Gray Lady

"Gray Lady" is a nickname for The New York Times, a prominent American newspaper. The nickname originates from the paper's traditional gray-colored newsprint and its longstanding reputation for serious, reliable journalism. It reflects the paper's history of providing in-depth news coverage, quality reporting, and influence in shaping public discourse. The term is used affectionately and respectfully, acknowledging the paper’s professionalism and its role as a major news authority.