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Suspense surrounds Swiss anti-immigration vote

Switzerland is set to vote on a controversial anti-immigration proposal aimed at capping its population below 10 million. The hard-right Swiss People's Party initiative faces strong opposition, with critics warning of economic chaos and strained EU relations. A close result is expected, with potential implications for free movement agreements.

The Economic Times

Business, unions oppose Swiss immigration cap push

ZURICH - Swiss business leaders and unions are mobilising ahead of a public vote on Sunday on capping immigration, which has triggered fears of dire impacts on employment and trade relations with the European Union.

Bangkok Post

Businesses and unions unite against Swiss immigration cap ahead of Sunday referendum

The initiative faces broad opposition across the government, parliament and business sector, but opinion polls suggest the vote could be tight.

Euronews

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Is Switzerland tired of prosperity? I can think of no other reason for our next foolish referendum

Capping the population at 10 million is a far-right fantasy. It would dismantle the openness that has made the country rich, says Guardian Europe contributor Joseph de Weck

The Guardian - UK

Swiss healthcare united against immigration cap plan

At a Swiss nursing home, Marcelle Mivelaz celebrated her 80th birthday surrounded by friends, as a team of mostly foreign nurses and caregivers ensured the day ran smoothly. "If there aren't enough caregivers, our healthcare system is headed for disaster," Carine Savioz, a Swiss nurse at the Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne home, told…

The Economic Times

Switzerland to vote on proposal to cap population at 10 million by 2050

Switzerland will vote on capping its population at 10 million by 2050, a right-wing Swiss People's Party plan that pits immigration limits against labour needs.

Euronews

Switzerland to vote on far-right proposal to cap population at 10 million

Referendum on immigration limit could threaten EU agreements and cripple economy, say Swiss businesses

The Guardian - UK

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Silicon Valley data centers totalling nearly 100MW could 'sit empty for years' due to lack of power — huge installations are idle because Santa Clara can't cope with surging electricity demands

In the heart of Silicon Valley, two freshly built data centers designed for the world’s most power-hungry computing workloads are standing empty.

Tom’s Hardware

Investing in Trust: Social Venture Partners' Unique Approach to Philanthropy

Rather than treating grants as one-off fixes, SVP affiliates prioritize unrestricted funding and long-term relationships that stabilize nonprofits and scale the strategies that tackle root causes.

International Business Times

Why it’s not a problem that dinosaurs are sold for millions of dollars – art historian

A juvenile dinosaur fossil, Ceratosaurus nasicornis, has sold at Sotheby’s New York for US$30.5 million (£22.7 million). It is part of a recent resurgence of art-market interest in fossils and natural history – palaeontology and geology especially. Indeed, this latest dinosaur sale was part of an auction specifically dedicated to…

The Conversation

'You're a Real One For That': Tyrese Haliburton Loved Seeing SVP Own Pacers Doubts

Haliburton appreciated Van Pelt admitting he underestimated the Pacers.

Sports Illustrated

Scott Van Pelt’s ‘Real or Fake TruTV Shows’ Is Amazing Television

SVP and Stanford Steve take on TruTV’s programming, leading to a phenomenal bit on ESPN.

Sports Illustrated

EU, Swiss Hail 'Historic' New Deal Resetting Relations

The European Union and Switzerland announced Friday they had sealed a new set of agreements aimed at recalibrating relations between the two neighbours.

International Business Times

Swiss president 'optimistic' about EU deal this year

Switzerland's president says she remains hopeful that a deal can be reached this year resetting relations with the neighbouring European Union, despite continued disagreement on issues like immigration.

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Xiaomi 15 will be first Snapdragon 8 Elite phone to launch globally

Xiaomi's SVP Adam Zeng discussed what consumers can expect from the 15 series.

International Business Times

EU Not An 'A La Carte Menu', Members Tell Switzerland

EU ministers on Tuesday rejected a push by non-member Switzerland to add a clause to bilateral agreements under negotiation that would allow it to place limits on immigration from the bloc.

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Viral Picture Of Politician Firing At Jesus And Mary Painting Leads To Forced Resignation

Swiss politician Sanija Ameti resigned after she used a painting of Jesus and Mary as a target practice. The post Viral Picture Of Politician Firing At Jesus And Mary Painting Leads To Forced Resignation first appeared on Bored Panda.

International Business Times

Swiss Cities Battle To Host Eurovision 2025 - Or Not

Swiss singer Nemo's 2024 Eurovision victory means Switzerland gets to host the glitzy TV extravaganza next year -- though battles are now raging over footing the bill.

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The Guardian - UK

Swiss right seeks to block Eurovision’s ‘celebration of satanism and occultism’

Conservative groups hope to force local referendums in potential host cities for 2025 song contest

International Business Times

Swiss Renewable Energy Battle Moves To The Ballots

Switzerland's largest wind farm, sitting astride the ridge of the Jura mountains by the French border, consists of only 16 turbines -- tiny compared to those of other European countries.

Radio France Internationale

Swiss parliament votes to ban extremist symbols and gestures

Swiss lawmakers have voted in favour of banning the display of extremist and racist symbols, starting with those of a Nazi nature.

International Business Times

Swiss Parliament Wants Ban On Extremist Symbols

Swiss lawmakers on Wednesday voted in favour of banning the display of extremist and racist symbols, starting with those of a Nazi nature.

International Business Times

Swiss Move Towards Vote On Reinforcing Neutrality

Switzerland is set to vote on reinforcing its neutrality, campaigners said Wednesday, Russia's war in Ukraine having reopened questions over the country's long-standing position on non-engagement in foreign conflicts.

Radio France Internationale

Swiss hard right largest in elections, pledges pragmatism

The hard-right Swiss People's Party, which wants to tackle mass immigration and political correctness, vowed Monday to seek pragmatic solutions with other parties after comfortably winning Switzerland's general election.

France 24

Swiss anti-immigration party rebounds to become largest parliamentary faction

Switzerland's anti-immigration Swiss People's Party rebounded from searing losses four years ago to become the largest parliamentary faction after the election, official results showed, as two environmentally-minded parties lost ground despite record glacier melt in the Alpine country.

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