Global affairs is a field that studies the interactions between countries and international organizations on a worldwide scale. It encompasses diplomatic relations, trade, security, human rights and more. The United Nations, which was established during decolonization, plays a central role in global affairs by providing a forum for dialogue, conflict resolution and cooperation among nations. […]
Diplomacy in Foreign Service
Diplomacy is the architecture that translates power, interests, and norms into stable expectations and binding commitments. It is how treaties are made, sanctions designed and lifted, export controls negotiated, and cross-border enforcement cooperation established. It is the platform on which leaders meet to discuss and resolve international disputes, enabling dialogue rather than escalation toward full-scale […]
What is World News?
World news is the media jargon for reporting on global events. It’s sometimes called international or foreign coverage, although the distinction between these two is blurred in some contexts. A reporter who specializes in world news is often a foreign correspondent (a full-time staffer with a single news organization, filing regularly). Correspondents may be sent […]
How to Configure Intents With Daily Update Subscription Flow
A report of events, progress, or changes that occur on a daily basis. For example, a team may provide daily updates on project developments during morning meetings. How to use this word When you configure an intent with a daily update subscription flow, users will receive Assistant notifications at a scheduled time each day. These […]
Achieving Economic Growth
Economic growth is the increase in the overall value of a country’s economy, measured as its gross domestic product (GDP). A nation can experience economic growth even if there is no increase in the total amount of goods and services produced. It can have many benefits, including a better standard of living for its citizens. […]
What Is a Special Report?
A special report is a journalistic term that refers to an article that takes a close look at a particular subject. The article may take a look at a controversial topic, such as alleged wrongdoing, or it can examine a technical or scientific subject. The article is often accompanied by illustrations and other visual representations. […]
The Refugee Crisis – Global Emergency Affecting 42.7 Million People
The refugee crisis is a global emergency affecting 42.7 million people who have been forced to flee their homes. They have left behind their belongings, often with nothing more than the clothes on their back, and often have suffered human rights violations or seen family members killed or injured during flight. They are living in […]
How Interest Rates Affect Your Finances
Interest rates are a key factor in most financial decisions, whether you’re borrowing or saving. It’s important to understand how they affect your costs and returns, and how they can affect the affordability of home mortgages, car loans and credit card purchases. An interest rate is the cost of borrowing money or the price that […]
How Election Results Are Certified
Election results are the basis for determining winners of electoral contests, and thus who will be elected to public office. They are also the basis for determining seat allocation in many electoral systems. They are often a matter of great political importance to voters, and to the candidates, campaign strategists, journalists, and commentators who cover […]
SEO-Friendly Top Headlines
In a sea of content, the headline is the first thing that search engines and readers see. It sets the tone for the content and determines whether it meets the reader’s expectations, leading to higher click-through rates and overall engagement. This example from Sprout Social uses an action-oriented word to create a sense of urgency, […]