On March 22, 2016, two major events captured global media attention: U.S. President Barack Obama's visit to Cuba and a coordinated terrorist attack in Belgium by ISIS. The attacks occurred at Brussels International Airport and a Maelbeek metro station, resulting in casualties and panic. The incidents prompted increased security measures in France and the U.S. Obama, concluding his historic visit to Cuba, emphasized the need for global unity against terrorism and continued his diplomatic tour in Argentina with President Mauricio Macri. The ISIS attacks were anticipated following the November 2015 attacks in Paris, but the timing was uncertain.

Journalism has continually evolved alongside technological advancements, with significant shifts occurring with the advent of radio, television, and now digital media. The rise of smartphones, WhatsApp, social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, and the creation of blogs have revolutionized communication, allowing for immediate dissemination of news. The article emphasizes the necessity for journalists to adapt to these new technological tools, with an interview featuring journalism student Rocío Caffiero discussing the symbiotic relationship between technology and journalism, the importance of social media in the field, the ongoing relevance of print journalism despite digital dominance, and her personal use of Web 2.0. She anticipates further advancements in digital journalism.