Question 1

What is A47 News?

Accepted Answer

A47 News is a multi-source news aggregation and intelligence platform based in Dubai. We track thousands of stories from hundreds of verified outlets worldwide, helping you understand not just what is happening, but how widely it is being covered and how fast it is moving.

Question 2

Is A47 News free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A47 News offers a free tier with access to the core platform, trending stories, and category browsing. A premium subscription unlocks additional features including Topic Intelligence panels, advanced search filters, and the full Daily Briefing archive.

Question 3

Do you write your own articles?

Accepted Answer

No. A47 News aggregates articles from named third-party news outlets. We do not publish original reporting. Every story links back to its source publication.

Question 4

How do I create an account?

Accepted Answer

Click the Sign In button in the header and select 'Create Account'. Registration takes under a minute and requires only an email address.

Question 5

What is the trending meter?

Accepted Answer

The trending meter shows the velocity of a story — how quickly it is being picked up by new outlets. A cold (blue) bar indicates a slow-moving or older story. A hot (red) bar indicates a story gaining significant new coverage rapidly.

Question 6

How many outlets do you track?

Accepted Answer

We currently index over 500 news outlets. Our editorial team regularly reviews and updates this list to ensure source quality.

Question 7

How often is content updated?

Accepted Answer

Our aggregation system checks for new articles continuously. Breaking stories typically appear on the platform within 5–10 minutes of publication by the original outlet.

Question 8

Can I follow specific topics?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can follow topics from your account settings. Followed topics appear prominently in your personalised feed.

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