Cele mai bune Polar Regions podcast-uri (2024)

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Czech political scene increasingly polarized ahead of regional and Senate elections 3:39

17d ago3:39

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As the election campaign heats up in Czechia, tensions are high and some parties have resorted to controversial tactics. A racist billboard in Prague has sparked outrage and lawsuits.

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Czech President Petr Pavel urges UN Security Council reform and global cooperation in annual meeting 3:57

24h ago3:57

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At the 79th session of the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, Czech President Petr Pavel called for reform of the Security Council, which he said must be more effective and inclusive to better reflect the voices of underrepresented regions. At the same time, he applauded African efforts for peace and security even beyond their borders and called for…

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Pundit: It is only possible to succeed against Andrej Babiš with solid coalitions and strong personalities 5:53

4d ago5:53

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The opposition ANO party won a landmark victory in the weekend regional and Senate elections, coming out top in 10 of the 13 regions where voting took place. I discussed the outcome of the vote and its possible consequences with political commentator Pavel Havlíček and began by asking what contributed to ANO’s huge success in the elections.…

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Voting in elections “tough test” for flooded municipalities 3:19

7d ago3:19

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The 2024 Senate and regional elections could not have come at a worse time for thousands of people in the badly flooded eastern parts of the country. Around 30 municipalities are voting in makeshift polling stations with the help of power generators and volunteers. Many mayors have resigned themselves to a dismally low turnout.…

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Arctic nation, or not? The Geopolitics of Arctic state identity 39:54

8d ago39:54

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The eight member states of the Arctic Council each draw upon geography, history and other factors to promote their identity as an Arctic nation, while non-Arctic states seeking influence in the region use different—although sometimes similar—arguments to foster an image of being an Arctic stakeholder or, as in one prominent example, a “near-Arctic …

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Senate and regional elections on track despite record floods 2:42

9d ago2:42

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The elections to the Senate and regional councils, due to take place this weekend, remain on track despite the fact that many parts of the country are still recovering from the damage caused by the recent floods. The government is confident that voting can be organized even in the hardest-hit regions.…

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Pundit: Czechia aimed higher, but International Partnerships portfolio has great potential 7:35

9d ago7:35

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday unveiled her team of commissioner candidates and their portfolios for the 2024-2029 cycle. The Czech nominee, Industry Minister Jozef Síkela, has been selected Commissioner-designate for International Partnerships.

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Czech UN Youth Delegate argues for amplifying voices of youth in decision-making 13:46

10d ago13:46

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The Czech UN Youth Delegates Programme connects the youth in Czechia with the United Nations. It provides a platform for the Czech youth to be represented within the organization, while also raising awareness about the UN through the activities of the youth delegates across the country they represent. I spoke with Veronika Novotná, who is one of th…

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PM thanks nation for massive solidarity in flood crisis, promises support at all levels 3:41

10d ago3:41

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As the flood waters slowly subside, Prime Minister Petr Fiala has outlined the government’s strategy in dealing with the damage wrought by strong winds and high water in many parts of the country. He promised state finances, material aid and support from the armed forces.

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Czechast with Madeleine Albright. And a little bit of Anne Applebaum, too. 26:01

11d ago26:01

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Madeleine Albright's life story is a truly remarkable journey through history, shaped by her experiences during tumultuous times in Europe and the United States.

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Prague hosts NATO Military Committee: what is on the agenda? 2:30

14d ago2:30

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The NATO Military Committee retreat in Prague, scheduled for this weekend, will focus on discussing Europe's security, the implementation of prior NATO Summit decisions, and the feasibility of the Alliance’s defense plans. This marks the first time Czechia hosts the meeting.

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Unprecedented bomb threats disrupt Czech schools at start of school year 3:08

22d ago3:08

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Hundreds of Czech schools faced bomb threats this week, causing evacuations and fear. Authorities are prioritizing safety while minimizing disruption.

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Speaking Law to War | Kathleen Cavanaugh 54:03

23d ago54:03

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What are the key legal principles that govern the conduct of war and protect human rights? In this episode, we speak with Professor Kathleen Cavanaugh, the Executive Director of the Pozen Family Center for Human Rights, and Senior Instructional Professor in the College at UChicago. Professor Cavanaugh’s scholarship, like her academic training, is i…

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Czech Constitutional Court issues landmark ruling in long-standing battle over home births 3:14

23d ago3:14

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The Constitutional Court has issued a landmark ruling allowing midwifes to assist home births. The ruling sets an important precedent in what has been a long-standing battle for home births in the Czech Republic.

