The Guardian has published a roundup of corrections and clarifications covering recent errors in print and online, including a misidentified film for actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw, casualty figures from the Battle of Antietam, and the codename of the Nagasaki bomb. These updates ensure accuracy and accountability in journalism.
Key Corrections in This Edition
The corrections address three main errors: an interview with Gugu Mbatha-Raw incorrectly stated a biopic was released; a description of the Battle of Antietam inflated casualty numbers; and a cocktail recipe misstated the amount of elderflower liqueur.
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Gugu Mbatha-Raw Biopic Error
An interview in Saturday’s pre-printed TV guide claimed Mbatha-Raw portrayed Mary Seacole in a biopic that was actually never released due to Covid production delays. The error occurred in print only.
Battle of Antietam Casualty Figures
An article about iconic US photos stated that 22,000 soldiers were killed in one day at the 1862 Battle of Antietam. In fact, that number was the total killed, wounded, or missing. Additionally, the bomb dropped on Nagasaki was codenamed Fat Man, not “Big Boy”.
Summer Spritz Recipe Mistake
A recipe for a summer spritz cocktail overstated the volume of elderflower liqueur: 235ml was printed instead of the correct 35ml. The error appeared in the Feast section.
| Error | Correction |
|---|---|
| Gugu Mbatha-Raw biopic was released | Film not released; production halted by Covid |
| 22,000 soldiers killed at Antietam | 22,000 killed, wounded, or missing |
| Nagasaki bomb codename “Big Boy” | Codename “Fat Man” |
| Summer spritz: 235ml elderflower liqueur | 35ml elderflower liqueur |
Other Recently Amended Articles
The corrections notice also mentions several other articles that were updated: a Pentagon watchdog story about civilian deaths, a passport power ranking, and an internet raccoon celebrity piece. Full details are available in the original correction.
- Pentagon quietly shut legally required program to prevent civilian deaths, watchdog finds
- Passport rankings – How powerful is your passport? Explore the global rankings
- Jimothy the raccoon – Who is Jimothy? Seven things you need to know about the internet’s favourite raccoon
Why Corrections Matter
Transparent corrections build trust with readers. The Guardian invites readers to report errors via email (guardian.readers@theguardian.com), post, or voicemail. Every correction is a chance to improve accuracy.
FAQ
How can I submit a correction to The Guardian?
You can email guardian.readers@theguardian.com, write to Readers’ editor, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU, or leave a voicemail on +44 (0) 20 3353 4736.
Are corrections published online only?
Some corrections appear in print only, others are updated online. This article includes both print-only and online corrections.
What happens after a correction is identified?
The editorial team reviews the issue, amends the article, and publishes a notice like this one to ensure transparency.
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