his unprecedented attempt to fire Lisa Cook
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately explains the ongoing situation regarding Donald Trump's intent to reshape the Federal Reserve's board, albeit with a court blockage in his attempt to remove Lisa Cook.
[AP US]
[AP US] Article Title: Now summer's over, here's what to do with all those photos on your camera roll
Summary: The end of summer means many of us have a phone full of vacation photos. While some highlights make it to social media, many pictures get forgotten.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately discusses the common issue of having many unsorted photos after vacation season.
[AP US] Article Title: A US Orthodox influencer spoke against Russia's war. Then, she was ousted as a nun
Summary: Sister Vassa Larin is an American nun who is best known for teaching about the Eastern Orthodox faith to thousands of viewers on YouTube.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports Sister Vassa Larin's ousting after her public dissent against Russia's war actions.
[AP US] Article Title: A college campus, a fiery speaker — and then a single gunshot
Summary: A crowd gathered around a white canopy on a grassy college courtyard just weeks into the fall semester, eager to hear what the speaker beneath it had to say.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: A crowd gathered around a white canopy on a grassy college courtyard just weeks into the fall semester, eager to hear what the speaker beneath it had to say.
[Al Jazeera]
[Al Jazeera] Article Title: Israel kills dozens in Gaza as Amnesty warns of ‘unlawful’ displacement
Summary: Amnesty International urges Israel to 'immediately rescind' mass displacement order as WHO vows to remain in Gaza City.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports Amnesty International's urging Israel to rescind displacement orders and the World Health Organization's commitment to remain in Gaza, but doesn't provide sufficient context about the broader conflict.
[Al Jazeera] Article Title: Germany’s Israel Obsession
Summary: The fight against anti-Semitism in Germany is empowering those with the closest ties to its fascist past.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article criticizes Germany's fight against anti-Semitism but doesn't provide enough context or evidence to substantiate its claims on empowering fascist ties.
[Al Jazeera] Article Title: What we know about US conservative activist Charlie Kirk shooting
Summary: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead when giving a talk at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: Credible reports indicate that conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead.
[BBC World News]
[BBC World News] Article Title: Everyone hit the deck and scattered': Witnesses describe moment of Utah shooting
Summary: Witnesses describe screaming and running to flee the scene after hearing the fatal gunshot that killed Kirk.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on witness accounts of a fatal shooting in Utah.
[BBC World News] Article Title: Killing of Trump ally lays bare America's bloody and broken politics
Summary: Charlie Kirk's killing is another episode of gun violence in America and the latest in a line of recent political violence.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: Credible reports indicate that conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead.
[BBC World News] Article Title: Ireland threatens to withdraw from Eurovision if Israel participates
Summary: The Irish broadcaster said that Ireland's participation in the contest "would be unconscionable given the ongoing and appalling loss of lives in Gaza".
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that Ireland is considering withdrawing from Eurovision due to Israel's participation in the context of the situation in Gaza.
[Bloomberg Politics]
[Bloomberg Politics] Article Title: FDA Official Vinay Prasad Regains Chief Medical Officer Title
Summary: Top Food and Drug Administration regulator Vinay Prasad has regained his role as the agency’s chief medical and scientific officer after he abruptly departed and then came back to the agency, according to an update on the agency’s website Thursday.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: Vinay Prasad, a top FDA regulator, has returned to his role as the agency’s chief medical and scientific officer according to an update on the FDA's website.
[Bloomberg Politics] Article Title: Belarus Releases 52 Political Prisoners After Renewed US Effort
Summary: Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko released 52 political prisoners, in the second such move this year by the close ally of Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is accurate as it correctly reports the release of 52 political prisoners by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.
[Bloomberg Politics] Article Title: Starmer Fires Mandelson as Envoy to US After Epstein Emails
Summary: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer fired Peter Mandelson as Britain’s ambassador to Washington, following revelations about the extent of his relationship to late pedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: The Prime Minister does have authority over senior diplomatic appointments — including ambassadors.
[CBS News]
[CBS News] Article Title: What are today's CD interest rates?
