> For example, I actually come to HN because in general there are 'happier' or at least less depressing stories on HN than negative. If all of the sudden this c

> For example, I actually come to HN because in general there are 'happier' or at least less depressing stories on HN than negative. If all of the sudden this changed, I probably would visit it significantly less. Same here. I actively avoid reading the local and world news. I didn't even know about the Ferguson case until starting talking to me about it. I assume that if there's something really important happening in the world that I need to know about, I'll either see it on Facebook or hear about it from a family member. I love interesting articles about math, science, technology, music, and other thought-provoking ideas though. That's why I visit HN.