Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hard-news
noun
/hɑrd nuːz/
Definition
Hard news refers to coverage of events that are timely, significant, and fact-based, typically involving politics, economics, or other serious topics.
Examples
- The reporter specialized in hard news, covering political events and economic developments.
- During the broadcast, the anchor focused on hard news, giving viewers essential updates on global issues.
Meaning
It encapsulates serious journalism that conveys objective information about current events, often in a straightforward manner.
Synonyms
- Serious news
- Fact-based journalism
- Objective reporting
