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Food and Drink

Gruyere refers to style not location says US trademark ruling

American consumers do not associate the gruyere name with cheese made specifically from that region, said U.S. District Judge T.S. Ellis.

Climate

France: 'Warmest ever' end of year good for sunseekers, bad for skiers

Temperatures are 10 degrees above average in several French regions, while a lack of snow is posing problems for Alpine ski resorts.

Destinations

What happened when I went skiing in record snowfall at Crans Montana

This is what it's like skiing off-piste in the powdery pine forests of Switzerland.

Tech News

Hopes of a ban on ‘killer robots’ are dim as UN weapons group meets

A UN committee on weapons is meeting this week to regulate the development of “killer robots”. But some world powers oppose any strict limit or ban on such weapons.

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Switzerland

NGOs and activists call for a ban on the use of autonomous weapons

The move comes as the Sixth Review Conference of the Convention on Conventional Weapons (CCW), chaired by ambassador Yann Hwang of France, takes place in Geneva this week.

Switzerland

Swiss minister Ignazio Cassis chosen as country's next president

Switzerland’s presidency rotates every year among the seven members of the executive Federal Council.

Health news

Assisted dying pod you can 3D print yourself approved in Switzerland

A review of the pod found no legal obstacles preventing its use in Switzerland, but critics fear its goal to "democratise" voluntary euthanasia with AI brings new risks.

Switzerland

Switzerland votes to improve working conditions for nurses

"Through this vote, which was an overwhelming democratic mandate, the people have spoken," said Howard Catton, CEO of the International Council of Nurses.

Switzerland

Swiss voters back COVID-19 pass in bid to tackle rise in infections

62 per cent of Swiss voters backed a controversial COVID certificate in a national referendum on Sunday, official results showed.

Germany

German agency temporarily suspends approval of Nord Stream 2 operator

Kyiv argues Moscow is using the pipeline as a geopolitical tool against them.

Culture news

Marie Antoinette’s diamond bracelets sell for €7.2 million at auction

Diamond bracelets that once belonged to Marie Antoinette, King Louis XVI’s wife who was executed at the guillotine during the French revolution, have sold for €7.2 million at auction.

Focus

The Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève, 20 years of timeless masterpieces

Which small masterpieces will win at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie in Geneva? We take a look at some of 2021's finalist watches and at the watchmaking world of art and technology.

Experiences

I learned to make absinthe in Switzerland and now I hate it less

I don’t like absinthe so I went to Switzerland to learn more about it and to have a go at making my own.

Culture news

How brand strength rather than brand size can win the day at GPHG

Eighty-four watches are vying to be recognised the best in one of the 14 categories and for the most distinguished prize, the Aiguille d'Or. "Winning a GPHG prize in one of the categories represents a triple reward," says Brice Lechevalier.

Switzerland

From hotels to watches: the surprising versatility of a hospitality degree

In partnership with EHL

How are quality personnel trained for the hospitality sector and future managers taught to lead in other industries? We take a look at the world’s oldest hotel school adapting to today's job market needs.

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Philippos of Greece weds Nina Flohr in Athens

Philippos of Greece weds Nina Flohr in Athens

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A history of art & innovation: the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève celebrates its 20th anniversary

The Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix (GPHG) celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Considered the Oscar of watchmaking, the event enables enthusiasts to look back at previous winners of the Grand Prix de l'Aiguille d'Or, the most coveted award in the competition.

Nature

Lausanne discovers soil has been polluted with dangerous chemicals

The citizens of Lausanne, Switzerland are reeling after discovering that the soil in parts of the city has been intoxicated with dangerous chemicals for more than 60 years.

Culture news

Swiss Watch industry is embracing second-hand sales, report reveals

A new report by global accounting giant Deloitte released on Thursday reveals that demand for pre-owned luxury watches has increased.

Culture news

La Mif wins at Zurich Film Festival: inside the children's home drama

La Mif, also known as ‘The Fam’, is set for an international release after winning the ‘Focus’ competition at the Zurich Film Festival this weekend.