Probably the most striking feature of the Huffington Post website is the extent to which hyperlinking is used. The site uses hyperlinks on the homepage in such a way as to guide the user to other stories on their website. It seems that from top to bottom, almost everything on the page is hyperlinked. The task of getting through all of them would be momentous! Read more »
Wikinews is exactly what you would expect when you think of wikipedia and news. The layout of the news is the exact same as wikipedia and is potentially very boring for the reader. Just like Wikipedia, the site is awash with links to more information. Even the tagline “The free news source you can write!” contains a link to Wikipedia explaining the word “free”. Read more »
Independent news is becoming increasingly popular with more and more people seeking information free from bias and governmental supervision. These people want news told as it is. Independent news organisations have answered their prayers.
As the Internet becomes more and more popular, ordinary people are affecting online journalism more than ever. In a blog entitled “Free Foreign Correspondents”, Stephen Mangan discusses how the evolution of Twitter has influenced the news online. Read more »
A very interesting aspect of online journalism was raised in a blog by Samuel Hamilton entitled “The humour of truth and reliability”. In this blog, Samuel discussed real and fake news sites and whether people could tell the difference. He raises the question: ”Is there a concern that people might not know what is news and what isn’t?” Read more »
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The transfer of newspapers to websites was examined in a blog by Cliodhna Russell entitled “The Transfer”. In this blog, Cliodhna tackles the ever-looming issue of the collapse of the newspaper industry. She faces up to the reality that many newspapers are closing up shop on their printing and turning to online journalism as a means of keeping their organisation afloat. Read more »
British tabloids are another area worth exploring when so easily accessible over the Internet. The differences between the broadsheets and tabloids are extreme in both Britain and Ireland. So, how do the websites differ? Read more »
The Internet has opened up so many doors for people especially aspiring journalists. Newspapers from all around the world can be accessed by the click of a button. When the option is available, it would seem inappropriate not to take a look at our British counterparts in the area of online journalism.
The Fiancial Times website has a very attractive homepage. Although it is a serious paper, its website appeals to all audiences.
Its layout is fresh and clear and does not overwhelm the reader. Although there is an endless amount of options available to the user Read more »
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Radio has always been a major source of news for people and is still thriving today. The increase in the number of people using laptops means that there is also an increase in the number of people listening to the radio online as opposed to the traditional way. With the use of earphones, people can Read more »
After examining Irish television news in a previous blog it seemed necessary to take a look at its British counterpart. 
The BBC website deals primarily with news whereas RTE gives a round-up of all the different aspects of radio and television. Read more »
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