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Suspended fine for Xhaka over Covid-19 certificate
Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka says he has received a suspended fine of 150,000 Swiss francs (£136,000) for obtaining a forged Covid-19 vaccination certificate.
October 8, 2026Swiss pension fund hit by data leak after cyber attack on software provider - Reuters
Swiss pension fund hit by data leak after cyber attack on software provider Reuters
October 8, 2026Ex-Spurs player Vega set to run for Fifa president
Former Tottenham defender Ramon Vega says he intends to run in next year's Fifa presidential election - becoming the first person to confirm they want to challenge Gianni Infantino.
October 7, 2026New global guidelines warn against obesity drugs for children under 10
Care should focus on healthy eating and exercise, not medicines such as weight-loss injections, says the World Health Organization
October 7, 2026'Outfought' and 'not good enough' - Robertson on Scotland defeat
Scotland were "outfought" and simply "not good enough" in their 2-1 Nations League defeat by Slovenia, according to captain Andy Robertson.
October 6, 2026Alector soars as Roche licenses Parkinson's therapy for up to $1.27 billion - Reuters
Alector soars as Roche licenses Parkinson's therapy for up to $1.27 billion Reuters
October 5, 2026CSL strikes rare disease drug deal worth up to $1.6 billion with Swiss firm Alentis - Reuters
CSL strikes rare disease drug deal worth up to $1.6 billion with Swiss firm Alentis Reuters
October 4, 2026BBC Inside Science
What are the next steps for the world's largest and most powerful particle accelerator?
October 1, 2026You are the Scotland boss - what would you do?
Put yourself in the shoes of the new Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli as he picks his first home XI to face North Macedonia.
October 1, 2026Swiss glaciers lose more than 5% of ice after record heatwave - Reuters
Swiss glaciers lose more than 5% of ice after record heatwave Reuters
September 30, 2026Infantino should have no place in future of football - Pinto
The computer hacker who released documents which led to the Premier League investigation into Manchester City says Gianni Infantino "should have no place in the future of the game".
September 30, 2026Who 'battled impressively' for Scots? And how did you rate players?
How Scotland's players rated in their Nations League defeat by Switzerland.
September 29, 2026Fifa accuses Uefa of 'misinformation campaign'
Uefa's suggestions that Fifa president Gianni Infantino "violated any law or ethical principle are categorically without merit" says world football's governing body.
September 29, 2026FIFA accuses UEFA of 'misinformation campaign' in response to filing - reuters.com
FIFA accuses UEFA of 'misinformation campaign' in response to filing reuters.com
September 29, 2026Infantino makes bigger cash pledge to Fifa members
Fifa president Gianni Infantino indicates more money could be distributed to the governing body's members from its cash reserves.
September 28, 2026Roche outlines plans to move towards autonomous AI labs - Reuters
Roche outlines plans to move towards autonomous AI labs Reuters
September 28, 2026Foreign banks have expressed UBS merger interest, Swiss newspaper reports - Reuters
Foreign banks have expressed UBS merger interest, Swiss newspaper reports Reuters
September 27, 2026Switzerland rejects stricter interpretation of its neutrality
The initiative would have prevented the nation from imposing sanctions unless approved by the UN.
September 27, 2026Swiss voters set to reject initiative to tighten neutrality rules - Reuters
Swiss voters set to reject initiative to tighten neutrality rules Reuters
September 27, 2026Swiss vote on tightening neutrality rules, ending peacetime cooperation with NATO - Reuters
Swiss vote on tightening neutrality rules, ending peacetime cooperation with NATO Reuters
September 27, 2026Swiss finance minister says unlikely UBS would leave its home base - Reuters
Swiss finance minister says unlikely UBS would leave its home base Reuters
September 26, 2026Swiss National Bank's Schlegel watching hot weather impact on food price inflation - Reuters
Swiss National Bank's Schlegel watching hot weather impact on food price inflation Reuters
September 26, 2026Infantino looks set to stay, but FIFA faces a new war over power - Reuters
Infantino looks set to stay, but FIFA faces a new war over power Reuters
September 24, 2026UBS dealt blow as Swiss upper house backs tougher 90% capital plan - Reuters
UBS dealt blow as Swiss upper house backs tougher 90% capital plan Reuters
September 23, 2026Federations question Infantino reform pledge, demand deeper FIFA overhaul - Reuters
Federations question Infantino reform pledge, demand deeper FIFA overhaul Reuters
September 22, 2026Roche's obesity drug boosts blood sugar control, drives 15.5% weight loss in mid-stage trial - Reuters
Roche's obesity drug boosts blood sugar control, drives 15.5% weight loss in mid-stage trial Reuters
September 22, 2026Infantino says he is open to talks over FIFA reform - Reuters
Infantino says he is open to talks over FIFA reform Reuters
September 21, 2026Infantino says he is open to talks over Fifa reform
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has proposed an external review of how world football's governing body operates. shifting tone as he seeks support to stay on.
September 21, 2026UBS CEO Ermotti warns against harsh capital rules ahead of vote - Reuters
UBS CEO Ermotti warns against harsh capital rules ahead of vote Reuters
September 20, 2026Uefa & Concacaf demand Fifa pays $10m to all 211 members
Uefa and Concacaf issue a joint statement calling on Fifa to pay $10m from its cash reserves to each of the 211 member associations.
September 18, 2026'Built differently' - Hodgkinson reveals hamstring abnormality
Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson says she is "built differently" after an MRI scan uncovered an "abnormality" in her hamstring.
