There is not [a meaningful] distinction between much of what is now considered news and outright propaganda. Much news is produced to make a point and is directed towards emotional agitating of watchers/readers/listeners to ‘do stuff’ or to ‘fight stuff’ at the macro or political level.

News sensationalises shocking events ― often with graphic and loud mediums that shortcut fight-or-flight responses ― that no time has yet been spent on reflection. Sensationalised coverage of recent events is brainwashing: it riles up people to fight things.