The New York Times
The Gray Lady, a U.S.
The New York Times is a newspaper based in Manhattan, New York City, covering domestic, national, and international news, as well as opinion pieces and reviews. G. Sulzberger as current chairman and publisher.
- founders
- Henry Jarvis Raymond, George Jones, Edward B. Wesley
- headquarters
- The New York Times Building, Midtown Manhattan
- type
- Daily newspaper
- subscribers
- 11.88 million total (as of August 2025)
- known_for
- Newspaper of record; coverage of Boss Tweed; Pentagon Papers; New York Times Co. v. Sullivan
Lore & Background
Wesley providing half the starting capital. Under Ochs, the Times reported on the sinking of the Titanic and Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity.
Reader's Guide
The New York Times's significance lies in its role as a newspaper of record, documenting major historical events from the Civil War to the Vietnam War. Its coverage of Boss Tweed established investigative journalism standards, while its legal battles in the Supreme Court shaped First Amendment protections for the press. The paper's adaptation to digital technology, including its early launch of nytimes.com and its current subscriber base of 11.88 million, reflects its ability to navigate the decline of print media. Its nickname 'The Gray Lady' references its opposition to yellow journalism and the color of newsprint. A 2025 Pew study found that 56% of its audience holds at least a bachelor's degree, the highest among daily newspapers surveyed.
Did You Know?
- As of August 2025, it had 11.88 million total subscribers, the highest for any U.S. newspaper.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does The New York Times's story end?
The New York Times has no narrative ending because it is a living, ongoing publication rather than a finished work. As of August 2025, it continues to publish daily with roughly 11.88 million subscribers worldwide.
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