NYT offline

Connecting to Wifi is the first part and then getting connected to the Internet is the second

1. If you connect to Wifi, doesn't necessarily mean you are connected to the internet. If you are not connected to wifi could be a problem with iPhone settings or Router/Modem Settings
2. If you are not connected to the internet is the sole issue of Router / Modem Settings. Contact your ISP immediately

Check your WiFi Router / Modem for --> Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points ...

For your Internet connection.

• Over Cellular: contact your Carrier (Cellular Service Provider). The agency who issued the SIM to you
• Over WiFI: Contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider), the agency who provided the Internet Service on your Modem/Router to you

However --> Connect iPhone to the Internet - Apple Support

No VPN.

Are you using a VPN connection?

I think the OP was not very clear with his issue. Anyway, mine (and I’m guessing his) is: I am connected to my home Wi-Fi and the internet. I can do new Google searches, get the latest online news, get email, etc.

However, the NYT app frequently (several times per day) tells me my device is offline (it says last uploaded about 20-60 minutes ago), and won’t load the latest articles. Closing the app sometimes helps, rebooting the phone sometimes helps, but for both of these, usually not. I use numerous and apps and websites - NYT is the only one that gives this problem.