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How to Cite a Newspaper Article in Vancouver (ICMJE)

Learn how to cite print and online newspaper articles in Vancouver format (ICMJE). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

Vancouver Reference List Format

Here is the standard Vancouver format for citing a newspaper article in your reference list:

Author AA. Title of article. Newspaper Name. Year Mon Day;Sect. #:col. #.

Vancouver Example for a Newspaper Article

A complete Vancouver reference for a newspaper article, formatted by the official Vancouver CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

1. Novak P. Universities rethink the reading list. The Daily Register [Internet]. 2024 Sep 3;A4. Available from: https://www.example.org/reading-list

Matching in-text citation: (1)

Vancouver In-Text Citation

Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:

Parenthetical

(1)

Narrative

Smith (1) reported...

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your newspaper article.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the Vancouver (ICMJE) template shown above.
  3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
  4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match Vancouver requirements.

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