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Lara Babalola

June 21, 2015
https://p.dw.com/p/1FjRU
Female news anchor wearing a magenta blazer with folded arms smiling next to a DW News logo

Born in:
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Languages:
English, German

Degrees/Journalistic experience:
Bachelor of Fine Arts. Worked in factual TV production in Vancouver, Canada

With DW since:
2014

Favorite quote:
"One candle can light up a dark room." (from a friend)

My personal hero:
Anyone who’s not afraid to take a risk

What do I strive to be as a journalist?
As a journalist, I strive to be a link between the people and events that affect our world. With so much information available 24/7, I want to help our viewers dissect and digest news, so they can join the dialogue and make informed decisions.

7 things I love about Berlin:
1. Anything goes
2. The international theatre scene
3. Space – a rare luxury in a big city
4. The bike culture
5. The bread
6. Surrounded by history
7. Cash only please!