Verify a public claim before publishing

A claim-led newsroom workflow that separates discovery, original-source checks, media context and supported conclusions.

32 seconds. Silent explainer with on-screen text and English captions.

Video transcript

1. Write the claim. Define exactly what needs verification and the public evidence that could support it.
2. Find the source. Use indexed search, archives or profile leads to locate original material.
3. Check date and context. Compare the source, capture date and media context. Reused content can describe another event.
4. Separate fact and inference. Keep source URLs and limitations. Publish only the conclusion your evidence supports.

Put the workflow into practice

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