World news is a term used in the media to refer to news stories or reports about events occurring outside of a local area. These are usually gathered by reporters or correspondents that live or travel in other countries. Often these articles are filed by wire services that send them electronically (originally by telegraph; now often via the Internet) to other news organizations. These news organizations then use them to create their own articles or broadcasts.

At the birth of modern journalism, most news was foreign, as registered by the courants in 17th-century Europe: the Daily Courant (England), Nieuwe Tijudinger, Relation oder Zeitung, and Avisa Relation oder Zeitung. These were primarily foreign news agencies that sold their stories to merchants and other businesspeople in the cities and towns of western and central Europe.

These days, it’s more difficult than ever to keep up with the world — or even the country — because of the amount of information available. Many people rely on the Internet for their news, but the proliferation of sites that offer varying viewpoints can make it hard to discern the truth from falsehood.

But in the end, only one source matters – and that’s the news you get from reputable sources. That’s why it’s important to know what you’re reading and where it’s coming from. And this guide will show you how to do just that. By the end, you’ll be able to navigate the wilds of the online news world with confidence and peace of mind.