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Threatened by war, Ukrainian paintings find safe haven in Switzerland

When Russia sent troops into Ukraine a year ago, the director of the Kyiv National Art Gallery had only one thing on his mind: the safety of the paintings.

Reuters

Nearly 1m people apply for asylum across EU in 2022, up 50 per cent from 2021

The EU Agency for Asylum said 966,000 asylum applications were made in the 27 EU countries as well as in Norway and Switzerland last year

The Independent UK

Europe's safest cities for travellers as one is 'lovely' holiday spot

One German city, which is known for its beet halls, has been ranked as the safest in Europe for single tourists.

Daily Record

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Swiss prepare new 140 million franc aid package for Ukraine and Moldova

The Swiss government is seeking parliamentary approval to send 140 million francs ($151 million) in further humanitarian aid to Ukraine and Moldova, the government said on Wednesday.

Reuters

When Switzerland Was the Location of Choice for Chinese Espionage

In the 1960s, Switzerland stood at the center of a global Chinese espionage network. Many Taiwanese diplomats could be blackmailed into collaboration because they had relatives living in China.

The News Lens

War in Ukraine tests long-standing neutrality of some European nations

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022 not only brought war to Europe once again but saw Sweden and Finland formally apply for NATO membership, a decided shift away from the long-standing policies of neutrality cherished by several European countries.

France 24

Swiss may face referendum on keeping cash

Swiss citizens are likely to vote in a future referendum on whether to enshrine the availability of cash in the constitution.

Bangkok Post

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Hiring more social scientists could be the solution to Canada’s innovation issue

Canada has been dealing with an innovation problem for decades. We are currently ranked 15th in the Global Innovation Index (GII) following Japan, France, Finland and Singapore. Switzerland is ranked first.

The Conversation

Swiss seek to confiscate $140 million linked to ex-Ukraine President Yanukovich

Switzerland has launched proceedings to confiscate more than 130 million Swiss francs ($140.89 million) linked to the entourage of former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich who was deposed in 2014.

Reuters

Wales clinch first win since Switzerland heartbreak with Pinatar Cup triumph

Wales Women began their Pinatar Cup campaign with a 1-0 win over the Philippines

Wales Online

A lifelong dream: Teen dancer returns from 'ballet Olympics'

Newcastle's Halle McGregor just returned from Switzerland.

Newcastle Herald

The New International Economic Order stumbled once before. Will it succeed a second time around?

Calls for a new approach to the management of global affairs intensified after the curtain came down on this year’s World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting held at Davos, Switzerland.

The Conversation

Ryan joins Switzerland ahead of SailGP round in Australia

The Coal Point product, who won Olympic gold in Tokyo and silver in Rio as part of the men's 470 class, will race in Sydney Harbour this weekend.

Newcastle Herald

East Midlands Airport gearing up for busy 2023

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Daily Mirror

Man with explosives arrested outside Switzerland parliament as capital evacuated

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The Independent UK

Man with explosives arrested outside Swiss parliament

Police in Switzerland’s capital say they have evacuated Parliament and related offices after a man in a bulletproof vest was arrested near one of its entrances and found to be bearing explosives

Daily Mirror

Assisted dying volunteer says she'd 'do it again' after going with woman to end her life

Sue Lawford was probed by Dyffed Powys Police after going with Sharon Johnston - who had been paralysed in a fall - to Switzerland's Dignitas clinic where she ended her life

AFP

Odermatt hails 'perfect timing' of first downhill win

Courchevel (France) (AFP) - Switzerland's Marco Odermatt was left hailing the "perfect timing" of his maiden downhill victory as he streaked to gold in the World Ski Championships in Courchevel on Sunday.

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Fortune

Inside one of the most iconic hotels in the Swiss Alps

February is a truly magical time to see and be seen in St. Moritz.

The Guardian - AU

Russia-Ukraine war: ‘no indication’ of direct military threat to Moldova or Romania, says US – as it happened

Comments from US come after missiles reported in Moldovan and Romanian airspace

Reuters

Switzerland rejects Spain's request to send Swiss-made anti-aircraft guns to Ukraine

Switzerland said on Friday it has rejected a request from Madrid to allow Spain to re-export Swiss-made anti-aircraft guns to Ukraine.

The Guardian - UK

Cacti replacing snow on Swiss mountainsides due to global heating

Invasive species proliferating in Valais is encroaching on natural reserves and posing a biodiversity threat

The Independent UK

Cleverly urged to act as Swiss set to return millions in seized funds to Russia

MPs have written to the Foreign Secretary demanding a challenge to Switzerland over a ruling to hand back laundered funds to UK-sanctioned Russians.

Bristol Post

Bristol Airport launches Zurich flights to link city with Switzerland and Alps

Bristol is apparently one of the most popular UK cities for Swiss visitors

Reuters

Analysis-Swiss neutrality on the line as arms-for-Ukraine debate heats up

Switzerland is close to breaking with centuries of tradition as a neutral state, as a pro-Ukraine shift in the public and political mood puts pressure on the government to end a ban on exports of Swiss weapons to war zones.

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