Month: September 2025

Political asylum is the right to live in a foreign country, granted by that country’s government to people who have fled persecution in their home countries. This protection, from which few people are ultimately granted, was first endorsed by the ancient Greek word asulon (asylum), meaning “sanctuary.”[1] People who seek asylum can do so either […]

Government policy encompasses all laws, regulations, and decisions a government institution may make about a particular political problem. It’s difficult to find a pragmatic definition of policy, but scholars generally agree that it refers to “a course of action for dealing with a public problem.” The government’s ability to shape and implement policies is important […]

News coverage is information published in newspapers, broadcast on television and radio, and available online. It can include a wide variety of topics including political events, crime, weather, and sports. Often, these articles will contain photographs or video clips to add to the story and illustrate the points being made. News coverage also can include […]

Political unrest can take a variety of forms, including riots, strikes, and anti-government demonstrations. It typically involves a desire for overthrow of a government or significant changes to its policies. Political unrest may also be a catalyst for terrorism and other violent attacks. The roots of unrest are complex. They range from climate change and […]

The study of global affairs focuses on the interactions between nation-states and non-state actors across the world. It includes diplomacy, trade, and security as well as broader issues such as global poverty, human rights, and environmental degradation. The study of global affairs gained prominence following the decolonization of many new nations as they sought to […]

World news (also known as international news or foreign coverage) is the news media jargon for any type of reporting that involves a country outside of one’s own. It may include reports sent from abroad by a correspondent or a journalist who is based in another city, or – less commonly – may cover global […]

Daily update is a report or summary of events, progress, or changes that happen on a regular basis. For example, a team might provide a daily update to stakeholders during morning meetings. To enable an action to send daily updates, go to the Actions console and click Develop in the top menu. Then, in the […]

Economic growth is important to everyone – personal growth in the value of your checking account, portfolio growth, and the growth of the economies of nations. Understanding how economies grow and why some are richer than others is a central topic of academic inquiry, and a top priority for elected officials in advanced and developing […]

A special report is a customized financial report that deviates from the standard format required by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. These unique reports are designed to address specific information needs while maintaining professional standards and clarity. They can be used to comply with contractual agreements or regulatory provisions and may include specified elements, accounts or […]

There are currently 42.7 million refugees around the world. This is the highest level since World War II. It reflects continuing protracted conflict, aggravated by climate change and a lack of adequate resources. Many refugees are living in host countries prone to violence and instability. This makes it harder for them to get the bare […]