October 28, 2009

ARTICLES / NEWSPAPERS: French Papers Aim at Younger Readers

Published: October 27, 2009

PARIS — Newspapers have tried many things to stave off a seemingly relentless decline in readers. Now France is pushing forward with a novel approach: giving away papers to young readers in an effort to turn them into regular customers.

The government Tuesday detailed plans of a project called “My Free Newspaper,” under which 18- to 24-year-olds will be offered a free, yearlong subscription to a newspaper of their choice.

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