How does the statement 'facts never get in the way of a good story' play out in journalism?

Well, sometimes in journalism, a good story might be a bit more exciting if some facts are ignored. For example, a story about a local hero might be more appealing if you don't mention his minor flaws. But that's unethical. Reporters should always base their stories on facts first, no matter how much a'sensational' story without all the facts might draw readers.

Sure. In advertising, companies might stretch the truth a bit. For instance, a beauty product might claim to give 'instant results' which is not entirely based on facts. They're more interested in creating a good story about how amazing their product is rather than sticking to the cold, hard facts of how long it really takes to see results.

It sets a standard for continuous coverage. Journalists at the New York Times are likely always on the lookout for new angles and developments in the stories they cover, which encourages thoroughness.

Sure. Truth can be a hindrance. Take historical fiction. While it's based on some historical facts, the really good stories deviate a bit. If you were to tell only the pure, unadulterated truth about a historical event, it might be dull. Writers often have to bend the truth a little to create a more captivating narrative, with more colorful characters and more exciting plotlines.

Sure. In a romance novel, the fact that the two main characters have very different lifestyles might be a problem for a 'perfect love story'. But if you ignore those facts, the story can be more of a fairytale - like. However, some readers might prefer a more realistic story that takes those facts into account.

This statement suggests that stories can be a form of escapism or entertainment. We might be more interested in the narrative flow, the characters, and the overall mood of a story. If we always insisted on strict factualness, many great stories, such as fairy tales or science - fiction epics, would lose their magic. Facts can be constraining, while a good story allows for creativity and imagination to run wild.

Basically, 'never let the facts spoil a good story' is about the idea that a story's allure can be more important than its factual basis. In journalism, this would be unethical, but in creative writing or casual storytelling, it can be different. Think of tall tales or legends. These often deviate from the facts but are still great stories. People might change details or events to fit the mood or message they want to convey in their story. For instance, a fisherman might exaggerate the size of the fish he caught to make his fishing story more exciting for his friends at the pub.

In journalism, 'facts don tell the real story' because facts can be misleading if not accompanied by interpretation and background. For instance, if a company's profits went down by 20% in a quarter. That's a fact. But the real story could be that they were investing in new technology for future growth, which temporarily affected profits. Journalists need to dig deeper, talk to different sources, and look at the bigger picture to tell the real story.

Time in The Never Ending Story is a malleable thing. The story often jumps between different time periods within Fantasia. There are flashbacks and foreshadowing that are not bound by a strict chronological order. This is significant because it enables the story to unfold in a more engaging way. It keeps the audience on their toes as they try to piece together the different time - related elements. Also, the way time is treated in Fantasia compared to the real world creates a contrast. Bastian's perception of time in both worlds is different. In Fantasia, he is more in tune with the fluid nature of time, while in the real world, he is used to the more rigid, linear time. This contrast adds depth to his character and to the overall story as a whole.

Well, it means that in journalism, it's not just professional journalists who can do it. Any person who attempts to convey a story is involved in a form of journalism. For example, a blogger sharing their travel experiences or a local person talking about an event in their community on social media. They are all trying to tell a story, which is at the core of journalism.