News is information about current events. It may be published in newspapers, magazines or online. It can also be broadcast on television, radio or read aloud from a loudspeaker. It could be a story about a fire, an accident or a murder.

People are interested in the news if it affects them or someone they care about. For example, an insect destroying crops is newsworthy because it has an impact on the people who depend on them for food. The decisions made by a local government affect everyone, even those who live far away. If something happens in the city, it is news because the people who live there will be affected by it.

When writing a news article, it is important to be objective and not to add your own opinion to the story. In most cases, it is better to let the subject of the story speak for themselves. For instance, if a new CEO is replacing the old one at a company, you might interview them and ask them to give their thoughts on the matter. This way, the article doesn’t have to contain your opinion about whether or not the move is good or bad.

The news industry has changed dramatically with the advent of the Internet and 24-hour news stations. Now, many people see more news stories than they did in 1986. This might be a good thing, but it can also be overwhelming for readers. A long story filled with tangents can cause them to tune out the whole piece.