The document discusses the role of new media like blogs, podcasts, and social media in how news and information is shared, especially during times of crisis when traditional media is restricted. It references how CNN's Ben Wedeman used Twitter to report from Cairo during the crackdown when no other communication methods were available. The document also briefly touches on how new media allows for direct communication between reporters and audiences through comments and sharing news, as well as how there are generally no set rules for new media compared to traditional news outlets.
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