London, England, United Kingdom
12K followers
500+ connections
12K followers
500+ connections
About
Shortlisted in the Asian Media Awards, Outstanding Young Journalist category, 2025.
Activity
12K followers
-
Sawdah B. reposted thisSawdah B. reposted thisEXCLUSIVE INVESTIGATION Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve been contacted by a number of founders who claim they have paid large sums to a contract manufacturer that has failed to deliver their orders. The companies allege that Sauce Shed, a Bedford-based condiment manufacturer, has taken large payments for orders which haven't been delivered, experienced significant delays, are missing items and or had quality issues. This has caused them to lose clients, had a huge impact on founder's mental health, and put their business at risk. I approached Sauce Shed founders founders Olly Tempest-Reynalds and David Perrett for answers. They acknowledged there had been “significant operational and commercial challenges” affecting the business over the past year. However, they insisted that the issues affected a “small volume” of orders and denied that it had intentionally been avoiding contacting customers. Read the full story in The Grocer via the link in the comments.
-
Sawdah B. shared thisThe Hantavirus outbreak caused several pharmaceutical stocks to surge on Monday as investors assessed which firms are best primed to develop vaccines to protect against the pathogen. The World Health Organization flagged an outbreak of hantavirus, a fatal and viral respiratory disease spread by rodents, on May 2, after some passengers caught it on a Dutch-flagged expedition cruise ship, the MV Hondius, which was sailing the Atlantic. Biotech firm Moderna, which developed one of the main Covid-19 vaccines, was one of the stocks that jumped after it said it was conducting preclinical research on the virus. CNBC International https://lnkd.in/ehMXsR8BHantavirus cases spark brief surge in pharma and biotech stocks — here’s why trading is so volatileHantavirus cases spark brief surge in pharma and biotech stocks — here’s why trading is so volatile
-
Sawdah B. shared thisLufthansa expects to take on nearly $2 billion in additional fuel costs this year as the Middle East conflict continues and the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked. The German airline reported its first-quarter earnings on Wednesday and saw revenue increase to 8.7 billion euros as loss narrowed. "The ongoing crisis in the Middle East, combined with rising fuel costs and operational constraints, poses enormous challenges for the world as a whole, for global air travel, and for our company as well," Lufthansa's CEO Carsten Spohr said. Read more below. CNBC International https://lnkd.in/eiGJFtsPLufthansa faces nearly $2 billion in extra fuel cost amid the Iran war, after axing 20,000 flightsLufthansa faces nearly $2 billion in extra fuel cost amid the Iran war, after axing 20,000 flights
-
Sawdah B. reposted thisSawdah B. reposted thisExclusive: Major data center company pauses investment decisions in Middle East amid Iran war, CEO tells CNBC --- A major data center company has paused investment in AI infrastructure projects and data centers in the Middle East amid the Iran war, its CEO has told CNBC. As oil prices have skyrocketed and supply chains have been heavily disrupted by conflict in the region, the future of huge digital infrastructure plans in the Middle East has become uncertain. Assets in the region have become military targets and shortages are predicted for key materials needed for the AI infrastructure buildout. A data center in Abu Dhabi, operated by Oaktree-owned Pure DC, was struck by shrapnel from an Iranian attack. The company’s CEO, Gary Wojtaszek, told CNBC that investment decisions had been paused on “all data center opportunities. No one wants to develop new data centers and put new GPUs in until things get settled.” Pure DC still sees “long-term opportunity” in the Middle East, Wojtaszek said, adding that longer-term “planning and discussions” around data center projects there have continued. Full story with Sawdah B.: https://lnkd.in/ef6QnebQMajor data center company pauses investment decisions in Middle East amid Iran war, CEO tells CNBCMajor data center company pauses investment decisions in Middle East amid Iran war, CEO tells CNBC
