World news is the jargon used in journalism for the stuff that happens overseas or is global in scope. Think major events like elections, natural disasters or war. It also covers the stuff going on in other countries, plus international business, politics and culture. The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal are a couple of big names that people trust to be fair and objective.
Mother Jones digs deep into political stories and has a clear progressive voice, making it one of the most trusted sources for people who want real context about the world. Their investigative pieces are really strong, and they go after powerful figures who don’t hold up to accountability.
Quartz is another smart, easy-to-understand news source that’s focused on facts and a clean layout. They cover trends in tech, business, health, and culture — plus big picture stuff like climate change, the economy, and sexism. They reach around 30 million readers a month.
CNN en Espanol launched in 1997, when they realized that millions of people wanted serious news coverage in Spanish. It’s got a big audience, including people in the U.S. who speak fluent Spanish. They’re also really good at figuring out how to make use of the technology available to them, including podcasts and video. Their mobile app is a huge hit. Their website and newsletters are a great resource for keeping up with the latest developments. They also offer a range of subscriptions for serious news junkies.