A horizontal state of mind

Indian filmmaker and artist Shaunak Sen has been invited to Switzerland to create art work on his favourite subject –sleep and horizontality. He has collaborated with Swiss artists to explore the theme. (Anand Chandrasekhar, swissinfo.ch)

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I cover food and agribusiness and have a special interest in sustainable supply chains, food safety and quality, as well emerging players and trends in the food industry. A background in forestry and conservation biology led me down the path of environmental advocacy. Journalism and Switzerland made me a neutral observer who holds companies accountable for their actions.

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A horizontal state of mind

Indian filmmaker and artist Shaunak Sen has been invited to Switzerland to create art work on his favourite subject –sleep and horizontality. He has collaborated with Swiss artists to explore the theme. (Anand Chandrasekhar, swissinfo.ch)

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