Last updated: June 28, 2025
The mission of 1Take is rooted in a firs commitment to journalistic excellence. We adhere to guiding principles that ensure our reporting remains accurate, fair, and worthy of public trust.
- Accuracy and Fact-Checking: We take every measure to report facts with precision. Whether it’s a quote, statistic, or other factual detail, each element is rigorously verified before publication. Should errors occur, we act promptly and openly to address them.
- Independence: Editorial independence is a cornerstone of our work. We resist external pressures or influences, ensuring that our decisions are driven solely by public interest and journalistic ethics.
- Impartiality and Fairness: Our reporting strives for neutrality, free from bias towards any political affiliations, ideologies, or individuals. We aim to provide balanced coverage that reflects diverse perspectives, empowering our audience to form well-rounded views.
- Transparency: We are open about how we operate and make editorial choices. Any potential conflicts of interest are disclosed, and, where appropriate, we cite our sources—unless doing so might endanger their safety.
- Accountability: Accountability to our audience is central to what we do. We welcome feedback and provide clear avenues for readers to share concerns or raise issues about our coverage.
- Respect for Privacy: We carefully weigh the public’s right to know against any potential harm or discomfort caused by our reporting. Sensitive details, especially regarding crime victims or vulnerable individuals, are disclosed only when there is an overriding public interest.
- Integrity: We maintain the highest ethical standards, refusing gifts, favors, or any perks that could compromise our objectivity. We avoid external activities that might erode our credibility or impartiality.
- Public Interest: We prioritize stories of vital significance to our audience, covering topics that impact safety, health, financial stability, and civic responsibilities.
By firmly upholding these principles, we ensure that our website remains a trusted, reliable source of news and information.