September 17, 2026Radiant World seeks $2 billion from Glencore in lawsuit - Reuters
Radiant World seeks $2 billion from Glencore in lawsuit Reuters
September 16, 2026Crypto firm Bitcoin Suisse to cut up to half of jobs in Switzerland - reuters.com
Crypto firm Bitcoin Suisse to cut up to half of jobs in Switzerland reuters.com
September 11, 2026EXCLUSIVE: Infantino can rely on enough votes to survive, opponents rethink strategy, sources say - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: Infantino can rely on enough votes to survive, opponents rethink strategy, sources say Reuters
September 10, 2026EXCLUSIVE: Major Novartis shareholder calls for board shake-up after drug trial setbacks - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: Major Novartis shareholder calls for board shake-up after drug trial setbacks Reuters
September 10, 2026AI boom poses new financial stability risks, BIS head says - Reuters
AI boom poses new financial stability risks, BIS head says Reuters
September 10, 2026Two seriously injured in explosion at hydroelectric plant in Switzerland - Reuters
Two seriously injured in explosion at hydroelectric plant in Switzerland Reuters
September 9, 2026Highest paid world leader to get salary increase of $1 million
Singapore's prime minister Lawrence Wong will see his annual pay rise to 3.6 million Singapore dollars ($2.8m; £2.1m).
September 8, 2026Ecclestone stopped by police for taking shotgun into Portugal
Former Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone says he was stopped by officials at an airport in Portugal after arriving with a shotgun he intended to use in a clay pigeon shooting competition.
September 7, 2026Novartis cholesterol setback tests hopes for emerging heart disease drugs - Reuters
Novartis cholesterol setback tests hopes for emerging heart disease drugs Reuters
September 7, 2026Infantino tight-lipped on abandoned proposal, says FIFA focused on growth - Reuters
Infantino tight-lipped on abandoned proposal, says FIFA focused on growth Reuters
September 5, 2026Novartis, Ionis' experimental heart drug misses key goal in closely watched trial - Reuters
Novartis, Ionis' experimental heart drug misses key goal in closely watched trial Reuters
September 4, 2026Fifa accuses Uefa of 'smear campaign' against Infantino
The governing bodies have traded blows since Fifa president Gianni Infantino's scrapped plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors.
September 3, 2026Can sheep save the glaciers? Swiss scientists put wool to the test - Reuters
Can sheep save the glaciers? Swiss scientists put wool to the test Reuters
September 3, 2026Who is Alejandro Betancourt, colourful oil baron behind US-Venezuela oil deal?
The 46-year-old figure of international intrigue has an apparent knack for being in the right place at the right time.
September 2, 2026Novartis signs deal worth up to $3.2 billion for Alteogen's drug delivery technology - Reuters
Novartis signs deal worth up to $3.2 billion for Alteogen's drug delivery technology Reuters
September 2, 2026Nestle to divest mainstream supplements business for $1 billion - Reuters
Nestle to divest mainstream supplements business for $1 billion Reuters
September 1, 2026Novartis MS pill beats older drug in trials, boosts pipeline hopes - Reuters
Novartis MS pill beats older drug in trials, boosts pipeline hopes Reuters
September 1, 2026Novartis pauses autoimmune cell therapy studies after deaths, WSJ reports - Reuters
Novartis pauses autoimmune cell therapy studies after deaths, WSJ reports Reuters
September 1, 2026Swiss parliamentary committee passes UBS capital concessions - Reuters
Swiss parliamentary committee passes UBS capital concessions Reuters
August 31, 2026Kushner states regret over World Cup sell-off plan
Venture capitalist Joshua Kushner says he would not have got involved in Fifa president Gianni Infantino's scrapped plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup if he had known how the football world reacted.
August 31, 2026Swiss police arrest suspect after deadly rave shooting - Reuters
Swiss police arrest suspect after deadly rave shooting Reuters
August 31, 2026UEFA asks US court for FIFA documents in planned Swiss case against Infantino - Reuters
UEFA asks US court for FIFA documents in planned Swiss case against Infantino Reuters
August 27, 2026Swiss to vote on whether to tighten neutrality, end peacetime cooperation with NATO - Reuters
Swiss to vote on whether to tighten neutrality, end peacetime cooperation with NATO Reuters
August 26, 2026Altria, Philip Morris International sign contract manufacturing deals - Reuters
Altria, Philip Morris International sign contract manufacturing deals Reuters
August 24, 2026World Cup winners, FIFA legends say Infantino blinded by power - Reuters
World Cup winners, FIFA legends say Infantino blinded by power Reuters
August 24, 2026ECB chief Lagarde 'ready to serve' WEF, Swiss newspaper reports - Reuters
ECB chief Lagarde 'ready to serve' WEF, Swiss newspaper reports Reuters
August 23, 2026EXCLUSIVE Soccer-Regional powerhouses weigh no-confidence vote in bid to oust Infantino - sources - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE Soccer-Regional powerhouses weigh no-confidence vote in bid to oust Infantino - sources Reuters
August 20, 2026Swiss and Chinese reach agreement on updated free trade deal - Reuters
Swiss and Chinese reach agreement on updated free trade deal Reuters
August 20, 2026US charges 17 Iranians over 'massive' cyber theft campaign
Many of the alleged cyber attacks were carried out for the Iranian government, the Department of Justice says.
August 19, 2026Fifa sacking 'deeply troubling' - Uefa executive
Fifa's decision to dismiss senior executive Kevin Lamour following his criticism of president Gianni Infantino sends a "deeply troubling message to all of us seeking change", says UEFA vice-president Laura McAllister.
August 18, 2026Premier League chief says Fifa self-destructed over World Cup plan
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters has criticised Fifa president Gianni Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan, saying the organisation has "pressed the self-destruct button" by delivering "a self-inflicted wound".
August 18, 2026Tarling death shows risks of smaller races - Vaughters
Riders are risking their lives in races where organisers battle huge costs, and cycling's governing body "cannot keep traffic off the roads", according to former rider and team boss Jonathan Vaughters.
August 18, 2026Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwaves
BBC Verify examines the impact of drought and extreme heat on western European rivers, fields and mountains.
August 15, 2026Switzerland's Werro beats Olympic champion Hodgkinson for European 800m title - reuters.com
Switzerland's Werro beats Olympic champion Hodgkinson for European 800m title reuters.com
August 14, 2026Werro beats Hodgkinson to win 800m gold
Great Britain's Keely Hodgkinson is unable to defend her 800m European title taking silver behind Switzerland's Audrey Werro who has too much in the tank down the back straight.
