could be much better

Actually quite disappointing. Firstly, I find the whole thing takes up too much space and am surprised that I cannot reduce the size of the font - or make it wider and less deep - and more transparent. No display options at all in fact.
Secondly, there is no way to choose which news you are interested in, be it World, US, Europe, Sport, Local, Finance, Entertainment etc - or check from a list of alternative sources.
So lets see an update quickly because as it is I feel I have wasted my money. Sorry.

NickND about News Ticker