Ground News

Ground News: comparison of sources and media bias

Ground News is a digital platform that makes it easy to compare news sources. Its approach consists of gathering current stories from different outlets and showing how each one frames them, with indicators of political bias and factuality. The company presents itself as a tool to see "every side of every news story".

How it works and tools

The service is built around a news feed that groups headlines from multiple publications. For each story, the platform shows the percentage of coverage according to the political orientation of the sources (left, center, right) and the number of outlets that have published it. It also includes a factuality rating of the sources. The company offers a browser extension and apps, and has sections such as "Blindspot", which highlight stories with disproportionate coverage from only one side of the political spectrum.

Content and sections

The platform organizes information by geographic editions (for example, the US edition) and by current topics. Among the visible sections are local news, international news, and a daily summary called "Daily Briefing". It also includes newsletters such as "Blindspot Report" and "Burst Your Bubble". Topics covered include politics, international affairs, sports, and incidents, among others.

Subscription model and access

The site states that it offers subscriptions, free trials, and group subscriptions, as well as the possibility of gifting subscriptions. Access to certain content and tools requires registration or a subscription.

Company and support