August 14, 2026Reekie wins 800m heat as Werro suffers nasty fall
Great Britain's Jemma Reekie wins her 800m heat as Switzerland's Audrey Werro suffers nasty fall on the final bend of the race.
August 13, 2026Federer-backed On's shares plunge as Americas sportswear growth slows - Reuters
Federer-backed On's shares plunge as Americas sportswear growth slows Reuters
August 11, 2026Swiss government rejects rigid interpretation of neutrality ahead of referendum - Reuters
Swiss government rejects rigid interpretation of neutrality ahead of referendum Reuters
August 11, 2026Glencore's exposure to Radiant World more than $500 million, sources say - Reuters
Glencore's exposure to Radiant World more than $500 million, sources say Reuters
August 10, 2026UEFA, AFC, CONCACAF hit out at Infantino over World Cup stake sale - reuters.com
UEFA, AFC, CONCACAF hit out at Infantino over World Cup stake sale reuters.com
August 10, 2026FIFA warns of effort to undermine Infantino as leadership crisis deepens - Reuters
FIFA warns of effort to undermine Infantino as leadership crisis deepens Reuters
August 8, 2026Infantino denies claims Uefa paid off alleged 'lover'
Gianni Infantino's alleged lover was given a severance payment over the affair by Uefa while he was its general secretary, according to a Daily Telegraph investigation.
August 7, 2026UEFA maintains World Cup boycott threat despite FIFA push to end internal turmoil - Reuters
UEFA maintains World Cup boycott threat despite FIFA push to end internal turmoil Reuters
August 6, 2026Infantino and FIFA present united front after crisis meeting over stake sale fallout - Reuters
Infantino and FIFA present united front after crisis meeting over stake sale fallout Reuters
August 6, 2026Reusser takes Tour lead with time trial win
Switzerland's Marlen Reusser takes the first yellow jersey of her career by winning a 21km time trial to Dijon in the fourth stage of the Tour de France Femmes.
August 4, 2026Battle lines drawn as Infantino fights to hold on to power after FIFA stake sale fiasco - Reuters
Battle lines drawn as Infantino fights to hold on to power after FIFA stake sale fiasco Reuters
August 4, 2026Possible successors for embattled FIFA President Infantino - Reuters
Possible successors for embattled FIFA President Infantino Reuters
August 3, 2026FIFA's Infantino sought Trump backing after failed World Cup sell-off plan, NY Post reports - Reuters
FIFA's Infantino sought Trump backing after failed World Cup sell-off plan, NY Post reports Reuters
August 3, 20262,000km, eight countries, 29 days - the fastest runner to cross the Alps
Ultra-runner Sophie Woods runs 2,000km across eight countries in only 29 days to break the record for completing the Via Alpina - one of the world's toughest endurance challenges.
August 2, 2026FIFA chief Infantino's position looks unacceptable, head of European leagues says - Reuters
FIFA chief Infantino's position looks unacceptable, head of European leagues says Reuters
August 2, 2026A bruising 24 hours - what next for Fifa and under-pressure Infantino?
The pressure is building on Gianni Infantino. Can he survive as Fifa president?
August 1, 2026The five dramatic days that shook Infantino and world football
BBC Sport's Simon Stone reflects on the unravelling of Gianni Infantino's plans to sell off stakes in Fifa competitions.
August 1, 2026GB win three golds at European Championships
Great Britain win gold medals in the women's four and PR3 mixed coxed four races at the European Rowing Championships, while a men's four development team also claim victory.
August 1, 2026UEFA says it has lost confidence in Infantino as FIFA faces calls for transparency - Reuters
UEFA says it has lost confidence in Infantino as FIFA faces calls for transparency Reuters
August 1, 2026Infantino's FIFA future in jeopardy after private equity gamble backfires - Reuters
Infantino's FIFA future in jeopardy after private equity gamble backfires Reuters
August 1, 2026Watch: Why Fifa dropped plans to sell stakes in the World Cup
The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explains why Gianni Infantino has backed down on his controversial investment proposal.
August 1, 2026Fifa scraps controversial World Cup investment plan
Football's world governing body abandons plans to sell off stakes in its major competitions after widespread opposition to president Gianni Infantino's proposal.
August 1, 2026FIFA scraps World Cup sell off plans, Infantino says - Reuters
FIFA scraps World Cup sell off plans, Infantino says Reuters
July 31, 2026'At least I'll sleep well tonight' - Fifa executive joins Burnham in questioning Infantino
Fifa's chief operating officer strongly criticises Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors.
July 31, 2026Why Africa could back controversial Fifa plan
Fifa's plan to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors has been heavily criticised, but the body running African football is yet to take a side.
July 31, 2026Infantino's senior advisor Cordeiro resigns following proposal to sell FIFA stake - Reuters
Infantino's senior advisor Cordeiro resigns following proposal to sell FIFA stake Reuters
July 31, 2026Fifa says 'nobody selling football' as plan continues
Football's governing body Fifa plans to continue the consultation process after Uefa threatens to boycott World Cups.
July 31, 2026FIFA not 'selling football', will proceed with consultation process over stake sale - Reuters
FIFA not 'selling football', will proceed with consultation process over stake sale Reuters
July 31, 2026FIFA stake-sale push tests football's 'American century,' Bennett says - Reuters
FIFA stake-sale push tests football's 'American century,' Bennett says Reuters
July 30, 2026UEFA to boycott World Cup and FIFA tournaments over stake sale plans - Reuters
UEFA to boycott World Cup and FIFA tournaments over stake sale plans Reuters
July 30, 2026Uefa to boycott World Cups if Fifa plans approved
Uefa says "the World Cup is not for sale" after its 55 member associations vote to boycott future tournaments if Fifa and its president, Gianni Infantino, do not back down on their investment proposals.
