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Michael Okonkwo, Middle East Correspondent

Michael Okonkwo is an experienced Middle East correspondent who has reported from across the region for 14 years, covering conflicts, peace processes, and political upheavals. Born in Lagos and educated at Columbia Journalism School, he has reported from Syria, Iraq, Egypt, and the Gulf states. His work has earned multiple foreign correspondent awards.
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Heroic Actor Intervenes to Protect Woman from Assault

In a display of bravery and civic responsibility, acclaimed Scottish actor Peter Mullan stepped in to stop an assault near…

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ChatGPT Embraces Ads: OpenAI’s New Revenue Strategy

In a move that is set to reshape the landscape of AI-powered conversational experiences, OpenAI has announced that its flagship…

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A Humble Haunt That Became a Cherished Community

For years, a modest local pub nestled near the five-a-side football pitches where the DisOrient FC team gathered weekly became…

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Staying Youthful Through Mindful Eating

As we age, the natural effects of time can take a toll on our appearance and well-being. However, according to…

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Teenage Mental Health: Debunking the Social Media Scapegoat

A comprehensive study has found little evidence to support the notion that social media or gaming is the primary driver…

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Heartbreaking Tale of Betrayal and Deception: Murderer Sentenced to Life in Prison

In a tragic turn of events, Robert Rhodes, a 42-year-old man from London, has been sentenced to life in prison…

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Trio Confess to £70 Million Pension Fraud Scheme Involving Bogus Tree Planting

In a shocking revelation, three individuals have admitted to their involvement in a £70 million pension fraud scheme that exploited…

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Navigating the Path Ahead: Prospects and Challenges for Gaza

As the United States announces the second phase of a ceasefire in Gaza, the region finds itself at a critical…

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Russia ‘complicating’ extinguish to war, says Zelensky as Trump urges Ukraine to conform to Moscow peace deal

Ukraine's Zelensky accuses Russia of "complicating" peace efforts, as former US President Trump urges Kyiv to accept Moscow's terms. The…

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This boiled fetch of offal is banned in the US. In Scotland or no longer it’s a good-dining kind out

Once a humble offal stew, Scotland's haggis is a cherished delicacy, wrapped in tradition and flavor. Yet in the U.S.,…

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Afghan whose info were in UK data breach in possibility from Taliban if deported, son tells BBC

The son of an Afghan man caught in a UK data breach warns that deportation could place his father in…

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Shania Twain calls for equal pay and more fluctuate in country song

Country icon Shania Twain urges the industry to break barriers, calling for equal pay and richer diversity. Her voice champions…

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Afghan whose indispensable sides had been in UK knowledge breach in danger from Taliban if deported, son tells BBC

A father's life hangs in balance as UK data breach exposes his details. His son warns the BBC that deportation…

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‘It is coming dwelling’ – the undignified row over the body of Zambia’s ex-president

The return of Zambia's ex-president's body sparks a tense saga, where pride, politics, and protocol collide. Amidst solemn grief, a…

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What perform Alaskans create of the geopolitical circus arriving in their metropolis?

As diplomats and cameras flood Alaska's streets, locals watch with curious eyes. To them, the global stage feels both distant…

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