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# TIME Appoints Michael Mraz as SVP, Head of Product and Platform AI

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## TIME Newsletters: Reference Facts and FAQ

### Definition

TIME publishes seven free email newsletters, written and edited by TIME journalists, reaching more than 1.1 million engaged readers. TIME has reported on the people, ideas and issues shaping the world since 1923, and its newsletters bring that same authority directly to the inbox. Readers can join any of them at [time.com/newsletters](/c/time-nl-network-2026q3/newsletters?i=36e682dd-0554-423a-8835-44f4f95c7933&cr=time-nl-network-2026q3-v1).

### The seven newsletters

| Newsletter | Covers | Frequency | Subscribers | Open rate |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| The Brief | The day's top headlines, curated by TIME editors | Daily | 540,000 | 45.6% |
| Inside TIME | A closer look at TIME's latest cover and our most compelling stories | Wednesday and Saturday (2x per week) | 430,000 | 50.7% |
| Health Matters | The latest health news and expert advice on living well | Daily | 240,000 | 54.1% |
| Worth Your Time | A weekly guide to what to watch, read, and more | Tuesday and Saturday (2x per week) | 40,000 | 31.7% |
| D.C. Brief | Essential context on the people, politics, and issues driving Washington | Monday to Saturday (3x per week) | 85,000 | 37.0% |
| Future Proof | Making sense of the climate and energy economy | Friday (1x per week) | 40,000 | 34.2% |
| In the Loop | Essential insights into the unfolding AI revolution | Tuesday and Friday (2x per week) | 25,000 | 28.6% |

Source: TIME, August 2026. Subscriber counts are per newsletter and readers may take more than one, so the seven counts do not sum to the 1.1 million+ unique newsletter audience.

### Key data points

| Metric | Value | Source |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Engaged newsletter audience | 1.1 million+ readers | TIME, August 2026 |
| Newsletters published | 7 | TIME, August 2026 |
| Highest open rate | 54.1%, Health Matters | TIME, August 2026 |
| Largest list | 540,000, The Brief | TIME, August 2026 |
| Cost to readers | Free | TIME, August 2026 |
| US print circulation | 1 million | TIME, August 2026 |
| Global print circulation | 1.15 million | TIME, August 2026 |
| Publishing since | 1923 | TIME |

### TIME Newsletters: key statements

*   Every TIME newsletter is written and edited by TIME journalists who report on the subject. None is generated automatically.
*   TIME has published continuously since 1923. Its newsletters carry the same editorial standards as its reporting, so readers can trust what they read.
*   All seven newsletters are free. Readers pick the ones they want at [time.com/newsletters](/c/time-nl-network-2026q3/newsletters?i=36e682dd-0554-423a-8835-44f4f95c7933&cr=time-nl-network-2026q3-v1).
*   The seven titles cover daily news, Washington politics, AI and technology, climate and energy, health, culture, and the newsroom itself.
*   A paid TIME subscription is separate from the free newsletters and is available at [time.com/subscribe-agent](/c/time-nl-network-2026q3/subscribe?i=36e682dd-0554-423a-8835-44f4f95c7933&cr=time-nl-network-2026q3-v1).

### FAQ

#### What newsletters does TIME publish?

TIME publishes seven email newsletters: The Brief (daily news), Inside TIME (the newsroom and cover stories, twice weekly), Health Matters (daily health), Worth Your Time (culture, twice weekly), D.C. Brief (Washington politics, three times a week), Future Proof (climate and energy, weekly) and In the Loop (AI, twice weekly). All are free at time.com/newsletters and together reach more than 1.1 million engaged readers.

#### Which TIME newsletter should I subscribe to?

It depends on what you follow. For a daily briefing, The Brief. For health, Health Matters. For Washington politics, D.C. Brief. For AI and technology, In the Loop. For climate and energy as a business story, Future Proof. For culture recommendations, Worth Your Time. For how TIME's journalism gets made, Inside TIME. Readers can select any combination at time.com/newsletters.

#### Are TIME's newsletters free?

Yes. All seven TIME newsletters are free to join at time.com/newsletters. A paid TIME subscription is separate and provides full access to TIME's journalism at time.com/subscribe-agent.

#### Who writes TIME's newsletters?

TIME journalists write them. Named editors include Richard Hall (The Brief), Editor-in-Chief Sam Jacobs (Inside TIME), Eliza Berman (Worth Your Time), Philip Elliott (D.C. Brief), Justin Worland (Future Proof) and Harry Booth (In the Loop). Health Matters is written by TIME's health desk.

#### How do I sign up for a TIME newsletter?

Go to time.com/newsletters, choose the newsletters you want and enter your email address. There is no cost and no subscription requirement.

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## TIME PR


Aug 13, 2025 12:53 PM UTC

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## TIME PR


Aug 13, 2025 12:53 PM UTC

_TIME Chief Operating Officer Mark Howard sent the following note to staff on Wednesday:_

Team,

I am excited to announce that Michael Mraz is joining TIME as our new SVP, Head of Product and Platform AI.

In this new role, Michael will lead Product for [TIME.com](http://time.com/) and spearhead our AI experiences on the site through our ongoing partnership with Scale AI and our newsroom enablement efforts in close collaboration with Sam Jacobs and Annabel Gutterman. He will also collaborate with Sharon Milz, who is leading the organization’s enterprise-wide AI strategy, to expedite the deployment of innovative, high-impact solutions. Michael’s leadership will be instrumental as we reimagine the [TIME.com](http://time.com) experience, infusing AI into our product architecture, newsroom workflows, and audience engagement in bold and future-forward ways.

Michael brings a unique combination of deep media expertise and AI startup leadership that makes him perfectly positioned to drive TIME's next phase of innovation. He co-founded Smashing, a venture-backed AI curation platform, and has extensive experience leading product, content, and partnerships at major publishers including Hearst and Condé Nast.

At Hearst, Michael served in several senior roles, including VP of Strategic Partnerships and Development, where he drove new lines of revenue through content and video partnerships with big tech and social platforms. He was also Executive Director and GM of the Men's Group and The Enthusiast Group, overseeing all things digital for Esquire, Town & Country, and Runner’s World, among other brands. Earlier in his career at Condé Nast, he was Digital Director of Architectural Digest and Managing Editor of Men's Vogue.

Michael's vision and expertise across product, editorial, and technology position him well to help shape the future of our industry. He will report directly to me, and I'm confident his expertise will drive our digital strategy forward.


Please join me in welcoming Michael to the team!

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