July 30, 2026Infantino calls plan to sell World Cup stake a proposal, 'not an obligation' - Reuters
Infantino calls plan to sell World Cup stake a proposal, 'not an obligation' Reuters
July 29, 2026Regional confederations left blindsided by FIFA's $20 billion investment plan - Reuters
Regional confederations left blindsided by FIFA's $20 billion investment plan Reuters
July 29, 2026Reaction to FIFA's private investment plan - Reuters
Reaction to FIFA's private investment plan Reuters
July 29, 2026FIFA’s private equity push opens new front in decades-old power-struggle with Europe - Reuters
FIFA’s private equity push opens new front in decades-old power-struggle with Europe Reuters
July 29, 2026UBS reports Q2 net profit of $2.8 billion, beating expectations - Reuters
UBS reports Q2 net profit of $2.8 billion, beating expectations Reuters
July 29, 2026Uefa reacts with fury to Infantino World Cup plan
European football's governing body Uefa reacts furiously to proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup.
July 28, 2026Only use VAR when error blatant - referee chiefs
Video assistant referees should only be used to change "blatantly incorrect" decisions and clear missed incidents, say European refereeing officials.
July 28, 2026Swiss regulator opens enforcement proceedings against Zurich Insurance - Reuters
Swiss regulator opens enforcement proceedings against Zurich Insurance Reuters
July 27, 2026Infantino accuses World Cup critics of spreading hate in open letter - Reuters
Infantino accuses World Cup critics of spreading hate in open letter Reuters
July 27, 2026Swiss lawmakers eye UBS rules balancing stability and competition concerns - Reuters
Swiss lawmakers eye UBS rules balancing stability and competition concerns Reuters
July 27, 2026Swiss cheesemakers try to fill hole in sales from US tariffs - Reuters
Swiss cheesemakers try to fill hole in sales from US tariffs Reuters
July 25, 2026Swiss chocolate maker Lindt misleads consumers about child labor, US lawsuit claims - Reuters
Swiss chocolate maker Lindt misleads consumers about child labor, US lawsuit claims Reuters
July 23, 2026Carapaz wins stage as Pogacar's team suffers sickness
Ecuador's Richard Carapaz wins stage 18 of the Tour de France following a commanding breakaway.
July 23, 2026Nestle beats Q2 organic sales expectations, forms waters joint venture - Reuters
Nestle beats Q2 organic sales expectations, forms waters joint venture Reuters
July 23, 2026AI will not trigger employment collapse, staffing company Adecco Group says - Reuters
AI will not trigger employment collapse, staffing company Adecco Group says Reuters
July 23, 2026Swiss court orders fresh ruling for whistleblowers in multi-billion fraud case - Reuters
Swiss court orders fresh ruling for whistleblowers in multi-billion fraud case Reuters
July 22, 2026Nestle nears sale of water business stake at close to €5 billion valuation, FT reports - Reuters
Nestle nears sale of water business stake at close to €5 billion valuation, FT reports Reuters
July 22, 2026Lindt's Easter chocolate sales fall after price hike
The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises.
July 21, 2026La Liga chief Tebas accuses FIFA of 'destroying football industry', calls for Infantino to quit - Reuters
La Liga chief Tebas accuses FIFA of 'destroying football industry', calls for Infantino to quit Reuters
July 21, 2026UEFA president Ceferin boycotted World Cup final after disagreements with FIFA - Reuters
UEFA president Ceferin boycotted World Cup final after disagreements with FIFA Reuters
July 20, 2026Samsung Biologics to launch $1.8 billion all-cash bid for PolyPeptide - Reuters
Samsung Biologics to launch $1.8 billion all-cash bid for PolyPeptide Reuters
July 20, 2026How the World Cup has affected your Premier League team
Now Spain have been crowned world champions after victory over Argentina in New Jersey, attention will quickly shift to the new domestic season.
July 19, 2026Pidcock up to fourth as Schmid wins Tour breakaway
Britain's Tom Pidcock is up to fourth place overall in the Tour de France standings after a breakaway from which Switzerland's Mauro Schmid wins stage 13.
July 17, 2026Are Argentina being treated favourably at World Cup?
Egypt have alleged bias in favour of Argentina and favouritism towards their star player, Lionel Messi. Is this fair?
July 17, 2026ABB to press ahead with acquisitions after $5.5 billion Rotork deal - Reuters
ABB to press ahead with acquisitions after $5.5 billion Rotork deal Reuters
July 16, 2026Cartier-owner Richemont's sales beat boosts luxury sector as jewellery shines - Reuters
Cartier-owner Richemont's sales beat boosts luxury sector as jewellery shines Reuters
July 15, 2026IOC asked to investigate FIFA president's role in Balogun reversal - Reuters
IOC asked to investigate FIFA president's role in Balogun reversal Reuters
July 15, 2026Google probed by Swiss regulator over Android default search feature - Reuters
Google probed by Swiss regulator over Android default search feature Reuters
July 14, 2026The secretive crypto firm backed by Farage's biggest donor
Tether is a giant in crytocurrency, an industry that Nigel Farage believes the UK should be embracing.
July 13, 2026Villa working on deal for Switzerland's Manzambi
Aston Villa are working on a deal for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi as they attempt to hijack a move to Newcastle United.
July 13, 2026Arsenal want Argentina's Alvarez - Monday's gossip
Arsenal want to sign Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez, Aston Villa hijack Newcastle's move for Johan Manzambi, plus more.
