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Global Night Managers Showcased

Balancing Nighttime Safety with Vibrancy

UK Nightlife Missing out on 1/3 of Patrons

Saving Money Cited as #1 Reason

Pairing Food with Non-alcoholic Drinks

A New "sommelier" is Coming

Ireland’s 18th National Culture Night

A Celebration of Creative Culture

The Male Friendship Recession

A fifty percent drop in men with at least 6 close friends

Panama City Creates a "Social District"

Alcohol consumed in public with an authorized container

The Lesbian Bar is Facing Challenges

Meet the author who searched for the remaining lesbian bars

A Sound Plan in Dublin City Center

Pubs and clubs get soundproof funds

Nightlife App Promotes Venues

The largest UK nightlife app rewards patrons

Women's Nighttime Safety Improves

Dedicated officers reduce violence by almost 50%

UK Music Diversity Task Force

Local cultures produce revolutionary music genres

Reducing Gun Violence Requires Focus

A webinar on a laser-focused strategy on prevention

Are You Feeling Overwhelmed with Tipping?

POS tip screens put a strain between server and patron

The Return of the Third Place

Social gathering places enhance life in a neighborhood

Savannah Plan on Improving Life at Night

24 recommendations presented to city council

Innovation and Diversity Linked to Success

Diverse teams are 33% more likely to outperform competitors

Movie Theaters Key to Hospitality Success

Technology and the future of downtowns with movie theaters

Austin Security Accreditation Program

Security training and practices for Austin's Sixth Street

If You Build it Will They Come

Resistance from Sydney residents on nightlife goals

More Cities with Nighttime Governance

Detailed analysis of support systems for life at night

A New Book on Evidence Based Polcing

An important analysis of the future of policing tool

NYC City of Yes for Economic Opportunity

Zoning changes to support new and growing small businesses

Alliance Links Sustainability and Refugees

Sustainable Hospitality Alliance builds employment options

SF Plan to Revitalize Financial District

Will office workers come downtown as residents?

Alcohol-Free Nightlife

Sober Bars Elevate the Mocktail Experience for Sociability

Social Entrepreneurship and Sustainability

Overview of the role of societal emotional intelligence

Responsible Hospitality: A Game Changer

Sustainable practices are transforming the lodging industry

Canada's First Cannabis Training

Responsible cannabis service training coming to Canada

90% of Sydney Women Don't Feel Safe

Improved Transport Could Add Billions to Economy

Inside NYC Nightlife

In-depth analysis of NYC venues, technology and survival

Gen Z Prefers Old-fashioned IRL Dating

Moving away from dating apps to friends to find love

A Bad Sign for On-premise Social Venues

People are drinking more at home than in venues

Big Changes Planned in Des Moines

RHI's Assessment report presented to city and county officials

Peer Pressure Makes for Safer Nightlife

Sexual Harassment Training, Safe Spaces, and Good Music

NYC Nightlife Legend Interviewed at Summit

“Club King” Peter Gatien returns to NYC for a live interview

Foursquare Shares Nightlife Trends

Detailed report analyzes post-pandemic nightlife in US

A Night in the Life

How Night Mayor works to make Philly vibrant

Alternatives to Nightlife Restrictions

Orlando advocates push back against moratorium

NYC to Patrons: Switch off Face ID

NYC officials offer safety tips for gay bars

Orlando Bars Owners want Help for Police

5% surcharge proposed for downtown businesses

Pittsburgh Listens to Stakeholders

Testifiers discuss nighttime economy improvements

Three Step Guide for Life at Night

Insights for city managers on a plan for nightlife

A Cultural Shift in NJ Nightlife

News on perceptions that NJ nightlife is ending early

Des Moines Tackles Late-night Disorder

RHI working with city to improve safety on Court Avenue

DC's Multi-Agency Nightlife Task Force

Crime reduction in DC's nightlife districts

Revitalization Needed to Reduce Crime

Once popular Vancouver nightspot challenged with crime

A Place for the Queer Asian Community

New Ho Queen, an Asian collective is building community

Alcohol and Sociability in Online Chats

Alcohol does not increase online sociability

Government Called Upon to Help Nightlife

Industry seeks policy reforms and financial support

Orlando Proposes Ordinance to Limit Nightlife

City addresses nighttime violence with new venue policy

Nashville Joins Trend with a "Night Mayor"

