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The Times - Language and Representations

  Language 1) What is the main story on the front cover of the Times CSP edition and why does it appeal to Times readers? Reporting on the Gary Lineker story is more balanced and doesn't criticise the BBC or Conservative government in the same way the Daily Mirror does.                                                                          Gary Lineker has been a significant figure in British sports broadcasting, known for his work as a presenter on BBC’s “Match of the Day.”  2) How is the presentation of this story different to how the Daily Mirror presents it?  times are against BBC and mirror is for BBC and against Lineker     The Times : Likely adopts a formal, analytical tone to critique the BBC. Its language may emphasize institutional failures or inefficiencies withi...

The Times - Introduction: blog tasks

  1) What year was  The Times  founded and when did it start using the  Times  name? The Times was founded on January 1, 1785, under the title The Daily Universal Register. 2) What content did John Walter suggest the paper would offer in the first edition?  He stated that “The Register, in its politics, will be of no party,” indicating a neutral stance on political matters. This approach was intended to attract a broad audience and ensure that various advertisements could be included without alienating any particular group.  3) What does the page say about the political views in  The Times ?   Historically, it has supported the Conservative Party during elections but has also provided a platform for diverse opinions across the political spectrum. 4) Who owns  The Times  today and how is editorial integrity protected? Times is owned by News UK, which is a subsidiary of News Corp, controlled by Rupert Murdoch. To protect editoria...

Daily Mirror - Audience and Industries

  Audience 1) What is the Daily Mirror's audience? List the key statistics here. Circulation Numbers Demographics Engagement with Content 2) Why do the Mirror stories on the CSP pages appeal to the Daily Mirror audience?  The stories selected for the CSP pages typically reflect issues that are pertinent to this demographic, such as social justice, celebrity gossip, and political scandals. By focusing on topics that matter to their readers, the Daily Mirror effectively engages its audience. 3) Why might a reader  enjoy  the Daily Mirror? Use Blumler & Katz Uses and Gratifications theory to add detail to your answer.  .   The newspaper provides news coverage that includes not only local and national stories but also international events, celebrity gossip, and human interest pieces.  4) Why are print newspapers generally read by older audiences? Older generations grew up in an era when print newspapers were the primary source of news. This long-s...