HowStuffWorks
Media Bias Rating

HowStuffWorks was founded in 1998 by Marshall Brain with the objective of explaining the intricacies of the world in an accessible manner. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the platform specializes in educational content that breaks down complex subjects into understandable formats. Topics range from science and technology to history and culture, making it a versatile source for those curious about how things work. Currently owned by iHeartMedia, HowStuffWorks has established itself as a key player in the educational media space, particularly famous for its extensive collection of podcasts like "Stuff You Should Know" and "Stuff You Missed in History Class." These podcasts have become a significant part of the brand, providing deep dives into a myriad of subjects that fascinate a wide range of audiences. With a comprehensive digital presence anchored at howstuffworks.com, the platform continues to be a go-to resource for inquisitive minds seeking to understand the complexities of the world around them.

A.I. Ratings

Bias Score

Our A.I. media bias rating of HowStuffWorks shows what policies HowStuffWorks supports and opposes including HowStuffWorks's conservative and liberal leanings based on analysis of three hundred of articles scanned daily using the latest data science and artificial intelligence technologies.

Bias scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative, and 0% being neutral.

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Fair Reliability

*Our bias meter rating uses data science including sentiment analysis, machine learning and our proprietary algorithm for determining biases in news articles. Bias scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative and 0% being neutral. The rating is an independent analysis and is not affiliated nor sponsored by the news source or any other organization.

Policy Leanings

Our policy leanings for Fox News show what policies Fox News is biased on based on the sentiment leanings found in their news articles.

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Fair Reliability

*Our bias meter rating uses data science including sentiment analysis, machine learning and our proprietary algorithm for determining biases in news articles. Bias scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative and 0% being neutral. The rating is an independent analysis and is not affiliated nor sponsored by the news source or any other organization.

Reliability

Biasly's Reliability Score is a composite score that includes the rating of the quality of sources, and quotes including their uniqueness and diversity.

Grade C 65% Reliable

Analyst Ratings

Bias Score

Biasly’s analyst team evaluates politician twitter accounts, voting records, and statements made in the press to determine leanings. Our diverse analyst team includes equal representation from conservative, center, and liberal viewpoints on every article we rate.

The Analyst Bias Score is on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative, and 0% being neutral.

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Reliability

Biasly's Reliability Score is a composite score that includes the rating of the quality of sources, and quotes including their uniqueness and diversity.

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