Special Report

special report

A special report is an in-depth, elaborate, comprehensive and discriminate intellectual piece focusing on a specific area or field of journalistic coverage. It could be about a particular institution, such as a national parliament; a geographical area, such as a small town or an entire city/town; or a subject matter, such as science and technology, business etc. Specialised reporting is also known as beat reporting.

A specialized reporter is a seasoned and professional reporter who covers a specific beat or subject area for his/her media organisation. He/she is considered a specialist as he/she is very familiar with his/her area of coverage and is able to deliver high-quality journalism on that subject.

Specialized reporting enables journalists to provide detailed, expert analysis of complex issues. It requires identifying and analyzing credible sources, conducting thorough interviews, and using data analysis techniques to uncover insights. It is a crucial component of news organizations’ efforts to hold leaders accountable and promote transparency.

A special report is a television program that broadcasts on Fox News Channel. It airs on weekdays and primarily reports political stories from Washington, DC. Its first host was Brit Hume, who remained with the show until his retirement in December 2008. Special Report is a primetime news and political show that has a strong focus on foreign policy, domestic politics and economic trends. It is also known for its investigative reports. The show has won numerous awards, including the Golden Globe Award for Best News/Political Series.

Avoiding a Government Shutdown

government shutdown

A government shutdown occurs when Congress has not enacted full-year funding bills for all departments and agencies before the start of the new fiscal year on October 1. Federal agencies are authorized to operate only with annual appropriations passed by Congress, specified in 12 appropriation bills. Until the 1980s, departments would continue to work during budget gaps by relying on the Antideficiency Act’s prohibition on spending money not appropriated. Today, all departments and agencies preparing for a possible shutdown must submit contingency plans to the Office of Management and Budget. These plans typically advise staff to prioritize activities related to public safety and the protection of property.

During a shutdown, non-essential discretionary functions stop. The exception is Social Security checks, Medicare payments, and the FDA’s food inspections—programs funded by mandatory spending. During the 2018-2019 shutdown, the FDA restored most food inspections after about five weeks into the shutdown, because of the public’s need for safe and healthy foods.

A shutdown forces thousands of federal employees to work without pay and delays the processing of benefits, including tax refunds. It also limits federal hiring and could discourage younger workers from entering the workforce. Shutdowns tarnish America’s global reputation among our allies and adversaries, and undermine our capacity to deal with complex and difficult issues like funding and budget matters. Congress should focus on bipartisan solutions that put the United States on a sustainable fiscal path. That’s why we need to avoid unnecessary, costly, and destructive political brinkmanship.

What Is Economic Forecast?

economic forecast

Economic forecast is the process of analyzing data and making predictions about an economy’s future. It is used by economists to make informed business decisions.

Economic trends:

The global economy is expected to decelerate this year as trade restrictions, political uncertainty, and rising debt levels weigh on growth. Moreover, global headline inflation is likely to decline on falling commodity prices, while underlying inflation in advanced economies should decline more gradually.