Response to nightlife spiraling out of control

Charleston's New Rules to Stop Violence

Changes in Traffic and a Strategy to Reduce Risk

Edmonton Survey Seeks Public Input

Discovering a Vibrant Life at Night in Edmonton

Please Get Your Noise Our of My Ears

Sound Experts Share Insights on Sound

Save the Planet with Sidewalks

Social Life on Sidewalks a Sustainable Option

Atlanta Nightlife Past its Prime

Government's Role in Supporting Black Nightlife

Defining Social Venues in Orlando

Ordinance Defines a Nightlife Venue orRestaurant, or Nightclub

QR Code Menus and Socializing

New Menus Keep The Phone On The Table

Body Heat Converted to Energy

A nightclub turns dancers' body heat into energy

Police Seize Bar's Music System

India's Pune Police take Bar's Music System

Nashville Forms Entertainment Police

Unit to reduce overtime and build relationships

Night Shift Work Taking a Toll

Millions of night workers face health impacts

Boston Has Big Plans for Nightlife

RHI joins a conversation on Boston's plan

NYC Nightlife is in the Sober Spirit

Better conversations in NYC sober social venues

Driverless Rides in San Francisco

Only permits needed to charge passengers

Widespread Harassment of Women

Nighttime Workers Harassed On and Off the Job

Proposal to Extend Closing to 4 am

Thailand Minister Advocates Late Night to Boost Tourism

One in Three Nightclubs Face Closure

One in Three Nightclubs Face Closure by End of 2022

Hotspot Policing Used to Fight Violence

Denver and Other Cities Bring Back Old Policing Strategy

City of Sydney Awakens

Sydney Joins Cities to Build a Strong Social Economy

The City That Never Sleeps is Waking Up

NYC Nightlife Recovery is Brings New Experiences

Alcohol Sales Bounce Back in 2022

High Earners’ Spending Offsets Lower-income Declines

Stag and Hen Parties Generate Conflict

Residents Feel Unsafe Due to Pre-Wedding Parties

Improving Equity in Policing

The Center for Policing Equity Launches New Resources

RBS Training Comes to Nigeria

Responsible Beverage Service Training to Reduce Harm

Give Us the Night Presents Budget

Irish Volunteer Organization Outlines a 9 Point Strategy

How Organizations Resolve Conflict

Assess and Identify Conflict Situations and Resolve Them

George's Orwell's Favorite Pub Closes

Post-COVID Sound Sensitivity Threatens London's Pubs

Tamara Coorg Guests Learn Coffee Making

Eco-tourism destination Brings People Close to Source

'Terrace Economy and Nightlife at a New Level

Moving from Parklets and Streeteries to Terraces

Is Nightlife Dead for the Millennial and Gen Z?

Spending Time Socializing at Home Impacts Nightlife

Malcolm Gladwell

Remote Work Removes Social Connections Key Health

Shanghai Receives Nighttime Award

A China City Tops a Nighttime Economy Index

Independent Music Venues Project

Heritage music venues advocate for preserving culture

Bars Fighting Monkeypox

LGBTQ+ Community Receive Education and Vaccines in Bars

Crackdown on Noise in Houston

Solution for Residents or New Burden on Business

UK Industry Leaders Ask PM for Action

Hospitality Leaders Seek Support from Prime Minister

NOLA Names Nighttime Economy Director

Interview Provides Insights on Background and Goals

Denver's Neighborhood Seeks Solutions

Late-night Aggression Unites City and Business Leaders

Sober Curious Seek Innovation in Drinks

Creative Alcohol-free Drinks Provide More Choices

Ranking the Top Ten Nightlife Cities

Barcelona Tops the List with 639 Nightlife Attractions

Can New Orleans Return to 24/7?

COVID Forced Many 24/7 Businesses Cut Hours

Manchester Night Czar Has Warning

Many Pubs and Restaurants Need Government Support

Saigon Streets to Welcome Pedestrians

To Welcome Tourists with Pedestrian Zone

Demands to Keep the Cinema Open

Vietnam Advocates want Movies to open after midnight

Vancouver Getting a ‘Night Mayor’

Single contact for tourism, hospitality, and culture

Cities That Love the Nightlife

A thriving nighttime is critical for a vibrant city

After-hours Alcohol Permit

St Augustine Considers New Policy on Closing Time

Trouble After Dark?

Savannah City Council Commissions Plan on Nighttime Issues

Nighttime Violence

Solutions sought to end violence in nightlife district

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