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Brave Canadian journalist often found in war zones, lately in Donbass. She is on Ukraine's hit list

This Hungarian political writer is an optimistic revolutionary with a firm grasp of history who shares excellent sources. He sometimes takes long  breaks, but when he writes, he's very worth reading.

Documentarian and journalist broadcasting lately from Russia and environs.

Travels but based in Jamaica. Super Latin American news connections.