Report24 - Bias and Credibility - Media Bias/Fact Check

QUESTIONABLE SOURCE

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Overall, we rate Report24.news as Far Right Biased and a Questionable Source due to its promotion of conspiracy theories, anti-vaccination misinformation, and pro-Russian narratives. The site frequently publishes sensationalist content with limited factual reliability.

Detailed Report

Questionable Reasoning: Propaganda, Poor Sourcing, Failed Fact Checks, Conspiracy, Pseudoscience
Bias Rating: EXTREME RIGHT (9.5)
Factual Reporting: VERY LOW (9.8)
Country: Austria
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: LOW CREDIBILITY

History

Report24 is a German-language online news platform based in Linz, Austria, led by Florian Machl. The site claims to provide independent journalism and high editorial standards. However, the overarching theme of its coverage suggests a consistent focus on skepticism toward vaccines, pandemic management, and government actions, which we will analyze further in the Analysis / Bias section.

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Funded by / Ownership

Report24.news is owned and operated by Florian Machl, who is listed as the sole proprietor, managing director, and publisher. Revenue is generated primarily through advertisements displayed on the site. However, additional funding details are not publicly disclosed.

Analysis / Bias

Report24.news consistently publishes articles promoting anti-vaccination narratives and pro-Russian viewpoints, often using sensationalist headlines and emotionally charged language to appeal to readers critical of mainstream narratives. For example, the article “Impfen, schaden, vertuschen? So könnten in Deutschland nun Impfnebenwirkungen verschleiert werden” alleges that Germany’s new LongCOVID guidelines could be used to conceal vaccine side effects. Similarly, other articles suggest vaccine corruption and deliberate harm, relying on unsubstantiated claims and lacking corroboration from reputable health institutions. This pattern positions the site as a spreader of misinformation regarding public health measures.

Additionally, Report24.news portrays Russian President Vladimir Putin positively. Articles such as “Nordkoreas Elite-Krieger: Putins unterschätzte Geheimwaffe” (North Korea’s Elite Warriors: Putin’s Underestimated Secret Weapon) praise the effectiveness of North Korean soldiers supporting Russia, framing them as a strategic advantage. Another piece, “Putins brisante Warnung: ‘Trump schwebt in Lebensgefahr'” (Putin’s explosive warning: “Trump’s life is in danger”), depicts Putin as a defender of democratic values in America. These articles suggest a clear pro-Russian bias.

The platform also aligns with Kopp Verlag, a publisher known for conspiracy theories and far-right content, promoting its products as part of its revenue model. For instance, the article “Bücher für kritische Geister: Die 5 wichtigsten Neuerscheinungen der Woche” encourages readers to purchase from Kopp Verlag, reflecting a shared ideological stance.

To sum it up, Report24.news consistently promotes anti-vaccination misinformation, pro-Russian narratives, and far-right-aligned content. The site frequently challenges mainstream media perspectives while advocating alternative viewpoints, often relying on sensationalism.

Failed Fact Checks

Swiss government has withdrawn all its recommendations for Covid-19 shots. – False
“German News Agency Tracks 75 Prominent Athletes Suddenly Dead Of Heart Attacks After COVID Vax” – False (Reported here)

Overall, we rate Report24.news as Far Right Biased and a Questionable Source due to its promotion of conspiracy theories, anti-vaccination misinformation, and pro-Russian narratives. The site frequently publishes sensationalist content with limited factual reliability. (M. Huitsing 01/18/2025)

Source: https://report24.news/

Last Updated on January 18, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check