What do Swiss soldiers eat during their military service?
Switzerland’s army may not be known for a Michelin-style gastronomy, but the soldiers can count on some classic dishes that have made a military history...
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Petition launched for political representation for Brits in Europe
A petition has been launched calling on the UK government to install MPs to represent the interests of Brits living overseas – echoing systems that...
Should Swiss students be taught shooting skills in schools?
Shooting training is now mandatory in schools in Poland, a country which shares a border with Ukraine. Some in Switzerland also believe that Swiss students...
Why do the Swiss guard the Vatican?
It may be unusual for a neutral nation to have a military presence abroad — even if it is partially ceremonial — but there is...
Fears EU plans to ‘water down’ air passengers’ rights in review
The European Commission is currently conducting a review of its rules on compensation due to passengers whose flights are delayed or cancelled, with fears that...
Report: Thousands of foreigners are living in Switzerland with fake passports
An increasing number of counterfeit passports are in circulation in Switzerland, which means holders could have obtained Swiss residency permits based on these forged documents....
Do foreigners pay more taxes in Switzerland?
If you are a new arrival in Switzerland, or are about to move here, you may be wondering whether foreign nationals are taxed at a...
What makes Zurich a ‘smarter’ city than Geneva and Lausanne?
A new global report ranks three Swiss cities among the world’s ‘smartest.’ What exactly does this mean?...
What could happen if children miss school in Switzerland during term time?
Swiss schools take a tough stance on parents who take their children out of class to go on holiday, or to extend their vacation time....
Switzerland’s Great St. Bernard Tunnel remains closed until further notice
The heavy snowfall that blanketed much of the Swiss canton of Valais before Easter is still impacting the region, preventing all traffic in the Great...