July 12, 2026Potential World Cup expansion to be discussed after 2026 edition - Infantino - Reuters
Potential World Cup expansion to be discussed after 2026 edition - Infantino Reuters
July 12, 2026Swiss fans salute team after World Cup run ends in defeat by Argentina - Reuters
Swiss fans salute team after World Cup run ends in defeat by Argentina Reuters
July 12, 2026Scaloni says suffering is in Argentina's DNA after extra-time win over Switzerland - Reuters
Scaloni says suffering is in Argentina's DNA after extra-time win over Switzerland Reuters
July 12, 2026Switzerland coach blasts 'unacceptable' VAR rule after Argentina defeat - Reuters
Switzerland coach blasts 'unacceptable' VAR rule after Argentina defeat Reuters
July 12, 2026Argentina strike late in extra time to sink 10-man Swiss and reach World Cup semis - Reuters
Argentina strike late in extra time to sink 10-man Swiss and reach World Cup semis Reuters
July 12, 2026Swiss without injured Manzambi for Argentina quarter-final, Yakin says - Reuters
Swiss without injured Manzambi for Argentina quarter-final, Yakin says Reuters
July 10, 2026Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup - Reuters
Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup Reuters
July 10, 2026Swift starts blockchain ledger with initial set of 17 banks - Reuters
Swift starts blockchain ledger with initial set of 17 banks Reuters
July 9, 2026Unusual or predictable? How Europe is dominating the World Cup
Six of the eight quarter-finalists at the World Cup in North America are from Europe, so why are they doing so well and what does history tell us about the chances of one of them winning it all?
July 8, 2026Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach quarter-finals
Gregor Kobel is Switzerland's penalty hero, after pulling off a stunning shootout save from Colombia's Cucho Hernandez to help set up a quarter-final clash with Argentina.
July 8, 2026Watch every penalty from Switzerland v Colombia shootout
Watch the full penalties as Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 in the shootout to advance to the quarter-finals.
July 8, 2026Switzerland edge Colombia on penalties to reach first World Cup quarter-final since 1954 - Reuters
Switzerland edge Colombia on penalties to reach first World Cup quarter-final since 1954 Reuters
July 7, 2026Flexibility key for Colombia's Lorenzo as Swiss challenge awaits - Reuters
Flexibility key for Colombia's Lorenzo as Swiss challenge awaits Reuters
July 7, 2026FIFA defends Balogun decision, Trump calls red card U-turn 'brilliant' - Reuters
FIFA defends Balogun decision, Trump calls red card U-turn 'brilliant' Reuters
July 6, 2026The numbers behind Spain defence chasing World Cup history
With Spain yet to concede at the 2026 World Cup and on the brink of another tournament record, BBC Sport examines the numbers behind the shutouts.
July 6, 2026UEFA slams FIFA's 'unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable' Balogun decision - Reuters
UEFA slams FIFA's 'unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable' Balogun decision Reuters
July 6, 2026From one to 16 - ranking every team left in the World Cup
BBC Sport ranks the 16 teams left in the World Cup. Do Argentina deserve to be in the top three? Should Norway be higher? What about England's position?
July 4, 2026Colombia edge Ghana 1-0 to set up Switzerland showdown - Reuters
Colombia edge Ghana 1-0 to set up Switzerland showdown Reuters
July 4, 2026'Hotter and hotter and hotter' - Europe's new climate in seven charts
Temperature records have tumbled across the UK and Europe as scientists warn it is a sign of things to come.
July 4, 2026Xhaka set to stay at Sunderland despite Chelsea interest
Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka is set to stay at the club this summer, despite interest from Chelsea.
July 3, 2026Swiss glaciers rapidly lose protective snow in punishing European heatwave - Reuters
Swiss glaciers rapidly lose protective snow in punishing European heatwave Reuters
July 3, 2026Swiss steel sees off Algeria World Cup challenge, says Yakin - Reuters
Swiss steel sees off Algeria World Cup challenge, says Yakin Reuters
July 3, 2026Soccer-Switzerland sweep past Algeria to make World Cup last 16 - Reuters
Soccer-Switzerland sweep past Algeria to make World Cup last 16 Reuters
July 3, 2026Switzerland make two changes, Algeria three for World Cup last-32 clash - Reuters
Switzerland make two changes, Algeria three for World Cup last-32 clash Reuters
July 3, 2026Rebel Catholic group in Switzerland unrepentant over excommunication - Reuters
Rebel Catholic group in Switzerland unrepentant over excommunication Reuters
July 2, 2026Rebel Catholic group ordains bishops in Switzerland, defying Pope Leo - Reuters
Rebel Catholic group ordains bishops in Switzerland, defying Pope Leo Reuters
July 1, 2026England's warmest June on record following historic heatwave
England saw its warmest June since records began in 1865 and the second warmest for the whole of the UK according to data just released by the Met Office.
July 1, 2026EXCLUSIVE: Nestle to cut artificial colourings from all products by end-2026 - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: Nestle to cut artificial colourings from all products by end-2026 Reuters
June 30, 2026FDA set to review Sandoz's generic GLP-1s - Reuters
FDA set to review Sandoz's generic GLP-1s Reuters
June 29, 2026Move over Messi and Ronaldo - the new generation shining at World Cup
BBC Sport looks at five young players who are making a big impression on the same World Cup stage as veterans Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
June 29, 2026Derided by Leeds, snubbed by USA - but Marsch becoming Canada hero
Derided by Leeds fans and snubbed by the USA, Jesse Marsch has faced difficult moments in his career - but appears to have found his home with Canada as they look to reach the World Cup last 16.
June 28, 2026Canada eligible to join Eurovision competition
Prime Minister Mark Carney raised the idea of Canada joining the song contest in his 2025 budget.
June 26, 2026Swatch claiming $170 million in damages against Samsung over trademark infringement, FT reports - Reuters
Swatch claiming $170 million in damages against Samsung over trademark infringement, FT reports Reuters
June 26, 2026Three Britons reach Wimbledon through qualifying
A trio of Britons - Ollie Tarvet, Billy Harris and Max Basing - qualify for the Wimbledon main draw.
