Your comprehensive resource for understanding Aevum News' editorial standards, technical infrastructure, API capabilities, and organizational policies. Whether you're a journalist, developer, partner, or reader β this is your central hub.
Getting Started
Aevum News operates as a digital-first journalism platform with a distributed team of correspondents, editors, and analysts. This documentation covers every aspect of our operations, from editorial workflows to API access for partners.
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Quick Start Guide
Get up and running in under 10 minutes. Perfect for new team members and developers.
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Architecture
Understand our tech stack, infrastructure, and how content flows through the platform.
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API Reference
Full API documentation for integrating Aevum News content into your applications.
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Editorial Standards
Our editorial guidelines, fact-checking protocols, and verification procedures.
What You'll Learn
Editorial Process: How stories are sourced, written, fact-checked, and published
Technical Infrastructure: Our CMS, CDN, and real-time delivery systems
API & Integration: Access our content via REST API or WebSocket feeds
Team & Governance: Our organizational structure and editorial independence policies
Analytics: How we measure impact and engagement across platforms
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Who is this documentation for?
This documentation serves journalists, editors, developers, data partners, academic researchers, and anyone interested in how Aevum News operates. Navigate via the sidebar to find what you need.
About Aevum News
Aevum News is a globally distributed digital journalism platform founded in 2022. Our name derives from the Latin "aevum", meaning "age" or "eternity" β reflecting our commitment to journalism that endures beyond the 24-hour news cycle.
Our Mission
To deliver unfiltered, authoritative journalism that cuts through noise. We believe every story matters and every fact deserves rigorous verification. Our readers trust us not because we're the first to report, but because they know our reporting is always correct.
Key Principles
Principle
Description
Implementation
Independence
Editorial decisions are made solely by our editorial board
No corporate ownership; funded by readership
Transparency
All sources, corrections, and methodologies are public
Open correction policy, source attribution
Accuracy
Every fact is verified before publication
Multi-layer editorial review process
Balance
Multiple perspectives on every story
Diverse correspondent network across 120+ countries
Accountability
We stand behind every word we publish
Named authors, public corrections log
Our Reach
Correspondents in 120+ countries
25M+ monthly unique readers
50,000+ stories published annually
6 editorial offices across 4 continents
12 language editions
Editorial Guidelines
Our editorial guidelines form the backbone of every story we publish. They ensure consistency, accuracy, and fairness across all content produced by Aevum News.
Core Writing Standards
Inverted Pyramid: Most important information comes first
Active Voice: Prefer "The committee approved" over "Approval was given"
Attribution: Every claim must be attributed to a specific source
Neutral Tone: Avoid editorializing; let facts speak
Clarity: Write at an 8th-grade reading level minimum
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Common Pitfall: Unattributed Claims
Never write "research shows" or "experts agree" without naming the specific research or experts. Vague attribution undermines credibility.
Fact-Checking Protocol
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Primary Source Verification
Every factual claim must be traceable to a primary source: official documents, direct statements, raw data, or firsthand accounts.
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Corroboration
At least one independent secondary source must confirm the primary claim before publication.
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Editorial Review
A senior editor reviews the story specifically for factual accuracy, cross-referencing all claims against sources.
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Final Sign-off
The managing editor gives final approval. No story publishes without dual sign-off from field editor and managing editor.
API Access
Aevum News provides a comprehensive REST API that allows partners, developers, and data consumers to access our content programmatically. The API supports real-time story feeds, historical search, metadata, and analytics endpoints.
All API requests require authentication via Bearer token. Obtain your API key from the Developer Portal. Keys are tied to your account and should never be exposed client-side.
Get up and running with Aevum News in under 10 minutes. Whether you're a new team member, developer, or content partner, this guide walks you through the essentials.
For Developers
Step 1: Obtain API Credentials
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Create an Account
Visit the Aevum Developer Portal and sign up with your organizational email. Verify your email within 24 hours to activate API access.
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Generate API Key
Navigate to Settings β API Keys β Generate New Key. Choose your access level (Read-only, Read/Write, or Admin) and assign permissions.
Always store your API key in environment variables β never in source code. Aevum uses .env validation on deploy to prevent key leaks.
For Journalists & Editors
Step 1: Access the CMS
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Get Your Credentials
Contact your editorial manager to receive access to the Aevum CMS at cms.aevumnews.com. You'll receive SSO credentials linked to your organizational identity.
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Familiarize Yourself with the Dashboard
The dashboard shows your active stories, assigned beats, pending reviews, and editorial calendar. New users see an interactive tour on first login.
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Start Your First Story
Click + New Story in the sidebar. Fill in the headline, lead paragraph, and body. The editor auto-saves every 30 seconds. Use the built-in fact-check checklist before submitting for review.
For Content Partners
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Content Licensing
Aevum News offers syndication agreements for verified content. Visit our Partnership Portal to explore licensing options, attribution requirements, and revenue sharing models.
The definitive reference for all Aevum News journalists, editors, and contributors. Every story published under the Aevum News banner must adhere to these standards.
