Website Disclaimers

General Information and Editorial Purpose

The website https://lumenstories.org (the “Website”) is currently owned and operated by Mr. Vino Chen Kong Wong (“Website Operator”, “we”, “us” or “our”) under the Lumen Stories publication name. Lumen Stories is an independent slow-journalism digital publication featuring long-form editorial stories, photographic essays and multimedia documentary videos concerning crafts, culture, spaces and faith.

The Website Operator is in the process of establishing a company intended to be named Living Waters Collective Berhad (“LWC”). Following LWC’s incorporation and completion of the necessary transfer and assignment arrangements, LWC is intended to take over ownership and operation of the Website. Until any such transfer takes effect and this Disclaimer is updated, this Disclaimer applies to the Website as currently operated. This description records the intended arrangement only.

The Website and its content are provided for general information, journalism, cultural discussion and educational interest. Content reflects the editorial purpose and context of the relevant piece and is not intended to be a complete account of every subject or issue.

Accuracy, Completeness and Currency

We make reasonable efforts to prepare and publish content with care. However, information may be incomplete, subject to interpretation, based on sources available at the time of publication, or affected by subsequent developments. We do not warrant or guarantee that all content is accurate, complete, current or free from error.

Content may be updated, corrected, amended or removed without notice. Readers should independently verify material information before relying on it, particularly where the information may have practical, financial, legal, health, safety or other significant consequences.

No Professional Advice

Nothing on the Website constitutes legal, medical, financial, psychological, safety, religious or other professional advice tailored to your circumstances. References to faith, culture, places, people, practices or beliefs are provided in an editorial context and should not be treated as a substitute for advice from an appropriately qualified or suitable source.

Opinions and Editorial Content

Views expressed in articles, interviews, essays, photographs, videos or other content may be those of the relevant authors, interviewees, photographers, contributors or subjects and do not necessarily represent the views of ours or our representatives, agents, employees, partners or sponsors. The publication of an article or feature does not necessarily imply endorsement of every view or statement contained in it.

Photographs, Videos and Representation

Photographs, video footage, captions and other visual materials are presented for editorial, documentary or illustrative purposes. Editing, framing, selection, captions and sequencing may affect how a subject is presented. Unless expressly stated, visual content should not be taken as a complete record of all events or circumstances relating to a subject.

Third-Party Content and Contributor Materials

The Website may contain content contributed by commissioned photojournalists, guest writers, partner collaborators or other third parties. We seek to provide appropriate bylines and credits, but does not represent that it independently verifies every statement, opinion, image, claim or item of information supplied by each contributor.

The Website may also display third-party names, logos, acknowledgements, sponsorship references or partnership statements. These are included to identify or describe the relevant source, contribution or relationship. Unless expressly stated, they do not imply endorsement of all Website content by the third party concerned.

External Websites, Embedded Videos and Social Media

The Website may include links to external websites and social media platforms, social sharing links, and embedded video players provided by services such as YouTube and Vimeo. These are provided for convenience, reference or editorial context.

We do not control and is not responsible for the content, accuracy, availability, security, privacy practices, terms or policies of third-party websites or services. Accessing third-party content is at your own discretion and subject to the relevant provider’s terms and policies. A link, embed, logo or reference does not necessarily constitute endorsement.

Availability and Technical Issues

We do not guarantee that the Website or any content will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, compatible with every device or browser, or free from errors, viruses or other harmful components. You are responsible for using appropriate security measures when accessing the internet and the Website.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim liability for any loss or damage arising from or in connection with access to, use of, reliance on, or inability to use the Website or its content, including loss arising from errors, omissions, interruptions, technical failures, third-party websites or reliance on editorial material.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive loss, or loss of profits, revenue, opportunity, goodwill or data. Nothing in this Disclaimer excludes or limits any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited, or any rights that cannot lawfully be excluded.

Copyright and Permitted Use

Website content may be protected by copyright and other intellectual property rights. Unless permitted by applicable law or authorised by the relevant rights holder, you must not reproduce, republish, distribute, modify or commercially exploit any content of the Website. Contributor credits and bylines must be preserved where applicable. Further details are set out in the Website Terms of Use.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Disclaimer and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with it or the use of the Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Malaysia.

The courts of Malaysia shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with this Disclaimer or the Website.

Changes to This Disclaimer

We may amend this Disclaimer from time to time. The current version will be published on the Website with a revised effective date.