RIGHT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources are slight to moderately conservative in bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes) to favor conservative causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Right-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate The Rio Times as right-center biased as it consistently presents perspectives that align with conservative narratives, particularly concerning former President Jair Bolsonaro. It receives a Mostly factual rating due to a lack of transparency regarding its ownership and selective coverage, especially in opinion pieces, which may shape narratives by emphasizing criticisms of institutions like the judiciary without balanced counterpoints.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MODERATE FREEDOM
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 2009, The Rio Times is an English-language news outlet based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It generally focuses on Brazilian and Latin American news and aims to provide expatriates and English-speaking readers with insights into regional events, culture, and politics.
Read our profile on the Brazilian government and media.
Funded by / Ownership
Matthias Camenzind is listed as the publisher of The Rio Times, though the website does not explicitly confirm his ownership. The “About Us” section offers limited details on the ownership structure. Revenue is generated through premium memberships.
Analysis / Bias
The Rio Times presents news focusing on Brazilian and Latin American affairs, often emphasizing stories that may not receive extensive coverage in mainstream English-language media. In the article “Senegal Partners with Turkey for Food Sovereignty Amid Ankara’s Growing African Influence,” The Rio Times reports on a recent agreement between Senegal and Turkey to modernize Senegal’s agricultural sector and enhance food production. The article cites government sources such as services.gov.ng/ without speculative language, maintaining a straightforward recount of the partnership and its regional significance.
Similarly, in the article ‘South American Soybean Expansion Pressures Global Prices,’ The Rio Times examines the economic impact of increased soybean production in South America on global markets. The publication maintains a neutral tone while providing detailed insights from industry experts and agricultural data. It cites and hyperlinks to reputable sources, such as the Brazilian government’s National Supply Company CONAB.
Politically, The Rio Times often presents a perspective aligned with Brazil’s right-wing narratives, especially concerning former President Jair Bolsonaro. Articles like Musk Challenges Brazil to Confront Its Flawed Judiciary After Years of Passivity” and “Eduardo Bolsonaro Calls Out Brazil’s Judicial Overreach at CPAC 2024” focus on judiciary criticisms and alleged overreach, themes commonly highlighted by Bolsonaro’s supporters. This editorial stance, particularly in opinion pieces, critiques the judiciary and left-leaning positions, potentially appealing to conservative or pro-Bolsonaro audiences by supporting narratives of judicial overreach and anti-establishment themes, often without presenting counterpoints.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate The Rio Times as right-center biased as it consistently presents perspectives that align with conservative narratives, particularly concerning former President Jair Bolsonaro. It receives a Mostly factual rating due to a lack of transparency regarding its ownership and selective coverage, especially in opinion pieces, which may shape narratives by emphasizing criticisms of institutions like the judiciary without balanced counterpoints. (M. Huitsing 11/01/2024)
Source: https://www.riotimesonline.com/
Last Updated on November 1, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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