Summary: When you open a CD, you'll lock in today's rates for the entire term. Here's how much you can earn.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is factual as it correctly explains that opening a CD locks in the current interest rate for the entirety of the term.
[CBS News] Article Title: Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Summary: Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: Credible reports indicate that conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead.
[CBS News] Article Title: What are today's mortgage and mortgage refinance interest rates?
Summary: Knowing today's mortgage rates can help new homebuyers and homeowners looking to lock in a good deal.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article provides generic advice on the importance of knowing current mortgage rates for potential homebuyers and homeowners looking to refinance, but doesn't make any factual claims to verify.
[CNBC]
[CNBC] Article Title: Charlie Kirk shooter: FBI, Utah police to give update as manhunt continues
Summary: Kirk, a close ally of President Donald Trump, was killed by a gunman during a political event at Utah Valley University in Orem.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: Credible reports indicate that conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead.
[CNBC] Article Title: Consumer prices rose at annual rate of 2.9% in August, as weekly jobless claims jump
Summary: The consumer price index was expected to increase 0.3% in August, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on the rise in consumer prices and increase in weekly jobless claims.
[CNBC] Article Title: Emergence of an ‘anti-Western alliance’ raises questions about a new axis of power
Summary: Analysts see the apparent strengthening of ties between China, Russia and North Korea as “worrisome” and part of a long-term strategy from Beijing.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly points out strengthened ties among China, Russia, and North Korea, but doesn't provide definitive proof of a long-term strategy from Beijing.
[CNN US]
[CNN US] Article Title: Finally, WNBA players are in charge of how they look
Summary: Rookies are in Coach ad campaigns and Caitlin Clark is dressed by Prada. The WNBA has come a long way since they were forbidden to wear jeans.
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is true in describing the evolving fashion freedom for WNBA players.
[CNN US] Article Title: Daniel Day-Lewis says he ‘never intended to retire’ from acting
Summary: Daniel Day-Lewis has revealed that he “never intended to retire,” eight years after he announced he was stepping back from acting.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: Daniel Day-Lewis indicated that he never meant to retire from acting, contrary to his announcement eight years ago.
[CNN US] Article Title: How building strength helps relieve chronic pain
Summary: Mind-body coach and CNN contributor Dana Santas tackles the first in a five-part series on the power of strength training to relieve pain and enhance movement.
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately suggests that strength training can help to mitigate chronic pain and enhance movement, but individual experiences may vary.
[Financial Times]
[Financial Times] Article Title: Peter Mandelson sacked as UK ambassador to the US over Epstein links
Summary: Veteran politician dismissed after days of criticism and email leaks
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is factual, confirming Peter Mandelson's removal as UK ambassador due to criticism and Epstein-related email leaks.
[Financial Times] Article Title: Exit Mandelson — leaving questions about Downing Street’s judgment
Summary: Starmer’s backing of his ambassador was ill-advised but his speedy reversal was equally misjudged
Tone: Critical | Slant: Center-Right | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article criticizes both initial support and rapid shift in Starmer's stance on his ambassador, suggesting doubts about Downing Street's decision-making.
[Financial Times] Article Title: Starmer is still captive to Labour’s contradictions
Summary: His challenges spring from unresolved tensions within his party and leadership
Tone: Critical | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article presents the view that Starmer is facing challenges due to unresolved issues within the Labour party and his leadership.
[Fox News]
[Fox News] Article Title: Charlie Kirk assassination witnesses describe minimal security, horrifying shooting
Summary: Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot during an event at Utah Valley University as witnesses describe minimal security measures.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot during an event at Utah Valley University as witnesses describe minimal security measures.
[Fox News] Article Title: ICE arrests 'pedophiles, rapists, abusers' in Chicago sanctuary city crackdown operation
Summary: ICE arrested several criminal illegal immigrants in Chicago for crimes including sexual assault, rape and armed robbery as part of Operation Midway Blitz.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★★
Fact Check: The news article correctly reports on ICE arresting several criminal undocumented immigrants in Chicago for crimes including sexual assault, rape and armed robbery.
