Swiss Identity

Lugano miss out

This content was published on Mar 23, 2002 The match at the Espenmoos stadium was played in wintry conditions and turned out to be a limp affair that failed to warm the 9,300 spectators. The visitors managed to create best chances of the match, with Julio Rossi looking sharp up front, but these either went begging or were smartly dealt with by the…

Zberg pipped at the post

This content was published on Mar 23, 2002 Zberg was edged out in a crowded sprint by Italy’s Mario Cipollini and the American, Fred Rodriguez, who finished first and second respectively. “In the final kilometre I tried to hang on to the back of Cipollini but several other riders had the same idea,” said Zberg. “Therefore I found myself several times cycling into…

Borodin benefactors pay fine

This content was published on Mar 23, 2002 Borodin previously said he would not pay the fine, which was levied by a judge in Geneva earlier this month after an anti-corruption investigation lasting over two years. Borodin’s lawyer, Genrich Padwa, said the benefactors were also implicated in the scandal and wanted to put a swift end to the court case. Swiss authorities found…

Swiss press praises didactic report

This content was published on Mar 23, 2002 The German-language paper, Der Bund, said the report by the Independent Commission of Experts (ICE) had “definitively shattered the image that Switzerland constructed for itself after [1945], namely that of having taken a unique, moral high-ground during the war.” While the report did not send out shockwaves, it would lead to a “normalisation process” in…

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Visitors egged on over Easter

This content was published on Mar 23, 2002 There will be Easter egg hunts, exhibitions, markets and processions. Eggs made of stone, porcelain and of course, real eggs, will be on display at the annual Easter Egg Market in Nyon on Lake Geneva. Artists and craftsmen from across Europe will be on hand in Nyon to demonstrate the art of egg decoration, using…

Culture

Swiss furniture takes coveted place in New York

This content was published on Mar 23, 2002 A product line of the USM modular furniture company, based in Münsingen near Bern, has been formally accepted by the museum’s Architecture and Design collection. The design in question – the Haller system – has been manufactured for nearly 40 years and has maintained its original form by using three basic steel and chrome components:…

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Olympic and Paralympic athletes honoured in Bern

This content was published on Mar 22, 2002 During a reception in the capital, the Swiss president, Kaspar Villiger, reminded guests of the importance of the Swiss athletes’ performances. Villiger said their exploits contributed towards an interest for popular sports. “The world of sports is at your feet and doors are opening,” said the Swiss president. “The path to victory is made up…

History

Government wants further debates on wartime past

This content was published on Mar 22, 2002 An official statement said the cabinet had taken note of the final report of the Independent Commission of Experts, led by the Swiss historian, Jean-François Bergier. “It is now up to all Swiss citizens, teachers and scholars to form their own opinions, to complete and discuss the findings,” the statement adds. The government also welcomes…

Demographics

No problems for Hingis

This content was published on Mar 22, 2002 The Swiss world number three needed just 50 minutes to down Lee (WTA 108) in straight sets (6-1, 6-0). Hingis, who received a bye into the second round, is now due to face Tatiana Poutchek of Belarus, who defeated French seed Nathalie Dechy 6-3, 0-6, 6-0. The $6.3 million Florida event is regarded as the…

Von Grünigen to carry on skiing

This content was published on Mar 22, 2002 The reigning giant slalom world champion had hinted that he might call it a day after missing much of the last year’s events with two serious injuries. On Friday, though, the 32-year-old skier said he intended to stay on the professional circuit for at least one more year. Von Grünigen added that he intended to…

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