Numbers one through nine are written out; 10 and up are digits. This can be confusing because you can switch between writing out numbers and digits in the same sentence. EXAMPLE: There are eight ...

The general AP style numerical rule is to spell out numbers of nine or lower and use digits for those higher than 10. That’s simple enough, but this rule has numerous exceptions. The “Associated Press ...

The AP regularly reviews its style guidance regarding name changes, in part to ensure its guidance reflects common usage. We’ll continue to apply that approach to this guidance and make updates as ...

When reading The Globe and content from other media outlets, does it seem like they use specific spellings for every word? Or refuse to use certain words? Or maybe you’ve noticed that numbers are ...

Doug Burgum. In a statement explaining the AP’s decision, Amanda Barrett, the group’s vice president of standards and inclusion, first addressed the gulf, writing, “The Gulf of Mexico has ...