Project Overview

This project analyzed the thematic focus of news coverage across three scales: local ("Seattle news"), domestic ("US news"), and international ("world news"). It aimed to discern the prevalent themes and their potential influence on public perception. The investigation revealed distinct emphasis patterns: local news in Seattle highlighted crime and sports, particularly local teams like the Seahawks. In contrast, U.S. news prioritized politics and crime, while international news reflected a U.S.-centric viewpoint with similar themes and a focus on the country's global engagements. The data suggested that real-time events and local sentiments heavily influenced news topics. This study also recognized the need for a broader, more unbiased perspective in news reporting and the possible impacts of media bias on global understanding.