It's important to understand history and global affairs no matter where you are in life. Having access to a variety of information and consistently following reliable news sites is crucial for that. Here, I've compiled a list of resources I use that I believe can be of great help :)
Some information below is from Wikipedia.
News Sites/Magazines
*Most of these newspaper firms also have a bunch of other stuff you can look at, like their podcast or YouTube channel*
The Hill
The Hill is a newspaper and digital media firm based in Washington, D.C. that was founded in 1994. Its main areas of interest are politics, policy, business, and international relations. The Hill's material is described as "nonpartisan reporting on the inner workings of government and the nexus of politics and business".
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
The Washington Post
The Washington Post is a daily newspaper published in Washington, D.C., USA. It holds the distinction of being the most widely distributed newspaper in the Washington metropolitan region. The newspaper has set itself apart by excelling in its coverage of political events related to the operations of the White House, Congress, and various facets of the U.S. government. By the year 2020, the newspaper had been honored with the Pulitzer Prize on 65 occasions. With an average printed weekday circulation of 159,040, it holds the position of the fourth largest newspaper in the United States in terms of readership.
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
BBC
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is a British public service broadcaster headquartered in London at Broadcasting House. It is known as the world's largest broadcast news company, producing roughly 120 hours of radio and television content daily, in addition to internet news coverage.
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
The Economist
The Economist is a weekly British newspaper that focuses on current events, worldwide business, politics, technology, and culture.
While it includes a variety of articles, The Economist maintains a similar voice across its pages, a technique made possible by the anonymity of its contributors. This strategy gives the idea that the majority of the pieces are written by a single person, reflecting a style distinguished by its precise language.
The Economist does require a paid subscription.
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
The New York Times
The New York Times is a daily newspaper headquartered in New York City. The newspaper's primary focus lies in providing comprehensive coverage of global and U.S. news. Notably, The Times has been awarded 132 Pulitzer Prizes, more than any other newspaper, solidifying its reputation as a prominent "newspaper of record" at the national level.
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
Council of Foreign Relations
The Council on Foreign Relations is a think tank organization in the United States that focuses on foreign policy and international relations. It was founded in 1921 as an independent and nonpartisan nonprofit organization. CFR events bring together government officials, powerful leaders in the global industry, and prominent members of the intelligence and foreign-policy communities to debate global issues. CFR has been producing the bimonthly magazine Foreign Affairs since 1922.
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
Foreign Affairs Magazine
Foreign Affairs is a monthly magazine published in the United States that focuses on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy. The Council on Foreign Relations publishes it, and it is widely regarded as one of the most significant foreign policy journals in the United States. The magazine offers articles from famous academics, public officials, and policymakers, giving it a forum for important worldwide topics. In recent years, notable personalities such as Hillary Clinton, Donald H. Rumsfeld, and Christopher R. Hill have written for Foreign Affairs.
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
Politico
Politico is a newspaper company located in the Washington metropolitan area in the United States. The company is dedicated to covering politics and policy matters both within the United States and on the international stage. While its primary focus is on distributing news, analysis, and opinions online, it also produces printed newspapers, radio content, and podcasts.
According to Politico, “It has delivered journalism about politics and policymaking that is more authoritative in its sophistication and nonpartisan perspective than any competitor; that is more useful to people with a professional interest in public affairs; and that is more fun to read for a community of people who love the drama and sheer sport of politics.”
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
Other cool stuff:
New books in World Affairs Podcast
"Interviews with Scholars of Global Affairs about their New Books"
It’s a great way to find books! I promise there’ll be something you are interested in on there! I really liked the podcast with Nile Green on their book "How Asia Found Herself: A Story of Intercultural Understanding".
JSTOR
The platform offers a wealth of research journals, primary sources, and images across various categories. There are a great deal of categories you can browse from. By signing in, you get access to 99 documents per month.
E-International Relations
This is a website where you can download free textbooks relating to international affairs. For instance, there is "Foundations for International Relations," a beginner-friendly book produced by E-International Relations and Bloomsbury. The site also offers articles by academics, unique student essays, interviews, and book reviews. Moreover, there are helpful resources with links to YouTube videos for more in-depth learning and downloadable PDFs.
Local Sources:
Since I'm from Atlanta, I also look at a lot of local sources to learn more about the issues surrounding my region.
For example, I'm subscribed to Global Atlanta's newsletter. They publish news on the Atlanta region, with a plethora of topics: business, culture, diplomacy, economic development, education, and trade. The best part is that you can customize your emailed newsletters so it only show you what you are interested in.
The World Affairs Council of Atlanta's website is also a really good resource.
Looking at international news is important, but you should also be aware of what's going on in your local community. You can find a lot of newsletters, programs, and websites pertaining to your local news with just a simple Google search.
1 Comment