The Swiss woman who brought river swimming to Boston
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Renata von Tscharner brought river swimming from Bern to the United States. Over 25 years ago she founded the Charles River Conservancy and campaigned to make the Charles River accessible again.
The Alphorn Festival: where Swiss tradition brings people together
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In Nendaz, canton Valais, a traditional festival attracts thousands of visitors every year, including from the Swiss Abroad.
Swiss president emphasises enduring values in annual address to the Swiss Abroad
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In his address to Swiss citizens living abroad on Swiss National Day president Guy Parmelin states that the values and trust that sustain the Swiss in times of crisis unite them across borders.
Swiss man arrested in Thailand on suspicion of sexually abusing a minor
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The authorities on the Thai island of Phuket have arrested a Swiss national. He is accused of luring a 14-year-old boy and sexually abusing him.
Inside the Society of Saint Pius X’s latest traditionalist revolt
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The Society of Saint Pius X recently reignited a long-running dispute with the Vatican by illicitly consecrating several bishops in Switzerland.
How Swiss schools abroad teach democracy in autocratic countries
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The 17 Swiss schools abroad strive to instil Swiss democratic values in their pupils. This can be a delicate challenge in some countries.
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Many Swiss nationals abroad believe that, in an emergency, they will be picked up by the Swiss Air-Rescue (Rega). But the reality is more complicated.
