Portal News was founded in 2019 with a simple mission: deliver accurate, balanced, and timely news from every corner of the world. What began as a small team of five reporters has grown into a newsroom trusted by millions of readers across the globe.
We believe journalism exists to serve the public, not any single interest. Every story we publish is fact-checked, sourced, and reviewed by our editorial team before it reaches you — because trust is earned one article at a time.
From breaking news to long-form investigations, our correspondents cover politics, business, technology, culture, and everything in between, so you can stay informed no matter where you are.
What We Stand For
Accuracy First
Every story is fact-checked and verified by our editorial team before publication. We correct mistakes openly and promptly.
Editorial Independence
Our newsroom operates free from political and commercial influence, so our reporting always serves the reader, not an agenda.
Global Perspective
With correspondents on the ground across 45 countries, we bring context and nuance that wire reports often miss.
Speed With Integrity
Breaking news moves fast, but never faster than the truth. We publish quickly without cutting corners on verification.
Diverse Voices
We actively seek out perspectives from underrepresented communities to tell the full story, not just the loudest one.
Reader First
No paywalls on public-interest reporting. Our readers come before advertisers, algorithms, or page views.
Our Milestones
Portal News Is Founded
Launched by a small team of independent journalists in San Francisco with a single beat: honest, unbiased reporting.
First International Bureau
Opened our first overseas bureau in London, expanding coverage of European politics and economics.
Investigative Desk Launched
Formed a dedicated investigative unit, publishing our first award-nominated series on global supply chains.
Reaching 5 Million Readers
Crossed 5 million monthly readers as our mobile app launched, bringing real-time alerts to a global audience.
Press Freedom Award
Recognized by the International Press Institute for our coverage of press freedom violations worldwide.
Today
Now operating in 45 countries with over 120 journalists, still guided by the same founding principle: report the truth.
Inside the Newsroom
Newsroom during a live election night broadcast
Correspondent filing a report from the field
Editorial team in the morning story meeting
Photojournalist covering a public demonstration