Putin's war in Ukraine is backfiring in historic way
The war has been a "game changer," said one foreign affairs expert, and now even neutral countries are considering more serious involvement.
Pope's Swiss Guards to Get 3-D Printed Helmets
The iconic helmet of the world's oldest standing army is getting a lighter, modern upgrade.
Camera Catches Low-Flying Duck Breaking Speed Limit
The Swiss duck has puzzled police who are asking for help to find the bird to give it a speeding ticket.
Cocaine, MDMA and Amphetamine Capitals of Europe Ranked
Spain beats Swiss cities in the cocaine top 10; amphetamine is big in Germany and the Low Countries; and Amsterdam is a runaway leader for MDMA use.
Brazilian Olympic Official Had 16 Gold Bars Stashed
Prosecutors claim Carlos Nuzman greased the wheels to land Rio the 2016 games.
Renowned Chefs Recommend the Best Swiss Cuisine
Swiss chefs are increasingly using locally sourced ingredients to highlight the country's different regions.
Six Hurt in Knife and Fire Attack on Swiss Train
Motive for the assault by a Swiss citizen is unclear, although authorities say terrorism is 'far-fetched.'
Swiss Region Brings in Burka Ban With 10k Franc Fine
Wearing a burka or niqab in public has been outlawed in Ticino, southern Switzerland.
Zero-Fuel Solar Impulse Completes Atlantic Crossing
The experimental aircraft landed in Seville on Thursday morning.
Horticulturist Hopes to Grow World's Biggest Pumpkin
U.K. horticulturist hopes to grow the world's biggest pumpkin by October 2016.
Lines of Beauty: Swiss Colored Pencils Elegantly Endure
The coloring books craze has Switzerland's Caran D'Ache ramping up production of its much-loved crayons and pencils.
First of Seven FIFA Officials Extradited to U.S. in Corruption Case
The news came six days after former FIFA executive Jeffrey Webb had agreed not to fight his extradition.
Dramatic Increase in Assisted Suicides in Switzerland
Membership figures for right-to-die organisations in Switzerland have reached the tens of thousands.
Riding Into the Sunset on the Solar Impulse-2
The solar-powered plane is attempting a historic journey around the world.
Artist Goes to Gallery Nude With Baby to 'Become Art'
Milo Moiré has said she wanted to challenge the gallery's art which featured nudes.
HSBC Chairman 'Knew Perfectly Well' About Tax Evasion, Says Whistleblower
Herve Falciani claims Stephen Green and HSBC management knew of schemes as international condemnation grows.
HSBC Leak Reveals Thousands of European Tax Dodgers
The bank has been accused of helping its customers to 'dodge millions in tax'
Switzerland Dismantles Cold War Explosive Network
The staunchly neutral nation feared a Soviet invasion.
Swiss Stop Radical Immigration Curbs, but Confrontation With EU Still Looms
The government is still trying to implement the proposals while avoiding sanctions from Brussels.
The Luxury Watch Industry Braces Itself for Apple's High Tech Onslaught
While Apple prepares to launch its newest gadget this autumn, the luxury brands say they have nothing to fear