Crans-Montana: Nicolas Féraud sort de son mutisme après 126 jours – SWI swissinfo.ch

After 126 days of silence, Nicolas Féraud, the president of Crans-Montana, has formally addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding his leadership and the legal proceedings involving the municipality. The period of administrative quiet, which began following a series of high-profile incidents and subsequent investigations, has been marked by mounting public pressure and political friction within the … Read more

Israel and Lebanon Reach Ceasefire Agreement Amid Hezbollah Resistance

As the international community watches the volatile situation in the Middle East, a tentative path toward a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has emerged, though the road to a lasting cessation of hostilities remains fraught with complex security challenges. In recent days, diplomatic efforts have intensified to halt the exchange of fire that has … Read more

Münchensteinerstrasse Closed Due to Fire in Basel

Emergency services in Basel were mobilized on Tuesday to address a significant fire that broke out in a high-rise building, prompting a large-scale emergency response and temporary disruptions to local traffic. The incident, which drew a heavy presence from the Basel-Stadt Cantonal Police and fire brigades, centered on the Münchensteinerstrasse area, a busy transit corridor … Read more

Ukraine’s Drone Strikes on Russia: Zelenskyy’s Sanctions and Energy Targets

SOFIA, Bulgaria — A relentless escalation in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) warfare has once again placed Ukrainian civilian infrastructure in the crosshairs, as a fresh wave of Russian drone strikes left at least one person dead and dozens more injured. The intensified aerial campaign marks a deepening phase of the conflict, characterized by a “tit-for-tat” … Read more

Dutch Health Authorities Clear Ship Hundios to Resume Sailing

The expedition vessel Hondius has been cleared to resume operations following a period of heightened scrutiny by Dutch health authorities. The ship, which operates primarily in polar regions, had been held in the port of Vlissingen due to an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness among those on board. As a physician and health journalist, I often … Read more

Iran Restores International Internet Access

As the international community monitors the evolving situation in West Asia, reports have emerged regarding significant shifts in telecommunications infrastructure within Iran. Following an extended period of restricted connectivity, there are indications that the country is restoring access to the global internet, a development that follows 88 days of widespread outages linked to the ongoing … Read more

Israel Escalates Airstrikes & Ground Offensives in Lebanon: Latest Updates on War with Iran – Casualties, Targets & Global Reactions

Israel Expands Military Campaign in Lebanon: Southern Cities Under Attack as Ground Operations Intensify By Maria Petrova | Editor, World | May 26, 2026 | Sofia, Bulgaria Israel has significantly escalated its military operations in southern Lebanon, launching targeted airstrikes on urban areas and expanding ground incursions beyond the internationally recognized border known as the … Read more

Uganda Confirms 2 More Ebola Cases: Total Rises to 7 Amid Ongoing Outbreak – Latest Updates & Health Alerts

Uganda has confirmed two new cases of Ebola, bringing the total number of infections in the current outbreak to seven, according to the latest official health updates. The World Health Organization (WHO) and Uganda’s Ministry of Health have been monitoring the situation closely, emphasizing the need for urgent public health measures to contain the virus … Read more

Pas de Suisse à 10 millions»: la Grève du climat se dresse contre – SWI swissinfo.ch

The debate surrounding Switzerland’s demographic future has intensified as the initiative titled “No Switzerland at 10 Million” (“Pas de Suisse à 10 millions”) faces mounting opposition from environmental and social advocacy groups. The proposal, which seeks to implement a constitutional cap on the country’s permanent resident population, has become a focal point for national discourse … Read more

Putin in Beijing: China-Russia Summit After Trump’s Visit – Geopolitical Implications & Ukraine War Talks

Sofia, Bulgaria — May 19, 2026 Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing today for a two-day state visit at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, a move that comes just days after former US President Donald Trump concluded his own high-profile trip to China. The timing of Putin’s visit has sparked global speculation … Read more