How to Use the News MCP in Cursor
Inject real-time information into your code with this News MCP Server for Cursor.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect News MCP to Cursor
Create your Vinkius account to connect News to Cursor and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Fetch live headlines for context
Use `get_top_headlines` to bring real-world events into your codebase. This allows your Cursor agent to write code that reacts to actual current events. Your editor becomes a live dashboard. You stop relying on stale documentation when your agent can pull the latest industry reports.
Filter by trusted publishers
Access the `list_sources` tool to define the scope of your news feed. This ensures your code is informed by reliable journalism rather than random web noise. You control the feed within Cursor. By selecting specific sources, you ensure the data feeding your agent is relevant to your current technical task.
Perform deep research via operators
Leverage `search_everything` to find specific articles using standard search operators. This gives your Cursor agent the ability to dig through vast archives. You get precise results for your specific logic requirements. It moves past simple keyword matching to find the exact information you need.
Set up News MCP in Cursor
Prerequisites
- Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open MCP Settings
Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (
Cmd+Shift+P/Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server". - 2
Add the News MCP
Cursor will create or open
.cursor/mcp.jsonin your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Enable Agent mode
Open Composer (
Cmd+I/Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode. - 4
Verify the connection
Ask Cursor something like "List my recent News transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the News tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.
{
"mcpServers": {
"news-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by NewsAPI. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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Common questions about News MCP in Cursor
Use it with your favorite AI tools
Connect this server to Cursor, Claude, VS Code, and more.
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We host it, we monitor it, we maintain it. You just paste one token.
