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Daily Content of The New York Times To Be Available From NewsEdge

Daily full-text content from the New York Times strengthens NewsEdge Corporation's 2,000 source product offering

BURLINGTON, Mass. - January 15, 2002 - NewsEdge, a Thomson business and leading provider of real-time news and information products, announced today it will enhance its news products with complete, daily full-text content from The New York Times. The content will be delivered through an agreement with New York Times Digital, the Internet division of The New York Times Company.

NewsEdge, which provides real-time news and information products to approximately 1,500 corporations, government agencies, non-profits and professional service firms worldwide, said content from The New York Times will be incorporated into most of its spectrum of news products including NewsEdge Live and NewsEdge Insight. NewsEdge will have access to The New York Times archives for 90 days.

According to NewsEdge president and CEO Cliff Pollan, premium news sources from publishers like The New York Times make NewsEdge's offering a trusted, valuable information tool.

"The New York Times, which provides trusted and highly regarded content, fortifies our ability to provide customers with relevant news and that makes good competitive sense," said Pollan. "Providing full-text content from The New York Times enhances the credible and vital news our customers depend on daily, both personally and professionally."

"NewsEdge is a leader in content syndication, and its clients include top business leaders and decision-makers," said Ira Silberstein, director of business development for New York Times Digital. "We look forward to expanding our reach through this additional distribution channel by providing NewsEdge users with access to our high-quality content."

About New York Times Digital
New York Times Digital is the Internet division of The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT) and includes market leaders NYTimes.com and Boston.com, and an archive distribution business. NYTD's mission is to provide a high-quality, worldwide online audience with trusted editorial content from The New York Times and The Boston Globe.

About NewsEdge
NewsEdge, a Thomson business, is a leading provider of real-time news and information products. The company services approximately 1,500 corporations, government agencies, non-profits and professional service firms worldwide. NewsEdge combines proprietary technology, branded content and specialized editorial processes to deliver tailored information and decision-support solutions to knowledge workers through its information products and content services.

About The Thomson Corporation
The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com), with 2000 revenues of approximately US$6 billion, is a leading provider of integrated information solutions to business and professional markets worldwide. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the Toronto and London stock exchanges (TSE:TOC).

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