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IFFZ – 15 feature films online from May 26th to June 3rd
The Iranian Film Festival in Zurich starts on Wednesday. You can watch all the films on TV. You can register online to watch each film individually. The …
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict – interview with our columnist in the Gaza strip
After 11 days of non-stop bombing on the Gaza strip by Israel, a cease-fire was announced between Hamas and Israel. At 2 am on the night of Friday May 21st the …
The 7th Iranian Film Festival in Zurich: May 26th-June 3rd
The 7th edition of the Iranian Film Festival will start in 9 days on May 26th. This year the festival will present 12 feature and 17 short films in …
French Renaissance and Classical Gardens: Villandry (Part I)
Find out more about the most recognized gardens from the Renaissance garden of Villandry to the best example of Jardins à la française in
Napoléon Bonapatre and his conquest of Egypt
220 years ago ended Napoléon’s conquest of Egypt. Success or failure? Historians have different opinions on the matter. What sure is that after that an …
My minimalism. A minimal lifestyle with maximal purpose.
Minimalism for me is all about being present, authentic and real, with yourself and people around you. It enables you to deepen your relationships. Knowing …
How watching sunsets and waiting for condors in the Grand Canyon make the perfect vacation
When planning a Summer trip to the Grand Canyon what often comes to mind is trekking, rafting on the Colorado river, horseback riding, photographing and …
Roger Federer teams up with Switzerland Tourism
While for years he has always represented Switzerland positively through his sporting excellence, his friendly attitude and his simplicity, Roger Federer now …
The “Emma” Foxtrail opens in Emmental and Entlebuch
BLS (one of the largest transport companies in Switzerland) and Foxtrail Switzerland have created a Foxtrail in Emmental and Entlebuch with rail travel. From …
Tutankhamun and his times
According to recent studies, Tutankhamun suffered a number of serious illnesses, such as malaria. But he most likely died of an infection due to the open …