Best News Newsletters: Top 15 to Stay Informed in 2026

All your news, none of the bias. 1440 scours over 100 sources to provide a fact-based daily digest that covers science, politics, business, culture, and technology without any editorial spin. Named after the number of minutes in a day, it respects yours by delivering everything you need in a 5-minute read.

The world's biggest daily news brief. The Morning from The New York Times provides a comprehensive and accessible rundown of the most important stories — with the depth and analysis that only the Times can deliver. It's the front page of the internet's newspaper.

The day's most fascinating news, curated by a human who actually reads everything. Dave Pell calls himself 'Managing Editor of the Internet,' and he earns that title daily by hand-selecting the 10 most important, interesting, and unexpected stories from across the web. His sharp commentary and unique voice make news reading feel personal.

Smart Brevity for your morning. Axios AM (by co-founder Mike Allen) provides a scannable, expert-led summary of the stories shaping the day in politics, tech, and business. The 'Smart Brevity' format — short paragraphs with bolded key points — makes it the fastest serious news read available.

Daily news, Skimm'd. The Skimm delivers a morning briefing of the top stories in news, politics, and culture in a conversational tone that's accessible and engaging. With millions of subscribers, it's become one of the most influential daily news newsletters.

The most powerful newsletter in Washington. Politico Playbook delivers the daily 'inside baseball' of American politics — who's up, who's down, and what deals are being cut. It's read by every major political figure in D.C. before their first meeting.

An independent, nonpartisan politics newsletter. Tangle provides balanced coverage of the day's biggest political debate by presenting the best arguments from left, right, and center — then sharing the author's honest take. It's the antidote to partisan echo chambers.

History in the making. Heather Cox Richardson, a Boston College history professor, provides a nightly chronicle of American politics through the lens of history. Her ability to connect today's events to historical patterns makes the news feel less chaotic and more comprehensible.

Of no party or clique. The Atlantic delivers a daily briefing of courageous journalism and bold ideas on politics, culture, and global affairs. With a legacy stretching back to 1857, The Atlantic's newsletter upholds its tradition of fearless, deeply reported writing.

Geopolitics, explained. Signal by GZERO Media (founded by political scientist Ian Bremmer) delivers a daily dose of global politics analysis. It helps you understand the connections between international events — from trade wars to elections to conflicts.

Slow news for a fast world. Tortoise's Sensemaker helps you understand the day's news with context and clarity. Instead of chasing breaking news, it steps back to explain why stories matter and how they connect. It's journalism designed for understanding, not just knowing.

Five best things to read today. The Browser's expert curators scan the entire web to hand-pick five outstanding articles every day. It's the ultimate curation newsletter — discovering writing you'd never find on your own across every subject imaginable.

The news in sentences. Vox Sentences provides a nightly digest of the most important stories in clear, concise sentences with context. It's the perfect end-of-day catchup for stories you might have missed.

The best of The New Yorker, delivered daily. Its flagship newsletter curates the magazine's most compelling articles, essays, and criticism. From investigative journalism to cultural commentary, this is literary journalism at its finest.

A guide to the global economy. Quartz Daily Brief provides a high-level summary of the day's biggest stories in business, technology, and global affairs with original charts and sharp analysis. It's particularly strong on emerging markets and international perspectives.