Accountability
Corrections Policy
We get things right far more often than not — but when we don't, we fix it quickly and tell you we did.
How to report an error
If you believe something we've published is wrong, use the Corrections option on our contact page. Include the story headline or address, the exact passage at issue, the evidence supporting your request, and a way to reach you. Every substantive request is reviewed by an editor.
How we correct
Factual errors are corrected in the story itself. A substantive correction carries a dated note explaining the inaccurate information and what replaced it; the note appears where readers can readily find it.
Minor fixes that don't change the meaning — a typo, a clarification of wording — may be made without a formal note.
Updates vs. corrections
Developing stories evolve. New information added as events unfold is marked as an update, not a correction. A correction means we got something wrong.
Clarifications and editor’s notes
A clarification may be added when the original wording was accurate but incomplete or open to a reasonable misunderstanding. An editor’s note may explain a wider reporting or publication decision when context is necessary for trust.
Review and appeal
If you disagree with the outcome of a correction request, reply with additional evidence and ask for a senior editorial review. A different editor will reassess the published wording, the available record, and the original decision.