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Switzerland holds military drills, its role in European defence in focus

In one of Switzerland's largest military exercises in more than three decades, soldiers rehearsed repelling a fictional enemy, tossed grenades and fired live munitions as they showcased the self-defence capabilities that define their "armed neutrality".

Reuters

UK ticketholder claims £46.2million share of EuroMillions jackpot

A ticket from France and a ticket from Switzerland also matched the winning numbers

The Independent UK

Zelenskiy to address Swiss parliament

Switzerland's parliament has approved a request from Ukrainian authorities for President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to address it.

Reuters

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Eurovision: even before the singing starts, the contest is a fascinating reflection of international rules and politics

The Eurovision bandwagon has firmly arrived in Liverpool. During a week of two semi-finals, 37 competing countries will be whittled down to 26. Around 160 million people are then expected to tune in to the grand final on Saturday May 13. From humble beginnings in 1956, with only seven countries…

The Conversation

Swiss army displays Leopard 2 tank as Germany hopes for sale

In a sleepy village on the French border, Swiss soldiers rode down a dusty road on a Leopard 2 tank, an armoured vehicle that has spurred debate around Switzerland's role in European defence.

Reuters

Man City appoint director of women's football

Former Denmark and Switzerland head coach Nils Nielsen has joined Manchester City Women as director of football

Manchester Evening News

Swiss lower house approves closer ties to Taiwan legislature

Switzerland’s lower house of parliament has voted to tighten ties with the legislature in Taiwan, a move that could further rankle China after recent visits by Western lawmakers to the island

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Cedric Itten post-Rangers title success as BSC Young Boys share footage of celebrations

What a 12 months it has been for the former Light Blues striker as he celebrated becoming a champion in Switzerland. He's had a huge contribution to the season with 18 league goals and 22 in all competitions.

Glasgow Live

Ukraine war looms over Switzerland UN presidency

Russia couldn’t escape its war against Ukraine during it highly contentious presidency of the U.N. Security Council, and the war will still loom over Switzerland as it takes over the monthlong presidency for the first time since becoming a full member of the United Nations in 2002

The Independent UK

Putin's 'lover' sent more than 2,000 miles from palaces she shares with dictator

Alina Kabaeva, the dictator’s 39-year-old long-time mistress has traditionally preferred to hide away in Switzerland where she gave birth to one of his children in 2015, say reports

Daily Mirror

Terminally-ill man wants to fly to Switzerland for assisted death - but can't afford to

Tim Wardle, 84, says Britain’s ban on assisted dying means the right to die is only available to those who can fork out more than £10,000

Daily Mirror

Chiefs awarded international marketing rights for Austria, Switzerland

The #Chiefs were awarded marketing rights for Austria and Switzerland on Tuesday as part of the NFL's effort to expand internationally

USA Today Sports Media Group

Perth High School pupils delighted with school trip funding boost from drilling firm Merlin

Observing particles flying at unimaginable speeds will be all in a day's work for a group of lucky Perth High School physics students who are excited to have the funding in place for a trip to CERN in Switzerland

Daily Record

Curling live stream: watch the 2023 World Mixed Doubles Championship free online, round robin

Who has the stones to brush aside the competition? Here's how to watch a free curling live stream from the 2023 World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship. Free streams, schedule.

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The Money Edit

What is a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) and why should I pack one for my holiday?

The Global Health Insurance Card is replacing the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). We explain how it works and why you should get one.

The Independent UK

Credit Suisse saw $69 billion in outflows at start of 2023

Credit Suisse says it saw nearly $69 billion in outflows in the first three months of the year and that clients are still withdrawing assets

Asharq Al-Awsat

Switzerland Shuts Embassy in Sudan for Security Reasons

Switzerland has closed its embassy in Khartoum and evacuated staff and their families over the security situation in Sudan, the Swiss foreign ministry said on Twitter. "Our staff and their families have been evacuated and are safe," Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis tweeted late on Sunday. The Foreign Ministry did not…

Reuters

Switzerland shuts embassy in Sudan for security reasons

Switzerland has closed its embassy in Khartoum and evacuated staff and their families over the security situation in Sudan, the Swiss foreign ministry said on Twitter.

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A new start after 60: I dreamt of paragliding for 30 years. When I took to the skies at 80 I felt completely free

Year after year, on holiday in Switzerland with her late husband, Margaret Thompson watched the paragliders and imagined joining them. When she did, it was heavenly

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia Arranges Evacuation of Saudis, Friendly Country Nationals from Sudan

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Saturday the start of the arrangement for the evacuation of Saudi citizens and several nationals of friendly countries from Sudan to the Kingdom. In a statement, the Ministry said the measure comes in implementation of the directives of the Custodian of the…

Reuters

Switzerland weighing evacuation of civilians, some embassy staff from Sudan

Switzerland said on Friday it was examining ways to evacuate Swiss nationals from Sudan and a portion of its embassy staff amid ongoing clashes between the army and a paramilitary force.

The Guardian - UK

Credit Suisse investors suing Swiss regulator after £4bn bond wipeout

Finma accused of acting unlawfully and undermining confidence in Switzerland as a financial centre

The Independent UK

Credit Suisse investors sue after facing billions in losses

A group of Credit Suisse investors have sued Swiss financial regulators after a government-engineered takeover of the struggling bank by rival UBS left them with billions in losses

The Independent UK

Britain will rejoin EU single market as older Brexiteers die off, Ryanair boss

The Ryanair boss said the UK will have ‘no choice’ but to strike a deal with the EU similar to Switzerland or Norway

The Guardian - UK

Switzerland unplugged: a hike in the off-grid Bavona valley

Using paths surrounded by terraced chestnut groves, walkers can encounter a traditional corner of Europe untouched by mains electricity

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