The headlines of the National Sun Times proclaim that the current evening newscaster of channel XYZ was seen swimming with her children at the home of a well-known gentleman whose wife was currently "missing." Photos of the newscaster and her small children in the pool were published as was the article which depicted her as being "in too deep" and possibly sinking her career for being present at the home.

What will the newscaster have to prove if she sues for defamation? Are there any elements you anticipate she will have difficulty proving? Do you think she would be considered a public figure? Would it be difficult for her to prove libel or slander? Why? What must the plaintiff prove in the following cases?