activities

The theme this year focuses on celebrating “libraries and storytelling, with activities sharing traditional and contemporary Indigenous perspectives and narratives.”

The newest version of Sora adds sound effects and dialogue to videos, depicting Olympic gymnastic routines, scuba diving and other activities.

Many civil society groups, journalists, and political observers say the government has tightened control over the media, public gatherings and opposition activities.

Queuing for "pleasurable activities" - like shopping for luxury items, a bargain, or delicious food - creates a "distinctly different" feeling to queuing for something more mundane like buying your groceries, she says.

In 2023 new activities were added: "car rental", "lending of other machinery and equipment".