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Learning to let go in a fast-paced world: how executives, seniors and animals handle stress
Millions of people around the world were affected in different ways by typhoon Haiyan, the death of John F Kennedy 50 years ago and the ongoing financial crisis. In each case, Switzerland responded in its own way.
NGOs dig for the truth about precious commodities, while an American in Zurich unearths curiosities at the flea market.
Swiss alcohol consumption is on the decline, while Muslims living in Switzerland are foregoing both food and drink in honour of Ramadan.
We visit summer camps bringing youngsters from around the world to Switzerland, from the highly competitive International Biology Olympiad in Bern to a World Centre for girl scouts in Adelboden.
Tourists might be drawn to the Eiger by its breath-taking beauty, but elite alpine climbers relish the challenge of conquering its intimidating north face – climbed for the first time 75 years ago.
From terracotta warriors to tanks: the armies currently occupying Switzerland
A long road ahead for Egyptian democracy, and a historic tour recreated.
Two Swiss solar vehicles power their way around America. And in Bern, unusually bright people get the chance to shine at an IT company.
Balls, birdies, athletes and tents were among the things flying through the air this week at the 2013 Swiss Federal Sports Festival in Biel.
Art is many things to many people, from buskers on the streets of Art Basel to controversial banned photographs in the Facebook era. And for some American singers, it means re-discovering their Swiss roots through music .
All is not so quiet in the East while the Swiss pay closer attention to an airborne threat from the west.
The Clean Clothes Campaign demands better working conditions in the garment industry, old kimonos get a brand-new look, and savvy women swap their cast-offs.
Atheist philosopher Alain de Botton tries to convince other atheists that religion has its uses, and worshippers of Richard Wagner flock to Lucerne for a sensory experience.
Where can you find yodelling courses for CEO's, a tragic musical performed on the shores of a lake, and a guitarist who sings that laughing is good for you? In Switzerland, of course, where all the world's a stage!
