Features of the news:
Timeliness: the news emphasizes the novelty and timeliness of events and the need to bring up-to-date messages to audiences in the shortest possible time. For example, sudden-onset natural disasters, major political events, etc., require first-time media coverage。
Truth: the news is based on objective facts and must accurately reflect the truth of events. False news could seriously undermine the credibility of the media, for example, some media made up to attract eye-to-eye celebrity journalism。
Openness: the news is accessible to the general public and has a broad reach and audience. Public access to information is provided through various channels of communication, such as television, newspapers, networks, etc。
Orientation: the news can lead public opinion and public opinion and influence social phenomena and problems. For example, news reports on environmental protection may lead to increased public attention to environmental issues and promote policy development and implementation。
Legal characteristics:
Authoritative authority: laws are formulated and promulgated by the organs of state power and have supreme authority and force. Any individual or organization must comply with the law or face sanctions. For example, offences against criminal law are severely punished by law。
Universality: the law applies to all members of society without distinction as to race, sex, occupation, status, etc. It provides a universally applicable code of conduct and norms for society。
Stability: once enacted, laws remain relatively stable for a certain period of time to ensure their predictability and authority. However, appropriate revisions and refinements will be made to meet the needs of social development。
Mandatory: the law is enforced by the state, through the judiciary, law enforcement agencies, etc. For example, the mandatory nature of the law is reflected in the sentencing and enforcement of offences by the courts。
Normative: the law clearly defines the rights and duties of people and regulates the patterns of conduct and relationships among members of society。