Standards of Accuracy
Source Hierarchy
Aevum News classifies sources into four tiers of reliability. Stories must meet the minimum tier for their category:
Tier
Source Type
Acceptable For
Status
Tier 1
Primary documents, official records, direct witness accounts
All story types
Required for breaking
Tier 2
Expert analysis, peer-reviewed research, data sets
Analysis, features, data stories
Standard
Tier 3
Verified eyewitness accounts, social media (corroborated)
Breaking news (with corroboration)
Conditional
Tier 4
Anonymous sources
Investigative only (requires editor approval)
Restricted
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Never use Tier 4 alone
Anonymous sources may never be the sole source of a claim. Every anonymous claim must be corroborated by at least one Tier 1 or Tier 2 source.
Corrections Policy
Aevum News maintains an open corrections policy. When errors are identified:
The error is verified by a different editor than the original author
The correction is published within 2 hours of verification
A correction notice appears at the top of the article and in the original publication
The correction log is maintained publicly on our Corrections Page
Significant corrections trigger an editorial board review of the process that allowed the error
Style Conventions
Numbers and Figures
Numbers 0β999: written as words (one, fifty, 999)
Numbers 1,000+: numerals (1,000, 15,000)
Currency: always use numerals with the currency symbol ($5 million, not five million dollars)
Percentages: numerals for 10%+ (12%), words for under 10% (eight percent)
Titles and Names
Use full title on first reference: President Xi Jinping
Use surname on subsequent references: Xi
Never use titles without names: write the president, not The President
Academic titles (Dr., Prof.) are used on first reference in expert commentary
Geographic References
First reference: full name + country (e.g., Paris, France)
Subsequent: city name only (Paris)
Use internationally recognized place names; note disputed territories with attribution
The Aevum News API provides programmatic access to our content, metadata, and analytics. Built on REST principles with WebSocket support for real-time delivery.
Base URL
HTTP
https://api.aevumnews.com/v2
Response Format
All API responses are returned as JSON with consistent envelope structure:
Aevum News operates across 4 regions (US-East, EU-West, Asia-Pacific, SA-East) with automatic failover. Average API latency: 45ms globally. Uptime SLA: 99.95%.
Correspondents submit story pitches through the CMS. Each pitch must include: headline proposal, source plan, estimated word count, and priority classification (Breaking, Developing, Feature).
2. Draft Stage
Assigned writer drafts the story in the collaborative editor. The editor auto-tracks source attribution completeness and flags any unattributed claims in real time.
3. Senior Editor Review
A senior editor reviews for: narrative structure, source balance, factual accuracy, and tone. They may request revisions or approve for fact-check.
4. Fact-Checking
A dedicated fact-checker independently verifies every claim against primary sources. Claims that cannot be verified are flagged and must be removed or re-attributed.
5. Copy Edit & Final Approval
Copy editor polishes language, checks style compliance, and ensures all names/titles are correct. Managing editor gives final sign-off.
6. Live Publication
Story is published to the website, API, and distribution channels simultaneously. Real-time analytics begin tracking engagement.
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Breaking News Override
For breaking news, stages 3β5 may be condensed. However, fact-check is never skipped β it runs in parallel with editing. Breaking stories are published with a [Breaking] tag and later updated as verification progresses.
Aevum News' multi-layer verification system ensures every published story meets our rigorous accuracy standards before going live.
Verification Layers
Layer1 β Automated Screening Active
ML-powered tools scan drafts for unattributed claims, factual inconsistencies, and potential plagiarism. Flags are reviewed by fact-checkers.
Layer2 β Source Validation Active
Each source is checked against our verified source database. New sources undergo independent background verification before being added.
Layer3 β Cross-Reference Check Active
Claims are cross-referenced against independent sources, official databases, and previously verified reporting.
Layer4 β Editorial Review Active
A senior editor with domain expertise in the story's subject area conducts a comprehensive review of arguments, context, and balance.
Layer5 β Managing Editor Sign-Off Required
Final gate before publication. The managing editor verifies all verification layers are complete and no critical issues remain.
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Verification Metrics (Q4 2024)
98.7% first-pass accuracy rate. Average verification time: 4.2 hours for standard stories, 1.8 hours for breaking news. 147 corrections published (0.3% of total output).
Aevum News is led by a diverse team of veteran journalists, technologists, and editorial leaders committed to truth-driven journalism.
Leadership
Name
Role
Background
Dr. Elena Vasquez
Editor-in-Chief
Former BBC Foreign Affairs Editor; 20 years in international journalism
Marcus Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Ex-Netflix engineering lead; built real-time systems at scale
Aisha Okonkwo
Head of Editorial Standards
Pulitzer Board member; established fact-checking protocols at The Guardian
David Kimura
Managing Editor
25 years at Reuters; specializes in developing correspondent networks
Sofia Ramirez
Director of Analytics
Ex-Google data science; pioneer in newsroom analytics
Editorial Board
The Aevum News Editorial Board comprises 12 senior journalists from across our global offices. The board meets weekly to set editorial priorities, review controversial stories, and ensure editorial independence is maintained at all times.
Board members are selected for their domain expertise, with coverage spanning geopolitics, technology, economics, science, culture, and human rights.
