To renounce or not to renounce?May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amThis week I was surprised to learn that, to the delight or chagrin of many, Michele Bachmann, a conservative United States Representative from the state of Minnesota, former Republican presidential candidate and Tea Party darling, became a naturalized Swiss citizen.
Apparently she was eligible to become a Swiss citizen, because her husband, the son of Swiss [.
To renounce or not to renounce?May 18, 2012 | 3:07 amThis week I was surprised to learn that, to the delight or chagrin of many, Michele Bachmann, a conservative United States Representative from the state of Minnesota, former Republican presidential candidate and Tea Party darling, became a naturalized Swiss citizen.
Apparently she was eligible to become a Swiss citizen, because her husband, the son of Swiss [.
A cheese by any other name...May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmIf you live in one place long enough, you eventually develop a taste for local foods and drinks.
I distinctly remember the first time I tried Rivella.
May 1stMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amTo most United States citizens, the first day of May - International Worker?s Day - doesn?t have any real significance.
It is just another day to us.
An American Mom in SwitzerlandApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pmI?ve only been die Mom for six months now, but if you?re like me, below are nine things you?ll notice as an American mom in Switzerland:.
Switzerland's Holiday for MenApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pmI?ve got to say, when it comes to summer weather prediction, the Swiss have got it right.
I mean, who wants to rely on a wimpy groundhog seeing its shadow (like they do in the U.
A Swiss Chocolate EasterApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmYou know the whole Easter chocolate bunny thing has gotten out of control when you?re considering buying one for your six-month-old baby who doesn?t even eat solids yet.
?We need to get Baby M an Easter basket,? said my husband a couple of days ago.
Rah! Rah! Go ETH!Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf the title of this post sounds strange, it?s because it is. In Switzerland, athletics and academics don?t mix.
The best and worst part about living in SwitzApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmWhenever I visit the US (where I am from), friends and family always want to know how much longer I am going to be living in Switzerland.
The original answer was three years.
To renounce or not to renounce?May 18, 2012 | 3:30 amThis week I was surprised to learn that, to the delight or chagrin of many, Michele Bachmann, a conservative United States Representative from the state of Minnesota, former Republican presidential candidate and Tea Party darling, became a naturalized Swiss citizen.
Apparently she was eligible to become a Swiss citizen, because her husband, the son of Swiss [.
A cheese by any other name...May 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmIf you live in one place long enough, you eventually develop a taste for local foods and drinks.
I distinctly remember the first time I tried Rivella.
May 1stMay 4, 2012 | 9:00 amTo most United States citizens, the first day of May - International Worker?s Day - doesn?t have any real significance.
It is just another day to us.
An American Mom in SwitzerlandApr 23, 2012 | 2:00 pmI?ve only been die Mom for six months now, but if you?re like me, below are nine things you?ll notice as an American mom in Switzerland:.
Switzerland's Holiday for MenApr 14, 2012 | 1:00 pmI?ve got to say, when it comes to summer weather prediction, the Swiss have got it right.
I mean, who wants to rely on a wimpy groundhog seeing its shadow (like they do in the U.
A Swiss Chocolate EasterApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmYou know the whole Easter chocolate bunny thing has gotten out of control when you?re considering buying one for your six-month-old baby who doesn?t even eat solids yet.
?We need to get Baby M an Easter basket,? said my husband a couple of days ago.
Rah! Rah! Go ETH!Apr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmIf the title of this post sounds strange, it?s because it is. In Switzerland, athletics and academics don?t mix.
The best and worst part about living in SwitzApr 7, 2012 | 1:30 pmWhenever I visit the US (where I am from), friends and family always want to know how much longer I am going to be living in Switzerland.
The original answer was three years.
The Unexpected Swiss GuestMar 19, 2012 | 3:00 pmNaturally, as an expat in Switzerland, I have given serious thought to the state of my apartment should someone with Swiss nationality stop by.
Like what if the authorities finally decide I?m worthy of a C-permit? Or my neighbour determines my gutter needs to be shined again? Or the Billag guy wants to see the clock [.
