The document defines different elements that determine if a news story is considered "news" including:
- Prominence - If the story involves famous people
- Proximity - If the story happens close to the audience
- Consequence - If the story could impact the audience's lives
- Timeliness - If the story is happening currently
- Human interest - Stories that tug at emotions but have no real news value.
Several examples are provided to illustrate each element type.
![Prominence ,[object Object]](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)