China has stopped allowing tourists without climbing permits to travel to Everest base camp due to large amounts of trash being dropped on the mountain.

Lucas Laursen · Fortune 18 Feb 2019

Environment and Natural Resource Security

5 reasons to protect mangrove forests for the future

They store carbon, protect against flooding and create breeding grounds for fish. But these verdant, lush ecosystems are under threat.

Johnny Wood 15 Feb 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

Why the Airbus A380 will fly no more

After 12 years of service, Airbus has announced plans to close production of its iconic A380.

Tim Hepher · Reuters 14 Feb 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

2019 sees a 20% fall in private jets flying to Davos

Contrary to media reports, efforts to improve sustainability at Davos made their mark at airports serving the conference.

Oliver Cann 30 Jan 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

New Zealand wants tourists to promise to behave – or else

Visitors to New Zealand are being asked to promise to care for the environment by not leaving litter or mess behind them. But it comes with a stern warning of very real consequences.

Sean Fleming 25 Jan 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

Here’s how to make Africa’s aviation industry soar

Liberalization will bring new routes, more frequent flights, better connections and lower fares

Hassan El-Houry 09 Jan 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

Drones have caused one of the UK's busiest airports to close

Planes were unable to take off and a number of flights had to be diverted, with thousands of passengers facing disruption the Thursday before Christmas, after drones were spotted in the a...

Reuters 20 Dec 2018

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

These cities attracted the most tourists in 2018

From Shenzhen to Macau, some cities are more popular than ever with day trippers and tourists.

Johnny Wood 11 Dec 2018

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

This is how travel hotspots are fighting back against overtourism

As the global tourism boom puts increasing pressure on popular destinations, here’s how some of them are dealing with the influx of visitors.

Johnny Wood 05 Dec 2018

Education, Gender and Work

Over half of women in five of the world's biggest cities say safety is their biggest concern

A survey has shown that for 52% of women commuting in London, New York, Mexico City, Tokyo and Cairo, safety is their primary concern.

Belinda Goldsmith · Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org 28 Nov 2018

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

MIT has created a plane without any moving parts

MIT engineers have built and flown the first-ever plane powered by an “ionic wind".

Jennifer Chu · MIT News 22 Nov 2018

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

China is leading Asia's aviation boom. Here's how

The aviation industry is experiencing phenomenal growth, but the supply of airline pilots isn’t keeping up with global demand for air travel.

Johnny Wood 20 Nov 2018

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

Why China will soon be the world's top destination for tourists

Improved technology, and easier access to visas and upcoming sports events are helping Asia grow its tourism - and China is set to dominate

Kate Whiting 13 Nov 2018

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