Fun art from Jeff Koons and what makes you laMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amMainstream contemporary art bursts on the scene at the Beyeler, laughter on the brain and we talk to an Australian comedian going for guffaws in Switzerland.
Main global cocaine routesMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amCocaine use has exploded in recent years. From the foothills of the Andes, the drug is transported to all four corners of the globe.
Authorities brace for fight against mafiaMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amThe 'Ndrangheta, a criminal organisation based in Calabria, are at the top of the Swiss judicial authorities list of major concerns. Several experts believe Switzerland is unprepared for the battle against the Italian mafia.
"Unify European law to combat mafia" says expMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amEuropean countries including Switzerland should harmonise anti-mafia laws and introduce decisive measures to freeze and confiscate assets if they are to have any hope of defeating the notorious Italian criminal clans, an expert says.
Swiss withdraw UN draft resolutionMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amSwitzerland and four other states have withdrawn a draft resolution on reforming the working methods of the United Nations Security Council. The text was intended to make the UN's most powerful organ more transparent and accountable.
Swiss airline raises fares and tightens beltMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amRaising ticket and fuel surcharge prices and reshuffling ground staff are some of the measures being considered by Swiss International Air Lines to stave off tough competition and ever rising costs.
Transforming Geneva into a environmental hubMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amNewly installed in a 19th century mansion in the leafy suburb of Versoix, a short hop from the city centre, Arnold Schwarzenegger's non-profit environmental group R20 is the latest addition to International Geneva's burgeoning green hub.
Fun art from Jeff Koons and what makes you laMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amMainstream contemporary art bursts on the scene at the Beyeler, laughter on the brain and we talk to an Australian comedian going for guffaws in Switzerland.
Main global cocaine routesMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amCocaine use has exploded in recent years. From the foothills of the Andes, the drug is transported to all four corners of the globe.
Authorities brace for fight against mafiaMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amThe 'Ndrangheta, a criminal organisation based in Calabria, are at the top of the Swiss judicial authorities list of major concerns. Several experts believe Switzerland is unprepared for the battle against the Italian mafia.
Fun art from Jeff Koons and what makes you laMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amMainstream contemporary art bursts on the scene at the Beyeler, laughter on the brain and we talk to an Australian comedian going for guffaws in Switzerland.
Main global cocaine routesMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amCocaine use has exploded in recent years. From the foothills of the Andes, the drug is transported to all four corners of the globe.
Authorities brace for fight against mafiaMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amThe 'Ndrangheta, a criminal organisation based in Calabria, are at the top of the Swiss judicial authorities list of major concerns. Several experts believe Switzerland is unprepared for the battle against the Italian mafia.
"Unify European law to combat mafia" says expMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amEuropean countries including Switzerland should harmonise anti-mafia laws and introduce decisive measures to freeze and confiscate assets if they are to have any hope of defeating the notorious Italian criminal clans, an expert says.
Swiss withdraw UN draft resolutionMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amSwitzerland and four other states have withdrawn a draft resolution on reforming the working methods of the United Nations Security Council. The text was intended to make the UN's most powerful organ more transparent and accountable.
Swiss airline raises fares and tightens beltMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amRaising ticket and fuel surcharge prices and reshuffling ground staff are some of the measures being considered by Swiss International Air Lines to stave off tough competition and ever rising costs.
Transforming Geneva into a environmental hubMay 18, 2012 | 3:30 amNewly installed in a 19th century mansion in the leafy suburb of Versoix, a short hop from the city centre, Arnold Schwarzenegger's non-profit environmental group R20 is the latest addition to International Geneva's burgeoning green hub.
Fun art from Jeff Koons and what makes you laMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amMainstream contemporary art bursts on the scene at the Beyeler, laughter on the brain and we talk to an Australian comedian going for guffaws in Switzerland.
Main global cocaine routesMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amCocaine use has exploded in recent years. From the foothills of the Andes, the drug is transported to all four corners of the globe.
