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paydesk has 15 reporters who cover Sky News. Our journalists are already on location, all over the world, and ready to work at a moment's notice. Our top correspondents who cover Sky News are Layla Al-Kloub and Mhari Aurora. Use our journalist directory to find an Sky News member to work for you.
Journalists Who Cover Sky News
Layla Al-Kloub
I am a freelance journalist based in Amman, Jordan. I finished my MA in Journalism and New Media from Jordan Media Institute in October 2017 with an excellent GPA (3.75/4). I speak 2 languages (Arabic & English), and I am learning German. I have participated in different international projects in ...
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The Arab World's New Media Leaders Say Press Freedom is Improving
The United Arab Emirates hosted the inaugural Young Arab Media Leaders Program, drawing 100 participants from 19 countries to engage in workshops and sessions with media foundations like Reuters and Google. Despite the Arab world's low press freedom rankings by Reporters Without Borders, participants expressed varying opinions on media freedom in their home countries, with some noting improvements and others acknowledging restrictions. The program aimed to develop skills and foster positive impacts on Arab societies, with social media trending and official support from UAE leaders.
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Mhari Aurora
Mhari Aurora is an NCTJ qualified multimedia journalist based in London, currently working at Yahoo News UK.
English
French
Journalism
Jobs Completed 2
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Labour could accept EU migrant quota under new returns agreement, says shadow minister
Labour has indicated openness to a quota of EU migrants as part of a returns agreement if they come to power. Shadow Cabinet Office minister Nick Thomas-Symonds emphasized the need for control and management of the immigration system, criticizing the current government's handling of the borders. Labour's proposals include treating smuggling gangs similarly to terrorists and enhancing cooperation with European partners. The EU is considering a new returns agreement with a minimum annual quota of 30,000 migrants. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and other Conservatives have criticized Labour's stance, suggesting it would lead to higher immigration numbers. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, along with shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper, discussed security partnerships in The Hague, aiming to disrupt smuggling operations. The government has expressed willingness for a returns deal but rejects a fixed quota of migrants.
Catherine Bennett
Catherine Bennett is a freelance journalist currently based in Paris, France. Available for live coverage and reporting from France. Experience in stand up, translation, live interpretation, pieces to camera, phoners, liveblogging breaking news and in-depth feature reporting.
English
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Business
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Current Affairs
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Jobs Completed 3
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Even for non-attendees, George Osborne’s July wedding lingers in the memory
The article discusses the potential conflict of interest arising from journalists attending George Osborne's wedding and then covering his activities in the media. It highlights the launch of Osborne's new podcast, 'Political Currency', with Ed Balls, and questions whether their personal connections with media figures could influence the coverage Osborne receives. The author, Catherine Bennett, criticizes the podcast for avoiding tough questions about Osborne's political decisions and suggests that Balls is helping to sanitize Osborne's reputation. The article also touches on Osborne's controversial past as Chancellor and his current role at the British Museum.
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Natalie Chalk
Natalie Chalk is a UK-based journalist who works on the news desk of the Daily Mail. She also works as Late Breaking News Editor at inews on weekends. Prior to this she has contributed articles to The Mail on Sunday, The Big Issue, The Guardian, Daily Express, Sunday Mirror, Women’s Health, TNT ...
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Good morning. This is what happened in the world of travel this week: Friday 27th October 2023
This week in travel, Chalkmarks celebrated their photo of a Banksy mural being featured in The Art Newspaper. The EU's post-Brexit visa scheme for British travellers, ETIAS, has been delayed to 2025, costing £6 for a three-year validity. Airfares are set to rise as the Civil Aviation Authority increased charges for better air traffic control. A plastic tunnel next to Sainsbury's in Bude, Cornwall, has become a popular attraction on Tripadvisor. JetBlue will start new routes from Dublin and Edinburgh to New York and Boston in March 2024. Travel photos are now for sale on Alamy. Surfing in the Lofoten Islands, northern Norway, is highlighted as an adventurous activity. Lonely Planet released their 50 Best in Travel destinations for 2024, with Caithness and Sutherland in Scotland and Wales's Trails featuring on the lists. The article also recaps the rise of the UK pound and mentions the popularity of train travel over planes between London and Edinburgh.
Phoebe Cooke
Phoebe Cooke is a freelance journalist based in London.
English
German
Feature Stories
Content Writing
Research
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Science & Environment
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Jobs Completed 1
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Labour’s ‘don’t mention the Brexit’ complaint at Sky News’ election coverage is rejected by Ofcom
Labour's complaint against Sky News for labeling the December 12 election as the 'Brexit Election' was dismissed by Ofcom. Labour argued that this gave undue weight to the Conservative Party's agenda, but Ofcom maintained that Brexit was a significant contextual factor. The decision came just before Jeremy Corbyn launched Labour's manifesto, with the party expressing dissatisfaction over the ruling.
