October 5, 2010

Bold Changes to GlobeandMail.com Home Page

Improvements to functionality and design

The Globe and Mail has unveiled a fresh look for the  globeandmail.com  home page, a re-launched online Life section (globeandmail.com/life) featuring more original video, new blogs and a host of improvements to functionality and navigation.

"Today, we're entering a new chapter in the long life of The Globe and Mail that begins with dramatically enhanced print and online products," said   Phillip Crawley, Publisher and CEO of The Globe and Mail. "We've invested in the strength of our brand and our content, and sent a signal to our readers and advertisers that The Globe is fully committed to excellence."

Significant enhancements to globeandmail.com include improved navigation and story-telling designed to deepen reader engagement with Globe journalism through video, analysis and innovative, interactive features.  The site also features an improved platform for online readers to discuss the stories of the day and share ideas with each other.

Globe Life is also expanding its online presence with new lifestyle content that reflects reader interests, passions and topics of concern in their personal lives. The Globe Life site includes new story and video content, blogs and a depth of material on topics including health, fitness, travel, food and wine.