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Eco-Friendly Cruises and Activities

Cruises are not traditionally the most sustainable way to travel. Ships carrying thousands of people burn millions of gallons of gasoline to traverse destinations far and near, while endless dinner buffets result in tons of waste from food and garbage, which is often dumped into the water, causing pollution and endangering sea life. Their sheer size is greatly disruptive to nature as they travel to port. But a new generation of cruise ships is flipping the script, providing eco-friendly travel to lively destinations with a focus on sustainability alongside fun and exploration. That means working with local artisans, eliminating single-use plastics, minimizing carbon footprints, focusing on environmentally friendly excursions and working to preserve and protect wildlife.

AMERICA'S BEST AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTERS 2024

AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTERS, where patients can undergo common surgical procedures such as cataract surgery or colonoscopy, have become a cornerstone of modern health care. These centers offer the convenience of quicker procedures, with the patient typically returning home on the same day. Unlike more intricate surgeries performed in hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers offer streamlined care focusing on efficiency and patient comfort.

THE IRAN FACTOR

The attack on Israel could not have happened without Tehran, says this Middle East expert

The Danger in 'Dehumanizing' Palestinians

\"COMPASSION AND EMPATHY ARE NOT ZERO-SUM COMMODITIES,\" THIS MIDDLE EAST EXPERT SAYS

THE CASE FOR TRYING HAMAS AS WAR CRIMINALS

There's more than enough evidence for the International Court to prosecute those behind the attack on Israel, these legal scholars say

A Hamas Leader's Last Stand

MOHAMMED DEIF, THE ELUSIVE FIGURE WHO HEADS HAMAS' MILITARY OPERATIONS, IS ISRAEL'S MOST WANTED MAN

CAN BIDEN REIN IN ISRAEL?

As Middle East wars escalate, U.S. presidents usually act to contain hostilities. This time looks different

How Beijing-Linked Groups Donated to N.Y. Politicians

A Newsweek investigation found people with ties to China's influence network gave big to local candidates

Eco-Tourism Adventures for Seeing Endangered Species

Eco-tourism enables travelers to leave a lighter footprint while still exploring the wonders of Mother Nature. Some of the best places to travel off the beaten path are home to Earth's most threatened creatures. However, there are ways to see them that are safe for all those involved. Guided tours, traditionally led by local experts and scientists, are designed to show off the beauty of the creatures, while ensuring that the natural world remains just that, all natural. Nature reserves allow adventurers to see endangered species in areas designated for animals' own safety and many offer tour opportunities.

Danny Pellegrino

IF THERE'S ONE THING DANNY PELLEGRINO, HOST OF THE HUGELY POPULAR Everything Iconic podcast, is ready for, it's the holidays.

AMERICA'S BEST ONLINE SHOPS 2024

The National Retail Federation, a prominent industry association, forecasts that U.S. consumer spending will increase by approximately 4 to 6 percent this year, reaching between $5.13 and $5.23 trillion.

NEW HOPE for ALZHEIMER'S

Recent advances and promising new drugs mean doctors may soon be able to stave off the worst effects of the disease

I Was Captured, Beaten and Interrogated by Russia

An injured Ukrainian soldier on his year-long ordeal as a prisoner of war

The GOP's Opportunity With Muslim Voters

While most continue to vote Democratic, the culture wars, especially over public schools, may be starting to change that

Trukai Industries - Planting the seeds for a social and economic transformation of PNG's agriculture sector

Papua New Guinea PNG) is the largest country by land area in the South Pacific and offers unique trade and investment opportunities supported by two large, strategic cargo ports the first in Port Moresby, PNG’s capital city and centre of commerce, the second in Lae, PNG’s industrial hub. Likewise, PNG’s Bilateral Investment Treaties BITs) with Australia, China, Germany, Japan, Malaysia, and the UK offer international investors lucrative global market access, and its government has repeatedly reaffirmed the country’s openness to international trade as part of its economic diversification effort.

PNG DataCo-Giving Papua New Guinea's businesses the digital tools to succeed

Following the Covid-19 pandemic, Papua New Guinea's (PNG) economy - the largest in the Pacific Islands - is on an upwards trajectory. Last year, PNG registered a GDP growth of 4.5%, according to the World Bank. And given positive commitments made by the government in its 2023 budget, PWC expects medium-term economic growth to average 4.75% starting from 2024. Additionally, PNG's National Trade Policy (2017-2032) - designed to transform it into \"an internationally competitive export-driven economy\" - is set to generate further wealth and economic growth.

Kramer Ausenco

Sustainably delivering PNG and South Pacific's mega-projects professionally and efficiently

Papua New Guinea

An export powerhouse in waiting

A cornerstone of Saudi economic development

Saudi Arabia’s increasingly dynamic economy is reflected in the remarkable growth in size and sophistication of its capital market

300-year-old story of Saudi Arabia's birthplace

As a unique global hub for culture, heritage and tourism, historic Diriyah city is a catalyst for the country's Vision 2030 goals

Jeddah Central: Contemporary culture by the sea

Celebrating the past while focusing on the future, a 20-billion modern city is taking shape on the banks of the Red Sea

Constructing an economy that is fit for the future

The world-class and vertically integrated AlBawani Holding Group is a driving force in Saudi Arabia’s ongoing transformation

America's BEST Addiction Treatment Centers 2023

TOO MANY FAMILIES FACE THE pain of substance abuse and addiction. Alcoholism and drug dependency can devastate lives, leaving lasting damage. In the last 20 years, the diagnosis of alcohol and drug use disorders in the U.S. has increased from 4.9 percent to 6 percent; consequently, overdose deaths are also rising.

Global Parks: Green Spaces to Adore

Parks are places of refuge, exploration and reflection. They can help you escape the daily grind and open you up to learning more. Around the world, parks take various shapes and sizes, with different themes, whether centered on nature, art, discovery, serenity or recreation. From coral reefs in the Adriatic Sea to a sculpturefilled thoroughfare in Colombia, the parks on this list each have something unique about them that makes them especially appealing destinations to add to the usual travel itinerary.

Jake Cohen

JAKE COHEN'S FIRST COOKBOOK, JEW-ISH (HARVEST, 2021), WAS A PERFECT intro to the Instagram-famous cook.

THE ENEMY WITHIN

EXCLUSIVE: The FBI TARGETS MAGA as the 2024 ELECTION NEARS

The Crocodiles That Helped Win the Yom Kippur War

How 16 low-end amphibious boats made a 1973 victory possible for Israel

Ashley Flowers

FOR ASHLEY FLOWERS, HOST OF THE PODCAST CRIME JUNKIE, SUCCESS was unforeseen. \"I wasn't expecting it to be what it is.\" And what it is, is the number one true crime podcast in the country.

Sustainable Craft Breweries

Oktoberfest celebrations are popping up all over at this time of year. Yet, with the beer industry's notable water footprint-a pint of beer requires about 44 gallons of water-and its substantial generation of wastewater, byproducts and solid waste, critics have long been outspoken about the popular beverage's environmental impact.

THE FUTURE IS HERE

THESE FIVE CITIES ARE USING CUTTING-EDGE STRATEGIES TO COUNTER THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND CREATE A GREENER WORLD