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To write effectively about real estate, journalists need a solid grasp of housing economics and market behaviors. This article offers practical advice for journalism professionals focusing on business news related to real estate, housing markets, and economic cycles. It also highlights useful data sources and examines recent trends in markets, using examples of real estate fluctuations in China and Austin, Texas, as case studies.

We’ve curated 20 essential Chinese dishes every international student should try, from fiery Sichuan classics to delicate Cantonese dim sum.

The first few weeks in China can feel like stepping into another world; one that’s vibrant, fast-moving and full of surprises. From scanning QR codes for almost everything to figuring out the rhythm of campus life, every moment is a mix of discovery and adjustment. During my first weeks at Tsinghua Uni, I often wished for a short guide on “how to survive (and enjoy) life in China.” So, consider this your version: five tips to help you settle in, stay curious and truly make th

There is no such thing as neutrality in international reporting, veteran Xinhua News Agency Washington correspondent Deng Xianlai told Tsinghua University students on Sept. 29.  “Every report, every story, has its unique perspective — a perspective that represents the author's stance, or the stance of those backing it,” Deng told Global Business Journalism students. "I believe there is no absolute neutrality in journalism. Let me repeat: there is no absolute neutrality in

Just like that, the incoming class of 2025 has completed orientation and is deep into the new semester. We're already through the drop-and-add part of the fall semester and ready for the October holiday break (all too early this year). Welcome to the new Global Business Journalism incoming students. Vietnam boasts the largest number of first-year GBJers with three, followed by the United States, Russia and Malaysia with two. We also have our first student from the South Ameri

When the term ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) debuted in the U.N.-sponsored “Who Cares Wins” report, it wasn’t virtue signaling. It was a warning: Ignoring climate change, social issues, or corporate governance questions risks undermining long-term company value. This article is your reporter’s guide to that fault line: where ESG came from; how it has been weaponized politically in the Trump administration, and why most of the world sees it as essential that it no

Tariffs have always been about more than just economics. They are tools of power and leverage, expressions of national priorities and xenophobic fears. Rick Dunham But the 2025 U.S.-China trade standoff marks a profound shift. The on-again, off-again tariff war is not just a fight over trade imbalances, but a battle over the very future of global order and the hegemonic ambitions of the world's two largest economies. It is a clash between a MAGA president and a MCGA p

This timeline of U.S.-China trade tensions is part of a series of stories on the Global Business Journalism website designed to help business journalists cover international trade issues.

Rick Dunham to TSJC graduates: "For many university graduates, your journey is fraught with uncertainty. Uncertainty in the short run about jobs and global disorder. Uncertainty about the future of journalism, communication and where technology is taking us. But the skills that I teach in the Global Business Journalism program — that we teach in the School of Journalism and Communication — are invaluable in future careers, whether they are in journalism or business, governmen

At 26, Maria Rincon made a radical shift: leaving the limelight of beauty pageants and television hosting behind to focus on using communication for impact, particularly within NGOs. That moment of clarity was when her personal evolution turned into professional purpose. With her previous TV hosting and UN Communications Consultant experience, Maria is now a public speaking coach with several large corporate clients. Her edge? A deep sense of empathetic listening.

Despite the dwindling numbers of Americans in China, these internationally minded young people from both countries often report that their experiences shatter the negative media stereotypes of the other country. While political tensions between their nations run high, these people-to-people exchanges maintain a human link that has kept the bilateral relationship going through diplomatic crises, the COVID-19 pandemic and the uncertainties of two Trump presidencies.

In an event that combined diplomacy and education, Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil ur Rahman Hashmi, joined faculty and students at Tsinghua University on May 16 to mark a milestone in the two countries' joint doctoral program in global communication. Hosted by Tsinghua’s School of Journalism and Communication, the event spotlighted the university’s first group of students conducting fieldwork under a joint supervision initiative with Islamabad’s Quaid-e-Azam Universit

For most of human history, governments have taxed goods crossing their borders. Tariffs have financed empires, protected domestic industries, and punished foreign rivals. They’ve sparked wars, crashed economies, and redefined alliances. Yet the tariff war between the U.S. and China doesn’t fit neatly into any of the old molds. Rather than being a tool to nurture domestic industry or fill government coffers, tariffs are now being wielded as weapons in a sprawling contest over

As the world faces its most serious humanitarian crisis since World War II, Tom Fletcher, United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, delivered a clear message to students at Tsinghua University: "The future remains in your hands, if you are willing to act." Fletcher urged the next generation to take ownership of the challenges in reshaping the world and to take the opportunities that come with them.

In today’s globalized economy, currency exchange rates influence everything from consumer prices to international trade policy. For journalists tasked with covering this complex topic, presenting accurate, insightful, and digestible information is crucial. Here are 10 essential tips for reporting on international currencies and exchange rates, designed to help journalists provide valuable context and clarity to their audiences.

Effective cross-cultural communication depends on understanding your audience and listening empathetically to what they have to say, international communications expert Maria Rincon told Global Business Journalism. Raised in a Colombian-Chinese household in Canada and now based in Sweden, she has sharpened her skills in bridging cultural gaps and empowering non-native English speakers. “Growing up in a multicultural household was a gift but also felt very lost in the sense of

Donald Trump’s so-called “reciprocal tariffs,” which have hit more more than 100 nations since early April, are deeply flawed economically and counterproductive politically, American University economist Robert Blecker told Tsinghua journalism students. Blecker said the policy was ego-driven and lacks reciprocity. He acknowledged that globalization has caused economic pain, especially for American workers and small businesses. But he said Trump's tariffs were not the answer t

While much of the spotlight shines on U.S. tech giants, China’s role in AI’s rise has been foundational and often overlooked.

Europe is looking toward China both as a trading partner and as a source of stability in a world unsettled by US President Donald Trump.

“I realized how important journalism is and how it changes people’s perceptions," said Global Business Journalism student Zuza Bialas.