The New York Times

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The New York Times (NYT or NY Times) is an American newspaper based in New York City with worldwide influence and readership. Founded in 1851, the paper has won 130 Pulitzer Prizes, more than any other newspaper. The Times is ranked 18th in the world by circulation and 3rd in the U.S.

History[edit | edit source]

The New York Times was founded as the New-York Daily Times on September 18, 1851. Founded by journalist and politician Henry Jarvis Raymond and former banker George Jones, the Times was initially published by Raymond, Jones & Company. Early investors in the company included Edwin B. Morgan, Christopher Morgan, and Edward B. Wesley. Sold for a penny (equivalent to 31 cents today), the inaugural edition attempted to address various speculations on its purpose and positions that preceded its release.

Content[edit | edit source]

The New York Times covers a variety of topics, including news, politics, business, culture, science, and more. It is known for its rigorous reporting and high journalistic standards. The paper's motto, "All the News That's Fit to Print", appears in the upper left-hand corner of the front page.

Online presence[edit | edit source]

The New York Times began publishing its website in 1996, offering readers around the world instant access to its articles. Today, the site is one of the most visited news websites and offers a variety of multimedia content in addition to its print articles.

Criticism and controversies[edit | edit source]

Over the years, The New York Times has been the subject of criticism and controversies. These have ranged from allegations of liberal bias to issues of journalistic integrity and objectivity.

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