Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says
- 06-Apr-2026
The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Mirjana Spoljaric, on Monday urged governments to respect the rules of war in word and deed after US President Donald Trump ratcheted up his rhetoric against Iran by threatening to rain down “hell” on Tehran. “States must respect and ensure respect for the rules […]
Swiss bar fire kills 40, victims include children as young as 14
- 04-Jan-2026
ZURICH: Teenagers as young as 14 and 15 were among those who died in the New Year’s Eve bar fire that killed 40 people in Switzerland, police said on Sunday, as the Pope offered his sympathies to the victims and their families. Police in Valais said they had identified 16 more of those who died […]
New Year party at Swiss ski resort turned into a disaster zone
- 01-Jan-2026
As he approached Le Constellation bar to celebrate the New Year in a snowy Swiss ski resort bright with Christmas lights, Dominic Dubois saw flames engulfing the building. “You could see the orange, the orange, yellow, red,” Dubois told Reuters, describing chaotic scenes as bystanders and emergency crews worked together to pull victims clear. He […]
Ukraine, US launching talks in Switzerland on ways to end war
- 22-Nov-2025
KYIV, Ukraine: A top Ukrainian official on Saturday said Kyiv would launch talks with the US in Switzerland to discuss ways to end the war. The delegation will be led by Zelensky’s top aide Andriy Yermak. Better equipped and larger in numbers, the Russian army is slowly but steadily gaining ground across the lengthy front […]
Scientists build computers using living brain-like cells
- 04-Oct-2025
BERN: For many years, scientists have been trying to create computer chips that work like the human brain, a concept known as neuromorphic computing. Although the idea sounds like science fiction, some researchers are actually making progress in building computers using living cells, a field called biocomputing. A leading group of scientists in Switzerland are […]
Swatch sells watch named “WHAT IF…TARIFFS?”
- 12-Sep-2025
ZURICH: Swiss watchmaker Swatch has begun selling a special edition watch with the numbers three and nine reversed on its face in a play on the 39% tariffs President Donald Trump imposed on U.S. imports from Switzerland last month. The tariffs – among the highest set by Trump worldwide – were met with shock and […]
Switzerland work visa: Eligibility, application process explained
- 10-Aug-2025
Switzerland remains a top destination for professionals seeking career growth, high living standards, and cultural diversity. Known for its robust economy and global business hub status, the country offers diverse job opportunities for both skilled and unskilled international workers. As of August 2025, understanding the Swiss work visa process is crucial for a successful application. […]
Swiss president talks trade with Trump, hopes for fixes soon
- 09-Apr-2025
Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter said on Wednesday she had spoken to US President Donald Trump by telephone about trade and was looking forward to reaching agreements after Switzerland was hit with bigger import tariffs than its EU neighbours. “In today’s phone call with President Donald Trump I conveyed both Switzerland’s stance on bilateral trade, and […]
Switzerland to lift ban on building nuclear power stations
- 28-Aug-2024
The Swiss government said on Wednesday it plans to overturn a ban on building new power plants to strengthen local energy supply at a time of increased geopolitical tension. Energy Minister Albert Roesti said the government would submit a proposal to amend nuclear legislation by the end of 2024 so it can be debated in […]
PM Kakar lands in Switzerland to attend WEF moot
- 14-Jan-2024
ZURICH: Caretaker Prime Minister (PM) Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Sunday landed in Davos, Switzerland to participate in the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) to be held from January 15 to 19, ARY News reported. Upon his arrival in Zurich, the interim premier was warmly received by Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to Geneva, […]