Hey!
I have considered keeping it free and I am currrently working on a free version of the app with fewer features.
1) I am working on this app full time and have pretty much released 1-2 updates every week since its inception. I just submitted a new update with a completely new design which makes it more suitable for iOS 11. I have also started working on a Graphs feature and have many more ideas.
2) I am not exactly sure what you mean by that. Currently, the news is curated using Google News and the user cannot add news themselves. If you want to collaborate, this is something we can discuss on PM.
3) Sure! I'll send you a redeem code when the new update is released on the app store (Should be by tomorrow or day after). Feedback would be highly appreciated