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“Taming the Storm”: Unity and support for Ukraine at forefront of GLOBSEC Forum 3:38

25d ago3:38

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The GLOBSEC 2024 Forum, held in Prague over the weekend under the patronage of Czech President Petr Pavel, centered around the theme “Taming the Storm,” with an emphasis on central and eastern Europe’s crucial role in maintaining global stability. It attracted more than 2,300 participants from more than 80 countries including heads of state and bus…

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Globsec draws world leaders to Prague 3:33

28d ago3:33

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With ten prime ministers and presidents attending, and speeches by political and business heavyweights, Globsec is undoubtedly a high-profile event.

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Spotlight on Svalbard: Realities and myths in a microcosm of Arctic geopolitics 1:32:52

1M ago1:32:52

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Although a unique set of circumstances characterize Svalbard, belonging to Norway under a 1920 treaty, the situation there reflects many of the major trends—and faultlines—in Arctic geopolitics. From science diplomacy and security to geoeconomics and great power competition, the High Arctic archipelago, where both Norway and Russia maintain permane…

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Czech ambassadors discuss future of Czech foreign policy in Prague 3:19

1M ago3:19

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The regular annual meeting of Czech ambassadors began in Prague’s Czernin Palace, the seat of the Czech Foreign Ministry, on Monday. The ambassadors will spend a week discussing foreign policy, economic diplomacy, security, and other issues.

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“We are ready to demonstrate for months”: police union pushes for raises 2:48

1M ago2:48

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Trade unionists are currently negotiating an increase in the salaries of law enforcement, other security forces, and firefighters with the Interior Ministry. The workers' representatives are calling for a 10% wage increase starting in October, otherwise, they will consider protesting.

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Rare unexploded World War II bomb near Litvínov leads to evacuation of residents 2:36

1M ago2:36

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An unexploded 500-pound bomb from the Second World War, which was found on Wednesday on the grounds of a chemical plant in Záluží near Litvínov has led to the evacuation of 600 residents. Nothing like this has ever been found in the modern history of Czechia. The bomb is equipped with a chemical mechanism that can postpone its detonation for up to …

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Czech Senate approves postal voting for Czechs abroad 2:53

1M ago2:53

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The Czech Senate has approved a bill allowing Czechs living abroad to vote by mail. The legislation should come into force in time for the 2025 general elections.

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Czechia marks 56th anniversary of Soviet-led invasion 2:54

1M ago2:54

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Top officials gathered outside Czech Radio at middday on Wednesday to recall the battle that took place there in the first hours of the Soviet-led invasion on August 21, 1968 and to pay homage to those who died defending the Czechoslovak Radio building.

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Czech army wants to open up to as many recruits as possible 3:11

1M ago3:11

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An upcoming amendment to the decree on medical fitness for active military service, effective September, aims to streamline the process for military enlistment. It will reduce paperwork, simplify entry requirements, and enable the government to mobilize more people quickly in times of crisis or war. But whether or not people are called up will depe…

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Czech game developer responds to Russia’s proposed ban on Last Train Home 3:56

1M ago3:56

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The Russian prosecutor's office is demanding a ban on the distribution of the computer game Last Train Home, developed by Ashborne Games in Brno. According to the Russian authorities, the game about Czechoslovak legionnaires incites hatred against the Russian government and the soldiers of the Red Army. I interviewed Managing Director of Ashborne G…

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Over 100 Czech high school students participate in pilot army training program 2:40

1M ago2:40

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In light of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the Czech military has moved to increase the number of recruits it can rely on in case of an escalation. One program the army has rolled out this year is a one-month training for high school students. Over 100 students chose to participate, trading holiday comfort for early mornings, runn…

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Czech artists sign petition in support of embattled Slovak colleagues 2:59

2M ago2:59

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Leading Czech cultural figures have come out in support of their Slovak colleagues, many of whom have recently been sacked for opposing the policies of the Slovak culture minister. Czech artists say the former sister state should offer them jobs or at least a platform for expression.

