The Guardian is a British daily newspaper and global news organization founded in Manchester in 1821. It was originally published as the Manchester Guardian and adopted the name The Guardian in 1959.
The Guardian publishes news, analysis, opinion, and features covering topics including politics, science, environment, culture, sport, and social justice. Its journalism is published in print and online, with editions serving readers in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Europe, and internationally.[1]
The Guardian is published by Guardian News & Media, which is owned by Guardian Media Group. Guardian Media Group is owned by the Scott Trust, whose purpose is to protect the newspaper's financial and editorial independence.[2]