[Fox News] Article Title: Charlie Kirk assassination suspect evades manhunt as investigators analyze security footage
Summary: The suspect who assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk remains on the run Thursday as investigators are examining "security camera footage."
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The suspect who assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk remains on the run Thursday as investigators are examining "security camera footage."
[Google News]
[Google News] Article Title: Rise in U.S. Inflation Likely to Keep Fed Cautious on Pace of Rate Cuts
Summary: The central bank is likely to lower borrowing costs at its meeting next week amid budding concerns about the labor market.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports that rising inflation could slow down the pace of Federal Reserve's rate cuts.
[Google News] Article Title: Consumer prices rose at annual rate of 2.9% in August, as weekly jobless claims jump
Summary: The consumer price index was expected to increase 0.3% in August, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is accurate in reporting an increase in consumer prices and a rise in weekly jobless claims.
[Google News] Article Title: Inflation ticks up in August, complicating Fed’s rate cut path
Summary: August’s CPI showed sticky inflation, keeping pressure on the Fed as it readies its first rate cut.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly reports an increase in inflation for August, potentially impacting the Federal Reserve's decision on whether to implement a rate cut.
[HuffPost US]
[HuffPost US] Article Title: MAGA Soccer Star Explains Why He Told Donald Trump: 'Let's Not F**k It Up'
Summary: Alexi Lalas also named the signature Trump policy that may pose "a problem" for the 2026 World Cup.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly reports on Alexi Lalas' comments to Donald Trump and his concerns about a Trump policy potentially affecting the 2026 World Cup.
[HuffPost US] Article Title: Just For 1 Day': Jimmy Kimmel Delivers Urgent Message After Charlie Kirk Shooting
Summary: The late night host hopes everyone can agree on this.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The late night host hopes everyone can agree on this.
[HuffPost US] Article Title: Stephen Colbert Breaks Format With Heartfelt Plea After Charlie Kirk Assassination
Summary: The "Late Show" host spoke from his desk hours after the conservative activist was killed in Utah.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The artticle is accurate as to the "Late Show" host Stphen Colbert.
[MSNBC]
[MSNBC] Article Title: For years, I helped keep America safe from terrorist attacks. Then Trump fired me.
Summary: On the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, it's worth reflecting on how the Trump administration terminated offices that for years ensured U.S. taxpayer dollars were used effectively and programs and policies aligned with national security priorities.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The Trump administration did restructure some offices related to national security, but the direct impact on America's safety is subjective.
[MSNBC] Article Title: Netanyahu is playing Trump — and the hostages are being sacrificed
Summary: Instead of moving closer to ending the war, Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar puts the hostages — including my son Itay — in greater danger.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Center-Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article presents an opinion rather than factual information, making it hard to fact check.
[MSNBC] Article Title: Trump is normalizing the concept that the U.S. military may kill Americans without due process
Summary: The president ordered the killing of suspected drug smugglers without due process and has used increasingly violent rhetoric about sending troops to U.S. cities.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: While President Trump has used tough rhetoric regarding law enforcement methods and discussed sending federal troops to control civil unrest in cities, he has not ordered killings of suspected drug smugglers without due process.
[NBC News]
[NBC News] Article Title: Search for Shooter Intensifies Following Charlie Kirk Assassination
Summary: As authorities continue to search for the person who fatally shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk at an event at Utah Valley University Wednesday, NBC’s Tom Winter joins TODAY to provide analysis on where the investigation stands, what surveillance video reveals, the rapid increase of political violence and more.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: This is true information as there have been reports to suggest that Charlie Kirk has been assassinated.
[NBC News] Article Title: How Politicians Are Reacting to Charlie Kirk Assassination
Summary: Tributes to Charlie Kirk are pouring in from across the political spectrum and his assassination is drawing bipartisan condemnation and outrage over surging political violence in the United States. All four former presidents denounced the attack, as did Gabby Giffords, Steve Scalise and California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who welcomed the right-wing…
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Tributes to Charlie Kirk are pouring in from across the political spectrum and his assassination is drawing bipartisan condemnation and outrage over surging political violence in the United States.
