Reuven Frank, the former president of NBC, makes a compelling argument that the press accepts the government’s version of events. “News is what the government tells us it is,” he writes. He uses a long account of the United Nations operation in Somalia as an example. While U.S. forces were outnumbered, the German air force proved to be far more effective, and few American readers and viewers knew about it.
Relevance
Various theoretical arguments have been put forth to explain the relevance of news. One is that conflict in the news can be an evolutionary threat or a source of social discord. Another is that conflict can enhance the perceived relevance of a news item and influence selective exposure. To confirm these arguments, content analyses have been conducted to study news coverage in a context of conflict. The results show that conflict is often important in determining news’ relevance.
Exclusivity
When it comes to news, the concept of exclusivity in news is a dying one. No longer do people rely on newspapers to provide them with world events and the context for them. Instead, they look for information on their favorite topics online or from other sources that will inform them about the impact of those events on their lives. In addition to the value of exclusivity, news media must be able to exploit it for commercial purposes.
Shareability
News is easily shared, but can the same be said of news? It’s very possible for the same news to get circulated via different media, but is this the best way to spread it? One way to find out is to use social media to spread the news. While social media is a great way to spread news, this can also spread false information. This study aims to test the shareability of COVID-19 news on Facebook using different social media platforms.
Professionalism
The definition of a profession is based on a body of specialized knowledge. A professional receives authority through training and specialized education, and enjoys a high degree of autonomy from outside censure. These professionals are usually governed by a professional code of ethics and sanctioned by fellow practitioners through professional associations. While they are regarded as essential for public life, their work often leads to confusion, and can even promote depoliticization.
Bias
One way to spot bias in news is to read a variety of sources. Some news sources are biased towards one group of people over others. Others may favor an agenda or opinion that contradicts the facts. You can identify bias in news stories by looking at a newspaper’s coverage of an event or issue. For instance, a reporter might only cite politicians, while another will cite scientists and experts on the topic. By paying attention to bias in news, you can avoid bias and read the truth.