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Amy Fallon
I am a widely-published and versatile freelance journalist with 15 years' experience currently in London. See **** for work. I am an Australian-Canadian dual citizen who has reported from across Africa, Asia, the UK, and Australia. I have been published with The Sydney Morning Herald, News Deeply, ...
English
Feature Stories
Content Writing
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Business
Current Affairs
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GB News is the next Australian ‘disruptor’ in British media
GB News, a relatively new British broadcaster, has been criticized for its lack of impartiality and low viewership. Despite its small audience share, it has gained traction among right-wing viewers dissatisfied with mainstream media. The channel, led by Angelos Frangopoulos, has faced multiple breaches of impartiality rules by Ofcom but has not been sanctioned. GB News has attracted high-profile hires like Nigel Farage and Boris Johnson and focuses on culture wars and immigration. The article highlights the challenges faced by GB News and its competitors, such as TalkTV, in the evolving media landscape.
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Jane Flanagan
Africa Correspondent of The Times (London)
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Entertainment & Celebrity
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Jobs Completed 116
Job Success Rate 98%
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SOUTH AFRICA
Oscar Pistorius, the South African Olympic athlete, was cross-examined by prosecutor Gerrie Nel in his murder trial for the death of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. Nel, known as 'the pitbull', aggressively demanded Pistorius to admit responsibility for Steenkamp's death, which Pistorius acknowledged as a mistake. The prosecution presented a video of Pistorius at a shooting range and a graphic photo of Steenkamp's injuries to portray Pistorius's fascination with guns and to suggest a violent temperament. Pistorius recounted the tragic events of the night Steenkamp died, detailing his attempts to save her life. Despite his efforts, Steenkamp died in his arms before paramedics arrived. The trial continues with Pistorius facing a possible life sentence if convicted of premeditated murder.
Lluis Muñoz Pandiella
Lluis Muñoz Pandiella is a journalist based in Barcelona, Spain.
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English
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Politics
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Technology
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Pierre Zakrzewski, Fox News cameraman, killed in Ukraine
Pierre Zakrzewski, a Fox News cameraman, was killed in Ukraine during an attack near Kyiv. Benjamin Hall, a correspondent, was critically injured, and the status of producer Alexandra Kuvshinova remains unknown. Zakrzewski, an experienced war reporter, was in Ukraine documenting the war and the exodus of citizens. His death marks the third journalist killed since the Russian invasion began. The article highlights the dangers faced by journalists in conflict zones, with several other journalists injured or killed. It also discusses the broader implications for media freedom, including increased repression in Russia and the challenges faced by journalists reporting on the conflict.
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Esra Öz
Esra Öz is a journalist based in Ankara, Turkey. I've been reporting science, health and technology for 13 years. I'm one of the first health bloggers in Turkey. I graduated from Eskişehir Osmangazi University Biology Department and Anadolu University Radio and TV Programming Department. I did ...
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Interview (Print / Radio / Podcast)
Fact Checking
Technology
Science & Environment
Health & Fitness
+5
Jobs Completed 4
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ChatGPT: Artificial Intelligence Will Change Media As We Know It
Artificial intelligence applications like ChatGPT and Midjourney are making significant strides in media production, offering capabilities such as writing stories, creating images, solving problems, and coding. Experts from various institutions discussed the implications of AI in journalism, suggesting that while AI may increase the production of fake news, it also has the potential to detect it. AI is expected to take over routine tasks in journalism, but cannot replace the nuanced work of good reporters. The article also highlights the use of AI in newsrooms for tasks like verification, data analysis, and content personalization. Despite concerns about job displacement, the consensus is that AI will support rather than replace human journalists.
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Azad Safarov
Hi all. I am a journalist from Ukraine. I used to work during the revolution and war in Ukraine. I have been working as a journalist, fixer, translator for CNN, Euronews, Deutsche Welle, Radio Free Europe. Since 2015 I have been working as a line producer, assistant director for Danish film ...
Azerbaijani
English
German
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Video Package (Web / Broadcast)
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+6
Current Affairs
Media Training
Fact Checking
Jobs Completed 2
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From the frontline to the red carpet: A Ukrainian producer's journey to the Oscars
Azad Safarov, a Ukrainian producer and assistant director for the Oscar-nominated documentary 'A House Made Of Splinters', shares his journey from the frontline in Ukraine to the Oscars red carpet. Born in Azerbaijan and raised in Ukraine, Safarov pursued journalism and filmmaking despite the ongoing conflict in his adopted country. His work has taken him to dangerous territories, and he has co-founded the Voices of Children Charitable Foundation to help children affected by the war. The documentary highlights the impact of war on children and represents hope amidst adversity. Safarov, attending the Oscars with personal symbols of his heritage and ongoing conflict, sees the event as a platform to raise awareness about the war in Ukraine.
