Claiming to be the world's oldest established news agency, this worldwide multilingual and multimedia business was founded in 1835 by "the father of global journalism" Charles-Louis Havas. With more than 2000 staff (900 working outside France) AFP daily produces 600,000 words, 700 photos and 50 news graphics.

Central editorial office distributing news reports on political, social, cultural, sports, and regional significance translated for international markets. Password required for full access to service.

Bangladesh initiative of a group of newsmen offering reports and pictures. Requires password to gain full access.

An independent news agency offering international coverage of current affairs ranging from politics to economic, scientific, and cultural events to general news and sports.

News exchange service made up of a group of 12 broadcasters in the Southeast Europe region.

Breaking business, political and general news including Russia, CIS, Central Europe, China and world news.

The Kyodo newswire service (English/Kanji).

Distributes news and articles on Cuban life. Havana.

Major source of worldwide breaking news with extensive finance and stock markets section including online research and investing tools. Also features business, technology, politics, science and health sections with news stories, photos, raw video and special Focus reports.

Information about the world's oldest and largest newsgathering organization. Also featuring products and services offered by The Associated Press.

Wire service offers news products including Perspectives for features and commentary, NewsTrack for breaking news, photos, Spanish service and Arabic service.

South Korean wire service providing daily news articles on politics, the economy, society, culture and science. [Chinese, English, Korean]