Meet ‘The World’—Your New Daily Escape from Information Overload
Starting Monday, September 29, 2025, millions of readers across the globe will wake up to The World—The New York Times’ brand-new international newsletter designed to cut through the noise, deliver clarity, and even bring a little joy to your morning scroll.
Katrin Bennhold, veteran international correspondent and host of ‘The World.’ (Credit: The New York Times)
Why ‘The World’ Exists
“I want The World to be smart, short and delightful,” says host Katrin Bennhold, a former Berlin bureau chief with over two decades of global reporting experience. “An antidote to the overwhelm.”
In an age of doomscrolling, polarization, and 24/7 news cycles, The World aims to be different: concise, human, and globally minded—without sacrificing depth.
What’s Inside Every Edition?
- Top Global Headlines: Curated with context, not just clicks
- Exclusive Video Dispatches: From Times journalists on the ground in 170+ countries
- Daily Quiz: Test your global knowledge in under 60 seconds
- Cultural Gems: Music, film, food, and fashion from unexpected corners of the planet
- Recommendations: Books, shows, and life hacks from Times correspondents
How It Stands Out
The World replaces the former Morning Briefing newsletters for Europe and Asia—but it’s more ambitious. While The Morning (for U.S. readers) focuses domestically, The World is built for a truly international audience.
| Feature | The Morning (U.S.) | The World (Global) |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | U.S. and Canada | Global |
| Host | David Leonhardt | Katrin Bennhold |
| Content Focus | U.S. politics, economy, culture | International news, global trends, cross-border stories |
| Special Elements | Puzzles, opinion highlights | Video reports, daily quiz, cultural tidbits |
Who Is Katrin Bennhold?
A mother of three and a seasoned foreign correspondent, Bennhold has reported on:
- The rise of far-right movements in Europe
- Gender equality and social change
- Terrorism and migration crises
- Populist upheavals from Paris to Budapest
Her lived experience—balancing global journalism with family life—shapes The World’s empathetic, efficient tone. “I know exactly how busy you are,” she says. “This is something you can finish—and feel better for it.”
Why Now?
As global events—from Venezuela’s political crisis to Moldova’s pro-EU vote to drone wars in Kyiv—intensify, readers crave trusted, global perspective. The World delivers that through the lens of hundreds of Times journalists stationed worldwide, offering not just what happened, but why it matters to you.
“In this polarized moment, we badly need a global conversation,” Bennhold adds. “If The World contributes to that, I’ll be happy.”
