Effective Date: February 24, 2026
1. Our Mission
The mission of The US News Desk is to provide rigorous reporting, insightful analysis, and responsible speculation on UAP (Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena) disclosure, exobiology, and high-concept scientific theories. We strive to bring “the frontiers of the unknown” into the public light using established journalistic standards.
2. Categorization of Content
To ensure transparency, we clearly distinguish between different types of content:
- Reported News: Articles based on declassified documents, official government briefings, or verified sensor data.
- Opinion & Analysis: Expert commentary on current events in the aerospace and defense sectors.
- Hypothetical Theory: Creative explorations of “What If” scenarios (e.g., The Silurian Hypothesis). These are philosophical exercises and are clearly labeled to prevent confusion with established facts.
3. Fact-Checking & Verification Standards
Accuracy is our primary objective. Our verification process includes:
- Triangulation: We seek to confirm technical data through multiple sensor sources (e.g., correlating radar logs with sonar or infrared telemetry).
- Primary Sourcing: Whenever possible, we link directly to original government PDFs, academic papers, or raw data files.
- Expert Consultation: We consult with professionals in aerospace engineering, astrophysics, and former intelligence personnel to provide context to complex datasets.
4. AI Disclosure & Ethics (2026 Standards)
In accordance with modern digital ethics, we disclose our use of Artificial Intelligence:
- Human-in-the-Loop: Every article on The US News Desk is reviewed, edited, and fact-checked by a human editor.
- AI as a Tool: We may use AI to assist in summarizing dense legislative documents, cleaning up audio/visual artifacts in footage, or generating representative imagery.
- Anti-Fabrication: We never use AI to fabricate quotes, events, or “leaked” documents. Our reporting remains grounded in human-verified reality.
5. Sourcing & Confidentiality
- Anonymous Sources: We only use anonymous sources when the information is of significant public interest and the source faces personal or professional risk. We require internal verification of the source’s identity before publication.
- Attribution: We provide clear citations for all third-party reporting.
6. Corrections & Updates
In the fast-moving field of UAP disclosure, new data often renders old reports obsolete.
- Prompt Corrections: If a factual error is identified, we will correct it immediately and include a “Correction” note at the bottom of the article.
- Evergreen Updates: We periodically update “Deep Theory” and “Exobiology” articles to reflect the latest scientific discoveries.
7. Editorial Independence
The US News Desk maintains strict editorial independence. Our reporting is not influenced by advertisers, government entities, or private aerospace contractors. Any “Sponsored Content” will be clearly and boldly labeled.