Navigating reality has become an almost constant shock to the system. With the ongoing cost of living crisis, wars, political polarisation, and global environmental issues, life’s stresses are becoming increasingly difficult to escape. With individuals and collectives in a perpetual state of disturbance, peop...

Doomscrolling has become ingrained in everyday life for many Britons, with stories about COVID-19, Brexit, and Ukraine fuelling a sense of dread. Yet these crises have made many others tune out of current affairs. So, how can news organisations accommodate shifting media consumption habits?

Britons' trust in news outlets is declining due to misrepresentation, perceived biases, and the mental health impact of constant negativity. So, how can the industry win back audiences? Canvas8 spoke to eight people from across the UK about their news consumption habits and trust in the media.

Just over four in five people trust local news, a UK poll has found. As Britons increasingly look for transparency, truth, and representation from the media, brands that reflect a sense of local identity can resonate with news readers and build a sense of trust in a space where it's lacking.