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Hard vs Soft News in Journalism by Nitin Kumar is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document discusses hard news vs soft news in newspapers. It defines hard news as urgent, time-sensitive stories about topics like politics, war, crime, and economics that usually make the front page. Soft news covers more lifestyle topics like entertainment, sports, and arts. It argues that while the differences seem clear, the lines are sometimes blurred as some stories combine elements of both. The role of gatekeepers in the news selection process is also discussed, noting how this process has become
- Author
- Nitin Kumar
- Language
- EN