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To promote healthy tourism, new govt initiative will connect tourists to trained locals to improve their travel experience in India
By offering specialised training to those who frequently interact with tourists — such as cab drive…
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Women are more likely to adopt digital financial services when introduced by local agents or women community influencers
Nalin Bansal, Chief Relationship Management and Key Initiatives, NPCI, said "While we've achieved s…
ANI
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Goa protests: Why is an ex-RSS chief demanding to DNA test the body of a 450-year-old sacred saint?
Former RSS chief Subhash Velingkar's demand for a DNA test on St. Francis Xavier's relics has spark…
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I moved my family from the US to Switzerland 8 years ago. The difference in our quality of life is astounding.
After watching the presidential election unfold in 2016 my family moved from Connecticut to Switzer…
Amy Aves Challenger
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Higher taxes for cheaper childcare? 3 localities are voting on it and we want to hear from you.
Counties in California, Texas, and Minnesota will vote on tax hikes for childcare. We want to hear …
Allie Kelly
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What running a community for C-suite moms taught me about how to succeed
Marika Frumes founded Mysha because she struggled with changes as she became a first time mom. The …
Kelly Burch
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Community-led nutrition initiatives in rural India can boost diet diversity, empower women, says study
The qualitative study by NGO Vitamin Angels India and supported by UNICEF, conducted across several…
PTI
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I lost my apartment in a fire. I learned that community is what makes a home.
I got a call from a neighbor saying my apartment was on fire. I lost everything, including my cat, …
Eleanor Whitney
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I'm a stay-at-home dad because I'm the more natural nurturer in my marriage. Our conservative community doesn't agree with our decision.
Eli Milliman became a stay-at-home dad when his wife started working full-time. He's a natural nur…
Tony Woodall
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Life feels darker in Springfield, Ohio, since Trump made it his wildest debate talking point, locals say
Donald Trump's baseless claims about Haitian immigrants eating pets have created a tense atmosphere…
Joshua Nelken-Zitser
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A retired boomer splits his time between Nebraska and Mexico. He says life is affordable in Puerto Vallarta and there's a lively LGBTQ+ community.
Bill MacKenzie, 67, said Puerto Vallarta, Mexico provides an affordable, relaxing retirement.
John Towfighi
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Greece is in the middle of an anti-cruise rebellion, with locals complaining about over-tourism and trashed streets
Popular tourist destinations in Greece, including Athens and Santorini, are struggling with overcro…
Lindsay Dodgson
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This Ramadan, queer and transgender Muslims made their own community
Queer and trans Muslims reimagined their childhood traditions this Ramadan, Islam's month of fastin…
Shahamat Uddin
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How Olympic host cities have recycled 5G infrastructure to improve locals' internet speeds and connectivity
5G infrastructure powering the Olympics benefits local communities long after the Games conclude.
Chris Stokel-Walker
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A formerly incarcerated woman struggled to find work. Now, she owns a coffee shop that she hopes will create jobs in her community.
Claudia Shivers, 49, started her business Queen Coffee Bean after being incarcerated. She hopes to …
Allie Kelly
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Florida locals endorse Disney World's new $17 billion development
Local businesses are urging the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board to approve a $17 b…
Lauren Edmonds
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A 33-year-old man turned a Japanese farmhouse into a mountainside Airbnb retreat for $25,000 — here's how he did it
Xian Jie Lee moved to Japan to study political science and ended up staying to start an Airbnb busi…