Volocopter is due to launch its electric air taxis commercially in the next two years. The VoloCity has 5G capabilities to allow it to see round corners and even autonomously ask permissi...

Douglas Broom 01 Nov 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

From fishing village to futuristic metropolis: Dubai’s remarkable transformation

Dubai has molded itself into a global business hub – this is how it rose out of the desert.

Charlotte Edmond 01 Nov 2019

Gender Parity

These African women are driving the continent’s tourism industry – but they need support

Despite entrepreneurship transforming the lives of women in some parts of Africa, a study has shown that they're less successful than their male counterparts.

Albert N. Kimbu, Ewoenam A. Afenyo-Agbe, and Issahaku Adam · The Conversation 28 Oct 2019

United States

This is the world's longest passenger flight

Trials of new non-stop routes are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Katharine Rooney 25 Oct 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

This iconic Australian landmark is set to close for tourists

A permanent ban takes effect after a decades-long fight by indigenous people to close the trek up Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock.

Stefica Nicol Bikes · Reuters 25 Oct 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

If you like travelling, these countries should be on your list

Global tourism is growing, and there’s more of an emphasis on sustainability than ever before. Here are the 10 top destinations for 2020, according to the Lonely Planet.

Kate Whiting 24 Oct 2019

Climate Change

These chilling images expose climate change effects on a glacier

New images of the famous mountain range illustrate the impact climate change is having on its glaciers.

David Elliott 22 Oct 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

This Finnish hotel will give you a cheaper stay for an eco-friendly visit

A Hotel in Finland is encouraging its guests to embrace a more environmentally friendly stay by giving them up to 50% off their stay for watching their electricity use and water intake.

Sophie Will · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 21 Oct 2019

China

Why are Chinese tourists avoiding trips to the U.S.?

Growing geopolitical pressures and a strong dollar are turning Chinese tourists away from traveling to the US.

Natasha Frost and Dan Kopf · Quartz 07 Oct 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

Welcome to Daxing: the world’s biggest airport

Nicknamed "the starfish," Beijing’s new airport designed by Zaha Hadid Architects is the largest in the world – and uses renewable energy.

Kate Whiting 27 Sep 2019

Climate Change

Passion for winter sports can help fight climate change, organizers say

With the popularity of skiing, ice hockey and outdoor skating combined there is a large base for increasing climate control support after repeated years of decreased or unreliable snowfal...

Ellen Wulfhorst and Thomson Reuters Foundation · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 27 Sep 2019

Climate Change

Heavy industries have a vital role to play in fighting climate change

As major emitters, the heavy industry sectors have a vital role to play in keeping global warming to well below 2˚C. Whether you see this as a huge challenge or an incredible opportunity,...

Emily Farnworth 24 Sep 2019