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Components of Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations Attributable to Gannett Co., Inc. Before Income Taxes (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 25, 2011 | Dec. 26, 2010 | Dec. 27, 2009
Income Taxes [Line Items] |  |  |
Domestic | $ 530,660 | $ 729,485 | $ 484,316
Foreign | 80,888 | 81,856 | 58,492
Total | $ 611,548 | $ 811,341 | $ 542,808

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