Newsreel helps the next generation understand the world and their place in it.
Newsreel helps the next generation understand the world and their place in it.
Young people aren't news-avoidant—they're format-avoidant. They don't want endless feeds or articles that never end. They want clarity, completion, and something worth their time.
Young people aren't news-avoidant—they're format-avoidant. They don't want endless feeds or articles that never end. They want clarity, completion, and something worth their time.
How it works
One daily stack of 4-5 stories that matter
Polls that show where you stand on key issues
No infinite scroll, no ads, no algorithm pushing outrage
Swipeable cards with text, video, and images
Quizzes that help information stick
What we believe
Understanding over scrolling
Get informed, not just caught up
Familiar format, not chaos
Every story follows a similar structure
Ruthlessly simple
If it doesn't help you understand the news, it doesn't belong
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Frequently asked questions
Where do your stories come from?
We source from Reuters, AP, NYT, The Guardian, BBC, and other established outlets. Our editorial team selects stories based on relevance and impact.
How are your stories vetted?
Trained journalists research, report and edit every story. We fact-check against multiple sources and present multiple perspectives.
Are more stories coming?
Yes. We currently publish one daily briefing each weekday (4-5 stories). Topic-specific briefings launch in 2026.
Why is your coverage focused on the US?
Our editorial team is US-based. International expansion is on the roadmap for 2026 — we're exploring partnerships with credible outlets in other regions.
What's included in paid subscriptions?
Newsreel is free forever for individuals. Upgrade to Premium to access additional content. Paid subscriptions (educators and institutions) include: Newsreel Classroom dashboard Student analytics Bulk access codes Priority support
How does Newsreel Classroom work?
Create a class. Share an access code. See how students engage. Track completion, quizzes, streaks — all in one dashboard. Students read on mobile or in any web browser. You see the data in real-time.
What is your policy on AI?
We use AI tools to help our small team work efficiently and bring you a better product, but our news content is always written by real human journalists. We believe AI should enhance human expertise, not replace it—especially when it comes to keeping you informed.
Where do your stories come from?
We source from Reuters, AP, NYT, The Guardian, BBC, and other established outlets. Our editorial team selects stories based on relevance and impact.
How are your stories vetted?
Trained journalists research, report and edit every story. We fact-check against multiple sources and present multiple perspectives.
Are more stories coming?
Yes. We currently publish one daily briefing each weekday (4-5 stories). Topic-specific briefings launch in 2026.
Why is your coverage focused on the US?
Our editorial team is US-based. International expansion is on the roadmap for 2026 — we're exploring partnerships with credible outlets in other regions.
What's included in paid subscriptions?
Newsreel is free forever for individuals. Upgrade to Premium to access additional content. Paid subscriptions (educators and institutions) include: Newsreel Classroom dashboard Student analytics Bulk access codes Priority support
How does Newsreel Classroom work?
Create a class. Share an access code. See how students engage. Track completion, quizzes, streaks — all in one dashboard. Students read on mobile or in any web browser. You see the data in real-time.
What is your policy on AI?
We use AI tools to help our small team work efficiently and bring you a better product, but our news content is always written by real human journalists. We believe AI should enhance human expertise, not replace it—especially when it comes to keeping you informed.
Where do your stories come from?
We source from Reuters, AP, NYT, The Guardian, BBC, and other established outlets. Our editorial team selects stories based on relevance and impact.
How are your stories vetted?
Trained journalists research, report and edit every story. We fact-check against multiple sources and present multiple perspectives.
Are more stories coming?
Yes. We currently publish one daily briefing each weekday (4-5 stories). Topic-specific briefings launch in 2026.
Why is your coverage focused on the US?
Our editorial team is US-based. International expansion is on the roadmap for 2026 — we're exploring partnerships with credible outlets in other regions.
What's included in paid subscriptions?
Newsreel is free forever for individuals. Upgrade to Premium to access additional content. Paid subscriptions (educators and institutions) include: Newsreel Classroom dashboard Student analytics Bulk access codes Priority support
How does Newsreel Classroom work?
Create a class. Share an access code. See how students engage. Track completion, quizzes, streaks — all in one dashboard. Students read on mobile or in any web browser. You see the data in real-time.
What is your policy on AI?
We use AI tools to help our small team work efficiently and bring you a better product, but our news content is always written by real human journalists. We believe AI should enhance human expertise, not replace it—especially when it comes to keeping you informed.