What does our fact-checking process cover?
Morgenbericht verifies all factual claims in our published articles, including statistics, dates, names, quotes, and references to laws or reports. We do not verify opinion or analysis that is clearly labelled as such.
Every piece of content — from a short news brief to a long-form investigation — is checked against original sources before publication. Our fact-checking team, led by Helena Jäger (Ansvarig för faktagranskning), maintains a hierarchy of evidence: primary documents and official data rank highest, followed by reputable secondary sources, and then expert commentary. Claims that cannot be verified against reliable sources are flagged or removed. We also note when a source is unavailable or when a claim is unsubstantiated.
How do we treat rumours and unconfirmed claims?
Rumours, speculation, or unverified reports are clearly labelled as such, often with a note explaining why the information is included and what we are doing to verify it. We never present a rumour as fact.
When covering breaking stories, we may report that “according to unconfirmed reports …” but we always explain the context and our efforts to confirm. Once verified, we update the article and add a correction note. Our goal is to be transparent about what we know, what we don’t know, and what we are trying to find out. Readers can send tips or concerns to tips@morgenbericht.de.
Who oversees sensitive or high-impact fact-checks?
Our Standards Lead — the editor-in-chief Christian Busch — personally reviews articles that involve public figures, legal matters, financial markets, or topics prone to misinformation. He decides whether additional verification steps are needed.
For especially sensitive articles, such as those about elections, public health, or corporate scandals, two editors must approve the piece before publication. The fact-checking team also performs a separate source audit. This layered review ensures that errors are caught before they reach readers and that our editorial standards — outlined in our Editorial Policy — are upheld.
How can readers report a potential error?
Readers can email factcheck@morgenbericht.de with any concern about a factual claim. We respond to every report within two business days and investigate promptly.
When we receive a report, the fact-checking team logs it, reviews the relevant sources, and determines whether a correction is needed. If an error is confirmed, we correct the article and publish a note under our Corrections Policy. We also thank the reader who reported it (unless they request anonymity). Reports that turn out to be unfounded are also documented so we can track patterns or persistent misunderstandings.
What you can expect from us
You can expect every article on Morgenbericht to be based on verifiable facts, clearly sourced, and free from spin. Our fact-checking process is independent of commercial interests and editorial pressure.
We publish our Sources & Standards page detailing the hierarchy of evidence we use. Our team of named writers, editors, and fact-checkers — listed on Our Team — are accountable for their work. We do not use anonymous bylines. If a source is confidential, we explain why without compromising the trustworthiness of the piece. Adherence to this policy is reviewed quarterly by the editor-in-chief.
Questions or concerns?
If you have a question about our fact-checking process or want to challenge a specific claim, email factcheck@morgenbericht.de. For general feedback, use info@morgenbericht.de. Our Complaints Procedure also explains how we handle formal disputes.
You can also write to Helena Jäger directly at emma.sandberg@morgenbericht.de or call +46 8 525 030 66. We take every query seriously and aim to respond within one business day. For more about how we operate, see our Editorial Policy and Our Team.