Linguistic means of objectification of news texts in modern English-language media discourse: a synergetic aspect

Abstract

Modern society actively consumes information from news articles, and this process has a significant impact on the individual and their social position. As Wang (Wang, 2024, p. 128) notes, there has been an increase in the influence of news texts on the formation of individual views and social decision-making. In particular, news on social networks creates patterns of social behavior and draws attention to current social problems. The Chester Jazz Fundraiser for Ukraine is a prime example of how news media can shape social perceptions and values. This event, organized by the family (see Fig.1), received considerable attention due to publications in the media. For example, an article in The Standard (Chester jazz fundraiser, England 2024) tells the story of «a talented young French musician, whose latest song has been streamed more than 10 million times, is travelling to Chester this month to help his grandmother raise much needed funds for sick babies in war-torn Ukraine». This sample highlights the importance of media in shaping social initiatives and raising awareness of important societal issues. Information disseminated in the news can stimulate the public to take action and support various social projects.