SATIRE
These sources exclusively use humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people’s stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues. Primarily these sources are clear that they are satire and do not attempt to deceive. See all Satire sources.
- Overall, The Onion is a satirical website and the most popular on the internet.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: SATIRE
Factual Reporting: N/A
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: N/A
History
Founded in 1988, The Onion is an American satirical digital media company and newspaper organization that publishes articles on international, national, and local news. Based in Chicago, the company originated as a weekly print publication on August 29, 1988, in Madison, Wisconsin. In the spring of 1996, The Onion began publishing online. In 2013, The Onion stopped publishing the print edition. The Onion also runs The A.V. Club and ClickHole.
On 11/14/2024, it was announced that The Onion purchased Alex Jones’s conspiracy website Infowars in a bankruptcy auction. Full story here: Satirical Site The Onion Acquires Alex Jones’ InfoWars in Bankruptcy Auction.
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Funded by / Ownership
The Onion is owned by Global Tetrahedron LLC, which was registered in Illinois on April 16, 2024 and is managed by the San Francisco-based Lawson Revocable Trust. They generate revenue through online advertising.
Analysis / Bias
The Onion produces satirical articles based on stories that might seem real and sometimes are mistaken as real. A typical headline read like this: MTA Unveils New Designated Seating For Commuters Who Look Like They’re About To Snap. The Onion also pokes fun at both Republicans and Democrats.
Overall, The Onion is a satirical website and the most popular on the internet. (D. Van Zandt 7/21/2016) Updated (11/14/2024)
Source: https://www.theonion.com/
Last Updated on November 14, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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