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Claire Micallef

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I write about political developments and social issues that are relevant for the Swiss Abroad. As part of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation's "dialogue" project, I further aim to encourage multilingual debates between the Swiss Abroad and people living in Switzerland. After graduating from the MAZ School of Journalism, I worked as a program director at a local radio station in Basel and reported on political, economic, social and cultural topics. I have been working for SWI swissinfo.ch since 2023.

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This content was published on The sweltering summer is making Europe – and Switzerland – break out in a sweat. It’s also causing quite a few red faces among politicians.

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80 Swiss rescue workers, accompanied by search dogs and rescue equipment, have arrived in Venezuela.

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This content was published on Swiss rescue workers have arrived in Venezuela, accompanied by search dogs and specialist equipment, to help search for survivors following a devastating earthquake.

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This content was published on So it wasn’t to be after all: there were no talks between Iran and the US at the Bürgenstock resort, near Lucerne, today.

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Former parliamentarian and revolutionary: Jean Ziegler died today in Geneva at the age of 92.

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This content was published on Former parliamentarian, sociologist and self-described revolutionary: Jean Ziegler has died in Geneva at the age of 92.

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This content was published on The House of Representatives clearly rejected the popular initiative aimed at simplifying naturalisation procedures.

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This content was published on In order to tackle the housing shortage, the Swiss government wants to make it more difficult for foreigners to buy property.

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This content was published on Does Switzerland need new nuclear power plants? A study by energy firm Axpo presents various scenarios.

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Shock and grief still run deep after the fatal PostBus fire in Kerzers on Tuesday evening.

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This content was published on Shock and grief still run deep after the fatal PostBus fire in Kerzers on Tuesday evening.

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Nuclear negotiations in Geneva, reform of the FIS and two prominent SP resignations from the National Council.

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This content was published on Nuclear negotiations in Geneva, reform at the Federal Intelligence Service and two prominent Social Democratic Party resignations.

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Switzerland rejoices: Marrianne Fatton wins gold in the sprint at the Olympic premiere of ski mountaineering.

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This content was published on Switzerland celebrates another medal: Marianne Fatton has won gold in the sprint at the Olympic premiere of ski mountaineering.

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Candles and flowers mark the entrance of the "Le Constellation" bar after the fire at the "Le Constellation" bar and lounge, in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, Friday, January 30, 2026. 40 people mostly teenagers lost their lives and 116 were severely injured in the fire at the bar "Le Constellation" on New Year's celebration in the Swiss Alps resort of Crans-Montana. (KEYSTONE/Alessandro della Valle)

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This content was published on Further criticism of the Valais justice system, more obstacles for a Lake Uri marina project, and high concentrations of rare earth elements in Zurich waters.

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This content was published on Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis met his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow today.

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According to the first SRG survey, clear majorities are emerging for three of the four referendum proposals on 8 March. The SRG initiative remains exciting.

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This content was published on The first poll ahead of the March 8 votes points to clear majorities for three of the four proposals – but the SBC initiative is still too close to call.

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"Struggling for meaning" at the WEF: Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis takes stock.

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This content was published on Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis, a Davos regular, takes stock at WEF.

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From Monday, a record number of heads of state and top managers will be meeting in Davos for the World Economic Forum. More and more are travelling by private jet.

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This content was published on A record number of heads of state and top executives will attend the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos from January 19, many travelling by private jet.

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This content was published on For the town of Moutier, midnight tonight doesn’t only mean a new year – it also means a new canton.

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After three weeks of back and forth, the House of Representatives and the Senate approved the 2026 budget today.

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This content was published on After three weeks of negotiations, the House of Representatives and the Senate have given the green light to the 2026 budget.

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There is joy in the Swiss yodelling scene: Yodelling is now a World Heritage Site!

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This content was published on Joy for the Swiss yodelling community: yodelling has been added to Unesco’s World Heritage list.

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What psychological challenges have you had to overcome after leaving Switzerland?

Despite the joys of new adventures and experiences, emigrating can be huge challenge – especially psychologically. Share your experiences.

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