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Aviation, Travel and Tourism
These are the fastest trains in the world
Rail travel is speeding up – here are the 10 quickest services from around the globe.
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Human Rights
Workplace bullies could now go to jail in South Korea
The country’s tough new laws aim to stop harassment at work, which remains a problem for employees around the world.
Environment and Natural Resource Security
4 crazy things that are happening in the Arctic right now
Rising temperatures are disrupting a landscape that has gone unchanged for millennia, resulting in a host of out-of-the-ordinary events.
Artificial Intelligence
These clothes were designed by artificial intelligence
A US firm has used machine learning to create a “little black dress”. Is this the future of fashion?
Emerging Technologies
These are the top 10 emerging technologies of 2019
A new World Economic Forum report highlights some of the important innovations that could change the way we live, work and interact.
China
This Chinese megacity is building a giant waste-to-energy plant
Tackling the world's growing waste problem is no easy task, but China is leading the way, with a massive waste-to-energy plant set to open next year.
Future of Energy
India is now producing the world’s cheapest solar power
As the costs of generating cleaner energy continue to fall, there is growing potential to speed up the transition to a zero-carbon future.
Education and Skills
Good news for teachers in Bhutan – the government is doubling their pay
Money might not buy happiness but it could help to transform the school system in the Himalayan kingdom
Arts and Culture
The Wimbledon tennis tournament is reducing single-use plastics
The world-famous tennis tournament has introduced several environmentally friendly initiatives to boost its eco credentials.
Aviation, Travel and Tourism
You might soon be travelling without a passport – this is how
As the global aviation industry continues to soar, a World Economic Forum initiative aims to speed up the passenger experience.
Future of Economic Progress
This is why attractive cities do better economically
Attractive urban areas benefit from more graduates, high-skilled workers and employers, according to new research.
France
Disillusioned young people – France thinks it has a solution
Could a taste of military life help build national pride and a more integrated society?
Environment and Natural Resource Security
These are the 5 most exciting cycling projects in the world
The second Bicycle Architecture Biennale showcases some of the innovative ways cities are encouraging bike use in urban areas.
India
Indian cities are running out of water
As a record drought hits India, its sixth biggest city Chennai has nearly run dry, villagers are abandoning their homes in search of water and farmers’ livelihoods are at risk.
Migration
5 facts you should know about the world’s refugees
20 June marks World Refugee Day. The UN’s latest Global Trends report, Forced Displacement, reveals some surprising facts about the world’s displaced people.