https://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:39:23 +0200 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:39:23 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png https://www.euronews.com https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/swiss-voters-expected-to-reject-bid-to-enshrine-stricter-neutrality-in-constitution https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/swiss-voters-expected-to-reject-bid-to-enshrine-stricter-neutrality-in-constitution Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:24:09 +0200 Switzerland's traditional position is one of well-armed military neutrality, but Russia's war in Ukraine reopened questions over its non-engagement in foreign conflicts. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/23/alpaca-migration-woolly-travellers-make-their-way-down-from-the-swiss-alps https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/23/alpaca-migration-woolly-travellers-make-their-way-down-from-the-swiss-alps Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:29:38 +0200 Around 70 alpacas descend from summer pastures in Switzerland's Bernese Alps, crossing bridges and mountain roads before travelling to their winter farm. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/watch-this-the-winning-timepieces-you-couldnt-miss-at-this-years-us-open https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/17/watch-this-the-winning-timepieces-you-couldnt-miss-at-this-years-us-open Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:50:15 +0200 The US Open has become a must-see event for luxury watch fans eager to spot who's wearing what. Quaid Walker, CEO of the watch marketplace Bezel, picks out this year's standout models — from Zverev's Jacob & Co to Alcaraz's Daytona, not forgetting the Patek on Brad Pitt's wrist. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/11/several-dead-as-tourist-coach-overturns-in-eastern-switzerland https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/11/several-dead-as-tourist-coach-overturns-in-eastern-switzerland Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:42:43 +0200 A coach believed to be carrying tourists through one of Switzerland's most scenic Alpine valleys has crashed near the entrance to the country's national park. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/09/swiss-and-french-train-stations-named-among-best-in-europe-with-germany-free-falling-down- https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/09/swiss-and-french-train-stations-named-among-best-in-europe-with-germany-free-falling-down- Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:30:42 +0200 The latest European Railway Station Index ranks the top 60 busiest railway stations in Europe – and there are clear winners and losers. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/09/flower-crowned-cows-bring-alpine-tradition-to-gstaad-festival https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/09/flower-crowned-cows-bring-alpine-tradition-to-gstaad-festival Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:30:27 +0200 Decorated cows descend from Alpine pastures into Gstaad for Switzerland's Züglete festival, drawing crowds, music and visitors from around the world. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/07/un-rights-chief-urges-accountability-after-23-die-in-us-immigration-custody-in-2026 https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/07/un-rights-chief-urges-accountability-after-23-die-in-us-immigration-custody-in-2026 Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:24:44 +0200 A joint report by Human Rights Watch and Physicians for Human Rights in June said that the rate of people dying in ICE custody has reached its highest level in over a decade amid Trump's crackdown. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/02/swiss-rave-shooting-suspect-had-psychological-problems-police-say https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/02/swiss-rave-shooting-suspect-had-psychological-problems-police-say Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:25:51 +0200 Police said two pistols and an AK-74 rifle were found in the suspect's vehicle, with initial forensic analysis linking the weapons to cartridge cases found at the scene. https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/01/gphg-2026-our-favourite-luxury-timepieces-vying-for-top-watch-industry-awards https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/01/gphg-2026-our-favourite-luxury-timepieces-vying-for-top-watch-industry-awards Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:11:38 +0200 The Grand Prix d'Horlogerie has revealed its much anticipated official nominations for this year's edition and world tour and here are eight models you should be watching out for. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/one-dead-five-injured-in-shooting-at-swiss-rave-as-major-police-operation-unfolds https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/one-dead-five-injured-in-shooting-at-swiss-rave-as-major-police-operation-unfolds Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:18:33 +0200 In a statement earlier on Monday, the cantonal police said that partygoers were preparing to go home when several shots were fired "at a group of people." https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/big-finish-at-the-ijf-ecole-mont-olivet-grand-slam-in-lausanne https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/31/big-finish-at-the-ijf-ecole-mont-olivet-grand-slam-in-lausanne Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:54:53 +0200 The inaugural Lausanne Grand Slam concluded in style with spectacular judo, an inclusive kata demonstration and thrilling finals. Bozorov, Olek, Sulamanidze, Fontaine and Tasoev claimed gold as Switzerland celebrated a memorable first edition. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/30/lausanne-grand-slam-2026-switzerland-celebrates-a-historic-judo-day https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/30/lausanne-grand-slam-2026-switzerland-celebrates-a-historic-judo-day Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:18:16 +0200 Lausanne marked a major day for Swiss judo as the 2028 World Championships agreement was signed, the Grand Slam was officially opened and adaptive judo athletes joined the action. Aurélien Bonferroni’s bronze delighted the home crowd. