Ekspost

Ekspost is a term used in online publishing to describe a post that analyzes or summarizes an event after it has occurred. It commonly follows ongoing or breaking coverage with a retrospective view, adding updates, corrections, and broader context to previous reporting.

Etymology and usage notes indicate that the word blends ex post, Latin for "after the fact," with a stylized spelling that appears in various non-English contexts. It is not widely standardized and may be encountered in different transliterations or regional spellings.

Characteristics of ekspost typically include a post-fact multimedia or textual synthesis, references to earlier posts, and a clear attempt to consolidate information from multiple sources. Ekspost pieces often provide a timeline, data visualizations, or links to source materials, and strive for a neutral or balanced tone, though the framing can influence perception.

In practice, ekspost is used by journalists, bloggers, researchers, and community moderators to present retrospective analyses, follow-up reports, or post-mortem reflections after an event or development. It can accompany live coverage or serve as a standalone retrospective. Critiques of ekspost focus on potential biases from source selection or framing, underscoring the importance of transparent sourcing and explicit labeling as retrospective content. See also ex post facto, retrospective analysis, follow-up post.