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/^t/First of all, mass media provide instantaneous coverage of major events throughout the world, they make our life more colourful and increase our knowledge about the world, people and traditions. Radio and television, for instance, have enormous educational possibilities. They offer a wide variety of educational programmes and numerous courses, for example, in cooking or gardening. The means of mass communication unify the world, as they bring people a common and shared experience - the same news, the same entertainment, the same advertising. they also help reduce regional differences and customs. Under the influence of mass media people exchange impressions, express their feelings and perceive some important changes in the world.