https://www.washingtonpost.com/ is the official digital platform of
The Washington Post—a Pulitzer Prize-winning U.S. newspaper founded in 1877, now owned by Nash Holdings. Renowned for its
uncompromising 时政 (political) and investigative journalism, it delivers in-depth coverage of the White House, Congress, global affairs, and domestic issues (e.g., climate, healthcare), paired with culture, sports, and lifestyle content. It balances real-time updates with award-winning long-form reporting, catering to policymakers, journalists, and readers seeking trusted, nuanced news.
Its core strength lies in political depth + credibility tools, with standout features:
- Investigative & Political Reporting: Iconic for breakthroughs (e.g., the Watergate scandal) and modern deep dives (congressional bills, presidential policies). It also offers “Fact Checker”—a proprietary tool using a Pinocchio rating system to verify political claims, countering misinformation.
- Multimedia Content: Podcasts (e.g., Post Reports for daily news analysis), video documentaries, and photo essays (e.g., conflict zones, U.S. elections) to enhance storytelling.
- Subscription Tiers: Free access to 3–5 articles/month; paid plans (digital-only, family) unlock unlimited content, archives (1877–present), and ad-free reading.
- Personalization: Log in to customize feeds by interest (politics, tech, health) and subscribe to email newsletters (e.g., Morning Mix for daily headlines, Power Up for policy updates).
- Mobile Access: iOS/Android apps with offline reading, push notifications for breaking news (e.g., election results, congressional votes), and seamless cross-device sync.
- Browse or Search: Navigate top categories (Politics, World, Business, Fact Checker) or use the search bar for topics (e.g., “White House policy updates,” “climate bill analysis”).
- Manage Access: Read free articles or click “Subscribe” to unlock full content; log in to save favorites.
- Customize Alerts: Sign up for newsletters or enable app push notifications for real-time political or breaking news.
- Verify Claims: Use the “Fact Checker” section to check the accuracy of political statements.
- Political Tracking: Policymakers/journalists follow congressional debates or White House actions for work.
- Daily News: Readers scan Morning Mix for curated headlines during commutes.
- Deep Research: Students/researchers access archives for historical events (e.g., Watergate, past elections).
- Misinformation Defense: Voters use “Fact Checker” to verify campaign claims during election seasons.