My Most Expensive Day Trip in Switzerland

Switzerland’s trains are said to run like an atomic clock—miss a minute and you’re history. At Zürich Hauptbahnhof, I bought the coveted day pass, valid for twenty-four hours of seamless travel. It felt less like a ticket and more like a mortgage payment. More expensive than a Manila–Davao round-trip flight, but Switzerland has a way of reminding you that punctuality and precision don’t come cheap. You aren’t just paying for transportation; you’re paying tribute to a nation where even the scenery feels like it has been quality-controlled.

Meet the FIVB Men’s World stars’ biggest inspirations

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For the star athletes playing at the FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship, a life of competition means immense sacrifice – especially when it comes to family life. The way to provide for their families is often through the rigorous and intense sports schedules far away from the ones they love most.

What gives them the strength to play at the highest level? More often than not, it's that same love that awaits them off the court. Their home – not a physical place, but a feeling – is wherever their family is.

Here, we list down some of these men’s volleyball idols wearing their hero hat both on and off the court. We also pay tribute to their partners, children, and more supporters cheering them on from the sidelines.

Create, connect, and conquer the awesome way with the Samsung Galaxy A series

In a world that never stops moving, your phones are more than just tools; they are companions for school, work, leisure, and everything in between. The Samsung Galaxy A series is designed to keep you on top of everything, with incredible features that allow you to create, connect, and conquer every day. Best of all, there is a Galaxy A phone for every style and budget, so anyone can live life the awesome way.