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'''''The New York Weekly Journal''''' was an American newspaper founded in 1733 in New York City. It played a key role in the early history of press freedom in colonial America. The publication became known for its criticism of the British colonial government, and its printer, John Peter Zenger, was famously tried and acquitted of libel in a landmark case for freedom of the press. The original publication ceased operations in 1751. In 2025, | {{Infobox company | ||
| name = The New York Weekly Journal {{verified}} | |||
| logo = File:The New York Weekly Journal logo.png | |||
| logo_size = 200px | |||
| type = Media company | |||
| industry = Digital journalism | |||
| founded = 2025 | |||
| founder = [[Shovon Ahmed]] | |||
| headquarters = New York City, USA | |||
| area_served = Global | |||
| key_people = Shovon Ahmed (CEO) | |||
| products = Online news, commentary, analysis | |||
| website = [https://nyweeklyjournal.com nyweeklyjournal.com] | |||
}} | |||
'''''The New York Weekly Journal''''' was an American newspaper founded in 1733 in New York City. It played a key role in the early history of press freedom in colonial America. The publication became known for its criticism of the British colonial government, and its printer, John Peter Zenger, was famously tried and acquitted of libel in a landmark case for freedom of the press. The original publication ceased operations in 1751. In 2025, the newspaper was relaunched as a digital platform by Bangladeshi media professional '''[[Shovon Ahmed]]''', who aimed to revive its legacy in a modern context. | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
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== Relaunch in 2025 == | == Relaunch in 2025 == | ||
In 2025, ''The New York Weekly Journal'' was relaunched by Bangladeshi media professional Shovon Ahmed as a digital publication. The revival aimed to acknowledge the historical significance of the original newspaper while adapting it for contemporary audiences. The new version operates as an online journal, publishing news, commentary, and cultural analysis with contributions from international writers. It positions itself as an independent media outlet with an emphasis on thoughtful reporting and editorial freedom. | In 2025, ''The New York Weekly Journal'' was relaunched by Bangladeshi media professional Shovon Ahmed as a digital publication. The revival aimed to acknowledge the historical significance of the original newspaper while adapting it for contemporary audiences. The new version operates as an online journal, publishing news, commentary, and cultural analysis with contributions from international writers. It positions itself as an independent media outlet with an emphasis on thoughtful reporting and editorial freedom.<ref>https://www.londondaily.news/shovon-relaunches-the-new-york-weekly-journal-with-a-bold-fresh-spin/</ref> | ||
== Legacy == | == Legacy == | ||
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== References == | == References == | ||