The New Yorker is an American magazine that publishes journalism, commentary, criticism, essays, fiction, satire, cartoons, and poetry. It was founded in 1925 and is headquartered in the United States. The magazine has a staff of approximately 1,270 employees. The New Yorker is known for its high-quality writing and its distinctive illustrations and cartoons. The magazine has won numerous awards, including the National Magazine Award for General Excellence 21 times.