Luxtoday (https://luxtoday.lu/en) is an independent English-language online news and lifestyle portal focused on Luxembourg.

History: Launched in 2018 as part of a multilingual platform (with Russian, French, and English editions) to provide news and practical information for Luxembourg's diverse expat community. It has grown into a comprehensive digital resource for locals and internationals.

Primary focus: Daily news on Luxembourg politics, economy, society, business, culture, sports, and expat life, alongside practical guides on living, working, housing, education, and events in the Grand Duchy.

Audience: Primarily English-speaking expatriates, internationals, and multilingual residents in Luxembourg, along with those considering relocation or interested in Luxembourg affairs.

Editorial stance: Self-described as independent; content is generally neutral and factual, with a focus on informative reporting for the international community.

Reliability: Established niche source for English-language news and guides on Luxembourg, valued for practical and timely coverage. No independent bias or fact-checking ratings from major assessors like Media Bias/Fact Check, AllSides, or Ad Fontes Media are available.

The Cuenca Dispatch (https://thecuencadispatch.com/) is an independent English-language weekly newspaper and online news outlet focused on Cuenca and Ecuador.

History: Founded in 2016 by Michael Soares, a former corporate executive and restaurant owner in Cuenca. It merged with CuencaHighLife in 2017–2018, expanding coverage and services under Ecuador Media Marketing Services. It became Ecuador's first English-language newspaper and has operated as a subscription-based publication.

Primary focus: In-depth reporting on Ecuadorian and Cuenca local news, including politics, economy, society, crime, health, environment, and expat-related issues. Emphasizes non-sensationalized, factual stories.

Audience: Primarily English-speaking expatriates living in or interested in Ecuador (especially Cuenca), tourists, investors, and the diaspora seeking reliable local insights.

Editorial stance: Self-described as independent with a rule against publishing sensationalized news, aiming to provide balanced, enjoyable reading focused on accurate information.

Reliability: Established niche source for English-language news in Ecuador, valued by the expat community for detailed reporting. No independent bias or fact-checking ratings from major assessors like Media Bias/Fact Check, AllSides, or Ad Fontes Media are available; generally regarded as credible for expat-oriented coverage.

Times of Oman (https://timesofoman.com/) is Oman's leading English-language daily newspaper and digital news outlet, published in Muscat.

History: Founded in 1975 by Dr. Omar Zawawi as the country's first English-language newspaper. It has operated continuously, evolving into a major multimedia platform under Muscat Media Group. The group also publishes Al Shabiba (Arabic sister paper).

Primary focus: Comprehensive coverage of Omani national news, including politics, economy, business, society, culture, sports, royal affairs, and development projects, alongside international stories with regional relevance.

Audience: Primarily English-speaking expatriates (large foreign workforce), educated Omanis, business professionals, diplomats, and tourists in Oman; strong digital reach for diaspora and international readers.

Editorial stance: Mainstream and aligned with official Omani government perspectives; promotes national unity, development initiatives, and positive portrayals of leadership while avoiding critical coverage of sensitive issues.

Reliability: Established mainstream outlet with professional standards, widely used for English-language news in Oman. As closely linked to government interests, it exhibits pro-government bias in story selection and framing; no independent ratings from major assessors like Media Bias/Fact Check, AllSides, or Ad Fontes Media are available.

Liberian Observer (https://www.liberianobserver.com/) is an independent daily newspaper and online news outlet based in Monrovia, Liberia, also known as the Daily Observer.

History: Founded on February 16, 1981, by renowned Liberian journalist Kenneth Y. Best and his wife Mae Gene Traub Best. It is Liberia's oldest continuously operating private newspaper, known for surviving closures and challenges during periods of political instability, including the civil wars and authoritarian regimes.

Primary focus: Comprehensive national coverage of politics, business, economy, society, sports, entertainment, health, education, and investigative reporting on government accountability, corruption, and public interest issues.

Audience: Primarily Liberian readers domestically, including urban and rural communities, along with the diaspora and international observers interested in Liberian affairs.

Editorial stance: Self-described as independent, with goals of promoting government accountability and raising popular awareness of current events. Recognized for its independent editorial stance and investigative journalism.

Reliability: Regarded as one of Liberia's leading independent newspapers, noted for investigative reporting and professional standards. Operates in a media environment with historical challenges; no independent bias or fact-checking ratings from major assessors like Media Bias/Fact Check, AllSides, or Ad Fontes Media are available.