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Want to book a summer vacation? This is the cheapest week to travel, experts say
It's something that only 4% of travelers are actually taking advantage of, according to the site.
Swiss Army Knife set to release a new pocket tool — without a knife — citing 'violence in the world'
The manufacturer of the iconic Swiss Army Knife said that's releasing a new multi-tool that comes without a knife. The pocket tool-maker Victorinox's CEO Carl Elsener said in an interview...
Best-smelling cities revealed in new study — No. 1 is historic
This tourism capital scored an 8.3 out of 10 on the smell-o-meter.
Flight forced to return to Newark after unruly passenger tries to break into cockpit
A Zurich-bound flight was forced to return to Newark shortly after take-off after an unruly passenger roamed freely through the cabin, became abusive toward the crew and tried to enter...
Tourists stunned after getting $100 bill for two hamburgers, fries and a soda at Swiss hotel
A couple were “absolutely shocked” when they realized how much they had forked out for two burgers and fries at their hotel.
American teen among 3 killed in avalanche near popular Swiss resort
An American teenager and two other people were killed in avalanche near the Swiss resort of Zermatt, police said Tuesday.
Trans swimmer in secret bid to overturn ban on competing against women, try for Olympics
Controversial transgender swimmer Lia Thomas has taken secret legal action in a bid to overturn a ban on biological males competing alongside women – and hopes to take part in the...
World Economic Forum elites blasted for video discussing climate dangers posed by coffee: 'Hands off'
A video featuring elites at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Switzerland discussing how coffee production contributes to climate change infuriated social media users after going viral.
Davos's party secrets: Caviar, magic mushrooms, champagne and A-list private concerts
A wine party features $995 bottles and there's a war to get ultra-elite guests to your dinner. One CEO is alleged to have brought his sex slave.
World Economic Forum ditches Greta Thunberg for Sam Altman in push toward AI: sources
The twin left-leaning initiatives of DEI and ESG have been at the forefront of the annual gathering in recent years.
Best ticket prices on Taylor Swift’s 2024 ‘Eras Tour’ concert dates
Here's how to see the 2023 Time Magazine Person of the Year perform live.
Swiss city considers legalizing cocaine for recreational use in pilot program
"Cocaine isn't healthy - but the reality is that people use it," one expert said. "We can't change that, so we should try to ensure people use it in the...
Here are the safest — and most dangerous — countries for travel in 2024
A flurry of colder countries have been named most secure in an annual study conducted by risk assessment firm International SOS.
Travel chaos worldwide as heavy snow blankets European cities to Hawaiian peaks
Travel was halted across Europe Saturday as heavy snow blanketed cities and freezing temperatures set in following a week of deadly early-season storms.
Harrowing footage shows climber make nail-biting 6,600-foot ascent on razor-thin ridge
Footage captured the nail-biting moment Dani Arnold crossed a limestone ridge during a daunting 6,624-foot climb up a mountain in eastern Switzerland.
Pregnant Swiss woman, 27, seriously injured by falling dog along Rome street
A 27-year-old pregnant woman was seriously injured when an 85-pound Rottweiler fell out of a third-floor window in Rome and struck her as she walked along a busy street with...
Swiss writer who called journalist 'fat lesbian' sentenced to 60 days in prison
Alain Soral called Catherine Macherel a 'fat lesbian,' criticized her work as a 'queer activist' and said she was 'unhinged'
'Princess of Uzbekistan' accused of running international crime org, laundering millions of dollars
Gulnara Karimova, 51, who is currently imprisoned in Tashkent -- the Uzbekistan capital -- has been accused by Swiss authorities of running a crime organization called "The Office."
Holiday in Switzerland's most expensive celeb resort on a bitty budget
Gstaad — one of the most expensive villages in one of the most expensive countries in the world — is possible to visit on a budget.
Inside the life of Alisha Lehmann —‘world’s most followed' women's soccer star
Soccer player Alisha Lehmann is a star on the field, but her work before and after matches has made her one of the highest paid players in the women’s game.