#### What is global news?
Something that happened or was uncovered recently anywhere in the world. It doesn't have to have global implications. Just has to be informative in some way.
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### Post guidelines
::: spoiler Title format
Post title should mirror the news source title.
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::: spoiler URL format
Post URL should be the original link to the article (even if paywalled) and archived copies left in the body. It allows avoiding duplicate posts when cross-posting.
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::: spoiler [Opinion] prefix
Opinion (op-ed) articles must use [Opinion] prefix before the title.
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::: spoiler Country prefix
Country prefix can be added to the title with a separator (`|`, `:`, etc.) where title is not clear enough from which country the news is coming from.
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### Rules
This community is moderated in accordance with the principles outlined in [Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights](https://www.un.org/en/about-us/universal-declaration-of-human-rights), which emphasizes the right to freedom of opinion and expression. In addition to this foundational principle, we have some additional rules to ensure a respectful and constructive environment for all users.
::: spoiler 1. English only
Title and associated content has to be in English.
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::: spoiler 2. No social media posts
Avoid all social media posts. Try searching for a source that has a written article or transcription on the subject.
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::: spoiler 3. Respectful communication
All communication has to be respectful of differing opinions, viewpoints, and experiences.
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::: spoiler 4. Inclusivity
Everyone is welcome here regardless of age, body size, visible or invisible disability, ethnicity, sex characteristics, gender identity and expression, education, socio-economic status, nationality, personal appearance, race, caste, color, religion, or sexual identity and orientation.
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::: spoiler 5. Ad hominem attacks
Any kind of personal attacks are expressly forbidden. If you can't argue your position without attacking a person's character, you already lost the argument.
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::: spoiler 6. Off-topic tangents
Stay on topic. Keep it relevant.
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::: spoiler 7. Instance rules may apply
If something is not covered by community rules, but are against [lemmy.zip](https://lemmy.zip/) instance rules, they will be enforced.
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##### Companion communities
- !legalnews@lemmy.zip - International and local legal news.
- !technology@lemmy.zip - Technology, social media platforms, informational technologies and tech policy.
- !interestingshare@lemmy.zip - Fascinating articles, captivating images, satisfying videos, interesting projects, stunning research and more.
- !europe@feddit.org - News and information about Europe.
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