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Switzerland Fast-Tracks Solar Projects Starting April 1
Planet Wins1d ago

Switzerland Fast-Tracks Solar Projects Starting April 1

Switzerland just made it easier and faster to build large solar farms across the country. The new law cuts through red tape to speed up clean energy development when it takes effect in just weeks.

PV Magazine3 min read
Swiss Skier Franjo von Allmen Wins 3 Golds at Milan Olympics
Sports6d ago

Swiss Skier Franjo von Allmen Wins 3 Golds at Milan Olympics

A Swiss alpine skier captured the first gold medal of the 2026 Winter Olympics and didn't stop there. Franjo von Allmen went on to win three gold medals total, turning his Olympic dreams into reality on the slopes of Milan Cortina.

Fast Company2 min read
GB Men's Curling Team Reaches First Olympic Final
SportsFeb 20

GB Men's Curling Team Reaches First Olympic Final

Great Britain's men's curling team secured their spot in the Winter Olympics final after an intense 8-5 victory over Switzerland in the semi-finals. The team called it the "hardest fought win" they've ever achieved as they prepare for the biggest match of their lives.

BBC Sport2 min read
Ski Mountaineering Makes Olympic Debut in Milan-Cortina
InnovationFeb 20

Ski Mountaineering Makes Olympic Debut in Milan-Cortina

A brand new winter sport thrilled nearly sold-out crowds at the 2026 Winter Olympics as ski mountaineering made its historic debut in blizzard conditions. Switzerland and Spain claimed the first-ever gold medals in a sport that combines uphill sprinting, mountain climbing, and downhill skiing into one heart-pounding race.

Google News - Sports3 min read
Team GB Reaches Men's Curling Final at 2026 Winter Olympics
SportsFeb 20

Team GB Reaches Men's Curling Final at 2026 Winter Olympics

Great Britain's men's curling team secured their spot in the Olympic final with an impressive 8-5 victory over Switzerland. The win puts Team GB one match away from Olympic gold at the 2026 Winter Games.

BBC Sport2 min read
Ski Mountaineering Makes Olympic History in Blizzard
Community HeroesFeb 19

Ski Mountaineering Makes Olympic History in Blizzard

A brand new winter sport captivated crowds as ski mountaineering made its first-ever Olympic appearance Thursday. Athletes sprinted uphill on skis through heavy snow in Italy, creating history and thrilling sold-out crowds.

BBC Sport2 min read
Swiss Athlete Wins First Ever Olympic Ski Mountaineering Gold
Community HeroesFeb 19

Swiss Athlete Wins First Ever Olympic Ski Mountaineering Gold

Marianne Fatton just became the first person in history to win an Olympic gold medal in ski mountaineering. The grueling Alpine sport made its debut at this year's Winter Olympics, and Switzerland claimed the historic first victory.

BBC Sport2 min read
$13 Camera Holds 70-Year-Old Photos, Search for Owners On
Acts of KindnessFeb 19

$13 Camera Holds 70-Year-Old Photos, Search for Owners On

An amateur photographer found undeveloped film from the 1950s inside a vintage camera bought at a thrift shop. The photos show a Swiss ski trip, and now experts are searching for anyone who recognizes the faces.

Smithsonian3 min read
Canada's Poulin Breaks Olympic Record With 20th Goal
SportsFeb 17

Canada's Poulin Breaks Olympic Record With 20th Goal

Marie-Philip Poulin just made Olympic history, becoming the first woman to score 20 goals in Olympic hockey. The Canadian captain reached the milestone during a semifinal game against Switzerland at the Milan Cortina Games.

Google: olympic record broken2 min read
Switzerland Wins 4 of 5 Alpine Golds at Milan–Cortina
SportsFeb 17

Switzerland Wins 4 of 5 Alpine Golds at Milan–Cortina

Swiss skier Loïc Meillard captured slalom gold, completing his country's stunning sweep of nearly every men's alpine skiing event at the Winter Olympics. Japan also made history with their first-ever figure skating pairs medal.

