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World News Tonight Dominates Ratings for Ninth Consecutive Year

8/20/2025

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"World News Tonight" has been the most-watched U.S. newscast for nine years, with 7.006 million viewers.
It surpasses NBC by 1.291 million and CBS by 3.436 million viewers.
The program leads in the 25-54 and 18-49 age demographics for six consecutive seasons.
Nielsen ratings indicate notable year-over-year viewership growth.

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Story summary

"World News Tonight" has been the most-watched U.S. newscast for nine years, with 7.006 million viewers.
It surpasses NBC by 1.291 million and CBS by 3.436 million viewers.
The program leads in the 25-54 and 18-49 age demographics for six consecutive seasons.
Nielsen ratings indicate notable year-over-year viewership growth.