When a dog bites a man, it is now news. But when a man bites a dog, it is news.

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The facts and events that have the greatest effect on the audience are the most newworthy.

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Help people gain knowledge rather than merely informing them.

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The significance of a particular fact or event lies in its value with respect to other facts or events.

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Take into account what is on people's minds.

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Concentrate on news that is of local interest, the closer to home, the better.

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Take into account human interests that touch our emotions.

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Help people answer questions and solve problems in their daily lives.

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More prominent individuals are given more attention.

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Emphasize what is new.

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