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Swiss court upholds Islamic scholar Tariq Ramadan's rape conviction

The federal court said on Thursday it had rejected Ramadan's appeal, which alleged procedural flaws and an "arbitrary assessment" of the evidence examined by the appeals court in Geneva.

28/08/2025

Experiences

Discover Switzerland through these one-of-a-kind journeys

Explore Switzerland off the beaten path with some of these immersive journeys taking you from dramatic Alps to peaceful valleys and lush meadows.

26/08/2025

Business

AI robo-delivery-dogs hit the streets of Zurich in Just Eat pilot

The Dutch food delivery company has teamed up with Swiss firm RIVR to deploy autonomous robot dogs for food delivery, piloting the tech first in Zurich and later in other European cities.

22/08/2025

Business

Swatch shares drop as Swiss watchmaker apologises for racist ad

Swatch share prices have been in a steady decline since a sharp peak in late July. Today's advertising misstep isn't going to help their recovery.

18/08/2025

Green News

Plastic pollution treaty talks end without an agreement

Nations have said they are deeply disappointed to be leaving Geneva without a treaty

15/08/2025

Green News

Global plastics treaty talks stall as deadline approaches

Nations remain divided on how to curb plastic production, threatening progress on a landmark global pollution agreement.

14/08/2025

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Protesters urge strong action on plastic pollution at UN talks

The World Wildlife Fund staged a conveyor belt of plastic waste outside the United Nations in Geneva on Wednesday, as countries sought to finalise the first global treaty on plastic pollution.

13/08/2025

Green News

Artist’s plastic sculpture at UN urges delegates to act on pollution

An evolving sculpture built from waste confronts negotiators as talks on a landmark plastic continue.

12/08/2025

Europe News

Delegates meet for last-chance talks to reduce plastic pollution

Delegates from 176 UN member states, NGOs, scientists and industrialists are meeting in Geneva until 14 August to negotiate an international treaty to reduce plastic pollution.

06/08/2025

Green News

Final push for global treaty to end plastic pollution begins in Geneva

With plastic production projected to triple by 2060, pressure is mounting to secure a binding agreement that tackles the crisis at its source.

05/08/2025

Business

Tariffs: 'Economic blow' for Switzerland coming if no new deal with US

The tariffs, which come into effect on Thursday, are estimated to affect around 60% of Swiss exports to the United States, its largest market for its exports of pharmaceuticals, watches, machinery and chocolate.

05/08/2025

Sport

Spain loses out to England on penalties at Women's EURO 2025

Spain and England finished 1-1 in the Women's EURO 2025 final, with England winning 2-1 on penalties. Spain dominated possession, but England's goalkeeper was exceptional.

27/07/2025

Europe News

Switzerland revives wartime bunkers amid heightened security concerns

The Swiss army has called on tech firms, researchers and startups to help turn these wartime bunkers into modern defence hubs using innovative and low-cost solutions.

21/07/2025

Art

Robot Ai-Da unveils portrait of King Charles III at the United Nations

Ai-Da, the world’s first ultra-realistic robot artist, used high-tech cameras in her eyes and a robotic arm to create a first-of-its-kind portrait of the British monarch.

17/07/2025

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Swiss dairy cooperative marks 10th anniversary with emoji-faced cheese

Milchmanufaktur in Einsiedeln celebrates its 10th anniversary with Emutschli, an emoji-adorned cheese, merging digital culture and traditional cheesemaking.

17/07/2025

Travel News

Meet the first people to cross the Alps by wheelchair

The 18-day journey coincided with a heatwave that brought temperatures of nearly 40°C to Switzerland and Italy.

11/07/2025

Health news

Swiss regulator approves first malaria treatment for newborn babies

Several African countries where malaria is widespread are expected to swiftly approve the new medicine following Swissmedic’s decision.

08/07/2025

Europe News

Switzerland indicts two men on charges of links to so-called IS

The suspects face charges including participation in a terrorist group, bribery of public officials and money laundering.

07/07/2025

Destinations

Why Zurich’s creative side makes it a top city break destination

While Basel shines during art week, Zurich offers travellers a year-round creative scene and cultural discoveries.

06/07/2025

Climate

Climate change is turning Switzerland's glaciers into ‘Swiss cheese’

Glacier shrinkage has wide impacts on agriculture, fisheries, drinking water levels, and border tensions when it comes to cross-boundary rivers.

25/06/2025

Europe News

'Iran didn't want a result' - Was Iran just playing with Wadephul?

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul held nuclear negotiations with Iran in Geneva. His mission was to de-escalate the Israel-Iran conflict, but he was unsuccessful. According to Middle East expert Ovens, "Iran is playing with the West."

21/06/2025

Switzerland

Iran's UN ambassador: Europe partly to blame for Iran-Israel conflict

In an interview with Euronews, Ali Bahreini said the diplomacy does still have a chance if Israel stops its strikes but also warned that Iran would target the United States if it chooses to come into the conflict.

19/06/2025

Economy

Swiss central bank cuts interest rate to zero to fight deflation

The step was widely anticipated but fuels concerns over a potential return to negative rates.

19/06/2025

Europe News

Dozens evacuated in Switzerland's Valais canton following mudslide

Residents of Val de Bagne woke up on Monday to new debris flows after a major mudslide forced around 30 people to evacuate.

09/06/2025

Experiences

Fancy a multi-stop train trip but no time to plan? Try a guided tour

Keen to save time on planning, Vicky Smith tried a guided train trip with small-group adventure company Intrepid.

07/06/2025

Europe News

Swiss villages on flood alert after glacier collapse buries Blatten

Focus has now shifted to the safety of those living near the Lonza River, which the regional government warns could flood as a result of dammed water flows caused by debris.

30/05/2025