'Betting' lives for 'hot' information

(Baonghean.vn) - The press is increasingly developing and flourishing with the birth of a series of newspapers and news sites to meet people's information needs. There have been many journalists in the world who not only face many dangers but also bet their lives to get the hottest information.

» The first newspapers and journalists of Vietnam

1. Joseph Pulitzer

Journalist Joseph Pulitzer

Considered a legend in American journalism, Joseph Pulitzer was a very famous journalist, his name was given to the prestigious journalism award - the Puliter Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in the field of journalism. In 1878, Pulitzer bought the St. Pouis Post-Dispatch newspaper, then he saved the bankrupt newspaper The New York World.

Through his selfless efforts, he changed the way of making content, regularly launching attractive investigative reports, corruption and bribery issues. Thanks to that, the newspaper's circulation increased, becoming one of the leading news agencies in the United States.

However, due to health reasons, he resigned from the newspaper's management position at the age of 43. In 1904, he wrote a will leaving $2 million to Columbia University to be used for the establishment of a journalism school and journalism awards. After his death, he was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, New York.

2. Dorothy Thompson

Journalist Dorothy Thompson

One of the world's most renowned journalists, Dorothy Thompson is a political commentator. After graduating from Syracuse University, Dorothy Thompson worked for the feminist movement and then moved to New York to begin her journalism career.

She became the Berlin bureau chief of the New York Post and the Public Ledger. Returning to the United States in 1936, after being expelled from Germany, she continued her work as a journalist, a university lecturer, and an NBC radio host. This made her the most prolific female journalist in the country. People called her "The First Lady of American Journalism." She died in Portugal in 1961.

3. William Randolph Hearst

Journalist William Randolph Hearst

Starting his publishing career in 1887, he replaced his father in taking over The San Francisco Examiner newspaper. William Randolph Hearst is known as an American newspaper tycoon. By acquiring many newspapers and magazines, he created a large newspaper system in the world.

4. Edward Murrow

Journalist Edward Murrow

As a world-famous broadcaster, attracting millions of listeners, he was a pioneer in the genre of foreign news reporting on radio. With his eloquence and his way of using words to convey news, he was loved by many people.

In addition, he also made many television reports related to the war. Although he did not graduate from any journalism school, he was the one who laid the first brick for the development of radio journalism with his experience, enthusiasm, and bravery despite the danger when working.

5. Walter Cronkite

Journalist Walter Cronkite

Known as “the most honest man in America,” Walter Cronkite was best known as the anchor of the CBS Evening News program watched by millions.

A pioneer in the field of media journalism, he brought the American public closer to the truth and accuracy of the Vietnam War, the assassination of US President John F. Kennedy and the Apollo moon landing. Walter Cronkite died in 2009 at the age of 92.

6. Kate Adie

Journalist Kate Adie

As one of the few female journalists present at hot spots around the world such as the SAS hostage rescue at the Iranian embassy in London or the Tiananmen Square incident in China. Kate Adie is an editor and presenter of the “War Reporter” program on Channel 4 of BBC radio (UK).

In addition, she is also the author of many famous books and is especially known as a kind woman because every time she works in poor countries, she participates in charity activities.

7. Tim Russert

Journalist Tim Russert

Tim Russert - an excellent American political journalist, has an influence on the world press. Tim Russert hosts the Meet the Press program every Sunday morning and appears on daily news programs such as Today in the morning, Nightly News in the evening...

In addition, he held the position of Director of NBC News branch in Washington. Known as a reporter who loved his job and was dedicated to his work, he left an indelible mark in the hearts of the audience. He died of a stroke while preparing to go on air, causing a stir in the media world.

8. Hu Shuli

Journalist Hu Shuli

From a reporter and international editor of the China Economic Times magazine, female journalist Hu Shuli is now the Editor-in-Chief of Caixin Media Group, which she founded. Famous for her investigative reports on corruption, along with accurate predictions of the Chinese economy.

Hu Shuli was ranked 87th on Forbes' list of the World's Most Powerful Women in 2011 and Time magazine's Top 100 Most Influential People of the Year that same year. A sharp thinker as a media professional, she is also a member of Reuters' Editorial Advisory Board.

9. Wolf Blitzer

Journalist Wolf Blitzer

One of the most influential television journalists today is Wolf Blitzer. He has been a reporter for CNN since 1990. His difficult childhood has helped him grow up with a toughness, daring to think and dare to do to have journalistic works that have made a big impact. He is the host of the program The Situation Room.

10. Christiane Amanpour

Journalist Christiane Amanpour

One of the most famous faces of ABC News, reporter Christiane Amanpour is always in charge of important interview programs. She is known as a talented journalist who interviews heads of state with many in-depth works that leave an impression on readers. Therefore, Christiane Amanpour has been awarded many prestigious awards.

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