Cluster: Geopolitics

The new mayor of New York, the government shutdown, and Grokipedia

This content was published on Nov 5, 2025 A round-up of US-related news as reported by the Swiss media.

CHF 20 million to support the Gaza peace plan

Humanitarian aid

Switzerland supports Gaza peace plan with CHF20 million

This content was published on Nov 5, 2025 Swiss to give CHF10m in humanitarian aid in Gaza, followed by another CHF10m.

Foreign Affairs

Trump holds trade talks with Switzerland

This content was published on Nov 5, 2025 US President Donald Trump meet Swiss representatives to discuss trade.

A road destroyed by the storm with fallen electricity pylons, debris and people walking along the road

Humanitarian aid

‘Flexibility is key’ in the race to deliver aid after Hurricane Melissa

This content was published on Nov 4, 2025 The Red Cross’s approach to hurricanes like Melissa focuses on faster action, local partnerships and forecast-based relief.

Workplace

Employment prospects brighten slightly in Switzerland

This content was published on Nov 3, 2025 In Switzerland, the outlook for employment has improved slightly as the construction industry and the services sector added jobs.

School children in Ivory Coast looking at a textbook.

International cooperation

Charitable giving comes under pressure as donors slash education aid

This content was published on Nov 3, 2025 Donors like Switzerland are cutting funding for basic education in low-income countries. Can charitable foundations help fill the gap and improve learning outcomes?