What do we mean when we say that an article is a 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5?
This page includes explanations of each of our scores and examples of articles that show what we mean. Check them out and also test some of your own examples below.
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Articles that score 5
Deepnews measures only the text of an article actually contains, and looks for original reporting, authoritative sourcing, and exploration of multiple ideas. It does not look at the author or outlet, meaning that we give a diverse range of pieces out highest score.
On the ground reporting
AL
When police violence is a dog bite
Good sourcing!
The Guardian
The Mystery of the Gatwick Drone
Outlet doesn’t matter
The Maine Monitor
She was afraid of her lawyer. Then the text messages started.
Articles that score 4
Articles that score 4 show many of the same qualities as 5s, however they may be slightly less in depth, choosing to explore one angle rather than many.
Well done features
Hakai Magazine
This Channel Isn't Big Enough For Two Behemoths
A little more depth than normal
Texas Tribune
Texas has $2 billion in COVID-19 relief funds left to spend. Advocacy groups are anxiously watching.
Articles that score 3
There is nothing wrong with articles that score a 3, though they generally provide less information than the 4s and 5s. Many news articles receive this score.
Event write ups
Associated Press
Feds ordered to pay landowners for flooding damage along lower Missouri River
Covering an announcement
Portland Press Herald
Main delegation united on federal bill to help veterans
Articles that score 2
There are also many articles that fit into the 2 category. They may provide worthwhile coverage or analysis of a topic, but don’t really dig in-depth
Limited information
NY Post
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti’s 9-year-old daughter tests positive for COVID-19
Little analysis
Charlotte Observer
Three men arrested, charged after shooting in home, injuring 9-year-old girl, police say
Articles that score 1
Articles that are short, contain little news, or little original reporting may receive a 1.
Just a quick blurb
Chatelaine
What’s New On Netflix Canada For January 2021
Little original reporting
The Mirror
Katie Price gets belly button rings in ears after 'language barrier' mix-up in Turkey
