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Dec 01 2025SPORTS

Snowboarding and Freeskiing: The Big Event in China

The Snow League is back, and this time, it's heading to China. After a successful start in Aspen, the league is expanding its reach. Now, not only snowboarders but also freeskiers will compete. This is a big deal because it's not just about snowboarding anymore. It's a true winter sports league. Th

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Nov 30 2025POLITICS

Swiss People Say No to New Taxes and Women's Mandatory Service

In a recent vote, Swiss citizens turned down two big changes. First, they said no to a new tax on the wealthiest families. This tax would have taken half of inheritances over 50 million Swiss francs. The money was meant to fight climate change. But most voters didn't like this idea. The second idea

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Nov 30 2025HEALTH

Switzerland's Health Equity: A Work in Progress

Switzerland is known for its high-quality healthcare. But when it comes to health equity, the country still has a long way to go. Health equity means making sure everyone has the same chance to be healthy. But in Switzerland, different groups still face different health challenges. A recent study l

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Nov 29 2025CRYPTO

UK Tightens Crypto Rules: What You Need to Know

The UK is stepping up its game on crypto taxes. Starting in 2026, crypto platforms will have to report all transactions made by UK users. This move is part of a bigger plan to make sure crypto isn't used to dodge taxes. The UK's tax authority, HMRC, will get automatic access to both local and intern

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Switzerland's Big Vote: Should the Super Rich Pay More?

Switzerland is about to have a big vote. It's not about who should be in charge. It's about whether the super rich should pay more taxes. This idea comes from a group called JUSOs. They want to tax big inheritances at 50%. The money would go to fight climate change. Only a few people in Switzerland

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

How Parents and Coaches Shape Young Footballers' Futures

Researchers tracked 105 young footballers in Switzerland to see how parents and coaches affect their future careers. They looked at how parents and coaches acted towards the players when they were 13 and 14 years old. The study found that the way parents and coaches work together can really impact w

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Tough Choices: Trump's Peace Plan and Global Reactions

In Switzerland, talks are happening about a peace plan for Ukraine. This plan involves big changes for Ukraine, like giving up some land and limiting its military. The plan was first made by Russia, but the U. S. says it also had a hand in it. Donald Trump said Ukraine should be thankful for the U.

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Allies Gather to Discuss Trump's Controversial Peace Plan

High-level meetings are happening in Geneva, Switzerland, to talk about how to end the war in Ukraine. This is happening just before a deadline set by US President Donald Trump. He gave Ukraine until Thursday to respond to his 28-point peace plan. This plan has been criticized because it asks Ukrain

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Allies Raise Eyebrows at US Peace Plan

World leaders are scratching their heads over a new US peace plan for Ukraine. They say it leans too much toward Russia and needs a serious tweak. The plan was a surprise to many, especially since it was put together without much input from Ukraine or its European allies. The main worry? The plan s

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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

Switzerland and the U. S. Are Close to a Trade Deal

Switzerland is ready to roll out lower tariffs on its exports to the U. S. The Swiss Economy Minister, Guy Parmelin, shared this in a recent interview. He hopes the U. S. will be ready by early December. The U. S. had previously imposed a high tariff of 39% on Swiss imports. But now, both countries

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