Planning and Producing a News Feature
A news feature is an extended piece of journalism that gives the listener or viewer more information and insight than…
What is a State of Emergency?
A state of emergency is a special legal status that empowers a government to put through policies it would not…
What Is News Coverage?
News coverage refers to any news program, update or story, in any media format, devoted to reporting current events. This…
Understanding the Real Estate Market
A real estate market refers to the property sector of the economy, including land and buildings. It can be divided…
What is a Government Shutdown?
Every year, Congress passes and the President signs 12 separate appropriations bills to fund federal agencies and programs for the…
How Interest Rates Are Calculated
Interest rates are a vital factor in borrowing and saving decisions. They determine how much you pay (or earn) for…
The Failure of Regime Change Missions
The use of armed force by one state against another to promote regime change has long been part of the…
How to Craft an Exclusive Report
A rare and coveted type of news article, an exclusive report is a story that is only published in one…
The Department of Foreign Policy
Foreign policy is a complex, interdependent field that reflects and influences the interests, values and aspirations of state and non-state…
How Market Trends Affect Businesses
A market trend is a predictable pattern in the direction that an asset’s price moves over time. This trend can…