June 25, 2026Vargas, Manzambi strike as Switzerland top group with 2-1 victory over Canada - Reuters
Vargas, Manzambi strike as Switzerland top group with 2-1 victory over Canada Reuters
June 24, 2026Switzerland starts talks to acquire non-US air defence system - Reuters
Switzerland starts talks to acquire non-US air defence system Reuters
June 24, 2026Fewer job offers for junior roles due to AI, Swiss study shows - Reuters
Fewer job offers for junior roles due to AI, Swiss study shows Reuters
June 24, 2026No extra revenue for Fifa from hydration breaks - Infantino
Hydration breaks at the World Cup are "purely a sporting matter" and bring "no additional revenue for Fifa", says president Gianni Infantino.
June 24, 2026Iran says no new commitments on nuclear sites after Vance says inspectors to be invited back
Iran's foreign ministry says it made "no new commitments" on nuclear inspections after talks in Switzerland.
June 23, 2026Schools close as more than half of France under red heat alerts
The health minister warns many citizens "will suffer", with temperatures set to peak on Monday.
June 22, 2026US and Iran begin talks on initial peace deal in Switzerland
The face-to-face meeting follows ongoing fighting in Lebanon and Iran's claim to have shut the Strait of Hormuz.
June 21, 2026US VP Vance arrives in Switzerland for peace talks with Iran - Reuters
US VP Vance arrives in Switzerland for peace talks with Iran Reuters
June 21, 2026Why are so many World Cup goals being scored late?
World Cup 2026 is witnessing a surge in late goals. Longer stoppage times, tactical substitutions and hydration breaks are reshaping matches
June 20, 2026Israel and Hezbollah continue strikes despite ceasefire agreement
Deaths are reported in southern Lebanon, with the IDF saying it hit "Hezbollah terrorist targets" after the group fired over 50 projectiles at Israeli forces.
June 20, 2026Trump envoy, Iranian minister head to Switzerland for talks - Reuters
Trump envoy, Iranian minister head to Switzerland for talks Reuters
June 20, 2026Uncertainty hangs over timing of US-Iran peace talks as Switzerland meeting scrapped - Reuters
Uncertainty hangs over timing of US-Iran peace talks as Switzerland meeting scrapped Reuters
June 19, 2026Hat-trick hero & Swiss wonderkid - World Cup duo set for Premier League?
Will Canada hat-trick hero Jonathan David and Swiss goal-scoring midfielder Johan Manzambi be playing in the Premier League next season?
June 19, 2026Manzambi double helps Swiss crush Bosnia 4-1 in World Cup - Reuters
Manzambi double helps Swiss crush Bosnia 4-1 in World Cup Reuters
June 18, 2026Manzambi double propels Switzerland to win against Bosnia
Substitute Johan Manzambi scores twice in a thrilling final 20 minutes, as Switzerland beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1 to edge towards a place in the World Cup round of 32.
June 18, 2026Switzerland says talks planned for Friday between Iran and U.S. - Reuters
Switzerland says talks planned for Friday between Iran and U.S. Reuters
June 18, 2026Bosnia ready to shed underdog reputation, face Switzerland as equals - Reuters
Bosnia ready to shed underdog reputation, face Switzerland as equals Reuters
June 18, 2026Switzerland seek response against Bosnia after Qatar frustration - Reuters
Switzerland seek response against Bosnia after Qatar frustration Reuters
June 18, 2026Iran sends tankers loaded with oil past US military blockade
Three Iranian tankers loaded with crude oil have passed the US blockade line in the Gulf of Oman, ship-tracking data shows.
June 17, 2026MSC denies media report it looking to buy stake in Hapag-Lloyd - Reuters
MSC denies media report it looking to buy stake in Hapag-Lloyd Reuters
June 17, 2026Wall Street rallies, Dow ends with record on US-Iran deal, oil price slide - Reuters
Wall Street rallies, Dow ends with record on US-Iran deal, oil price slide Reuters
June 15, 2026South African jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim dies at 91
Ibrahim helped define a genre of South African jazz music in a career that spanned eight decades.
June 15, 2026What the US and Iran say is in the memorandum to end the war - Reuters
What the US and Iran say is in the memorandum to end the war Reuters
June 15, 2026Unclear if US-Iran agreement will provide respite to Lebanon
Pakistan says the deal includes Lebanon, but recent ceasefires there have failed to take hold.
June 15, 2026Oil prices slide after Pakistan announces deal between US and Iran
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.
June 15, 2026Dollar hits 10-day low as US, Iran reach peace deal - Reuters
Dollar hits 10-day low as US, Iran reach peace deal Reuters
June 15, 2026Gold extends gains after US, Iran reach peace deal - Reuters
Gold extends gains after US, Iran reach peace deal Reuters
June 15, 2026Surge in scams as fraudsters use AI to target people
On average, nearly eight cases of fraud in which money is stolen are reported in the UK every minute.
June 14, 2026Oil slips over 4% after US, Iran reach peace deal, reopen Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Oil slips over 4% after US, Iran reach peace deal, reopen Strait of Hormuz Reuters
June 14, 2026Protesters clash with police ahead of G7 summit in Geneva
Swiss police deployed a water cannon and fired tear gas to disperse anti-G7 protesters after clashes.
June 14, 2026Swiss voters reject 10 million population cap, early projections say
Not all votes have been counted, but the current trend suggests 55% of participants voted against the proposal.
June 14, 2026Was this offside? Technology fault leaves questions over VAR images
Fifa have blamed a technical fault for the delay in releasing the VAR images after a potential - and controversial - offside call during Qatar's World Cup draw with Switzerland.
June 14, 2026Switzerland votes on proposal to cap population at 10 million - Reuters
Switzerland votes on proposal to cap population at 10 million Reuters
June 14, 2026Qatar hail first World Cup point after late goal stuns Switzerland in 1-1 draw - Reuters
Qatar hail first World Cup point after late goal stuns Switzerland in 1-1 draw Reuters
June 13, 2026Switzerland stunned by late Qatar equaliser
Qatar's Boualem Khoukhi scores a stoppage-time equaliser to earn his country their first ever World Cup point against Switzerland in San Francisco.
