However, it's important to note that:
* The concept of "periodical" is a bit vague. While "The Weekly News" is often cited as the first, there were earlier news pamphlets and broadsides that might be considered precursors.
* There are other contenders for the "first" periodical: Some argue that "The Coranto", a Dutch news publication, predates "The Weekly News".
Despite these nuances, "The Weekly News" is widely recognized as the first regularly published news periodical in England and a significant milestone in the history of journalism.