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/29/lausanne-grand-slam-2026-opens-with-inclusive-judo https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/29/lausanne-grand-slam-2026-opens-with-inclusive-judo Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:39:38 +0200 The first day in Lausanne celebrated judo’s inclusive spirit, with adaptive judo athletes competing alongside World Tour stars. Marina Vorobeva, Yamato Fukuda, Gefen Primo, Kairi Kentoku and Eteri Liparteliani claimed gold medals https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/28/switzerlands-beznau-nuclear-power-plant-back-online-after-heatwaves-force-shutdown https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/28/switzerlands-beznau-nuclear-power-plant-back-online-after-heatwaves-force-shutdown Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:30:21 +0200 Reactor 1 was first brought online in 1969 and Reactor 2 in 1971, making it one of the oldest nuclear plants in the world. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/27/switzerland-intends-to-build-military-drone-battalion-by-2028-defence-ministry-says https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/27/switzerland-intends-to-build-military-drone-battalion-by-2028-defence-ministry-says Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:25:47 +0200 Switzerland's long-standing position has been one of well-armed neutrality and the European country has mandatory conscription for men. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/24/owner-of-swiss-bar-in-deadly-new-year-blaze-held-for-domestic-abuse-media-say https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/24/owner-of-swiss-bar-in-deadly-new-year-blaze-held-for-domestic-abuse-media-say Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:14:51 +0200 French couple Jacques and Jessica Moretti have been the focus of intense scrutiny since the fire ripped though their bar Le Constellation, in the Crans-Montana ski resort in the early hours of 1 January. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/23/gstaad-vs-st-moritz-skiing-scenery-and-apres-ski-which-swiss-resort-town-should-you-visit https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/23/gstaad-vs-st-moritz-skiing-scenery-and-apres-ski-which-swiss-resort-town-should-you-visit Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:07:56 +0200 Whether you’re serious about skiing or care more about après-ski, here’s what you need to know before choosing an Alpine stay in St. Moritz or Gstaad. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/21/swiss-apartment-block-fire-leaves-five-missing-and-eight-injured-police-say https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/21/swiss-apartment-block-fire-leaves-five-missing-and-eight-injured-police-say Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:19:57 +0200 Around 100 firefighters were sent to the scene, where crews were still working to extinguish the fire on Friday morning. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/21/swiss-village-lives-in-the-shadow-of-an-unstable-mountain https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/21/swiss-village-lives-in-the-shadow-of-an-unstable-mountain Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:45:49 +0200 Kandersteg, a picturesque Swiss Alpine village, sits beneath the unstable Spitze Stei rock formation, which could trigger a major landslide if it collapses. Scientists say rising temperatures are melting glaciers and thawing mountain permafrost, making slopes increasingly unstable across the Alps. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/20/swiss-tourist-sentenced-to-year-in-jail-for-insulting-balis-sacred-day-of-silence https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/20/swiss-tourist-sentenced-to-year-in-jail-for-insulting-balis-sacred-day-of-silence Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:45:25 +0200 During his trial, Luzian Andrin Zgraggen told the court he had never intended to insult the Hindu holiday or the Balinese people. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/20/river-swimming-in-spree-rhine-and-danube-what-switzerland-can-teach-us https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/20/river-swimming-in-spree-rhine-and-danube-what-switzerland-can-teach-us Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:14:10 +0200 Basel has spent decades making the Rhine safe for swimmers, while German cities are imposing bans. Could a growing European push to reclaim urban waterways change that? https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/19/swiss-government-eyeing-boosting-air-defence-budget-by-over-1-billion https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/19/swiss-government-eyeing-boosting-air-defence-budget-by-over-1-billion Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:40:07 +0200 Parliament, which has yet to approve the additional funding, still also needs to vote on a significant requested VAT increase through 2040 to finance the army's defence spending priorities. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/19/bodies-of-two-belgian-climbers-found-in-swiss-alps-34-years-after-disappearance https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/19/bodies-of-two-belgian-climbers-found-in-swiss-alps-34-years-after-disappearance Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:01:42 +0200 Wallis police keep records of people reported missing since 1925, mostly in mountainous areas and rivers. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/15/from-storied-st-moritz-stays-to-boutique-courchevel-properties-these-are-europes-best-ski- https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/15/from-storied-st-moritz-stays-to-boutique-courchevel-properties-these-are-europes-best-ski- Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:00:07 +0200 If you consider the hotel to be just as important as the slopes, these are the stays you should be booking this winter season. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/14/search-for-witnesses-still-active-over-fire-at-romanian-embassy-swiss-police-say https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/14/search-for-witnesses-still-active-over-fire-at-romanian-embassy-swiss-police-say Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:52:59 +0200 An employee from the embassy managed to put out the fire, before the Bern fire brigade deployed as a precaution and set up a fire watch at the scene. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/14/childs-play-french-artist-saypes-giant-ephemeral-frescoes-takeover-swiss-alpine-resort https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/14/childs-play-french-artist-saypes-giant-ephemeral-frescoes-takeover-swiss-alpine-resort Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:16:08 +0200 The latest works in a series of experimental and ephemeral paintings by French land artist Saype are currently on display on the high slopes of Swiss alpine resort Villars-sur-Ollon, however the works are starting to slowly disappear. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/12/are-you-the-travel-planner-of-the-group-you-could-win-a-free-trip-to-switzerland-itinerary https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/12/are-you-the-travel-planner-of-the-group-you-could-win-a-free-trip-to-switzerland-itinerary Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:10:48 +0200 New research from travel booking platform Klook reveals just how thankless the role of travel planning can be and has launched a global search for five planners keen on a chance to swap the spreadsheets for a Swiss getaway. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/11/as-lake-maggiore-runs-low-switzerland-steps-in-as-italy-faces-growing-water-shortage https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/11/as-lake-maggiore-runs-low-switzerland-steps-in-as-italy-faces-growing-water-shortage Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:54:19 +0200 Lake Maggiore is suffering from drought and Switzerland is increasing releases from Lake Lugano. Water is also scarce in Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto and the Marche: this is Italy's new emergency. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/10/from-zermatt-to-les-arcs-europes-top-10-ski-resorts-for-2026-according-to-tripcom https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/10/from-zermatt-to-les-arcs-europes-top-10-ski-resorts-for-2026-according-to-tripcom Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:21:38 +0200 Trip.com’s ranking of Europe’s best ski resorts for 2026 include picks in Switzerland, France and Austria, each offering experiences on and off the slopes and sweeping alpine views. https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/how-heatwaves-are-reshaping-switzerlands-glaciers https://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/how-heatwaves-are-reshaping-switzerlands-glaciers Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:32:47 +0200 Switzerland's Rhône Glacier has lost more than four metres of ice in just one month after two periods of extreme heat in June and July. According to GLAMOS, the glacier has been melting at an average rate of around 10 centimetres a day, with low winter snowfall leaving the ice especially vulnerable. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/like-a-bird-flying-you-can-now-soar-on-a-giant-swing-over-the-swiss-alps https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/like-a-bird-flying-you-can-now-soar-on-a-giant-swing-over-the-swiss-alps Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:57:23 +0200 The 12m-high swing opened earlier this month and hopes to attract off-season visitors as snow becomes less reliable due to climate change. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/23/giant-swing-offers-breathtaking-ride-above-the-swiss-alps https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/23/giant-swing-offers-breathtaking-ride-above-the-swiss-alps Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:10:05 +0200 A giant swing opens at 2,110 metres on Switzerland's Grand Chamossaire peak, offering tourists an aerial ride above the Alps in Villars. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/15/despite-crises-and-fears-why-are-80-of-swiss-people-so-optimistic https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/15/despite-crises-and-fears-why-are-80-of-swiss-people-so-optimistic Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:05:50 +0200 A new survey shows that most people in Switzerland remain surprisingly optimistic about the future despite global crises, with German speakers and older citizens especially happy with their lot if life. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/14/google-gives-swiss-android-users-fewer-search-options-than-their-eu-counterparts-regulator https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/14/google-gives-swiss-android-users-fewer-search-options-than-their-eu-counterparts-regulator Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:06:18 +0200 Swiss Android users no longer get to choose their default search engine when setting up a new phone. Their EU neighbours still do. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/12/argentina-fans-erupt-as-messis-men-reach-world-cup-semifinal https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/12/argentina-fans-erupt-as-messis-men-reach-world-cup-semifinal Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:02:17 +0200 Argentina fans celebrate in Buenos Aires after a dramatic 3-1 extra-time win over ten-man Switzerland sends the defending champions into the World Cup semifinals. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/11/travel-like-an-f1-driver-esteban-ocon-reveals-his-favourite-holiday-spots-ahead-of-the-sum https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/11/travel-like-an-f1-driver-esteban-ocon-reveals-his-favourite-holiday-spots-ahead-of-the-sum Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:00:52 +0200 In an interview with Euronews Travel, Haas F1 driver Esteban Ocon spoke about his favourite places in his homeland France and adopted home of Switzerland. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/quite-reliable-weather-proverb-how-harsh-summer-heat-hits-people-and-animals-this-summer https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/quite-reliable-weather-proverb-how-harsh-summer-heat-hits-people-and-animals-this-summer Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:05:37 +0200 10 July is a little-known day of farming weather lore, said to forecast conditions and further heat in the weeks ahead. Why do meteorologists see this “Seven Brothers Day” as fairly reliable? https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/08/argentina-survives-major-scare-from-egypt-and-heads-into-world-cup-quarterfinals-against-s https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/08/argentina-survives-major-scare-from-egypt-and-heads-into-world-cup-quarterfinals-against-s Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:44:30 +0200 Trailing 2-0 against Egypt with 11 minutes of regular time to play on Tuesday, the defending champions rallied for an improbable 3-2 victory and a spot in the quarterfinals against Switzerland, which defeated Colombia in a penalty shootout. