Terms of Use - The Western News

Last Updated: July 16, 2025

1. Definitions and Introduction

1.1 Definitions

The Site: The website www.thewestern.news and all its related subdomains.
The Company / We / Us: The owners of the website www.thewestern.news.
The User / You / Your: Any person or entity using the Site.
Content: All information, text, images, video, audio, graphics, and other materials available on the Site.
Financial Content: Information, data, analyses, and evaluations on economic and financial topics.
Services: All services offered on the Site, including content, interactive tools, and functionality.

1.2 Agreement to Terms

Using the Site constitutes full and unconditional acceptance of these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not use the Site. Continued use of the Site after the terms have been updated constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

1.3 Legal Capacity

The use of the Site is intended for people over the age of 18 or minors with parental consent. You declare that you have the necessary legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

2. Scope of Services

2.1 General Description

The Site provides news, journalistic, informational, and entertainment content on various topics, including but not limited to: News and current affairs, Economic and financial content, Content created or edited using artificial intelligence, Analyses and opinions, Guides and explanations, and Multimedia content.

2.2 Service Availability

We strive to maintain 24/7 site availability but do not guarantee it. The Site may be unavailable from time to time due to maintenance, technical updates, malfunctions, or circumstances beyond our control.

2.3 Content Updates

The content on the Site is updated regularly. We do not commit to updating existing content or providing notifications of content changes.

3. Permitted and Prohibited Use

3.1 Permitted Use

You may read and view content for personal use only, share links to pages on the Site, and print or save pages for personal, non-commercial use.

3.2 Prohibited Use

You may not use content for commercial purposes, copy or reproduce content without permission, use automated tools for content scraping, harm the Site's operation, upload harmful content, impersonate another party, infringe on copyrights, or cause excessive load on the servers.

3.3 User Content

If the Site allows users to upload content, you are solely responsible for it. You declare that you have all necessary rights to the content and grant us a license to use the content you have uploaded. We reserve the right to remove user content at our discretion.

4. Limitation of Liability - General Content

4.1 Responsibility for Content

The content on the Site is provided "as is" and "as available." We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content. Use of the content is at your sole risk.

4.2 Reliance on Content

Any reliance on the content on the Site is at your personal risk. We are not liable for any damage resulting from reliance on the content.

4.3 Third-Party Content

The Site may include content or links from third parties. We are not responsible for this content and do not endorse or guarantee its accuracy.

4.4 Errors and Mistakes

The content may contain errors, inaccuracies, or omissions. We do not commit to correcting errors or updating outdated information.

5. Specific Limitation of Liability - Economic and Financial Content

5.1 Nature of Economic Content

The economic and financial content on the Site is for informational purposes only and includes economic analyses, reports on financial markets, and information on companies and securities.

5.2 Important Warnings

The economic content does not constitute investment or financial advice, is not a recommendation to buy or sell securities, may be inaccurate or outdated, and does not take your personal circumstances into account.

5.3 Financial Risks

You acknowledge that investments involve risk, financial markets are volatile, and past results do not guarantee future results.

5.4 No Financial Liability

We are not liable for any financial losses or investment decisions resulting from reliance on the content on the Site.

5.5 Independent Research

It is highly recommended not to base financial decisions solely on the information on the Site. You should conduct independent research and consult with qualified financial advisors.

6. General Limitation of Liability

6.1 Disclaimer

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any damage resulting from:

Use of the Site or inability to use it.
Technical malfunctions or service downtime.
Loss of information or data.
Security breaches.
Actions of third parties.
Content uploaded by users.
Links to external websites.

6.2 Types of Damages

In particular, we are not liable for the following damages:

Indirect or consequential damages.
Loss of profits or income.
Damage to reputation or goodwill.
Loss of business opportunities.
Costs of alternative services.
Mental or emotional distress.

6.3 Limitation of Damages

In the event that liability is found, the total compensation will not exceed $25 USD or the amount you paid for the service in the last two months, whichever is lower.

7. Copyright and Intellectual Property

7.1 Ownership of Content

All content on the Site, including text, images, design, code, and logo, is protected by copyright and belongs to us or our licensors.

7.2 Limited Use License

We grant you a limited, personal, and non-transferable license to view the content for personal and non-commercial use only.

7.3 Protection of Rights

We do not permit the copying, reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of content without explicit permission. Copyright infringement will result in legal action.

7.4 User Content

If you upload content to the Site, you grant us a worldwide, unrestricted, and royalty-free license to use that content.