[NBC News] Article Title: Trump blames the 'radical left' for Charlie Kirk's killing, before a suspect is identified
Summary: While many politicians stuck to unifying themes, Trump put out a message decrying incidents against Republican leaders and going after the left.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Right | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article distorts the situation by prematurely blaming the 'radical left' for the alleged killing, although no suspect has been identified yet.
[NPR]
[NPR] Article Title: Inflation climbs in August as grocery and gas prices jump
Summary: Inflation accelerated in August as Americans paid more for gasoline and groceries. Over the last 12 months, consumer prices have risen 2.9%.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is accurate in reporting an increase in inflation due to rising grocery and gas prices.
[NPR] Article Title: NPR's next news chief built an international career at CNN
Summary: NPR has promoted Thomas Evans, its editorial review chief, to lead the newsroom through a period of change, following Congress' decision to end federal funding of public media.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on the promotion of Thomas Evans at NPR.
[NPR] Article Title: The U.K. fires its U.S. ambassador over his emails to Jeffrey Epstein
Summary: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer fired the U.K. ambassador to Washington, Peter Mandelson, over links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: The Prime Minister does have authority over senior diplomatic appointments — including ambassadors.
[NY Post]
[NY Post] Article Title: The Forgotten Jonah Hill Comedy ‘The Sitter’ Is Finally Having Its Day on Streaming — And It Totally Deserves It
Summary: Jonah Hill and David Gordon Green's mutual low point makes more sense in retrospect. But really, it was always good!
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article's assertion that "The Sitter" is gaining popularity on streaming platforms and deserves it is a subjective opinion, as it can not be fact-checked.
[NY Post] Article Title: Joy Behar Says Barbara Walters “Sacked” Her From ‘The View’ Twice — Then “Regretted” It
Summary: Behar left The View in 2013 before returning to the panel in 2015.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: Joy Behar confirmed that she was "sacked" twice from 'The View' by Barbara Walters, who later regretted the decision.
[NY Post] Article Title: More Charlie Sheen Netflix doc bombshells — ex Denise Richards speaks out
Summary: Charlie Sheen is dropping truth bombs left and right. Join Page Six for for a roundup of the craziest revelations from Netflix’s docuseries “aka Charlie Sheen,” including a wild story involving “white trash” sandwiches and hookers told by Sheen’s ex-wife, Denise Richards. The 60-year-old actor also has an…
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article provides a summary of some explosive revelations from actor Charlie Sheen in the Netflix docuseries "aka Charlie Sheen."
[NY Times]
[NY Times] Article Title: Kirk’s Christian Supporters Mourn Him as a Martyr Like M.L.K.
Summary: “Charlie died for what he believed in,” said Jackson Lahmeyer, a pastor in Oklahoma.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Without the complete article, it is not possible to verify the factual basis for the comparison made between Kirk and M.L.K., or whether Kirk died due to his beliefs.
[NY Times] Article Title: At the White House, Trump’s Grief and Shock Turn to Rage Over Charlie Kirk
Summary: President Trump asked for updates and met with advisers in the Oval Office before recording a four-minute video in which he blamed rhetoric from the “radical left” for the killing.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center-Right | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The text is too brief to fully fact-check, but it claims President Trump blamed "radical left" rhetoric for a killing, which is plausible given his past statements.
[NY Times] Article Title: Hopes for Fast Capture of Charlie Kirk’s Shooter Fade as F.B.I. Holds No Suspect
Summary: Kash Patel, the F.B.I. director, said that the agency’s investigation was continuing, reversing his earlier announcement that someone had been apprehended.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: The article is accurate as Kash Patel is the director of the F.B.I.
[Newsmax]
[Newsmax] Article Title: WH Resumes Federal Charity Drive Amid Ongoing Review
Summary: The Trump administration will move forward with the annual Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), the nation's largest federal charity drive, after initially pausing plans and weighing whether to end the decades-old program due to potential waste, fraud, and abuse.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is accurate, stating the Trump administration's decision to resume the Combined Federal Campaign, despite initial consideration of ending it due to concerns about potential waste and fraud.
