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Emergency crews rescued dozens of trapped workers using makeshift zip lines after catastrophic flooding inundated a hydropower construction tunnel in Nepal. Survivors recounted harrowing escape attempts as international aid mobilized to support recovery efforts and mourn the dead.
Swiss authorities have launched an extensive search operation and issued public appeals following the disappearance of Irene Gio Jelmini. Investigators are urging anyone with information about her whereabouts to come forward immediately.
A woman from Bern, Switzerland, has been convicted for identity theft after using another person's name and contact details to register them on adult entertainment platforms and deceive hospitals about a desire for children.
A Swiss woman named Katrin, who earns a net income of 11,000 Swiss francs per month, finds herself with only 375 francs remaining after covering her monthly expenses. This situation highlights the high cost of living and financial management challenges in Switzerland.
A Swiss woman, dubbed the 'Pokemon princess,' is set to sell her collection of 60,000 Pokemon cards, valued at over €100 million, though questions about her authenticity have been raised.
Elisabeth Meister, one of 50,000 to 60,000 victims of coercive welfare measures in Switzerland last century, broke her silence about authorities forcing her to give up her newborn for adoption in 1969 when she was sixteen.
A child born to an Austrian and a Swiss woman via sperm donation had two recognized mothers in Vienna, but after moving to Zurich, Swiss authorities only recognize one.
A fox visited a reader's garden in Switzerland and spent three hours relaxing on her summer bed, only leaving when she had to go to work.
Sandra, a 34-year-old Swiss woman, shares her experiences living in Tokyo with her husband and three children, detailing her initial culture shock, heated toilet seats, and newfound love for Bento boxes.
A 20-year-old Swiss woman, along with her entrepreneur father, has revealed what is believed to be the world's most valuable Pokémon card collection, which they now plan to sell.
A woman in Switzerland has been fined 1080 Swiss francs for animal cruelty after her two cats were found living in a heavily trashed and neglected apartment without adequate food or water.
A 92-year-old woman in Switzerland faces eviction following mass cancellations and renovations that lead to significantly higher rents, a practice reportedly spreading in Western Switzerland.
Sandra Rahm, a Swiss woman, has symbolically married a tram in 2024, expressing a long-standing emotional connection to the vehicle due to her objectophilia.
Constanze Fristensky, a woman from Zurich, has transformed her grandmother-taught crochet hobby into a popular bag label, even exhibiting her creations in Shanghai.
A 42-year-old Swiss woman is facing court charges for allegedly deceiving doctors and her son about having cancer over several years to fraudulently obtain over €358,000 in social welfare payments.
A sudden glacial collapse on the Nepal-Tibet border has triggered catastrophic flash floods that have killed at least 389 people and left over 1,000 missing. More than 13,000 rescue personnel are currently conducting search-and-rescue missions amid concerns that a newly formed lake could breach and worsen the disaster.
The situation of a Swiss woman held hostage in the desert continues to be dire, with no immediate resolution in sight. Concerns for her safety and well-being persist.
A Swiss woman is credited with introducing and promoting river swimming in Boston, bringing a new recreational activity to the city.
A Swiss woman left her corporate career to establish a free school in India, stating she has 'never felt richer' since making the change.
A 22-year-old Swiss woman, an assistant in a house administration, is facing charges of negligent animal cruelty after two pigeons died in the attic of a Zurich apartment building.
A 41-year-old Swiss woman, Eveline, lost a significant amount of money after falling victim to a sophisticated phishing scam involving a fake refund link for a Booking.com hotel reservation. Cybercriminals are reportedly using increasingly refined methods to trick users.
A woman in Switzerland alerted police with scratches on her face, claiming a brutal attack, but later admitted to fabricating the incident at Aarau train station.
Nicole Niquille, the first Swiss woman to become a certified mountain guide in 1986, shares her perspective on life in a wheelchair after a severe accident, finding new ways to connect with the mountains.
A 61-year-old Swiss woman was convicted of money laundering after her bank account was used in a brazen crypto fraud scheme involving a piano donation to a monastery.
Estelle, a 45-year-old Swiss woman, managed to obtain highly sought-after tickets, fulfilling her mother's dream after days of anticipation and hope, overcoming competition from nine million fans.
A 40-year-old dancer is facing trial in Switzerland for allegedly intentionally shooting a man in the head during sex three years ago in Diepoldsau SG.
A 36-year-old Swiss woman, Selina B., and her 8-year-old daughter have been living in tent 124 of an ISIS brides camp for years, which is now being transferred to the Damascus government, raising questions about their future.
A woman who purchased a first-class train ticket in Switzerland was forced to sit on the floor due to severe overcrowding during peak hours. Swiss Alliance Swisspass has provided guidance on how passengers should act in such situations.
A woman from Switzerland has died following a cosmetic procedure in Istanbul, prompting her family to demand answers months after the unexplained death during medical tourism.
Mia (26) has broken her silence, revealing that she was forced into prostitution as a minor by her then-boyfriend. She is now speaking out about forced prostitution and human trafficking in Switzerland.
A 41-year-old Swiss woman was shot in the abdomen in downtown Lisbon and hospitalized. Two suspects, reportedly linked to drug trafficking, fled the scene by car.
Jolina Gisele, a 20-year-old Swiss woman, asserts she owns the world's largest Pokémon card collection, valued at €105 million, despite initial skepticism from many.
A 65-year-old Swiss woman was found dead in her home, where she lived with her husband and son, at least two months after her death. A neighbor raised the alarm after not seeing her for weeks.
Amira Abbas, a young woman from Zurich, claims she was abused by her father for years, but a judge reportedly did not believe her account, highlighting a disturbing story of abuse and a perpetrator who remains free despite conviction.
A 25-year-old Swiss woman was attacked and robbed in Funchal, Madeira. Police were able to track down and apprehend the suspect at a hotel thanks to a witness.
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A 21-year-old woman in Bern, Switzerland, located her stolen mobile phone at an asylum center in Kappelen, but authorities stated that a search of the premises was not legally possible.
A Swiss woman has died in the hospital after being among four people found injured in a violent incident in Au SG on April 9. Three of the victims sustained severe injuries.
A Swiss woman has been accused of embezzling millions of dollars from a daycare center in Brooklyn over several years. She faces up to 20 years in prison for the alleged theft, which she reportedly spent on luxury items and wrestling.
In Switzerland, Claudia Castro was elected to her city's communal council near Lausanne after signing a petition, despite never having formally run as a candidate.
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