Editorial policy and how we use AI

Not what happened, but why it matters—and how it connects to our daily lives, to culture, history, and place. We want readers to leave with a slightly sharper view of their own. No sensationalism, no over-certainty; we leave room to think.

We use AI as a tool behind the scenes. It may help draft articles or organize source material.

But every published article is read, checked, rewritten where needed, and published on the responsibility of our human editors.

• What AI produces is only a draft. Nothing is published automatically.
• Editors verify the facts. Anything uncertain is removed before publication, or clearly noted.
• We do not rely on AI to generate article images; editors choose them.
• We do not depict or generate real people with AI without their permission.

(1) We start from a topic in the world or a question from the editors; (2) we decide the angle from ABC’s point of view; (3) we write a draft; (4) editors review and refine it; (5) we choose an image; (6) we publish. At every step, the final call is made by a person.

We get things wrong too. When we notice an error, we correct it—quietly, but surely. If you spot something, please let us know.

If you have questions or thoughts about our editorial policy or use of AI, please reach us through the contact link on the site.