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The first printed newspaper was called 'Dibao' and started in Rome in 59 B.C.
False
Newspapers can cover more news and provide more detail compared to TV and radio broadcasts.
True
The first regularly published newspaper in Europe was called 'Avisa Relation' or 'Zeitung' and started in Germany in 1609.
True
Magazines focus on local news and provide information faster than newspapers.
False
The earliest daily newssheet was called 'Acta Diurna' and started in Rome in A.D. 59.
False
Explore the fascinating history of newspapers, from handwritten news-sheets in ancient Rome to the first printed newspapers in China. Learn how newspapers have evolved over time and their role in shaping public opinion and informing the public.
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