Google News announced they have added three main features including larger images on the main page; a new realtime coverage page to surface the latest articles and commentary; and relevant Google+ posts for a new social perspective. The thing is, to me, outside of the realtime feature, this seems like just a huge Google+ push.

In any event, I do like the realtime coverage feature. You should see it on the US edition of Google News next to the large image of the story.

When you click on it, you are taken to a view that slides in new stories as they are discovered by Google. Of course, there are relevant Google+ posts on the side bar with an option for you to share your thoughts on Google+ with your friends.

Google explains realtime coverage:

They also explain the Google+ push:

Too much or useful?

Forum discussion at Google News Help.