HISTORICAL FACTS: 49 - Caught on Camera

Swiss President Rushes To US To Avert Steep Tariffs

Switzerland's president and economy minister were due to fly to Washington on Tuesday in a last-minute push to stop steep new tariffs that have blindsided the Alpine country.

International Business Times · Aug 5, 2025

Switzerland scrambles to ink trade deal with US amid certain 'economic blow' due to tariffs

The tariffs, which come into effect on Thursday, are estimated to affect around 60% of Swiss exports to the United States, its largest market for its exports of pharmaceuticals, watches, machinery and chocolate.

Euronews · Aug 5, 2025

You’re kidding me: Donald Trump just made it expensive to know what time it is

The tariffs just keep coming.

We Got This Covered · Aug 4, 2025

Friendship at 13,000 feet: how climbing in the Swiss Alps is bringing refugees together

A mountaineering project in Switzerland helps exiles from countries such as Afghanistan, Iran and Ukraine recover from trauma by conquering summits

The Guardian - UK · Aug 3, 2025

Countries under pressure to finalise UN plastic pollution treaty as talks resume

Countries are meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, where they will hope to break a deadlock in talks for a legally binding agreement on plastics.

Evening Standard · Aug 2, 2025

Surviving retirement: Where do older Europeans get their money?

Public payouts, such as state pensions, account for around two-thirds of the income of people aged 65 and over in Europe.

Euronews · Aug 2, 2025

Switzerland, the land of luxury brands, could see prices skyrocket from Trump's 39% tariffs

Switzerland is home to some of the world’s most recognizable luxury brands

The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2025

Switzerland says ‘disappointed’ by Trump tariffs, will try to negotiate

European nation faces 39-percent tariff rate as Trump administration unveils new duties on dozens of trade partners.

Al Jazeera · Aug 1, 2025

England are undisputed Queens of Europe, but can they rule the world?

The Lionesses kept their crown in stunning fashion and now want to get their hands on the biggest trophy of all

Evening Standard · Aug 1, 2025

Swiss Will Try To Negotiate Way Out Of Stiff US Tariffs

The Swiss government said Friday it would negotiate with the United States to try to avoid the tough 39-percent US tariff rate that would harm key industries.

International Business Times · Aug 1, 2025