-
Sawdah B. shared thisSome highly viral food and drink trends of recent years include Matcha and Dubai Chocolate, and now ube is having a moment. Ube, a purple yam grown by farmers in the Philippines, is appearing across international menus and featured in everything from lattes to martinis and pancakes. Its stunning purple hue is part of the appeal as restaurants hunt for the next social media craze, and consumers look to capture aesthetic pictures. “It’s just part of the culture of eating and drinking now because the demand for beautiful-looking food is as important as the taste,” Andrew Freeman tells CNBC. However, as demand increases, the Philippines' supply of ube is tightening, with farmers struggling to keep pace due to climate change and other factors. Read the full story below. CNBC International https://lnkd.in/eraeAkdAPurple ube’s viral rise is turning a Filipino staple into a global trend — but supplies are tighteningPurple ube’s viral rise is turning a Filipino staple into a global trend — but supplies are tightening
-
Sawdah B. shared thisUK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning to revisit tax rules to appeal to wealthy expats living in the UAE, as the war disrupts perceptions of the region as a safe haven. In the past two years, nearly 6,000 high-growth business owners in the UK relocated abroad between January 2024 and January 2026, with the UAE ranking as the most popular destination, an analysis found. Reeves is pitching Britain as a “safe harbour economy,” emphasizing tax and investment incentives to bring back the wealthy. “For ultra‑high‑net‑worth individuals, these changes simply don’t move the needle,” one business and tax consultant in the UAE, Stallone Shaikh, told CNBC International. “The U.K. is punishing people for making money instead of encouraging them.” With Emma Graham. Read the full story below. https://lnkd.in/emkubaGdBrits fled to Dubai for low taxes — now war is making some rethink the dealBrits fled to Dubai for low taxes — now war is making some rethink the deal
-
Sawdah B. reposted thisSawdah B. reposted thisUK hopes to lure expats back from the UAE as war challenges Dubai’s appeal -Around 240,000 British nationals live in the UAE. For years, they have been drawn by zero income tax, security, international schools, and a glamorous lifestyle. -Now, with missiles intercepted over Gulf capitals and air travel repeatedly disrupted, the long-standing stability of Dubai expat life is being questioned. -Few observers expect a large-scale repatriation of Britons from Dubai. The UAE remains attractive, and many who have left may return if the conflict de‑escalates. My latest with Sawdah B. for CNBC https://lnkd.in/diXXxkCMBrits fled to Dubai for low taxes — now war is making some rethink the dealBrits fled to Dubai for low taxes — now war is making some rethink the deal
-
Sawdah B. reposted thisSawdah B. reposted thisBREAKING: The International Energy Agency (IEA)’s head warned Thursday that Europe maybe has six weeks left of jet fuel as the airline industry continues to grapple with headwinds due to the Middle East crisis. 🔗Read Sawdah B.'s full story: cnb.cx/4mGgyw4 #Fuel #Europe #Iran #CNBC
-
Sawdah B. shared thiseasyJet's stock fell this morning after the budget carrier reported that the Middle East conflict and increased fuel costs are weighing on bookings. It outlined that customers are leaving it later to book tickets amid uncertainty, with ticket sales for the third and fourth quarters down, compared with the prior year. The group said it took on roughly £25 million ($34 million) in additional fuel costs in March alone as global oil prices soared. Check for updates below. CNBC International https://lnkd.in/eRdWYKcwEasyJet's stock drops 5% as the Middle East conflict, fuel costs weigh on bookings outlookEasyJet's stock drops 5% as the Middle East conflict, fuel costs weigh on bookings outlook
Sawdah B. commented on a post
2w
With insights from Chris Joseph, Emily Tang, Andrew Freeman
Sawdah B. replied to a comment
2mo
Dan Schawbel Absolutely! We've painted quite a bleak picture with the constant coverage of AI-driven layoffs but it's really important to look at the other side of it and the new emerging career paths for young people!
