UK human rights record and Rwanda deportation plan attacked at UN review Treatment of asylum seekers and shredding of Human Rights Act come under fire in Geneva The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022
Michael Schumacher's legendary title-winning Ferrari sold for record price at auction Michael Schumacher made history in 2003 as he secured his sixth world championship and the famous car he drove to victory has been sold at an auction in Geneva Daily Mirror · Nov 9, 2022
Fortune Pink diamond sells for more than B1bn GENEVA: The Fortune Pink diamond, an exceptionally rare giant gemstone, sold for more than 1 billion baht at auction in Geneva on Tuesday to a private Asian collector. Bangkok Post · Nov 8, 2022
UN hearings probing alleged Israeli rights abuses open in Geneva The outlawing of Palestinian rights groups and killing of Al Jazeera journalist will be in focus during the hearings. Al Jazeera · Nov 7, 2022
Palestinian rights group accuses Israel of 'mafia methods' as U.N. hearings open A Palestinian human rights group told a U.N. panel on Monday it had been subject to threats and "mafia methods" during a campaign of harassment organised by Israel to silence groups documenting alleged Israeli rights violations. Reuters · Nov 7, 2022
Michael Schumacher's title-winning Ferrari car tipped to fetch up to £8m at auction Michael Schumacher starred in a number of iconic Ferrari cars throughout his remarkable career and one of them is going up for auction for a hefty price in Geneva. Daily Mirror · Nov 5, 2022
Michael Schumacher’s Winning Ferrari up for Auction in Geneva The Ferrari driven to five race victories by Michael Schumacher during his World Championship-winning 2003 Formula 1 season is being auctioned next week in Geneva, auction house Sotheby's said on Friday. The red "Chassis 229" Ferrari raced by German world champion driver Schumacher nine times could fetch up to $9.4… Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 4, 2022
The thinking behind Spence Petros catching his biggest Geneva Lake muskie Some insight into how Spence Petros thinks about fishing in how he caught his biggest Geneva Lake muskie. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 2, 2022
WHO suspends senior manager after sexual assault complaint-sources The World Health Organization (WHO) has suspended a senior manager at its Geneva headquarters after a British doctor publicly alleged she was sexually assaulted at a health conference last month, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. Reuters · Nov 1, 2022
Tigray peace talks to be held after WHO warns of genocide risk Ethiopian has announced that peace talks on the two-year war in Tigray are to start in South Africa next week. The news comes a day after the WHO warned that urgent "action" was needed to prevent "genocide" in the region. Radio France Internationale · Oct 20, 2022
As many as 23 children killed during Iran protests, UN rights office says As many as 23 children have been killed in ongoing mass protests in Iran, a spokesperson for the United Nations human rights office told a briefing in Geneva on Tuesday. Reuters · Oct 18, 2022
UN rights chief 'deeply troubled' by escalation of the war in Ukraine Recently appointed United Nations rights chief, Volker Turk, voiced alarm at the escalating conflict in Ukraine when he arrived at his post in the Swiss capital Geneva on Monday, insisting that civilians must be protected. Radio France Internationale · Oct 17, 2022
Teens Tackle 21st-century Challenges at Robotics Contest For their first trip to a celebrated robotics contest for high school students from scores of countries, a team of Ukrainian teens had a problem. With shipments of goods to Ukraine uncertain, and Ukrainian customs officers careful about incoming merchandise, the group only received a base kit of gadgetry on… Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 17, 2022
Matt Kuczaj’s late heroics lead Wheaton North past Geneva The Falcons won a thriller 20-13 thanks to two huge plays from wide receiver/defensive back Matt Kuczaj. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 15, 2022
Reuters · Oct 13, 2022 Exclusive-Russia is prepared to quit Black Sea grains deal, writes to UN with demands Moscow has submitted concerns to the United Nations about an agreement on Black Sea grain exports, and is prepared to reject renewing the deal next month unless its demands are addressed, Russia's Geneva U.N. ambassador told Reuters on Thursday.
Reuters · Oct 5, 2022 Major U.N. powers question Pacific islanders' call for nuclear legacy help Nuclear powers have criticized an effort led by the Marshall Islands at the United Nations to seek help on dealing with the consequences of nuclear testing, sources following the talks involving countries including the United States, Britain, Russia, India and China told Reuters.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 4, 2022 Merkel Wins UN Refugee Agency Award over Welcome of Syrians The UN refugee agency said Tuesday it's giving its highest award to former German Chancellor Angela Merkel for her efforts to welcome more than 1 million refugees — mostly from Syria — into Germany, despite some criticism both at home and abroad. Matthew Saltmarsh, spokesman for the UN High Commissioner…
Reuters · Oct 4, 2022 U.S. Treasury seeks phased G7 oil sanctions as EU ban looms G7 sanctions on Russia will target its oil and products in three phases, senior U.S. treasury official Ben Harris said on Tuesday, as the bloc seeks to limit unintended economic damage while curbing Moscow's funds to wage war in Ukraine.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 2, 2022 UPEACE Grants Honorary Doctorate to Bahraini Official The University for Peace (UPEACE) has granted the Honorary Doctorate to the Secretary-General and Vice Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Higher Education Council, Sheikha Dr Rana bint Isa bin Daij Al Khalifa. Chairperson of UPEACE Board of Trustees and former Director General of UNESCO Irina Bokova, UPEACE…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 26, 2022 US, UK Seek UN Human Rights Debate About China's Xinjiang Countries including the United States and the United Kingdom are calling for a debate at the UN Human Rights Council to discuss concerns about China's treatment of Uyghurs and other Muslims in the far western region of Xinjiang, a document showed and diplomats said on Monday. A group of countries…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 26, 2022 Rare Pink Diamond to Go Under Hammer in Geneva The Fortune Pink, an exceptionally rare giant gemstone, will be auctioned in Geneva in November when it is expected to go for up to $35 million (36 million euros), auctioneers said Monday. At over 18 carats, the vividly colored gem is the largest pear-shaped pink diamond of its quality ever…
Bristol Post · Sep 25, 2022 Switzerland ski holiday: Enjoy a safari on top of the world With unparalleled vistas, impressive slopes and a foodies' heaven, head to Nendaz to try out a ski trip with a difference.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 23, 2022 Saudi Delegation to UN in Geneva Celebrates 92nd National Day The permanent delegation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations in Geneva, the Kingdom's mission to the World Trade Organization (WTO), and the Kingdom's Consulate General in Geneva celebrated the 92nd National Day on Friday, reported the Saudi Press Agency.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2022 China ready for ‘fight’ over international action on Xinjiang human rights abuses Threat comes as UN member states meet in Geneva amid pressure to take action on a damning report on abuse of Uyghurs
The Hindu · Sep 22, 2022 India defends its decision to ban rice, wheat exports at WTO At a meeting in Geneva, the U.S. and the European Union raised questions over India’s decision to ban export of wheat and rice, stating it could have adverse implications on global markets