Editorial policy

Our aim is to make each piece clear, proportionate and useful in ordinary life. We separate general suggestions from facts, avoid presenting personal preferences as universal rules, and welcome careful correction when something is wrong.

Accuracy and clarity

We check factual statements against suitable sources before publication and use precise wording when a point is uncertain or varies by context. Articles should explain their scope and avoid unsupported numbers, invented quotations or claims that a routine works for everyone. Suggestions are not a substitute for professional guidance where that is needed.

Independence and partnerships

Editorial decisions are made for reader relevance, not as a condition of a commercial arrangement. Any paid, gifted or partner material is clearly labelled where it appears, and commercial placements are kept distinct from independent editorial coverage. We do not imply that a partner endorses an editorial conclusion.

Corrections and updates

Readers can use the Contact page to flag a possible error, with the article and the detail in question. We review credible reports, correct confirmed mistakes and make the change clear when it materially affects meaning. If an article is updated for clarity or context, we aim to distinguish that from a correction.

Images and illustrations

Images are chosen to support the subject and should not mislead readers about what happened. Some illustrations may be AI-generated; when used, they are treated as illustrations rather than documentary evidence and labelled accordingly.