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Experiences

All aboard: 6 of the most beautiful train routes in Europe

From luxurious routes to relatively undiscovered journeys, we have the inside scoop on the prettiest European train routes to explore this spring.

Economy

Swiss inflation continues to slow down in February

Data for the month of February shows inflation is back to its 2021 level, at 1.2%, compared with the same time last year, putting Switzerland on the same path as its European neighbours.

World News

Swiss vote on pensions and retirement age

With an ageing population and ever-rising living costs, Switzerland has held a referendum that could reshape pensioners' lives.

Green News

The UN is not launching a solar geoengineering panel - here’s why

There are fears the untested technology could stoke geopolitical tensions or be used by a rogue billionaire.

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Economy

Swiss economy sees modest growth, buoyed by services

The accommodation and food services sector increased by 3.5%, while increased travel helped to push up the transport and communication sector by 0.4%.

Switzerland

Neutral Switzerland plans to boost defence spending this year

Other European countries have been beefing up their military spending in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Sport

Swiss bobsledder in recovery following emergency surgery

After crashing on Tuesday, while training for the upcoming World Cup races in Altenberg, Sandro Michel had to go to the hospital for emergency surgery.

Design

Remote Swiss village will be home to world's tallest 3D-printed tower

The futuristic White Tower of Mulegns stands 30 metres tall. The multipurpose cultural space is set to open in June, becoming the tallest 3D-printed structure in the world.

Economy

Switzerland and Norway could invest $100 billion in India

Ties are getting stronger between India and some European economies in the form of a new free trade agreement and enormous investment plans.

Business

Swiss banking giant UBS sees hopeful future, despite present losses

The Swiss bank has reported pre-tax losses in the last three months of 2023 but has impressive goals, including raising dividends.

Greece

Farmers in Greece dump produce in Europe's latest agriculture protest

In recent months, similar protests have swept Europe as farmers on the continent take their grievances over inflation, foreign competition and the costs of combating climate change to the streets.

Destinations

3 of the 5 most welcoming places in the world are in Europe

From unique Greek architecture to local town squares bustling with life, travellers gave these destinations outstanding reviews.

Tech News

A positive role for AI? Takeaways from the 2024 World Economic Forum

Euronews discovers some of the conclusions of participants at the annual event in Davos, Switzerland.

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.

Economy

Unemployment in the euro area drops to 6.4%

The latest data from Eurostat shows unemployment rates are getting slightly better in the euro area and the wider EU.

Business

Global leaders head to Davos: What to expect at WEF 2024

Davos will welcome global leaders for the World Economic Forum 2024 next week with the event focused on rebuilding trust. Discussions will span global security, job creation, climate initiatives, and AI development, with leaders striving for impactful, united resolutions.

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'

Tech News

AI robot wins against human for first time in mental and physical task

While AI has beaten chess grandmasters in previous man-versus-machine experiments, it has never been able to test its physical ability too.

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.

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.