Authorities brace for fight against mafiaMay 18, 2012 | 3:07 amThe 'Ndrangheta, a criminal organisation based in Calabria, are at the top of the Swiss judicial authorities list of major concerns. Several experts believe Switzerland is unprepared for the battle against the Italian mafia.
Macy Gray Concert in Z?rich - Exclusive TickeMay 16, 2012 | 12:00 amAs part of her latest ?Covered" tour, Macy Gray is making a single stop in Switzerland this summer. She will be performing live from Kaufleuten in Z?rich on July 2,.
Railing Away to Cimetta in TicinoMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmWe marked 28 degrees Celsius last Friday, and many enjoyed the first BBQ of the year. Now, we are expecting a week of morning frost and cold rain! I refuse to dig out my sweater from the winter box in the basement! We need to chase the sun and blue sky in the south! Yes, Ticino! Get the RailAway special offer!.
A Black Panther on the Loose in SwitzerlandMay 12, 2012 | 10:00 pmIt has been a good week for the Swiss boulevard press. Because how often does it happen that a black panther is on the loose, terrorizing a country as small as Switzerland? Or is it.
Switzerland's Real National SportMay 12, 2012 | 10:00 pmAs winter's snow has melted away in the flatlands, the blanket of snow is retreating further up the mountains each day. To some, this brings about pangs of sadness.
Our Interview with World Radio SwitzerlandMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmWorld Radio Switzerland caters to the English speaking population in Switzerland, as well as to the Swiss Abroad community. WRS is a government funded service to the public, and it is about.
Still on Heidi's Trail in BallenbergMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmHands up who thinks of Heidi when thinking of Switzerland! Trouble is, when you move here and become an expat in Geneva, Zurich or any other modern Swiss city, you lose sight of the country's most evocative and enchanting clich.
15 Swiss Advertisements from the 1980?sMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmIt's a blast from the past! My new favorite design blog von gestern has collected some of the most retro looking Swiss advertisements from the 1980?s.
My Field Trip to a Swiss SupermarketMay 3, 2012 | 7:30 amToday, we take a trip to the local supermarket. I took pictures of things I thought were different and interesting in two separate stores: Coop & Migros.
Why You Should Visit Bellinzona in TicinoMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmThis weekend, we stayed in a mate's rustico 40 minutes up the road from Bellinzona in the Blenio valley. While not the most famous town in the Italian speaking Canton of Ticino, it has fast become my favorite.
More Facts You Didn't Know About SwitzerlandMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmMany of our most loyal readers have almost reached expert level in Swiss trivia thanks to these 13 interesting facts. In order to get you all the way there, allow us to present a fresh batch of facts you (probably) didn't know about Switzerland.
Macy Gray Concert in Z?rich - Exclusive TickeMay 16, 2012 | 12:00 amAs part of her latest ?Covered" tour, Macy Gray is making a single stop in Switzerland this summer. She will be performing live from Kaufleuten in Z?rich on July 2,.
Railing Away to Cimetta in TicinoMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmWe marked 28 degrees Celsius last Friday, and many enjoyed the first BBQ of the year. Now, we are expecting a week of morning frost and cold rain! I refuse to dig out my sweater from the winter box in the basement! We need to chase the sun and blue sky in the south! Yes, Ticino! Get the RailAway special offer!.
A Black Panther on the Loose in SwitzerlandMay 12, 2012 | 10:00 pmIt has been a good week for the Swiss boulevard press. Because how often does it happen that a black panther is on the loose, terrorizing a country as small as Switzerland? Or is it.
Switzerland's Real National SportMay 12, 2012 | 10:00 pmAs winter's snow has melted away in the flatlands, the blanket of snow is retreating further up the mountains each day. To some, this brings about pangs of sadness.
Our Interview with World Radio SwitzerlandMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmWorld Radio Switzerland caters to the English speaking population in Switzerland, as well as to the Swiss Abroad community. WRS is a government funded service to the public, and it is about.
Still on Heidi's Trail in BallenbergMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmHands up who thinks of Heidi when thinking of Switzerland! Trouble is, when you move here and become an expat in Geneva, Zurich or any other modern Swiss city, you lose sight of the country's most evocative and enchanting clich.
