THE UAE TIME / Fact-check policyAccuracy begins
Accuracy begins
with verification.
We aim to assess sources carefully, verify important information and communicate uncertainty honestly.
How we assess information
Assess the source
Consider the source’s reliability, knowledge, relevance and relationship to the subject.
Cross-check claims
Compare important claims with reliable supporting information where reasonably possible.
Check the details
Names, dates, figures and statements deserve careful attention before publication.
Keep the context
Evidence should not be presented in a way that creates a misleading impression.
Explain uncertainty
Unconfirmed or disputed information should not be presented as established fact.
Review concerns
Material factual issues may lead to clarification or correction after appropriate review.
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