News is current or recent information about world events that are of interest to the public. Typically, it is published in print (newspaper, magazine), broadcast on television or radio, or presented as part of a live show or podcast. It can also be delivered via the internet. News articles should aim to inform, educate and entertain the audience. However, entertainment should come from other areas – music and drama on radio and television; crosswords and cartoons in newspapers. News articles should avoid expressing the writer’s own opinion unless it is essential to the story.

The nature of what makes news varies by society and culture. It can be something as simple as a new insect causing problems with food production, or as complex as a coup d’etat in a neighbouring country. The most interesting and significant news stories are generally about people.

A key to writing a good news article is knowing your audience. For example, if you’re writing for a newspaper in Kansas City, your target demographic will probably be residents of the city and surrounding area. A local or regional newspaper might focus on current events and issues affecting the community, while a national newspaper may cover global affairs and notable sporting or entertainment events.

To make a news story more appealing, you should include the facts of the event and how it affected people or the environment. If possible, use interviews or quotes from the source as evidence of what really happened.