A current event article focuses on a newsworthy topic. The most important part of this type of article is the lead, which states what the story is about and why it’s important to readers. When writing a lead, keep in mind the five W’s of journalism: who, what, where, when, and why. The lead also needs to include the historical context and long term effects of the topic, if applicable. In addition, it is important to use proper citations and credit your sources. The first time a source is mentioned, it should be listed with their full name and title, then with their last name only afterward.
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