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9 things cruises do to be more sustainable

PressReader Team — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 18:54:20 GMT

The stats are in, and it's increasingly clear that sustainability is in demand.

According to a 2024 report from travel-advisor network Virtuoso, 42% of luxury travelers surveyed say they are willing to pay more to support environmentally friendly practices.

The PressPectives Podcast | Joe Revill: Can affiliate marketing and AI save print media?

PressReader Team — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 16:30:31 GMT

Joe Revill, Head of E-Publishing and Syndication at Are Media, discusses the company's transformation from a traditional print powerhouse to a leading omnichannel content and commerce platform in the Australian market.

The ongoing evolution of public libraries as community hubs

PressReader Team — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:00:00 GMT

On this blog we spend a lot of time talking about the roles that public libraries play in their communities, and for good reason; it's always a timely topic because those roles are constantly shifting and evolving.

The PressPectives Podcast | Esther Dyson: Why AI will never replace journalists

PressReader Team — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 18:21:57 GMT

In the first episode of the PressPectives podcast, Esther Dyson, a journalist, investor, the founder of Wellville and a PressReader board member, discusses AI's impact on journalism. While Dyson acknowledges AI's utility in tasks like processing press releases and gathering basic information, she emphasizes that true journalism—uncovering untold stories and holding people accountable—requires human insight and intuition, which AI lacks.

Bring seasonal fun to your branch with these library holiday programs

PressReader Team — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Can you believe it's December already?

The holiday season always seems to come out of nowhere, as if we hadn't been expecting it all year long.

Smart libraries in smart cities: Better urban living through big data

PressReader Team — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT

In this article we're going to explore the role that libraries can play in smart cities. Before we dive in, though, let's start by determining just what a smart city is.

IBM provides a succinct definition, defining a smart city as "an urban area where technology and data collection help improve quality of life as well as the sustainability and efficiency of city operations".

The PressPectives Podcast | Fionnuala Duggan: Inside The Economist’s online courses

PressReader Team — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:32:17 GMT

In this episode of the PressPectives podcast, Fionnuala Duggan, Executive Director Education at The Economist, divulges the strategy behind the renowned publisher’s online course portfolio targeted at mid-career executives.

Attracting new patrons, engaging existing ones and creating the libraries of the future

PressReader Team — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT

There's no question that we live in tumultuous times marked by entrenched political division. Librarians sometimes find themselves caught in the crosshairs, but it's important to keep in mind that libraries serve a higher purpose.

Enhancing patron and staff experience: The Internet of Things in libraries

PressReader Team — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT

The Internet of Things (IoT) is not a new idea. In fact, many sources trace the concept and the name back to a decade before the internet as we know it today even existed.

Ensuring workplace safety for library workers: Best practices and tips

PressReader Team — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:39:57 GMT

“One of the most important parts of any library isn’t the building or the collection — it’s the people who work in it."