Last updated: October 9, 2026
Nexgen Headlines checks facts before a story is published and again when a story changes. This page explains how. It is part of our Editorial Policy.
What we check
- Names, titles and spellings of people, companies, places and agencies.
- Numbers: dollar amounts, dates, deadlines, percentages, statistics and prices.
- Quotes: every quote is matched to its original source, such as a statement, transcript, filing or recording.
- Claims: any claim of fact is traced to a primary source or to a named, credible news organization.
- Images: photos are checked for license and context, and captions say when a picture is a file photo.
Sources we rely on
We prefer primary sources: official statements, government websites and data (for example IRS, SSA, FDA, CPSC and other federal agencies), court documents, company filings and press releases, and direct interviews. When we use another outlet’s reporting, we name and link to it. We do not present rumors, anonymous social media posts or unverified claims as fact; if something is unconfirmed, the article says so.
Money, benefits and recall stories
Stories about payments, taxes, benefits, deals and product recalls can affect readers’ decisions, so we link to the official page (such as the agency or company notice) and give the date the information was checked. Amounts and eligibility rules are copied from the official source, not from secondary reports.
Developing stories
Breaking news can change quickly. We add what is confirmed, label what is not, and update the article and its “updated” date as new facts come in.
Use of AI tools
AI tools may help with research or drafting, but a person checks every fact, number and quote against sources before publication. AI output is never treated as a source.
Report a possible error
If you think something we published is wrong, please tell us through our Contact page with the article link and the detail to review. See our Corrections Policy for how we fix mistakes.
