Ground News – Unbiased aggregator with media bias analysis

Comprehensive news aggregator showing political bias, reliability ratings, and source ownership across 50,000+ outlets with 60,000 daily articles.

About Ground News

Ground News is the world's largest independent news aggregator aggregating stories from over 50,000 sources globally, adding 60,000+ articles daily. The platform distinguishes itself by transparently labeling political bias, media ownership, and source reliability for every article. Users escape algorithmic echo chambers while gaining comprehensive perspective on major news events.

The app combines advanced media analysis with intuitive design, allowing readers to filter by geography, bias spectrum, and reliability ratings. Ground News empowers informed decision-making by revealing how different outlets frame identical stories and who owns the news sources consumers read. Advanced features unlock deeper media analysis for subscribers seeking professional-grade news intelligence.

Features Of Ground News

  • Bias labeling shows political spectrum from left to center to right for every news source
  • Source ownership information reveals corporate structures and media consolidation patterns
  • Factuality ratings indicate reliability scores based on historical accuracy
  • Customizable feed filters stories by geographic location and bias preferences
  • 60,000+ global articles added daily from 50,000+ news sources worldwide
  • Non-algorithmic story selection prevents filter bubbles and echo chambers
  • My Feed personalization learns preferences while maintaining editorial transparency
  • Advanced search find coverage of specific topics across the political spectrum

Premium Features in the Paid Plan

  • Blindspot stories highlight overlooked coverage missed by mainstream media
  • Advanced bias analysis provides detailed media landscape analysis and trends
  • Personal story recommendations give tailored content based on reading patterns
  • Universal paywall filter removes paywalls on articles from partner outlets
  • Full website access unlocks premium features on ground.news website
  • Ownership insights reveal corporate hierarchies and cross-media ownership
  • Exclusive newsletters include curated analysis and media trend reporting
  • Full factuality ratings enable advanced filtering by source reliability

Free with Pro ($9.99/year), Premium ($29.99/year), Vantage ($99.99/year)

Free vs Premium Comparison

Feature Free Premium
Daily Articles 60,000+ articles daily access Same 60,000+ articles with advanced filtering
Bias Labeling Basic political spectrum indicators Advanced bias analysis with detailed insights
Source Reliability Limited reliability indicators Complete factuality ratings for all sources
Blindspot Coverage Limited blindspot stories Full blindspot feed with 10 daily stories
Topic Following Up to 100 interests trackable Up to 500 interests and custom alerts
Paywall Access Standard paywalls apply Bypass paywalls on partner outlets

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ground News determine political bias?

Ground News uses human expert media analysis combined with machine learning algorithms trained on known source positions. Media scholars review outlet coverage patterns, editorial decisions, and editorial boards to establish reliable bias classifications across the political spectrum from left to right.

Is Ground News completely free to use?

Yes, Ground News offers a robust free tier with access to all 60,000+ daily articles, basic bias labels, and core features. Premium subscriptions unlock advanced filtering, detailed ownership data, paywall removal, and exclusive blindspot coverage for users wanting deeper analysis.

Can I customize what news topics I see?

Absolutely. Users can follow specific interests and topics, filter by geographic location and bias preference, and create personalized feeds. The free version supports up to 100 interests while premium plans allow 500+ tracked topics with advanced filtering capabilities.

What makes Ground News different from other news apps?

Ground News focuses on transparency by explicitly showing political bias, media ownership, and source reliability instead of using opaque algorithms. The app presents diverse perspectives on the same story rather than feeding algorithmic echo chambers, helping users understand complete media landscapes.

Does Ground News have ads in the free version?

No, Ground News does not display ads in either the free or premium versions. The app is supported by optional premium subscriptions. Users can enjoy comprehensive news coverage without intrusive advertising interrupting their reading experience.