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Laurie Goering, Thomson Reuters Foundation

AI threat to democracy, conflicts, climate change: WEF risk report strikes pessimistic note

The risk to key global elections this year, including in India, from false or misleading content is ‘significant’, said surveyed analysts.

Laurie Goering, Thomson Reuters Foundation
· Jan 17, 2024 · 10:00 pm
Hit by dangerous heatwaves, cities around the world are exploring new ways to keep people safe

Wind tunnels that increase airflow and shade canopies that generate solar power – these are just a few of the innovative ideas being tried out.

Laurie Goering, Thomson Reuters Foundation
· Jun 19, 2022 · 07:30 pm
Fearing a drought of tourists, Cape Town tries to form a new relationship with water

Without rain, Cape Town could run out of water by July 9, city authorities predict.

Laurie Goering, Thomson Reuters Foundation
· Feb 24, 2018 · 11:30 pm