An economic forecast is a prediction about how the economy will evolve over time. Economists make these predictions by analyzing available data, surveying businesses, and […]
The Presidential Race Continues to Tighten
With Election Day less than two months away, the presidential race continues to tighten. The outcome will be decided by the number of electoral votes […]
How Does a Parliamentary Vote Work?
A parliamentary vote takes place when MPs are asked to choose between two options on an item of business. The process is important because it […]
Bioethics Special Report
A special report is a type of financial statement that deviates from the standard format used in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Such specialized reports […]
Top Headlines for Journalists
The headline is a journalist’s first (and sometimes only) chance to catch readers’ attention and draw them into the story. Getting this right can be […]
Developing Story Ideas
Every story begins with a spark–a concept that inspires imagination and fuels storytelling. Developing that seed concept into a story-worthy premise requires identifying the potential […]
The Real Estate Market
The real estate market is the set of economic and environmental factors that influence land-use (LU) properties. The market is based on supply and demand, […]
Planning a News Feature
The idea behind a news feature is that it can take a topic or event and look at it from different angles. For example, a […]
What Would a Government Shutdown Do to the Economy?
A government shutdown would disrupt public services, mainly those that require funding from the federal budget. It also puts thousands of direct and contract workers […]
Startup Funding Sources
Startups require substantial funds to grow and reach profitability. Founders should carefully plan how much they want to raise in each round, taking into account […]