We cannot produce a publication-ready news article because no source material was supplied. Creating accurate, original reporting requires a verifiable source — such as the original article text, a link to the published piece, or a clear source summary. Without that material, we cannot meet basic editorial standards for accuracy, attribution, and fact-checking.
Why a source is essential
News articles must be based on verifiable information. A named source, original article, or link enables editors to confirm facts, attribute statements correctly, and avoid misreporting. Relying on memory, inference, or unspecified input would risk inventing claims or misrepresenting events, which we do not do.
When source material is missing, we cannot:
- Verify facts and claims in the story.
- Quote or accurately summarize the original reporting.
- Provide correct attribution to the original publisher or author.
- Ensure the piece meets legal and ethical standards for news publishing.
What we need from you
To produce a publication-ready article, please supply one of the following:
- The full text of the original article to be summarized or adapted.
- A direct URL to the original published piece.
- A clear source summary that includes the main facts, quotes, and any relevant dates or figures.
Additionally, include any of the following if available:
- Source name and author.
- Publication date and original URL.
- Any embargo or reuse restrictions imposed by the original publisher.
- Preferred angle, headline suggestions, or required metadata.
How to prepare source material for submission
If you have the original article, paste the full text or provide a link. If you only have a summary, please ensure it captures key facts, exact quotes you want included, and identifies the original publisher. Avoid paraphrasing essential facts if you are unsure — include the exact wording or link so we can verify.
When submitting a URL, confirm the link is publicly accessible and not behind a paywall or login. If the content is paywalled and you have permission to republish, include the permission details. If there are images or multimedia you want used, provide those files or links and confirm copyright or reuse permissions.
Editorial standards and checklist
Our editorial process follows a strict checklist to ensure accuracy and clarity. Before we can draft an article, the submission must include:
- A verifiable source (text or URL).
- Clear permission to summarize or republish, if required.
- Any necessary context that must be preserved (e.g., corrections, follow-ups, or clarifications from the original publisher).
- Preferred metadata: headline ideas, excerpt, SEO title, meta description, and focus keyword, if you have them. We can draft these, but they should be aligned with the source material.
Supplying these items allows us to create a faithful, concise article that adheres to legal and journalistic norms. It also speeds up the editorial workflow and reduces back-and-forth clarification.
Next steps
To proceed, please provide the missing source material in one of the formats listed above. Once we receive a verifiable source, we will produce a publication-ready article that follows the requested metadata structure and editorial guidelines. If you need help preparing the submission, indicate what you have (for example, a headline, a short summary, or a URL) and we will advise on the minimum additional information required.
If you prefer, include any constraints or preferences for tone, length, or target audience. We will use the supplied source and your guidance to craft an accurate, well-sourced article suitable for publication.
Until a verifiable source is provided, we cannot draft or publish a news article. Please supply the original material and any related metadata so we can proceed.
Source: WSJ