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After Davos, a race for money to stop climate change

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - US climate envoy John Kerry bluntly summed up in one word what the planet needs to avoid a global warming catastrophe at the World Economic Forum this week: money.

AFP

Western climate subsidies risk hitting emerging markets: IMF

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - The head of the IMF warned Friday that Western subsidies to combat climate change and encourage the transition to clean energy sources risked hitting the economies of the developing world.

AFP

Davos 2023: Is the EU energy crisis affecting the green transition?

The energy and cost of living crises were on top of the agenda at this year's World Economic Forum in Davos. Has the rush to cut off Russian fossil fuels helped or hindered European efforts to transition to green energy? We speak to Anders Opedal, the head of Norwegian energy…

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At Davos, Thunberg visit spotlights lack of climate action

Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg on Thursday slammed corporate bigwigs meeting in Davos, Switzerland for “prioritizing greed and short term economic profits” over people affected by the climate crisis

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Thunberg says Davos elite 'fuelling destruction of planet'

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg slammed business and political leaders attending the World Economic Forum in Davos on Thursday, saying it was "absurd" to listen to them while they fuelled "the destruction of the planet".

AFP

Ukraine President Zelensky says Vladimir Putin could be dead in bombshell speech

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, urging his allies to send more weapons to his army before new Russian offensives

Daily Mirror

Elon Musk Orchestrates Takedown of the Most Powerful Club in the World

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How an Australian coach helped mould Roger Federer into one of the greatest athletes of all time

Roger Federer retired as perhaps the greatest tennis player of all time, but he might never have got there without the help of his Aussie coach.

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NATO allies set to provide 'heavier weapons' to Ukraine

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - NATO countries are set to announce new "heavier weapons" for Ukraine, the alliance's chief said on Wednesday, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on his backers to speed up their decision-making.

AFP

UK millionaire says rich people like him should be taxed more

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - A rich Briton is among a group of millionaires in Davos pushing for governments to tax those like him more in order to bridge a wealth gap he warns is fragmenting the world.

AFP

Scholz stays silent on battle tanks for Ukraine

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday promised German support for Ukraine for "as long as necessary" but without mentioning tanks, despite international pressure on him to authorise their delivery to Kyiv

AFP

Sinema, Manchin back filibuster at Davos

The senators flew to Switzerland to attend ritzy conference filled with billionaires

Salon

'Tax us' say over 200 millionaires who back Oxfam's call to redistribute wealth

As the rich, famous and influential meet at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, aid agency Oxfam says billionaires should be made obsolete. And 200 millionaires agree. In an open letter addressed to world leaders, they say they want to pay more tax "for the common good".

Radio France Internationale

UN chief slams oil firms for 'big lie' on global warming

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres skewered oil firms on Wednesday for having "peddled the big lie" about their role in global warming, telling the World Economic Forum that they should be held accountable.

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Indonesia tells Myanmar to let ‘qualified people’ take charge

DAVOS, Switzerland: An Indonesian senior minister has urged Myanmar’s military to consider stepping back and letting “qualified” leaders govern the country that is in an economic free-fall due to sanctions and worsening civil strife.

The Independent UK

Elon Musk claims he skipped Davos because it ‘sounded boring AF’ - but organisers say he wasn’t even invited

The World Economic Forum says billionaire Elon Musk wasn’t on the guest list for the annual meeting of business executives, global leaders and cultural trend-setters in Davos, Switzerland — despite what the Twitter owner claims

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At Davos, Saudi Arabia says curbing oil dependency a priority

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - Saudi Arabia is working to reduce its reliance on oil exports, Economy Minister Faisal Al-Ibrahim said Wednesday, as the Middle East powerhouse sent one of the largest delegations to the Davos summit to make its case.

The Independent UK

Live updates | World Economic Forum gathering in Davos

Ukrainian first lady Olena Zelenska dabbed teary eyes before attending a World Economic Forum session in Davos, Switzerland, as she heard the news that a helicopter carrying Ukraine’s interior minister and other officials crashed in Ukraine

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US-China officials to meet on economy, aim to ease tension

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is set to sit down with her Chinese counterpart in Switzerland on Wednesday

Bangkok Post

Time to make the wealthy pay for development

The World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, has always been more than a little problematic. But in recent years, the annual gathering of the rich and powerful has become an increasingly wasteful exercise in vanity. What is the point of all those private jets, luxury hotels, and clinking…

AFP

In Davos, Ecuadoran activist seeks end to fossil fuel addiction

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - Ecuadoran Amazon activist Helena Gualinga has come to the meeting of global elites in the Swiss Alpine village of Davos with a clear message: companies must stop new fossil fuel projects.

The Independent UK

Davos organizers: Musk wasn't invited despite what he says

Manchester Evening News

Why Manchester United have set up shop at World Economic Forum

Man Utd are being represented at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland amid ongoing takeover talks.

Bangkok Post

China back to 'normal', says vice-premier

DAVOS, Switzerland: China has returned to normal after the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions, Vice Premier Liu He told the World Economic Forum on Tuesday as he invited "international friends" to visit the country.

AFP

Peter Schmeichel defends Man Utd presence in Davos

Davos (Switzerland) (AFP) - Manchester United great Peter Schmeichel on Tuesday defended the club's decision to set up a luxury lounge at the World Economic Forum in Davos this week which has sparked speculation that it is being used to market the team to potential buyers.

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