A daily newspaper is a periodical publication that contains news articles. It may cover local, national, and international news events and issues. It may also contain editorials, letters to the editor, and opinion pieces called op-eds. Most newspapers are aimed at a wide audience but there are also some that focus on specific groups such as business people, sports fans, or immigrant communities.
The most common type of newspaper is a daily paper that is published on a regular schedule such as daily or weekly. These publications are usually printed on paper that is coated with a glossy finish to make them more durable. They are often distributed through newsstands, post offices, mail boxes, and stores. In some cases, the papers may be distributed in bulk to businesses and government offices.
While many newspaper companies are struggling, others are thriving. The New York Times Company, for example, reported a net profit of $1.4 billion in 2018. The company has a variety of revenue streams including subscriptions, events, and digital products. Its digital advertising business continues to grow.
Many of the world’s largest and most influential newspapers are still print-based, but there are also several online-only competitors that have gained prominence in recent years. Some of these include the Guardian and Reuters. Many of these competitors have adopted innovative strategies to compete with traditional print media, such as using video to promote stories and offering free subscriptions for students.
In addition to a general interest section, most daily newspapers have sections that are more specialized in a particular subject area such as politics, crime and justice; business and finance; education, science, and technology; health and medicine; and lifestyles. The newspaper industry has responded to criticisms of its credibility and quality by adopting a number of practices aimed at improving accuracy and accountability. These include appointing ombudsmen, developing ethics policies and training, using more stringent corrections policies, and communicating their processes and rationale to readers.
The Yale Daily News Historical Archive is a collection of digitized issues of the newspaper, dating back to 1878. It is one of the oldest college daily newspapers in the United States and many former YDN editors, writers, and contributors have gone on to prominent careers in journalism and public service. The archive is maintained by the Yale University Library and a generous gift from an anonymous Yale alumnus has facilitated its migration to a new platform.
The Great Lakes Daily News is a collection of news articles that are relevant to the Great Lakes region curated by the staff at the Great Lakes Commission. It is made available by a daily email digest and can be accessed by subscription. Great Lakes Daily News does not publish original content and any views expressed in the articles are those of the authors and attributed sources, and do not necessarily reflect those of the Commission or its member states and provinces.
