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1440
Invention of the Printing Press by Johannes Gutenberg
Johannes Gutenberg's invention of the printing press makes it easier and cheaper to produce books and pamphlets, leading to a surge in the spread of information. -
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Telegraph Transforms Communication
The telegraph revolutionizes communication by allowing rapid transmission of messages over long distances, laying the foundation for instantaneous news delivery. -
Radio Networks Form
Radio Networks Form -
Television Debuts at the New York World's Fair
Television is showcased to the public at the New York World's Fair, hinting at its future as a dominant mass medium. -
First Commercial Radio Station Goes On Air
KDKA in Pittsburgh becomes the first commercially licensed radio station, marking the start of radio as a popular medium for news and entertainment. -
ARPANET Launches, Paving the Way for the Internet
ARPANET, the precursor to the internet, is launched, setting the stage for digital communication and global information sharing. -
CNN Launches as First 24-Hour News Channel
Cable News Network (CNN) begins broadcasting, revolutionizing TV news and establishing the 24/7 news cycle. -
World Wide Web Becomes Publicly Available
Tim Berners-Lee releases the World Wide Web to the public, marking the beginning of the internet's widespread adoption. -
Changing Social Media Landscape
Facebook's debut transforms social media, influencing how people interact and share news online. -
Smartphone Adoption Surges
The widespread use of smartphones enables instant access to news and media content, reshaping how information is consumed on the go.