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Associated Press

141 graded reports on Clad. Volume is public; the outlet's average grade, lean & social sentiment unlock with a free account.

Clad has been grading Associated Press segments since Jun 2026 — 141 reports so far, published several times a week. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Iran, World Cup 2026, Israel & Gaza. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how Associated Press's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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Arizona State University launches content creation bachelor's degree

Aug 18, 2026

The segment reports on Arizona State University's new Bachelor of Arts in Content Creation, offered through the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. It covers curriculum elements like video and social media production alongside traditional media courses, student motivations for avoiding traditional jobs, and the broader creator economy context. Other universities are noted as offering similar classes or degrees to attract students amid enrollment pressures. Sourcing draws on expert commentary, an AP-NORC study, and general industry observations about earnings and transferable skills.

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Kandersteg residents monitor Spitze Stei rock amid thawing permafrost

Aug 18, 2026

The segment covers Swiss villagers' awareness of glacier and permafrost risks in the Alps, including gradual material release from moving glaciers and precautions against collapse. It highlights how thawing permafrost destabilizes mountain slopes by removing ice that binds debris, increasing landslide potential. AP sourcing draws on unnamed local residents and an expert discussing broader climate change effects, potential future abandonment of valleys due to high protection costs, and the unpredictable nature of such events. The report references ongoing monitoring and ties into recent incidents like the Blatten disaster.

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Defense lawyer tells jury client lied in Tupac murder book

Aug 17, 2026

The short AP clip shows an interview with defense attorney Michael Sanft on the first day of Duane 'Keffe D' Davis's trial for the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur. Sanft admits telling the jury his client lied in the 2019 book 'Compton Street Legend' and discusses the challenge of persuading jurors which statements to believe. Prosecutors plan to use the book's incriminating passages while the defense highlights exaggerations made for sales.

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Palestinian American Loui Ridi returns to Qusra home under settler siege

Aug 17, 2026

The AP segment features Palestinian-American Loui Ridi returning to his family's home in the West Bank village of Qusra. He describes settlers surrounding the property, his brother and nephew trapped inside for two weeks, and watching events unfold via security cameras from the US. Ridi appeals for US embassy protection and permanent removal of the settlers. The piece includes footage of the ongoing situation and references prior military interventions that failed to fully deter the settlers.

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Family issues statement at Trafalgar Square vigil for Jason Arday

Aug 17, 2026

The Associated Press video covers a vigil held in London's Trafalgar Square for former University of Cambridge professor Jason Arday following his death on August 14, 2026. It includes a statement from his family expressing grief and gratitude for public support. The segment features the family's words read aloud and notes the large turnout. Sourcing draws from the family statement and on-site visuals of the gathering; no named experts or additional guests appear in the provided transcript.

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GLP-1 drugs show promise improving periods and symptoms in PMOS patients

Aug 17, 2026

The segment profiles a young woman with PMOS who struggled with weight regain, facial hair, irregular periods, and bullying before joining a GLP-1 study led by Dr. Cree. It explains PMOS symptoms including hyperandrogenism, metabolic issues, and the insulin-driven mechanism, then highlights ongoing research showing restored periods, reduced hirsutism, mood improvement, and multi-symptom relief from one drug class.

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AP reports Hezbollah funeral for family of six killed in southern Lebanon airstrike

Aug 16, 2026

The short AP video segment shows Hezbollah organizing a funeral procession and burial for a family of six killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon. Coffins wrapped in Hezbollah flags are carried amid mourners. The accompanying speech, delivered at the event, echoes longstanding Hezbollah rhetoric comparing Israel to an illusory 'spider's web' and vows resistance to any aggression against Lebanon. No other segments or guests appear.

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Regional police director details multi-agency response to record Belgium wildfire

Aug 16, 2026

The segment features a regional police director describing coordinated efforts against a major wildfire in Belgium's High Fens nature reserve. He notes crisis cells involving firefighters, police, forestry officers and military, plus deployment of federal police water cannons and ongoing challenges containing the blaze. The report draws from an on-scene interview with a named official and references visible military trucks. It highlights the fire's underground spread through peat-like turf and the need to surround the perimeter before full containment.

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Brussels Grand-Place displays Japanese Hokusai-inspired flower carpet August 13-16 2026

Aug 16, 2026

The Associated Press video features on-site comments from participants in the biennial Flower Carpet installation at Brussels' Grand-Place. The segment focuses on the satisfaction of creating the artwork and its temporary, ephemeral quality. Sourcing relies on direct interviews with creators or volunteers. The clip notes public engagement via photos and the short display window, aligning with the event's August 13-16, 2026 run.

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Tiffany Haddish pleads guilty to DUI less safe in Georgia court

Aug 11, 2026

The Associated Press video shows footage from a Georgia courtroom where comedian Tiffany Haddish enters a guilty plea to one count of driving under the influence less safe (alcohol). The judge accepts the negotiated plea, sentencing her to 12 months probation, 24 hours in jail (credited as time served), a substance abuse evaluation and treatment, DUI school, and 40 hours of community service within specified timelines. Other counts are nolle prossed on the state's recommendation. Haddish is heard saying she wants to resolve the matter after four years so she can 'take my hair off' and proceed with community work through the LA district attorney's office.

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Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean perform full 'The Score' at Diaspora Calling! UK debut

Aug 8, 2026

The AP video reports on the UK debut of Lauryn Hill's Diaspora Calling! festival at Milton Keynes National Bowl on August 7, 2026. It features Hill and Wyclef Jean performing the Fugees' landmark 1996 album The Score in its entirety to mark the 30th anniversary, alongside other artists including Erykah Badu. The clip interweaves short performance audio with attendee interviews highlighting personal connections to the artists and album. Sourcing relies on direct footage from the event and vox-pop interviews with fans; no named experts or anonymous sources. A related AP Q&A with Hill provides deeper context on the festival's themes of healing, unity, and diaspora. The throughline emphasizes music as a force for community in challenging times.

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AP Explains August 12 Total Solar Eclipse Path Across Northern Spain

Aug 8, 2026

The Associated Press segment previews the total solar eclipse occurring on August 12, explaining the phenomenon where the Moon fully blocks the Sun's disk to reveal the faint corona. It details the path entering northern Spain from Galicia, crossing central areas, and exiting toward the eastern coast and Balearic Islands, while noting visibility also in Greenland and Iceland. The report emphasizes rarity—occurring somewhere on Earth roughly every 18 months but returning to any specific location only about every 400 years—and provides practical viewing advice. Sourcing relies on established astronomical explanations with simple visual aids of the Sun-Moon alignment. No named experts or guests appear; the narrator conveys the information directly alongside atmospheric music and stock eclipse imagery. The throughline stresses both the wonder of the event and the critical need for eye safety.

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