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Do you have an old phone at home? billions pile up in e-waste

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It turns out 5.3 billion phones will be thrown away this year alone

These devices, which aren’t recycled are part of a growing e-waste problem

A new study has found that people are keeping their old phones, rather than recycling them.

Of course, the minerals that are in our handheld devices need to be mined, which is causing concern among environmental activists.

There are nearly 16 billion mobile phones worldwide.

While only 17 per cent of the planet’s e-waste is recycled, the U-N wants that figure to climb to 30 per cent by next year.

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Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.

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Visitor industry embraces tech to transform venue exploration

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September 20, 2024

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Pladia, a forward-thinking digital platform, is transforming how visitors engage with spaces by integrating advanced technology to create seamless, interactive experiences.

The visitor industry is embracing digital technology to elevate guest experiences through enhanced navigation and personalised journeys.

Smart solutions such as guides, real-time data, and interactive tools are transforming how people explore spaces, offering improved accessibility and engagement.

As industries such as tourism, events, and hospitality embrace these innovations, they are poised to create more connected, seamless visitor journeys that bridge the gap between the physical and digital realms.

Andi Mastrosavas, Chief Executive of the world-first Experience Design software Pladia, joins to share their crucial insights into the visitor industry. #featured

Source: Pladia

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Politics in the workplace: Musk backs Trump, while his workers donate to Harris

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September 19, 2024

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Workers associated with Elon Musk’s companies, including Tesla & SpaceX have reportedly made substantial donations to Kamala Harris’ campaign, despite Musk publicly supporting Donald Trump.

Employees from Elon Musk’s companies have thrown their financial support behind Vice President Kamala Harris, despite Musk publicly backing Donald Trump.

This comes as Musk, one of the world’s wealthiest men, has voiced his support for Trump in the 2024 presidential race.

Even with their boss firmly on Trump’s side, employees from his companies are backing Democrats in the upcoming election. #featured #trending

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“All good here”: final message from doomed Titan sub revealed

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September 18, 2024

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The final message from the crew of the titan submersible revealed – the crew’s chilling final message was ‘all good here’, this coming through just moments before disaster struck.

The deep-sea craft was heading to the Titanic wreck when it lost contact and imploded less than two hours into its dive in June 2023.

A 15-month investigation has now led to a public hearing, aiming to prevent future incidents.

OceanGate, the company behind Titan, is facing tough questions about its safety protocols. #featured #trending

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