reportage

 
Pronunciation: /ˌrɛpɔːˈtɑːʒ, rɪˈpɔːtɪdʒ/

noun

[mass noun]
  • the reporting of news by the press and the broadcasting media: extensive reportage of elections
  • the factual, journalistic presentation of an account in a book or other text: the area where fiction borders with reportage

Origin:

early 17th century: French, from Old French reporter 'carry back' (see report)