United KingdomResearchers claim that the University of Winchester is obstructing their attempt to excavate what they believe are the remains of King Alfred the Great, buried beneath a car park in Winchester, Hampshire. These researchers, including author Graham Phillips and filmmaker Matt Everett, argue that the university dismissed their findings without proper examination. They suggest that the university's reluctance mirrors past experiences with the discovery of Richard III's remains, where similar academic institutions were accused of sidelining external contributors. The alleged location of Alfred's burial site was previously linked to bones found at St Bartholomew's Church, though this was later refuted. The researchers emphasize that the proposed excavation would involve minimal disruption and could confirm the historical significance of the site.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the claims of researchers and their frustrations with the university's response without overtly favoring either side. It includes quotes from multiple individuals involved, providing a balanced view of the situation without clear ideological bias.
Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 65): Factuality is high as the article reports on claims by researchers regarding the discovery of potential burial site of King Alfred the Great and the alleged obstruction by the University of Winchester. However, the article does not provide independent verification of these claims, relying on the res
