Courts have ruled that it is newsworthy and not highly offensive to disclose the unusual behavior of a surfer, the sexual orientation of a veteran who saved the president's life, the whereabouts of a former child prodigy, and the photo of a partially nude crime victim in a public place.

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Courts have ruled that it is newsworthy and not highly offensive to disclose the unusual behavior of a surfer, the sexual orientation of a veteran who saved the president's life, the whereabouts of a former child prodigy, and the photo of a partially nude crime victim in a public place.

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Courts have consistently upheld the newsworthiness and public interest in reporting on certain personal information, such as unusual behavior or achievements, heroic acts, and crime victimization. However, the balance between newsworthiness and invasion of privacy may depend on the nature and context of the disclosure.

Courts Have Ruled That It Is Newsworthy and Not Highly