Last updated: 01/01/2024
At News Tension, accessible from https://newstension.com, our mission is to deliver accurate, fair, and balanced news coverage to our readers. This Editorial Policy outlines our standards and principles to ensure the integrity and quality of our journalism.
1. Editorial Independence
News Tension maintains editorial independence from external influences, advertisers, and sponsors. Our editorial decisions are made without interference, based on our commitment to journalistic standards and the public interest.
2. Accuracy and Fact-Checking
We strive for accuracy in all our reporting. Our editorial team fact-checks content and verifies information from multiple sources before publication. If an error is found after publication, we correct it promptly and clearly disclose the changes made.
3. Fairness and Impartiality
We aim to present news and analysis in a balanced and impartial manner. Our coverage includes diverse perspectives and gives all relevant viewpoints an opportunity to be heard. We do not favor any political, corporate, or special interest groups.
4. Sources and Attribution
We uphold transparency in our sourcing. Whenever possible, we attribute information to named sources. When anonymity is granted, we ensure that it is for legitimate reasons (e.g., protection of sources) and disclose as much context as possible to maintain transparency.
5. Corrections and Updates
When a significant factual error is identified, we update the article and include a correction notice. Minor updates (e.g., grammar corrections) are made without formal notice, while significant updates are disclosed in an “Editor’s Note” section.
6. Opinion and Analysis
Opinion and analysis pieces are clearly labeled to distinguish them from news reporting. Contributors to our opinion section express their personal views, which do not necessarily reflect the stance of News Tension.
7. Editorial Integrity and Conflicts of Interest
Our editors and writers adhere to strict ethical standards to avoid conflicts of interest. Staff members are required to disclose any potential conflicts and must not engage in activities that could compromise their independence. Editorial content is not influenced by advertisers, and we do not accept payment for editorial coverage.
8. User-Generated Content and Comments
News Tension encourages reader engagement through comments and user-generated content. We moderate user submissions to maintain a respectful and constructive environment. Offensive, defamatory, or spam content will be removed, and repeat offenders may be banned from participation.
9. Sponsored Content and Advertising
We clearly distinguish sponsored content and advertising from editorial content. Sponsored articles are labeled as such, and any promotional material is identified to avoid confusion. Advertisers do not influence our editorial decisions.
10. Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our reporting. Our content reflects a broad range of voices, experiences, and perspectives. We make every effort to represent different communities fairly and accurately.
11. Plagiarism Policy
Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. All content published on News Tension is original or properly sourced and credited. We review all submitted materials for originality and copyright compliance.
12. Editorial Review Process
Articles undergo a thorough editorial review before publication. This process includes fact-checking, stylistic editing, and content review to ensure our standards are met. Any significant changes made after publication are clearly communicated to readers.
13. Feedback and Complaints
We value feedback from our readers and take complaints seriously. If you have concerns about any of our content or wish to suggest corrections, please contact our editorial team at editor@newstension.com. We aim to address all concerns promptly and transparently.
14. Contact Information
For any questions regarding this Editorial Policy or our editorial practices, please contact:
Email: editor@newstension.com