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Conflict, climate change and AI get top billing at Davos

This year's motto for the week-long annual summit is 'rebuilding trust'.

15/01/2024

Work

AI to impact 40% of jobs around the world, IMF chief says

Kristalina Georgieva said now is the time to act to create a set of policies ensuring the impact of AI is beneficial not detrimental to humanity.

15/01/2024

Switzerland

More countries join talks on Ukraine peace formula, but not China

Ukrainian officials hailed it as a “good sign” that the number of participants in a string of conferences on Zelenskyy’s peace formula was growing.

15/01/2024

Switzerland

Pro-Palestinian activists hold first protest in Switzerland after ban

On the Global Day of Action for Gaza, protesters in Switzerland called for a permanent ceasefire in the region, accusing the country of being “complicit in genocide” despite its declared neutrality.

13/01/2024

Economy

Davos 2024: What the theme 'rebuilding trust' is all about

As we face an increasingly fractured and polarised world, this year’s World Economic Forum summit will look at ways of rebuilding and strengthening trust amongst global stakeholders.

11/01/2024

The Big Question

Learning languages helps you get ahead in business, says Nestlé Chair

The chairman of Nestlé, Paul Bulcke tells The Big Question’s James Thomas “To be part of or to really enjoy being in a country, there is no better way than speaking in the local language.”

08/01/2024

Business

UK hails post-Brexit finance deal with Switzerland

London financiers have largely lost access to EU markets, but the UK says its recognition of Swiss banking and asset management rules is 'ground-breaking'

21/12/2023

Economy

Swiss central bank leaves interest rate unchanged as inflation eases

The move comes on a busy day of central bank action in Europe, with the Bank of England, European Central Bank and Norges Bank announcing whether they will amend their own rates.

14/12/2023

Economy

Switzerland throws cold water on GDP growth predictions

Experts say Switzerland's economy will grow at a slower rate than expected in 2023 and 2024, but should accelerate the following year.

13/12/2023

Switzerland

Swiss police search for man who shot and killed two people

Police search for gunman who killed two people and left another injured in the Swiss town of Sion. It is a rare incident for the country.

11/12/2023

Economy

Here’s why Switzerland may not go for a minimum corporate tax rate

Switzerland may now be turning back on a minimum corporate tax rate, proposed by the OECD.

04/12/2023

Economy

Swiss economy grows as services sector provides support

The Swiss economy grew in the third quarter of 2023 with help from the services sector, although manufacturing continues to drag.

01/12/2023

Switzerland

Switzerland moves to ban Hamas and supports Israel's self-defence

The Swiss federal government has also allocated €93.36 million in humanitarian aid for the region at the beginning of November.

23/11/2023

Economy

Swiss government to assess the share of raw materials in GDP

Switzerland wants to take a closer look at its commodity trading and raw materials sector through the new figures.

22/11/2023

Art

'The artwork is not guilty': Swiss museum unveils Nazi era collection

A prestigious Swiss institution is attempting to navigate the troubled waters of displaying an art collection with questionable origins dating back to World War II and Nazi looted art.

13/11/2023

Lifestyle

Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève: Audemars Piguet wins Aiguille d’Or

The Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève award ceremony is the pinnacle of the Swiss watch industry calendar, where the crème de la crème of watchmakers presents their best timepieces.

09/11/2023

Health news

Parkinson’s patient walks unassisted thanks to spinal electrodes

The “game-changing technology” could help restore movement in people with advanced forms of the disease according to Parkinson’s researchers.

08/11/2023

Business

UBS shares up by 4% despite $785 million loss following Credit Suisse

UBS shares were up by 4% as the Swiss banking giant cut costs faster than expected while moving forward with its merger with rival Credit Suisse.

07/11/2023

Lifestyle

Watch enthusiasts switch gender stereotypes in favour of variety

Despite women owning and wearing watches since the 19th century, it’s still a sector that’s heavily focused on the male market. That, however, is changing.

07/11/2023

Switzerland

Newcomers ring the changes for cowbells in picturesque Swiss village

Two couples who recently moved to the Swiss village of Aarwangen want to ban the clanging of cowbells.

03/11/2023

Food and Drink

Swiss village hosts first ever Raclette World Championships

Over the course of three days, raclette lovers from around the world gathered in a small Swiss village, to attend the inaugural Raclette World Championships where almost 90 cheeses were put to the test.

31/10/2023

Focus

World's top watchmakers vie for the coveted Aiguille d'Or in Geneva

The countdown is on for the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie in Geneva, where 90 timepieces are in the running for 20 prizes, including the renowned Grand Prix de l'Aiguille d'Or.

27/10/2023

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Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève: Nominees for best timepieces 2023

Since 2001, the annual Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix has brought together the industry's the most presitigious actors, to celebrate creativity and excellence within the sector.

26/10/2023

Switzerland

Switzerland: Right-wing populists strengthen hold after elections

Climate change, rising health care costs and immigration were among the most important topics for voters as they went to the polls.

22/10/2023

Green News

Toxic forever chemicals found in almost half of Swiss groundwater

Groundwater provides 80 per cent of Switzerland's drinking water.

13/10/2023

Tech News

CERN opens new visitor centre to learn about groundbreaking work

Set in Swiss woodland at the CERN site, the new centre is designed to be a bridge between science with the outside world.

12/10/2023