It may come as a shock, but there's more to "keep up" with than just the Kardashians. Not many people realize this, but reading the news is similar to keeping up with this crazy family. Drama and gossip are two things everyone loves hearing about, but hate being a part of — the news is the perfect place to find your daily dose from a distance. You not only get the latest scoop of what is happening around the world, but you also hear all the drama that is happening within the elections, entertainment industry, sporting events and the business world. It’s the best of both worlds — you receive your daily dose of gossip while learning a thing or two about what is happening around you. You can still keep up with the Kardashians, but it is very beneficial to keep up with the news.

1. The news keeps you updated and provides important educational value.

"Keeping Up with the Kardashians" keeps you updated on what is happening in their world, but how do you benefit from it? Sure, you find out how dramatic they all can be, but what does this have to do with you? Following the news allows you to have a broader understanding of local, national and international affairs. This enables you to set yourself apart from those who do not quite understand what is happening in current events. Your teachers and employers will appreciate that.

2. It helps to open up your mind to new things and ideas.

By reading the newspaper or watching the news daily, you have a better understanding of what is happening all over the world. All around you there’s a diversity of people. It's important to learn about different backgrounds and what is happening in other communities. This allows you to rid your mind or the minds around you of cultural stereotypes people often have.

3. It is a good habit to have.

Unlike Scott Disick habits, reading the news is actually a good habit to have, and you won't have to go to rehab. Just like getting in the routine of going to the gym every day in order to improve your health, keeping up with the news exercises your mind. You can relax on your couch, drinking a hot cup of coffee or tea while enjoying the news or use the news as an informative study break. There are many times throughout the day that you can set aside for the news.

4. You can form your own opinion.

Instead of listening to your family and peers about how they feel about certain issues and basing your opinion off of theirs, it's important for you to gain your own opinion. Knowing what is happening around you makes you think more critically. For example, it is important to know where each candidate stands with different topics for the election before you vote. You should form your own opinions and decide which candidate will benefit you and what you believe in the most.

5. Gives you more topics to talk about.

Whether it's about a local election, the entertainment or sport industry or international news, it is important to have an understanding of current events. Imagine being in your teacher's office hours or at a cocktail party talking to your future employer — knowing current events allows you to generate broader topics to discuss. Talking about current events with other people and hearing different opinions allows you to become a more well-rounded person.