Blog Post #1- My Top 5 Sources of News & Information

Media has grown a considerable amount within the last few decades, becoming global with an almost infinite stream of informational sources. While some people may still get their news in more traditional ways, like reading an article in the newspaper, most of the world has moved on to more advanced platforms using technology. Whether you are watching a news stream on television or reading an article on your phone, it is important to know where you are getting your news from and which is best. The following are my own personal top five sources of News & Information.

 1. Apple News

Apple News serves as a hub for media outlets and information providers. They showcase top articles from top news companies in a quick and easily accessible way. They also publish their own news articles under a service known as Apple News+. I like to use Apple News the most because it quickly keeps me up to date with current news when I don't have time to do some deeper research. I'd recommend using Apple News because of its easy-to-understand format and quick access. 

2. The New York Times

The New York Times is a good newspaper I go to when I want specific details on current events. This is especially the case when I am looking into international news to see what is going on around the globe. I recommend the New York Times because they tend to give factual, knowledgeable information on current events without a bias or opinion included in their reports. They also have a large variety of authors and reporters writing their stories and spreading the information, so it is not coming from a singular point of view. 

3. Twitter

Not everybody may consider Twitter a source of news, but I sure do. Twitter is a great overall news source, allowing you to keep tabs on a variety of daily news including the latest happenings in pop culture or the economy. Twitter may not be the most reliable source of news, but it is useful to have when you want to stay on top of things and be in the know as soon as possible. 

4. U.S. News & World Report

U.S News & World Report is another credible news source I like to use when looking for any news that is more serious; I also like to use this source when looking for more statistics or research. They do a great job of giving news with more evidence to back it. While some articles or reports may seem slightly biased, they at least give evidence to back it. They are also a good source to stay informed with global events. 

5. NPR

NPR is a news source that is good for keeping up to date with information that may not always be 'breaking news.' They have good articles to keep up with what is going on around you, especially surrounding states. NPR also tends to be well-known for staying unbiased which is helpful when looking for political information. NPR is also available on the radio, something they try to remind you by letting you know which station you can listen to NPR on!