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Amnesties, Law, and Peace | Louise Mallinder 56:02

2M ago56:02

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How is law understood and used by different actors during political transitions to achieve peace? In this episode, we speak with Professor Louise Mallinder, a Professor in the School of Law at Queen's University Belfast and Faculty Affiliate of the Pearson Institute. She has a longstanding and internationally recognized expertise in amnesty laws th…

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Only 17 percent of Czechs satisfied with Czech politics 2:52

2M ago2:52

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A Kantar agency survey for Czech Television found that only 17 percent of Czechs were satisfied with the state of Czech politics. Since the survey was published, austerity policies aimed at tackling the public deficit have added to the general dissatisfaction. Czechs are mainly dissatisfied with the government's handling of inflation, rising living…

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Government agrees on Síkela as new Czech EU Commissioner 4:01

2M ago4:01

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The Czech government has decided that the country's candidate for the next European Commission will be the current minister of industry and trade, Jozef Síkela. Prime Minister Petr Fiala said after a cabinet meeting on Wednesday evening that Mr. Síkela had a proven track record in both the private sector and government. I spoke with Viktor Daněk, d…

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“Democracy is always really hard”: Historian Snyder on freedom in US, Europe and beyond 15:25

2M ago15:25

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Yale historian Timothy Snyder was in Prague last week at the Plus and Václav Havel Library conference Borders of (Un)Freedom. The next day, he was interviewed by Czech Radio journalist Jan Bumba. They discussed topics ranging from the Republican nomination of Donald Trump as presidential candidate; how a Trump election might impact Europe and Russi…

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“He showed he loves his country”: Czech leaders respond to Biden move 2:17

2M ago2:17

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Senior politicians in Prague have been reacting to US President Joe Biden’s announcement that he will no longer seek reelection in the 2024 US presidential elections. The Czech prime minister called it the decision of a statesman, while the foreign minister said it reflected Mr. Biden’s love of his country.…

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Ukrainian journalist Sevgil Musaieva: “Czech people understand the threat of Russia very clearly” 12:17

2M ago12:17

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Sevgil Musaieva, a journalist from Crimea, Ukraine, is the editor-in-chief of Ukrainska Pravda and among the initiators of the creation of the KrymSOS web portal. Ms. Musaieva was in Prague to speak this week at the conference Borders of (Un)Freedom, headlining the event in a moderated discussion with Yale historian Timothy Snyder. I spoke to her a…

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End of an era: esteemed national newspaper Lidové Noviny no longer to go out in print 3:06

2M ago3:06

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One of Czechia’s cornerstone national newspapers is set to scrap its print edition after the summer. Up until now, Lidové Noviny was the oldest Czech daily still in print. But from September onwards, it will only be available online.

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Prague and Kyiv unveil plans to step up weapons production in Ukraine 3:08

2M ago3:08

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The Czech and Ukrainian governments on Monday signed a number of bilateral agreements opening the way for closer cooperation in arms production and the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said the two countries were building a “strong, strategic partnership” that would make Europe safer.…

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Snyder at Borders of (Un)Freedom conference: We should be asking when Russia will lose 3:52

2M ago3:52

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"Freedom is closely linked to unpredictability," said Yale Historian Timothy Snyder at a Prague conference titled Borders of (Un)Freedom held in Prague on Monday. The conference, organized by Czech Radio and Václav Havel Library, focused on the definition of freedom, the war in Ukraine and the growth of the far-right in Europe.…

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Human Rights in North Korea | Ambassador Julie Turner 35:34

3M ago35:34

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How does the United States coordinate with regional partners to promote human rights in North Korea? In this episode, we speak with Ambassador Julie Turner, the U.S. Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights at the Department of State. Ambassador Turner is globally recognized as an expert in human rights and democracy and has worked over the past…

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Expert: Babiš will be seen as pro-Russian over European Parliament group 4:49

3M ago4:49

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ANO leader Andrej Babiš recently founded a new group at the European Parliament with Viktor Orban. Regarded as a far-right bloc, Patriots for Europe also now includes the likes of Marine Le Pen and Geert Wilders – and this week was accused of being pro-Russian by the Czech prime minister. I discussed Mr. Babiš’s move with Viktor Daněk, deputy direc…

