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Some people think that the purpose of TV news programs is to entertain viewers. Others believe that news programs should be educational and informative. What do you think the purpose of TV news programs is? Support your opinion with reasons and examples.

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The news media has always been the source of information and medium of education for its viewers by keeping them informed about any new developments from a local up to international level. In my opinion, news channels must be informative and educational in nature. And their ability to report new incidents and new developments around the globe and act as a debate forum discussing critical issues, is what makes them informative and educational. Every news media house have their news reporter spread across the country, as well as stationed in other countries, providing live coverage and giving critical inputs to its viewers.
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 helps people to stay aware of their surroundings.
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, a news reporter sharing the live status of the number of disease infected people in their community and informing them about the essential precautionary measures, helps the viewers to get educated about the current situation.
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, these news media channels
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 host numerous debates on their shows in which they invite famous personalities from different sections of society. These debates
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 on current events, their positive and negative effects on society etc.
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 debates prove educational as the participants try to prove their views by providing facts and figures.
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, the debate hour show hosted by Oliver James during prime time is the most popular show in America, mainly due to its well informed participants and well maintained decorum. In conclusion, TV news programs are educational and informative as they spread awareness by reporting new incidents and conduct debates on their shows which are educational in nature. In my opinion, news media act as a source of information and education for the masses.
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