Live News of Switzerland April 16, 2024
UBS Capital Needs Realistic, Swiss Minister Says
Swiss Minister of Finance recently commented on UBS Group's capital needs, stating that the added capital requirements of $15-25 billion are realistic. This statement comes amidst discussions surrounding the financial stab Read More
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Marcel Hug Smashes Boston Marathon Wheelchair Record After Crash
Switzerland's Marcel Hug made headlines at the Boston Marathon by breaking his own course record in the men's wheelchair race, despite facing a crash during the event. The race, which took place in Boston, saw Hug...Read More
Naomi Osaka Leads Japan Towards Billie Jean King Cup Finals
Naomi Osaka showcased her dominance on the tennis court as she propelled Japan towards the Billie Jean King Cup Finals with a stellar performance against Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva. Osaka's impressive display included 1Read More
UBS Group May Require $10-$15 Billion For Swiss Regulations
Swiss banking giant UBS may need to raise an additional $10 billion to $15 billion in capital to comply with new regulations set by Swiss authorities, according to analysts. The new rules, aimed at strengthening the...Read More
France Introduces Bill For Medically Assisted Suicide Options
France's government has unveiled a bill that would permit adults with terminal cancer or other incurable illnesses to access lethal medication, responding to increasing public calls for legal options for aid in dying. TheRead More
Switzerland To Host International Conference For Peace In Ukraine
Switzerland's government announced plans to host a high-level international conference on June 15-16 at the Bu¨rgenstock resort near Lucerne to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The conference aims to bring togetherRead More
European Court Of Human Rights Establishes Climate Change As Human Right
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) recently issued a groundbreaking opinion that recognizes protection from the effects of climate change as a human right under European law. The Court's decision came in response toRead More
Xi Jinping Meets Lavrov In Beijing, Strengthening China-Russia Ties
Chinese leader Xi Jinping held a meeting with top Russian diplomat Sergey Lavrov in Beijing on Tuesday, as reported by state media. This meeting underscores the growing importance that China places on its strong relationshRead More
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Swiss Elderly Women Win Landmark Climate Case
In a groundbreaking verdict, a group of elderly women in Switzerland has emerged victorious in a significant climate change lawsuit against the government. The case, which has garnered international attention, marks a pivoRead More
UBS Faces 'Too Big To Fail' Reckoning In Switzerland
Switzerland's largest bank, UBS, is currently facing a critical juncture as it approaches the 'too big to fail' reckoning set by Swiss regulators. The Swiss government has designated UBS as a systemically important bank, mRead More
Alinghi Red Bull Racing Unveils Boatone For America's Cup Challenge.
Alinghi Red Bull Racing, the Challenger for the 37th America’s Cup, recently unveiled their impressive AC75 yacht, named BoatOne, in Barcelona, Spain. The grand reveal took place at the team's base, where a large digital cRead More
Zelenskiy Plans Swiss World Peace Summit Date Announcement Soon
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is actively working towards organizing a world peace summit in Switzerland. Zelenskiy has expressed his hopes to finalize a date for the summit within the coming days. The summit aiRead More
Skiing Stars Mikaela Shiffrin And Aleksander Aamodt Kilde Engaged
Renowned skiing stars Mikaela Shiffrin and Aleksander Aamodt Kilde have recently announced their engagement, marking a significant milestone in their relationship. Shiffrin, a highly decorated athlete with two Olympic titlRead More
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Sweden's Women's Soccer Team Returns To Wembley After Decades
The Swedish national soccer team will make a historic return to Wembley Stadium, 35 years after Pia Sundhage became the first woman to score in an official international match at the iconic venue. In May 1989,...Read More
Russia Warns Peace Talks Must Consider Moscow's Interests
Russia's Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of considering Moscow's interests in any prospective negotiations to end the fighting in Ukraine. He dismissed the planned round of peace talks as a Western strategy to gRead More
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Swiss Star Ramona Bachmann Joins Houston Dash In NWSL
Swiss international Ramona Bachmann has made a significant move to the Houston Dash in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). The transfer was confirmed by both the Houston Dash and Paris Saint-Germain on April 3. BacRead More
US Denies Involvement In Strike On Iranian Consulate In Syria
The United States has informed Iran that it was not involved in or had prior knowledge of the strike on an Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria. This communication comes amidst growing concerns about the potential escalatiRead More
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Iran Blames Israel And US For Attack On Consulate
Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has accused Israel of being behind the recent attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria. However, he also pointed fingers at the United States, attributing responsiRead More
Romania And Bulgaria Partially Join Schengen Travel Zone
On Sunday, Romania and Bulgaria took a significant step towards integration with the European Union by partially joining Europe’s ID-check-free travel zone. Travelers arriving by air or sea from both countries now have freRead More
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