We need to think this (one) through | to carefully consider the possible results of doing something |
If you don't (get the facts straight), he could (take us to court). | To ensure you have accurate information |
If X is the case, we could be in hot water/trouble. | In a difficult or dangerous situation. |
X is a very sensitive issue. | A topic that is easily misunderstood or causes strong feelings. |
If we get our facts wrong, it'll have a bad effect on our reputation. | To ensure you have accurate information. |
It's just speculation on our part. | It's probable |
We need to hold fire on this one. | To delay taking action on something. |
It could land us in court. | It could make you go to court |
Bias | a strong feeling in favour of or against one group of people, or one side in an argument, often not |
Blogosphere | all the personal websites that exist on the internet, viewed as a network of people communicating wi |
Broadsheet | A high-quality newspaper, typically printed on large sheets of paper. |
Circulation figures | The number of copies of a newspaper or magazine that are sold. |
Citizen journalism | reports and pictures of events recorded by ordinary people and shown especially on the internet |
Deadline | The time by which a piece of work must be completed. |
Go viral | To spread rapidly online, especially through social media |
Hit | A very successful piece of media content. |
Libel laws | Laws that protect people from being damaged by false or misleading information. |
Off the record | Information that is given to a journalist on condition that it is not published. |
Privacy | The right to be free from public attention. |
Scoop | a piece of important or exciting news that is published in one newspaper before other newspapers kno |
Sound bite | A short clip of speech or recording used in broadcast media. |
Source | A person who provides information. |
Speculation | The forming of an opinion or theory about something without having enough evidence to be sure. |
Spin | To present information in a way that is favorable to a particular point of view. |
Tabloid | A newspaper that focuses on sensational stories and gossip. |
Trending | A topic that is currently being discussed a lot online. |
Viewing figures | The number of people who watch a television program. |
Anchor | The main presenter of a news program. |
Blogger | A person who writes a blog. |
Columnist | A writer who contributes regular articles on a particular topic to a newspaper or magazine. |
Correspondent | A journalist who reports from a particular location. |
Editor | The person who is responsible for the content of a newspaper, magazine, or website. |
Paparazzo | A freelance photographer who takes pictures of celebrities without their permission. |
Producer | The person who is responsible for the creation of a television program or film. |
Reporter | A journalist who gathers and reports news. |
Focus on | To give your attention to something. |
Allow time for | To set aside enough time for something. |
Feel free to | Do not hesitate to. |
Go around | To avoid something. |
Begin by | To start with. |
Sign up for | To register for something. |