[Julian] The Question: Which of these terms is NOT newspaper lingo?
Answer: Like any other industry, newspapers have their own language and lingo. The “masthead” is the credits page for a journalistic publication, a “scoop” is when a reporter gets facts on a story before anyone else, and a “kicker” is just another way of saying “conclusion.” However, “backline” isn’t a term used in the craft. … Read more