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  • loaded language: 'threatening'
  • loaded language: 'flesh-eating'
  • framing: headline asserting a conclusion

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New World Screwworm Fly Infestation Confirmed in South Texas

The New World screwworm fly has reappeared in south Texas, threatening the U.S. cattle industry. This is the first confirmed infestation in more than 50 years.

Our neutral summary

The New World screwworm fly has reappeared in south Texas, threatening the U.S. cattle industry. This is the first confirmed infestation in more than 50 years.

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Language Analysis

Loaded-language score 18/100
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Inflammatory language 71/100
Sentiment -10/100

Loaded Language Removed

  • ✕ loaded language: 'threatening'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'flesh-eating'
  • ✕ framing: headline asserting a conclusion

Original vs. Neutral

Original Headline

What to know about the New World screwworm fly and its U.S. reappearance

Neutral Headline

New World Screwworm Fly Infestation Confirmed in South Texas