This story contains the following news values:
IMMEDIACY - This story is breaking news because it has just been announced that Tom Cruise is suing the US magazine.
FREQUENCY - Stories about Cruise's personal life are very common, because he is such a well known American actor.
FREQUENCY - Stories about Cruise's personal life are very common, because he is such a well known American actor.
PREDICTABILITY - This was possibly expected due to Cruise's recent divorce and custody battle.
CONTINUITY - Although the announcement to sue is breaking news, the article appeared a number of months ago and previous stories had appeared from the actor's lawyer threatening legal action.
CONTINUITY - Although the announcement to sue is breaking news, the article appeared a number of months ago and previous stories had appeared from the actor's lawyer threatening legal action.
CONFLICT - This story contains a disagreement between Tom Cruise and Life and Style Magazine.
ELITE PEOPLE - This is a story about Tom Cruise, one of Hollywood's highest paid and most recognisable actors.

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