News

Access World News: 

• When and why would I use this news source?
  This database includes news sources from around the world; most sources are in English, but you can filter results by language. 

• What kind of sources are included?
  Primarily news articles. Also includes some magazine and journal articles.

• How do I login?
  Username: beaver Password: student

New York Times: 

• When and why would I use this news source?
  Use this site to access Up-to-the-moment access of today's news stories as they happen.

• What kind of sources are included?
  Newspaper

• How do I login?

  • Step 1: Visit nytimes.com/passes and create a free NYTimes.com account using your school email address.  

    • If you already have an NYTimes.com account associated with your school email address, log in with those credentials.

    • Double-check that you are not logged in using your personal email address.

  • Step 2: Check your email inbox for our confirmation message.  

    • Click on the link in your confirmation message to validate your email address and claim your Pass.  

    • If the confirmation email didn’t arrive, check your spam folder. If it isn’t there, send an email to edu@nytimes.com from your school email address to request confirmation.

  • Step 3: You have successfully claimed a Pass when you see the Start Your Access screen.  

    • Now you can enjoy seamless, full access to NYTimes.com, INYT.com and NYT mobile apps from any location, on or off campus, just by logging into your NYTimes.com account. 

    • You may download NYTimes mobile apps at nytimes.com/mobile.

• Note: You can also access New York Times using you BPL eCard

You can access a range of news resources by logging in with your BPL eCard (you will need your Library Card Number and PIN). 

• If you haven't registered for a BPL eCard yet, see directions here.

• You can see the full BPL newspaper database here.

  • Includes local, national and international newspapers 

  • Some favorites: Boston Herald, Wall Street Journal,  AP News. 

Boston Globe Full Text (2008-Present via ProQuest):

• When and why would I use this news resource?
  The full-page images of this digitized newspaper provide genealogists, researchers and scholars with cover-to-cover access to recent newspaper content. Every page is full-text searchable. Coverage extends to within days of the current issue.

• What kind of sources are included?
  Newspaper

Gale OneFile - News:

• When and why would I use this news resource?
  Use this database to find news articles from newspapers across the United States, along with some international newspapers.

• What kind of sources are included?
  Text-only articles (not page reproductions) from national and international newspapers, newswires, and some magazines. Coverage: 1981-present. 

Gale OneFile - Popular Magazines:

• When and why would I use this news resource?
  Use this database to find magazine articles written for a general audience. Articles cover current events, sports, science, and health issues.

• What kind of sources are included?
  Access the most searched magazines across Gale OneFile focusing on current events, sports, science, and health issues.

New York Times: 

• When and why would I use this news source?
  Use this site to access Up-to-the-moment access of today's news stories as they happen.

• What kind of sources are included?
  Newspaper

Al Jazeera: 

• Al Jazeera is a global news organization that reports on stories from around the world, often highlighting perspectives from the Middle East and Global South.

• Use it to learn about international events from viewpoints that may differ from U.S.-based news sources.

AllSides:

• AllSides is a news website that shows how different media outlets with left, center, and right political leanings cover the same story.

• Use it to compare perspectives, spot bias, and form their own informed opinions.

BBC News:

• BBC News is an international news organization based in the United Kingdom that covers stories from around the world.

• Use it to get reliable, in-depth reporting and a global perspective on current events.

Capital B News:

• Capital B News is a nonprofit news organization that focuses on stories and issues affecting Black communities across the United States.

• Use it to learn about current events and history from perspectives and voices that are often underrepresented in mainstream media.

Democracy Now!:

• Democracy Now! is an independent news program that covers national and international stories with a focus on social justice and grassroots movements.

• Use it to hear in-depth reporting and interviews from perspectives that are often overlooked in mainstream media.

Reuters:

• Reuters is an international news agency based in the United Kingdom that provides fact-based reporting on global events, business, and politics.

• Use it to get straightforward, unbiased news coverage from a trusted source used by media outlets worldwide.

Science News for Students:

• Science News for Students is an online publication that explains the latest science, technology, and math discoveries in a way that’s easy for young people to understand.

• Use it to explore current scientific research, deepen their knowledge, and find ideas for school projects.

United Press International (UPI):

• UPI is a global news agency that reports on breaking news, politics, science, health, and more.

• Use it to get up-to-date information on national and international events from a long-established news source.

World Newspapers:

• World Newspapers is an online directory that links to newspapers from countries all around the globe.

• Use it to explore how news is reported in different regions and compare perspectives on international events.

YR Media:

• YR Media is a national network of young journalists and artists who create stories, music, and art about issues that matter to their generation.

• Use it to hear youth perspectives, discover creative work by peers, and explore topics affecting young people today.