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Embassy of Switzerland in the USA

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Making Eurovision accessible to all thanks to Switzerland’s commitment to inclusion 🎤 For the 1st time, all 37 competing songs have been translated into sign language by native Deaf signers. 📺 This initiative was developed by SWISS TXT, the accessibility and technology

Making Eurovision accessible to all thanks to Switzerland’s commitment to inclusion

🎤 For the 1st time, all 37 competing songs have been translated into sign language by native Deaf signers. 

📺 This initiative was developed by SWISS TXT, the accessibility and technology
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🎉 Austria wins the Eurovision Song Contest 2025! 🏆 Congratulations to JJ, who brilliantly won the 69th edition of the contest in Basel, earning Austria's third victory! ✨ What did you think of his performance? 👇

🎉 Austria wins the Eurovision Song Contest 2025! 🏆

Congratulations to JJ, who brilliantly won the 69th edition of the contest in Basel, earning Austria's third victory! ✨

What did you think of his performance? 👇
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CHROMA, curated by Nadja Stäubli and presented by the Consulate General of Switzerland in New York, is now featured in Dezeen. Discover this celebration of Swiss design at NYCxDESIGN, open through May 21, 12-7PM at WSA 180. No RSVP needed! dezeen.com/2025/05/19/chr…

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The Swiss flag is a big plus - literally! Did you know the 🇨🇭is the only square national flag apart from that of the Vatican City. Fun fact: No matter which side you use as a base, it will always be in the right direction. Here's the history behind it all. swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss-abro…

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Happy #WorldBeeDay!🇨🇭is known for its commitment to sustainability. Since 2020 the embassy has transformed its grounds into a biodiversity haven & is home to one of the largest apiaries in DC. Thanks to our partner BeeCurious for rescuing 🐝 & holding the beloved annual 🍯sale.

Happy #WorldBeeDay!🇨🇭is known for its commitment to sustainability. Since 2020 the embassy has transformed its grounds into a biodiversity haven & is home to one of the largest apiaries in DC. Thanks to our partner BeeCurious for rescuing 🐝 & holding the beloved annual 🍯sale.
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We love seeing more direct flights to Switzerland. In just two weeks Edelweiss Air will launch nonstop service from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Seattle-Tacoma Intl. Airport to Zurich Airport Zurich Airport. Where in the US do you fly to Switzerland from? 🇺🇸✈️🇨🇭 seattletimes.com/life/travel/no…

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Switzerland is now home to the world's tallest 3D-printed building. The White Tower, or Tor Alva is located in the alpine village of Mulegns and will be open for daily guided tours from May 23rd onwards. dezeen.com/2025/05/21/wor….

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#USA | #Switzerland strongly condemns the assassination of two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in #Washington. It extends its deepest solidarity to the families of the victims and to the Israeli authorities.

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100 years of kinetic chaos! 🎂⚙️ Born #OnThisDay in 1925, Swiss artist Jean Tinguely made whirring, wild machines that challenged art itself. Now, Europe + the US are celebrating his legacy with exhibitions, commissions—and a birthday party in Basel. theartnewspaper.com/2025/05/19/kin…

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What’s the science behind those delicate rosettes of Tête de Moine cheese? All we know is they’re delicious, but this article takes a closer look at the physics behind the frills. 🧀🇨🇭arstechnica.com/science/2025/0…

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Please note: The Embassy of Switzerland in the United States is closed today in observance of the U.S. holiday, Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 27. Wishing you and your family a safe holiday.

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Is Switzerland on your summer travel list? Major events like the European Women's Football Championship are creating buzz and expected to draw even more tourists this season. 🇨🇭⛰️ swissinfo.ch/eng/various/sw…

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Not one, not two... but seven leaders at the heart of the Swiss government! 🇨🇭 ➡️ Swipe to learn more about the principle of collegiality, the core of Swiss governance. Noticed eight people in the first image? The eighth is the Federal Chancellor, the Swiss government’s chief

Not one, not two... but seven leaders at the heart of the Swiss government! 🇨🇭

➡️ Swipe to learn more about the principle of collegiality, the core of Swiss governance.

Noticed eight people in the first image? The eighth is the Federal Chancellor, the Swiss government’s chief
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Exciting news for space and innovation! European Space Agency has officially opened its first site in Switzerland. In collaboration with the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), ESA launched a new deep-tech center for space innovation in Villigen, canton Aargau.🇨🇭🚀 swissinfo.ch/eng/space-rese…

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Please note that the Embassy of Switzerland in the U.S. will be closed on Thursday, May 29, 2025, in observance of Ascension Day, a holiday in Switzerland. We will reopen on Friday, May 30, 2025.

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Ever wondered about the story behind Geneva’s Jet d'Eau? 💦🇨🇭 Learn more about this iconic landmark in just 40 seconds! 📹 ℹ️: bit.ly/3Hsjwn3

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On this day in 2016, Switzerland inaugurated the Gotthard Base Tunnel, the longest and deepest railway tunnel on Earth. At 57 km long, it stands as a masterpiece of Swiss engineering, accelerating travel through the Alps and supporting more sustainable transport. Happy 9th

On this day in 2016, Switzerland inaugurated the Gotthard Base Tunnel, the longest and deepest railway tunnel on Earth. At 57 km long, it stands as a masterpiece of Swiss engineering, accelerating travel through the Alps and supporting more sustainable transport.

Happy 9th
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Happy #WorldMilkDay! 🥛 Today we raise a glass of milk to the Swiss farmers and cows who make it all possible – including our dairy queen, Happy Lilly! 🐄 In 🇨🇭, most cows have names and 89% spend time outdoors at least 26 days/month in summer. 🌿

Happy #WorldMilkDay! 
🥛 Today we raise a glass of milk to the Swiss farmers and cows who make it all possible – including our dairy queen, <a href="/HappyLilly_/">Happy Lilly</a>! 🐄
In 🇨🇭, most cows have names and 89%  spend time outdoors at least 26 days/month in summer. 🌿
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.Ignazio Cassis recalled that ‘think global, act local’ is more than a slogan when opening the #GPDRR today. Swiss Development and Cooperation chief & new Global Platform chair Danzi highlighted that #DisasterPreparedness is among the most cost-effective investments worldwide and a key 🇨🇭 know-how.

.<a href="/ignaziocassis/">Ignazio Cassis</a> recalled that ‘think global, act local’ is more than a slogan when opening the #GPDRR today. <a href="/SwissDevCoop/">Swiss Development and Cooperation</a> chief &amp; new Global Platform chair Danzi highlighted that #DisasterPreparedness is among the most cost-effective investments worldwide and a key 🇨🇭 know-how.