A current event is an actual and interesting situation that has a direct or indirect impact on a person, group of people, or a larger community. Infoplease is devoted to getting you the information you want and need, so we like to keep up with current events.
When writing a current event essay, you can choose to write about a local news story or a global one. The key is to use a reputable source such as a newspaper or news website. Avoid blogs and personal websites that are more opinion based than factual news. Also, make sure the article is not too old; it should be less than a week when you write the essay. If you are unable to find a suitable article, ask your teacher for suggestions. He may have some that he prefers or have specific news sources that he wants you to use. Write the five Ws and H for the news story that you choose: Who, What, When, Where, Why and How.
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