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Reducing the risk of disasters worldwide

By Zalina Alvi

Little known fact: Studies show that just $1 invested today in disaster risk reduction saves $4 or more in the future cost of relief and rehabilitation.

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Introducing the "Brain Exchange"

By Zalina Alvi

Once upon a time, academic institutions in the United States and Britain would pilfer all the talented students from around the world by offering a high-quality education and a wealth of job opportunities after graduation.

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Teaching Indian Girls to Kick Ass

By Zalina Alvi

Check out these stories about a woman using karate and self defense to empower young women in India.

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Students Need Support to Internationalize Their Educations

By Zalina Alvi

The student experience becomes more internationalized every year, with more students from overseas coming to North America, and more domestic students embarking on semesters or years abroad.

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The Galápagos Islands Get Demoted

By Verge Magazine

If the UN decides a region isn't an endangered site anymore, is that good news? Or bad news?

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Majoring in Responsible Travel

By Zalina Alvi

There are plenty of options for students who want to combine studying with a love of travel, but now you can actually get a degree in it by majoring in geotourism at Missouri State University.

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Managing Medical Emergencies in Remote Regions

By Mike Webster

In remote regions, far from medical care, identifying potential problems early on can help prevent minor ailments from becoming serious emergencies.

Published in Travel Health

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Using Your Camera To Open Doors

By Allan Lissner

Our photos can have a major effect on the people and places we visit. Here are some ways to help make it a positive one.

Published in PhotoPro

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All About Thailand: Vital Statistics

By Verge Magazine

Quick facts about this Southeast Asian nation.

Published in Beyond the Guidebook

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Taming the Tiger: Inside Thailand's Tiger Temple

By Brent Lewin

Thailand's tiger temple claims to be a wildlife sanctuary, but that's not why hundreds of tourists visit every day.

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Wave of Change: Five Years After the Tsunami

By Julia Steinecke

Five years ago, the tsunami took thousands of lives and changed Thailand forever. Finally, the tide is beginning to turn.

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Don't Spit the Dummy, It's Just Strine: A Guide to Australian Slang

By Verge Staff

Heading to the land of Oz, but you don't speak "Australian"? Verge covers the basics of Aussie Strine.

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