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  • loaded language: 'fast-spreading'
  • loaded language: 'threatening'
  • framing: headline asserting a conclusion

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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo spreads to Uganda, affecting 10 countries

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has expanded to Uganda, affecting ten countries in total. Health officials are working to contain the outbreak as infections continue to rise.

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The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has expanded to Uganda, affecting ten countries in total. Health officials are working to contain the outbreak as infections continue to rise.

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Language Analysis

Loaded-language score 18/100
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Inflammatory language 100/100
Sentiment -10/100

Loaded Language Removed

  • ✕ loaded language: 'fast-spreading'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'threatening'
  • ✕ framing: headline asserting a conclusion

Original vs. Neutral

Original Headline

DR Congo Ebola cases rise amid distrust, armed conflict zone

Neutral Headline

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo spreads to Uganda, affecting 10 countries