Bluesky has become a go-to platform for breaking news and real-time updates. With journalists and news outlets migrating from X (Twitter), Bluesky now offers one of the best experiences for following world events. Here's how to follow news outlets, search breaking news hashtags, and get email alerts for major stories.
Why Bluesky for News?
Bluesky offers several advantages for news consumers:
- Chronological feeds: See news as it happens, not buried by algorithms
- Verified journalists: Many reporters now post on Bluesky first
- No engagement bait: Less noise, more signal
- Active discussions: Engaged communities around news topics
- Searchable hashtags: Easy to find news on specific topics
Major News Outlets on Bluesky
These news organizations are active on Bluesky:
US News Outlets
- The Washington Post (@washingtonpost.com) – Breaking political news
- NPR (@npr.org) – Public radio news coverage
- The New York Times (@nytimes.com) – Comprehensive reporting
- Associated Press (@apnews.com) – Wire service updates
- Reuters (@reuters.com) – Global news agency
- CNN (@cnn.com) – Cable news coverage
- Politico (@politico.com) – Political news
International News
- The Guardian (@theguardian.com) – UK and world news
- The Guardian US (@us.theguardian.com) – US perspective
- Bloomberg (@bloomberg.com) – Business and financial news
Independent Journalists
Many independent journalists and reporters who left X now call Bluesky home. Search for reporters covering your areas of interest and follow them directly.
Breaking News: US and Venezuela
Recent breaking news like the US involvement in Venezuela demonstrates how Bluesky handles major stories. To follow this story and similar breaking news:
Search News Hashtags
Use Bluesky's search or Skyscraper for iOS to search these hashtags:
- #Venezuela – All Venezuela-related news and discussion
- #news – General news updates
- #BreakingNews – Real-time breaking stories
- #politics – Political news and analysis
- #WorldNews – International coverage
- #ForeignPolicy – US foreign policy discussions
How to Search in Skyscraper
- Open Skyscraper on your iPhone or iPad
- Tap the Search tab
- Enter #Venezuela or any hashtag
- View posts sorted by time to see latest updates
- Pin the hashtag for quick access
For more on searching Bluesky, see our guide to Bluesky search and post tracking.
Get Email Alerts for Breaking News
Don't want to constantly check Bluesky for updates? Skyscraper Tools lets you set up keyword alerts to get emailed when major news breaks.
How Keyword Alerts Work
- Visit api.getskyscraper.com/tools
- Create a free account
- Add keywords you want to track (e.g., "Venezuela", "breaking news")
- Choose hourly or daily email alerts
- Receive emails whenever those keywords appear on Bluesky
Keywords to Track for News
- Breaking news topics: "Venezuela", "Ukraine", "election"
- News terms: "breaking", "developing", "just in"
- Specific events: Event names, locations, key figures
- Your interests: Climate, economy, tech, sports
Use Cases for News Alerts
- Journalists: Track stories you're covering
- Researchers: Monitor topics for analysis
- News junkies: Never miss major stories
- Businesses: Track industry news
- Investors: Follow market-moving events
News Hashtags to Follow
Here are the most active news hashtags on Bluesky:
General News
- #news – Broad news coverage
- #BreakingNews – Real-time updates
- #WorldNews – International stories
- #USNews – American news
- #UKNews – British news
Topic-Specific
- #politics – Political news
- #climate – Climate and environment
- #economy – Economic news
- #tech – Technology news
- #science – Scientific discoveries
Regional
- #Venezuela – Venezuela news
- #Ukraine – Ukraine coverage
- #MiddleEast – Middle East news
- #Europe – European news
- #Asia – Asian news
Check Trending Hashtags to see what's trending right now.
Tips for Following News on Bluesky
Build Your News Feed
- Follow diverse sources: Mix outlets for balanced coverage
- Follow journalists: Reporters often post before official accounts
- Use starter packs: Find curated lists of news accounts
- Create lists: Organize news accounts into custom feeds
Stay Informed Efficiently
- Pin key hashtags: Quick access in Skyscraper
- Set up alerts: Get emailed for important topics
- Check trending: See what's breaking right now
- Engage thoughtfully: Join discussions, build your following
Grow Your News Commentary Following
If you share news commentary, Bluesky's engaged audience offers growth opportunities:
- Post timely takes: Comment on breaking news quickly
- Use relevant hashtags: #news, topic-specific tags
- Engage with journalists: Reply thoughtfully to build visibility
- Share unique insights: Add value beyond the headline
Learn more about growing your Bluesky following in our Bluesky influencer growth guide.
Start Following News on Bluesky
- Skyscraper for iOS – Search and pin news hashtags
- Skyscraper Tools – Set up keyword alerts for news
- Trending Hashtags – See what's breaking now
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