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Dr James M. Dorsey

Dr James M. Dorsey is an award-winning journalist and scholar, an Adjunct Senior Fellow at Nanyang Technological University’s S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, and the author of the syndicated column and blog, The Turbulent World of Middle East Soccer.

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Olympic Council cancels martial arts games after Thailand misses deadline

The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has announced the cancellation of Thailand's hosting of the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games (AIMAG) after the local organising committee failed to…

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Aug 20, 2024 Events / Sport /

 
 

UNSW safety research shows volunteer surf lifesavers have sole responsibility for patrolling NSW beaches just 14.4% of the time

Significant new research led by the UNSW (University of NSW) Beach Safety Research Group has revealed that volunteer surf lifesavers typically serve in a support role to professional…

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Aug 20, 2024 Nigel Benton Aquatics / Government / Recreation / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Coldplay, WWE, FIFA deliver $105 million into the Western Australian economy

Blockbuster events Coldplay, WWE and the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 matches boosted the Western Australia's economy by $105 million last financial year. Coldplay was the…

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Aug 20, 2024 Entertainment / Events / Finance / Sport / Tourism /

 
 

Catering Project secures contract for MSAC and Lakeside Stadium

The Catering Project Melbourne team has been awarded the catering services contract for Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) and Lakeside Stadium. This highly sought-after contract…

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Aug 20, 2024 Events / Hospitality / Venues /

 
 

TIA announces theme and keynote speakers for 2024 Tourism Summit Aotearoa

The theme and keynote speakers for this year’s Tourism Summit Aotearoa have been announced by Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA)  with the event taking place on 6th November 2024 at…

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Aug 20, 2024 Events / Tourism /

 
 

Drowning levels continue to increase despite ever increasing resources

Australia’s National Drowning Report 2024 shows that the nation has had another tragic year, experiencing 323 drowning deaths over the past 12 months, a number 14% higher than last year…

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Aug 20, 2024 Aquatics / Education / Government / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Thailand resort Trisara debuts innovative ‘slow-living’ retreat

Thailand wellness resort Trisara, located in Phuket, is debuting an innovative slow-living retreat aimed at helping guests move towards better cognitive wellness. The five-day WiseMotion…

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Aug 20, 2024 Hospitality / Tourism / Wellness /

 
 
 
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