ORRECTIONS POLICY (Google News Ready)
Last Updated: 30.1.2024
At LiveWorldUpdates.com, accuracy and transparency are core principles.
This Corrections Policy outlines how we handle errors, updates, and revisions in our published content — fully compliant with Google News standards.
1. Commitment to Accuracy
Our editorial team strives to ensure that all articles are factual, verified, and reliable before publication.
However, if mistakes occur, we correct them promptly and transparently.
2. Types of Corrections
A. Minor Corrections
Small updates such as:
- grammar fixes
- spelling adjustments
- formatting
Handled silently without a correction note.
B. Substantive Corrections
Corrections that change the meaning or factual accuracy of the article.
Example:
- incorrect names
- wrong dates
- misreported statistics
- misattributed quotes
For these, we add a Correction Notice at the bottom of the article:
“Correction: This article was updated on [date] to correct inaccurate information regarding [brief explanation].”
C. Major Revisions or Updates
If new facts significantly change the story, we publish an “Update Notice”:
“Update: Additional information became available on [date] and this article has been updated to reflect these new developments.”
3. How We Handle Reported Errors
If a reader or source notifies us about a potential error:
- we review it immediately
- verify facts
- update the article if needed
Readers can report errors to:
📧 editor@liveworldupdates.com
4. Transparency in Changes
We never delete articles to cover up mistakes.
Corrections are always noted clearly.
5. Legal & Ethical Standards
We follow international journalistic standards, GDPR, and Google News Publisher guidelines.
6. Policy Review
This policy is reviewed annually and updated when necessary.