The New York Times

Times Co. passes the bottle to readers

Frank Washkuch August 14, 2009

The New York Times Co., which recently reported a second-quarter revenue decline of about 20%, has launched The New York Times Wine Club.

'Texas Monthly' editor, investors to launch Lone Star State political site

Frank Washkuch July 20, 2009

Venture capitalist John Thornton and Texas Monthly editor Evan Smith are launching a political news Web site for Texas, possibly as early as November.

Thornton,...

'FT' editor: Most news organizations to charge online in next year

Frank Washkuch July 16, 2009

Almost every news organization will charge for content in some way in the next year, Financial Times editor Lionel Barber, told a UK audience...

Would you pay $5 for NYTimes.com access?

Frank Washkuch July 10, 2009

The New York Times surveyed readers on whether they’d be willing to pay $5 a month –$2.50 for print subscribers – for access to

New York begins initiatives to boost media industry

NEW YORK: Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced eight technology-focused initiatives to bolster the city's media industry, which is being battered by the recession and poor advertising climate, as well as industry changes.

Top 10 Twitter blunders

Rose Gordon July 06, 2009

ComputerWeekly has issued a report on what it sees as the top 10 "marketing blunders" that have taken place on that oh-so-popular site, Twitter. Familiar...

When to talk and when to stay quiet

Tonya Garcia June 24, 2009

Back in February, PRWeek analyzed the role that PR played in successfully freeing the crew of the MV Biscaglia tanker, which had been hijacked...

NYT hires social media editor

Frank Washkuch May 27, 2009

The New York Times hired Jennifer Preston as its first social media editor this week, marking the second time this month that a major...

'Boston Globe,' largest union agree to concessions

Frank Washkuch May 06, 2009

A 3 am deal between The Boston Globe and its largest union has likely staved off the threat of parent...

Times Co. rebrands 'International Herald Tribune' site

Frank Washkuch April 01, 2009

Visitors to the International Herald Tribune’s Web site, whether checking for the latest on the markets or updates from the...

Times Co. sees need to educate reporters, analysts about debt

Frank Washkuch January 15, 2009

The back-and-forth between Michael Hirschorn of The Atlantic and The New York Times about The Old Gray Lady’s long-term health – or, as Hirschorn would...

MS&L memo: Focus on AP

Frank Washkuch January 12, 2009

It’s not a coincidence if more MS&L Washington-based staffers are adding Associated Press journalists to their speed dials, buddy lists, and Twitter accounts.

With...