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Editorial Independence
Aevum News has no corporate owners. We are funded exclusively by reader subscriptions, grants, and ethical partnerships. Our editorial board has veto power over any potential commercial influence on content.
How Aevum News measures the impact, reach, and engagement of its content.
Key Metrics
Metric
Definition
Measurement
Verified Reads
Reads where >70% of content was viewed
Cookie + session tracking
Time-to-Read Ratio
Percentage of article read by visitor
Scroll depth analysis
Share Rate
Shares per 100 verified reads
Social API integration
Return Reader Rate
Percentage of readers who return within 7 days
Authenticated user tracking
Correction Impact
Reader response to published corrections
Engagement with correction notices
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Quarterly Report
A full analytics report is published quarterly and available to all subscribers. It includes trend analysis, regional breakdowns, and methodology documentation.
Aevum News API uses Bearer token authentication. All requests must include a valid API key in the Authorization header.
Obtaining an API Key
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Register at the Developer Portal
Visit developer.aevumnews.com and create an account using your work email.
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Verify Your Email
Check your inbox for a verification link. Click to confirm within 48 hours.
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Generate Your Key
Go to Settings β API Keys and click Generate New Key. Copy and store it securely.
cURL
# Include your API key in every requestcurl -X GEThttps://api.aevumnews.com/v2/stories \
-H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY_HERE"
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Security Notice
API keys are tied to your account and cannot be recovered if lost. Rotate keys periodically. Never expose keys in client-side code or public repositories. Revoked keys are immediately invalidated.
Aevum News governance framework, conflict of interest policies, and ethical guidelines for all team members and contributors.
Conflict of Interest Policy
All Aevum News personnel must disclose any potential conflicts of interest annually and immediately when new situations arise.
Required Disclosures Include:
Personal financial holdings in companies covered by their beat
Family relationships with subjects of reporting
Past employment with organizations relevant to current coverage
Political affiliations or activism related to beat topics
Gifts, travel, or accommodations from any source related to coverage
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Non-Disclosure Consequence
Failure to disclose a conflict of interest may result in immediate removal from the beat and potential termination. Aevum News maintains a zero-tolerance policy for undisclosed conflicts.
Data Privacy Policy
Aevum News complies with GDPR, CCPA, and all applicable data protection regulations. Reader data is handled per our published Privacy Policy.
Key Commitments:
No sale of reader data to third parties
Anonymous analytics only (no PII in analytics pipelines)
Aevum News is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all team members, contributors, and community participants.
Our Commitments
Respect: Treat every person with dignity regardless of role, background, or opinion
Inclusivity: Actively seek diverse perspectives in reporting, hiring, and leadership
Psychological Safety: No retaliation for raising concerns or reporting misconduct
Professional Boundaries: Maintain appropriate boundaries between professional and personal interactions
Reporting
Violations of this code can be reported through:
Your direct supervisor (if comfortable)
HR at hr@aevumnews.com
Anonymous hotline: +1-800-AEVUM-01
Independent ombuds: ombuds@aevumnews.com
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Response Timeline
All reports are acknowledged within 24 hours and investigated within 5 business days. The reporter receives updates throughout the process and a final resolution summary.
Webhooks are in beta. Contact your account manager or email api-support@aevumnews.com to enable webhook access. Each webhook requires a POST endpoint that returns 200 OK within 5 seconds.
Common questions about Aevum News operations, API access, editorial policies, and more.
General
What is Aevum News?
Aevum News is a globally distributed digital journalism platform founded in 2022, delivering authoritative, unbiased reporting from correspondents in 120+ countries. Our name reflects our commitment to journalism that endures beyond the daily news cycle.
How is Aevum News funded?
Aevum News is funded exclusively through reader subscriptions, ethical grants, and corporate partnerships that maintain full editorial independence. We have no corporate owners and our editorial board has veto power over any commercial influence.
How can I become a correspondent?
Interested correspondents should submit their credentials and portfolio through our Correspondent Application Portal. We review applications quarterly and prioritize journalists with demonstrated expertise in underrepresented regions and beats.
API & Technical
Is the Aevum News API free to use?
Yes. We offer a free tier with 100 requests/hour, a Partner tier with 10,000 requests/hour, and custom Enterprise plans. All tiers include full read access to our API. See our pricing page for details.
What programming languages do you support?
The Aevum News API is language-agnostic REST API β it works with any language that can make HTTP requests. We also provide official SDKs for Python, JavaScript/Node.js, and Go.
How do I report a bug in the API?
Report bugs via our GitHub Issues page or email api-support@aevumnews.com. Please include the request ID from the response headers in your report.
Editorial
How does Aevum News verify its reporting?
We use a five-layer verification system: automated screening, source validation, cross-reference checks, senior editorial review, and managing editor sign-off. Every factual claim must be attributed to a verifiable source.
How do I submit a correction or feedback?
You can submit corrections through our Corrections Page, via the API endpoint POST /v2/feedback, or by emailing corrections@aevumnews.com. All submissions are reviewed by our editorial team.
Can I republish Aevum News content?
Yes, under our Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0 license for non-commercial use. For commercial syndication, contact our Partnership Team. All republished content must include full attribution and a link to the original.