News as it Happens, 2e, is a comprehensive guide for journalism students. It provides practical guidelines for working as a journalist in an age of changing media technologies.News reporting and dissemination is no longer a once-a-day occurrence but an instant connection to the audience. News as it Happens, 2e reflects this change, providing practical guidelines for working as a journalist in the age of rapidly evolving media technologies. It provides students with both a strong foundation that can be used across the breadth of their studies and the specific skills required across various media platforms, demonstrating the need for students to adapt to the dramatic technological advancements in the world of news and news reporting.