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Reuters175 | 1875: When Ernest Collins filed Reuters’ full report of the New South Wales budget from Australia, he sent what was believed to be the longest press telegram ever transmitted, at a cost of £1,200. #Reuters175
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Introducing Reuters Pitchside: The 2026 World Cup, a new series taking you beyond the highlights and behind the scenes of the biggest World Cup ever.   Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch the full episode on YouTube: hubs.ly/Q04ln2QC0
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Reuters175 | 1874: When Baron Julius de Reuter hired 18-year-old Frederic W. Dickinson, he brought in a future Chief Editor whose judgement and character defined his career. Dickinson would go on to serve Reuters for 48 years, including 20 as Chief Editor. #Reuters175
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Reuters175 | 1873: As the Panic of 1873 unfolded, Reuters delivered near hour‑by‑hour intelligence on bank failures, market panic and government intervention, vital information for navigating the first global financial crisis. #Reuters175
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Reuters175 | 1872: Reuters sent its first staff representative to Tokyo. Henry Collins arrived as Japan modernised rapidly, witnessing the build of the country’s first railway, an early Reuters presence at a pivotal moment in history. #Reuters175
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Reuters175 | 1871: Julius Reuter was made a baron by Duke Ernst II of Saxe‑Coburg‑Gotha, recognising his public service in delivering telegraphic intelligence to the press. His motto: per mare per terras (by land and sea). #Reuters175
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1870: The independence question. During the Franco‑Prussian War, Reuters balanced access to official sources on both sides — confronting an enduring challenge of war reporting: independence under pressure. #Reuters175
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1868–1869: Competing with monopoly. Reuters backed the French Atlantic cable to challenge high transatlantic rates, forcing prices down and widening access to fast American news. #Reuters175
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In Argentina, informal football tournaments are becoming a source of extra income for some young players navigating economic uncertainty. Reuters photographer Agustin Marcarian documents the growing popularity of cash-prize matches played on makeshift pitches.
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Our latest Reuters editorial highlights showcase our coverage of the drone attack upon St. Petersburg, covering violent moments in Paris and Southampton, and World Cup preparations in Latin America. Explore this week’s editorial highlights here: hubs.ly/Q04kwlhx0
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1868: Reporting from the frontline. Reuters covered the Abyssinian expedition from with the column itself, transmitting uncensored battlefield reports via military telegraph and sea routes back to London. #Reuters175
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1867: Reuters opened a Hamburg branch at the heart of Germany’s global trade, securing a major contract to supply comprehensive political and commercial intelligence. Its telegrams quickly became central to price‑setting for merchants and newspapers alike. #Reuters175
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1866: Conquering the Atlantic. With the first successful transatlantic cable, Reuters sent news from America to London in hours, not days — transforming markets and global understanding. #Reuters175
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1865: Breaking news across the Atlantic. Reuters delivered Europe the first news of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination, using boats, canisters and telegraph lines to beat the ship carrying the news. #Reuters175
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Join the Digital News Report 2026 Regional Webinar Series to explore the trends shaping the future of journalism, and what they mean for your organisation. From young audiences to platform shifts, get actionable insights by region. Secure your place: hubs.ly/Q04k75KY0
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