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/05/italy-could-be-the-next-country-to-build-a-solar-railway-after-switzerlands-successful-tri https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/05/italy-could-be-the-next-country-to-build-a-solar-railway-after-switzerlands-successful-tri Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:00:10 +0200 Solar railways could soon become commonplace in Europe, following a successful trial in Switzerland. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/this-steam-railway-that-travels-through-the-swiss-alps-is-celebrating-its-100th-anniversar https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/this-steam-railway-that-travels-through-the-swiss-alps-is-celebrating-its-100th-anniversar Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:19:33 +0200 The steam trains now operate exclusively as a tourist attraction in the summers between the stations of Realp and Oberwald. https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/01/legendary-st-bernard-rescue-dogs-still-roam-the-swiss-alps https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/01/legendary-st-bernard-rescue-dogs-still-roam-the-swiss-alps Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:50:45 +0200 The famous St. Bernard rescue dogs continue to walk the mountain trails of the Great St. Bernard Pass as Barryland, the world's only theme park dedicated to the breed, celebrates its first anniversary. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/30/switzerland-returns-18-looted-benin-bronzes-to-nigeria https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/30/switzerland-returns-18-looted-benin-bronzes-to-nigeria Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:48:28 +0200 Three Swiss museums have returned 18 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, a new step in the African's country decades-long struggle to repatriate its looted cultural heritage. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/30/hot-dogs-in-first-class-fast-food-classic-goes-gourmet-on-swiss-firsts-in-flight-menu https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/30/hot-dogs-in-first-class-fast-food-classic-goes-gourmet-on-swiss-firsts-in-flight-menu Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:02:56 +0200 The ‘bastardo’ hot dog will be available in SWISS First on all flights departing Switzerland until 1 September. https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/29/swiss-yodellers-rehearse-in-public-fountains-as-basel-swelters https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/29/swiss-yodellers-rehearse-in-public-fountains-as-basel-swelters Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:00:31 +0200 Basel’s national yodelling festival unfolds during a heatwave as performers sing in fountains, compete across the city and close with street parades. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/28/swiss-glaciers-melting-at-alarming-rate-in-june-as-europe-faces-extreme-heat https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/28/swiss-glaciers-melting-at-alarming-rate-in-june-as-europe-faces-extreme-heat Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:42:13 +0200 All snow and ice accumulated over the past winter is expected to have melted by Monday. Over the past century, this tipping point usually only arrives in mid-August on average. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/25/mexico-switzerland-and-brazil-top-their-groups-after-final-matchday-of-world-cup-group-sta https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/25/mexico-switzerland-and-brazil-top-their-groups-after-final-matchday-of-world-cup-group-sta Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:06:45 +0200 Brazilian superstar Neymar Jr made an emotional World Cup debut after earlier doubts saw him on the cusp of missing out due to a recent string of injuries and unconvincing performances. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/23/european-playcations-alpine-ski-resorts-where-you-can-also-play-golf https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/23/european-playcations-alpine-ski-resorts-where-you-can-also-play-golf Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:00:08 +0200 Pack away your skis and dust off your clubs at these stunning golf destinations in the Swiss and Austrian Alps. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/22/lower-level-technical-talks-to-continue-as-first-round-of-direct-us-iran-negotiations-wrap https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/22/lower-level-technical-talks-to-continue-as-first-round-of-direct-us-iran-negotiations-wrap Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:36:45 +0200 Iran’s top diplomat hailed mediators Pakistan and Qatar’s efforts over what he called “major progress” to end the continued Israeli offensive on Lebanon, despite a fragile truce. The comments came after Iran and the US kickstarted a 6-day negotiating window to permanently end the war. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/21/us-and-iranian-delegations-arrive-in-switzerland-for-peace-deal-talks https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/21/us-and-iranian-delegations-arrive-in-switzerland-for-peace-deal-talks Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:19:09 +0200 "We're going to hopefully make progress on the nuclear issue, make progress on the Lebanon ceasefire issue," US Vice President JD Vance told reporters. https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/19/mexico-secures-ticket-to-knockout-stages-as-canada-breeze-past-qatar-with-ruthless-6-0-win https://www.euronews.com/2026/06/19/mexico-secures-ticket-to-knockout-stages-as-canada-breeze-past-qatar-with-ruthless-6-0-win Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:01:07 +0200 Mexico became the first team to secure a knockout rounds ticket after beating South Korea 1-0 to top Group A with six points on matchday two of the group stages.