-
Sawdah B. liked thisSawdah B. liked thisSurveillance pricing isn’t competition. It’s companies using your data to decide what you specifically are willing to pay, writes Renjie B. Ontario doesn’t need to “let the market decide,” it should draw a line before the practice becomes normalized. https://lnkd.in/efkBzw7k
-
Sawdah B. liked thisSawdah B. liked thisWithout warning, Britain’s heritage charity has axed many of its most remote, most unique holiday cottages. The move, and the lack of warning, have prompted dismay and anger: https://ft.trib.al/5qqFRqw
-
Sawdah B. liked thisSawdah B. liked thisFriedrich Merz has advised young Germans not to move to the US, risking deepening a row with Donald Trump. The German chancellor said his admiration of the US was “not increasing” in the latest of a string of barbs traded with the US president since the war in Iran broke out. Mr Merz was applauded on Friday at a gathering of German Catholics in the southern city of Würzburg, in Bavaria, when he said: “I would not recommend to my children today that they go to the US to get an education and to work.” He mentioned “the social climate that has suddenly developed” in the US and claimed that “even the best educated in America have great difficulty in finding a job.” Mr Merz added: “I am a great admirer of America’s, but right now my admiration is not increasing.” 🔗: https://lnkd.in/euzHXuDC
-
Sawdah B. liked thisSawdah B. liked thisThere are hundreds of private equity-backed restaurants in London. These days they’re as much a part of the fabric of the city as pubs, pies and pints. But how do they all taste? The 9fin reviewed them to define the precise intersection of finance and flavor. Read the reviews here: https://lnkd.in/eC9cCFFw
-
Sawdah B. liked thisSawdah B. liked thisScoop: Snap Inc., YouTube and TikTok settled ahead of next month's landmark social media addiction trial related to alleged harms in schools. The case centers on claims that addiction to the top platforms has upended learning across America and pushed US public schools to spend massive sums fighting a mental health crisis. Meta Platforms Ltd, sued over Instagram, will still go to trial. From me and Madlin Mekelburg in Bloomberg: https://lnkd.in/epPWrpxzSnap, YouTube Settle School-Social Media Suit Ahead of TrialSnap, YouTube Settle School-Social Media Suit Ahead of Trial
-
Sawdah B. liked thisSawdah B. liked thisA bit of a late post, but a couple of weeks ago I headed down to the Bank of England when the interest rate decision came out, to experience the behind-the-scenes of a live reporter hit for CNBC’s Decision Time show. Following the decision, I also had the rare opportunity to sit in on the interviews conducted with Governor Andrew Bailey in the afternoon. Overall the day allowed me to see a different side of production and helped me to understand the role of a field producer in greater depth. Big thanks to George Bextor for taking me along and showing me how it all worked!
-
Sawdah B. liked thisSawdah B. liked thisNew: Nik Storonsky is offering Revolut employees £1000 to woo more businesses to bank with the digital bank, setting it as its highest priority to further boost the digital lender’s growth, valuation and revenue. Storonsky asked each staffer across all departments to push for sales to “deliver on these aggressive targets.” He also requested employees send pitches for the business to him personally in a memo sent to staff globally on Friday. Revolut is looking to launch credit products for businesses next year and build out a dedicated new business growth and onboarding department, according to the memo. “Many legacy banks treat B2B as a stagnant side-bet, but we are making it P0 to supercharge our growth and valuation,” he added. Read more on Bloomberg News here:Revolut Offers All Staffers £1000 to Help Lure In New BusinessRevolut Offers All Staffers £1000 to Help Lure In New Business
-
Sawdah B. liked thisSawdah B. liked thisThe vast majority of guidance offered by financial influencers on social media is of 'low quality', despite being widely used by Britons, a large-scale investigation has concluded. https://ft.trib.al/mHRnmr9
-
Sawdah B. liked thisSawdah B. liked thisTechnology is accelerating, but human judgment, adaptability, and collaboration remain the real differentiators. Today at #MPTS2026, I asked the all female panelists for Post Production - The Vanishing Divide: which roles in post do you see disappearing as AI continues to evolve, and what new roles do you think will emerge? The optimistic answer was: "It’s not about roles vanishing; it’s about how you use your time." Edit support will still matter but timelines may shift earlier. Production and post may merge more closely as teams are no longer operating in silos. Technology, workflows, and even roles are beginning to overlap. AI can cut an offline process by 50%, but as Banijay Entertainment ’s Donna Mulvey-Jones noted, it still lacks the nuance to understand a comedic punchline. We may increasingly need a “Swiss Army knife” approach to skills, with adaptability becoming just as valuable as specialism, allowing new roles like AI Integration Editor and Automation Workflow Specialist to become the norm. Despite the focus on automation, the human elements, attitude, adaptability, and editorial autonomy, remains our greatest asset. Thanks to the organizers and speakers for a fantastic two days. See you in 2027! #MPTS #FutureOfWork #MediaProduction #BroadcastTech #AIProducer
Experience & Education
View Sawdah’s full experience
See their title, tenure and more.
or
Licenses & Certifications
Volunteer Experience
-
Student Blogger
Clapton Girls' Academy
- 2 years
Arts and Culture
Wrote about current news and affairs relevant to students for the school blog.
-
Reading Activist
Clapton Library
- 2 months
Education
Assisted in the Summer Reading challenge of 2015.
-
Insight Intern
livity
- 2 months
Arts and Culture
Recommendations received
3 people have recommended Sawdah
Join now to viewOther similar profiles
Explore more posts
Explore collaborative articles
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
Explore More