Types of Newspaper
Broadsheet v’s Tabloid: What’s the difference?
Broadsheets are interested in facts. Language is fairly formal. They present
balanced information.
Tabloids are interested in drama. Language is emotive so use plenty of hyperbole
& sensationalism. They are usually biased and outraged. Celebrity gossip matters
more than war, economics or politics. Tabloids can’t be trusted (never let the truth
get in the way of a good story). The Irish Times v The Daily Mail.
Newspaper v’s Magazine: What’s the difference?
The Irish Examiner V Hotpress or Stellar magazine or RSVP Magazine.
Newspapers are aimed at the general public.
Magazines usually have a target market and are aimed at a particular category of
people. If writing for a magazine targeting a particular group you may use jargon
specific to that hobby or topic. e.g. fitness, fashion, makeup, cars, photography,
parenting, movies, TY, photography, travel, music.
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