News is information about current events that have a public interest. It is usually published in newspapers, magazines and on radio or television. It can also be found on the Internet. News is used to inform, educate and entertain. It can be informative, such as weather forecasts or train timings, or it can have educational value, like articles on different careers and opportunities for higher study. It can also be entertaining, such as music or drama programs on radio and TV, or crosswords or cartoons in newspapers and magazines.

When writing a news article, it is important to be concise and clear. It is also important to check all facts before submitting the article. Incorrect facts can discredit the writer and cause harm to the reader. It is also helpful to read other news articles or watch news stations and shows for examples of how to write a good news story.

Typically, a news story will be centred around people. This is because it is people who have the power to change the world, whereas non-human things such as nature cannot make the news on their own. Events that make the news are often dramatic and have good and bad characters or situations, such as a robbery in a convenience store or a bombing in a war zone. In addition to a main news event, many newspapers and magazines have opinion sections, where writers express their own views on a topic.