news

Fetch headlines from multiple news sources and generate a Markdown digest.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/octos-org/octos --skill news-octos-org
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: news
Source: https://github.com/octos-org/octos/tree/main/crates/app-skills/news
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/octos-org/octos --skill news-octos-org

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Consolidates scattered AI-news headlines from multiple sources into a single, structured daily digest, saving time and ensuring broad coverage.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fetch headlines from Google News RSS, Hacker News API, Yahoo News, Substack, and Medium; group results by category.
  • Deep-fetch top stories to include full article content in the digest for richer context.
  • Supports category filtering and language hints, enabling cron-based daily delivery and customization.

Quick Start

Synthesize a daily news digest by calling the news_fetch tool with your chosen categories and language, then format the results into a clean, readable digest.

Frequently Asked Questions about news

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I consolidate RSS feeds and multiple news sources into a single daily digest?

This Skill automates daily news digests by fetching headlines from Google News RSS, Hacker News, Yahoo News, Substack, and Medium, consolidating them into a single structured Markdown digest with optional full-article content for top stories.

Can I filter automated news digests by specific categories and language hints?

Yes, you can filter automated news digests by applying category filtering and language hints. This tailors the consolidated headlines for different teams and use cases, ensuring the synthesized digest matches your required linguistic and topical scope.

What is the best way to scrape full article content for top news headlines?

The best way to scrape full article content for top news headlines is using the deep-fetch feature. It uses standard HTTP fetching to extract richer context from top stories and embeds the full text within the Markdown digest output.

Do I need external dependencies to synthesize multi-source news digests?

No external dependencies are required to synthesize multi-source news digests. The process relies only on standard HTTP fetching and text processing to aggregate RSS feeds, deep-fetch articles, and format the final Markdown output.

Does automated news scraping work with Substack and Medium for daily aggregation?

Yes, automated news scraping works with Substack and Medium. The synthesis process fetches headlines from these platforms alongside Google News RSS and Yahoo News, grouping results by category for broad daily coverage.

When should I use a multi-source news digest instead of checking individual feeds?

You should use a multi-source news digest when broad coverage and time savings are critical. Consolidating scattered headlines from various feeds into a single structured daily digest prevents missing important updates across multiple platforms.