U.S. News & World Report is an American media company and influential news magazine founded in 1948 through the merger of the domestic-focused weekly newspaper U.S. News and the international-focused weekly magazine World Report. Originally a traditional print newsmagazine, it has evolved into a multifaceted digital media platform. The company is renowned for publishing news, consumer advice, rankings, and in-depth analysis across various sectors including politics, education, healthcare, business, finance, science, technology, and health, with a particular focus on rankings, education, and public policy issues. It is especially influential for its annual rankings of universities, hospitals, high schools, and other institutions, which are widely used by consumers, business leaders, and policymakers to inform decisions. Owned by Mortimer Zuckerman since 1993, U.S. News & World Report emphasizes independent journalism powered by world-class data and technology, providing video commentary, policy analysis, election coverage, and objective reporting. Its content helps audiences navigate complex choices in education, career, finance, and health, with a focus on empowering informed decision-making. The company operates through its website, social media channels like YouTube, and print editions, reaching millions with expert insights. While it has faced criticism over the methodology of its rankings, it remains a key player in American media, contributing to public discourse on national and global issues, and is considered one of the nation's leading weekly newsmagazines, behind Time and Newsweek.