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Examining opinion journalism in the United Arab Emirates national press: A comparative analysis.
- Source :
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Newspaper Research Journal . Sep2024, Vol. 45 Issue 3, p351-369. 19p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- This study provides a comprehensive examination of the primary characteristics of opinion journalism within two prominent newspapers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Utilizing a content analysis approach, a systematic random sample comprising 560 opinion articles published in 2022 was analyzed from these two printed newspapers in the UAE. The findings unveiled a predominance of male columnists (87%) and a predominant focus on international issues (67%) within opinion journalism featured in the leading UAE newspapers. Interpretation emerged as the primary goal (37%), with political topics ranking highest on the agenda (37%). Noteworthy differences were observed between the newspapers at the individual level, with nearly half of Al-Ittihad's columnists being local, while The National's writers exhibited a more international profile. Moreover, issues pertinent to the Emirates garnered less attention in The National compared with Al-Ittihad. In addition, while The National prioritized interpretation, Al-Ittihad leaned toward providing information. Furthermore, The National predominantly addressed political and conflict issues, whereas Al-Ittihad focused on political and social issues. The study's implications and limitations are deliberated upon in further detail. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07395329
- Volume :
- 45
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Newspaper Research Journal
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 179282206
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1177/07395329241255159