1. Probably among the few here who stay away from news almost as much as possible. I find that even local news fixates on the negative, headline grabbing events that, despite being local, almost never happen to the random person. It's depressing and convinces many that they are constantly at risk.
2. If i hear of some development i consider quite amusing, truly significant, or fascinating, i might try to learn more about it at that point. Not watch the news and let *them* dictate what i spend time on and how it's slanted. Yeah, other problem is anything with profit to be made or commercial interruptions will not prioritize accuracy or have any perspective worth a damn.
3. Say i hear of the "war" between israel/hamas. Yes, hamas resumed firing rockets. Ok, so is this a big deal even? The news sure makes it seem so. Well, perspective tells me it's never-ending but i am curious at whether the military response is warranted, because most in this country sides with israel, due to religious bias and it being an "ally." Also i wonder with today's military tech, is this even a threat to israel, or will killing civilians in response make the situation worse?
4. So i try to look into nonprofit and independent reports. I found that, after 3 days of this "battle," not a single israeli was killed. The rockets are shot down. That's a small detail the news always leaves out, cause it doesn't grab ratings. It's a complete misnomer to call any tv news journalism.