3 h. ago The Swiss lived in splendid isolation for years. Trump’s tariffs have shattered that complacency | Joseph de Weck

The shockwaves sent by the US president could finally push Switzerland closer to the EUGrowing up in Zurich often felt like being removed from the world. It shouldn’t be that way: after all, Switzerland is at the heart of Europe. Riding on the cosy Zurich trams, one hears all the world’s languages; and the airport offers more direct intercontinental flights than Berlin. And yet, coming of age in Switzerland is like sitting in an aquarium looking at the world through a thick bulletproof window.That glass was shattered last week when Donald Trump announced 39% tariffs on Swiss exports. The US is the most important destination for Swiss products: 18.6% of all its exports go there. If Trump maintains the tariffs, sales to the US “will be effectively annihilated”, said Switzerland’s industry lobbying group. The rightwing Swiss business minister, Guy Parmelin, announced a furlough programme to shield the economy from “mass layoffs”. The tabloid newspaper Blick captured the mood with a sta...

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17 h. ago UK households told to move WiFi routers away from windows this week

It could be detrimental to your home during the hot weather

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18 h. ago Brits warned to 'remove scent' from home as 'swarm of insects' sweep UK

The annual 'flying ant day' phenomenon is set to return to Britain and Ireland as warmer weather persists, with UK households told to remove the scent in their homes

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20 h. ago UK households told to put bowl of water on windowsill during the night

The Met Office has forecast baking 33C temperatures will arrive on Tuesday in London, while Wedneday and Thursday will be 29C and Friday is going to be 30C again

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22 h. ago UK households told 'do not' take cold shower before bed during heatwave this week

It can be counterproductive, experts say

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40 h. ago UK households told 'shut windows' immediately with 'insect buffet' invading

A surge of flying ants is on its way and households in the UK have been told to keep their windows closed if they don't want to be invaded by the insects

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58 h. ago UK households told to burn egg cartons in gardens this summer

One expert has shared a rather unusual hack to keep mosquitoes away

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4 d. ago UK households urged to 'sleep downstairs' from Wednesday evening

All households have been told to sleep downstairs from Wednesday amid heatwave warnings - and the Met Office offered some tips for a better night's sleep during the heatwave

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5 d. ago UK households warned to move WiFi routers away from beds and mirrors

The placement of your Wi-Fi router in your home is really important

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5 d. ago UK households told to close windows for next 4 weeks to deter one terrifying visitor

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6 d. ago Tech expert reveals the one WiFi router mistake that's slowing down your internet

Simple placement mistakes could be costing you precious broadband speed - and the solution is easier than you think

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8 d. ago UK households told to make simple 1C change 'right now' to slash energy bills by more than £100

An energy expert has warned households 'don't wait for winter' to take control of your energy bills

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8 d. ago UK households told 'do not' clean or tidy your house before going on holiday

Holidaymakers with pets are being told to leave their homes as they are before jetting off

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9 d. ago Shoppers told to 'stop using' six commonly used household appliances

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3 w. ago Viktor Gyokeres' transfer saga in fresh twist as Man Utd 'open secret talks' with striker

Manchester United are set to complete the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, but the Red Devils are expected to be busy in the final week of the transfer window and eyeing Viktor Gyokeres

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3 w. ago Rio Ferdinand gives verdict on Marcus Rashford's pending Barcelona transfer

Marcus Rashford is on the verge of leaving Manchester United for the second time in as many transfer windows after the club agreed a loan deal with Barcelona last week

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3 w. ago Households told to ditch pegs when outdoor washing this summer

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3 w. ago Calls for changes at all major UK tourist attractions after new grant announcement

Earlier this week, households across the UK were told they could save more than £3,000 on an electric car

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3 w. ago UK households told to leave containers outside this week amid hosepipe bans

The East and West Midlands, the North West and Yorkshire are all officially in drought

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3 w. ago UK households told to put washing up liquid in the microwave

It's a simple cleaning hack that can make your microwave look as good as new

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