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Yahoo News Japan beats NYT and BBC as most popular news website worldwide
Yahoo News Japan emerged as the most popular news website globally with 921 million visits in a month, outperforming notable competitors like NYT and BBC, according to a May survey by Press Gazette. Globo.com was second with 795 million visits, while Microsoft's site was third with 500.5 million. Other Japanese sites also made the top 50 ranking.
Key points
- Yahoo News Japan had 921 million visits in a month, making it the most visited news website globally.
- The New York Times ranked third with 624.5 million visits, following Globo.com with 795 million.
- Microsoft's news site came fourth at 500.5 million visits.
- BBC and CNN were also in the top five with 474.4 million and 464.3 million visits, respectively.
- Japanese sites Livedoor and KDDI's au one also featured in the top 50 ranking.
Why it matters
- The rise of Yahoo News Japan can be viewed in the context of increasing internet usage in Japan and globally, as seen in 2025 IT trends.
- The competition in digital news reflects recent shifts in media consumption, with audiences preferring online platforms over traditional media.
- The performance of global news websites underscores the ongoing relevance of digital media strategies amid evolving user preferences.
Yahoo News Japan's rise to the top highlights the significant shifts in global media consumption patterns and the importance of digital engagement for news outlets.