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Frequently asked questions
- What is the oldest newspaper in the United States?
- The Hartford Courant, founded in 1764, is the oldest continuously published US newspaper, and the New York Post, founded in 1801, is the oldest daily.
- What are the biggest US newspapers today?
- The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post and USA Today have the largest national reach.
- What is the main American news agency?
- The Associated Press (AP), founded in 1846, is the leading US news agency, together with UPI.
The United States has the world's largest and most influential newspaper industry, with thousands of publications serving every corner of the country — from the great national dailies of New York and Washington to regional powerhouses in California, Texas, Florida, and beyond. American newspapers are read by hundreds of millions of people worldwide, and US news organisations set the global agenda on politics, business, technology, and culture.
Among the most widely read US newspapers online is the New York Times, one of the world's most respected news organisations and the most visited newspaper website globally. The Washington Post is essential reading for US political coverage, while the Wall Street Journal leads in business and financial reporting. For broadcast news, CNN, Fox News, NBC News, and ABC News reach tens of millions daily. NPR remains America's most trusted public news source. For sports, ESPN is the undisputed leader covering NFL, NBA, MLB, and college sports. Business readers worldwide rely on Bloomberg, Forbes, and Fortune for markets and corporate coverage.
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