Live news is live television coverage of breaking stories. A live stream of a TV newscast is typically available on the network’s website and/or through streaming media services such as YouTube and Apple TV. In addition, a number of broadcast and cable networks also provide official live streams of their news programs via smart TVs and digital media players such as the Roku box.
The key to writing good online news articles is to adhere to journalistic standards that are proven effective in delivering information and capturing readers’ attention. Online news writers should also be able to identify and incorporate relevant photos that will add visual appeal to a story.
A strong story starts with a compelling lede that grabs readers’ attention. This can be done through a dramatic anecdote, a surprising fact or a relevant detail that relates to the main point of your story. This is often followed by a nut graph, which explains what the story is about, how it happened and why readers should care.
The body of the article then expands on the points made in the nut graph. This is where more details can be found, including quotes, scene description and sensory details. This is where the article can really stand out and give readers a deeper understanding of what’s happening. The article’s desired closing wraps up the story neatly and leaves readers with valuable take-home messages.