Ed Sawyer
I have a passion for writing, journalism and digital communications, demonstrated by my professional and academic achievements both in the UK, Belgium, and the Czech Republic. I have experience in reporting, editing, copywriting, interviewing, camerawork, TV, radio, and media training in ...
English
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Interview (Video / Broadcast)
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+9
Politics
Current Affairs
Entertainment & Celebrity
+12
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Fact-checking, personalised content, cyber-wars and virtual reality will shape the media world in 2017
The article discusses the Journalism, Media and Technology Trends and Predictions 2017 report by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, highlighting the impact of 'post-truth' and the decline in trust in traditional media. Key takeaways include the rise of fact-checking in response to fake news, particularly after the 2016 US presidential election; media companies investing in data to deliver personalized content; politicians like Donald Trump using social media to communicate directly with the public; the growth of virtual reality (VR) in media with investments from major tech companies; and concerns over government surveillance and cyber-wars. The report is based on a survey of 143 digital leaders from 24 countries.
Liam Scott
Liam Scott is an independent journalist based in Washington, D.C. He focuses on human rights and mass atrocities, China, press freedom, and disinformation.
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
French
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Content Writing
Interview (Print / Radio / Podcast)
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Politics
Current Affairs
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Jobs Completed 18
Job Success Rate 100%
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Journalist Says China Jailed Her for Breaking Embargo
Cheng Lei, an Australian Chinese journalist formerly working for CGTN, was detained in China for over three years. She was arrested for allegedly breaking an embargo by minutes, which she described as a serious offense in China. Cheng's case has been highlighted as an example of China's restrictive media environment. Her arrest coincided with a low point in China-Australia relations, and some analysts believe it was a message from Beijing. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed that nothing was traded for her release. Cheng has now returned to Australia and is adjusting to life after her detention. Freedom House's China research director, Yaqiu Wang, commented on the implications of Cheng's case for foreign correspondents in China.
Mark Scott
Mark Scott is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom.
Jobs Completed 2
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Setback for Murdoch in $15 Billion Sky Takeover
Rupert Murdoch's 21st Century Fox faces a delay in its $15 billion bid to acquire the remaining 61% of Sky due to a British government request for further regulatory review over media control concerns. The company passed the 'fit and proper' test by Ofcom despite the Fox News sexual harassment scandal. The deal, which would enhance 21st Century Fox's position against digital rivals like Netflix and Amazon, is now expected to conclude by June 2018. The British government, amidst Brexit negotiations and a weakened parliamentary majority, must ultimately decide on the takeover, which has faced opposition from various political quarters.
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Alexander Seale
I am a journalist based in London, United Kingdom. I used to live in Paris for 11 years where I studied and worked in journalism. I used to Freelance as a Journalist for the French speaking section of the BBC (BBC Afrique). I used to write about African news and International current affairs. ...
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French
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Politics
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A 'Trumpization' of the Media Across the Channel
Andrew Neil, a prominent British journalist, is leaving the BBC to launch GB News, a new right-leaning news channel aimed at competing with BBC News and Sky News. The channel, backed by Discovery, aims to serve the British public who feel underserved by existing media. The BBC faces criticism for its perceived lack of impartiality and elitism, with its funding model under scrutiny. Rupert Murdoch is also considering launching a similar channel. GB News plans to offer a mix of on-demand content and strong personalities, positioning itself against the 'woke' culture.
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Jerome Starkey
Jerome is The Times Africa Correspondent, based in Nairobi. Before that he lived in Afghanistan and worked for various newspapers and broadcasters.
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Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen vow ‘unimaginable’ revenge after night of heavy air strikes by US and UK forces
The article reports on a significant escalation in the conflict involving the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen following a series of air strikes by US and UK forces. The strikes targeted 60 military sites, including an air base, airport, and army camp, resulting in the death of five Houthi fighters. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak justified the strikes as self-defense and a response to Houthi attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea. US President Joe Biden also supported the strikes, indicating readiness for further action if necessary. The Houthis have threatened severe retaliation, and Iran has condemned the strikes as a violation of international law. The military action involved precision-guided munitions and was supported by several other nations. The strikes were a response to the Houthis' largest attack on maritime vessels in the Red Sea, which was countered by British and US warships.