The Guardian has published a series of corrections and clarifications, addressing errors in recent reporting. The updates include a significant correction to the projected economic cost of climate breakdown from Oxfam research and a clarification regarding actor Sean Penn's awards season recognition.
Substantial Correction on Climate Economics
In a notable amendment, the newspaper has corrected a substantial error concerning research by the charity Oxfam. An article published on the 10th of January had incorrectly stated that the projected global economic cost of climate breakdown by 2050 was £44 trillion. The accurate figure from the Oxfam research is $44 trillion, which is approximately £32.7 billion. This correction is vital for understanding the scale of the financial impact predicted by the study, which featured in a report on carbon emissions inequality.
Golden Globes Clarification for Sean Penn
A separate clarification concerns the actor and filmmaker Sean Penn. A column on the 13th of January, reviewing the Golden Globes, stated that Penn was "not up for any Golden Globes." This was incorrect. In fact, Sean Penn was nominated for the award of Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the film 'One Battle After Another'. The Guardian has acknowledged this oversight in its awards coverage.
Other Recently Amended Articles
The regular corrections column also listed several other articles that have been recently updated. These include pieces covering a diverse range of topics, indicating the broad scope of the publication's review process. The amended articles featured subjects such as:
- The effects of sugar on the human body and how to avoid energy slumps.
- Zoe Saldaña's milestone as the highest-grossing actor of all time.
- A report on a hostel in Jamaica that supports vulnerable deportees from the US and UK.
- A review of the production 'Heated Rivalry'.
The newspaper has reiterated its commitment to editorial accuracy and provided clear channels for readers to raise concerns. Complaints and requests for corrections can be submitted via email to guardian.readers@theguardian.com. Alternatively, readers can write to the Readers' editor at Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU, or leave a voicemail on +44 (0) 20 3353 4736.
These corrections underscore the importance of precision in journalism, especially when reporting on critical issues like climate economics and cultural events. The Guardian's public corrections column remains a key tool for maintaining transparency and trust with its readership.
