I created a custom RSS file, added there around 50 posts I consider the best, and added that XML file as feed to Google News. The feed was approved. Now.. the question is... most of those posts were published in 2021, 2022, and 2023 and were updated maybe a few months ago. I optimized the content, added relevant keywords, etc. But the publishing dates of those posts are 2021, 2022 and 2023. Does it mean Google News will not show them in the results? The site is about travel, so my information is actual. Ok, I could update the content, but the content is good and there is nothing to add or change. Is there any chance Google will show those posts in results or timelines? I could change the publishing date of all those posts, but it could affect my SEO and if somebody stole my content, then if I change the date, my posts will be considered as copypasted.
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Google News typically favors fresh content, but if your updates make the articles relevant and timely, there's still a chance they could show up. Instead of changing the publish dates, consider highlighting the updates within the posts themselves, so readers know they're current, and keep an eye on how Google News reacts to your submissions.
You can let Google know your post is updated by using structured data to mark it as fresh content and including a clear update notice within the article itself. also, submitting the updated URL through Google Search Console can help prompt a re-crawl. Sharing the updated post on social media can also drive fresh traffic and signal to Google that the content is current.
Sometimes I add "Updated in 2024" to the SEO title (without changing the URL). But I can't do it to each file, because it makes no sense to add "updated 2024" if the post is about historical fact or something like this. Anyway, adding "updated" across the whole site looks weird. Once, I update something, I reindex it via GSC. I don't know, but I hope the sitemap notes the update and somehow lets to know about that to Google. What did you mean here?
I meant that you can use structured data markup, like the Schema.org types, to indicate that your content is updated or fresh. This helps Google understand the context of your post even better. You can also add a simple notice within the article letting readers know it’s been updated, which enhances both user experience and search visibility.
I’ve had success with older content in Google News after updating it, even without changing the publication date. I refreshed the information and added keywords, and Google included my posts despite their original dates. Updating content matters more than changing the date, so I’d suggest sticking with the original date to avoid SEO issues. If the content is still relevant, it should show up!