7.5 Infringement Notices

In case of suspected copyright infringement, please contact us with full details and proof of ownership.

8. Privacy and Cookies

8.1 Information Collection

We may collect information about the use of the Site as described in our Privacy Policy.

8.2 Cookies

The Site uses cookies to improve the experience, track traffic, and for analytical tools. Continued use constitutes consent to the use of cookies.

8.3 Third Parties

The Site may include third-party tools (such as Google Analytics) that collect information according to their policies.

8.4 Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect information, but we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Changes and Updates

9.1 Changing Terms

We reserve the right to change these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will take effect immediately upon their publication on the Site.

9.2 Notification of Changes

We will endeavor to notify you of significant changes, but this is not a commitment. It is your responsibility to periodically check the Terms of Use.

9.3 Continued Use

Continued use of the Site after the terms have been changed constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

10. Service and Account Termination

10.1 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to disable the service, delete content, or block users at any time and without prior notice.

10.2 Termination by You

You can stop using the Site at any time. The Terms of Use will continue to apply to previous use.

10.3 Consequences of Termination

Upon termination of the service, all licenses granted to you will be canceled, and you must cease all use of the content.

11. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction

11.1 United States Law

These Terms of Use are subject to and shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the United States.

11.2 Jurisdiction

The courts of the United States shall have sole and exclusive jurisdiction over any matter relating to these Terms of Use.

11.3 Mediation and Arbitration

In case of a dispute, we will prefer a resolution through mediation before resorting to a court.

12. Additional Terms

12.1 Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions will continue to apply in full.

12.2 Waiver

A waiver of a right on a particular occasion will not constitute a general waiver of that right.

12.3 Binding Force

These Terms of Use constitute a binding and valid agreement between you and the Company.

12.4 Assignment of Rights

You may not assign your rights or obligations under these terms. We may assign our rights to any third party.

13. Further Restrictions

13.1 Use by Minors

If you are under 18, use of the Site is permitted only with the consent of your parents or guardian.

13.2 Geographic Restrictions

The service is intended primarily for residents of the United States. We do not guarantee that the content will be available or legal in other countries.

13.3 Accessibility

We strive to make the Site accessible to all users, but we do not guarantee full support for all accessibility technologies.

13.4 Technical Support

We do not commit to providing technical support or customer service, but we will endeavor to assist in reasonable cases.

14. Security and Data Protection

14.1 User Responsibility

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your access details (if any) and for all your account activity.

14.2 Reporting Security Issues

If you discover a security vulnerability on the Site, you must report it to us immediately and not exploit it.

14.3 Data Backup

We do not commit to backing up information or content, and loss of information is your responsibility.

15. Special Provisions for Medical and Health Content

15.1 Disclaimer of Medical Liability

If the Site includes medical or health content:

The content is for general information purposes only.
It does not constitute medical advice or a professional opinion.
It is not a substitute for consulting a doctor or a medical professional.
We are not liable for any damage resulting from reliance on medical information.

15.2 Referral to a Doctor

Any medical decision must be made in consultation with a qualified doctor. In a medical emergency, you should immediately contact emergency services.

16. Tracking and Analytics

16.1 Measurement Tools

The Site uses tracking and analytics tools to improve the service and understand user behavior.

16.2 Usage Data

We may collect data on usage patterns, preferences, and activity on the Site for statistical purposes.

16.3 Anonymous Information

Aggregated information will be anonymous and will not be personally identified with you, except in cases where required by law.

17. Advertisements and Sponsored Content

17.1 Advertising Content

The Site may include advertisements or sponsored content. We are not responsible for the content of the advertisements or the products advertised.

17.2 Responsibility for Advertisements

Any transaction with advertisers or suppliers is between you and them only. We are not liable for any damage resulting from such transactions.

17.3 Content Distinction

We will endeavor to mark sponsored or advertising content, but we do not commit to doing so in every case.

18. Claims and Disputes

18.1 Notice of Claims

Any claim against us must be filed within one year of the event that caused the damage.

18.2 Dispute Resolution

We will prefer to resolve disputes through direct negotiation or mediation before resorting to court.

18.3 Limitation of Class Actions

You waive the right to file a class action or join a class action against us.

19. Final Terms

19.1 Validity of Terms

These Terms of Use will remain in effect as long as the Site is active and available to the public.

19.2 Validity after Closure

Some of the terms (such as copyrights and limitation of liability) will continue to apply even after the Site is closed.

19.3 Notification of Closure

If we decide to close the Site, we will endeavor to give reasonable advance notice.