June 13, 2026Khoukhi heads home late equaliser for Qatar against Switzerland
Qatar's Boualem Khoukhi heads home an equaliser in added on time as his side earn their first ever World Cup point against Switzerland in San Francisco.
June 13, 2026Qatar's top scorer Almoez on the bench, Swiss largely unchanged - Reuters
Qatar's top scorer Almoez on the bench, Swiss largely unchanged Reuters
June 13, 2026Switzerland to vote on plan to cap population at 10 million
The right-wing Swiss People's Party calls the plan a "sustainability initiative", but opponents say it is a recipe for chaos.
June 13, 2026Rolex raises gold watch prices again as super-rich buyers are undeterred - Reuters
Rolex raises gold watch prices again as super-rich buyers are undeterred Reuters
June 12, 2026Larin equaliser earns Canada first ever World Cup point
Cyle Larin comes off the bench to score for Canada against Bosnia-Herzegovina to earn the co-hosts a 1-1 draw as they pick up their first ever point at a World Cup.
June 12, 2026Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut
Musk is now worth $1.11tn according to the Bloomberg rich list, while SpaceX listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a value of $2.2tn.
June 12, 2026Iran team chief slams FIFA’s 'lack of coordination' on visa issues - Reuters
Iran team chief slams FIFA’s 'lack of coordination' on visa issues Reuters
June 12, 2026FIFA chief Infantino defends visa handling, ticket prices on eve of World Cup - Reuters
FIFA chief Infantino defends visa handling, ticket prices on eve of World Cup Reuters
June 10, 2026Fifa and global players' union agree landmark deal
Players will have a seat at football's decision-making table following a landmark deal between world governing body Fifa and global players' union Fifpro.
June 10, 2026Albania protests swell as opposition to Kushner resort persists - Reuters
Albania protests swell as opposition to Kushner resort persists Reuters
June 10, 2026Swiss firms invest $27 billion in US after tariff deal, NZZ am Sonntag reports - Reuters
Swiss firms invest $27 billion in US after tariff deal, NZZ am Sonntag reports Reuters
June 7, 2026Musk's SpaceX IPO jolts life back into European retail investing - Reuters
Musk's SpaceX IPO jolts life back into European retail investing Reuters
June 6, 2026Explainer: An Indian gold firm allegedly inflated revenue by $159 billion using its Swiss unit - Reuters
Explainer: An Indian gold firm allegedly inflated revenue by $159 billion using its Swiss unit Reuters
June 5, 2026Partners Group cap fuels fresh concern over private markets - Reuters
Partners Group cap fuels fresh concern over private markets Reuters
June 3, 2026Putin's 'Davos' haunted by war and stagnation despite the swank of influencers - Reuters
Putin's 'Davos' haunted by war and stagnation despite the swank of influencers Reuters
June 2, 2026Helenius the hero as Finland beat Swiss in ice hockey world final - Reuters
Helenius the hero as Finland beat Swiss in ice hockey world final Reuters
May 31, 2026Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows - Reuters
Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows Reuters
May 27, 2026Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures - Reuters
Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures Reuters
May 22, 2026Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap - Reuters
Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap Reuters
May 22, 2026'I sold it for over £1k': Swatch launch sparks 'chaotic' scenes
Some shoppers have been trying to resell a new line of watches priced at £335 each for up to £16,000.
May 18, 2026China state broadcaster reaches World Cup deal with FIFA - Reuters
China state broadcaster reaches World Cup deal with FIFA Reuters
May 15, 2026'Door is open' for Canada to join Eurovision
Prime Minister Mark Carney has already floated the idea of Canada joining the song contest.
May 14, 2026Warning of record global temperatures
Warning of record global temperatures as chance of very strong El Niño grows
May 14, 2026No sign of larger hantavirus outbreak, says UN health agency
The situation could still change and there might be more confirmed cases, warns the head of the World Health Organization.
May 12, 2026What comes next for US passengers evacuated from hantavirus-hit cruise ship
After being flown to a medical centre in Nebraska, some will be allowed to "self-isolate" in their home states.
May 10, 2026Swiss Air CEO says no immediate fuel shortage, eyes contingency plans - Reuters
Swiss Air CEO says no immediate fuel shortage, eyes contingency plans Reuters
May 10, 2026Anti-work anthems, Boy George and controversial lyrics: A guide to all 35 Eurovision songs
From dancefloor bangers to heartfelt ballads, here are the highlights and low points of Eurovision.
May 8, 2026Dollar steady as US-Iran hostilities flare, yen steadied by intervention risk - Reuters
Dollar steady as US-Iran hostilities flare, yen steadied by intervention risk Reuters
May 8, 2026Watch: Passengers evacuated from virus-hit cruise ship off Cape Verde
The Dutch foreign ministry confirmed that a British, German and Dutch national had now been taken from the virus-hit ship.
May 6, 2026Most Swiss back initiative to cap population at 10 million, poll shows - Reuters
Most Swiss back initiative to cap population at 10 million, poll shows Reuters
April 29, 2026Suspected members of Nigeria-linked Black Axe crime gang arrested in Switzerland - Reuters
Suspected members of Nigeria-linked Black Axe crime gang arrested in Switzerland Reuters
April 28, 2026Novartis misses quarterly sales, profit estimates as Entresto generics hit growth - Reuters
Novartis misses quarterly sales, profit estimates as Entresto generics hit growth Reuters
April 28, 2026How Kenya's Sabastian Sawe broke iconic sub-two-hour barrier at the London Marathon
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe on becoming the first person to break the two-hour barrier for the marathon.
April 27, 2026Kenya's Sabastian Sawe becomes first man to run marathon under two hours to win in London - Reuters
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe becomes first man to run marathon under two hours to win in London Reuters
April 26, 2026Swiss International says five injured after flight aborts takeoff in India - Reuters
Swiss International says five injured after flight aborts takeoff in India Reuters
April 26, 2026Nestle rides out Iran war impact, seeks turnaround in China - Reuters
Nestle rides out Iran war impact, seeks turnaround in China Reuters
April 23, 2026Swiss football club cancel Kanye West concert - Reuters
Swiss football club cancel Kanye West concert Reuters
April 18, 2026DR Congo accepts first set of deportees from the US
The Congolese government stresses those expelled from the US are only in the country temporarily.
