Corrections Policy
How we identify, review, and publicly correct factual errors.
Last reviewed: May 2026
Commitment to Accuracy
The World Standard is committed to publishing accurate information. Despite careful editorial review and verification, errors occasionally occur. When factual errors are discovered, we correct them promptly and transparently.
Types of Corrections
We distinguish between different types of changes to articles:
Correction
A factual error that changes the meaning or accuracy of reporting. Corrections are always published with a notice at the bottom of the article or in a separate corrections section.
Clarification
Additional context or information that clarifies something in an article without indicating an error was made. May be published as a separate editor's note or update.
Update
New information that adds to an article (such as a statement from a source responding to the article). Updates are clearly dated and identified.
Editor's Note
A note from editors providing context about reporting methods, sources, or other editorial decisions relevant to understanding the article.
How Corrections Are Reviewed
- 1.Submission: A reader or internal staff member reports a potential error.
- 2.Review: The reporting editor and supervising editor review the claim and original sources.
- 3.Verification: The error is verified against the article and original reporting materials.
- 4.Publication: If verified, a correction is published and added to the article.
- 5.Timestamping: The article's update timestamp is modified to reflect the correction.
How to Report an Error
If you believe you've found a factual error in an article, please report it to us:
corrections@worldstandardnews.com
To help us review your claim efficiently, please include:
- •Article title and URL of the article in question
- •Publication date or date you accessed it
- •The specific text you believe is inaccurate
- •Why you believe it's inaccurate with supporting evidence or sources
- •Your contact information so we can follow up if needed
What Is Not a Correction
Not all disagreements with published reporting constitute factual errors:
- •Opinion or analysis: Disagreement with an author's interpretation, opinion, or conclusions is not a factual error.
- •Incomplete reporting: If an article doesn't mention a particular fact or perspective, that is not necessarily an error.
- •Outdated information: Information that was accurate when published but has since changed may require an update rather than a correction.
- •Nuance or tone: We consider factual accuracy, not disagreement with how a story is framed or characterized.
How Corrections Are Published
Corrections are published prominently and remain visible with the original article:
- •A correction notice appears at the bottom of the article or in a dedicated corrections section.
- •The correction clearly identifies what was incorrect and what the correct information is.
- •The article's update time is changed to reflect when the correction was made.
- •Major corrections may be noted in article headlines or summaries where appropriate.