A news report is a written report or broadcast of a newly occuring event. It provides a reader with up to date information about recent events and helps them become more knowledgeable.
Some of the things news articles discuss include the weather, current events, and local and national government policies. In addition, newspapers may have columns on educational opportunities and job openings.
The latest technology makes it possible for companies to respond quickly to misstatements and accusations. Broadcasting can also inspire and educate people.
Several models are available to help understand the news value of a given story. For instance, the Organizational Model and the Mirror Model.
Although the models do not account for the content of the print or online media, they can serve as a guide to what news is. They can also be used to compare the value of different types of news.
News is often referred to as “hard” news. This is because it is more tangible than soft media. But hard news does not necessarily mean bad news. Indeed, many good stories are not news. Typically, stories that are perceived as ‘hard’ are those with a large audience.
There are numerous sources of news, including TV, radio, and Internet. However, the most widely dispersed news is typically those coming from major news organizations. These organisations still hold the largest share of the audience.
During times of government crackdowns, the Internet can be a major propagation channel.