News sites with no paywall (2026)
Sometimes the easiest way past a paywall is to read a source that does not have one. These reputable outlets keep their core news free — no subscription, no meter.
How this list is chosen
These are established outlets that keep their core news free — largely wire services, public broadcasters, and nonprofit newsrooms funded by grants, licence fees or reader donations rather than subscriptions. A few show occasional support prompts, but the articles stay readable.
When you still hit a wall
For outlets not on this list, a reader-first tool handles soft and metered walls, and your public library covers many hard-paywall titles for free.
Free news sources
| Outlet | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AP News | Wire service | Core news free; funded by licensing to other outlets |
| BBC News | Public broadcaster | Free in the UK and most countries; BBC.com charges US readers for most articles since 2025 |
| NPR | Public radio (US) | Free; occasional donation prompts |
| PBS NewsHour | Public broadcaster (US) | Free |
| The Guardian | Reader-funded | No wall; asks for optional support |
| The Conversation | Academic nonprofit | Free, expert-authored, republishable |
| ProPublica | Investigative nonprofit | Free; foundation-funded |
| Al Jazeera English | International broadcaster | Free |
| Deutsche Welle | Public broadcaster (DE) | Free, many languages |
| France 24 | Public broadcaster (FR) | Free, multilingual |
| CBC News | Public broadcaster (CA) | Core news free |
Free at the time of writing; a few may add light support prompts. For paywalled outlets not listed here, try a reader tool or your library.
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