Polanksi Arrest Threatens Romantic Idea of Swiss Neutrality

Regarded as a place where wealthy terrorists, white collar criminals, and other unlawful types could flee to and not worry about pesky extraditions, Switzerland has historically billed itself as a safe haven and bastion of neutrality. But the recent arrest of child rapist Roman Polanski has changed all that and the country defined by chocolate, cheese, and nameless bank accounts could be in danger! Read more »

Swiss Gallery Hangs Nooses and Other Art

Neon nooses, a bicycle powered turntable, bathing nudes and butterfly covered canvases will be on display when Galerie Bertrand & Gruner opens their summer group exhibition later this week. Between Thursday and August 1st, the Geneva-based gallery will host work from artists including Richard Kern, Tom Fruin, Cynthia Westwood, Yarisal & Kublitz, and Hankang Huang.