NEWS WRITING

NEWS WRITING

It is a form of journalism that involves

reporting and presenting factual
information about current events, issues,
and developments to the public.
NEWS WRITING – CAMPUS JOURNALISM

It is a form of journalism that

focuses on reporting news and
events happening within a school
or university campus.
 PARTS OF A NEWS ARTICLE

HEADLINE. It is a concise and attention-

grabbing title that summarizes the main point
or focus of the news article.
MEGA COALITION
World Leaders Convene for Climate Change Summit
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BYLINE. It includes the name of

the journalist or reporter who
wrote the article.
By Juspher Labine Ni Niño Leala
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LEAD. It is the opening paragraph of

the news article aiming to capture the
reader’s attention and provide a brief
overview of the most important
information.
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BODY. It provides more in-

depth information, quotes from
sources, and supporting
evidence.
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QUOTES. These are statements from

relevant sources that add credibility,
provide different perspectives, or
offer expert opinions.
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ATTRIBUTION. It is the practice of

giving credit to the sources of
information or quotes used in the article.
“The U.S. has no plans to invade Iran,” said White House
press secretary Jim Smith.
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STRAIGHT LEAD. It presents the

most important information in a
straightforward manner.
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The city council unanimously passed a

new ordinance today aimed at reducing
plastic waste. The ordinance, known as the
Plastic Reduction Act, prohibits the use of
single-use plastic bags in all retail
estbalishments within city limits.
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ANECDOTAL LEAD. It begins

with a short story to engage
readers emotionally and draw
them into the story.
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Naglakbay nang ilang oras ang mag-asawang sina

Earl at Mira upang makarating sa kanilang probinsiya
pagkatapos ng matagal na panahon. Sa gitna ng
kanilang pag-uwi, napuno sila ng kaligayahan at
emosyon nang makita nila ang kanilang mga kamag-
anak at kaibigan na naghihintay sa kanila sa airport.
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DESCRIPTIVE LEAD. It uses

vivid descriptions to paint a
picture in the readers’ minds and
create interest.
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The sun set over the calm

beach as hundreds of people
gathered for the annual lantern
festival.
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QUESTION LEAD. It poses a

thought-provoking question to
engage readers and make them
curious about the news story.
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Nagbabago na nga ba ang klima?

Sa patuloy na pagtaas ng temperatura at

pagkakaroon ng mga kalamidad, hindi na maitatatwa
ang epekto ng pagbabago ng klima sa ating kapaligiran.
Ngunit ano nga ba ang mga solusyon upang harapin
ang hamon na ito?
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QUOTATION LEAD. It starts

with a powerful quote from a
relevant person involved in the
news story.
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“This is a historic moment

for our country,” said the
President as he signed the
landmark bill into law.
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“Ang edukasyon ay susi sa tagumpay.”

Ito ang sinabi ni Gng. Custorio, isang guro ng
Mababang Paaralan ng Catbalogan V, na patuloy
na nagtuturo sa kabila ng mga pagsubok na
hinaharap ng sector ng edukasyon sa panahon ng
pandemya.
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STACCATO LEAD. It uses short,

punchy sentences or phrases to
convey information quickly and
create a sense of urgency.
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Explosion. Fire. Chaos.

A gas leak in the downtown area has
resulted in a massive blast, forcing
residents to flee their homes.
 TIPS IN WRITING A NEWS ARTICLE

START WITH A STRONG

HEADLINE. It should be concise,
informative, and engaging.
Scientists discover potential cure for common cold
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USE THE INVERTED PYRAMID

STRUCTURE. Start with the most
important information in the lead
paragraph, answering the who, what,
when, where, why and how questions.
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In a remarkable display of talent, Catbalogan

III Central Elementary School emerged as
champion in the Nutri-Field Demonstration
Competition held during the launching of the
TAN’s KITCHEN (Tutok at Aksyon sa Nutrisyon)
Program on February 25 at the Samar Provincial
Capitol Covered Court.
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WRITE CLEAR AND

CONCISE SENTENCES.
Avoid jargon or technical terms
that may confuse the reader.
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Jargon: The lawyer helped the client,

offering pro bono services.
Alternative: The lawyer helped the
client, offering their services free of
charge.
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PROVIDE RELEVANT AND

BALANCED INFORMATION.
Present a balanced view of the topic
by including different perspectives
and viewpoints.
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The government’s conditional cash transfer

program has provided financial assistance to low-
income families across the country. It aims to
alleviate poverty and improve access to essential
services by providing cash transfers to eligible
households.
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However, critics raise concerns about sustainability of

the program and the potential for dependency on government
assistance. Ongoing evaluations and monitoring are being
conducted to assess the effectiveness of the program and
make necessary adjustments to ensure its long-term success in
uplifting vulnerable communities.
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USE QUOTES. Include direct quotes from

relevant sources to add credibility and provide
different viewpoint.
“By requiring recipients to meet certain conditions, such as
regular school attendance and healthcare check-ups, we aim to
empower families and break the cycle of poverty,” said _____.
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FOLLOW ETHICAL
STANDARDS. Adhere to ethical
standards of journalism, such as
accuracy, fairness, and transparency.
 TIPS IN WRITING A NEWS ARTICLE

1. Report information truthfully

2. Present news in an impartial and unbiased manner
3. Maintain independence from external influences
4. Respect the confidentiality of the sources
5. Consider the privacy rights of individuals
6. Be accountable for the accuracy and fairness of work
7. Minimize harm to individuals when reporting sensitive events
WRITING ACTIVITY

With an interview transcript,

transform the interview into a
news article.