r/internationalnews
News from around the world. An alternative to the major global current events subreddits. Please read and respect our subreddit rules.
How to think about r/internationalnews
The community focuses on global news, offering an alternative perspective to mainstream media outlets. It emphasizes the importance of diverse viewpoints and aims to provide members with updates on significant international events. The community has a strong stance against censorship and child abuse, actively protesting Reddit's management decisions, which adds a layer of activism to its news-sharing focus.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Members are typically news enthusiasts who seek a broader understanding of world events beyond traditional media narratives. The audience is likely diverse in age and background, with a shared interest in social justice and accountability. The vibe is serious and engaged, with participants valuing informed discussions and critical analysis of current events.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes well-sourced news articles, insightful commentary, and discussions that challenge mainstream narratives. Members appreciate thorough analysis and context, while low-quality posts, sensationalism, or blatant misinformation tend to receive downvotes. The community encourages regular contributions, with a focus on relevance and adherence to its rules, especially regarding sensitive topics.
Brand engagement notes
Brands should approach this community with caution, as members are generally resistant to overt promotion and marketing tactics. Authentic engagement, such as sharing valuable insights or participating in discussions, is more likely to be well-received. Brands should avoid self-promotion and instead focus on contributing to conversations around relevant news topics, demonstrating a genuine interest in the community's values and concerns.
Top keywords
What r/internationalnews talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
- argusnews.in
- i.redd.it
- apnews.com
- daysfreshnews.online
- reuters.com
- voanews.com
- understandingwar.org
- theoapress.com
- amp.cnn.com
- updatednewsview.blogspot.com
- ethiopia-insight.com
- reddit.com
- news-m-w.com
- criticalthreats.org
- amp.rfi.fr
- geopoliticaleconomy.com
- quettavoice.com
- insightnews.media
- justsecurity.org
- theguardian.com
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/Argus_News
- u/Motor-Ad-8858
- u/Priyana_123
- u/ranjeetsuri
- u/Vroges
- u/AudiumCrow
- u/CraithMac
- u/tigrayadey
- u/globalstar_edu
- u/One_Lawfulness_1073
- u/Kalki_the_last
- u/IntelligencerIndia
- u/Mud_666
- u/boopitypoo
- u/IceLArk
- u/tolhildan1978
- u/Anoth3rDude
- u/Misaki_1988
- u/Emma-myrick
- u/Jobsmediaorg
- u/Mainlyhappy
- u/RelationTrue2154
- u/SpiritedSwordfish414
- u/Numerous-Barracuda53
By votes
- u/Argus_News
- u/Motor-Ad-8858
- u/Vroges
- u/Priyana_123
- u/ranjeetsuri
- u/Kalki_the_last
- u/IntelligencerIndia
- u/Mud_666
- u/boopitypoo
- u/CraithMac
- u/tigrayadey
- u/IceLArk
- u/tolhildan1978
- u/Anoth3rDude
- u/Misaki_1988
- u/AudiumCrow
- u/Numerous-Barracuda53
- u/Emma-myrick
- u/Jobsmediaorg
- u/globalstar_edu
- u/Mainlyhappy
- u/One_Lawfulness_1073
- u/RelationTrue2154
- u/SpiritedSwordfish414
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/[deleted]
- u/Practical-Two-8127
- u/Eli_Truax
- u/Yusbhere
- u/Confused_Hominoid
- u/cambo_
- u/Strict-Square456
- u/Uncle_Boppi
- u/EyeOk389
- u/Alert-Mud-672
- u/Fawqueue
- u/PF4LFE
- u/Future_Currency3394
- u/Dry-humper-6969
- u/trelium06
- u/Cool-Competition-357
- u/LittlePooky
- u/Blue_Sway
- u/steelep13
- u/justtheentiredick
- u/Attention-Tricky
- u/EndStageCapitalismOG
- u/Moosehagger
- u/Iagent2022
- u/milkcowcafe
- u/hornwalker
- u/Still_waiting_4u
- u/bombalicious
- u/iain93
- u/IvanAntonovichVanko
- u/OniiChanStopNotThere
- u/Astrocreep_1
- u/Jackdon91
- u/bannacct56
- u/AK47-603
By votes
- u/cambo_
- u/Yusbhere
- u/Eli_Truax
- u/Still_waiting_4u
- u/Practical-Two-8127
- u/Jackdon91
- u/[deleted]
- u/EndStageCapitalismOG
- u/Moosehagger
- u/milkcowcafe
- u/hornwalker
- u/bombalicious
- u/bannacct56
- u/Strict-Square456
- u/Uncle_Boppi
- u/EyeOk389
- u/Alert-Mud-672
- u/Fawqueue
- u/PF4LFE
- u/Future_Currency3394
- u/Dry-humper-6969
- u/trelium06
- u/Cool-Competition-357
- u/LittlePooky
- u/Blue_Sway
- u/steelep13
- u/justtheentiredick
- u/Attention-Tricky
- u/iain93
- u/IvanAntonovichVanko
- u/OniiChanStopNotThere
- u/Astrocreep_1
- u/AK47-603
- u/Iagent2022
- u/Confused_Hominoid
Similar communities
Where this audience also spends time
Topic-adjacent communities surfaced from Reddit's own related subreddit signal.
FAQ
r/internationalnews — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/internationalnews have?
r/internationalnews has approximately 84,090 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/internationalnews created?
r/internationalnews was created on July 1, 2008 (18 years ago).
What is r/internationalnews about?
The community focuses on global news, offering an alternative perspective to mainstream media outlets. It emphasizes the importance of diverse viewpoints and aims to provide members with updates on significant international events. The community has a strong stance against censorship and child abuse, actively protesting Reddit's management decisions, which adds a layer of ac…
What subreddits are similar to r/internationalnews?
Communities similar to r/internationalnews include r/thechinanerd, r/newsnerdsneed, r/international, r/playwolverine, r/theworldnews.
Who are the most active posters on r/internationalnews?
The most frequent posters on r/internationalnews include u/Argus_News, u/Motor-Ad-8858, u/Priyana_123.
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