How to Write a News Feature

A news feature is a non-fiction piece of writing that takes on a specific topic and can be found in newspapers, magazines and online. It differs from a straight news report mainly in that it presents the information through a narrative story and uses creativity and subjectivity to make an emotional connection with readers. It […]

The Vicious Circle of Political Scandal

From bribery to illegal campaign contributions, political scandals expose misconduct and corruption that shake public trust. These controversies often spark calls for reforms that enhance government accountability and integrity. However, researchers have yet to fully understand why and when these controversies occur and what impact they have on politics and society. The Watergate scandal, for […]

Global Politics and International Relations

The study of global politics, from the formal diplomatic ties that connect nations to the informal networks that influence their decision-making. This multifaceted field explores how societies interact on a world stage, including their cooperation or conflict and their efforts to collaboratively address complex international challenges like climate change. It is a constantly evolving discipline, […]

Parliamentary Vote

Parliamentary vote is a form of representative government found in many nations. This type of government involves a unicameral or bicameral (two chamber) legislative body, called a parliament. Legislative decisions are made by the parliament and are then approved or disapproved by the head of state. The parliament also selects the Prime Minister, who leads […]

Developing Story

Developing story is the process of transforming an idea into a structured narrative, complete with characters, plots, and themes. This essential step ensures that your script will capture and maintain audience attention, as well as support the intended themes of your project. The heart of any story are the characters who populate it. Creating deep, […]

Late-Breaking Research at CHI 2025

Late-breaking is a type of breaking news story. Until 24-hour television news networks became common, news programs would only interrupt their regular programming to break serious news stories such as the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Television stations would then use lower thirds and alert crawls during regular programming to inform viewers of important news. […]