News world communications
News World Communications was a media company founded by Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the founder of the Unification Church, in the 1970s. The company was known for its conservative and pro-business stance, and it owned several newspapers, magazines, and television stations in the United States and around the world.
Some of the notable publications and media outlets owned by News World Communications include:
- The Washington Times: A daily newspaper based in Washington, D.C. that was founded in 1982.
- The New York City Tribune: A weekly newspaper that was published from 1977 to 1994.
- Insight magazine: A weekly news magazine that was published from 1981 to 2008.
- UPI (United Press International): A news agency that was founded in 1907 and was acquired by News World Communications in 1982. UPI was known for its wire service and international news coverage.
- News World Television: A television network that was launched in the 1980s and was available in several countries, including the United States, Japan, and South Korea.
News World Communications was also known for its close ties to the Unification Church and its founder, Rev. Moon. The company was seen as a way for Rev. Moon to promote his religious and political beliefs, and it was often criticized for its biased reporting and lack of objectivity.
In the 1990s and 2000s, News World Communications faced financial difficulties and was forced to sell off several of its assets. The company filed for bankruptcy in 2000 and was eventually dissolved in 2008.