Switzerland
Circus Bear That Lived in Tiny Cage Most of Its Life Finally Rescued
The bear, known as Jambolina, was forced to perform in a circus for 11 years.
COVID Cases Are Now Rising in These European Countries
Spain, France, the U.K., Italy and Germany are seeing a record-breaking number of coronavirus infections as a second wave of the pandemic ripples through Europe.
Someone Call Tay Zonday Because Skies Poured 'Chocolate Rain' in Swiss Town
A ventilation malfunction at a Lindt & Sprüngli factory resulted in chocolate particles actually raining down from the sky.
Remember When Oprah Was Told She Couldn't Afford a Purse in 2013?
Winfrey has detailed a 2013 experience in Zurich, Switzerland where she tried to buy a purse from a Swiss shop, but was told by the employee that she couldn't afford the bag she wanted to see.
CERN Creating 'Stripped-down' Ventilator for COVID-19 Patients
"We want to deploy our resources and competences to contribute to the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic," CERN Director-General Fabiola Gianotti said.
Switzerland Advances Approval of Anti-Discrimination Laws for LGBTQ People
The Swiss people took to the ballots on Sunday to decide whether or not to extend anti-racism rights to the LGBTQ community.
Critically Endangered Crocodile Shot Dead After Biting Zookeeper
Zoo officials shot a crocodile after it became aggressive and bit a keeper's hand on Monday.
Tiny Replica of Michelangelo's David Created by Scientists Using 3D Printer
The smallest of the statues measures less than one millimeter in height.
Green Spaces in Cities Seem to Lower People's Risk of Dying: Study
Spaces like parks are thought to encourage people to exercise, as well as boost mental and physical health.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Hairdresser Found Stabbed to Death in Hotel Room
A housekeeper discovered Ricardo Marques Ferreira's body covered in blood and with several stab wounds when she entered his room in Zurich, Switzerland to clean it.
Napping in the Day Could Protect Against Heart Attacks and Strokes
Researchers studied thousands of Swiss people to understand whether napping is good for heart health.
Kim Jong Un's Teenage Years Revealed: Ambitious and Prone to Lashing Out
Author Anna Fifield's new book provides fresh details on the dictator-to-be's adolescent years growing up in the picturesque Swiss capital of Bern.
Bubonic Plague: Eating Raw Marmot Kidneys Caused Black Death of Couple
The latest deaths sparked a six-day-long quarantine in the western Mongolian province of Bayan Olgii.
Should You Keep Your Cat Indoors? Yes, Say Scientists
"Keeping your cat indoors is a great way to keep them healthy from infectious diseases," an author of the study said.
The Six Countries You Need to Visit in April
There's nothing more invigorating than Spring travel - and April is the prime month to take off and visit Europe. But book now, hotels in these six hot countries are filling up fast!
Conceptual Artist Tom Sachs Tweaks Switzerland
With sly humor and bricolage, Tom Sachs spoofs the folly of perceived utopias. Nothing is sacred in Switzerland—not even Heidi.
Pirates Storm Ship and Kidnap 12 Crew
The European shipowner announced that the pirates kidnapped 12 of the 19 crew onboard as hostage in the Gulf of Guinea.
Suspected Russian Spies Arrested on Way to Weapons Lab
An alleged Russian plot to infiltrate a chemical weapons laboratory where samples of the poison Novichok were being tested has been foiled.
Swiss Village Covered in Mud After Riverbed Erupts
The scene resembled the aftermath of a volcanic eruption.
20 Dead After WWII Vintage Plane Crashes in Swiss Alps
"We can say that the aircraft smashed into ground almost vertically at relatively high speed," a police spokesperson said.
What Is "Operation Hot Dogs"?
Zürich authorities are encouraging dog owners to take care of their canines during the heat wave.
Tajikistan Ramming Attack: ISIS Claims Responsibility
Tajik officials said a detained suspect admitted links to the Islamic Renaissance Party of Tajikistan.
Mystery Skier Identified After 64 Years Missing
Frenchman Henri Le Masne disappeared in the Italian Alps in 1954, and his body was not found until 2005.
Priest Goes to Rehab After Gambling Away $1 Million
The man was forced to resign from his religious duties under Switzerland's Diocese of Chur.
Hundreds Rescued From Swiss Mountain in James Bond Film
Within 10 minutes of receiving notice, an Air Glaciers team had arrived to evacuate the passengers.
Marie Antoinette's Private Jewel Collection Is for Sale
Never-before-seen pearls, diamonds, a pendant and earrings from the court of French King Louis XVI will go to the highest bidder.
Watching Soccer With Kim Jong Un
The International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach met North Korea's reclusive leader in 2018.
104-year-old Scientist Ends Own Life in Switzerland
Australian botanist and ecologist David Goodall's procedure took place today.
Pope's Swiss Guards to Get 3-D Printed Helmets
The iconic helmet of the world's oldest standing army is getting a lighter, modern upgrade.