Times New Roman is a serif typeface designed in 1931 by Stanley Morison for the British newspaper The Times. It was created to improve the readability of printed text and has since become one of the most widely used fonts in both print and digital media. The font features distinct, thick and thin strokes, which enhance its legibility. Times New Roman is commonly used in academic papers, business documents, and books due to its classic appearance and professional look. It is often the default font in many word processing programs, making it easily accessible for users.