Basel, Switzerland
City: BaselCountry: Switzerland
News from Basel
UK-Switzerland deal to scrap roaming charges and allow Britons to use e-gates
The UK signs a new services deal with Switzerland it says will increase exports by £5.2bn annually "in the long run".
July 13, 2026Heatwave breaks records in Germany, Denmark and Czech Republic
An estimated 150 million people are now experiencing temperatures of over 35C across Europe.
June 27, 2026Switzerland to vote on plan to cap population at 10 million
The right-wing Swiss People's Party calls the plan a "sustainability initiative", but opponents say it is a recipe for chaos.
June 13, 2026Swiss pharma hub Basel frets over population cap threat - Reuters
Swiss pharma hub Basel frets over population cap threat Reuters
June 12, 2026Eurovision Song Contest launches first-ever Asia edition
Broadcasters from 10 countries, including South Korea and the Philippines, will be taking part.
March 31, 2026Henrietta Lacks: Family of woman whose cells were 'stolen' settles second lawsuit
Novartis is the second drug company to settle a lawsuit brought by the family of a woman whose cells have enabled huge advances in science.
February 28, 2026