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“I have no time for the endless nostalgia: 'Oh gosh I used to . . . ' Life is too short; I don't have any time for sitting and saying I miss things. What's the point? Go and do something else.'”

Quote by Kate Adie

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Kate Adie is a renowned British journalist known for her outstanding contributions to the field of journalism. Born in September 1945, she has had a career that spans various areas, including war reporting, political reporting, and investigative journalism. Adie is praised for her in-depth investigations and objective reporting style, which has had a profound impact on the advancement of the news industry. more

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