Switzerland
Switzerland publishes first blacklist of foreign gambling websites
The Swiss Lottery and Betting Board has published its first blacklist of foreign gambling websites following a change to the law on…
Switzerland unlikely to sign own trade agreement with EU prior to Brexit
Switzerland is unlikely to sign its own trade agreement with the EU prior to Brexit, according to Economy Minister Guy Parmelin. In…
Switzerland’s first crypto banks receive licences
The Swiss financial regulator has awarded banking and securities dealer licences to two new “crypto banks”. SEBA and Sygnum have been cleared…
British musicians and baby daughter killed in Swiss plane crash
Two leading British musicians and their baby daughter have been killed in a plane crash in the Swiss Alps. The award-winning composer…
EPA’s Eye in the Sky: Les Crosets, Switzerland
A picture taken with a drone shows a giant biodegradable landart painting by French-Swiss artist Saype, titled 'The Smugglers of Friendship!' ('Les…
Switzerland adopts EU laws on drones and post-Brexit aviation
Switzerland has taken over a EU security framework laying out new rules for drones and guarantees the continuation of aviation activities between…
Restrictions in Switzerland on blood donations from persons who visited certain southern European countries
Travellers who spend at least 24 hours in certain southern European countries face restrictions when donating blood in Switzerland. The reason is…
Liam and Emma most popular names for new-borns in Switzerland
Liam is the most popular name for male new-borns in Switzerland according to annual statistics published on Monday and Emma among females.…
Switzerland introduces higher fees for Schengen visas
Switzerland has moved into line with European Union changes to Schengen visa applications that will raise the costs for adults and children…
Six-year-old girl missing after violent storm in Switzerland
A six-year-old girl is among the two persons who are missing after their car was swept away by a torrent of mud…
Photo Story: Fireworks rule the night from Poland to Singapore
Fireworks are a popular summertime tradition not only in Malta but in various corners of the world as these photos illustrate. Photos…
Legendary French actor Alain Delon recovered in hospital after stroke
Legendary French actor Alain Delon, 83, suffered a stroke a few weeks ago and is currently "resting" in Switzerland, his eldest son…