April 18, 2026Swiss banks to test possible uses for Swiss franc stablecoin - Reuters
Swiss banks to test possible uses for Swiss franc stablecoin Reuters
April 8, 2026Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says - Reuters
Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says Reuters
April 6, 2026Recalled Italian ambassador to return to Switzerland - Reuters
Recalled Italian ambassador to return to Switzerland Reuters
April 5, 2026Pharmaceuticals face 100% tariffs in US - unless firms strike a deal
The order does not affect generic medicines, the most commonly used in the US.
April 2, 2026Semenya vows to fight against IOC's gene-screening policy - Reuters
Semenya vows to fight against IOC's gene-screening policy Reuters
March 31, 2026E-commerce duties moratorium expires as WTO talks run out of time, officials say - Reuters
E-commerce duties moratorium expires as WTO talks run out of time, officials say Reuters
March 30, 2026African football chief resigns following row over Morocco-Senegal final
Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.
March 29, 2026What is the World Trade Organization e-commerce moratorium that stops tariffs on digital downloads and streaming? - Reuters
What is the World Trade Organization e-commerce moratorium that stops tariffs on digital downloads and streaming? Reuters
March 28, 2026One person dead after gondola crashes down mountain at Swiss ski resort - Reuters
One person dead after gondola crashes down mountain at Swiss ski resort Reuters
March 18, 2026Trump threatens more strikes on Iran's Kharg Island, pushes allies on Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Trump threatens more strikes on Iran's Kharg Island, pushes allies on Strait of Hormuz Reuters
March 15, 2026Rescuers blame weather and 'underprepared skiers' for rise in Alps avalanche deaths
The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100.
March 14, 2026Exclusive: ABB open to 'more than one' big deal in renewed M&A drive, chairman says - Reuters
Exclusive: ABB open to 'more than one' big deal in renewed M&A drive, chairman says Reuters
March 13, 2026Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options - Reuters
Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options Reuters
March 12, 2026WHO warns of health risks from 'black rain' in Iran - Reuters
WHO warns of health risks from 'black rain' in Iran Reuters
March 10, 2026Swiss reject right-wing plan to cut licence fee for public broadcaster
More than 60% voters said they wanted to keep the current licence fee levels, initial projections show.
March 8, 2026Iran attacks breach international law, Swiss Defence Minister says - Reuters
Iran attacks breach international law, Swiss Defence Minister says Reuters
March 8, 2026Roche chairman still expects diagnostics hit from US tariffs - Reuters
Roche chairman still expects diagnostics hit from US tariffs Reuters
March 7, 2026Swiss to vote on right-wing push to slash licence fee for public broadcaster
The move is backed by the right-wing Swiss People's Party, which says the current fee is unjustified because of the high cost of living.
March 7, 2026Exxon, TotalEnergies output at risk from Iran war, analysts say - Reuters
Exxon, TotalEnergies output at risk from Iran war, analysts say Reuters
March 3, 2026Henrietta Lacks: Family of woman whose cells were 'stolen' settles second lawsuit
Novartis is the second drug company to settle a lawsuit brought by the family of a woman whose cells have enabled huge advances in science.
February 28, 2026US threatens to cut off Swiss bank MBaer from financial system over alleged Iran, Russia, Venezuela ties - Reuters
US threatens to cut off Swiss bank MBaer from financial system over alleged Iran, Russia, Venezuela ties Reuters
February 26, 2026CEO of World Economic Forum quits after Epstein ties come to light - Reuters
CEO of World Economic Forum quits after Epstein ties come to light Reuters
February 26, 2026SNB chairman expects Swiss inflation to pick up - Reuters
SNB chairman expects Swiss inflation to pick up Reuters
February 24, 2026Exclusive: Glencore to buy almost $115 million of cobalt from industry veteran Weisfisch, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Glencore to buy almost $115 million of cobalt from industry veteran Weisfisch, sources say Reuters
February 24, 2026US tariff policy 'hasn't changed', says Trump's trade representative
Jamieson Greer says the legal basis for global import taxes will simply adapt to Friday's Supreme Court ruling.
February 23, 2026Sweden's Andersson claims decisive victory in cross-country 50km classic race - Reuters
Sweden's Andersson claims decisive victory in cross-country 50km classic race Reuters
February 22, 2026Katseye's Manon to take 'temporary hiatus' to focus on health
The six-person girl group say the decision was made following "open and thoughtful conversations together".
February 21, 2026Avalanches kill five in Austrian Alps, officials say
A man skiing with his son was among the victims on Friday, bringing the region's avalanche death toll this season to at least 21.
February 21, 2026Maier's 'gold medal performance' in ski cross final
Germany's Daniela Maier claims gold in the women's ski cross big final. Maier was following a contentious bronze medal finish four years ago in Beijing.
February 20, 2026More than 90 deaths this season: Are we seeing more avalanches?
Recent deadly incidents in California and Europe are putting avalanches - and how to avoid them - in the spotlight.
February 19, 2026Same scorer, same opponent, same medal, 12 years on!
Alina Muller repeats history from Sochi in 2014, scoring an overtime winner as Switzerland beat Sweden 2-1 to claim bronze in the women's ice hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
February 19, 2026Trump says world has 10 days to see if Iran deal reached
The US is surging forces to the Middle East amid negotiations with the Islamic Republic over its nuclear programme.
February 19, 2026CAS upholds sprinter's doping ban after "Gatorade gummies" defence falls flat - Reuters
CAS upholds sprinter's doping ban after "Gatorade gummies" defence falls flat Reuters
October 30, 2025Logitech beats quarterly estimates, boosted by business demand - Reuters
Logitech beats quarterly estimates, boosted by business demand Reuters
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