15 Swiss Advertisements from the 1980?sMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmIt's a blast from the past! My new favorite design blog von gestern has collected some of the most retro looking Swiss advertisements from the 1980?s.
My Field Trip to a Swiss SupermarketMay 3, 2012 | 7:30 amToday, we take a trip to the local supermarket. I took pictures of things I thought were different and interesting in two separate stores: Coop & Migros.
Why You Should Visit Bellinzona in TicinoMay 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmThis weekend, we stayed in a mate's rustico 40 minutes up the road from Bellinzona in the Blenio valley. While not the most famous town in the Italian speaking Canton of Ticino, it has fast become my favorite.
More Facts You Didn't Know About SwitzerlandMay 1, 2012 | 3:00 pmMany of our most loyal readers have almost reached expert level in Swiss trivia thanks to these 13 interesting facts. In order to get you all the way there, allow us to present a fresh batch of facts you (probably) didn't know about Switzerland.
MoMo #30 - Mobile Commerce and BankingMay 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmCo-organized with?MBA Alumni HEC Lausanne. Preliminary Agenda, April 23rd 2012 Venue:?Auditorium CM5, EPFL, Lausanne?NEW LOCATION! Time:?registration from 18h, starts at 18h30, Aperitif & Networking from 20h Mobile Commerce and Banking? Mobile commerce was born in 1997 when the first mobile-phone ? Continue reading ?.
MoMo #28 Mobile Internet of ThingsFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWhen: December 5, 2011 Meeting time: 18h00-19h30 Networking Reception: 19h30-21h00 Where:Swisscom. Genfergasse 4 (near the train station), Bern During this meeting we will be hearing from companies that connect more than people with the cloud using cellular networks and embedded ? Continue reading ?.
Local.chFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmlocal.ch ? the name for directories from Swisscom Directories AG and LTV Gelbe Seiten AG.
About Android, tablets and the misterious futFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmWith the latest news about Adobe not developing anymore Flash for mobile devices (although they still have in their pocket a version to be released soon), the mobile market faces an interesting period, where many things are not yet clear. ? Continue reading ?.
Mobile Payments and Banking October 6th 2008Feb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmJoin us October 6th for an exciting Mobile Monday event on Mobile Payments and Banking When: October 6th, 2008 17:30-19:00 CET Where: EPFL Campus, 1015 Lausanne. Register here.
MoMo #27 Mobile AR Today and TomorrowFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmSwiss Mobilistas, we?re excited to announce our next exciting event of the Mobile Monday chapter Switzerland Meeting Chair - Christine Perey, Spime Wrangler, PEREY Research & Consulting, Montreux, CH http://www.perey.
MoMo #26, NGN and LTE/4GFeb 15, 2012 | 4:30 pmQuick summary: During this event, you will learn of the different faces of NGN and LTE (4G). From the ISP infrastructure side to the end-user application, via the market drivers, 6 speakers over 4 presentations will run you through these ? Continue reading ?.
Slugout in the Dugout 2012May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmBatter batter batter! Softball season is back!The 3rd Annual "Slugout in the Dugout," the Democrats Abroad vs Republicans Abroad softball game is only a few short weeks away! ?We'll play the afternoon of Saturday, June 30th, over at the Marines' field near Geneva.If you are interested in playing, please let us know! Email: events@democrats.
Reminder: DACHAnnual General Meeting May 13thMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmDemocrats Abroad SwitzerlandAnnual General Meeting (AGM)Sunday, May 13th, 20122 PM to 5 PMWinterthur, SwitzerlandDemocrats Abroad Switzerland is holding our Annual General Meeting May 13th, 2012 from 2 to 5 PM and we hope you'll join us!At the meeting we'll discuss the past year's accomplishments as well as plan the exciting year ahead. This meeting is a great opportunity to get together with other members, meet your Executive Committee, share in the political life of Dems Abroad Switzerland, and get more involved in this important election year! Through the growth of our membership and our Get-Out-The-Vote work, our goal is to impact the overseas 2012 vote for the re-election of President Barack Obama and Democrats across all States.
