Editorial Policy
At 10Seconds News, we are committed to providing timely, accurate, responsible, and transparent news coverage.
Our editorial policy explains the principles that guide how we research, prepare, publish, and update our content.
1. Accuracy
Accuracy is one of our highest priorities.
We make reasonable efforts to verify important information before publication. For breaking news and developing stories, some details may not be immediately available or may change as authorities and reliable sources provide additional information.
When information is developing, we aim to clearly communicate what is confirmed and what remains unconfirmed.
2. Sources
We use a range of sources when researching news stories, including reputable news organizations, official government agencies, law enforcement agencies, emergency services, public statements, and other credible sources.
Where appropriate, we attribute information to the source from which it originated.
We do not knowingly present another organization’s reporting as our own original reporting.
3. Breaking News
Breaking news may develop rapidly.
Our initial reports may contain only confirmed information available at the time of publication. As additional reliable information becomes available, we may update the article.
Readers should understand that early reports may change as investigations continue.
4. Crime and Allegations
When reporting on criminal investigations or allegations, we aim to avoid presenting allegations as established facts.
Where relevant, we use terms such as “alleged,” “according to police,” “according to prosecutors,” or similar language to accurately describe the status of a case.
A person accused of a crime should not automatically be described as guilty unless there has been a lawful conviction or reliable official confirmation of the relevant legal outcome.
5. Casualties and Sensitive Events
We take care when reporting on deaths, injuries, accidents, disasters, and other sensitive events.
We avoid unnecessary graphic descriptions and imagery and aim to treat victims, families, and affected communities with dignity.
Information about casualties may be updated as authorities confirm additional details.
6. Use of Artificial Intelligence
10Seconds News may use artificial intelligence and other technology to assist with research, organization, summarization, editing, and content production.
AI-generated material is not automatically considered accurate. Content is subject to editorial review, verification, and human judgment before publication.
We do not intentionally publish fabricated facts, quotes, sources, or events.
7. Corrections
If we identify a significant factual error, we will review the matter and make an appropriate correction.
Readers can report possible errors by contacting us at:
newstenseconds@gmail.com
Please see our Corrections Policy for additional information.
8. Headlines
We aim to write headlines that are accurate and informative.
We may use engaging headlines to attract readers, but we do not intentionally create headlines that materially misrepresent the content of an article.
9. Images and Copyright
We aim to use images responsibly and lawfully.
Where possible, we use images that we own, have permission to use, are appropriately licensed, or are available for legitimate use.
We do not knowingly encourage copyright infringement.
10. Independence
Our editorial decisions are intended to be independent of advertising and commercial relationships.
Advertisers and sponsors do not automatically determine our editorial coverage.
Sponsored or paid content will be identified appropriately.
11. Updates
News stories may be updated when significant new information becomes available.
Where appropriate, we may indicate that an article has been updated.
12. Reader Feedback
We welcome feedback from our readers.
We may consider credible corrections, additional information, and relevant perspectives when reviewing our coverage.
Our goal is to provide useful and responsible news coverage while continuously improving our editorial standards.