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Poll suggests Donald Trump has many fans in Switzerland
US opinion polls show Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump virtually even ahead of the November 5 election. Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial intelligence. Around a quarter of Swiss citizens would vote...
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First Person Who Died In Sarco Suicide Pod May Have Been Strangled: Report
The first documented case of a woman using the Sarco “suicide pod” in Switzerland has taken a new turn. An autopsy reportedly found strangulation marks on her neck, sparking speculations about her death. This has led to questions about a possible equipment malfunction or interference, according to the Dutch newspaper de Volkskrant. The 64-year-old American...
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Master your culinary skills: Here are 5 programmes by one of Switzerland’s top-ranked schools as per QS Rankings 2024
Are you passionate about making exquisite dishes? Do you want to pursue a career in the world of food and beverage and travel the world? Well, here’s your chance to earn yourself a degree in culinary arts from the greens of Switzerland! If you are passionate about culinary arts, consider pursuing these 5 programmes offered...
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Swiss intelligence reveals PKK’s covert terror activities in country – World News
BERN This photograph taken in Bern on October 30, 2024, shows a tree losing its leaves next to the Swiss House of Parliament on a autumnal foggy day. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP) Switzerland‘s tranquil facade belies a troubling undercurrent of terrorist activity, with the Federal Intelligence Service (FIS) revealing the covert activities of...
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World Bank and Switzerland Help Boost Viet Nam’s Sustainable Urban Development with $5 Million Grant
HANOI, November 4, 2024—The Swiss government and the World Bank have signed an agreement to promote green and resilient growth in Viet Nam’s major cities. The US$5 million grant initiative, financed by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), also aims to strengthen the ongoing partnership between Switzerland and the World Bank in advancing...
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Alessandro Paoli wins thrilling maiden gold medal in Swiss Open Lausanne
Alessandro Paoli ended his search for a maiden international gold medal as he defeated Romain Fichet in a shoot-off at the Swiss Open in Lausanne, the first stage of the 2024 Indoor World Series. Silver medallist Fichet, who now has two international medals after winning silver in the Veronica’s Cup earlier this year, took Italian...
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Alessandro Paoli wins thrilling maiden gold medal in Swiss Open Lausanne
Alessandro Paoli ended his search for a maiden international gold medal as he defeated Romain Fichet in a shoot-off at the Swiss Open in Lausanne, the first stage of the 2024 Indoor World Series. Silver medallist Fichet, who now has two international medals after winning silver in the Veronica’s Cup earlier this year, took Italian...
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McLaren Vale vineyard claims ‘Best New World Red’ award in Switzerland
Share Tweet Share Share Email The McLaren Vale region is home to an incredible array of vineyards and cellar doors, many of which have received international recognition and acclaim for their delightful drops. To add to an already impressive list of awards, Woodstock Wine were recently awarded the trophy for ‘Best New World Red’ at...
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How Swiss universities combat espionage from high-risk nations
Universities must also comply with international sanctions. Keystone Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial intelligence. Worsening geopolitical tensions are forcing Swiss universities to reconcile a desire for global cooperation with a growing list of tougher sanctions. Students, professors and research projects from China, Russia,...
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Schilthorn-Piz Gloria, Switzerland, Launches the World’s Steepest Aerial Tramway This December – SnowBrains
The steepest aerial tramway will feature a nearly 160% incline in its steepest part. | Image: Doppelmay Group From December 13, 2024, Switzerland will be home to the world’s steepest aerial tramway. Schilthorn-Piz Gloria in the Jungfrau Ski Area in the Bernese Alps will open the first section of its aerial tramway to the peak...
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Bermuda Archers To Compete In Switzerland – Bernews
A quartet of Bermuda archers are set to represent the island on the international stage at the indoor archery world series in Switzerland. Jaydon Roberts, Camerin Pickering, Robin Selley, and Robert O’Connor will test their skills against a competitive field in the prestigious open-entry circuit. The World Archery Excellence Center in Lausanne will play host...