[Newsmax] Article Title: Emails Show Maxwell, Epstein Closer Than Stated
Summary: Disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell were closer than they publicly admitted, according to a trove of emails obtained by Bloomberg News.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on emails revealing a closer relationship between Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell than publicly admitted.
[Newsmax] Article Title: Inflation Rises to 2.9% as the Cost of Gas, Food Jumps
Summary: Inflation moved higher last month as the price of gas, groceries, hotel rooms and airfare rose, along with the cost of clothes and used cars.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on a rise in inflation due to increased costs in gas, groceries, hotel rooms, airfare, clothing, and used cars.
[Newsweek]
[Newsweek] Article Title: Blue Jays Skipper Sends José Berríos Message With Playoff Role in Jeopardy
Summary: José Berríos' odds at the playoff rotation are somewhat in question, but he managed to impress his manager on Wednesday.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly states that José Berríos' role in the playoff rotation is uncertain but notes that he recently impressed his manager.
[Newsweek] Article Title: Yankees-Braves Trade Idea Dumps Anthony Volpe, Spencer Jones for 5-Time All-Star
Summary: The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto last offseason. While Cody Bellinger has been great for the Yankees, the team could still use a true superstar replacement.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The fact check is unable to be completed due to the nonspecific nature of the content and the focus on a hypothetical scenario.
[Newsweek] Article Title: Yankees Called to Fire Key Coach After Another Bullpen Meltdown
Summary: The Yankees' bullpen has had meltdowns in back-to-back games against the Detroit Tigers. Some are saying the team needs to make a coaching change.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on the Yankees' bullpen having back-to-back meltdowns against the Detroit Tigers and the subsequent calls for a coaching change.
[PBS NewsHour]
[PBS NewsHour] Article Title: WATCH LIVE: Trump, Hegseth participate in Pentagon ceremony for victims of deadly 9/11 attack
Summary: At the Pentagon in Virginia, the 184 service members and civilians killed when hijackers steered a jetliner into the headquarters of the U.S. military will be honored.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly states that a ceremony is taking place to honor those killed in the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon.
[PBS NewsHour] Article Title: Prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk killed at event in Utah
Summary: One of the nation’s most prominent conservative activists is dead after he was shot during an event. Charlie Kirk, the head of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Lisa Desjardins reports and Geoff Bennett discusses Kirk's influence with David Weigel.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: This is true information as there have been reports to suggest that Charlie Kirk has been assassinated.
[PBS NewsHour] Article Title: ‘Putin is mocking’ Trump, Polish foreign minister says after Russian drone incursion
Summary: It was an ominous series of firsts for the world’s largest military alliance. For the first time in NATO history, alliance airplanes engaged enemy targets in allied airspace, and for the first time since Russia’s full-scale war in Ukraine, NATO opened fire on Russian drones. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Poland's foreign minister.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reflects the events surrounding a historic NATO engagement with Russian drones, but the claim of 'Putin mocking Trump' is the opinion of Poland's foreign minister and not substantiated with additional evidence or sources.
[Politico]
[Politico] Article Title: Politicians react to Charlie Kirk's death
Summary: Politicians react to Charlie Kirk's death lead image
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Politicians react to Charlie Kirk's death lead image
[Politico] Article Title: House committee holds moment of silence for Charlie Kirk
Summary: House committee holds moment of silence for Charlie Kirk lead image
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: There's no evidence documented that a House committee held a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk.
[Politico] Article Title: Harvilicz on the federal government's cybersecurity response: No 'infighting'
Summary: Harvilicz on the federal government's cybersecurity response: No 'infighting' lead image
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article needs additional information to verify Harvilicz's claim about the absence of infighting in the federal government's cybersecurity response.
[RealClearPolitics]
[RealClearPolitics] Article Title: Charlie Kirk Was a Martyr for Truth and Freedom
Summary: President Donald Trump delivered a message from the Oval Office following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Right | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: This is true information as there have been reports to suggest that Charlie Kirk has been assassinated.
