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Swiss Federal Advent Traditions
From Samichlaus in German-speaking Switzerland to Geneva’s Escalade, through Christmas markets, ice rinks, and Advent rituals, the holiday season showcases how Switzerland can bring together diverse…
Success for the presentation of the book Il coraggio è femmina at the Italian Chamber of Deputies
Zaira Sellerio presents the book Il coraggio è femmina (Courage Is Female) at the Chamber: a successful event dedicated to the strength and resilience of women.
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2026 as a milestone for federalism and direct democracy in Switzerland
2026 is shaping up to be a crucial year for Switzerland, with some of the most important dynamics of federalism, such as direct democracy, the distribution of power between the Confederation and the…
Venezuela key in Trump’s national security strategy
In a historic military operation, the U.S. has detained Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, raising questions about his regime’s future and regional stability.
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Quando Babbo Natale volò con la Fiat 500 – When Santa Claus flew with the Fiat 500
When the reindeer can’t fly, Santa Claus finds a modern solution: an electric…
La racchetta magica e il miracolo di natale – The Magic Racket and the Christmas Miracle
Ale, a ten-year-old boy, discovers a magical racket that helps him save his…
The knowledge-guarding cats
For centuries, libraries have used cats as defenders of books against mice: a…
Swiss Federal Advent Traditions
From Samichlaus in German-speaking Switzerland to Geneva’s Escalade, through…
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The election of Pope Leo XIV: Geopolitics of the papacy
In a world teetering between authoritarianism and apathy, the new pope has a…
Reform of Italian citizenship ius sanguinis
Decree-Law no. 36 of 28 March 2025 introduces restrictions on the recognition…
Europe’s micronations between history and diplomacy
Journey to the continent's smallest sovereign states: between centuries-old…
Pope Leo XIV the first US pope
From Illinois to the Papal Throne: Robert Francis Prevost, an Augustinian,…
Easter between spirituality and popular customs
The Christian celebration that embraces the mystery of salvation and renews…
April Fool’s Day Traditions
April Fools' Day, a day dedicated to pranks and hoaxes celebrated every year on…
Switzerland and Liechtenstein strengthen cooperation in the field of innovation
New cooperation agreement to promote high-risk projects, support start-ups and…
Switzerland is the world’s smartest country
A new ranking puts Switzerland in first place for intelligence, followed by the…
Schengen entry for non-EU tourists changes
The ETIAS, an electronic authorisation system similar to the US ESTA for…
Romania and Bulgaria in the Schengen Area
Romania and Bulgaria are fully in the Schengen area as of 1 January 2025 with…
The real Made in Italy in Zurich on September 10th 2022
