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How games can inform, educate and raise awareness

Using fun elements such as challenges, goals and rewards, games are playing a significant role in learning, lifestyle management and disease awareness.

The battle to reduce road deaths

In the move to a more sustainable and safer future, tackling road accident injuries and fatalities will require a more concerted effort.

The ‘scamdemic’ affecting everyone

Cyber scams are rising globally, targeting the vulnerable, especially youth. Understanding tactics and regional efforts is key to a safer cyberspace.

Australia’s ski industry falls victim to declining snowfall

The ski industry will be so quickly impacted by climate change that it’s been termed “the canary in the coalmine”. Not all hope is lost — but we must act fast.

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Smart technologies can pave the way for sustainable travel

Emerging technologies, coupled with policy changes and involvement of communities are enabling sustainable tourism

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In the dragon’s lair, tourism faces a delicate balancing act

As visitor numbers to natural wonders around the world grow, authorities face a huge challenge balancing conservation with development.

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Is overtourism just another ‘first-world problem’?

The overtourism debate is fraught with extremes, but without scientific measures, it risks becoming a distraction from real global tourism challenges.

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A virtual solution to a very real problem

Imagine experiencing the Louvre from your lounge. New digital tools such as AI and virtual reality can help cities better cope with influxes of visitors.

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How much tourism is too much?

Tourism is projected to hit a record $US11 trillion in 2024, but unchecked growth raises concerns about overtourism and its impact on communities.

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How cities can avoid overtourism before it hits

The best solution is prevention and a sustainable tourism plan goes a long way in managing the expectations of people and protecting the environment.

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Clearing the air on snow leopards and last chance tourism

Ladakh is seeing a form of tourism which relies on climate grief and a desire to escape toxic cities.

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Shedding light on Asia’s racism problem

South Korean racism may grab headlines in Asia, but racism is more widespread.

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Governments need to hit the right note with megastar concerts

Concerts by acts like Taylor Swift and Coldplay can boost local economies raising questions over how authorities help pay.

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Futureproofing tourism via digitalisation

While traditional tourism has been the mainstay for many economies, smart tourism is the way forward post-COVID.

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How games can inform, educate and raise awareness

The battle to reduce road deaths

The ‘scamdemic’ affecting everyone

Australia’s ski industry falls victim to declining snowfall

Smart technologies can pave the way for sustainable travel

In the dragon’s lair, tourism faces a delicate balancing act

Is overtourism just another ‘first-world problem’?

How much tourism is too much?

How cities can avoid overtourism before it hits

Clearing the air on snow leopards and last chance tourism

Shedding light on Asia’s racism problem

Governments need to hit the right note with megastar concerts

Futureproofing tourism via digitalisation

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