France 24 English3 min read
Myanmar Doctor Escapes Military Rule, Earns Swiss PhD
Community HeroesFeb 13

Myanmar Doctor Escapes Military Rule, Earns Swiss PhD

After resigning to protest Myanmar's military coup, a young physician faced unemployment and arrest threats before winning a scholarship to Switzerland. Her journey from darkness to a PhD shows how perseverance can triumph over impossible odds.

Nature News2 min read
Swiss Skier Franjo von Allmen Wins 3rd Olympic Gold
Community HeroesFeb 12

Swiss Skier Franjo von Allmen Wins 3rd Olympic Gold

A 23-year-old Swiss skier who lost his father as a teen and relied on crowdfunding to continue competing just made Olympic history. Franjo von Allmen captured his third gold medal in five days, joining only two other men to accomplish the feat.

Google: world cup victory2 min read
Ryan Cochran-Siegle Wins Second Olympic Silver in Super-G
SportsFeb 11

Ryan Cochran-Siegle Wins Second Olympic Silver in Super-G

Vermont skier Ryan Cochran-Siegle clinched his second Olympic silver medal in super-G at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games, finishing just 0.13 seconds behind Switzerland's gold medalist. The 34-year-old's repeat podium finish proves his incredible consistency at skiing's highest level.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
Swiss Skier Von Allmen Wins Historic Third Olympic Gold
SportsFeb 11

Swiss Skier Von Allmen Wins Historic Third Olympic Gold

Switzerland's Franjo von Allmen just made Olympic history, becoming only the third male skier ever to win three gold medals at a single Winter Games. The 24-year-old's super-G victory in Bormio puts him alongside legendary names from 1956 and 1968.

France 24 English2 min read
Swiss Skier Von Allmen Wins Olympic Gold in Bormio
SportsFeb 8

Swiss Skier Von Allmen Wins Olympic Gold in Bormio

Franjo Von Allmen soared to the top of the podium Saturday, claiming Switzerland's newest Olympic downhill gold medal. The rising star outpaced two Italian competitors on their home snow in a thrilling finish.

France 24 English2 min read
Swiss Skier, 24, Claims First Gold at Milan Olympics
SportsFeb 7

Swiss Skier, 24, Claims First Gold at Milan Olympics

In his first-ever Olympic race, 24-year-old Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen captured gold in the men's downhill, beating a hometown favorite by just half a second. The thrilling win kicked off the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics with heart-pounding speed and split-second drama.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Swiss Skier Franjo Von Allmen Wins First 2026 Olympic Gold
Community HeroesFeb 7

Swiss Skier Franjo Von Allmen Wins First 2026 Olympic Gold

A 24-year-old Swiss skier who once crowdfunded his career after his father's death just became the first Olympic champion of 2026. Franjo von Allmen's journey from working construction sites to the top of the podium proves dreams don't have an expiration date.

BBC Sport2 min read
Swiss Skier Wins Olympic Gold After Crowdfunding Saved Career
SportsFeb 7

Swiss Skier Wins Olympic Gold After Crowdfunding Saved Career

Franjo von Allmen, who nearly quit skiing at 17 due to financial struggles, just won Switzerland's first gold medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The 24-year-old's journey from crowdfunded teenager to Olympic champion proves that one community's belief can change everything.

ESPN2 min read
Surgery Helps 8 Cancer Survivors Become Mothers
Acts of KindnessFeb 6

Surgery Helps 8 Cancer Survivors Become Mothers

A groundbreaking surgical technique is helping cancer survivors give birth by moving their reproductive organs out of harm's way during treatment. Eight babies have been born so far, with the latest arrival being Europe's first success story.

MIT Technology Review2 min read
Swiss Yodelling Gets UNESCO Honor, Goes Rock and Rap
InnovationFeb 6

Swiss Yodelling Gets UNESCO Honor, Goes Rock and Rap

Switzerland's ancient yodelling tradition just earned a spot on UNESCO's prestigious cultural heritage list. The Alpine vocal art is now blending with modern music genres, proving old traditions can thrive in new ways.

France 24 English2 min read

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