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 […]
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How to Write an Exclusive Report
An exclusive report is a story that gives sole access to an announcement to one journalist or media outlet, giving them “first dibs.” It is not a common news strategy, but can be an effective way to ensure your news rises above the din of competing stories and announcements. A successful exclusive requires careful planning, […]
What is a UN Resolution?
A UN resolution is a formal expression of a collective decision by a United Nations body. Resolutions are typically issued by the Security Council or the General Assembly, though any UN body can produce one. The decisions of a resolution are binding on UN member states, who are bound to carry out “decisions of the […]
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, […]
The Definition, Purpose, and Types of a News Alert
A news alert is a notification that keeps you updated on the latest events and news. It can be customized based on topics and keywords that are relevant to you, and can be accessed directly on your lock screen. Mastering media alerts is an important skill for school leaders looking to elevate their news presence […]
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. […]
The Difference Between Local and National News
National news refers to events that have a broad impact across the country, including news about politics, economics, culture and sports. These stories often have a significant impact on the national discourse, and are important for shaping public opinion. As a result, they play an essential role in holding government institutions accountable and bringing important […]
The Decline of Local News
Local news is the reporting of events, issues and concerns that affect a particular community or geographic area. It is vital to a healthy democracy, fostering civic engagement by informing residents about government actions and decisions, enabling them to identify community needs and issues and hold officials accountable. Local news is also important to community […]