search.news

Query a self-hosted SearXNG instance for recent news headlines with freshness filters.

126|11|Updated Feb 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/HybridAIOne/hybridclaw --skill search-news
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: search.news
Source: https://github.com/HybridAIOne/hybridclaw/tree/main/skills/search.news
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/HybridAIOne/hybridclaw --skill search-news

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

search.news helps you find recent, time-sensitive news and headlines without relying on hosted news providers, keeping the research path inside your configured self-hosted SearXNG.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • SearXNG News Search: Searches recent news reporting and headlines using SearXNG with the appropriate news category.
  • Recency-Aware Reporting: Supports freshness windows like day or week when the user requests latest updates.
  • Safer Evidence Handling: Recommends using web fetching after search before making factual claims beyond returned snippets.

Quick Start

Ask: "Search for the latest AI security news from the past week and summarize the most relevant headlines with links."

Frequently Asked Questions about search.news

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find recent news headlines using a self-hosted SearXNG instance?

To find recent news headlines using a self-hosted SearXNG instance, this Skill queries your configured instance using web_search with provider set to searxng and categories set to news. It applies optional freshness and locale filters to return time-sensitive source discoveries.

Can I filter SearXNG news search results by freshness or locale?

Yes, you can filter SearXNG news search results by freshness or locale. The Skill sets a freshness window like day or week when requested, and limits count, country, and language to match your explicit or implied needs for current developments.

Do I need to fetch web pages after searching for news with SearXNG?

Yes, you need to fetch web pages after searching for news with SearXNG. The Skill recommends performing web_fetch before making factual claims that go beyond the returned snippets, ensuring safer evidence handling for your research.

What is the best way to get time-sensitive source discovery without hosted news providers?

The best way to get time-sensitive source discovery without hosted news providers is querying a configured self-hosted SearXNG instance for news-category results. This keeps the entire research path inside your own infrastructure.

Does SearXNG news search support fetching current developments from specific countries?

SearXNG news search supports fetching current developments from specific countries by limiting the country and language parameters to your explicit or implied needs during the web_search query, returning relevant localized reporting.