**Google News Search Updates Bring New Features and Accessibility Improvements**.
Google has announced several updates to its News Search service, aimed at improving the user experience and making it more accessible to people with disabilities. These updates include new features, design changes, and accessibility improvements..
**New Features:**.
* **Local News Hub:** A dedicated hub for local news, providing users with easy access to relevant and up-to-date information from their local communities..
* **Personalized Recommendations:** More personalized news recommendations based on users’ interests and preferences..
* **Enhanced Fact Check Labels:** Expanded fact check labels to help users identify verified and credible news sources..
* **New ‘Following’ Tab:** A new tab that allows users to follow their favorite news sources and receive updates from them..
**Design Changes:**.
* **Simplified Layout:** A cleaner and more streamlined layout for a more intuitive user experience..
* **Enhanced Image Display:** Larger and more prominent images to make it easier for users to browse and engage with news content..
* **New Navigation Menu:** A redesigned navigation menu for easier access to different sections of News Search..
**Accessibility Improvements:**.
* **Improved Screen Reader Support:** Enhanced support for screen readers, enabling users with visual impairments to access and navigate News Search effectively..
* **High Contrast Mode:** A new high contrast mode to improve readability for users with low vision..
* **Captioning for Videos:** Automatic captioning for videos, making news content more accessible to users with hearing impairments..
In addition to these specific updates, Google has also emphasized its commitment to accessibility and inclusion in its broader News ecosystem. The company is actively working with news publishers to ensure that their content is accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities..
These updates are now rolling out to Google News users globally. Users can access these new features and improvements by visiting news.google.com or using the Google News app on their mobile devices..