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Baggage crisis at Prague’s Václav Havel Airport gradually coming under control 3:06

3M ago3:06

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Prague’s Václav Havel Airport has been struggling to deal with a baggage-handling crisis that has affected thousands of passengers on both incoming and outgoing flights. The airports’ handling company is taking measures to correct the situation and a special helpline has been set up for passengers whose luggage failed to arrive.…

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Jimmy Doherty on tourism investment, customers & polar bears! 25:28

3M ago25:28

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During the Tourism Business Survey Seminar, held at ROARR! on 22 May 2024, the audience heard from some inspirational local business leaders on the tourism and hospitality sector. One of them is a familiar face on TV and in bookshops, and owner of Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park, Jimmy Doherty. Jimmy chatted to Chris Scargill about the changes he has …

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Pundit on new alliance in EP: Babiš is no longer pretending to be liberal 8:11

3M ago8:11

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Andrej Babiš' ANO party, Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party and Austria's FPÖ have announced the formation of a joint alliance in the European Parliament called “Patriots of Europe”. How much do they have in common and how much influence can they hope to wield? Those are some of the questions I put to political analyst Jiří Pehe.…

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Czechs and Canadians celebrate Canada Day in Prague 2:44

3M ago2:44

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On June 25, Canadian embassy officials, dignitaries, and friends met at the Kaiserstein Palace in Prague to preemptively celebrate Canada Day, which is on July 1. Guests at the event highlighted the strong bonds between the two countries and the special need for transatlantic unity as Russia’s war on Ukraine continues.…

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Postal voting one step away from approval after years of debate and rejection 3:07

3M ago3:07

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On Friday afternoon the Czech lower house finally approved a bill that has been years in the making – the introduction of postal voting for citizens living abroad. Czech expatriates have been waiting decades for this change to happen.

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TOURISM SURVEY SPECIAL: Pt 3 - Jimmy’s Farm, Byfords and Visit North Norfolk 49:34

3M ago49:34

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During the Tourism Business Survey Seminar, held at ROARR! on 22 May 2024, the audience heard from some inspirational local business leaders on the tourism and hospitality sector. Chris Scargill chaired a panel discussion on the day, and the audience heard commentary on the results of the survey and insight on other key issues impacting the sector.…

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Ep. 29. Nikola Tesla: Tragic Hero and Forgotten Prophet 2:22:35

3M ago2:22:35

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Most people today have heard of Tesla, the electric car company, and its controversial CEO, Elon Musk. Some might even know a bit about the company’s namesake: Nikola Tesla, the enigmatic genius who was responsible for promoting the electrical system that made our modern world possible. But the story of his rise to fame, incredible discoveries, his…

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Government unveils plans to send Czech astronaut to space 3:27

3M ago3:27

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The Czech government has announced that after nearly half a century, the country is ready to send another astronaut to space. The man preparing for the mission, which is expected to take place in five years’ time, is Czech fighter pilot Aleš Svoboda, a member of the European Space Agency’s astronaut reserve.…

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Nerudová, Síkela in frame for Euro Commissioner – which most fits bill? 4:10

3M ago4:10

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The Mayors party, who have a say in the matter under the coalition deal, have announced they will put forward both Danuše Nerudová and Jozef Síkela for next Czech European commissioner – with the government to decide on a candidate by August. I discussed the pair’s chances, and other aspects of the process, with Klára Votavová of the think tank Eur…

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TOURISM SURVEY SPECIAL: Pt 2 - Insight on results data from the Larking Gowen team 39:44

3M ago39:44

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During the Tourism Business Survey Seminar, held at ROARR! on 22 May 2024, the audience heard from some inspirational local business leaders on the tourism and hospitality sector. In this episode, Tourism & Leisure Partner Chris Scargill discusses the results of the survey in detail, with further insight from specialists Emma Hayward and Sarah Pick…

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Mobilizing Arctic expertise: Seven scientific themes for Arctic Frontiers 2025 33:44

3M ago33:44

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Science and expert knowledge are pivotal for meeting many of the environmental challenges, economic opportunities and geopolitical imperatives of the contemporary Arctic. The Arctic Frontiers conference reflects this fact through its selection of seven scientific themes that serve as pillars for the annual event held every January in Tromsø, Norway…

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