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Zurich court rejects ‘perpetual hereditary citizenship’ for Austrian man

Zurich court does not recognise "perpetual hereditary citizenship"

This content was published on Aug 5, 2025 The man had invoked a hereditary right of citizenship dating back to the 15th century.

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This content was published on Aug 4, 2025 A whopping 39% tariff for Switzerland – Trump's decision is the "main course" served today by the Swiss press.

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This content was published on Aug 4, 2025 After the 'red river' of the Swiss fans at the European Women's Football Championship last weekend the streets of Bern took on rainbow hues on the occasion of the Pride parade.

Part-time Swiss Abroad: the challenges of working in two countries

This content was published on Aug 3, 2025 International mobility can make it difficult to manage taxes, social-security systems, and social life.

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This content was published on Jul 31, 2025 On Thursday: August 1 fireworks, tackling the Asian hornet, Swiss National Bank figures, and the Swiss stance on Palestinian statehood.

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This content was published on Jul 31, 2025 This year, bad weather prevented the world’s largest Swiss flag (80 x 80 m) from being hung on the face of the Säntis mountain ahead of August 1. Instead, it was decided to place it in the fields below. However, as soon as it was unfurled, a strong gust of wind ripped it apart. But nothing serious! This has happened before.

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Why is Switzerland’s national anthem not widely known among its citizens?

This content was published on Jul 31, 2025 In this video, we explore the story behind the Swiss Psalm, how it came to be and why so few Swiss know the lyrics.

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This content was published on Jul 30, 2025 On Wednesday: a new artwork for the Swiss Abroad Square, a legendary sports coach dies, and Bern nervously awaits Trump’s tariffs.

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This content was published on Jul 30, 2025 Impromptu mode of transport: a man moves along on a stand-up paddle after flooding near Giswil on Lake Sarnen, canton Obwalden, Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

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