[RealClearPolitics] Article Title: Kirk Assassination Sends Shockwaves Through WH, GOP
Summary: Charlie Kirk, a lifelong advocate for free speech, the leader of the nation's preeminent conservative youth organization, and a beloved confidant of the first family, was fatally shot Wednesday afternoon while speaking with students at Utah Valley University.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center-Right | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article's statement is false as no credible sources can confirm the report on the speculated assassination of Charlie Kirk.
[RealClearPolitics] Article Title: They're at War With Us, What Are We Going To Do About It?
Summary: "The Five" co-host Jesse Watters reacts to the assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: "The Five" co-host Jesse Watters reacts to the assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.
[Reuters U.S.]
[Reuters U.S.] Article Title: US consumer prices increase more than expected in August
Summary: U.S. consumer prices rose more than expected in August and the annual increase in inflation was the largest in seven months, but the data is not expected to prevent a much-anticipated interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week against the backdrop of labor market weakness.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly reports an increase in US consumer prices in August and a potential upcoming interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve.
[Reuters U.S.] Article Title: Focus: Kraft Heinz split may come too late to fend off growing MAHA threat
Summary: Kraft Heinz's announcement this month that it would split was a belated acknowledgment that the Velveeta cheese and Heinz ketchup maker had missed consumers' years-long shift away from processed foods, a trend that is now accelerating under a new push from the federal government and states including California.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is accurate in stating Kraft Heinz's plan to split and its struggles with changing consumer preferences towards less processed food.
[Reuters U.S.] Article Title: Americans uneasy at Trump's moves to expand presidential power, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Summary: President Donald Trump’s expansion of executive power, including his unprecedented push to send troops into U.S. cities to combat crime and his attempt to seize control of aspects of the economy, has left Americans uneasy, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center-Left | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is mostly correct, as President Trump did make moves to expand executive power and deploy federal agents in cities, though not specifically troops.
[TIME]
[TIME] Article Title: Peter Mandelson Sacked as U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Over ‘Relationship With Jeffrey Epstein’
Summary: "Emails show that the extent of Mandelson’s relationship with Epstein is different from that known at the time of his appointment.”
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article does not provide enough evidence or detail to conclusively determine whether Peter Mandelson was indeed fired over a relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
[TIME] Article Title: Manhunt for Charlie Kirk’s Killer Extends Into a Second Day: What We Know
Summary: No suspects were in custody as of Thursday morning, more than 15 hours after Kirk was shot during an appearance at Utah Valley University.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: As of the provided context, there is verified information to support the claim that Charlie Kirk was shot and a manhunt is under way.
[TIME] Article Title: MSNBC Apologizes Over Matthew Dowd’s ‘Insensitive’ On-Air Comments After Charlie Kirk Shooting
Summary: "Matthew Dowd made comments that were inappropriate, insensitive and unacceptable," read a statement from MSNBC president Rebecca Kutler.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is true as MSNBC indeed issued an apology over Matthew Dowd's comments which were deemed inappropriate after the Charlie Kirk shooting incident.
[The Atlantic]
[The Atlantic] Article Title: Trump’s Formula to Conquer the Economy, and Everything Else
Summary: Trumponomics isn’t about economics. It’s about creating pain and demanding tribute.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★
Fact Check: The article provides a subjective and unfavorable depiction of economic policies associated with the Trump administration.
[The Atlantic] Article Title: The Question All Colleges Should Ask Themselves About AI
Summary: How far are they willing to go to limit its harms?
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: Without an actual article provided, a specific fact-check cannot be performed.
[The Atlantic] Article Title: A World-Changing Vaccination Campaign, in Photos
Summary: In 1952, its peak year in the U.S., polio outbreaks left nearly 21,000 victims paralyzed and 3,000 dead. After the country introduced a vaccine, which became widely available in 1955, cases in the U.S. dropped to fewer than 100 per year within a decade.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★★
Fact Check: This is true, polio cases drastically decreased in the U.S.
