1. Categorizing News Sources
Bias in the media isn't new—and it's not necessarily a problem. The key is knowing where that bias lies and how it shapes what you're reading.
To help you navigate the landscape, we've categorized 100+ news sources based on bias and reliability.
We derive these ratings using a composite of publicly available data from trusted media watchdogs like Ad Fontes, AllSides, and Media Bias/Fact Check. These organizations continuously evaluate the media landscape through independent audits and consumer surveys.
2. Grouping Articles into Topics
Unlike most publications, Pano doesn't have reporters in the field. Instead, we've built technology that finds articles covering the same event and groups them into topics.
Within each topic, we identify the Main Story—the core facts that most sources agree on—along with Coverage Angles that emerge naturally from the articles themselves. These aren't forced into "left vs. right" boxes—they reveal which angles different sources choose to emphasize.
3. Letting the Articles Speak
Most aggregators take a top-down approach: "Here's what the left is saying, here's what the right is saying." This forces every source into a monolithic frame that often misses the nuance.
We do it differently. Instead of imposing partisan categories, we let the articles cluster naturally by what they're actually reporting. Then we summarize the Main Story and each Coverage Angle based on the articles themselves. The result is more fluid and faithful to the original reporting—you see what sources are focusing on, not what we think they should be saying.
Pano News is 100% Independent
A lot of publications say this, but we believe actions speak louder than words.
- •We don't run ads.
- •We don't sell your data.
- •We don't partner with partisan interest groups.
Instead, we're funded entirely by our readers through subscriptions and donations. To us, the best way to stay accountable is by maintaining a direct, unfiltered relationship with you.
Currently in Beta Mode
We're constantly working to make Pano better, and your feedback is a huge part of that. If something feels off, if you have ideas for improvements, or if there's a feature you'd love to see, let us know!
We're super accessible and always up for a conversation. Contact us.
Here's to a brighter future 🥂,