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Daily News articles provide factual, timely reports on local, regional and national events from a variety of sources. They also often contain commentary or analysis. Some are designed to be purely informative, while others seek to entertain or inspire readers with dramatic images and stories.
A typical news article follows a structure called the “inverted pyramid,” where the most important information is presented at the top of the story, and the least important is at the bottom. This is a way to capture readers’ attention and encourage them to keep reading. News articles also include a lede that gives the background and context for the rest of the story. The lede is usually written in one paragraph and contains key details, such as the time of the event or the names of the people involved.
Some of the most compelling news stories are those that involve a crime or accident. In these types of stories, it is important for the journalist to report the facts of the incident in a neutral and accurate manner. For example, a reporter should never sensationalize the story by using words such as “explosion,” “shooting,” or “bombing.”
In addition to reporting on current events, some daily newspapers also feature opinion pieces. These articles often aim to change public perceptions or policies by offering a new viewpoint on a topic. They may use direct quotes from individuals or statistics to help make their case. Many opinion pieces also have an introductory paragraph that helps to clarify the purpose of the article.
The Daily News is the official conference news service of ASCO, providing high-quality, unbiased research summaries from oncology conferences to ASCO members and oncology health care providers. The newspaper also covers news of relevance to oncology patients and their families. The Daily News editorial board includes physician Editorial Board members, who make decisions about the content of the publication and recuse themselves in the event of a conflict of interest. To maintain the integrity of its publications, ASCO does not allow advertising to influence the editorial content of its news items.