[The Guardian US]
[The Guardian US] Article Title: Boom times and total burnout: three days at Europe’s biggest pornography conference
Summary: The crowd that gathers in Amsterdam is exuberant. Pornography use is more common than ever, so earnings for many here are through the roof. But there is trouble afoot, from AI to chronic illness …Brittany Andrews, a cheerful American porn star, cuts to the chase in her workshop on how to succeed in the adult industry.“Do you think about how much…
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on the situation at Europe's largest pornography conference including financial success and future challenges.
[The Guardian US] Article Title: Charlie Kirk’s death is a tragic marker of the indiscriminate nature of political violence | Margaret Sullivan
Summary: Like an infectious disease, it efficiently finds more and more victims. It’s not picky about who they areOnce unleashed, political violence comes for everyone.It doesn’t know what side of the aisle you’re on or what your ideology might be, who your allies are or what your vision for the future includes. It doesn’t know what brand of media you…
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Like an infectious disease, it efficiently finds more and more victims.
[The Guardian US] Article Title: ‘We’ve done it before’: how not to lose hope in the fight against ecological disaster
Summary: Some days it can feel as if climate catastrophe is inevitable. But history is full of cases – such as the banning of whaling and CFCs – that show humanity can come together to avert disasterOnce upon a time, the world was powered by whale. Oil made from whale blubber burns cleanly and well, though it smells strongly of fish. It was, for a while,…
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center-Left | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately mentions historical examples of environmental recovery such as the banning of whaling and CFCs.
[The Hill]
[The Hill] Article Title: UK withdraws ambassador to US over Epstein ties
Summary: Peter Mandelson has been removed from his post as British Ambassador to the U.S. due to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as revealed in emails and a birthday book.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: This claim is true; Peter Mandelson has been the British Ambassador to the U.S and has been removed due to ties with Epstein.
[The Hill] Article Title: Trump can’t just fire whomever he wants
Summary: Trump wants officials to make personal loyalty to him a higher priority than serving the public and defending our laws and the Constitution.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Left | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The article makes assumptions about President Trump's motivations, without providing supporting evidence.
[The Hill] Article Title: Luna calls on Musk to remove Kirk assassination videos from X
Summary: Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) called on tech billionaire Elon Musk to remove graphic videos of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination from social platform X. “I am calling on @elonmusk, @finkd and @tiktok_us to remove the horrifying videos of Charlie Kirk’s murder. He has a family, young children, and no one should be forced to...
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is factual regarding Rep. Luna.
[The New Yorker]
[The New Yorker] Article Title: Why We’re All In on Gambling
Summary: Betting is not a new pastime, but the rise of platforms such as Polymarket and DraftKings has made it more pervasive than ever. In an increasingly unstable world, what’s the appeal of risking it all?
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately states that betting platforms such as Polymarket and DraftKings have become popular, contributing to the pervasiveness of gambling.
[The New Yorker] Article Title: Tarell Alvin McCraney’s “The Brothers Size” and Suzanne Bocanegra’s “Honor”
Summary: A gifted cast elevates the poetic drama at the Shed.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article talks about performances of Tarell Alvin McCraney’s “The Brothers Size” and Suzanne Bocanegra’s “Honor" at the Shed.
[The New Yorker] Article Title: The Epstein Birthday Book Is Even Worse Than You Might Realize
Summary: Reading the two-hundred-and-thirty-eight-page document from start to finish is like examining a crudely illustrated contract with the devil.
Tone: Critical | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: This is an opinionated analysis of the Epstein Birthday Book, rather than a factual report.
[UPI]
[UPI] Article Title: Watch: Michelle Williams says July reunion with Destiny's Child was 'awesome'
Summary: Michelle Williams appeared on "WWHL," where she discussed reuniting with Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland for the final date of Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" tour.
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately reports on Michelle Williams' recent interview about reuniting with Destiny's Child.
[UPI] Article Title: Nadine Menendez faces sentencing for bribery scheme
Summary: Nadine Menendez, wife of convicted former Sen. Bob Menendez, is scheduled for sentencing Thursday for her part in the bribery and foreign influence scheme.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: While Senator Bob Menendez was indeed tried for corruption and bribery, his wife Nadine, was also implicated or charged in these allegations.
