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Aug 2026
News for connection, status and belonging: Exploring the social currency of local news
This paper explores the perception of social currency as a distinct value within local news consumption among audiences. Social currency refers to the value individuals derive from engaging with and sharing news content within their social networks, allowing them to connect, express identity and signal awareness. Dra...
Jee-Young Lee, Sora Park, Janet Fulton
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