Lauren Kent,
Lauren Kent is a News Desk Producer based in London. She covers breaking news and tells stories across CNN's television outlets and digital platforms. The US-native focuses on newsgathering, editorial, and features across the EMEA region and has played a vital role in some of CNN's leading coverage of the climate crisis, gender equality, and the coronavirus pandemic. She also produces in the field for CNN, pitching and executing her own stories for various multi-platform projects, notably on the fight against climate change and Britain's feminist movement. Kent has produced major international news events for CNN including its coverage of the COP26 climate conference, NATO summits, and Brexit. Kent also writes feature articles for CNN Digital's wellness and science teams, with a particular focus on health, fitness, and psychology. Kent first joined CNN in Atlanta in 2017 and has since worked across CNN's international newsgathering teams in various broadcast production and operation roles in London. Her previous work includes writing for The Raleigh News & Observer and Pew Research Center's Fact Tank blog.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
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- Lauren Kent's biography does not reveal any personal or financial conflicts of interest that could influence her reporting.
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Contradictions
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- At least 600 Egyptians have died during the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca
- More than 1,000 people have died during the hajj pilgrimage as of Friday
- Ninety-eight Indians have died during Hajj in Saudi Arabia this year.
- Over 2,700 people have been treated for heatstroke.
- The death toll is likely to rise as Saudi Arabia and Egypt have yet to release official figures.
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Recent Articles
Two Children Dead, Nine Injured in Shocking Knife Attack at Taylor Swift-Themed Event in Southport
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024Two children died and nine others, including two adults, were injured in a shocking knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance event in Southport, England on July 29, 2024. A 17-year-old male from Banks was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. The motive behind the attack remains unclear and the investigation is ongoing. 
1,658 Dead in Hajj Pilgrimage: Unregistered Pilgrims Suffer Most from Extreme Heat and Lack of Essential Amenities
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024At least 1,658 people have died during the 2023 Hajj pilgrimage due to extreme heat and lack of essential amenities, with Egypt reporting the highest number of fatalities. Unregistered pilgrims faced difficulties accessing air-conditioned tents and bus transfers between holy sites, leading to numerous deaths from heatstroke and other conditions. 
550 Lives Lost: The Challenging 2023 Hajj Amid Record-Breaking Heat
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024At least 550 people, including 68 Indians and a large number of Egyptians, have lost their lives during the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca, Hajj, due to heat-related illnesses and pre-existing health conditions. The Saudi Hajj authorities reported that over 1.83 million Muslims performed the Hajj this year amid extreme temperatures reaching up to 51.8 degrees Celsius in the shade at the Grand Mosque in Mecca. The deaths mark a challenging environment for pilgrims, with thousands from low-income nations among those who perished due to lack of access to proper healthcare before their journey.