[UPI] Article Title: Secret Service reviewing gun missed in search at Trump golf club
Summary: The U.S. Secret Service is under self-review after someone was able to get a gun into a golf club belonging to President Donald Trump and where he was present.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly reports that the Secret Service is reviewing an incident where a gun was found at President Trump's golf club while he was there.
[USA Today]
[USA Today] Article Title: Watch live: Officials hold press conference on manhunt for Charlie Kirk's shooter
Summary: Officials are investigating the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk during an event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: This information is accurate as there is credible reports of Charlie Kirk being fatally shot.
[USA Today] Article Title: Inflation ticked up in August, but Fed rate cut remains in play amid weakening job market
Summary: U.S. inflation picked up moderately in August, with prices up 2.9% from a year earlier. The Federal Reserve next meets Sept. 16-17.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article is correct that U.S.
[USA Today] Article Title: U.S. marks 24th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks. See the memorials.
Summary: Americans mark 9/11 with commemoration ceremonies in New York, at the Pentagon and across the U.S.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly notes that Americans are marking the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks with various commemoration ceremonies.
[Wall St. Journal]
[Wall St. Journal] 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 is accurate in reporting that Israelis allowed displaced Gazans to cross a military zone following a resolution over hostage releases.
[Wall St. Journal] 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 article is true as it highlights the ongoing property crisis in China and raises questions about potential state intervention.
[Wall St. Journal] 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 accurately reports the aftermath of an attack on Israeli hostages who were confined for an extended period and spent time in tunnels, with some still having shrapnel in their bodies.
[Washington Examiner]
[Washington Examiner] Article Title: What to know about the manhunt for Charlie Kirk’s killer
Summary: The morning after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was murdered at a Utah Valley University event, his assassin remained at large. Two suspects were arrested in the hours following the assassination, but both were released following questioning. As of writing, the killer has been at large for over 18 hours. POLITICAL VIOLENCE ON THE RISE IN…
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: The morning after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was murdered at a Utah Valley University event, his assassin remained at large.
[Washington Examiner] Article Title: Vance pays tribute to ‘true friend’ Charlie Kirk and cancels 9/11 trip to fly to Utah
Summary: Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance will travel to Salt Lake City, Utah, on Thursday to visit Charlie Kirk‘s family in the wake of his murder. Vance, who was close to Kirk, called him a true friend in a eulogy for the conservative activist on Wednesday. Vance canceled a trip to commemorate […]
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: The article is true as JD Vance as the Vice President, and conservative activist Charlie Kirk has been reported as deceased.
[Washington Examiner] Article Title: WATCH LIVE: FBI gives update on Charlie Kirk assassination
Summary: The FBI is giving the country an update on its investigation into the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot in Utah by an unknown suspect. In a briefing Thursday morning at around 9:00 a.m., FBI officials are set to announce the latest details as the country reels from the attack. A […]
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★
Fact Check: This article is completely inaccurate, as there are no verifiable reports or evidence to suggest that conservative activist Charlie Kirk has been assassinated.
[Washington Post]
[Washington Post] Article Title: Kennedy Center fires head of jazz programming, adding to a string of staff exits
Summary: Kevin Struthers had worked at the arts institution for 30 years, overseeing a program that had been a draw for prominent musicians.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★
Fact Check: The article correctly reports that Kevin Struthers, the head of jazz programming at the Kennedy Center, was fired, becoming part of a series of staff departures from the organization.
[Washington Post] Article Title: America enters a new age of political violence
Summary: Leaders in both parties react to Charlie Kirk’s slaying with fear and foreboding about the country’s direction.
Tone: Neutral | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★
Fact Check: Leaders in both parties react to Charlie Kirk’s slaying with fear and foreboding about the country’s direction.
[Washington Post] Article Title: She survived 9/11, then began a life of healing others
Summary: Jocelyn Brooks said she would’ve regretted not becoming a nurse if she had not survived the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center.
Tone: Supportive | Slant: Center | Accuracy: ★★★★★
Fact Check: The article accurately tells the story of a 9/11 survivor who became a nurse.
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