Virtual and Augmented Reality

This virtual-reality tech could help makes cities more child friendly

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Cities are building infrastructure to meet the development and safety needs of children. Image: REUTERS/Brendan McDermid

Kim Harrisberg
Water Rights Correspondent, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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