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It’s one year since devastating earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria. Inside Geneva talks to search and rescue teams who were there:   Filip Kirazov, from Search and Rescue Assistance in Disasters (SARAID) says: “Every member of SARAID is a volunteer. So no one gets paid for any of the work we do. Our sole aim is to minimize human suffering, due to the impact of natural or manmade disasters.”   And to local business leaders who had tried to prepare for such a...

As Switzerland’s first female defence minister, Viola Amherd has overcome the masculine power structures of the Swiss Army. ⁠ ⁠ 🔗Tap here to to read more about her personal life and career. 👉 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/business/after-conquering-army--viola-amherd-steps-into-role-of-swiss-president/49089984 --- swissinfo.ch is the international branch of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SBC). Its role is to report on Switzerland and to provide a Swiss perspective on international...

From a campaign against street harassment to high speed on the ski slopes and rising prices for streaming services. 🚫🎿📺 Here are three news stories from Switzerland this week. What do you think about them? Let us know in the comments. And follow the links below to read more. 🎿Most Swiss skiers exceed 50km/h: https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/society/most-swiss-skiers-exceed-50km-h/49166644 📺 ‘Massive’ price increases for video streaming services in Switzerland:...

The International Court of Justice (the United Nations’ top court) is considering charges of genocide against Israel. The case was brought by South Africa. But is this really a case for the ICJ? Listen to our Inside Geneva podcast to find out: 🎧Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/14sWmD8Bq1dkiHtnaSedoD 🎧Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/a-look-into-south-africas-genocide-case-against-israel/id1506227169?i=1000642605195

Israel faces charges of genocide at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). But what is the legal definition of "genocide"? Listen to our Inside Geneva podcast to find out: 🎧Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/14sWmD8Bq1dkiHtnaSedoD 🎧Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/a-look-into-south-africas-genocide-case-against-israel/id1506227169?i=1000642605195

There has been a lot of talk about Israel being accused of genocide by South Africa. 🇮🇱🇿🇦🇵🇸⁠ ⁠ But what exactly is this case all about? And what is the legal definition of "genocide"? ⁠ In this video, we explain what the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is and does, and what the possible future developments of the case could be.⁠ ⁠ Tap here to listen to our Inside Geneva podcast where host Imogen Foulkes explains it all in detail. 🎧Spotify:...

Here are three news stories from Switzerland this week. 🎓The Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne is considering limiting places for foreign students 👉https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/elite-swiss-university-plans-to-limit-places-for-foreign-students/49148812 🇨🇳Switzerland has challenged China to improve its human rights record. 👉 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/switzerland-wants-greater-human-rights-effort-from-china/49151114 💍Swiss couples could soon have the option to choose...

The International Court of Justice (the United Nations’ top court) is considering charges of genocide against Israel. The case was brought by South Africa. Adila Hassim, the lawyer for South Africa, says: “Palestinians are subjected to relentless bombing. They are killed in their homes, in places where they seek shelter, in hospitals, in schools, in mosques, in churches and as they try to find food and water for their families." Israel is defending itself with vigour....

The Beaulieu exhibition centre in Lausanne was busy from the moment the doors of the Lausanne gun fair opened on December 1. Visitors came from all over the country – mostly men but families too – to stroll among the roughly 100 stands where they can find gun racks, modern and antique pistols, gleaming cutlery and survival kits. The event also attracts foreign visitors. The police forces of three Swiss cantons are on hand to handle applications for gun permits. Switzerland's...

Have you ever wondered if your weekly shopping is cheaper in New Zealand or Switzerland? Check out this video to find out! 🔗 And tap here for more on the Swiss salary illusion 👉 https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/business/swiss-salary-illusion--precarious-cost-of-living-sets-off-alarm-bells/48846648 --- swissinfo.ch is the international branch of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SBC). Its role is to report on Switzerland and to provide a Swiss perspective on international events. For more...