Introduction
Welcome to Ancient Earth News ("we", "us", or "our"). By accessing or using the website at ancient-earth.co.za, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. These terms apply to all visitors, readers, and users of our informational blog. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.
Use of the Website
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and view the content published on Ancient Earth News for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written consent. Access to the website is provided "as is" and may be suspended or terminated at any time without notice.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content on this website, including articles, photographs, graphics, logos, and other materials, is the exclusive property of Ancient Earth News or its licensors and is protected under South African copyright law and international treaties. You may not use any content for commercial purposes without express written permission. The name "Ancient Earth News" and associated logos are trademarks of Keiran Marwood and may not be used without authorization.
User Responsibilities
As a user of this website, you agree to use it responsibly and lawfully. You must not attempt to interfere with the website’s operation, introduce malware, or engage in any activity that could disrupt or degrade its performance. You are solely responsible for your conduct while accessing this site.
Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Use the website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or data
- Scrape, crawl, or extract data from this site without permission
- Use automated tools to overload our servers or bandwidth
- Claim ownership or authorship of any content published on this site
Content and Accuracy
The information provided on Ancient Earth News is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to ensure accuracy and timeliness, we make no representations or warranties regarding the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the content for any purpose. News events evolve rapidly, and facts may change after publication. Readers are encouraged to verify critical information through official sources.
External Links
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Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by South African law, Ancient Earth News and its owner, Keiran Marwood, shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this website or its content. This includes, but is not limited to, errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or delays in information, or any loss of data or profits.
Disclaimers and Warranties
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Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from or related to your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We recommend reviewing this document periodically.
Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:
Keiran Marwood
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735, South Africa
Email: [email protected]