Relevance
The relevancy of news is an important issue in today’s media landscape. Newspapers, TV networks, and magazines are competing for ad revenue, and need to make their news relevant to their paying customers. The value of objectivity in news has declined with the growth of social networks, and relevance is now a matter of context. Among other things, news is more relevant if it’s about an issue that is of interest to the audience.
Research has shown that personal relevance can affect the amount of negative affect people feel after viewing a news story. In one study, participants who were exposed to news stories about threats to their own life were more likely to experience negative affect. Furthermore, the study revealed that video news had a negative effect on people more than text news.
Magnitude
Magnitude of news is a measure of the impact that information has on financial markets. Different kinds of news impact markets in different ways. For example, news about the economy will affect stocks differently from news about central banks. This type of research focuses on how different kinds of news affect financial markets, and it provides useful information for practitioners and academics.
The magnitude of news is influenced by its importance and the extent to which it affects people’s lives. For example, a tax increase has a significant impact on most people. Even an everyday issue like a disease can create considerable public interest. The Pandemic of Covid-19 was one of the most widely reported news events in the early part of the 2020s.
Reliability
The reliability of news depends on the source. The institutionalism and gatekeeping of a news source are important factors in determining its reliability. Openness is another important characteristic of news platforms. While social media allows access to a wider audience, respondents tended to view this openness as a sign of less trustworthiness. Consequently, Amber, a participant in our study, considered news from these platforms as less reliable.
Reliability also involves the source’s accountability. For example, news sources with bylines and signed off articles are more reliable than those with anonymous contributors.
Proximity
Traditionally, the definition of local news has referred to geographic locations such as the city, region, census tract, or market. But in the 21st century, news organizations are increasingly looking at geography from a different perspective. They now view distance as a function of time or the neighbourhood in which an event occurs. This can make a big difference in reporting on an active shooter, for instance.
The proximity of news to readers is a key consideration in the creation of news stories. If the news story takes place close to the reader’s home or work, that news story is more likely to attract that reader’s attention. This proximity factor can greatly influence a news story’s timeliness, importance to the community, and news value.
Impact
We live in an age where news is everywhere. But how does this affect our curation of news? The relevance of news is one factor that may impact curation. This study sought to answer this question by developing a questionnaire that assessed the relevance and quality of news. There are five dimensions to consider: relevance, perceived quality, news overload, and news quality.
News is a powerful tool for social and cultural change. It can increase awareness and teach new skills. For example, watching news on social media can help us increase our reading and writing skills. It also promotes acceptance of others. In turn, this helps us feel part of a community.