Splinter Blog, an online news and opinion blog, closed its doors on October 1st after 10 years of publishing. The blog’s contributors cited financial reasons for the closure.
According to The New York Times, Splinter Blog had been profitable in recent years, but the owners decided to shutter the blog in order to focus on their other businesses.
The blog published articles on a variety of topics, including politics, technology, and culture. Contributors included journalists, academics, and activists.
Some of the notable contributors include Ezra Klein, Amber Phillips, and Jamelle Bouie.
Splinter Blog’s closure is a significant loss for online news and opinion communities. The blog was known for its well-researched and thought-provoking coverage of politics and culture.
Its closure will likely leave a significant void in these communities.