DACH 2008-2012 videoMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmThis is a video we made compiling many of the activities that DA Switzerland organized and participated in since the 2008 Global Primary election through early 2012. We made this video in April 2012 for our outreach to journalists in the Suisse romande region to re-introduce ourselves and the new team in the lead up to our Global Primary and campaign season ahead of us.
Town Hall in ZurichMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm Americans in Switzerland Town Hall in ZurichAmerican Town Hall Meetings have been held in Geneva, Bern, Basel and Lausanne. The final Town Hall will be held in Zurich on May 9th.
Global Primary Night ProgramMay 3, 2012 | 7:30 amGlobal Primary Night Program ?Hotel Bristol10 rue du Mont-Blanc Geneva View Larger MapDriving DirectionsThursday, May 3rd 2012 6:00 PM - Doors open and voting begins!?? 7:00 PM - Speeches and presentations-? ? ? ?Welcome and Global Primary overview by Maya Samara, Chair Democrats Abroad Switzerland.-?????? Overview of priority national House and Senate races, and what's happening in the presidential campaign by Caitlin Kraft Buchman, Democratic National Committee Member & former Chair of DA Switzerland.
FIRED UP... READY TO GO!!!May 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmLots of our members have already voted in their state's presidential primary. This makes you ineligible to vote in the Global Primary.
Slugout in the Dugout 2012May 15, 2012 | 12:30 pmBatter batter batter! Softball season is back!The 3rd Annual "Slugout in the Dugout," the Democrats Abroad vs Republicans Abroad softball game is only a few short weeks away! ?We'll play the afternoon of Saturday, June 30th, over at the Marines' field near Geneva.If you are interested in playing, please let us know! Email: events@democrats.
Reminder: DACHAnnual General Meeting May 13thMay 11, 2012 | 12:30 pmDemocrats Abroad SwitzerlandAnnual General Meeting (AGM)Sunday, May 13th, 20122 PM to 5 PMWinterthur, SwitzerlandDemocrats Abroad Switzerland is holding our Annual General Meeting May 13th, 2012 from 2 to 5 PM and we hope you'll join us!At the meeting we'll discuss the past year's accomplishments as well as plan the exciting year ahead. This meeting is a great opportunity to get together with other members, meet your Executive Committee, share in the political life of Dems Abroad Switzerland, and get more involved in this important election year! Through the growth of our membership and our Get-Out-The-Vote work, our goal is to impact the overseas 2012 vote for the re-election of President Barack Obama and Democrats across all States.
DACH 2008-2012 videoMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pmThis is a video we made compiling many of the activities that DA Switzerland organized and participated in since the 2008 Global Primary election through early 2012. We made this video in April 2012 for our outreach to journalists in the Suisse romande region to re-introduce ourselves and the new team in the lead up to our Global Primary and campaign season ahead of us.
Town Hall in ZurichMay 9, 2012 | 1:30 pm Americans in Switzerland Town Hall in ZurichAmerican Town Hall Meetings have been held in Geneva, Bern, Basel and Lausanne. The final Town Hall will be held in Zurich on May 9th.
Global Primary Night ProgramMay 3, 2012 | 7:30 amGlobal Primary Night Program ?Hotel Bristol10 rue du Mont-Blanc Geneva View Larger MapDriving DirectionsThursday, May 3rd 2012 6:00 PM - Doors open and voting begins!?? 7:00 PM - Speeches and presentations-? ? ? ?Welcome and Global Primary overview by Maya Samara, Chair Democrats Abroad Switzerland.-?????? Overview of priority national House and Senate races, and what's happening in the presidential campaign by Caitlin Kraft Buchman, Democratic National Committee Member & former Chair of DA Switzerland.
FIRED UP... READY TO GO!!!May 2, 2012 | 4:30 pmLots of our members have already voted in their state's presidential primary. This makes you ineligible to vote in the Global Primary.
