Travel News Expats in Europe have the best quality of life in these cities The ranking sees Switzerland claiming four spots in the top 10. 05/12/2024
Economy Swiss GDP grows underwhelmingly as manufacturing remains weak The Swiss economy is expanding slowly, buoyed by trade but hit by weak manufacturing figures. 29/11/2024
Europe News Switzerland and EU near agreement on cohesion payments, say diplomats Ongoing negotiations between the EU and Switzerland are focused on the country's contribution payments, which Switzerland makes to gain partial access to the EU's internal market. 28/11/2024
Culture news Eurovision 2025: Basel referendum validates funding amidst opposition Voters in the Swiss city of Basel on Sunday approved putting €37.5 million into hosting the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. With funding approved, the annual event will proceed, despite strong opposition from conservatives. 25/11/2024
Europe News Voters in Switzerland say no to bigger motorways The federal government argues that the volume of traffic on the motorway network has increased more than five times over the past sixty years. 24/11/2024
Culture news Swiss esports event cancelled after anti-abortion comment An event billed as Switzerland's biggest esports competition has been cancelled after the host team's founder posted an anti-abortion comment on social media, triggering outrage that led three rival squads to pull out. 18/11/2024
Cult GPHG 2024: Fine watchmaking celebrates this year's best creations As it does every autumn, the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) is set to honour the year's most outstanding timepieces. The 24th awards ceremony will take place on 13 November at the Théâtre du Léman and will be broadcast live on Euronews.com. 07/11/2024
No Comment Austrian team sets record at top of Swiss Verzasca dam The Austrian team of Jessica Pilz and Jakob Schubert triumphed in the Red Bull Dual Ascent 2024 competition at the Verzasca dam in Switzerland. 05/11/2024
No Comment Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève: the 90 competing timepieces on display Back from a touring exhibition, 90 of the world's finest contemporary watches are on display in Geneva, just a few days before the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), which each year rewards the most ambitious watchmaking creations. 31/10/2024
No Comment Austrian pilot breaks records over Swiss Alps Austrian wingsuit pilot Peter Salzmann has set three new BASE jump world records using an innovative wingsuit foil, flying 12.5 km from Switzerland's Jungfrau mountain. 29/10/2024
Business Pharma giant Novartis raises forecast on strong drugs demand The Swiss company reported a strong performance and a major boost in sales of its products. 29/10/2024
Experiences Explore Swiss Alpine beauty on this magical winter rail trip Visit a rotating mountain restaurant and Europe’s highest station on this epic winter railway tour. 25/10/2024
Culture news Eurovision 2025: Netherlands to return without Joost Klein The singer, who was one of the favourites to win this year's Eurovision Song Contest, was booted out in Malmö following accusations of misconduct. The case was dropped due to lack of evidence, but despite rumours suggesting he would return, Klein has declined to be the 2025 Dutch entry. 24/10/2024
Algeria Swiss tourist murdered during tour of Algeria Authorities in Switzerland decry "violent death" of its citizen. 23/10/2024
Travel News European ski resort named best in world with prices from €30 Five ski resorts in Switzerland feature in the top 20 rankings, whilst Austria has 12. 23/10/2024
Business Swiss regulator orders UBS to strengthen emergency protocol The bank must step up its risk management given the takeover of Credit Suisse, according to the regulator FINMA. 15/10/2024
Eco-Innovation Solar panels will be rolled onto Swiss railway tracks ‘like a carpet’ After long delays, the removable PV system will finally be tested on a western track next spring. 14/10/2024
Business Are these the best European countries for AI start-ups? Sweden is among the best countries for a new AI company. It's most successful tech start-ups have seen an impressive revenue growth of 1,127%. 05/10/2024
Climate Saharan dust and extreme heat fuel retreat of Swiss glaciers In August, Swiss glaciers faced the 'greatest loss of ice recorded since measurements began’. 02/10/2024
Green News Switzerland and Italy redraw border due to melting glaciers The popular ski resort of Zermatt is in the affected area. 30/09/2024