1. How CPC chooses stories
We prioritise topics that are useful, relevant and explainable for our audience. A story should add context, analysis, original reporting or a clearly identified point of view. We do not publish material only because it is trending.
2. Research standards
Writers are expected to understand the underlying subject before publication. Factual claims should be supported by reliable material such as official documents, primary sources, direct interviews, company statements, public records or credible reporting.
3. Source verification
We prefer primary sources whenever practical and distinguish verified facts from interpretation. Material from social media, screenshots or third-party summaries should not be treated as confirmed merely because it is widely shared.
4. Anonymous sources
Anonymous sourcing should be exceptional. When anonymity is necessary to protect a source, editors should understand the source's identity, access to the information and possible conflicts before relying on the material.
5. Opinion, analysis and reporting
News reporting, analysis and opinion are different forms of work. We aim to make that distinction clear in the article, headline, byline or surrounding context so readers can understand what they are reading.
6. Sponsored-content separation
Paid, sponsored and partner content must be clearly labelled. Payment does not convert advertising into independent editorial coverage, and commercial partners do not receive the right to secretly control CPC editorial conclusions.
7. Conflicts of interest
Contributors should disclose material financial, professional or personal relationships that could reasonably affect their coverage. When a conflict cannot be managed transparently, the contributor should not handle that story.
8. AI-assisted content
AI tools may assist with research organisation, transcription, brainstorming, formatting or drafting, but they are not a substitute for editorial responsibility. Material intended for publication must be reviewed by a human, factual claims must be checked, and invented sources, quotes or events are prohibited.
9. Article updates
Stories may be updated when new information becomes available. When a change materially affects the meaning, accuracy or context of an article, we aim to make the update transparent rather than silently rewriting the record.
10. Corrections
If we publish a material factual error, we should correct it promptly and clearly. Readers can report suspected errors by email. Correction requests are reviewed on the evidence, not on whether the correction is convenient for CPC or a subject of the story.
Report a correction11. Plagiarism and attribution
Plagiarism is not acceptable. Facts may be commonly reported, but another publisher's wording, reporting, images or original work must not be copied as if it were ours. Quotes, data and distinctive ideas should be attributed appropriately.
12. Editorial independence
CPC's editorial decisions should be made for readers, not advertisers, sponsors, political actors or business partners. Commercial relationships may fund the publication, but they should not be hidden inside supposedly independent reporting.
Questions about our standards
For questions about sourcing, corrections, conflicts or our use of AI, contact the editorial team at the address below.
support@chat-pe-charcha.online