Argus Online
Argus is a Dutch bi-weekly journalistic periodical founded in 2017 by veteran journalists. It focuses on investigative reporting, media criticism, and long-form essays, maintaining an independent stance without advertising. The publication is known for its critical perspective on Dutch politics and media landscapes.
MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN NETHERLANDS
Highly concentrated ownership defines the modern press market in this European nation, where Belgian publishers DPG Media and Mediahuis control over ninety percent of all print titles. Leading the market is De Telegraaf, a populist right-leaning daily boasting the highest national circulation. Other major dailies include the centre-left de Volkskrant, the liberal quality paper NRC, and Algemeen Dagblad, a centrist publication known for its extensive network of regional supplements. The historically Protestant daily Trouw remains influential for its focus on sustainability. Strong regional reporting is sustained through consolidated provincial titles. Paperboy indexes 43 Dutch newspapers — browse the full directory below.
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